Apply APA style to written work.
APA conventions are not applied.
APA conventions for attribution of sources, structure, formatting, etc., are applied inconsistently.
APA conventions for attribution of sources, structure, formatting, etc., are generally applied correctly in most instances. Sources are generally cited appropriately and accurately.
APA conventions for attribution of sources, structure, formatting, etc., are applied correctly and consistently throughout the paper. Sources are consistently cited appropriately and accurately.
Learning Objective PS 1.4:
Vocabulary and tone are inappropriate and
Vocabulary and tone have limited relevance to the
Vocabulary and tone are generally appropriate for
Vocabulary and tone are consistently tailored to the
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3 Exceeds Expectations
Use appropriate vocabulary and tone for the audience and purpose.
negatively impact clarity of concepts to be conveyed.
audience. the audience and support communication of key concepts.
audience and effectively and directly support communication of key concepts.
PS005: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Use critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze professional issues and inform best practice.
Learning Objective PS 5.1: Analyze assumptions and fallacies.
Analysis of assumptions is missing.
Response is weak in assessing the reasonableness of assumptions in a given argument. Response does not adequately identify and discuss the implications of fallacies or logical weaknesses in a given argument.
Response generally assesses the reasonableness of assumptions in a given argument. Response identifies and discusses the implications of fallacies and/or logical weaknesses in a given argument.
Response clearly and comprehensively assesses the reasonableness of assumptions in a given argument. Response provides a detailed and compelling analysis of implications of fallacies and logical weaknesses in a given argument.
Learning Objective PS 5.2: Generate reasonable and appropriate assumptions.
Assumptions are missing. Response does not adequately present and discuss key assumptions in an original argument.
Response presents and discusses key assumptions in an original argument.
Response justifies the reasonableness and need for assumptions in an original argument.
Learning Objective PS 5.3: Assess multiple perspectives and alternatives.
Assessment of multiple perspectives is missing.
Response does not identify nor adequately consider multiple perspectives or alternatives.
Response identifies and considers multiple perspectives and alternatives.
Response justifies selection of chosen alternative relative to others.
Learning Objective PS 5.4: Use problem-solving
Problems and solutions are not identified.
Response presents solutions, but they are ineffective in addressing
Response presents solutions that are practical and work in addressing the
Response presents compelling supporting arguments for proposed
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skills. the specific problem. specific problem. solutions.
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