Out of 3 marks 3 marks 2 marks 1 mark 0 marks Style and Grammar The research report is presented in a neat, clear, organized fashion that is easy to read. The research report is presented in a neat and organized fashion that is usually easy to read. The research report is presented in an organized fashion but may be hard to read at times. The research report appears sloppy and unorganized. There are serious spelling and grammatical problems.

Out of 3 marks 3 marks 2 marks 1 mark The writer's position on the chosen topic is made somewhat clear. 0 marks The writer does not clarify their position on the chosen topic. Conclusion The conclusion is strong and leaves the reader solidly understanding the writer's position on the chosen topic. The conclusion leaves the reader with a good understanding of the writer's position on the chosen topic. Out of 3 marks Evidence of Research 3 marks Three strong external sources were used. A full bibliography is included. 2 marks Three good external sources were used. A full bibliography is included. 1 mark While generally well done, there are some issues with the external sources or bibliography. 0 marks There are serious issues with the external sources or bibliography.

Out of 3 marks Body Paragraphs: Depth of Analysis 3 marks Report examines the chosen topic with significant depth. 2 marks Report examines the chosen topic with a reasonable level of depth. 1 mark Report examines the chosen topic with some depth. 0 marks Report examines the chosen topic with little to no depth. Out of 3 marks Body Paragraphs: Accuracy 3 marks Supporting points are highly accurate. 2 marks Supporting points are generally accurate. 1 mark Supporting points are somewhat accurate, but have issues. 0 marks Supporting points are highly inaccurate.

Introduction Introduction makes the writer's position on the topic very clear, and introduces at least three key supporting points. Introduction makes the writer's position on the topic somewhat clear, with some mention of key supporting points. Introduction makes the writer's position on the topic somewhat clear, but does not introduce key supporting points. Out of 3 marks 3 marks 2 marks 1 mark 0 marks Body Paragraphs: Originality The report is highly original, going well beyond the course material and adding to the source material. The report is fairly original, going beyond the course material and adding to the source material. The report is somewhat original, but sticks to closely to the course and/or source material. The report is unoriginal. It makes obvious points and/or does not go beyond the course/source material.

Due Date Wednesday, 28, (to be submitted via Blackboard) Final Mark Weight This assignment will make up 25% of your final mark Level 4 Level 3 Out of 4 marks 4 marks 3 marks Outline Outline includes the writer's topic and at least three key supporting points (along with an external source for each point). Outline includes the writer's topic and some key supporting points (along with an external source for each point).