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Research Paper 
President Research Paper
Rubric Code: K4XX96
By MrsToups
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Subject: History  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Low Performance

5 pts

At or Below Average

6 pts

At or Above Average

8 pts

Exemplary Performance

10 pts

Introduction

Low Performance

No information on what to expect in the report. Does not state the purpose of the paper. No thesis statement provided.
At or Below Average

Provides a brief statement but gives very little information. Generally relates to the main topic and thesis statement
At or Above Average

Clearly relates to the main topic and provides a workable thesis statement.
Exemplary Performance

Gives a concise and clear lead-in to the report. Introduction is well thought out and clearly relates to the main topic.
Grammar/Writing Style

Low Performance

Numerous errors in grammar and spelling. Poorly constructed thoughts.
Copy and paste from an internet site.
At or Below Average

Some errors in grammar and spelling but does not interfere with understanding the ideas expressed.
At or Above Average

Very few errors in grammar or spelling.
Sentences well constructed and thought through.
Exemplary Performance

Sentences use precise language.
Spelling and grammar are very good.
Timeliness/Length

Low Performance

Report is late and /or significantly less than the required length.
At or Below Average

Report is on time but is not required length.
At or Above Average

Repport is on time and close to the required length.
Exemplary Performance

Report is early or on time and meets or exceeds he required length.
Research Paper
  Low Performance

10 pts

At or Below Average

14 pts

At or Above Average

16 pts

Exemplary Performance

20 pts

Research on Topic

Low Performance

Little information is provided about the topic and student does not seem comfortable with the topic. No parenthetical documentation.
At or Below Average

The topic is covered minimally; some references and parenthetical documentation.
At or Above Average

Has a few facts with adequate references. Most facts have parenthetical documentation.
Exemplary Performance

References are substantial. Parenthetical documentation is used throughout.
Organization of Report

Low Performance

Random or weak organization of information. Presents information in a scattered disorganized manner.
At or Below Average

Presents information logically, but organization is poor in places.
At or Above Average

Good organization with logical sequences.
Exemplary Performance

Presents information in logical order, emphasizing details of central importance.
APA Format

Low Performance

No Reference page provided and/or no APA format used.
At or Below Average

Some sources documented. APA format has not been used accurately in most of the works cited. Numerous punctuation errors and significant content errors.
At or Above Average

Sources are documented. APA format has been used accurately in some of the works cited. Some punctuation and content errors.
Exemplary Performance

All sources are accurately documented. APA format has been used
accurately in most works cited. Any content errors are insignificant.
Research Paper
  Low Performance

(N/A)

At or Below Average

5 pts

At or Above Average

(N/A)

Exemplary Performance

10 pts

Resources

Low Performance
At or Below Average

Student has found sources but failed to use the database or have the website approved.
At or Above Average
Exemplary Performance

Sources are credible (from approved websites).




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