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COM 3500 Major Research Paper APA Style Research Paper APA STYLE RESEARCH PAPER Rubric Code: Z23AW82 By lfeleciano Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Communication Type: Writing Grade Levels: Undergraduate

CRITERION
	EXCEPTIONAL 5 pts	SATISFACTORY 4 pts	FAIR 3 pts	POOR 2 pts
Introduction and topic description	EXCEPTIONAL Clear inclusion of (and the distinction between) the 3 main components described in the inverted components cone of the Introduction, with a description of all relevant sub-elements.	SATISFACTORY Inclusion of all required elements of the inverted cone of the introduction section, with fairly clear explanations of relevant sub-elements.	FAIR Introduction is not well constructed and little or no definition of key terms and concepts. Superficial review of the literature that does not describe the research findings; relies heavily on a few studies and uses poor quality resources for information gathering	POOR Lacks a proper introduction. Superficial review of the literature that is poorly organized and lacks credibility based on the level of evidence and resources presented
Research & Literature Review	EXCEPTIONAL The literature review goes from general ideas to specific conclusions. Transitions tie sections together, as well as adjacent paragraphs The appropriate content in consideration is discovered in depth without being redundant. Sources are cited when specific statements are made.	SATISFACTORY There is a decent flow from one section to the next, but not all sections or paragraphs follow in a natural or logical order A few statement of author's agreement or disagreement with proposed changes.	FAIR There is a basic flow from one section to the next, but not all sections or paragraphs follow in a natural or logical order. A wide range of sources has been identified and used. Sources are fairly reported on.	POOR The literature review appears to have no direction, with subtopics appearing disjointed Major research contributors are missing. Too much focus on one or two research articles.
Methods Section	EXCEPTIONAL The section very clearly states the search methods utilized and what search terms were used. Section clearly defines the scope of the research, how the how sources were filtered, and what was determining criteria for source selection	SATISFACTORY Section states fairly well what search methods were utilized and what search terms were used. Section states fairly well the scope of the research, how the how sources were filtered, and what was the determining criteria for source selection.	FAIR Section attempts to state what search methods were utilized and what search terms were used. Section attempts defines the scope of the research, how how sources were filtered, and what was the determining criteria for source selection.	POOR Section poorly states what search methods were utilized and what search terms were used. Section poorly defines the scope of the research, how the how sources were filtered, and what was the determining criteria for source selection.
Discussion Section	EXCEPTIONAL Section clearly makes connections to sources discussed in the Literature Review that may prove or disprove the claim. Theoretical and practical implications are clearly and fully discussed with a strong connection to the research question.	SATISFACTORY Section makes connections to sources discussed in the Literature Review that may prove or disprove the claim fairly well. Some more analysis could be provided. Theoretical and practical implications are clearly discussed and connected to the research question.	FAIR Section attempts to make connections to sources discussed in the Literature Review that may prove or disprove the claim. More analysis needed. Theoretical and practical implications are partially discussed and somewhat connected to the research question.	POOR Lacks a proper interpretation of the sources from the Literature Review. Analysis presented does not support the thesis or problem statement Theoretical and practical implications are inappropriately discussed and not connected to the research question.
Limitations/Future Studies	EXCEPTIONAL Limitations and future directions clearly and fully follow from results and strongly support the research question.	SATISFACTORY Limitations and future directions clearly follow from results and support the research question.	FAIR Limitations and future directions partially follow from results and ar evaguely connected to the research question	POOR Limitations and future directions are not discussed.
Sources of information	EXCEPTIONAL Has 5 or more relevant and credible research articles.	SATISFACTORY Has 4 or more research articles but not all are relevant or credible sources.	FAIR Has too few, or irrelevant, or incredible research articles.	POOR Has too few, or irrelevant, or incredible research articles.
Organization	EXCEPTIONAL Information is very organized into execellently constructed parapraphs.	SATISFACTORY Information is organized in well-constructed paragraphs. Paragraph transitions are logical.	FAIR Information is organized into paragraphs but the information is not detailed. Paragraph transitions do not flow.	POOR Information is not organized into paragraphs with introductory sentences, details or concluding sentences. Lack of structure detracts from the message of the writer.
Writing Style: Grammar, punctuation	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.	FAIR Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors. Language lacks clarity or includes the use of undefined jargon, or conversational tone.	POOR Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. Language uses undefined jargon, or conversational tone.
Paper Length (12 - 15 pages)	EXCEPTIONAL Page requirement met.	SATISFACTORY Page requirement met but paper could have benefitted from longer (or shorter) length.	FAIR Page requirement deviated within 1 -2 pages.	POOR Requirement not met. (Deviation more than1-2 pages).
APA citation and References	EXCEPTIONAL In text citation and References page follows all APA guidelines.	SATISFACTORY In text citation and References page follows most APA guidelines.	FAIR Several errors of APA guidelines within paper. Several errors of APA guidelines: double space, 12 pt. font, hanging indent.	POOR Many errors of APA guidelines within paper. Many errors of APA guidelines on References page: spacing, 12 pt. font, hanging indent, etc.

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