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Sedimentology and Stratigraphy Research Paper Rubric
Content, Organization, Resources, Language and Structure Statement of Thesis
Rubric Code:
P35736
By
lawrybc
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Subject:
Geology
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
Undergraduate
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Research Paper
Target
5
30 pts
Acceptable
4-3
15 pts
Emerging
2-1
10 pts
Unacceptable
0
4 pts
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STATEMENT OF THESIS
5 pts
Target
Thesis or topic is clear and explicitly stated. The reader can underline the thesis.
Acceptable
Topic is clear, but not explicitly stated. The reader must search for the thesis and eventually finds words to identify it.
Emerging
The topic or thesis is alluded to, but never clearly stated. The reader must surmise the thesis, but is able to identify allusions.
Unacceptable
There is no topic or thesis identifiable. The reader finds no words or phrases that identify a topic or thesis.
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CONTENT
5 pts
Target
The content is related to and supports the topic or thesis. Content is sufficient to support the topic. Figures and tables are used to summarize important ideas.
Acceptable
The content has some weaknesses in its support of the thesis. More support would strenthen the topic. Figures and tables are used to summarize important ideas.
Emerging
The content is insufficient to support the thesis. The support is minimal, but some support can be identified. Figures and tables are used somewhat randomly.
Unacceptable
There is little content, or the content is unrelated to the thesis or topic. No figures or tables used.
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ORGANIZATION
5 pts
Target
The organization is complete and logical with a progression of ideas leading to a conclusion. Transitions allow the reader to follow the content without disruption.
Acceptable
There is a logical progression with occasional breaks in flow of content. Lack of transitions disrupts the flow for the reader.
Emerging
Logical progression is minimal with disconnected ideas. The reader has difficulty following the development of the topic.
Unacceptable
There is no logical progression in the development of the thesis or topic. Ideas are disconnected and disruptions in flow confuse the reader.
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LANGUAGE & STRUCTURE
5 pts
Target
Vocabulary is precise, appropriate. The writing expresses clarity and accuracy in information. Grammar is error free, with maybe a minor error.
Acceptable
Vocabulary is appropriate; some phrases need work.
Grammar is mostly error free, with not more than three errors.
Emerging
Vocabulary is weak rather than precise. There are numerous grammar errors.
Unacceptable
Vocabulary is inadequate to the topic and incorrect. There are many grammar errors.
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FORMAT & STYLE
5 pts
Target
Paragraphs have at least 3 related sentences with a thesis. Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow throughout the paper. Sentences are complete, clear and concise. Active voice is used throughout.
Acceptable
Paragraphs have at least 3 related sentences. Paragraph transitions are present and logical. Sentences are complete, clear and concise. Active voice is used throughout.
Emerging
Paragraphs have at least 3 related sentences. Sentences are complete, clear and concise.
Unacceptable
Paragraphs are random with no logical connectivity. Sentences are incomplete and/or unclear.
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REFERENCES
5 pts
Target
References are sufficient (8-10). GSA style is used correctly in citations and reference list. References are correctly cited.
References are recent, i.e. most are within the last 5 years.
Acceptable
References are adequate (6-7). GSA style is used correctly in citations and references list. Resources are in correct form with some errors. Most are within the last 8 years.
Emerging
References are minimal (5 or less). GSA style is used in the reference list with some errors. Citations are missing, old, or incorrect.
Unacceptable
References are less than minimal (4 or less). GSA style is error laden, both in citations and reference list.
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Subjects:
Geology
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Types:
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