Scientific Change & Society Final Paper Rubric
A Blue Team World Studies & English Research Module Presentation

Name:_________________________________________________

Criteria Excellent Good - Ave Needs
Improvement
Is complete with effective intro, body, & conclusion.

 

5 4 3
Establishes a strong thesis, properly located.

 

5 4 3
Effective organization & focus with transitions

 

10     9 8     7 6    5
Expresses thoughts clearly.

 

10     9 8     7 6    5
Fully & intelligently answers the essential question: How did the scientist create lasting effects for society?

 

15   14 13  12  11 10   9
Uses the answers to the sub-questions to fully develop the paper.

 

15   14 13  12  11 10   9
Uses resource material effectively: writer chooses the best material for quoting or paraphrasing and truly showing how the scientist lived, worked, and interacted with society.  Quotes & paraphrases are smoothly introduced throughout the paper with effective signal phrases.

 

10     9 8     7 6    5
Meets four paragraph, four source minimum. (At least 2 traditional print resources are required.)

 

10     9 8     7 6    5
Is in proper MLA style & format with proper documentation.

 

10     9 8     7 6    5
MUGS: Mechanics, Usage, Grammar, Spelling

 

10     9 8     7 6    5

Total:

____/100 =____/50