EVALUATION RUBRIC: RESEARCH STUDY TOPIC DEFENSE

Topic
Proponents 1. 2. 3.
Program Group No.
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Point System Legend: 1 – Needs Significant Improvement; 2 – Needs improvement; 3 – Acceptable; 4 – Very Good; 5 – Excellent

Please check the appropriate points based assessment criteria. 1 2 3 4 5

1. Problem Definition: States the research problem/ objectives clearly, providing motivation
for undertaking the research.
2. Problem Identification: States the relation of the problem identified aligned to the
university’s research agenda
3. Technology Gap/ Opportunity Identification: Research study to possibly fill the gap
between the existing and the desired condition
4. Solution Identification: The research study is the possible solution for the problem
identified.
5. Local relevance of the solution: Application of the study intended to help the community
and others
6. Program Significant of the Solution: Relatively based on the field of practice
7. Quality of Oral Communications: Communicates clearly and professionally. Questions
directly and succinctly.
8. Critical Thinking: Demonstrates capability for independent research in the area of study.
Preparedness in core disciplines relevant to research, and ability to complete the research.
9. Format and Organization. Document is well-organized and logical. Guides the reader
through the chain of reasoning or progression of ideas.
10. Answers to questions. Demonstrate knowledge related to topic and research agenda.
Total Score : _______
Points Equivalent : _______
Notes:
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OVERALL PERFORMANCE RATING:

________ Does not pass/ Re-defense (24 points and below)

________ For reconsideration after major revisions (25 – 33 points)
________ Pass with Minor revisions (34 – 42 points)
________ Accepted in present Form (43 points & above)

Comments:

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Panellist: ________________________________Signature: _______________________________Date:______________