1. Grading Rubric – Research Papers Dennis Duncan University of Georgia

2. Final Paper Grading Rubric Evaluator Number: ______Paper Number: _____  Please rate the attached paper proposal using the following criteria. Circle the number that most nearly reflects your rating for each criterion listed using the following scale:  1 = Poor3 = Weak 6 = Fair 9 = Good11 = Excellent  Include comments where appropriate to assist the author with a revision of the manuscript.

3. Evaluation Categories  Introduction clear and concise  Purpose identifiable  Examines the issue from multiple viewpoints  Major beliefs are clearly presented and evidence is presented to support or refute beliefs

4. Evaluation Categories  Uses appropriate reference material in an effective manner  Writing quality (style, grammar, spelling, etc.)  Results and Conclusions