Students will submit a scholarly paper of approximately 5-8 pages, excluding the title page and references.

Students will submit a scholarly paper of approximately 5-8 pages, excluding the title page and references. The paper must be well organized using APA 7th ed. format and proper grammar. Please see the grading rubric for more details.

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Scholarly Paper Rubric (2)

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDescription of paper topic

40 ptsProficientIdentifies and demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of the paper topic. Thoroughly describes the topic. 30 ptsDeveloping ProficiencyIdentifies and demonstrates an accomplished understanding of the paper topic. 20 ptsInadequateIdentifies and demonstrates acceptable understanding of some of the paper topic. Incomplete description of the topic. 0 ptsNo Marks

40 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis and Evaluation of Issues / Problems

20 ptsProficientPresents an insightful and thorough analysis of all identified issues/problems. Rationales are supported by strong evidence. 15 ptsDeveloping ProficiencyPresents a thorough analysis of most of the issues identified. Uses weak evidence to support rationale. 10 ptsInadequatePresents a superficial or incomplete analysis of some of the identified issues. Rationales are not supported by evidence. 0 ptsNo Marks

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRelevant and meaningful references.

20 ptsProficientUtilizes 4-6 peer reviewed, evidence based research references less than five years old. References are appropriate, relevant, and provide powerful connections about the topic and the concepts studied. 15 ptsDeveloping ProficiencyIncludes less than 4 peer reviewed, evidence based research references. References are mostly appropriate and relevant. 10 ptsInadequateIncludes limited to no peer reviewed, evidence-based research references. 0 ptsNo Marks

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and formatting

20 ptsProficientDemonstrates clarity, conciseness and correctness; formatting is appropriate and writing is free of grammar and spelling errors. Uses APA 7th edition correctly for citations and references. 15 ptsDeveloping ProficiencyOccasional grammar or spelling errors, uses APA 7th edition format for citations and references with some issues. 10 ptsInadequateContains many grammar or spelling errors, does not adhere to APA 7th edition format for citations and references. 0 ptsNo Marks

20 pts

Total Points: 100

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