GRADING RUBRIC FOR RESEARCH PAPER

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CATEGORY POINTS EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR

Introducing the idea: The topic was [9-10] [8-8.5] [7-7.5]
introduced with impact; a thesis is
clearly evident; and groundwork is laid 10
as to the direction of the paper. It
captures the readers’ attention.
Body: The research goes from general [9-10] [8-8.5] [7-7.5]
ideas to specific conclusions within each
paragraph. Transitions tie sections
together, as well as adjacent paragraphs. 10
Each paragraph clearly ties back to the
thesis.
Coverage of Content: The appropriate [27-30] [24-26.5] [21-23.5]
content in consideration is covered in
depth without being redundant. There is
objectivity in the evaluations and 30
recommendations given. Their own
ideas were properly incorporated.
Sufficient evidences were given.
Organization and Clarity of Writing: [18-20] [16-17.5] [14-15.5]
The research paper must have a clear
introduction with a thesis, a main body
with major points, and a conclusion.
Writing is crisp, clear, and succint. The
writer incorporates the active voice 20
when appropriate. The use of pronouns,
modifiers, parallel construction, and
non-sexist and specific language are
appropriate. There is no error in
grammar and mechanics.
Conclusion: The research paper comes [9-10] [8-8.5] [7-7.5]
to a logical conclusion, summarizes key 10
points, and connects to the introduction.
MLA Documentation Style: All [18-20] [16-17.5] [14-15.5]
needed citations were included in the
paper. References matched the citations,
and all were encoded in MLA format. 20
All MLA specifications for margin,
spacing, alignment, tables, and many
others were followed strictly.

GENERAL COMMENTS: