Rubric set for Economics Research Papers
Learning Goal 1: Our graduates will be able to analyze and think critically to solve complex economic problems.
O1.1 Students will produce solutions to economic problems using appropriate quantitative and qualitative techniques.
O1.2 Students will demonstrate (in writing) knowledge associated with the appropriate fields of economics when solving economic problems.
RUBRIC for O1.1 and O1.2
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Comments / Exemplary / Competent / DevelopingAlternatives and Solutions
O1.1 / Identification and thorough analyses of full set of potential solutions / Identification and adequate analyses of most of the potential solutions / Identification of only one or a few potential solutions and inadequate analysis of same
Technical knowledge from appropriate fields
O1.2 / Identification and thorough analyses of a full set of relevant economic issues / Identification and adequate analyses of most of the relevant economic issues / Identification of only a few relevant issues, or inadequate examination of the economic issues identified
Use of quantitative analysis
O1.1 / Thorough use of appropriate quantitative analysis / Adequate use of quantitative analysis / Minimal or no use of quantitative analysis
Analysis of non-quantitative factors O1.2 / Analysis and integration of all relevant non-quantitative factors / Identification and integration of most of the relevant non-quantitative factors / Identification of some of the relevant non-quantitative factors
Learning Goal 2: Our graduates will be effective communicators.
O2.2Students will write an effective research paper.
RUBRIC for O2.2
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Comments / Exemplary / Competent / DevelopingWriting Mechanics / Prose is clear and style invites reader to finish reading. There are no typographical, spelling, grammatical, or substantive errors. / Prose contains only occasional errors of substance and few (less than one per page) careless errors that could be removed with proofreading. / Frequent errors with syntax, spelling, punctuation, and mechanics make the prose difficult to follow from sentence to sentence.
Organization and Supporting Data / Paragraphs have clear topics and are clearly and logically ordered. The work employs data in interesting ways, and demonstrates an understanding of economic theory. / Paragraphs have clear topics and transitions. Work uses data correctly and moves from point to point clearly. / Paragraphs lack clear topics and transitions or sense of organization that makes the writing task clear. Work does not correctly employ data.
Vocabulary / Vocabulary demonstrates thorough understanding and proper use of economic terminology / Vocabulary demonstrates general understanding and proper use of economic terminology / Vocabulary demonstrates inadequate detailed understanding or economic terminology is improperly used
Effectiveness / The written work effectively identifies and professionally conveys the intended message / The written work somewhat identifies and conveys most of the intended message / The written work does not effectively identify or convey the intended message