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Informative Science Research Paper 
Informative Science Research Paper
Submit one 1-2 page typed paper (5 paragraphs) on the provided topic, double spaced, 12 point font, following MLA format. Include a works cited page, citing at least 2 resources in-text used researching the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, content, grammar and mechanics, bibliography, and punctuality. The paper will address what pickling is, the history of pickling, and how pickling is used today.
Rubric Code: KXXAAW3
By mckinleym
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Subject: Science  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

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  Superior 10 points

10 pts

Above Average 8 points

8 pts

Sufficient 6 points

6 pts

Insufficient 4 points

4 pts

Idea

Superior 10 points

--Utilized 2 or more relevant sources.<BR>
--Sources support writer's idea <BR>
--Research in-depth, revealing new insights gained.
Above Average 8 points

--Utilized 1 relevant sources <BR>
--Sources mostly support writer's idea<BR>
--Research of sufficient depth.
Sufficient 6 points

--Utilized 1 relevant source<BR>
--Sources somewhat support writer's idea. <BR>
--Surface research.
Insufficient 4 points

--Absent and ineffective sources<BR>
--Source doesn't support any elements of the idea<BR>
--Poor research
Content

Superior 10 points

--Clear and appropriate organization, with effective transitions, introduction, and conclusion.<BR>
--Content completely addresses the topic being researched.
Above Average 8 points

--Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion slightly lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.<BR>
--Content addresses most factors of the topic being researched.
Sufficient 6 points

--Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.<BR>
--Content addresses some of the factors of the topic being researched.
Insufficient 4 points

-- Organization, transitions, introduction are poor and do not have clarity and/or appropriateness.<BR>
--Content addresses little of the topic being researched.
Quotations and Citations

Superior 10 points

--1 quote/paraphrased sentence per paragraph used that supports your claim. (3 total)
--Each quote is cited correctly in-text.
Above Average 8 points

--1 quote/paraphrased sentence per paragraph used that supports your claim. (3 total)
--Each quote is cited somewhat correctly in-text.
Sufficient 6 points

--1 quote/paraphrased sentence per paragraph used that supports your claim. (2 total)
--Each quote is cited correctly in-text.
Insufficient 4 points

--1 quote/paraphrased sentence per paragraph used that supports your claim. (2 total)
--Each quote is cited somewhat correctly in-text.
Work Cited Page

Superior 10 points

--All sources properly cited in both paper and work cited page.<BR>
-- No more than two errors in format or punctuation.
Above Average 8 points

--All sources properly cited in both paper and work cited page.<BR>
-- Three to four errors in format or punctuation.
Sufficient 6 points

--Not all sources properly cited in both paper and work cited page.<BR>
-- Five to nine errors in format or punctuation.
Insufficient 4 points

--No sources properly cited in both paper and work cited page.<BR>
--More than 10 errors in format or punctuation.
Conventions & Formatting

Superior 10 points

--No errors in capitalization or punctuation, so the paper is exceptionally easy to read.<BR>
--No formatting errors
Above Average 8 points

-- 5 or 6 errors in capitalization or punctuation, but the paper is still easy to read.<BR>
--1 formatting error.
Sufficient 6 points

--11 or 12 errors in capitalization and/or punctuation that make a few parts difficult to read<BR>
--2 formatting errors
Insufficient 4 points

--There are so many punctuation and grammar errors that it is difficult to read.<BR>
--3 or more formatting errors.



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  • Research paper - emphasis on relevance of research



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