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Final Developmental Analysis Paper 
Developmental Research APA Paper
Paper will be graded on quality of research to support the topic, effective use of information gained through research, correct APA formatting, credibility of sources, content, quality of writing & critical thinking, grammar and mechanics, and references. Write a 6-8 page typed, double spaced paper in APA format analyzing the biological, psychological, social, cultural and spiritual issues related to the main character, tying in theories of child an adolescent development where appropriate.
Rubric Code: FXX825X
By mcarlson05
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Subject: Social Sciences  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate

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you must meet requirements inside a critieria to score points in that grade range.
  Excellent

100 pts

Average

80 pts

Needs Improvement

70 pts

Unacceptable

50 pts

Paper Quality & Content
Quality of research
20 %

Required sources, quality of sources, relevant sources, contribution of sources (20pts)
Excellent

20 pts.<BR>
--Cited 3+ sources <BR>
--All information relevant to topic.<BR>
--Sufficient information provided to support topic.<BR>
--Sources contribute to the paper in a significant way.<BR>
--Research in-depth and the beyond the obvious.<BR>
--4 sources publication dates within the past seven years.
Average

16 pts.<BR>
--Cited 3 sources <BR>
--Most information relevant to topic.<BR>
--Sufficient information provided to support most elements of topic.<BR>
--Sources contribute to the paper in a significant way<BR>
--Research of sufficent depth.<BR>
--Only 3 sources publication dates within the past seven years.
Needs Improvement

14 pts.<BR>
--Cited 3 sources<BR>
--Source reliablility questionable. <BR>
--Some information relevant to topic.<BR>
--Sources somewhat contribute to the paper in a significant way.<BR>
--Surface research.<BR>
--More than 1 source not within the publication dates specified.
Unacceptable

10pts.<BR>
--Failed to cite sources or inability to find sources due to lack of citation.<BR>
--Sources unrelated to topic<BR>
--Sources cited unreliable (i.e. random website with questionable information).<BR>
--Sources do not contribute to the paper in a significant way and are shallow or unrelated<BR>
--Little to no research used in paper construction<BR>
--Most or all sources not within the publication dates specified.
Content
40 %

Topic, supporting arguments, depth of writing, organization & structure, critical thinking
Excellent

40 pts<BR>
--Topic of appropriate scope<BR>
--Support for topic complete, & in-depth.<BR>
--Writing readable and structure not confusing<BR>
--Writer involved with subject, not merely doing an assignment.<BR>
--Clear, appropriate organization.<BR>
--Excellent synthesis of research & theory application
Average

32pts<BR>
--Topic somewhat broad or narrow for length of paper.<BR>
--Writing and various supporting points are clear and readable<BR>
--Support for topic sufficient, but lacking depth or complexity.<BR>
--Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusions mostly clear and appropriate.<BR>
--Good synthesis of research & theory application.
Needs Improvement

28pts<BR>
--Topic too broad or narrow for length of paper.<BR>
--Writing difficult to read & understand<BR>
--Support for Topic barely sufficient.<BR>
--Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion lacking clarity.<BR>
-Not clear, organized synthesis of research & theory application.
Unacceptable

20 pts.<BR>
--No clear topic<BR>
--No support for topic, or lack of clear topic results in disjointed content<BR>
--Writing not readable<BR>
--Organization, transitions, introduction and other sections do not fit together and/or relate<BR>
--No substantive synthesis of research & theory application.
Paper Mechanics, Formatting & Style
Quality of Writing / Grammar
20 %

Grammar, spelling, readability, flow and written in a formal paper style. Double-spaced using Times New Roman Font in 12 pt
Excellent

20 pts<BR>
--Consistent and appropriate formal style of writing.<BR>
-- Sophisticated and precise word choice.<BR>
--No spelling errors.<BR>
--No errors in agreement or tense.<BR>
-- No punctuation or capitalization errors.<BR>
--Writing flows well from sentence to sentence and section to section
Average

16pts<BR>
-- Style mostly consistent and appropriate for formal writing.<BR>
--Does not include first-person language (I, me, we)<BR>
-- Fairly effective word choice.<BR>
--Very few spelling errors and punctuation or capitalization errors.<BR>
--Meets most formal writing requirements<BR>
--Paper mostly flows but may have a couple awkward transitions
Needs Improvement

14pts<BR>
-- Style somewhat consistent and appropriate for formal writing.<BR>
--Does not include first-person language<BR>
-- Correct word choice.<BR>
--Some spelling errors and punctuation or capitalization errors.<BR>
--Other multiple but minor grammatical errors<BR>
--Paper does not flow and jumps from topic to topic or sentence to sentence without connecting ideas
Unacceptable

10pts<BR>
--Major grammatical and/or writing errors that make the paper difficult to read and understand<BR>
--Written in first-person tense (I, me, we) instead of formal 3rd person tense<BR>
--Multiple spelling errors and/or errors in punctuation or capitalization<BR>
--Does not follow general writing style requirements<BR>
--Does not flow and is very disjointed with no overall structure or transitions
Formatting Requirements & APA Style
20 %

Following the general & APA formatting,including cover page and bibliography.<BR>
4 pages content + cover page and cited page
Excellent

20pts<BR>
--Meets min/max page requirements.<BR>
--Meets all font, margin and other formatting requirements.<BR>
--Follows APA formatting guidelines <BR>
--All sources properly cited in both paper and bibliography.
Average

16pts<BR>
--Meets min/max page requirements.<BR>
--Minor errors in citations<BR>
--Minor errors in general formatting requirements (margins, font, etc.)<BR>
--All sources cited in both paper and bibliography.
Needs Improvement

14pts<BR>
--Slightly under or over the page requirements.<BR>
--Missing one or more formatting requirements.<BR>
--Not all sources properly cited in both paper & bibliography.<BR>
-- Multiple errors in citation format.
Unacceptable

10pts<BR>
--More than a few pages under or over the page requirement.<BR>
--Missing multiple formatting requirements.<BR>
--Failed to cite sources or inability to find sources due to incorrect citation.<BR>
--Major, multiple errors in citation formatting<BR>
--Missing bibliography



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