Assignment Educational Philosophy Paper Assignment

OutcomeIntroduction / Thesis Statement (9 points)
9.0 to >8.0 pts
Advanced
A well-constructed introduction presents a clear thesis statement that conveys a personal philosophy of education and is strongly aligned with the title and body of the paper.
8.0 to >7.0 pts
Proficient
A clear thesis statement is introduced, conveys a personal philosophy of education, and aligns with the title and body of the paper.
7.0 to >1.0 pts
Developing
The thesis statement is poorly introduced, vaguely stated, or does not align with the title and/or body of the paper.
1.0 to >0 pts
Not Present
9.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePhilosophy of Education / Learning (27 points)
27.0 to >24.0 pts
Advanced
Beliefs about education and the learning process strongly align with the thesis statement, are consistent with methodology, and are conveyed in light of professional knowledge in the field with relevant and appropriate references cited.
24.0 to >22.0 pts
Proficient
Beliefs about education and the learning process loosely align with thesis statement and methodology, and are conveyed in light of professional knowledge in the field with appropriate references cited.
22.0 to >1.0 pts
Developing
Beliefs about education and the learning process do not align with thesis statement and methodology, and/or are not conveyed in light of professional knowledge in the field with appropriate references cited.
1.0 to >0 pts
Not Present
27.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Practice / Methods (27 points)
27.0 to >24.0 pts
Advanced
Thoroughly describes an exceptional professional practice, explaining the purpose/vision for why it will be implemented with relevant and appropriate references cited.
24.0 to >22.0 pts
Proficient
Describes a basic professional practice, explaining the purpose/vision for why it will be implemented with appropriate references cited.
22.0 to >1.0 pts
Developing
Professional philosophy model is vague and/or does not explain the purpose for implementation. May lack appropriate references cited.
1.0 to >0 pts
Not Present
27.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEducator-Learner Relationships (18 points)
18.0 to >16.0 pts
Advanced
Clearly outlines beliefs on effective educator-learner relationships; strongly aligned with philosophy and practice.
16.0 to >14.0 pts
Proficient
Outlines beliefs on effective teacher/learner relationships; loosely aligned with philosop¬hy and practice.
14.0 to >1.0 pts
Developing
Poor description of teacher/learner relationships and/or loosely aligned with philosophy and practice.
1.0 to >0 pts
Not Present
18.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiversity (18 points)
18.0 to >16.0 pts
Advanced
Addresses clearly and integrates effectively the consideration of diversity in the overall philosophical argument.
16.0 to >14.0 pts
Proficient
Outlines beliefs on effective educator-learner relationships; loosely aligned with philosophy and practice.
14.0 to >1.0 pts
Developing
Poor description of educator-learner relationships and/or loosely aligned with philosophy and practice.
1.0 to >0 pts
Not Present
18.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion (9 points)
9.0 to >8.0 pts
Advanced
Well-constructed conclusion that cohesively aligns with the introduction, thesis statement, title, and body of the paper.
8.0 to >7.0 pts
Proficient
Conclusion reiterates main points of the paper.
7.0 to >1.0 pts
Developing
Conclusion does not align with the introduction, thesis statement, title, and body of the paper.
1.0 to >0 pts
Not Present
9.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking (18 points)
18.0 to >16.0 pts
Advanced
All the following qualities are present: supports claims with evidence; critically evaluates claims of others; seriously considers/engages with other interpretations.
16.0 to >14.0 pts
Proficient
Most of the following qualities are present: supports claims with evidence; critically evaluates claims of others; seriously considers/engages with other interpretations.
14.0 to >1.0 pts
Developing
Few of the following qualities are present: supports claims with evidence; critically evaluates claims of others; seriously considers/engages with other interpretations.
1.0 to >0 pts
Not Present
18.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics & Composition (27 points)
27.0 to >24.0 pts
Advanced
Paper is free of errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation. Graduate-level writing style displays exceptional composition with all of the following elements: coherent, cohesive, effective sentence/paragraph structures, logical progression, and transitions. Length requirement and minimum number of references are met or exceeded.
24.0 to >22.0 pts
Proficient
Few errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation. Clear writing style displaying basic composition with most of the following elements: coherent, cohesive, effective sentence/paragraph structures, logical progression, and transitions. Length requirement and minimum number of references are met.
22.0 to >1.0 pts
Developing
Pervasive errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation. Writing includes pervasive errors in multiple categories: coherent, cohesive, effective sentence/paragraph structures, logical progression, and transitions. Length requirement and/or minimum number of references are not met.
1.0 to >0 pts
Not Present
27.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA (27 points)
27.0 to >24.0 pts
Advanced
Citations are appropriately implemented and are formatted per current APA format. All references are strong, legitimate academic sources, include course textbooks, and are correctly formatted per current APA format. Overall paper is formatted per current APA style: running head, page numbers, title page, spacing, indentations, margins, and headings.
24.0 to >22.0 pts
Proficient
Minor errors regarding appropriate implementation and/or current APA formatting of citations. Most references are from legitimate academic sources and include course textbooks; few formatting errors according to current APA format. Few errors in paper format per current APA style: running head, page numbers, title page, spacing, indentations, margins, and headings.
22.0 to >1.0 pts
Developing
Pervasive errors regarding appropriate implementation and/or current APA formatting of citations. Multiple references are from questionable sources; multiple formatting errors according to current APA format. Multiple errors in paper format per current APA style: running head, page numbers, title page, spacing, indentations, margins, and headings.
1.0 to >0 pts
Not Present
27.0 pts