This rubric evaluates assignments on selecting a small group to implement a portion of a health plan. It assesses components like choosing an appropriate group and explaining the rationale, identifying the section of the plan for implementation and explaining why, describing the health risk addressed and expected results, how the intervention will be implemented including strategies and resources, and estimating time for results. It also considers organization, writing mechanics, APA style, and timeliness. The assignment receives a score in various areas that are totaled for a final score out of 80 possible points.

1. Rubric
Unsatisfactory
1
Emerging
2
Proficient
3
Exemplary
4
Score
Assignment Components
Described the small group and provided a rationale for the
selection.
No group selected.
Selected a group but no rationale provided for the selection.
Selected a small group and provided vague rationale for the
selection.
Selected an appropriate, small group and provided rationale for
the selection.
[Score x 3 = 12 pts]
Identified the section
of the plan that will be implemented in the small group.
No selection of the
plan identified for implementation.
Identified the section
of the plan that will be implemented in the small group.
Included no rationale for the selection.
Identified the section
of the plan that is appropriate for implementation in the small
group. Included vague rationale for

2. the selection.
Identified the section
of the plan that is appropriate for implementation in the small
group. Included clear and appropriate rationale for the
selection.
[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
Described the health
risk that can be tackled by implementing the selected
intervention.
No description
included.
Unclear description
included.
Clear description
included.
Clear description
included along with appropriate rationale.
[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
Described expected
results.
No description
included.
Unclear description
included.
Clear description
included.
Clear description
included along with appropriate rationale.
[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
Described how the
intervention might be implemented in practice, including
specific strategies, and listing resources needed.
No description
included.
Unclear description
included.

3. Clear description
included and listed resources needed.
Clear description
included along with specific strategies, and listed resources
needed.
[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
NOTE: If a component is absent, student receives a zero for that
component.
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Estimated the time
needed for results to be seen.
No estimate provided.
Provided an estimate
but with no rationale.
Provided an estimate
but with vague rationale.
Provided an estimate
but with clear rationale.
[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
Participated in proposed implementation discussion.
Did not participate in implementation discussion.
Participated in implementation discussion with very little input.
Participated in implementation discussion.
Participated in the implementation discussion with a clear
proposal.
[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
Written Components

4. Organization
Introduction Thesis Transitions Conclusion
Introduction is limited
or missing entirely.
The paper lacks a thesis statement.
Transitions are infrequent, illogical, or missing entirely.
Conclusion is limited or missing entirely.
Introduction is
present but incomplete or underdeveloped.
The paper is loosely organized around a thesis that may have to
be inferred.
Transitions are sporadic.
Conclusion is present, but incomplete or underdeveloped.
Introduction has a
clear opening, provides background information, and states the
topic.
The paper is organized around an arguable, clearly stated thesis
statement.
Transitions are appropriate and help the flow of ideas.
Conclusion summarizes main argument and has a clear ending.
Introduction catches
the reader’s attention, provides compelling and appropriate
background info, and clearly states the topic.
The paper is well organized around an arguable, focused thesis.
Thoughtful transitions clearly show how ideas relate.

5. Conclusion leaves the reader with a sense of closure and
provides concluding insights.
[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
Usage and
Mechanics Grammar Spelling
Sentence structure
Writing contains
numerous errors in spelling, grammar, and/or sentence structure
that severely interferes with readability and comprehension.
Errors in spelling and
grammar exist that somewhat interfere with readability and/or
comprehension.
Writing follows
conventions of spelling and grammar throughout. Errors are
infrequent and do not interfere with readability or
comprehension.
The paper is basically
error free in terms of mechanics. Grammar and mechanics help
establish a clear idea and aid the reader in following the
writer’s logic.
[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
APA Elements
Attribution
Paraphrasing
No attempt at APA
format.
APA format is
attempted to paraphrase, quote,
Using APA format,
accurately paraphrased, quoted,
Using APA format,
accurately paraphrased, quoted,
[Score x 1 = 4 pts]
Quotations

6. and cite, but errors
are significant.
and cited in many
spots throughout when appropriate or called for. Errors present
are somewhat minor.
and cited throughout
the presentation when appropriate or called for. Only a few
minor errors present.
Subtotal
Timeliness
Late Work Penalty:
Total Score
/ 80
Running head

7. Phase 8
Student Name
Date
Introduction to Phase 8
What small group have you selected? What made you select
this particular group?
What portion of the plan would you like to implement in the
small group?

8. What health risk do you expect to tackle by implementing this
intervention?
What results do you expect?
How do you plan to implement this intervention? Do you have
any specific strategy in mind? What resources will you need?
How long do you think it will take for the results to be seen?
References