This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Topic Knowledge and Content:
5 to >4.0 ptsAccomplished• Student demonstrates full understanding of the topic. • Presented the main focus of the case study and important information. • Adequately explained concepts. • Integrated information • Summarized information when needed.4 to >2.0 ptsAcceptable• Student demonstrates good understanding of the topic. • Mostly presented the main focus of the case study and important information. • Incomplete explanation of concepts. • Information was mostly integrated together. • Information was mostly summarized when needed.2 to >0 ptsDeveloping• Student demonstrates some understanding of the topic. • Did not adequately present of the main focus of the case study and important information. • Incomplete explanation of concepts. • Information was not consistently integrated together. • Information was not consistently summarized when needed. |
4 to >3.0 ptsAccomplished• Ideas are clearly organized, developed, and supported to achieve a purpose. • The introduction gets the attention of the reader and clearly states the specific purpose of the paper. • Used headings and subheadings appropriately. • Good paragraph transitions. • Strong conclusion.3 to >2.0 ptsAcceptable• Main idea is evident, but the organizational structure many need to be strengthened; ideas may not be clearly developed. • The introduction may not be well developed. • Headings and subheadings may not be consistent. • Paragraph transitions may be awkward. • Good conclusion2 to >0 ptsDeveloping• Ideas may not be focused or developed; the main purpose is not clear. • The introduction is undeveloped. • Little or no paragraph transitions. • Few, if any, headings or subheadings. • There is no conclusion or may not be clear the paper has concluded. |
4 to >3.0 ptsAccomplished• Citations are introduced and attributed appropriately and accurately. • Supporting material is original, logical and relevant.3 to >2.0 ptsAcceptable• Citations are generally introduced and attributed appropriately. • Supporting material may lack in originality.2 to >0 ptsDeveloping• Few, if any, sources are cited. Citations are attributed incorrectly. • Inaccurate, generalized, or inappropriate supporting material may be used. Please note the lack of proper citation is considered plagiarism and may result in further review and action. |
2 ptsAcceptable• Cohesive sentence structure. • Appropriate use of abbreviations. • 3 or less spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors. • 3 or less APA format errors.2 to >1.0 ptsAccomplished• Cohesive sentence structure. • Appropriate use of abbreviations. • No spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors. • APA format rules are followed.1 to >0 ptsDeveloping• Problems with sentence structure. • Abbreviations not always spelled out before use. • 4 or more spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors. • 4 or more APA format errors. |