Writing Intensive Course Research Paper Rubric
Student Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Course Code/Name: ______________________________Instructor: ___________________________________________________
Performance Rating Scale:
Points
4 Exceptional
3 Proficient
2 Basic
1 Unsatisfactory
0 Absent Performance Descriptions
Work meets or exceeds criterion at a high level of competence.
Work reflects an understanding of criterion with minor misunderstandings/misconceptions.
Criterion partially met, but one or more important concepts/skills are missing or flawed.
Work reflects an attempt to meet criterion, but significant misunderstandings/misconceptions are apparent.
Criterion not met or work is absent Final Paper/Project Grading Criteria
NAU adheres to a strict plagiarism policy which is outlined in the Student Handbook and the
undergraduate catalog. Plagiarized papers will receive a failing grade; additional sanctions
may be enforced. Ratings
Exceptional
4 points Proficient
3 points Basic
2 points Unsatisfactory
1 point A B C D Absent
0 points
F Category I. Research Segment (60 possible points / 60% of Total Score)
1. The research topic fits course and has been approved by the instructor.
2. The writer remains focused on the purpose of the paper.
3. The writer keeps the scope of the paper narrow enough to handle subject matter
effectively.
4. The writing is coherent, meaning “logically consistent”.
5. The writing is well-organized.
6. Paragraphing is appropriate with central points being made in each paragraph. This
means that each paragraph includes a clear topic sentence.
7. Transitions are used to make smooth connections between ideas.
8. Research is drawn from the literature (i.e., peer-reviewed articles) and an in-depth
analysis of at least six (6) research articles with no more than one non-juried/non-refereed
Internet site being used.
9. Body should be approximately 8-9 pages and integrates research.
10. The evidence is accurate and contains a balance of both generalities and specifics
(e.g., explanations, anecdotes, statistics, etc.). In an argument the evidence to support
each position is reasonable.
11. The writer supports generalizations effectively, using vivid details and vivid
examples.
12. The writer has chosen a topic in which each issue presented allows for differences of
opinion. This difference is clearly stated.
13. The Conclusion contains a summary of the findings and possible recommendations
for future research.
14. The writer has effectively used quotation, summary, and paraphrasing skills in
providing information 1 15. Overall the paper/project reflects college level writing skills.
CATEGORY I – TOTAL POINTS __________________ (60 possible) Category II. Critical Thinking (20 possible points / 20% of Total Score)
16. The writer identifies and presents clear issues.
17. The writer relies on objective data to support his /her final assertion or claim.
18. The writer uses sound reasoning to support his/her final assertion or claim.
19. The writer provides enough information for the audience to understand each argument
in order to make thoughtful, critical decisions about the writer’s assertions or claims.
20. The author refrains from non-arguments or claims without supporting evidence.
CATEGORY II – TOTAL POINTS __________________ (20 possible) Category III. Grammar and Mechanics (20 possible points / 20% of Total Score)
21. Writing adheres to APA style and form (includes Title Page, page numbers, margins,
etc).
22. The paper is free from grammatical errors (e.g., dangling modifiers, subject-verb
disagreement, verb tense shift, person shift, pronoun-antecedent disagreement, run-on
sentences, comma splices, and diction errors).
23. The paper includes the following:
°
a complete, one paragraph Abstract of approximately 150 words
°
a main idea/thesis statement which expresses the over-arching point of
the research paper
°
an attention-getter to capture the reader’s interest
°
a brief Introduction that serves to establish the context of the topic in
broad terms, states research questions (if applicable), and concludes with
a clear “focusing statement” and an orientation to the main supporting
sections of the paper (approximately 1 page).
24. The Body of the paper contains cited scholarly information.
25. The paper includes the following:
°
a Conclusion that restates the thesis and summarizes the main findings
from the review of the literature. (approximately ½ to 2 pages)
°
a separate Reference Page that has cited all research sources correctly
according to APA style.
CATEGORY III – TOTAL POINTS __________________ (20 possible) Total points from Categories I, II, and III
26.Bonus! The writer uses creative presentation methods (e.g., table, figure,
oral/visual presentation). (worth 5 extra percentage points in total score) Bonus Percentage Points FINAL GRADE (Note: a plagiarized paper receives 0 points) 2

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