Discussion Thread: Outline of Literature Review

Criteria Ratings Points

Content 50 to >45 pts

Advanced

Includes accurate identification of each articles premise, significant points in support of the premise

45 to >41 pts

Proficient

Includes accurate identification of each articles premise, importance to the course, significant points in support of the premise, but one or more of them need improvement

41 to >0 pts

Developing

One of the following is missing or insufficiently analytical: accurate identification of each articles premise, importance to the course, significant points in support of the premise

0 pts

Not Present

50 pts

Content 50 to >45 pts

Advanced

The review contains an accurate, detailed, and well thought out comparison of the salient points of the journal articles

45 to >41 pts

Proficient

The review contains comparisons of the salient points of the journal articles. The detail and critical thinking intersection is less defined

41 to >0 pts

Developing

The review vaguely links the salient points of the articles and is generally lacking in critical analysis

0 pts

Not Present

50 pts

Content 54 to >49 pts

Advanced

Includes critical thinking that clearly states the student’s informed and substantiated opinion, thorough evaluation of the article’s premise, and supporting points. Conceptualization of the theoretical orientation to be used by the student is abundantly clear and grounded.

49 to >44 pts

Proficient

Includes critical thinking that clearly states the student’s opinion and some evaluation of the article’s premise and/or arguments but overlooks some points. Additionally, conceptualization of the theoretical orientation to be used by the student is generally clear and grounded.

44 to >0 pts

Developing

Student’s opinion of the article is stated, along with critical evaluation of the article’s premise and/or argument, but some significant points are overlooked. Additionally, conceptualization of the theoretical orientation to be used by the student is vague with little grounding.

0 pts

Not Present

54 pts

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Criteria Ratings Points

Structure 22 to >19 pts

Advanced

No grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly and consistently. Writing is precise. Word choice is appropriate. Student has proper page count. Twelve to fourteen pages (or more if page count waived by instructor) not including title page, abstract, or reference section.

19 to >17 pts

Proficient

Few grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly. Writing style is sufficient. Word choice is adequate. Student has 70% of the proper page count of twelve pages not including title page, abstract, or reference section.

17 to >0 pts

Developing

Several grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used inconsistently. Writing style is understandable but could be improved. Word choice is generally good. Student has less than 70% of the proper page count of twelve pages not including title page, abstract, or reference section.

0 pts

Not Present

22 pts

Structure 22 to >19 pts

Advanced

Citations and format are in current APA style. Cover page, abstract, main body, and reference section are correctly formatted. Paper is double spaced with 1 to inch margins and written in 12-point Times New Roman font.

19 to >17 pts

Proficient

Citations and format are in current APA style with few errors Cover page, abstract, main body, and reference section are present with few errors. Paper is double spaced with 1 to inch margins and written in 12-point Times New Roman font.

17 to >0 pts

Developing

Citations and format are in current APA style though several errors are present. Cover page, abstract, main body, and reference section are included though several errors are present. Paper is double spaced, but margins or fonts are incorrect.

0 pts

Not Present

22 pts

Conflict Resolution: Part 2 – Literature and Conceptualization Grading Rubric | CJUS830_B02_202340

Criteria Ratings Points

Structure 22 to >19 pts

Advanced

Academic primary and .gov (when necessary) are used well and include a minimum of 20 citations as listed below. Research may incorporate multiple viewpoints of complex issues. A complete and accurate reference section is provided. Arguments are correctly supported with research.

Standard: • A minimum of 20 citations: 12 recent (past 10 years unless waived by professor), relevant, academic (peer reviewed) journals preferred. However, professional journals (no more than 50%) and .gov references may be used for this requirement. Students may use additional sources to support their claims and may use non to academic sources as long as the minimum requirements above are met. Grade the best 20 citations.

19 to >17 pts

Proficient

Research is aware of multiple viewpoints of complex issues. Academic primary and .gov (when necessary) are used well and include a minimum of 70% of the required 20 citations as listed below. Research is aware of multiple viewpoints of complex issues. A complete and accurate reference section is provided. Arguments are correctly supported with research.

Standard: • A minimum of 20 citations: 12 recent (past 10 years unless waived by professor), relevant, academic (peer reviewed) journals preferred. However, professional journals (no more than 50%) and .gov references may be used for this requirement. Students may use additional sources to support their claims and may use non to academic sources as long as the minimum requirements above are met. Grade the best 20 citations.

17 to >0 pts

Developing

1 to 18 Points: Less than 70% of the Academic sources required 20 citations as listed below are used. Reliance on popular sources is evident. Arguments incorporate limited research but often include personal opinion without appropriate support. Sources are, at times, not used appropriately. Research is not aware of multiple viewpoints of complex issues. An incomplete or inaccurate reference section is provided.

Standard: • A minimum of 20 citations: 12 recent (past 10 years unless waived by professor), relevant, academic (peer reviewed) journals preferred. However, professional journals (no more than 50%) and .gov references may be used for this requirement. Students may use additional sources to support their claims and may use non to academic sources as long as the minimum requirements above are met. Grade the best 20 citations.

0 pts

Not Present

22 pts

Total Points: 220

Conflict Resolution: Part 2 – Literature and Conceptualization Grading Rubric | CJUS830_B02_202340