FC300 Report Outline and Source Analysis Marking Criteria
Order ID 53563633773 Type Essay Writer Level Masters Style APA Sources/References 4 Perfect Number of Pages to Order 5-10 Pages Description/Paper Instructions
Band Structure 40% Source Analysis 30% Paraphrasing 30% 90% +
Number of sections is realistic for the scope of this project and very well-suited to the chosen topic.
Content of sections is outlined in detail, providing an excellent overview of the written project.
Overall structure is clear and logical: both sections and ideas within sections are organised logically and coherently.
All ideas are purposeful and clearly link to the overall project aim/thesis.
High Four academic, highly relevant sources have been identified.
Full references are provided for all four sources and are accurately formatted according to Harvard/APA style.
Full consideration of how all sources may be used in the project is outlined, demonstrating comprehension of the abstract/ summary of the source as relevant. This could be evidenced in both: the Task 2.1 and/or the ‘Structure’ section of the assessment.
Clear and strong evidence of thorough, in-depth analysis and engagement with one source (e.g. quality notes made about the source, detailed explanation of link to project aim/thesis, evaluation of source reliability).
High Paraphrasing is skillful, effective and error-free in terms of both retention of meaning and use of language.
A citation has been included for each paraphrase, which is accurately formatted according to Harvard/APA referencing style.
High Low Low Low 80% + Number of sections is realistic for the scope of this project and appropriate for the chosen topic.
Content of sections is outlined well, providing a clear overview of the written project.
Overall structure is generally clear and logical: sections are ordered logically; ideas within sections are generally well-organised.
All sections clearly further the overall project aim/thesis; ideas mostly link to the project aim/thesis
High Four appropriate, generally relevant sources have been located.
Full references are provided for all sources and are mostly accurately formatted according to Harvard/APA style (one or two minor errors may occur).
General indication of how three sources may be useful to the project has been outlined.
Consistent evidence of in-depth analysis and engagement with one source (e.g. quality notes made about the source, competent explanation of link to project aim/thesis, evaluation of source reliability).
High Paraphrasing is successful in terms of retention of meaning as well as effective use of vocabulary and grammar (may be 1 or 2 minor errors with vocabulary, grammar or punctuation).
A citation has been included for each paraphrase, which is well-formatted according to Harvard/APA referencing style (one or two minor errors may occur).
High Low Low Low 70%+
Presence of some aspects of the band below and the band above
60% + Number of sections is realistic for the scope of this project.
Content of sections is mostly outlined well, providing a general overview of the written project.
Overall structure is generally clear although some parts may need rethinking in order to ensure logical flow (eg order of sections or organisation of ideas within sections).
Sections and ideas mostly link to the overall project aim/thesis although clarity may be needed in places.
High Four sources have been located which are mostly relevant and appropriate (excluding the source chosen for in-depth analysis, one or two sources may not be wholly appropriate).
References are provided for all sources and are mostly accurately formatted according to Harvard/APA style (some minor errors may occur).
Indication of where three sources may be used in the project has been outlined but may not be wholly appropriate.
Good evidence of analysis and engagement with one source (e.g. quality notes made about the source, some explanation of link to project aim/thesis, attempted evaluation of source reliability).
High Paraphrasing is mostly successful in terms of retention of meaning.
There may be minor similarity to the original text.
Use of vocabulary and grammar is generally effective (may be some minor errors, but these do not affect comprehension).
A citation has been included for each paraphrase, although this may not be accurately formatted according to Harvard/APA referencing style.
High Low Low Low
Band Structure 40% Source Analysis 30% Paraphrasing 30% 50%+ Presence of some aspects of the band below and the band above 40% + Sections are denoted, but the number may not be realistic for the scope of this project.
Content of sections is outlined which provides a general overview of the written project, although more detail/clarity is needed.
Attempt at an overall structure, although this may be incomplete and/or illogical and difficult to follow.
Most sections and ideas generally link to the overall project aim/thesis although clearer connection may be needed in places.
High Some sources have been located although may be fewer than four and/or may not be wholly appropriate or relevant.
References have been attempted, although some information is missing and there is little adherence to Harvard/APA formatting.
Attempt to indicate how one or more sources may be useful to the project, although clarity is needed in places and some misinterpretation of source(s) is evident.
Source analysis has been attempted (e.g. quality notes made about the source, explanation of link to project aim/thesis, evaluation of source reliability)., although this has been completed to a limited extent and may demonstrate misinterpretation of source.
High Paraphrasing has been attempted but is generally unsuccessful in terms of retention of meaning and/or it is too similar to the original text.
Frequent errors occur in vocabulary and grammar usage which may affect comprehension.
Citation(s) are missing; little/no attempt to adhere to Harvard/APA referencing style.
High Low Low Low 30% + Presence of some aspects of the band below and the band above 20% + Sections not denoted/number of sections is wholly unrealistic for the scope of this project. Either no outline of section content OR attempt to note content of sections in places, but lack of detail/clarity makes outline difficult to follow.
Overall structure not indicated/ appears illogical.
Little or no attempt to link sections and ideas to other overall project aim/thesis.
High Limited/no sources have been located which are not appropriate or relevant.
Little/no attempt to provide references.
Little/no attempt to indicate how sources may be useful to the project.
Little/no evidence that source analysis has taken place.
High Paraphrasing has not been attempted OR is unsuccessful in terms of retention of meaning/is far too similar to the original text.
Errors in vocabulary and grammar usage may affect comprehension.
Citations are missing.
High Low Low Low 10%+ Presence of some aspects of the band below and the band above 0% + Outline of structure not attempted. High Analysis of source not attempted, and zero other sources identified. High Paraphrasing not attempted. High Low Low Low
Notes to Tutors:
- The descriptors are threshold descriptors for that band; that means if all points are covered in the descriptor then the student will be given 40, 50, 60 or 70 etc., depending on the band.
- Read the whole script through to get a holistic impression of the level and to decide which band you think it is in.
- On 2nd reading, decide if they are at the threshold of the band (LOW) or if they are working comfortably in the areas described – thereby moving up within the band (HIGH).
- At the HIGH end of the band, you need to decide if the student is then fulfilling everything at the next threshold level, thereby moving to the next band. Similarly, at the LOW end of the band, you would then need to decide if they are actually performing below the descriptor and where they would then be placed at the lower band descriptor.
- Final reading, check that you are happy with the decisions made- adjust if needed.
- Allocate a mark for each criterion. Final marks should be calculated by adding weighted marks for: Structure x 0.4 + Source Analysis x 0.3 + Paraphrasing x0.3
- Complete student’s feedback sheet. Tutors are encouraged to write something positive and area(s) for improvement for the student’s reference.
Example:
If you think a student work is ‘Low’ in the 60 band for content, tick the Low column on the marking sheet.
Band Paraphrasing 60% Paraphrasing is skillful, effective and error-free in terms of both retention of meaning and use of language.
A citation has been included for each paraphrase, which is accurately formatted according to Harvard/APA referencing style.
High Low
x
Repeat this for all three marking criteria. E.g. A student has the following scores:
Structure = High 60 band = 65
Source Analysis = Low 60 band = 60
Paraphrasing = Low 60 band = 60
he student’s final score = (65 x 0.4 + 60 x 0.3 + 65 x 0.3) = 26+18+18=62 Overall Final Grade = 62
Band Sub-band Mid-Mark Allocation 90 High 95 Low 90 80
High 85 Low 80 70
High 75 Low 70 60
High 65 Low 60 50
High 55 Low 50 40 High 45 Low 40 30
High 35 Low 30 Below 30 n/a 20 Not completed 0
RUBRIC
QUALITY OF RESPONSE NO RESPONSE POOR / UNSATISFACTORY SATISFACTORY GOOD EXCELLENT Content (worth a maximum of 50% of the total points) Zero points: Student failed to submit the final paper. 20 points out of 50: The essay illustrates poor understanding of the relevant material by failing to address or incorrectly addressing the relevant content; failing to identify or inaccurately explaining/defining key concepts/ideas; ignoring or incorrectly explaining key points/claims and the reasoning behind them; and/or incorrectly or inappropriately using terminology; and elements of the response are lacking. 30 points out of 50: The essay illustrates a rudimentary understanding of the relevant material by mentioning but not full explaining the relevant content; identifying some of the key concepts/ideas though failing to fully or accurately explain many of them; using terminology, though sometimes inaccurately or inappropriately; and/or incorporating some key claims/points but failing to explain the reasoning behind them or doing so inaccurately. Elements of the required response may also be lacking. 40 points out of 50: The essay illustrates solid understanding of the relevant material by correctly addressing most of the relevant content; identifying and explaining most of the key concepts/ideas; using correct terminology; explaining the reasoning behind most of the key points/claims; and/or where necessary or useful, substantiating some points with accurate examples. The answer is complete. 50 points: The essay illustrates exemplary understanding of the relevant material by thoroughly and correctly addressing the relevant content; identifying and explaining all of the key concepts/ideas; using correct terminology explaining the reasoning behind key points/claims and substantiating, as necessary/useful, points with several accurate and illuminating examples. No aspects of the required answer are missing. Use of Sources (worth a maximum of 20% of the total points). Zero points: Student failed to include citations and/or references. Or the student failed to submit a final paper. 5 out 20 points: Sources are seldom cited to support statements and/or format of citations are not recognizable as APA 6th Edition format. There are major errors in the formation of the references and citations. And/or there is a major reliance on highly questionable. The Student fails to provide an adequate synthesis of research collected for the paper. 10 out 20 points: References to scholarly sources are occasionally given; many statements seem unsubstantiated. Frequent errors in APA 6th Edition format, leaving the reader confused about the source of the information. There are significant errors of the formation in the references and citations. And/or there is a significant use of highly questionable sources. 15 out 20 points: Credible Scholarly sources are used effectively support claims and are, for the most part, clear and fairly represented. APA 6th Edition is used with only a few minor errors. There are minor errors in reference and/or citations. And/or there is some use of questionable sources. 20 points: Credible scholarly sources are used to give compelling evidence to support claims and are clearly and fairly represented. APA 6th Edition format is used accurately and consistently. The student uses above the maximum required references in the development of the assignment. Grammar (worth maximum of 20% of total points) Zero points: Student failed to submit the final paper. 5 points out of 20: The paper does not communicate ideas/points clearly due to inappropriate use of terminology and vague language; thoughts and sentences are disjointed or incomprehensible; organization lacking; and/or numerous grammatical, spelling/punctuation errors 10 points out 20: The paper is often unclear and difficult to follow due to some inappropriate terminology and/or vague language; ideas may be fragmented, wandering and/or repetitive; poor organization; and/or some grammatical, spelling, punctuation errors 15 points out of 20: The paper is mostly clear as a result of appropriate use of terminology and minimal vagueness; no tangents and no repetition; fairly good organization; almost perfect grammar, spelling, punctuation, and word usage. 20 points: The paper is clear, concise, and a pleasure to read as a result of appropriate and precise use of terminology; total coherence of thoughts and presentation and logical organization; and the essay is error free. Structure of the Paper (worth 10% of total points) Zero points: Student failed to submit the final paper. 3 points out of 10: Student needs to develop better formatting skills. The paper omits significant structural elements required for and APA 6th edition paper. Formatting of the paper has major flaws. The paper does not conform to APA 6th edition requirements whatsoever. 5 points out of 10: Appearance of final paper demonstrates the student’s limited ability to format the paper. There are significant errors in formatting and/or the total omission of major components of an APA 6th edition paper. They can include the omission of the cover page, abstract, and page numbers. Additionally the page has major formatting issues with spacing or paragraph formation. Font size might not conform to size requirements. The student also significantly writes too large or too short of and paper 7 points out of 10: Research paper presents an above-average use of formatting skills. The paper has slight errors within the paper. This can include small errors or omissions with the cover page, abstract, page number, and headers. There could be also slight formatting issues with the document spacing or the font Additionally the paper might slightly exceed or undershoot the specific number of required written pages for the assignment. 10 points: Student provides a high-caliber, formatted paper. This includes an APA 6th edition cover page, abstract, page number, headers and is double spaced in 12’ Times Roman Font. Additionally, the paper conforms to the specific number of required written pages and neither goes over or under the specified length of the paper. GET THIS PROJECT NOW BY CLICKING ON THIS LINK TO PLACE THE ORDER
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