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Research Paper 
Research Paper
Research the approved topic. Submit 3-5 typed pages of the results of your research. Include a Works Cited page with at least 4 sources used researching the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, and relevance of included information. Grade will be based on organization, clarity, use of transitions, appropriate voice, correct citation format, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Rubric Code: M4B6A8
By LFraga
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Subject: History  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Partial Understanding

10 pts

Acceptable

15 pts

Good

20 pts

Excellent

25 pts

Quality of research

Partial Understanding

--1 or no sources cited; Source reliablility questionable.
--Little information relevant to topic.
--Minimal research.
Acceptable

--Failed to cite at least 2 sources; Source reliablility questionable.
--Some information relevant to topic.
--Surface research.
Good

--Sources mostly reliable. Citation errors minor.
--Most information relevant to topic.
--Research of sufficent depth.
--Two book sources, one internet
Excellent

--Sources reliable and properly cited.
--All information relevant to topic.
--Research in-depth
--Two books sources, one internet, and one article
Content

Partial Understanding

--Topic unclear or non-existent.
--Or, support for topic insufficient,
--Organization, introduction, and/or conclusion non-existent.
Acceptable

--Support for topic barely sufficient, and/or.
--Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion lacking clarity.
Good

--Topic stated clearly.
--Reseach support for topic sufficient, but lacking in depth.
--Organization, introduction, and conclusion slightly lacking clarity.
Excellent

--Topic clear.
--Research support for topic complete, & in-depth.
--Clear, appropriate organization, with effective introduction, and conclusion.
Grammar and Mechanics

Partial Understanding

-- Voice inconsistent and/or inappropriate.
-- Ineffective word choice.
--Spelling errors.
-- Many errors in punctuation or capitalization errors.
Acceptable

-- Voice somewhat consistent and appropriate.
-- Correct word choice.
--Few spelling errors.
-- Few punctuation or capitalization errors.
Good

-- Voice mostly consistent and appropriate.
-- Fairly effective word choice.
--No spelling errors.
-- No punctuation or capitalization errors.
Excellent

--Consistent and appropriate voice.
-- Sophisticated and precise word choice.
--No spelling errors.
-- No punctuation or capitalization errors.
Font & Readability

Partial Understanding

--Paper is typed but is using an improper font that is difficult to read or is too large, paper is 1-2 pages in length.
Acceptable

Paper is typed using an improper font but it is still readable or the font is large but not too big, paper is 2-3 pages in length.
Good

Paper is typed using an improper font that is readable and the font size is appropriate for a research paper, paper is 3-4 pages in length.
Excellent

Paper is typed in 12 point Times New Roman or Arial font, paper is 4-5 pages in length,



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