Transmittal Document : Gives a broad overview of the research, highlights the findings and recommendations, and may acknowledge help from others (separate page) 25 Title page: Includes the title of the report; the name, title, and organization of the individual receiving the report; the writer’s name, title, and organization; and date submitted. 35 Introduction Includes background information to explain the issue; previews structure of report 25 Body of report Presents the findings of the research using an appropriate organizational plan with logical and parallel headings; correctly uses subtitles, side headings, and paragraph headings; uses proper APA documentation with appropriate and accurate paraphrasing and summarizing; cites at least three sources from scholarly or professional publications. 85 Conclusions Draws logical conclusions based on the research; explains your findings 40 Recommendations Applies the conclusions to the original problem or needs; develop useful, logical recommendations 40 Reference page Uses the proper APA formatting; all references cited in the text must be on this page & all references must be cited within text 50 Mechanics Uses correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar 50 TOTAL 350 .