Distinguished - Clearly and thoroughly explains the differing assumptions that led to opposing conclusions about the same data in the Regnerus case.

Proficient - Explains the differing assumptions that led to opposing conclusions about the same data in the Regnerus case. Minor details are missing or slightly unclear.

Basic - Minimally explains the differing assumptions that led to opposing conclusions about the same data in the Regnerus case. Relevant details are missing and/or unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to explain the differing assumptions that led to opposing conclusions about the same data in the Regnerus case; however, significant details are details are missing and unclear.

Non-Performance - Does not attempt to explain the differing assumptions that led to opposing conclusions about the same data in the Regnerus case.

Distinguished - Thoroughly evaluates the possibility of value-neutral research about controversial topics.

Proficient - Evaluates the possibility of value-neutral research about controversial topics. Minor details are missing.

Basic - Minimally evaluates the possibility of value-neutral research about controversial topics. Relevant details are missing.

Below Expectations - Attempts to evaluate the possibility of value-neutral research about controversial topics; however, significant details are missing.

Non-Performance - Does not attempt to evaluate the possibility of value-neutral research about controversial topics.

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.