Undergraduate
| Document Conventions | Appropriateness of Sources | Evaluating Sources* | Integrating Sources* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 (Advanced) |
Properly documents citations and sources |
All sources are relevant, credible and appropriate |
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the materials’ criteria for inclusion: authority, timeliness, and accuracy |
Synthesizes information with a clear sense of direction/purpose |
| 3 (Competent) |
Few errors with citation format | Most of the sources are relevant, credible and appropriate | Demonstrates an adequate examination of the information |
Adequately synthesizes information but conclusions or interpretations may seem obvious |
| 2 (Emerging) |
Incorrect use of required citation format | Most sources are neither relevant nor credible | Reflects an attempt to examine the information | Exhibits problems in synthesizing information |
| 1 (Beginning) |
• No citations and bibliography
• Note: Any evidence of plagiarism |
No relevant or credible sources | Reflects no effort to examine the information | Reflects no synthesis of information |
*These columns simultaneously assess critical thinking