This week, you will submit the final draft of your informative paper. This 4 paragraph paper explores a controversial topic in an informative style. This means that the writer must present
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This week, you will submit the final draft of
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This 4 paragraph paper explores a
controversial topic in an informative style. This |
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means that the writer must present an equal amount of
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of view related to the topic without providing personal
thought or opinion. Provide |
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factual information from credible sources to
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include: |
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Introduction (1 paragraph) |
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Body (2 paragraphs) Remember to use APA-style
formatted in-text |
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citations throughout your paper. |
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Conclusion (1 paragraph) |
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Reference list written in APA style format, in which you list
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4 total resources |
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Informative Paper Final |
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Criteria |
Ratings |
Pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Content/Orga nization |
30 to >26.7 ptsExceeds ExpectationsThe writer demonstrates an exemplary understanding of the
topic and the writing process. The paper is well-organized and clear, with
relevant detail. All requirements of the paper as described by the instructor
are met. 26.7 to >23.7 ptsMeets
ExpectationsThe writer demonstrates an acceptable understanding of the
topic and the writing process. The paper is mostly well-organized and clear.
All requirements of the paper as described by the instructor are met. 23.7 to >21.6 ptsApproaches
ExpectationsThe writer demonstrates a basic understanding
of the topic and the writing process. The paper may lack organization and
clarity. Most requirements of the paper as described by the instructor are
met. 21.6 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationsThe writer does not demonstrate an understanding of the topic
and the writing process. The paper lacks organization and clarity. The
requirements of the paper as described by the instructor are not met. |
30 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Style/Langua ge |
22.5 to >20.02 ptsExceeds
ExpectationsThe writer employs an appropriate writing
style that is consistent throughout. The text does not suffer from errors in
word choice. The paper includes a strong introduction and a strong
conclusion. 20.02 to >17.78 ptsMeets ExpectationsThe writer employs an appropriate writing style. The text
includes few errors in word choice. The paper
includes an introduction and a conclusion. 17.78 to >16.2 ptsApproaches ExpectationsThe text includes several errors in word choice and may lack
an introduction and/or a conclusion. 16.2 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationsThe text lacks stylistic quality. |
22.5 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Sentence Structure and Mechanics |
15 to >13.35 ptsExceeds
ExpectationsThe writer makes minimal (if any) errors in
grammar, spelling, punctuation, and/or sentence structure. 13.35 to >11.85 ptsMeets
ExpectationsThe writer makes some errors in grammar,
spelling, punctuation, and/or sentence structure. 11.85 to >10.8 ptsApproaches ExpectationsThe writer makes numerous errors in grammar, spelling,
punctuation, and/or sentence structure. 10.8 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet
ExpectationsThe writer makes significant errors in
grammar, spelling, punctuation, and/or sentence structure. |
15 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Format and Crediting Sources |
7.5 to >6.68 ptsExceeds
ExpectationsThe writer makes minimal (if any) errors in
APA style format, citations, or references. 6.68 to >5.93 ptsMeets ExpectationsThe writer makes some errors in APA style format, citations,
or references. 5.93 to >5.4 ptsApproaches ExpectationsThe writer makes numerous errors in APA style format,
citations, or references. 5.4 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet
ExpectationsThe writer makes significant errors in APA
style format, citations, or references. |
7.5 pts |
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Total Points: 75 |
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