Rubric for Human Meaning of Death
Criteria
Exceptional
Proficient
Developing
Unsatisfactory
Total
Purpose statement
Recommended length: 1 paragraph
5.0-4.5
4.0-3.5
3.0-2.5
2.5-1.0
Statement of purpose is very clear, concisely stated, and follows logically from the background information.
Stated purpose is consistently the focal point throughout the paper.
Statement of purpose is generally clear and is related to the background information. Stated purpose is the focal point of the paper for the most part.
Statement of purpose somewhat unclear and/or needs to be developed further. Focal point is not consistently maintained throughout the paper.
Background information is superficial, absent, or unrelated to purpose.
Statement of purpose is absent or unclear and/or the paper lacks focus throughout.
/5
Content
Conclusion
9 – 10
8 – 8.5
6-7.5
0-5.5
Exceptional introduction grabs the attention of the reader and provides background that clearly conveys the significance of the topic area.
Balanced presentation of relevant information that clearly supports the purpose or argument of the paper.
Paper demonstrates thoughtful and in-depth analysis of topic
Evidence of important insights gained
Excellent summary of major points of the paper with concluding idea(s) that impact reader. introduces no new information.
Introduction is interesting and provides adequate background that conveys the significance of the topic area.
Information provides reasonable support for the central purpose or argument.
Evidence of basic analysis of the topic
Evidence of some insight gained.
Good summary of major points with clear concluding ideas. Introduces no new information.
Introduction provides some background information; may not be directly relevant to the purpose. Significance of topic may not be clear.
Information supports the central purpose or argument at times
Analysis is basic and general
Few insights gained
Basic summary of major points with some final concluding ideas. introduces no new information.
Lacks introduction Background information is superficial, absent, or unrelated to purpose.
Central purpose or argument is not clearly identified
Analysis is vague or not evident
Confusing and lacks logic.
Lacks summary of major points. May introduce new information
/10
Quality writing and use of References
9 – 10
8 – 8.5
6-7.5
0-5.5
Paper is well very written, clear, with a strong writing style.
Compelling evidence from professionally legitimate sources is given to support claims. Attribution is clear and fairly represented.
References are primarily peer reviewed professional journals and other approved sources
( e.g. government docs, agency manuals, scientific journals)
Reader is confident the information and ideas can be trusted
7 or more highly relevant sources used. Very clearly addresses the purpose of the paper.
Paper shows above average writing style and clarity.
Sources that support claims are generally present and attribution is for the most part clear and fairly represented
Most references are professionally legitimate, a few are questionable
( e.g. internet sources, popular magazines).
Reader is uncertain of the reliability of the sources
5 or 6 mostly relevant literature sources.
Paper shows an average and/or casual writing style using.
Although attribution is occasionally given, many statements seem unsubstantiated.
Most references are from sources that are not peer reviewed and have uncertain reliability
Reader doubts accuracy of much of the material presented.
Minimum 5 literature sources.
Sources are somewhat superficial or disjointed.
Paper shows a below average/poor writing style
Weak summary of literature sources. Lacks sufficient research sources (< 5).
Virtually no sources that are professionally reliable
References are seldom cited to support statements
/10
Writing Mechanics
Quality
Adherence to APA Guidelines
(Minus one point for each)
Paper Length
4.5-5
4-3.5
3-2.5
1-2.0
Paper is effectively organized. Ideas are arranged logically, flow smoothly, with strong progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph – all paragraphs are well-connected to the purpose of the paper
Free from errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling.
APA format is used accurately and consistently in the paper and on the References page
Paper is the number of specified pages in the assignment
Paper is adequately organized. Ideas are arranged reasonably with a progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph and connected to the purpose of the paper. Minor errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling.
APA format is used with minor errors
Paper is the number of specified pages in the assignment
Some errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, usage, and/or formatting.
Paper is somewhat organized, although occasionally ideas from paragraph to paragraph may not flow well and/or connect to the purpose of the paper.
Frequent errors in APA format
Paper is the number of specified pages in the assignment
Paper lacks logical organization and impedes readers’ comprehension of ideas. Poor progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph. Frequent errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, spelling.
Format of paper does not follow APA form.
Paper has more or fewer pages than specified in the assignment
/5
/30
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