RESEARCH PAPER RUBRIC S09
Style
1
Proficient
with minor
errors
Advanced
Proficient;
Exceeds
expectations
Not proficient
Proficient
with minor
errors
Advanced
Proficient;
Exceeds
expectations
Not proficient
Proficient
with minor
errors
Advanced
Proficient;
Exceeds
expectations
Not proficient
Proficient
with minor
errors
Advanced
Proficient;
Exceeds
expectations
Not proficient
Proficient
with minor
errors
Advanced
Proficient;
Exceeds
expectations
Not proficient
Proficient
with minor
errors
Advanced
Proficient;
Exceeds
expectations
The discussion presents a thorough analysis of the findings and includes
information about study findings, the conclusions to be drawn from the
findings, the consistency of findings with hypotheses and/or with previous
research, strengths and limitations of the design, implications of findings, and
future directions.
Discussion: Critical Thinking
In the discussion, the student is able to demonstrate an understanding of RM
concepts learned and the ability to apply these concepts in thinking critically
about their research. The student demonstrates the ability to assess internal
and external validity (this may occur in previous sections)
APA Style
Structure of the paper conforms to APA style
7
Not proficient
Results section is presented in a logical sequence and includes sufficient
tables and/ or figures, and descriptive statistics to adequately illustrate the
findings. The analyses are appropriate.
Discussion Content:
6
Proficient
with minor
errors
The method is presented includes required sections (e.g., participants,
apparatus/measures, procedure). The clarity and level of detail is sufficient in
describing the design and procedure.
Results: Content
5
Not proficient
The student is able to make connections between the previous research and
the study being proposed, identify strengths and weaknesses, and/or
demonstrate an ability to analyze the validity of the research being
summarized. The literature review presents a logical argument for the current
project.
Method: Content
4
Proficient
with minor
errors
The introduction includes an opening paragraph, a statement regarding the
aim of the study, and a coherent review of previous research that is
relevant/applicable to the study being proposed. The student explicitly
discusses the relevance of previous research to the current project.
Introduction: Critical Thinking
3
Not proficient
Adequate grammar, spelling, and conciseness
Introduction: Content
2
Advanced
Proficient;
Exceeds
expectations
Advanced
Proficient;
Exceeds
expectations
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