Final Paper Draft: Outline, Abstract & Working Reference List
For your Final Assignment (Due in Module 7), you will use everything that you have learned in this course. You will select, analyze and appraise a quantitative study of your choice that uses one of the following designs:
Survey Research
Correlational Research
Experimental Research
Causal-Comparative Research
In your final paper be sure to include observations about the literature, the use of theory, the introduction, the purpose statement, research questions and methodological approach. For each section give a thorough explanation of what the author presented and an appraisal of the effectiveness of their presentation in light of what Creswell and Creswell have presented in the Textbook. Do not use first person and be sure to cite sources in all areas of the paper.
For this draft, submit the following:
An table of content (outline) of your entire paper (should reflect a 10-15 page paper)
An abstract of your paper (200 to 300 words)
A working reference list for your paper (This may change, but show at least 8-10 references).
Be sure to include on your reference list the study you have selected for this assignment.
Submission Instructions:
The paper to be 3 – 5 pages in length using current APA style.
Incorporate a minimum of 8 -10 current (published within last five years) scholarly journal articles or primary legal sources (statutes, court opinions) within your work.
The paper is to be clear and concise and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation and misspelling.
Complete and submit the assignment by 11:59 PM ET Sunday.
Late work policies, expectations regarding proper citations, acceptable means of responding to peer feedback, and other expectations are at the discretion of the instructor.
Grading Rubric
Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric
Essay/Paper Rubric (2)
Essay/Paper Rubric (2)
Criteria Ratings Pts
Identification of Main Issues/Problems
4 pts
Distinguished
Identify and demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the issues/problems.
3 pts
Excellent
Identifies and demonstrate an accomplished understanding of most of issues/problems.
2 pts
Fair
Identifies and demonstrate an an acceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.
1 pts
Poor
Identifies and demonstrate an unacceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.
0 pts
No Marks
Missing criteria and/or submission.
/ 4 pts
Analysis and Evaluation of Issues/Probelms
4 pts
Distinguished
Presents an insightful, thorough analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.
3 pts
Excellent
Presents a thorough analysis and evaluation of most of the issues/problems.
2 pts
Fair
Presents a superficial or incomplete analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.
1 pts
Poor
Presents unacceptable analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.
0 pts
No Marks
Missing criteria and/or submission.
/ 4 pts
Demonstrates a Conceptual Understanding
4 pts
Distinguished
Provides a thorough, competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a high level of conceptual understanding.
3 pts
Excellent
Provides a competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a moderate level of conceptual understanding.
2 pts
Fair
Provides a competent responses to all issues/problems, but lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.
1 pts
Poor
Provides an unacceptable response to all issues/problems, and lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.
0 pts
No Marks
Missing criteria and/or submission.
/ 4 pts
Use of Citations to Course Readings and Additional Research/Literature
4 pts
Distinguished
Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing.
3 pts
Excellent
Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.
2 pts
Fair
Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.
1 pts
Poor
Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. An unacceptable use of citations and extended referencing.
0 pts
No Marks
Missing criteria and/or submission.
/ 4 pts
Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines
4 pts
Full Marks
Demonstrate a high level of clarity, precision, and attention to detail. APA style is correct and writing is free of grammar and spelling errors.
3 pts
Excellent
Demonstrate a high level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.
2 pts
Fair
Demonstrate a moderate level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.
1 pts
Poor
Demonstrates issues in writing and communicating clearly. APA style and writing mechanics need serious attention.
0 pts
No Marks
Missing criteria and/or submission.
/ 4 pts
Total Points: 0
Requirements: as needed
