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PSY104 Introduction to Psychology 
APA STYLE REFERENCES PAPER FOR INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY
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Subject: Psychology  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric PSY104 CRITERION
  EXCEPTIONAL

100 pts

SATISFACTORY

80 pts

SUBSTANDARD

60 pts

UNSATISFACTORY

20 pts

Zero Points

0 pts

APA Title Page
5 %

Title page correctly formatted with all pertinent information and as outlined in APA 6TH edition.

EXCEPTIONAL

Title Page contains all parts and correct format. Exceeds expectations of professionalism.
APA style in-text citations used throughout document.
SATISFACTORY

Title page included with all necessary components.

Some APA style in-text citations used in the document.
SUBSTANDARD

Title page included, but is missing information (ie: title of paper, student's name, title over Introduction, etc.)
Limited or no APA style in-text citations used throughout document.
UNSATISFACTORY

None present.

No APA style in-text citations used throughout document.
Zero Points

Paper was not submitted, or paper was submitted after due date on course outline.
APA REFERENCES Page
10 %

EXCEPTIONAL

References page contains more than required academic reference (3) and text reference.
Follows APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font, hanging indent.
SATISFACTORY

References page contains: 3 total but one less of academic resource or text reference. Follows most APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font, hanging indent.
SUBSTANDARD

References page contains only one academic resource.
Many errors of APA guidelines: double space, 12 pt. font, hanging indent.
UNSATISFACTORY

References page contains no academic resources, only internet webpages.
Lack of APA guidelines for references provided.
Zero Points

Paper was not submitted, or paper was submitted after due date on course outline.
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling
10 %

EXCEPTIONAL

Rules of grammar, usage and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.
SATISFACTORY

Few grammatical errors, but sentences could be clearer and more precise.
SUBSTANDARD

Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.
Language lacks clarity or includes the use of undefined jargon, or conversational tone.
UNSATISFACTORY

Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
Language uses undefined jargon, or conversational tone.
Zero Points

Paper was not submitted, or paper was submitted after due date on course outline.
Organization
10 %

EXCEPTIONAL

Information is very organized into execellently constructed paragraphs.
Each paragraph has an introductory sentence, at least 3 details and a concluding sentence.
SATISFACTORY

Information is organized in well-constructed paragraphs. Each paragraph has an introductory sentence, at least 3 details and a concluding sentence. Paragraph transitions are logical.
SUBSTANDARD

Information is organized into paragraphs but the information is not detailed. Each paragraph has an introductory sentence, with 2 or less details and a concluding sentence. Paragraph transitions do not flow.
UNSATISFACTORY

Information is not organized into paragraphs with introductory sentences, details or concluding sentences.
Lack of structure detracts from the message of the writer.
Zero Points

Paper was not submitted, or paper was submitted after due date on course outline.
Paper Length
5 %

EXCEPTIONAL

1-2 page requirement met with no alterations to margins, font type or size
SATISFACTORY

1-2 page minimum but the strength of the argument could have benefitted from longer length.
SUBSTANDARD

1-2 page minimum not met. Alterations were visibly noticeable in paper.
UNSATISFACTORY

Less than 1 page. Requirement not met.
Zero Points

Paper was not submitted, or paper was submitted after due date on course outline.
Abstract and Content of Discussion
25 %

EXCEPTIONAL

Great use of background information. Purpose of the writing is clear. Ideas and concepts are presented in a clear and understandable manner.
The reader is introduced to the thesis.
SATISFACTORY

Some Background information is evident.
The reader is introduced to the thesis. Major points need to be stated more clearly and be better supported.
SUBSTANDARD

No Backgrround information.
The reader is introduced to the thesis. Content is accurate and mostly complete.
UNSATISFACTORY

No Background information.
Paragraph does not introduce topic. No thesis present. Major points are addressed but not well supported or discussed.
Zero Points

Paper was not submitted, or paper was submitted after due date on course outline.
Conclusion Ideas/Content
15 %

EXCEPTIONAL

Provides exceptional and thought provoking analysis that directly addresses details and/or examples of the main topic.
SATISFACTORY

Information clearly relates to the main
topic.
It provides some supporting details and/or examples. Analyses not as clear as they could be.
SUBSTANDARD

Infomation clearly relates to the main topic. No details and/or examples are given.
Personal analysis followed script from the text book or source material.
UNSATISFACTORY

Information has little to do with the main topic.
Analyses are not well organized or clear.
Offered no personal analysis.
Zero Points

Paper was not submitted, or paper was submitted after due date on course outline.
PSYCHOLOGICAL THEORY & LANGUAGE
10 %

EXCEPTIONAL

Theory and or theorist named; theory summarized with a minimum of 3 named concepts that are defined with relevant examples provided.
SATISFACTORY

Lack of naming, definition of psychological theory & a minimum of 2 concepts and examples.
SUBSTANDARD

Lack of naming, definition of psychological theory & a minimum of 1 concept with an example.
UNSATISFACTORY

Psychological language is not used. Known theory within psychology, absent. Emphasis on example obscures science of psychology as necessary focus.
Zero Points

Paper was not submitted, or paper was submitted after due date on course outline.
TIMELINESS
10 %

EXCEPTIONAL

EARLY
SATISFACTORY
SUBSTANDARD

ON-TIME
UNSATISFACTORY
Zero Points

Paper was not submitted, or paper was submitted after due date on course outline.





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