Rubric for the Introduction and Problem Definition

Rubric for Week 1

Criterion

Below expectation

Somewhat meets expectation

Meets Expectation

Exceeds Expectation

Audience 

The audience for the white paper is not identified. 

The audience for the paper is vaguely identified. 

The audience for the paper is identified. 

The way the paper is written is tailored to the audience specified. 

Introduction 

The introduction is unclear.  

The introduction is clear but lacks detail.

The audience is acknowledged and the purpose of the paper is clearly written. 

The opening sentences hooks the reader to completely read the paper. 

Problem definition 

The problem identified is not relevant to the audience identified. 

The problem needs further definition. 

The problem is well-defined. Facts and figures are used to support the definition of the problem.

A historical review of the problem as it evolved is presented. Who is affected and what is at stake is clearly explained.

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