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Medical Law & Ethics Research Paper 
Research Paper Rubric
Rubric Code: S6464X
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Subject: Health  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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  Excellent

25 pts

Very Good

20 pts

Average

15 pts

Poor

10 pts

Unacceptable

5 pts

Summary and Submission

Excellent

- Student demonstrates an outstanding ability to use research and course materials to gather details<BR>
- argument is coherent and well supported by referenced sources concerning an artist or artwork<BR>
- Assignment submitted on time<BR>
- Includes five sources (textbook does not count towards this requirement)
Very Good

- Student demonstrates an adequate ability to use research and course materials to gather details concerning an artist or artwork<BR>
- argument is coherent and supported by referenced sources<BR>
- Assignment submitted on time<BR>
- Includes five sources (textbook does not count towards this requirement)
Average

- Student demonstrates a limited ability to use research and course materials to gather details concerning an artist or artwork<BR>
- argument is coherent and supported by referenced sources<BR>
- Assignment submitted on time<BR>
- Includes four sources (textbook does not count towards this requirement)
Poor

- Student demonstrates little or no ability to use research and course materials to gather details and argues with little understanding of their research topic<BR>
- Student failed to submit the assignment on time.<BR>
- Includes three sources (textbook does not count towards this requirement)
Unacceptable

- Student either did not submit the assignment or was unable to demonstrate enough knowledge to receive credit for the discussion.
Content & Development

Excellent

- Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive.<BR>
-Illustrations included and sources indicated<BR>
- Major points are stated clearly and are well supported.<BR>
including course concepts.<BR>
- Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Very Good

- Content is accurate and persuasive.<BR>
- Major points are stated and supported.<BR>
- Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Average

- Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive.<BR>
- Formal description included but vague.<BR>
- Major points are addressed, but not well supported. <BR>
- Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.
Poor

- Content is incomplete.<BR>
- Formal description included but vague or under length necessary to explain the details examined. <BR>
- Major points are not clear or persuasive.
Unacceptable

- No formal descriptions<BR>
- Student either did not submit the assignment or was unable to demonstrate enough knowledge to receive credit for the assignment.
Organization & Structure

Excellent

-Structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow.<BR>
-Thesis statement is clear and relates clearly to the content of the paper<BR>
- Paragraph transitions are logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.<BR>
- Conclusion is logical and flows from the body of the paper.
Very Good

- Structure is mostly clear and easy to follow.<BR>
-Thesis statement is clear and relates to content of the paper. Few<BR>
- Paragraph transitions are present.<BR>
- Conclusion is logical.
Average

- Structure of the paper is not easy to follow. <BR>
- Paragraph transitions need improvement.<BR>
- Conclusion is missing, or if provided, does not flow from the body of the paper.
Poor

- Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer.<BR>
- Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.<BR>
- Conclusion is missing.
Unacceptable

- Unacceptable<BR>
- No identifiable thesis.<BR>
- Student either did not submit the assignment or was unable to demonstrate enough knowledge to receive credit for the assignment.
Format & Length
  Excellent

15 pts

Very Good

(N/A)

Average

10 pts

Poor

5 pts

Unacceptable

(N/A)

Formatting

Excellent

-Paper follows APA format and uses citations correctly. <BR>
-References included<BR>
- Paper fulfills length requirements<BR>
-Format enhances readability of paper.
Very Good

- Paper follows APA format and uses citations correctly.<BR>
-References included<BR>
- Paper fulfills length requirements<BR>
-Format is good.
Average

-Paper follows a citation style, some errors. .<BR>
-References included but not in correct form.<BR>
- Paper is over or under word length.
Poor

- Paper does not follow any APA citation style, citations are not in correct form.<BR>
-References included but incomplete<BR>
- Paper is inadequate or excessive in length.<BR>
-Paper is not double spaced
Unacceptable

- Unacceptable<BR>
- Paper does not follow a citation style.<BR>
-References missing<BR>
- Student either did not submit the assignment or was unable to demonstrate enough knowledge to receive credit for the assignment.
Grammar & Punctuation
  Excellent

10 pts

Very Good

7 pts

Average

5 pts

Poor

2 pts

Unacceptable

1 pts

Grammar & Punctuation

Excellent

-Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.<BR>
- Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure
Very Good

Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; 1 spelling error is present.<BR>
- Language is clear; sentences display consistently strong,
Average

Paper contains 2-3 grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.<BR>
- Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone.
Poor

Paper contains 3-5 numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. <BR>
- Language uses jargon or conversational tone
Unacceptable

Unacceptable<BR>
- Student either did not submit the assignment or was unable to demonstrate enough knowledge to receive credit for the










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