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Research Paper- MLA
Research Paper- MLA
Research the approved topic. Submit one 4-6 page, typed paper, double spaced, 12 point font following MLA guidelines. Include a Works Cited page citing at least 5 sources used in the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research to support the topic, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, content, grammar and mechanics, and citations (both in-text and Works Cited page).
Rubric Code:
Q8C96C
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SWWight
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
Undergraduate
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Research Paper
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Content
30
Excellent
Topic is approved, clearly defined and appropriate background given. Clear and appropriate organization, with effective thesis, transitions, introduction, and conclusion.
-All information is analyzed thoughtfully, not just summarized.
Argument is strongly convincing.
Good
Approved topic is defined but more background may be needed. Position is clear. Thesis is effective with clear controlling idea. Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion slightly lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.
-Most information is analyzed, some just summarized.
Argument is convincing.
Fair
Topic is given, but background may be lacking. Position can be determined, but may be either not clearly stated or is not sufficiently judgmental. Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.
-Some information is analyzed, much is just summarized. Argument could be more convincing.
Poor
-Topic is given, but may not be clear. Background is insufficient. Position may or may not be clear. Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.
-Information is merely stated or summarized.
Argument may or may not be convincing.
Other Side
10
Excellent
Other side is considered and dealt with appropriately.
Good
Other side is considered & dealt with.
Fair
Other side may be mentioned, but may not be handled appropriately.
Poor
Other side may or may not be considered, but is not handled appropriately.
Formatting & Process
10
Excellent
-Paper meets required length; MLA format is correct; complete evidence of process. Copies of all electronic sources attached.
Good
-Paper meets required length; few or no errors in MLA format.
Evidence of process. Copies of all electronic sources attached.
Fair
-Paper is just short of required length and /or some errors in MLA format and/or some evidence of process. Copies of electronic sources may or may not be attached.
Poor
Paper fails to meet required length and /or many errors in MLA format.
Can have little to no evidence of process.
Copies of electronic sources may or may not be attached.
Grammar and Mechanics
25
Excellent
Sentences are well constructed without using repetitive ideas throughout essay; a variety of types are used; few or no errors in mechanics, grammar, usage, or spelling. Word choice is consistently careful and precise.
Good
Most sentences are well constructed without using repetitive ideas throughout essay; a variety of types are used; may be a few minor errors in mechanics, grammar, usage, or spelling. Word choice is usually careful and precise, and indicates a maturing style.
Fair
Many sentences are well constructed, but may be some errors; there may be little variety in types used; There are numerous minor errors in mechanics, grammar, usage, or spelling. Word choice is general, vague, or imprecise.
Poor
Few sentences may be constructed; many have no structure and/or incomplete. There are numerous errors in mechanics, grammar, usage, or spelling. Word choice is often incorrect and/or indicates a lack maturity. May be several major grammatical errors.
Quality of research
15
Excellent
-Cited 5 or more sources.
-Sources are reliable and properly evaluated.
-All information is relevant to topic.
-Sufficient information provided to support all elements of topic.
Good
-Cited 5 or fewer sources.
-Sources are mostly reliable.
-Most information relevant to topic.
-Sufficient information provided to support all elements of topic.
Fair
-Failed to cite 5 sources
-Source reliability may be questionable.
-Information provided to support some elements of topic.
Poor
-Failed to cite sources or insufficient sources.
-Source reliability is questionable.
-Information provided to support some elements of topic.
Works Cited/Citations
10
Excellent
-All sources properly cited in both paper and WC.
-No errors or minor errors in format or punctuation. Clear tags for in-text citations.
Good
-All sources properly cited in both paper and WC.
Few errors in format or punctuation. Some tags used for in-text citations.
Fair
-Not all sources properly cited in both paper and WC.
Several errors in format or punctuation.
Few tags used.
Poor
Most sources not properly cited in paper and/or WC. Few if any tags used or used incorrectly.
Keywords:
Research paper - emphasis on relevance of research
Subjects:
English
Education
Types:
Presentation
Writing
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