Must be in APA formatting. Minimum of two (2) references; one must be from a textbook listed in the course syllabus; one must be from a peer-reviewed journal published
within the past five (5) years (20 points)
(05%) Introduction: Thoroughly introduces the topic and tells the reader what to expect.
(15%) Application of Theory: Accuracy: Thoroughly and accurately applies theory and/or research to the topic.
(05%) Application of Theory: Focuses discussion directly on topic content.
(10%) Critical Thinking: Applies higher-level thinking skills (e.g., evaluates and analyzes) prior to making recommendaitons.
(10%) Critical Thinking: Recommendations demonstrate original think
(45%) APA:
(05%) Organization: Paper demonstrates critical thinking, use of transitions, and APA headings.
(05%) Quality of Writing: In text citations and paraphrasing are done using format required for shcolarly work.
(05%) Quality of Writing: Precision – Consistently uses terminology and writes clearly and concisely.
(05%) Quality of Writing: Consistently spells, construcs sentences, and punctuates correctly.
(05%) Quality of Writing: Reference list is constructed correctly.
(05%) Application of Theory: Consistently uses peer reviewed and/or shcolarly resources.