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GSU-2210-01 Research Experiment & Presentation 
GSU-2210-01 Research Experiment & Presentation
RESEARCH PAPER GUIDELINES The research paper is to be 4-6 pages, double-spaced and must cite a minimum of three academic sources using MLA format. Grades will be assigned using points based on: 1. Adherence to scientific methodology, 2. Communication of research findings, summary conclusions, and considerations for future research, and 3. Accuracy in spelling, grammar, and MLA format. RESEARCH PRESENTATION GUIDELINES Each student will be allotted five minutes to present and will be graded on clear verbal and visual communication of the research, methodology and findings.
Rubric Code: QX35B2X
By kolsonpupek
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Subject: Psychology  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Research Experiment & Presentation
  Poor

220 pts

Fair

240 pts

Good

265 pts

Excellent

300 pts

Research Methodology
12 %

Poor

No observable adherence to scientific method; absence of theory or hypothesis as basis for research.
Fair

Adherence to scientific method unclear; theory and/or hypothesis briefly explained.
Good

Identifiable use of scientific method; clear explanation of experiment's theory and hypothesis.
Excellent

Strong adherence to scientific method; hypothesis and experiment based upon psychological topic and/or prior tested theory.
Data Collection & Analysis
12 %

Poor

No explanation of data collection method; absense of research results.
Fair

Unclear approach to data collection; possible bias identified in research results; presumably high "margin of error" in analysis.
Good

Cursory understanding of observation and/or survey method; unbiased evaluation of research results; low "margin of error" probable.
Excellent

Well-informed use of observation and/or survey to collect data; unbiased evaluation of research results; potential "margin of error" accounted for.
Literature Review
12 %

Poor

No academic sources used and/or cited.
Fair

Less than three academic sources used to support research topic and data; substitution of academic sources with basic web research.
Good

Three academic sources used to validate research topic and data.
Excellent

Informative use of three academic sources to substantiate the theory, hypothesis and/or research findings.
Summary of Findings
12 %

Poor

Unreasonable correlations made between data sets; leap of logic to causation, errors of fact or judgment.
Fair

One considerable (and potentially plausible) correlation provided; summary includes leap of logic to causation and/or errors of fact.
Good

One or more plausible correlation between data sets explained; no assuptions regarding causation.
Excellent

Several plausible correlations between data sets clearly explained; assumptions regarding causation avoided; strategic use of charts and illustrations.
Considerations for Future Research
12 %

Poor

No considerations for future research provided.
Fair

One possible hypothesis or practical application provided; unclearly or unthoroughly described.
Good

One or more theoretical hypotheses and/or practical applications provided for use in future research.
Excellent

Explanation of two or more theoretical hypotheses or practical applications for use in future research.
Conventions, Style & Length
7 %

Poor

Multiple spelling and/or punctuation errors; poor grammar and sentence structure; lack of flow/outline of content; MLA style not adhered to; more than one page shorter/longer than 4-6 pages.
Fair

Some spelling and/or punctuation errors; fair grammar and sentence structure; unclear flow/outline of content; inconsistent adherence to MLA style; one page shorter/longer than 4-6 pages.
Good

Minor spelling and/or punctuation errors; good grammar and sentence structure; clear flow/outline of content; mostly consistent adherence to MLA style; no more than halfpage shorter/longer than 4-6 pages in length.
Excellent

0-2 spelling and/or punctuation errors; excellent grammar and sentence structure; strong flow/outline of content; consistent adherence to MLA style; 4-6 pages in length.
In-Class Presentation
33 %

Poor

Unclear verbal and visual communication of the research, methodology and findings.
Fair

Thorough but unclear verbal and visual communication of the research, methodology and/or findings.
Good

Clear verbal and visual communication of the research, methodology and findings.
Excellent

Creative and clear verbal and visual communication of the research, methodology and findings.




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