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Psychology in The Real World 
Real World Application Writing Assignemt
Select a news article, tv show, movie, etc. to examine psych themes discussed in class or in your textbook. Indicate when you observed psych phenomena being applied to your everyday life or others'. Did the source portray something accurately or not? Tie real life experiences to concepts learned in each chapter by indicating the page number in the text where the concept can be found, cited in your own words. Assignments must be typed and submitted by the beginning of class on the due date.
Rubric Code: FX8B8W6
By ragan1
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Subject: Psychology  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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Content & Development

8
Excellent

- Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive.
- Major points are stated clearly and are well supported.
- Responses are excellent, timely and address assignment including course concepts.
- Content and purpose of the writing are clear
- References to examples from the text and class are nicely integrated throughout the paper
Good

- Content is accurate and persuasive.
- Major points are stated.
- Responses are adequate and address assignment.
- Content and purpose of the writing are clear
References made use some examples
Poor

- Content is incomplete.
- Major points are not clear and /or persuasive.
- Little to no reference to psychology as depicted in the example
Organization & Structure

5
Excellent

-Structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow.
- Paragraph transitions are logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.
- Conclusion is logical and flows from the body of the paper.
Good

- Structure is mostly clear and easy to follow.
- Paragraph transitions are present.
- Conclusion is logical.
- Somewhat choppy with some smooth transitions
Poor

- Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer.
- Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts
- Paper comes across as choppy
Format

3
Excellent

- Paper follows all designated guidelines.
-Format enhances readability of paper and follows APA format very well. 2-3 pages double spaced, 12 point font Arial or Times New Roman, 1 inch margins.
Good

- Paper follows designated guidelines.
- APA format is good, but not always accurate
- References are basically formatted correctly
-Too short or not properly followed guidelines.
Poor

- Paper lacks many elements of correct formatting.
- Paper is not in APA format
-References incorrectly formatted
Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling

2
Excellent

- Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
- Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.
- Professional language is used throughout the paper
Good

- Rules of grammar, and punctuation are followed with minor errors. Spelling is correct.
- Language is mostly professional and uses little reference to conversational topics
Poor

- Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
- Language uses jargon, slang or conversational tone.
Turned in on-time

2
Excellent

Turned in during class.
Good

Turned in during class.
Poor

Not turned in or emailed late.






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