Research+Paper+Rubic+(Option+1)

A.P. ENGLISH FINAL RESEARCH PAPER RUBRIC NAME

The Resource Evaluation handout is completed neatly and accurately with relevant information regarding covering the topic. Information gathered clearly relates to the main topic. It includes several details and/or examples and clear explanations. All bibliographic information is included. _(50pts.) The Outline with an approved thesis is completed neatly and accurately including 5 supporting points and a refutation with relevant evidence and quotations. _(25pts.) The rough draft is typed and accurately covers all points included in the outline as well as relevant evidence, quotations, and refutation. __(50 pts.)__ a) Format-paper is 7-8 pages typed, double-spaced, in Times New Roman script, and in font size 12. _(10 pts.) b) Content-research paper accurately and effectively covers the chosen topic. Paper has an obvious thesis which is supported by 5 major points and a refutation. Paper uses evidence to support those points. The paper is well thought out and organized and deals with the topic in a knowledgeable way. _(75 pts.) c) Grammar-paper avoids flagrant grammatical errors such as sentence fragments and run-ons. Paper conforms to Standard English and avoids common clichés. Paper moves from point to point smoothly and uses a variety of transitional words, phrases, and clauses. _( 20 pts.) d) Quotations-paper has at least 5 quotations which are cited using footnotes in standard format. The quotes are explained in detail and their relevance to the thesis presented as well. _(25 pts.) e) Documentation-research paper includes at least 3 pieces of documentary evidence. The documentary evidence is referred to in the text with an explanation of how it supports the thesis. _(20 pts.) f) Revisions-revisions to the rough draft are carefully considered and thoughtfully completed according to teacher suggestions. _(15 pts.) g) Bibliography-research paper contains a bibliography in standard format which includes at least 7 entries. _(10 pts.)   The research paper’s overall impact is effective and presents information in a dynamic way. (50 pts.)
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