PSY600.W6A1.09.2014

Description:


Total Possible Score: 27.00

Introduction Analyzes the Article and Identifies the Professional Area of Psychology it Represents

Total: 1.25

Distinguished - The introduction clearly and comprehensively analyzes the article and identifies the professional area of psychology it represents.

Proficient - The introduction analyzes the article and identifies the professional area of psychology it represents. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - The introduction partially analyzes the article and identifies the professional area of psychology it represents. Relevant details are missing and/or unclear.

Below Expectations - The introduction attempts to analyze the article and identifies the professional area of psychology it represents; however, significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance - The analysis is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Introduction Assesses the Roles of Psychology Professionals Within the Area Presented and Describes Whether or Not the Article Clearly and Correctly Represents These Roles

Total: 1.25

Distinguished - The introduction provides a thorough assessment of the roles of psychology professionals within the area presented and describes whether or not the article clearly and correctly represents these roles.

Proficient - The introduction assesses the roles of psychology professionals within the area presented and describes whether or not the article clearly and correctly represents these roles. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - The introduction provides a minimal assessment of the roles of psychology professionals within the area presented and whether or not the article clearly and correctly represents these roles.Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - The introduction attempts to provide an assessment of the roles of psychology professionals within the area presented and whether or not the article clearly and correctly represents these roles; however, significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance -The assessment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Evaluates the Theoretical Perspective On Which the Study is Based

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively evaluates the theoretical perspective on which the study is based.

Proficient - Evaluates the theoretical perspective on which the study is based. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - Minimally evaluates the theoretical perspective on which the study is based. Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to evaluate the theoretical perspective on which the study is based; however, significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance - The evaluation of the theoretical perspective on which the study is based is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Details the Hypotheses Presented in the Study or the Relationship of Interest

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively details the hypotheses or the relationship of interest as presented in the study.

Proficient - Details the hypotheses or the relationship of interest as presented in the study. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - Minimally details the hypotheses or the relationship of interest as presented in the study. Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to detail the hypotheses or the relationship of interest as presented in the study; however, significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance -The article review does not detail the hypotheses or the relationship of interest as presented in the study or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Describes the Sample(s) Presented in the Study

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Thoroughly and clearly describes the sample(s) presented in the study.

Proficient - Describes the sample(s) presented in the study. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - Minimally describes the sample(s) presented in the study. Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to describe the sample(s) presented in the study; however, significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance -The description of the sample(s) presented in the study is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Discusses Where the Study Was Conducted

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Thoroughly and clearly discusses where the study was conducted.

Proficient - Discusses where the study was conducted. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - Minimally discusses where the study was conducted.Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to discuss where the study was conducted. Significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance - The discussion of where the study was conducted is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Examines the Ethical Concerns in the Study

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Thoroughly and clearly examines the ethical concerns in the study.

Proficient -Examines the ethical concerns in the study. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - Minimally examines the ethical concerns in the study. Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to examine the ethical concerns in the study. Significant details are missing and/or unclear

Non-Performance - The examination of the ethical concerns in the study is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Summarizes the Results of the Study Including Specific Findings and a Determination of Whether or Not the Hypotheses Were Supported

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Comprehensively and clearly summarizes the results of the study including specific findings and a determination of whether or not the hypotheses were supported.

Proficient - Summarizes the results of the study including specific findings and a determination of whether or not the hypotheses were supported. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - Partially summarizes the results of the study including specific findings and a determination of whether or not the hypotheses were supported. Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to summarize the results of the study including specific findings and a determination of whether or not the hypotheses were supported; however, significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance - The summary of the results of the study is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Analyzes the Strengths and Weaknesses of the Study

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Clearly and thoroughly analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the study.

Proficient - Analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the study. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - Partially analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the study. Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the study; however, significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance - The analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the study is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Evaluates Possible Contemporary Applications of the Results Within the Article

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively evaluates possible contemporary applications of the results within the article.

Proficient - Evaluates possible contemporary applications of the results within the article. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - Minimally evaluates possible contemporary applications of the results within the article. Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to evaluate possible contemporary applications of the results within the article; significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance - The evaluation of possible contemporary applications is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Creates a Conclusion That Includes a Synopsis of Professional Insights About the Study

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Creates a clear and comprehensive conclusion that includes a synopsis of professional insights about the study.

Proficient - Creates a conclusion that includes a synopsis of professional insights about the study. Minor details are missing or unclear.

Basic - Creates a conclusion that includes a minimal synopsis of professional insights about the study. Relevant details are missing or unclear.

Below Expectations - Creates a conclusion that attempts to include a synopsis of professional insights about the study; significant details are missing and/or unclear.

Non-Performance - The conclusion is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively explains the issue to be considered, delivering all relevant information necessary for a full understanding.

Proficient - Clearly explains the issue to be considered, delivering enough relevant information for an adequate understanding.

Basic - Briefly explains the issue to be considered, delivering minimal information for a basic understanding.

Below Expectations - Briefly explains the issue to be considered, but may not deliver additional information necessary for a basic understanding.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions. 


Written Communication: Content Development

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Uses appropriate, pertinent, and persuasive content to discover and develop sophisticated ideas within the context of the discipline, shaping the work as a whole.

Proficient - Uses appropriate and pertinent content to discover ideas within the context of the discipline, shaping the work as a whole.

Basic - Uses appropriate and pertinent content but does not apply it toward discovering or developing ideas. Overall, content assists in shaping the written work.

Below Expectations - Uses content, though it may be unrelated or inappropriate to the topic. Content does not contribute toward the development of the written work and may distract the reader from its purpose.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.


Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics

Total: 0.75

Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors and is very easy to understand.

Proficient - Displays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors and is mostly easy to understand.

Basic - Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors which may slightly distract the reader.

Below Expectations - Fails to display basic comprehension of syntax or mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains major errors which distract the reader.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.


Written Communication: APA Formatting

Total: 0.75

Distinguished - Accurately uses APA formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.

Proficient - Exhibits APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout contains a few minor errors. 

Basic - Exhibits limited knowledge of APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout does not meet all APA requirements. 

Below Expectations - Fails to exhibit basic knowledge of APA formatting. There are frequent errors, making the layout difficult to distinguish as APA.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.


Written Communication: Page Requirement

Total: 0.50

Distinguished - The length of the paper is equivalent to the required number of correctly formatted pages. 

Proficient - The length of the paper is nearly equivalent to the required number of correctly formatted pages. 

Basic - The length of the paper is equivalent to at least three quarters of the required number of correctly formatted pages.

Below Expectations - The length of the paper is equivalent to at least one half of the required number of correctly formatted pages.   

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.


Written Communication: Resource Requirement

Total: 0.50

Distinguished - Uses more than the required number of scholarly sources, providing compelling evidence to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.

Proficient - Uses the required number of scholarly sources to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.

Basic - Uses less than the required number of sources to support ideas. Some sources may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are used within the body of the assignment. Citations may not be formatted correctly.

Below Expectations - Uses an inadequate number of sources that provide little or no support for ideas. Sources used may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are not used within the body of the assignment. Citations are not formatted correctly.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.