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APA Style Research Paper Rubric
APA Style Research Paper Rubric
APA style rubric for learner assessment and feedback.
Rubric Code:
L9XW7B
By
tpage2c
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Subject:
Education
Type:
Assessment
Grade Levels:
Undergraduate
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CRITERION
UNACCEPTABLE
1 pts
ACCEPTABLE
2 pts
GOOD
3 pts
EXCEPTIONAL
4 pts
Purpose
UNACCEPTABLE
No attempt (or very little) to understand the assignment's purpose.
Contrast in changes in conceptualization and diagnostic criteria is not presented, or presented inaccuarately.
Does not include specific information from creditable sources.
ACCEPTABLE
Presented some degree of understanding of the assignment's purpose, but is not consistently clear throughout the paper.
Contrast in changes in conceptualization and diagnostic criteria is not clearly presented.
Minimally includes specific information from course readings or credible sources.
GOOD
The assignment has a clear purpose, but may sometimes digress from it.
Adequate contrast of changes in conceptualization and diagnostic
criteria.
Includes specific information from course readings or credible sources to support major points.
EXCEPTIONAL
Demonstrates central purpose of the assignment, critical thinking and/or insightful reflection, as well as creativity and originality of ideas.
Clear contrast of changes in conceptualization and diagnostic criteria.
Demonstrates exceptional inclusion of major points, using creadible sources, in addition to course readings and learning references.
Content
UNACCEPTABLE
Insufficient use of empirical research to provide rationale for the assignment.
Author does not provide a coherent or logical argument. Content analysis is vague or not evident.
ACCEPTABLE
Some empirical research is used to provide rationale for the assignment.
Author does not clearly provide adequate rationale for the given topic.
GOOD
Relevant empirical research is used to provide an adequate rationale for the assignment.
Some content provides reasonable support for a central purpose or argument and displays basic analysis of a significant topic.
EXCEPTIONAL
Relevant empirical research is used to provide a clear rationale for the central purpose of the assignment.
Shows a thoughful, and in-depth analysis of a significant topic.
Organization
UNACCEPTABLE
Information is not organized into paragraphs with introductory sentences, details or concluding sentences.
Lack of structure detracts from the message of the writer.
ACCEPTABLE
Information is organized into paragraphs but is not detailed.
Paragraph transitions do not flow.
GOOD
Information is organized in well-constructed paragraphs.
Paragraph transitions are logical.
EXCEPTIONAL
Information is very organized into execellently constructed parapraphs.
Writing Style: Grammar, punctuation
UNACCEPTABLE
Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
Language uses undefined jargon, or conversational tone.
ACCEPTABLE
Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.
Language lacks clarity or includes the use of undefined jargon, or conversational tone.
Elements of effective communication such as an introduction and conclusion are included.
GOOD
Few grammatical errors, but sentences could be clearer and more precise.
Elements of effective communication such as an introduction and conclusion are included.
EXCEPTIONAL
Rules of grammar, usage and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.
APA citation and References
UNACCEPTABLE
The quality of writing and/or APA formatting are not acceptable for graduate level work.
ACCEPTABLE
To some extent represents mature, scholarly, graduate-level writing, with APA generally followed.
GOOD
In text citation and References page follows most APA guidelines.
EXCEPTIONAL
In text citation and References page follows all APA guidelines.
Keywords:
APA, learner assessment, assement, assignments, application, activities, assess
Subjects:
History
Psychology
Education
Types:
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