Unit 6 Assignment Template
[Erica Chidester]
[Course and Section Number]
[Date]
[Instructor’s Name]
Adding Audio to Slides –
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Click on the “Insert” button in the top menu of this PowerPoint window.
2. Click on the dropdown arrow on the audio button and choose “Record Audio”.
3. Use the audio stop, play and record controls to record your announcement.
4. Your recorded announcement will be embedded on the slide.
5. Save the file and upload to the Dropbox once all criteria are completed.
After writing the content for each slide, add the audio explanation. Each explanation should be 2 minutes long.
Introduction
[Name of organization]
[Type of organization]
[Date and time of observation]
[Your role as observer (employee, customer, client, etc.]
Professional Appearance of Employees and Company
[Use these questions to guide your narration response:
How do the employees dress?
Is there anything about the appearance of the employees that distracts from their professionalism?
Do the employees’ appearance fit the nature of the business? Why or why not?
What does the working environment look like? (furnishings, artwork, lighting, sounds, etc.)
Do the physical surroundings fit the nature of the business? Why or why not?
How do the employees interact with each other and outside people within the workplace? (greetings, tone of conversation, non-verbal communication, etc.)
How do employees interact with each other?
Do the interactions of employees fit the nature of the business? Why or why not?]
Analysis of Company
[Discuss: What inferences can you make from your observation?] You should cover the following ideas in your explanation:
Analyze the company based on information you have learned about organizational culture in the class. Areas to include are to
categorize the type of organizational culture you feel the company follows and support this information with what you have learned about organizational culture
compare the work done at the company and the organizational culture and explain how this relates
research the mission of the company and explain if it aligns with what you have observed. Explain why or why not.
Evaluation of Your Fit
[Discuss: Based solely on what you have observed and researched about the company (not based on the field of the company), do you feel you would be a good fit for this company? Why or why not?]
NOTE: Support this information with what you have learned through your observation as well as what you have researched about the company.
References
APA formatting guidelines should apply for both the reference slide and in-text citations to support research required for the assignment.
Running head: SMITH TREATMENT PLAN
1
SMITH TREATMENT PLAN
8
Case History Treatment Plan:
Sally Smith
Student Name
School
Case History for Treatment Plan
Report Regarding Sally Smith
Name: Sally Smith
SS#: 000-00-0000
...
Unit 6 Assignment Template[Erica Chidester][Course and Se.docx
1. Unit 6 Assignment Template
[Erica Chidester]
[Course and Section Number]
[Date]
[Instructor’s Name]
Adding Audio to Slides –
NOTE: Remove this slide before uplaoding final PowerPoint to
Dropbox
Click on the “Insert” button in the top menu of this PowerPoint
window.
2. Click on the dropdown arrow on the audio button and choose
“Record Audio”.
3. Use the audio stop, play and record controls to record your
announcement.
2. 4. Your recorded announcement will be embedded on the slide.
5. Save the file and upload to the Dropbox once all criteria are
completed.
After writing the content for each slide, add the audio
explanation. Each explanation should be 2 minutes long.
Introduction
[Name of organization]
[Type of organization]
[Date and time of observation]
[Your role as observer (employee, customer, client, etc.]
Professional Appearance of Employees and Company
[Use these questions to guide your narration response:
How do the employees dress?
Is there anything about the appearance of the employees that
distracts from their professionalism?
Do the employees’ appearance fit the nature of the business?
Why or why not?
What does the working environment look like? (furnishings,
artwork, lighting, sounds, etc.)
Do the physical surroundings fit the nature of the business?
Why or why not?
How do the employees interact with each other and outside
people within the workplace? (greetings, tone of conversation,
non-verbal communication, etc.)
How do employees interact with each other?
Do the interactions of employees fit the nature of the business?
Why or why not?]
3. Analysis of Company
[Discuss: What inferences can you make from your
observation?] You should cover the following ideas in your
explanation:
Analyze the company based on information you have learned
about organizational culture in the class. Areas to include are to
categorize the type of organizational culture you feel the
company follows and support this information with what you
have learned about organizational culture
compare the work done at the company and the organizational
culture and explain how this relates
research the mission of the company and explain if it aligns
with what you have observed. Explain why or why not.
Evaluation of Your Fit
[Discuss: Based solely on what you have observed and
researched about the company (not based on the field of the
company), do you feel you would be a good fit for this
company? Why or why not?]
NOTE: Support this information with what you have learned
through your observation as well as what you have researched
about the company.
References
APA formatting guidelines should apply for both the reference
slide and in-text citations to support research required for the
assignment.
Running head: SMITH TREATMENT PLAN
4. 1
SMITH TREATMENT PLAN
8
Case History Treatment Plan:
Sally Smith
Student Name
School
Case History for Treatment Plan
Report Regarding Sally Smith
Name: Sally Smith
SS#: 000-00-0000
Age: 42 years old
Date of Examination: 9/1/2016
Examiners: Fred Looney, PhD
5. Chief Complaint: Mental functioning
Sources of Information
Clinical Interview with Sally Smith
Medical Records
Brief Mental Status Examination
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-IV (WAIS-IV)
Background Information
Ms. Smith is a 42-year-old African American female. She
currently lives with her mother. She states she has one adult son
from a prior marriage. Ms. Smith states she has a 2-year nursing
degree and was employed as a nurse until 2015. She indicates
that she does not attend church currently, but her mother attends
on a weekly basis. As a child, she attended Sunday school and
church periodically.
Ms. Smith states that she has been unable to work as a nurse
due to medical problems. She reported that for years she had
problems with high blood pressure, and, one day, she passed out
and was put on a respirator. With further questioning, she
reports that, on the day of this hospitalization, she drank an
alcoholic beverage that reportedly was laced with “some drug.”
Her medical records show a positive drug screen of
benzodiazepines. The medical records state she was “brought in
a comatose state” and was intubated.
The doctor’s records state that Ms. Smith had told him she had
been taking OxyContin for pain and had gone to lunch with
friends and had two drinks. When asked about the information
in the medical records, Ms. Smith admitted to some problematic
drinking during a one-year time frame. However, her reported
history and the medical records do not coincide. Medical
records report a diagnosis of alcohol poisoning.
Her medical history includes inflammatory bowel disease, acute
gastritis, atypical chest pain, hypertension, and a history of
alcohol abuse with elevated alcohol levels during admission.
Ms. Smith states she has a history of depression and was
admitted to a state hospital in 2016 due to suicidal ideations.
6. She states her abusive alcoholic drinking is related to her
depression. She does admit to consuming a “small” bottle of
vodka on a daily basis at the height of her drinking. She denies
any current alcohol use and is reportedly under the care of a
doctor. She states her current diagnosis is bipolar disorder. She
reports that she hears voices in her head and, at times, verbally
responds to them. Ms. Smith was not able to list the medications
she is currently on, nor are there any recent medical records as
to her current medical conditions. Most recent record is January
2016.Mental Status and Behavioral Observations
Attitude and Behavior: Ms. Smith was friendly and cooperative
throughout the interview. She appeared to respond in a genuine
manner when asked questions. At times, however, she appeared
to be confused with the information requested of her. Her
speech was slurred at times, and she had a glazed look about
her.
Appearance: Ms. Smith appeared neat but casually dressed. She
seemed to show adequate attention to her grooming needs. Ms.
Smith did appear to have a slight odor, seemingly of alcohol.
Quality of Thinking: Ms. Smith’s thinking appears pressured
and unorganized. Her reported history does not follow written
reports; however, she does not appear to understand the
inconsistencies. Her self-report appears to be what she believes
to be her honest answer.
Abstraction Skills: Ms. Smith’s abstract thinking appears very
limited; she was unable to explain how work and play are
similar or why people are put on parole.
Affect and Mood: Ms. Smith appeared docile and cooperative
throughout interview. However, the examiner continually
needed to redirect her and help keep her focused.
Orientation: Ms. Smith was oriented x’s 3.
Memory: Ms. Smith’s memory appears limited as evident in her
ability to only repeat 4 numbers forward and 3 backwards.
Attention and Concentration: Ms. Smith appeared to attend to
all tasks at hand.
7. Judgment and Insight: Ms. Smith’s judgment and insight appear
limited in her inability to follow logical order and recognize
inconsistencies.Intellectual Functioning Testing Results and
Interpretations
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-IV (WAIS-IV)
WAIS–IV Scale Score
Verbal Comprehension 67 (Extremely Low)
Perceptual Reasoning 73 (Borderline)
Working Memory 73 (Borderline)
Processing Speed 100 (Average)
Full Scale 67 (Extremely Low)
General Ability 99 (Average)
Ms. Smith is functioning in the Extremely Low range of
intellect, with her Verbal Comprehension Index score
significantly, but not rarely, lower than her Working Memory
and Processing Speed. In addition, her current functioning is
inconsistent with reported prior achievement and functioning.
Diagnostic Report and Treatment Planning
SUD Screening Results
SUD Assessment Results
Diagnostic Impressions
Diagnosis
Recommendations
BPSS Assessment
Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual Assessment
Family History – Current Family:
Family History – Family of Origin:
Vocational/Educational/Financial History:
Military History:
Legal Assessment:
8. Social/Leisure Assessment:
Spiritual/Cultural History:
Psychological Assessment:
Sexual History and Orientation:
Problem Areas:
Problem #1:
Problem #2:
Problem #3:
Problem #4:
Problem #5:
BPSS Summary
Identifying Information, Name, Marital Status, Residence,
Employment, Referral, Family Situation, Reason for entering
treatment, Alcohol/Drug History, Medical Assessment, Mental
Status, Psychological Summary, Relapse Issues, Problem Areas:
(additional?)
Treatment Plan (Problems 1-5) DO NOT COMPLETE! I WILL
TAKE CARE OF THIS SECTION
PROBLEM #1:
GOAL:
Intervention:
10. 4A
4B.
4C.
PROBLEM #5:
GOAL:
Intervention:
5A
5B.
5C.
Conclusion
References
Clinton, T., & Scalise, E. (2013). The quick-reference guide to
addictions and recovery
counseling: 40 topics, spiritual insights, and easy-to-use action
steps. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books. ISBN: 9780801072321.
Doweiko, H. E. (2015). Concepts of chemical dependency (9th
ed.). Stamford, CT: Cengage.
ISBN: 9781285148694.
Hester, R. K., & Miller, W. R. (2003). Handbook of alcoholism
treatment approaches (3rd ed.).
New York, NY: Allyn & Bacon. ISBN: 9780205360642.
Perkinson, R., Jongsma, A., & Bruce, T. J. (2014). The
addiction treatment planner (5th ed.).
Hoboken, NJ: Wiley. ISBN: 9781118414750.
11. Diagnostic Report and Treatment Planning
(with Template to add after Case History of “Sally” in blue)
Screening Results. Add your screening information, but only on
Substance Use Disorders, not on Mental Health disorders.
AssessmentResults. After adding Screening Results, place other
Substance Use Disorder Tests you would have given if this was
your case.
Diagnostic Impressions are added next in a paragraph of
cumulative analysis of all the criteria you have thus far on
Sally.
Diagnosis/Diagnoses are next listed using the DSM-5 codes and
descriptions. Match the SUD and/or Mental Health disorder
descriptions and codes as you develop the DSM-5 list. The
Doweiko textwill also assist. Only diagnose what you are
certain of. Evaluation is an ongoing process and need not be
completed from day one.
Recommendations are needed next. IncludeSpirituality/Faith in
those recommendations remembering to address Informed
Consent as needed.
BioPsychoSocialSpiritual (BPSS) assessment is placed here and
is paramount to creating a treatment plan that offers best
practice services. The BPSS and BPSS Summary
sampleoutlinesare added here.
Treatment Plans follow and are then outlined utilizing
12. Perkinson’s Goals, Objectives and Interventions.
Conclusion and a Reference list follow and are placedat the end.
*********************************Template************
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Case History for Treatment Plan
Report Regarding Sally Smith
Name: Sally Smith
SS#: 000-00-0000
Age: 42 years old
Date of Examination: 9/1/2016
Examiners: Fred Looney, PhD
Chief Complaint: Mental functioning
Sources of Information
Clinical Interview with Sally Smith
Medical Records
Brief Mental Status Examination
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-IV (WAIS-IV)
Background Information
Ms. Smith is a 42-year-old African American female. She
currently lives with her mother. She states she has one adult son
from a prior marriage. Ms. Smith states she has a 2-year nursing
degree and was employed as a nurse until 2015. She indicates
that she does not attend church currently, but her mother attends
on a weekly basis. As a child, she attended Sunday school and
church periodically.
Ms. Smith states that she has been unable to work as a nurse
due to medical problems. She reported that for years she had
problems with high blood pressure, and, one day, she passed out
13. and was put on a respirator. With further questioning, she
reports that, on the day of this hospitalization, she drank an
alcoholic beverage that reportedly was laced with “some drug.”
Her medical records show a positive drug screen of
benzodiazepines. The medical records state she was “brought in
a comatose state” and was intubated.
The doctor’s records state that Ms. Smith had told him she had
been taking OxyContin for pain and had gone to lunch with
friends and had two drinks. When asked about the information
in the medical records, Ms. Smith admitted to some problematic
drinking during a one-year time frame. However, her reported
history and the medical records do not coincide. Medical
records report a diagnosis of alcohol poisoning.
Her medical history includes inflammatory bowel disease, acute
gastritis, atypical chest pain, hypertension, and a history of
alcohol abuse with elevated alcohol levels during admission.
Ms. Smith states she has a history of depression and was
admitted to a state hospital in 2016 due to suicidal ideations.
She states her abusive alcoholic drinking is related to her
depression. She does admit to consuming a “small” bottle of
vodka on a daily basis at the height of her drinking. She denies
any current alcohol use and is reportedly under the care of a
doctor. She states her current diagnosis is bipolar disorder. She
reports that she hears voices in her head and, at times, verbally
responds to them. Ms. Smith was not able to list the medications
she is currently on, nor are there any recent medical records as
to her current medical conditions. Most recent record is January
2016.
Mental Status and Behavioral Observations
Attitude and Behavior: Ms. Smith was friendly and cooperative
throughout the interview. She appeared to respond in a genuine
manner when asked questions. At times, however, she appeared
14. to be confused with the information requested of her. Her
speech was slurred at times, and she had a glazed look about
her.
Appearance: Ms. Smith appeared neat but casually dressed. She
seemed to show adequate attention to her grooming needs. Ms.
Smith did appear to have a slight odor, seemingly of alcohol.
Quality of Thinking: Ms. Smith’s thinking appears pressured
and unorganized. Her reported history does not follow written
reports; however, she does not appear to understand the
inconsistencies. Her self-report appears to be what she believes
to be her honest answer.
Abstraction Skills: Ms. Smith’s abstract thinking appears very
limited; she was unable to explain how work and play are
similar or why people are put on parole.
Affect and Mood: Ms. Smith appeared docile and cooperative
throughout interview. However, the examiner continually
needed to redirect her and help keep her focused.
Orientation: Ms. Smith was oriented x’s 3.
Memory: Ms. Smith’s memory appears limited as evident in her
ability to only repeat 4 numbers forward and 3 backwards.
Attention and Concentration: Ms. Smith appeared to attend to
all tasks at hand.
Judgment and Insight: Ms. Smith’s judgment and insight appear
limited in her inability to follow logical order and recognize
inconsistencies.
Intellectual Functioning Testing Results and Interpretations
15. Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-IV (WAIS-IV)
WAIS–IV Scale Score
Verbal Comprehension 67 (Extremely Low)
Perceptual Reasoning 73 (Borderline)
Working Memory 73 (Borderline)
Processing Speed 100 (Average)
Full Scale 67 (Extremely Low)
General Ability 99 (Average)
Ms. Smith is functioning in the Extremely Low range of
intellect, with her Verbal Comprehension Index score
significantly, but not rarely, lower than her Working Memory
and Processing Speed. In addition, her current functioning is
inconsistent with reported prior achievement and functioning.
Diagnostic Report and Treatment Planning
SUD Screening Results
SUD Assessment Results
Diagnostic Impressions
Diagnosis
Recommendations
BPSS Assessment for “Sally” (Sample of this
portion)
Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual Assessment
Family History – Current Family:
Family History – Family of Origin:
16. Vocational/Educational/Financial History:
Military History:
Legal Assessment:
Social/Leisure Assessment:
Spiritual/Cultural History:
Psychological Assessment:
Sexual History and Orientation:
Problem Areas:
Problem #1:
Problem #2:
Problem #3:
Problem #4:
Problem #5:
BPSS Summary
Identifying Information, Name, Marital Status, Residence,
Employment, Referral, Family Situation, Reason for entering
treatment, Alcohol/Drug History, Medical Assessment, Mental
Status, Psychological Summary, Relapse Issues, Problem Areas:
(additional?)
Treatment Plan (Problems 1-5) (Sample this portion)
19. you are provided some behavioral details and
screening/assessment details, and you will diagnose and create a
treatment plan.
Read the case history provided. Complete the sections for your
additional recommendations for screening and assessment, as
well as diagnostic information and diagnosis, using proper
citations in current APA format for the sources you include.
Make sure to carefully consider what diagnoses are accurate,
not just what Ms. Smith or others have reported. Make sure to
identify how this individual meets criteria for the diagnoses you
provide. Then, using Perkinson, Jongsma, and Bruce (2014)
(make sure to identify that you are using this source for your
treatment plan)as well as other course resources, design a
treatment plan for Sally Smith taking all aspects into
consideration: her current functioning, her mental health issues,
her substance use, and her spirituality/faith. When developing
the treatment plan, consider what substances she is or has been
using, what her self-report is as compared to medical records
and reports, and the examiner’s observations. Consider the best
treatment setting and go with it, regardless of whether you think
she is likely to follow through. The goal is to think through the
information you have, the evidence at hand, and what this
individual needs.
This assignment is due by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of
Module/Week 5.
SUBS 607
Case History for Treatment Plan
Report Regarding Sally Smith
Name: Sally Smith
SS#: 000-00-0000
Age: 42 years old
Date of Examination: 9/1/2016
20. Examiners: Fred Looney, PhD
Chief Complaint: Mental functioning
Sources of Information
Clinical Interview with Sally Smith
Medical Records
Brief Mental Status Examination
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-IV (WAIS-IV)
Background Information
Ms. Smith is a 42-year-old African American female. She
currently lives with her mother. She states she has one adult son
from a prior marriage. Ms. Smith states she has a 2-year nursing
degree and was employed as a nurse until 2015. She indicates
that she does not attend church currently, but her mother attends
on a weekly basis. As a child, she attended Sunday school and
church periodically.
Ms. Smith states that she has been unable to work as a nurse
due to medical problems. She reported that for years she had
problems with high blood pressure, and, one day, she passed out
and was put on a respirator. With further questioning, she
reports that, on the day of this hospitalization, she drank an
alcoholic beverage that reportedly was laced with “some drug.”
Her medical records show a positive drug screen of
benzodiazepines. The medical records state she was “brought in
a comatose state” and was intubated.
The doctor’s records state that Ms. Smith had told him she had
been taking OxyContin for pain and had gone to lunch with
friends and had two drinks. When asked about the information
in the medical records, Ms. Smith admitted to some problematic
drinking during a one-year time frame. However, her reported
21. history and the medical records do not coincide. Medical
records report a diagnosis of alcohol poisoning.
Her medical history includes inflammatory bowel disease, acute
gastritis, atypical chest pain, hypertension, and a history of
alcohol abuse with elevated alcohol levels during admission.
Ms. Smith states she has a history of depression and was
admitted to a state hospital in 2016 due to suicidal ideations.
She states her abusive alcoholic drinking is related to her
depression. She does admit to consuming a “small” bottle of
vodka on a daily basis at the height of her drinking. She denies
any current alcohol use and is reportedly under the care of a
doctor. She states her current diagnosis is bipolar disorder. She
reports that she hears voices in her head and, at times, verbally
responds to them. Ms. Smith was not able to list the medications
she is currently on, nor are there any recent medical records as
to her current medical conditions. Most recent record is January
2016.
Mental Status and Behavioral Observations
Attitude and Behavior: Ms. Smith was friendly and cooperative
throughout the interview. She appeared to respond in a genuine
manner when asked questions. At times, however, she appeared
to be confused with the information requested of her. Her
speech was slurred at times, and she had a glazed look about
her.
Appearance: Ms. Smith appeared neat but casually dressed. She
seemed to show adequate attention to her grooming needs. Ms.
Smith did appear to have a slight odor, seemingly of alcohol.
Quality of Thinking: Ms. Smith’s thinking appears pressured
and unorganized. Her reported history does not follow written
reports; however, she does not appear to understand the
inconsistencies. Her self-report appears to be what she believes
22. to be her honest answer.
Abstraction Skills: Ms. Smith’s abstract thinking appears very
limited; she was unable to explain how work and play are
similar or why people are put on parole.
Affect and Mood: Ms. Smith appeared docile and cooperative
throughout interview. However, the examiner continually
needed to redirect her and help keep her focused.
Orientation: Ms. Smith was oriented x’s 3.
Memory: Ms. Smith’s memory appears limited as evident in her
ability to only repeat 4 numbers forward and 3 backwards.
Attention and Concentration: Ms. Smith appeared to attend to
all tasks at hand.
Judgment and Insight: Ms. Smith’s judgment and insight appear
limited in her inability to follow logical order and recognize
inconsistencies.
Intellectual Functioning Testing Results and Interpretations
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-IV (WAIS-IV)
WAIS–IV Scale Score
Verbal Comprehension 67 (Extremely Low)
Perceptual Reasoning 73 (Borderline)
Working Memory 73 (Borderline)
Processing Speed 100 (Average)
Full Scale 67 (Extremely Low)
General Ability 99 (Average)
Ms. Smith is functioning in the Extremely Low range of
intellect, with her Verbal Comprehension Index score
significantly, but not rarely, lower than her Working Memory
23. and Processing Speed. In addition, her current functioning is
inconsistent with reported prior achievement and functioning.
Screening and Assessment Results Regarding Substance Use
Start your assignment with this section. Do so in current APA
format, providing proper citations. There is no need to include
the details above this in your assignment. If you were the
person who conducted the screening and assessment, what other
measures would you use? Explain the measures you would use
and why, as well as what different scores would indicate for this
client. Consider what you have written for the
Screening/Assessment Essay. Also, consider the levels of
headings you will be using, since you are starting with this
section. The title of your paper will be your first heading.
Diagnostic Impression
In this section, you must provide the evidence for the
diagnosis/diagnoses you provide below, making sure to consider
the criteria needed for the diagnosis/diagnoses you assign.
Remember: You have access to the DSM-5 through the library
website.
Diagnoses
List the diagnosis/diagnoses here by utilizing the DSM-5. Note
that you should have enough detail in Doweiko (2015), but you
also have access to the DSM-5 through the library website.
Treatment Plan for Sally Smith
Utilizing (and properly citing/quoting) Perkinson, Jongsma, and
Bruce (2014) as well as other course resources, create your
treatment plan here. Make sure to include a conclusion at the
end of your assignment as well as references. Incorporate
24. recommendations regarding spirituality/faith in your treatment
plan.
Page 3 of 3
SUBS 607 Treatment Plan Grading Rubric 50 points total
Criteria
Levels of Achievement
Content 35
Advanced
Proficient
Developing
Not present
Analyzes the material 20
18.5 – 20 Points
The topic is clearly presented and discussed in detail.
Additional screening and assessment instruments are identified
and explained.
Diagnoses are clearly identified and are accurate. Consideration
of self-report as compared to other sources of information is
included as appropriate.
The Treatment Plan clearly addresses current functioning,
mental health, substance use, and faith/spirituality with
thorough recommendations.
The best treatment setting is clearly identified.
17-18 points
The topic is presented and discussed appropriately.
Additional screening and assessment instruments mentioned but
not clearly explained or not properly applied.
Diagnoses are included but need some further consideration.
Comparison of self-report and other sources needs further
consideration.
The treatment plan addresses most of the following: current
functioning, mental heath, substance use, faith/spirituality.
Treatment setting is identified.
1 - 16.5 points
The topic is unclear or fairly clear but discussed too broadly or
25. does not meet expectations.
Missing coverage of additional screening and assessment
instruments.
Diagnoses are included but need some further consideration.
Comparison of self-report and other sources not considered.
The treatment plan addresses some of the following: current
functioning, mental heath, substance use, faith/spirituality.
Treatment setting is missing.
0 points
Not discussed.
Synthesizes the topic into a thesis statement 5
4.5 - 5 points
The introductory paragraph contains a strong thesis statement
and provides an overview of the paper.
4 - 4.5 points
The introduction paragraph contains a thesis statement.
1 – 3.5 points
The thesis statement and overview of the paper need
improvement.
0 points
There is no thesis statement or overview of the paper.
Evaluates and concludes the information 10
9.5 - 10 points
Information is supported Relevant details are identified from
Perkinson, Jongsma, and Bruce (2014) and other course
resources.
The Conclusion section synthesizes information from the main
sections and draws conclusions
8.5 – 9 points
Sources are used correctly, but not all 3 required texts are
included. The conclusion summarizes the information presented
in the body of the paper.
1 - 8 points
Sources are used but not critically evaluated and/or only one of
3 included. The conclusion does not adequately summarize the
information presented in the body of the paper.
26. 0 points
There is no conclusion and / or no sources.
Structure 15
Advanced
Proficient
Developing
Not present
Mechanics 5
4.5 - 5 points
No grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice
and person are used correctly and consistently. Writing is
precise. Word choice is appropriate.
4 points
Few grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice
and person are used correctly. Writing style is sufficient. Word
choice is adequate.
1 – 3.5 points
Several grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present.
Voice and person are used inconsistently. Writing style is
understandable but could be improved. Word choice is generally
good.
0 points
Numerous spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors are present.
Voice and person are misused. Writing style is difficult to
understand. Word choice is poor.
APA Format Elements 5
4.5 - 5 points
Citations and format are in current APA style. Cover page and
references are correctly formatted. Paper is double-spaced with
1-inch margins and written in 12 point Times New Roman font.
4 points
Citations and format are in current APA style with few errors.
Cover page and references are present with few errors. Paper is
double-spaced with 1-inch margins and written in 12 point
Times New Roman font.
27. 1 – 3.5 points
Citations and format are in current APA style though several
errors are present. Cover page and references are included
though several errors are present. Paper is double-spaced, but
margins or fonts are incorrect.
0 points
Citations are not formatted correctly. Cover page and references
are not included or not formatted correctly. Paper is not double-
spaced, margins are incorrect, or font is incorrect.
Research Elements 5
4.5 - 5 points
Academic primary and secondary materials are used well and
include academic materials. The assignment incorporates
multiple viewpoints of complex issues. A complete and accurate
reference page is provided. Arguments are correctly supported
with citations
4 points
Academic primary and secondary materials are used and include
academic materials Arguments are supported with appropriate
citations. A complete and accurate reference page is provided.
1 – 3.5 points
Academic sources are used though non-academic sources are
also incorporated. Arguments incorporate support but often
include personal opinion without appropriate support. Sources
are, at times, not used appropriately. An incomplete or
inaccurate reference page is provided.
0 points
Appropriate sources are not used or sources are lacking entirely.
Arguments are not supported with citations. Opposing
viewpoints are dismissed or ignored. Reference page is
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