| 14 - 15 | Problem is clearly defined. Strong, central observations of issue are made. These are interpreted well, with a strong conclusion about factors maintaining "the problem." |
| 12 - 13 | Interesting observations are made, but one of the following may occur: (1) The problem is poorly defined; or (2) It's unclear what factors maintain the problem. |
| 11 & less | Paper suffers from at least two of the following: (1) The problem is poorly defined; (2) It's unclear what factors maintain the problem; (3) Observations are haphazardly made; or (4) Observations are poorly presented. |
| 5 | Paper is logical, clear and nicely written and presented. Proofing and spellchecking were done. |
| 4 | Some moderate problems with writing and proofing occur. |
| 3 | Outline is very weak or nonexistent. Significant problems with writing or proofing are present. Work may be plagiarized. |
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