Criteria Ratings Points
Topic & Rationale
21 to >19.0 pts
Advanced
• Adequately reflects the approved topic. • Demonstrates a thorough presentation of the subject matter. • Addresses the thesis, including theoretical models and constructs
19 to >17.0 pts
Proficient
• Adequately reflects the approved topic. • Demonstrates a reasonable presentation of the subject matter. • Addresses the thesis, including theoretical models and constructs.
17 to >15.0 pts
Developing
• Reflects the approved topic. • Demonstrates a reasonable presentation of the subject matter.
15 to >0.0 pts
Below Expectations
• Reflects the approved topic. • Demonstrates a presentation of the subject matter.
0 pts
Not Present
21 pts
Grammar, spelling, APA citation
9 to >8.0 pts
Advanced
• Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. • Ten research articles are cited in current APA format, and in reference list correctly.
8 to >7.0 pts
Proficient
• Spelling and grammar have some errors. Sentences are presented as well. • Ten research articles are cited with some current APA formatting, and in reference list correctly.
7 to >6.0 pts
Developing
• Spelling and grammar errors distract. Select sentences are incomplete or unclear. • Paragraphs include varied sentence structures. Where applicable, references are minimally cited in current APA format.
6 to >0.0 pts
Below Expectations
• Spelling and grammar errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear. • References are not cited in current APA format.
0 pts
Not Present
9 pts
Total Points: 30
Research Paper: Outline Grading Rubric | EDCO811_B01_202230