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Research Paper
Research Paper
Statement of hypothesis, Quality of Idea, Organization, Style and Grammar, Bibliography, Method, Results, Literature Review, Statistical Analysis, APA Style
Rubric Code:
Y8WA5C
By
kamalboro
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Subject:
Communication
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
Undergraduate, Graduate
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Research Ch 1, 2, 3
Exceptional
4 pts
Good
3 pts
Fair
2 pts
Pass
1 pts
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0 pts
TOPIC RELEVANCE/CONTEXT
Exceptional
Hypothesis is clear and explicitly stated. The reader can underline the Hypothesis.
Good
Hypothesis is clear, but not explicitly stated. The reader must search for the hypothesis and eventually finds words to identify it.
Fair
The hypothesis is alluded to, but never clearly stated. The reader must surmise the hypothesis , but is able to identify allusions.
Pass
There is no hypothesis identifiable. The reader finds no words or phrases that identify the hypothesis .
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ORGANISATION OF INTRODUCTION
Exceptional
The organization is complete and logical with a progression of ideas leading to an understanding of why the research is needed. Transitions allow the reader to follow the content without disruption.
Good
There is a logical progression with occasional breaks in flow of content. Lack of transitions disrupts the flow for the reader. Reader is convinced of the need for the research.
Fair
Logical progression is minimal with disconnected ideas. The reader has difficulty following the development of the topic. Reader has difficulty seeing the need for the research.
Pass
There is no logical progression in the development of the thesis or topic. Ideas are disconnected and disruptions in flow confuse the reader. No case is made for why the research is needed.
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ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Exceptional
Hypothesis has strong theoretical basis. Has at least one manipulated independent variable.
Good
Hypothesis has adequate theoretical basis. Has one manipulated independent variable.
Fair
Hypothesis has little or no theoretical basis. Has one manipulated independent variable.
Pass
Hypothesis has little or no theoretical basis. Has no manipulated independent variable.
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LITERATURE REVIEW
Exceptional
Discusses relevant and current research on all obvious aspects of the research topic in a logical and interesting way. Review is in-depth and beyond the obvious. Shows insights gained.
Good
Discusses relevant and current research on most of the obvious aspects of the research topic in a logical and interesting way. Review is sufficient in depth.
Fair
Discusses relevant and current research on a few of the obvious aspects of the research topic. Logical sequencing is missing. Review is at a surface level.
Pass
Discusses relevant and current research on a few of the obvious aspects of the research topic. Logical sequencing is missing and a repetitious style detracts the reader. Insufficent information provided to support the research topic.
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RESEARCH DESIGN (METHODS CHAPTER)
Exceptional
Design is appropriate.
Method provides practical way to implement the design.
Good
Design is appropriate. Method provides awkward, but doable implementation.
Fair
Design is appropriate. Method is seriously flawed.
Pass
Design would does not allow adequate test of hypotheses. Method is seriously flawed.
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STATISTICAL ANALYSIS (METHODS CHAP)
Exceptional
Data analysis suggested is correct and clearly and completely described.
Good
Data analysis suggested is correct and generally is clearly and completely described.
Fair
The description of the data analysis suggested has some errors or is incomplete. Clarity of needs improvement.
Pass
Data analysis is not addresssed or is substantionally incomplete and/or is not clear.
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OVERALL CONTENT
Exceptional
The paper is objective and addresses the issues of the proposed topic. The information provided is necessary and sufficient for the puposes of this research paper.
Good
The paper is objective and for the most part addresses the issues of the proposed topic. The information provided is necessary and sufficient for the puposes of this research paper.
Fair
The paper is objective and for the most part addresses the issues of the proposed topic. The information provided is not necessary or sufficient for the purposes of this research paper.
Pass
The paper is not objective and poorly addresses the topic of the proposed research. The information provided is not necessary or sufficient for the purposes of this research paper.
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STYLE AND GRAMMAR
Exceptional
Vocabulary is precise, appropriate. The writing expresses clarity and accuracy in information. Grammar is error free, with maybe a minor error. Consistent and appropriate voice, tense and transitions. Precise word choices.
Good
Vocabulary is appropriate; some phrases need work.
Grammar is mostly error free, with not more than three errors. Voice, tense and transitions mostly consistent and appropriate. Fairly effective word choices.
Fair
Vocabulary is weak rather than precise. There is one grammar error on average per page. Voice, tense and transitions somewhat consistent and appropriate. Correct word choices.
Pass
Vocabulary is inadequate to the topic and incorrect. There is more than one grammar error on average per page. Voice, tense, and/or transitions are inconsistent and/or inappropriate. Ineffective word choices.
Refer
APA STYLE
Exceptional
APA style is used correctly (note esp. headings, citations, reference list, tables and figures). All sourses are properly cited in both paper and bibliography.
Good
APA style is used with only few or minor errors or omissions (note esp. headings, citations, reference list, tables and figures). All sourses are properly cited in both paper and bibliography.
Fair
APA style is used with several or major errors or omissions (note esp. headings, citations, reference list, tables and figures). Not all sourses are properly cited in both paper and bibliography.
Pass
Many major APA style errors or omissions (note esp. headings, citations, reference list, tables and figures). Sourses are not properly cited in both paper and bibliography.
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BIBLIOGRAPHY
Exceptional
References are sufficient (more than 25). Key or classic references are included. All references are well-chosen for this study. Most are primary sources
Good
References are adequate (more than 25). Most references are well-chosen for this study but more than 20% are secondary sources.
Fair
References are minimal (20-24) Some references are only marginally related to this study or 20-50% are secondary
Pass
References are less than minimal (less than 5). Key or classic references not included. Some references are only marginally related to this study.
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