Professional Research paper and Grading rubrics
Rubric – Graduate Writing Assignments
Name__________________________________ Date
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Students will complete the assignment with attention to the criteria below.
Rating:
Exceptional corresponds to a grade of A- to A (90-100). Performance is outstanding; significantly above the
usual expectations.
Proficient corresponds to a grade of B- to B+ (80-89%). Skills and standards are at the level of expectation.
Basic corresponds to a grade of C (75-79%). Skills and standards are acceptable but improvements are needed
to meet expectations well.
Insufficient/Missing corresponds to a grade of F (below 75%). Performance is weak; the skills or standards are
not sufficiently demonstrated at this time.
NOTE TO FACULTY: Compute a holistic score for each element by placing check marks in the appropriate boxes,
OR compute an analytic score by assigning points for each element, following the percentages indicated with the
assignment.
Elements Criteria
Ratings
Exceptional Proficient Basic Insufficient Missing
Knowledge/Understanding
Shows depth and understanding
of the subject
Thesis for paper is clearly
identified and logically develops
throughout the paper
Reasoning is sound, compelling,
and well supported
Research
Peer-reviewed articles are
selected and are appropriate for
the paper topic
Articles are synthesized and
integrated effectively
There is sufficient research cited
to support arguments
New information from articles
addresses similarities and
differences with prior course
readings and individual’s prior
knowledge
Writing
Demonstrates evidence of
graduate-level writing
mechanics*
Minimum paper requirements
(length, topic, research,
integration of core values) are
met
Follows APA formatting
requirements
Professional Research paper and Grading rubrics
Statement on graduate-level writing requirements:
Your writing reflects your ideas and communicates your understanding of the topic to the instructor. This assignment
will be graded on the composition elements listed below, as well as your understanding of the content:
Successful graduate-level writing should demonstrate
• Proofreading skills
• Correct grammar and punctuation
• Logical organization
• Proper content presentation (introduction, body, conclusion)
• Correct formatting for citations, references, and headings
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