Public Policy Paper Grading Rubric
Problem
Poor (D-E)
(The problem statement contains many errors of assertion and/or has been omitted altogether. The solution has been defined in the problem.
Fair (C)
(The problem statement is adequate.
Good (B-A)
( The problem is defined in a way that is easily evaluated and can be quantified.
Assemble the Evidence
Poor discussion of laws and public policy issues relevant to the topic. No evidence is given or the evidence is incorrect or unrelated to the assertion.
Adequate discussion of laws and public policy issues relevant to the topic. An answer at this level provides few arguments, but the ones that are presented are reasonable. There is evidence offered for each thought, although the paper may be overlooking some of the more minor supporting assertions.
Excellent discussion of laws and public policy issues relevant to the topic. An answer at this level provides clear statements of the thoughts being asserted in a logical order that builds to the final conclusion. Each thought is accompanied by sufficient reasonable evidence to support it.
Construct the Alternatives
No attempt or a weak attempt is made to introduce or refute counterarguments.
Several of the more obvious counterarguments are raised and refuted.
Each thought also considers and counters reasonable arguments against it.
Technical Style
The order of presentation is confusing, and is not logical or convincing. Lots of Grammar and punctuation problems.
The order of presentation is adequate. Transitions between thoughts are adequate. Minor amount of grammar and punctuation errors.
The thoughts proposed in the policy analysis are clear, stand together and are internally consistent with one another. Adequate number of citations from peer reviewed and or other respected sources. Correct citation style.