Research Paper: Outline Assignment Rubric
| Criteria | Levels of Achievement | |||
| Content 18 | Advanced | Proficient | Developing | Not present |
| Develops a working outline for the research paper | 8 to 9 points
An outline of the research paper is clearly presented and includes content in proper outline format (see template for assistance with this format). Each of the required sections of the paper are examined within the outline. Proper use of heading levels for an APA outline (see Template). |
7 to 7.5 points
The outline for the research paper is presented and discussed appropriately. There could be more content within one or more of the sections of the outline. Proper use of heading levels for an APA outline (see Template). |
1 to 6.5 points
The outline is unclear or fairly clear but discussed too broadly or does not meet expectations. Some of the heading levels may not be accurate. |
0 points
The Outline Template was not followed. |
| Evaluates and synthesizes the research material into the outline as support | 8 to 9 points
Research that has been collected to date is presented in the body of the outline. |
7 to 7.5 points
There is some research presented within the body of the outline but content could be more fully supported. |
1 to 6.5 points
More research is needed within the body of the outline to support premises presented. |
0 points
There is no academic research noted within content of outline. |
| Structure 7 | Advanced | Proficient | Developing | Not present |
| Mechanics | 2 points
No grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly and consistently. Writing is precise. Word choice is appropriate. |
1.5 points
Few grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly. Writing style is sufficient. Word choice is adequate. |
1 point
Several grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used inconsistently. Writing style is understandable but could be improved. Word choice is generally good. |
0 points
Numerous spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are misused. Writing style is difficult to understand. Word choice is poor. |
| APA Format Elements | 2.5 points
Citations and format are in current APA style for an outline (see Template). Cover page is correctly formatted. |
1.5 to 2 points
Citations and format are in current APA style with few errors. Cover page is present with few errors. |
1 point
Citations and format are in current APA style though several errors are present. Cover page is included though several errors are present. |
0 points
Citations are not formatted correctly. Cover page is not included or not formatted correctly. |
| Research Elements | 2.5 points
Academic primary and secondary materials are used well and include academic materials. No non-academic sources are used. |
1.5 to 2 points
Academic primary and secondary materials are used and include academic journal articles and books. No non-academic sources are used. |
1 point
Academic sources are used though popular sources are also incorporated. Sources are, at times, not used appropriately. |
0 points
Appropriate sources are not used or sources are lacking entirely. Outline is not supported with research. |
| Total | Advanced 22 to 25 | Proficient 18 to 21 | Developing 1 to 17 | Not present |
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