RESEARCH PAPER GRADING RUBRIC

POINTS
POINTS
CRITERION POSSIBL INSTRUCTOR COMMENTS
EARNED
E
Demonstrates understanding of the
theory/theories, and the development of the 20
ideas and concepts of theories.
The content stays on topic, is research based and
10
well organized.

Spelling and Grammar: Appropriate punctuation,

10
spelling and sentence structure.
At least 8 pages in length and follows APA
format: Double-spaced, 12-pt. Times new
10
Roman font with 1” margins, written in third
person.

Title page and Abstract page follow APA format 10

The paper follows APA format (header, headings

10
(if needed), margins, etc.)

APA citations are cited correctly and used

10
appropriately throughout the paper.
The Reference page adheres to APA style. Ten or
more scholarly references used. Each reference
20
cited in the body of the paper appears on the
Reference page.
TOTAL POINTS: