Strong
5 pts
Adequate
2 pts
Inadequate
0 pts
Gives an overview of the purpose and overarching message of the policy brief, catches the attention of the reader.
Explains why this issue is urgent and/or important to the research client. Should make your audience want to continue reading.
Presents the essential facts the decision maker “needs to know” about the topic.
Secondary sources involve generalization, analysis, synthesis, interpretation, or evaluation of the original information. Secondary literature is generally contained in works such as books, chapters or review articles. It also includes grey literature. Though not scholarly, it is produced by researchers and practitioners in the field. Evidence of outside research that includes but extends beyond course readings.
Section of brief where authors are identified.
Sentence and paragraph structure; grammar and spelling/punctuation; tone and style.