Social Penetration Theory
Grading Rubric for Context Paper (100 Points)
Paper is 3-4 pages in length with 1-inch margins and is double spaced. (10 points.)
Paper explains why this context represents an important area in which to study or learn about
communication. (10 points.)
Paper cites a minimum of three sources in the text of the paper. (10 points.)
Paper includes an attached reference page in A.P.A. format. (10 points.)
Sources are highly credible (such as journals or books). 10 points.)
Paper discusses what communication scholars have learned about your topic that could be
relevant to your own experiences. (Give examples.) (10 points.)
Paper discusses what you learned about communication from your research. (10 points.)
Paper contains an introduction and conclusion. (10 points.)
Paper is free from errors. (2 points per error up to a maximum of 10 points.)
