7/29/2019 Literature Review PBL Rubric

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LITERATURE REVIEW RUBRIC

Indicator Indicator Not Met Indicator Partially Met Indicator Met

Problem Statement

(0-13pts)

Neither implicit nor explicit

reference is made to the topic or

purpose of the review.

(14-17pts)

Readers are aware of the overall

problem, challenge, or topic of the

review.

(18-20pts)

The topic is introduced, and groundwork is laid as to the

direction of the review. Clear overview of paper, demonstrates

importance of topic

Coherent Theme &

Flow of Body

(0-20pts)

The summary appears to have nodirection, with subtopics

appearing disjointed.

(21-26pts)

There is a basic flow from one section tothe next, but not all sections or

paragraphs follow in a natural or logical

order.

(27-30pts)

The summary goes from general ideas to specific conclusions.Transitions tie sections together, as well as adjacent paragraphs.

Each cited study related to the topic and to other studies.

Depth & Breadth of

Research

(0-41pts)

Major sections of pertinent content

have been omitted or greatly run-

on. The topic is of little

significance.

(42-53pts)

All major sections of the pertinent

content are included, but not covered in

as much depth, or as explicit, as

expected. Significance to the topic is

evident.

(54-60pts)

The appropriate content in consideration is covered in depth

without being redundant. A collection of studies are analyzed for

differences and commonalities about the topic. An objective,

balanced view from various perspectives is offered. Sources are

cited when specific statements are made. Significance to the

topic is unquestionable.

Conclusion

(0-13pts)

There is no indication the authortried to synthesize the information

or make a conclusion based on the

literature under review.

(14-17pts)

The author provides concluding remarksthat show an analysis and synthesis of

ideas occurred. Some of the conclusions,

however, were not supported in the body

of the report.

(18-20pts)

The author was able to make succinct and precise conclusionsbased on the review. Insights into the problem are appropriate.

Conclusions are strongly supported in the body of the report.

Citations/References

(0-13pts)

Citation for the review did not

follow APA format and was

missing essential information.

Information is gathered from a

limited number of sources.

(14-17pts)

Citation for the review did follow APA

format; however; a few (2) errors in

essential information were evident.

Information is gathered from multiple

sources.

(18-20pts)

Citation for the article did follow APA format. Essential

information was accurate and complete. Information is gathered

from multiple, research-based sources.