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Synthesis Paper Rubric
Synthesis Paper Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
Argument & Focus
threshold: pts
10 to >7.5 pts
High
Paper clearly states chosen topic and establishes an argument/stance. Paper remains on topic throughout.
7.5 to >5.0 pts
Moderate
Paper has weak focus, and/or is lacking a clearly articulated topic/argument. Paper is off-topic at points.
5 to >2.5 pts
Low
The paper is missing a substantial portion of the content expectations or fails to make a clear argument.
2.5 to >0 pts
No Submission
pts
10 pts
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Use of Literature
threshold: pts
10 to >7.5 pts
High
Argument is strongly supported by evidence in the literature. At least four scholarly resources are included.
7.5 to >5.0 pts
Moderate
Argument is minimally supported by literature. 1-3 scholarly resources are included.
5 to >2.5 pts
Low
Fails to support argument using literature, or only non-scholarly resources are included.
2.5 to >0 pts
No Submission
pts
10 pts
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Style & Citations
threshold: pts
5 to >3.75 pts
High
Chosen style is clearly indicated and stylistic guidelines are followed throughout (references, citations, spacing, etc.). Spelling and grammar issues are minimal. Citations are free of errors.
3.75 to >2.5 pts
Moderate
Style guidelines are mostly followed, with some mistakes. Multiple and/or disruptive spelling and grammatical mistakes.
2.5 to >1.25 pts
Low
No style guide is selected or style guides are not followed. Citations are absent. Spelling and grammar issues impede comprehension.
1.25 to >0 pts
No Submission
pts
5 pts
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Formatting & Length
The paper follows the formatting and length expectations.
threshold: pts
5 pts
Full Marks
The paper follows formatting and length expectations.
0 pts
No Marks
The paper does not follow the formatting and/or length guidelines OR no paper was submitted.
pts
5 pts
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Total Points: 30 out of 30