Information Literacy Rubric Constructed by the Graduate Council
| Document Conventions | Appropriateness of Sources | Evaluating Sources* | Integrating Sources* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 (Advanced) |
Documents citations and sources in text and bibliography with no errors | All sources are relevant, credible and appropriate with an emphasis on primary sources | Demonstrates a nuanced understanding of the contemporary literature including credible critique | Exceptional synthesis of previous research integrated with original ideas and research |
| 3 (Competent) |
Documents citations and sources in text and bibliography with minimal errors | All sources are relevant, credible and appropriate but may not all be primary sources | Demonstrates a clear understanding of the materials’ criteria for inclusion: authority, timeliness, and accuracy | Synthesizes information with a clear sense of purpose |
| 2 (Emerging) |
Few errors with citation format in text and bibliography | Most of the sources are relevant, credible, and appropriate but excessive reliance on secondary sources and may lack some in-text citations | Demonstrates an adequate presentation of the information but lacking consistent evaluation | Adequately synthesizes information but conclusions or interpretations may seem obvious or disconnected |
| 1 (Beginning) |
Incorrect use of required citation format in text and bibliography
Note: Any evidence of |
Many sources are lacking and others are neither relevant nor credible | Reflects an attempt to examine the information but contains logical gaps in the evaluation | Exhibits problems in synthesizing information |