Research Term Paper GEOL <\/p>\n
Goal: Develop a thorough treatment of a topic, controversy, or testable hypothesis in some way pertaining to marine geology.<\/p>\n
Your paper should be focused on synthesizing the research papers you find on your topic.<\/p>\n
A very small selection of possible topics:<\/p>\n
Marine phosphate deposits<\/p>\n
Deep ocean sediments<\/p>\n
Barrier island evolution<\/p>\n
Geologic signature of ice ages<\/p>\n
Mantle plumes<\/p>\n
Hydrothermal vents<\/p>\n
Deep ocean trenches<\/p>\n
Storm effects on coasts<\/p>\n
River delta sedimentation<\/p>\n
Coastal erosion<\/p>\n
Stable isotopes for dating rocks<\/p>\n
Format: <\/p>\n
Give a thorough treatment of the topic in no more than 15 pages, 1.5 or 2 spaced, 1 inch margins, normal-sized type (Calibri 11, Times New Roman 12, etc.). References do not count toward the page limit. Going over the page limit gets you at least 5 points off, more if very long. <\/p>\n
**Use the APA references style. Here is a helpful website: https:\/\/www.mendeley.com\/guides\/apa-citation-guide<\/p>\n
General: <\/p>\n
Literature review research skills are very important to this assignment. Peer-reviewed scientific articles should make up the bulk of your references list. Gray literature such as theses and government reports may also be included.<\/p>\n
Research Paper Rubric Name: Score: _______\/36<\/p>\n
Category<\/p>\n
Exceeds Standard (4 points)<\/p>\n
Meets Standard (3)<\/p>\n
Nearly Meets Standard (2)<\/p>\n
Does Not Meet Standard (1)<\/p>\n
No Evidence (0)<\/p>\n
Score<\/p>\n
Introduction<\/p>\n
– Is engaging, states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper.<\/p>\n
– States the main topic and previews the structure of the paper.<\/p>\n
– States main topic but does not adequately preview the structure of the paper.<\/p>\n
– Unfocused, does not relate to the topic, or main topic \/ structure are missing.<\/p>\n
Absent, no evidence<\/p>\n
Thesis Statement<\/p>\n
– Clearly and concisely states the paper\u2019s purpose in a single sentence.<\/p>\n
– States the paper\u2019s purpose in a single sentence.<\/p>\n
– States the paper\u2019s purpose, but not in a single sentence.<\/p>\n
– Incomplete and\/or unfocused.<\/p>\n
Absent, no evidence<\/p>\n
Body<\/p>\n
– Each paragraph has a topic sentence with thoughtful supporting detail sentences and effective transitions between paragraphs.<\/p>\n
– Each paragraph has a topic sentence with supporting detail sentences. Paragraph development present but not perfected.<\/p>\n
– Each paragraph lacks a topic sentence or supporting sentences, or there is more than one idea per paragraph.<\/p>\n
– Paragraphs are disorganized collections of unrelated sentences or otherwise illogical.<\/p>\n
Not applicable<\/p>\n
Organization & Structural Development<\/p>\n
– Writer demonstrates logical and subtle sequencing of ideas at very high level, leads reader effectively to the conclusion.<\/p>\n
– Logical organization, writer\u2019s thoughts and ideas are easy to follow. <\/p>\n
– Logical organization of thoughts and ideas, but not fully developed. Is slightly confusing to the reader.<\/p>\n
– No evidence of structure or organization. Paper is very confusing or scattered.<\/p>\n
Not applicable<\/p>\n
Conclusion<\/p>\n
– The conclusion is engaging & relates directly to the main content.<\/p>\n
– The conclusion restates the thesis.<\/p>\n
– The conclusion does not adequately restate the thesis.<\/p>\n
– Incomplete and\/or unfocused.<\/p>\n
Absent<\/p>\n
Mechanics<\/p>\n
– No errors in punctuation, capitalization, spelling, word use.<\/p>\n
– Few errors in punctuation, capitalization, spelling, word use.<\/p>\n
– Many errors in punctuation, capitalization, spelling, word use.<\/p>\n
– Numerous and distracting errors.<\/p>\n
Not applicable<\/p>\n
Scientific <\/p>\n
content<\/p>\n
– All statements correct, evidence of critical thinking and effective synthesis of different sources.<\/p>\n
– Strong geology focus.<\/p>\n
– All statements correct, not much evidence of critical thinking or synthesis.<\/p>\n
– Strong geology focus.<\/p>\n
– One or two incorrect statements in entire paper. <\/p>\n
– Strong geology focus. <\/p>\n
– Many factual errors present.<\/p>\n
– Paper is mostly not about geology, or geology is not the main focus.<\/p>\n
Not applicable<\/p>\n
Citations<\/p>\n
– All works that should be cited are cited.
– Correct format with no errors.<\/p>\n
– Most works that should be cited are cited.<\/p>\n
– Some inconsistencies in format.<\/p>\n
– Few citations. <\/p>\n
– Citations not done in the correct format, or many inconsistencies in format.<\/p>\n
– Absent<\/p>\n
Not applicable<\/p>\n
Bibliography<\/p>\n
– Correct format, no errors. <\/p>\n
– Includes more than 5 major references (science journal articles, books) and no more than 2 internet sites. <\/p>\n
– Correct format, few errors. <\/p>\n
– Includes 5 major references and no more than 2 internet sites. (Periodicals available online don\u2019t count as internet).<\/p>\n
– Correct format, some errors. <\/p>\n
– Includes 4 major references or 5+ with up to 3 internet sites. <\/p>\n
– Correct format, many errors. <\/p>\n
– Includes 3 major references or more than 3 internet sites. <\/p>\n
– Incorrect format.<\/p>\n
– Only internet sites, no major references.<\/p>\n
More than 15 pages long (not counting figures and references)? No Yes – 5 points.<\/p>\n
More than 15 pages long (not counting figures and references)? No Yes – 5 points.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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