Distinguished - Draws in-depth and well thought-out conclusions, and determines all possible consequences and implications. Thoroughly considers assumptions, data, evidence, and all possible contexts (i.e., cultural/social, ethical, technological). Objectively reflects upon all possible claims in an in-depth manner.

Proficient - Draws well thought-out conclusions and determines most consequences and implications. Considers, assumptions, data, evidence, and most contexts (i.e., cultural/social, ethical, technological). Objectively reflects upon most claims.

Basic - Draws conclusions and determines consequences and implications. Sufficiently considers assumptions, data, evidence, and contexts (i.e., cultural/social, ethical, technological).
Adequately reflects upon claims.

Below Expectations - Draws a few conclusions and determines consequences and/or implications. Some consideration of assumptions, data, evidence, and/or contexts (i.e., cultural/social, ethical, technological). Minimal reflection on claims.

Non-Performance - This portion of the assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Constructs and presents extremely clear, consistent, convincing, and logical recommendations which are strongly supported by credible evidence from a wide variety of relevant sources.

Proficient - Constructs and presents mostly clear, consistent, convincing, and logical recommendations, which are well-supported by credible evidence from multiple sources.

Basic - Constructs and presents recommendations which are supported by credible evidence from a sufficient number of sources.

Below Expectations - Attempts to construct a recommendation. Minimal supporting evidence is included from some sources, which are not credible.

Non-Performance - Construction and presentation of recommendations are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.

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.

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

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

Basic - Exhibits basic knowledge of APA formatting throughout the paper.  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.