PHI208.W1A1.02.2015

Description:


Total Possible Score: 10.00

Identifies the Topic and Provides an Introduction to the Topic

Total: 1.00

Distinguished - Clearly identifies the topic and focuses on a question that is ethically significant and concise. The introduction to the topic is representative of the limits of the topic, and the final sentence provides a brief summary of the three ethically significant issues.

Proficient - Clearly identifies the topic and focuses on a question that is ethically significant. The introduction to the topic is representative of the limits of the topic, and the final sentence provides a summary of the three ethically significant issues. Few unnecessary details are included.

Basic - Identifies the topic but does not focus on a question that is ethically significant or is too broad or too narrow. The introduction to the topic is somewhat representative of the limits of the topic. The final sentence provides a limited summary of the three ethically significant issues, and some unnecessary details are included.

Below Expectations - Identifies the topic and does not focus on a question that is ethically significant or is either too broad or too narrow. The introduction to the topic is significantly unclear, and the final sentence does not provide a summary of the three ethically significant issues. Many unnecessary details are included.

Non-Performance - The identification of the topic and introduction to the topic are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.


Explains Three Ethically Significant Issues Pertaining to the Topic in Question

Total: 3.00

Distinguished - Clearly explains three ethically significant issues pertaining to the topic. The relevance and import of each of these explanations is comprehensively addressed.

Proficient - Explains three ethically significant issues pertaining to this question. The relevance and import of at least two explanations are clearly addressed. Few details are missing.

Basic - Explains three ethically significant issues pertaining to this question. The relevance and import of at least two explanations are somewhat addressed. Some details are missing.

Below Expectations - Attempts to explain three ethically significant issues pertaining to the question; however, the relevance and import of the explanations are not addressed and many details are missing.

Non-Performance - The explanations of the three ethically significant issues pertaining to the topic in question are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.


Utilizes the Thesis Generator in the Ashford Writing Center to Construct Thesis Statement That is Placed at the Top of the Assignment

Total: 2.00

Distinguished - Utilizes the thesis generator in the Ashford Writing Center to construct a well-defined and clear thesis statement. The thesis is neither too broad nor too narrow and clearly and succinctly states the position on the issue. The thesis statement is placed at the top of the assignment.

Proficient - Utilizes the thesis generator in the Ashford Writing Center to construct a clear thesis statement. The thesis may include minor levels of ambiguity or generality but the position is still clear. The thesis statement is placed at the top of the assignment.

Basic - Utilizes the thesis generator in the Ashford Writing Center to construct a thesis statement. The thesis does not directly state the position, is vague, and/or unclear. The thesis is not placed at the top of the paper and is difficult to locate.

Below Expectations - Does not utilize the thesis generator in the Ashford Writing Center to construct a thesis statement and/or presents a statement that does not in any way indicate the position. The thesis is not placed at the top of the paper and is difficult to locate.

Non-Performance - The utilization of the Ashford Writing Center to construct a thesis statement is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.


Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics

Total: 2.00

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: 1.00

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: Word Requirement

Total: 1.00

Distinguished - The length of the paper is equivalent to the required number of words.

Proficient - The length of the paper is nearly equivalent to the required number of words.

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

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

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