Distinguished - Thoroughly and comprehensively applies the impact of the Functionalism, Conflict, and Interactionism theories on the selected institution. A clear focus is drawn to the similarities and differences of each theory.

Proficient - Applies the impact of the Functionalism, Conflict, and Interactionism theories on the selected institution. A focus of the similarities and differences of each theory is present.

Basic - Briefly applies the impact of the Functionalism, Conflict, and Interactionism theories on the selected institution. The similarities and differences of each theory are minimally presented.

Below Expectations - Applies the impact of two or fewer of the three sociological theories on the selected institution. The similarities and differences of each theory are lacking or irrelevant.

Non-Performance - The three theories, and the similarities and differences between each, is either non-existent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Provides exceptional examples of how each theory affects individuals within the selected institution. Examples are supported by pertinent detail.

Proficient - Provides reasonable examples of how each theory affects individuals within the selected institution.

Basic - Provides reasonable examples of how each theory affects individuals within the selected organization; However, some examples may lack sufficient detail.

Below Expectations - Provides examples of how sociological theory affects individuals within the selected organization; However, examples include insufficient detail or relevance.

Non-Performance - The examples of how each theory affects individuals within the selected organization is either non-existent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Thoroughly and comprehensively evaluates each theory in relation to advancement of social change within the selected institution.

Proficient - Thorough evaluation of each theory in relation to advancement of social change within the selected institution.

Basic - Briefly evaluates each theory in relation to advancement of social change within the selected institution.

Below Expectations - Fails to evaluate each theory in relation to advancement of social change within the selected institution.

Non-Performance - The theories in relation to advancement of social change within the selected institutions is either non-existent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Exceptionally thorough and well thought out examination of how each theory affects the societal views of the selected institution.

Proficient - Clear and concise examination of how each theory affects the societal views of the selected institution.

Basic - Minimal examination of how each theory affects the societal views of the selected institution.

Below Expectations - Lacks suitable examination of how each theory affects the societal views of the selected organization.

Non-Performance - Examination of how each theory affects the societal views of the selected institution is either non-existent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

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

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

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

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

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

Distinguished -  Employs persuasive information from credible source(s), to develop an ample analysis or synthesis of the topic. Viewpoints of experts are scrutinized thoroughly.

Proficient - Employs applicable information from credible source(s), to develop an analysis of the topic.

Basic - Identifies applicable information from credible source(s), but may neglect the application of such information toward the analysis of the topic.

Below Expectations - Displays information from external source(s), but such information may lack credibility and/or relevance.  Neglects the application of such information toward the analysis of the topic.

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

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 non-existent or lacks the components described in the 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 or syntax or mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains major errors, which distract the reader.

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

Distinguished - The paper meets the specific page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.

Proficient - The paper closely meets the page requirements predetermined in the assignment description.

Basic - The paper meets over half of the page requirement.

Below Expectations - A fraction of the page requirement is completed.

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

Distinguished - Provides ample resources and uses the correct amount of sources from the specified search agent.

Proficient - Provides the approximate number of sources, while using some of the correct search agents specified in the assignment instructions.

Basic - Provides over half of the  sources required in the assignment instructions.

Below Expectations - Barely provides adequate resources and unable to include sources from specified search agent.

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