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Graduate Writing Assignment APA

Graduate Writing Assignment APA formatting

Rubric Code: JBA54W

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Subject: Communication

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: Graduate

Paper
	Exemplary 4 pts	Mastery 3 pts	Knowledgeable 2 pts	Developing 1 pts	Naive Missing; inaccurate; misapplication 0 pts
Synthesis of Knowledge	Exemplary Clear thesis/purpose.<BR> Purpose helps guide reader in paper. Purpose is well-documented with exceptional supporting facts, figures, and/or statements.	Mastery Good thesis or purpose, but might leave some questions. Demonstrates facility with information and search strategies. Most statements support the key focus of assignment.	Knowledgeable Basic understanding of purpose, but not fully supported throughout the paper. <BR> Reader may have some difficulty in seeing linkages between thoughts. Few supporting facts and statements.	Developing Limited understanding of purpose. Reader is unable to follow the logic used for the purpose and development of key themes. <BR> Introduction is not clearly evident. <BR> Weak inclusion of supporting facts or statements.	Naive Incomplete; no evidence of synthesis of knowledge
Foundations of Knowledge Focus and/or Thesis	Exemplary A proficient command of the subject matter is demonstrated. Ability to relate course content to practical examples and applications. Comprehensive analysis of details, facts, and concepts in a logical sequence. Does not veer from proposed topic.	Mastery Exhibits above average usage of subject matter. Average ability in relating course content in examples given. <BR> Details and facts presented are adequate.	Knowledgeable General, fundamental understanding of the course material. Some areas of concern linking facts and supporting statements. Only basic transitions are used. General explaination of concepts, but only meets the minimum requirements in this area.	Developing Some concepts are explained, but overlooks critical details. Vague or incomplete in various segments. Some concepts are presented in isolation. Unclear or illogical sequencing.	Naive Incomplete; no evidence of foundations of knowledge
Application of Knowledge Critical Thinking Skills	Exemplary All major points are thoroughly explained. <BR> Uses an original, unique, and/or imaginative approach to overall ideas, concepts, and findings.	Mastery Majority of points and concepts are explained. <BR> Some supporting	Knowledgeable Some points and concepts incorrectly.	Developing Incomplete attempt to provide linkages or explanation of key terms. There is often a rambling format or lack of transitions.	Naive Incomplete; no evidence of critical thinking skills
Format APA structure and format	Exemplary An appropriate introduction (or abstract), well- developed paragraphs, and conclusion. <BR> Meets all APA standards (see APA handout). In-text citation clearly leads to the correct source in the Works Cited page.<BR> Author omits needless words; sentence structure, grammar, and diction excellent; correct use of punctuation and scientific style; minimal to no spelling errors	Mastery Good skill level in formatting and organizing material in assignment. Above average level of preparedness, with few formatting errors. (1-4)	Knowledgeable Variety of formatting styles, with some inconsistencies throughout the paper. 5-8 formatting errors.	Developing Many formatting errors and a lack of organization. 8-10 formatting errors.	Naive More than 10 formatting errors.

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