Pathway 1 Manuscript Initial Submission Rubric

  Levels of Achievement Criteria Exceptional Proficient Basic

Abstract

5 PointsAbstract provides a clear, descriptive, and succinct overview of the manuscript. Follows APA guidelines for abstracts, including 150-250 word count standard.

3 PointsAbstract provides a clear, descriptive overview of the manuscript. Follows APA guidelines for abstracts, including 150-250 word count standard.

1 PointsAbstract is not clear. Does not follow APA guidelines for abstracts and does not follow standard word count.

Introduction

10 PointsIntroduction is clear and sets up reader for the body of the manuscript. A context for relevance is set, citing a problem or topic within the field of special education and a need for addressing it. Relevant research is cited.

8 PointsIntroduction is clear and provides a background for the body of the manuscript. A context is set with some missed connections. Relevant research is cited.

6 PointsIntroduction is not clear and does not provide a background for the body of the manuscript. A context is not set for the manuscript. Missing relevant research.

Body

15 PointsA complete, thorough, and thoughtful examination of a problem or issue in the field of special education is clearly and concisely described and discussed in the body of the manuscript. Relevant research is cited throughout with a minimum of 5 peer-reviewed journal articles cited.

10 PointsA complete and thorough examination of a problem or issue in the field of special education is clearly described in the body of the manuscript. Relevant research is cited throughout with a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed journal articles cited.

5 PointsAn incomplete examination of a problem or issue in the field of special education is described in the body of the manuscript. Relevant research is missing, with less than 3 peer-reviewed journal articles cited.

Conclusion 10 PointsA strong, cohesive, thoughtful conclusion is provided to wrap up the manuscript. The conclusion reviews highlights from the manuscript and provides a call for importance of the manuscript, including future directions, implications, or a

8 PointsA thoughtful conclusion is provided to wrap up the manuscript. The conclusion reviews some highlights from the manuscript and provides a call for importance of the manuscript.

6 PointsA conclusion is not thoughtfully provided or not provided. Missing a highlight of relevant topics from the manuscript and incomplete call for the importance of the manuscript.

  Levels of Achievement Criteria Exceptional Proficient Basic

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APA Format, Grammar, Spelling, &

Composition

10 PointsClearly organized, thorough, and free of grammatical and spelling errors. Reflects the highest level of professionalism. Utilizes APA format throughout narrative.

8 PointsOrganized, clear with minimal spelling and grammatical errors. Reflects high professionalism. Utilizes APA format with minimal errors.

6 PointsDisorganized with several grammatical and spelling errors. Does not reflect a high level of professionalism. Does not utilize APA format.