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POLICY ANALYSIS PAPER
POLICY ANALYSIS PAPER
POLICY ANALYSIS PAPER
Rubric Code:
PX98796
By
barthur
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Subject:
Political Science
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
Undergraduate
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Policy Analysis Paper
Superior
180 pts
Excellent
164 pts
ADEQUATE
154 pts
Introduction of Problem/Policy
20 pts
Superior
Problem and/or existing policy is thoroughly described. The history of the problem/policy is included. Key terms, stakeholders and policy areas needing analysis and resolution are defined.
Excellent
Presents a well-considered position on the issue.
ADEQUATE
Presents a clear position on the issue.
Policy Environment
20 pts
Superior
Evaluative review of the policy is included. All relevant legislative, judicial, and regulatory policy factors affecting the policy are addressed. Ambiguities, conflicts, problems, and contradictions related to the policies are explained.
Excellent
Explains the factors impacting the policy with logically sound reasons and/or well-chosen examples.
ADEQUATE
Explains most of the factors impacting the policy with relevant reasons and/or examples.
Current Policy (or lack thereof)
30 pts
Superior
Clarifies the underlying assumptions and effectiveness of the current policy, including, effects on and roles of key stakeholders. Assesses the efficiency of the current policy
Excellent
Discussion is focused and generally well-organized, connecting ideas appropriately. The efficiency of the current policy is assessed.
ADEQUATE
Is adequately focused and organized, but does not assess the efficiency of the current policy.
Policy Alternatives
30 pts
Superior
Three or more alternatives to the current policy are presented. A thorough cost-benefit analysis is provided for each policy alternative.
Excellent
Three or more alternatives to the current policy are presented. An adequate cost-benefit analysis is included for each policy alternative
ADEQUATE
Two or more alternatives to the current policy are presented. A thorough cost-benefit analysis is provided for each policy alternative.
Written Communication
30 pts
Superior
Excellent mechanics, grammar, word usage. Language is clear and appropriate. Writing style is effective.
Excellent
Expresses ideas clearly and well, using appropriate vocabulary and sentence variety. May have errors in mechanics, grammar, or word usage.
ADEQUATE
Expresses ideas with reasonable clarity. Contains signficant errors in mechanics, grammar, or word usage.
Strength of analysis
40 pts
Superior
Each assertion is supported with researchable and verifiable support from reputable sources. No bias is evident in the analysis.
Excellent
Assertions are generally well-researched and supported by appropriate reference materials. No bias is evident in the analysis.
ADEQUATE
Some evidence is provided to support many of the assertions, but not all. Reference materials may be inappropriate.
Format
10 pts
Superior
The paper includes all required six basic elements: title page, executive summary, table of contents, text, reference page and appendices. The text of the paper is approximately 5 pages in length.
Excellent
The paper includes all required six basic elements: title page, executive summary, table of contents, text, reference page and appendices. The text of the paper is 4 pages in length.
ADEQUATE
The paper includes most of the required elements, but may be disorganized. And/or the text of the paper is approximately 3 pages.
Citations
10 pts
Superior
Support and evidence are referenced using paraphrasing in the students own voice and are cited properly within the text of the paper.
Excellent
Support and evidence are referenced using paraphrasing in the students own voice and most are cited properly within the text of the paper.
ADEQUATE
Support and evidence are referenced using paraphrasing in the students own voice - citations are not properly formatted.
Research skills
10 pts
Superior
Paper uses at least 5 scholarly sources. Clear evidence of primary research.
Excellent
Paper uses at least 4scholarly sources.
ADEQUATE
Paper uses at least 3scholarly sources. <BR>
OR<BR>
No evidence of primary research.
Subjects:
English
Political Science
Social Sciences
Types:
Writing
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