Capstone Project and Portfolio Review

Introducing the idea:
Intro, Problem statement

Neither implicit nor explicit reference is made to the topic that is to be examined.

Readers are aware of the overall problem, challenge, or topic that is to be examined.

The topic is introduced, and groundwork is laid as to the direction of the paper.

Body:
Flow of the Paper

The paper appears to have no direction, with subtopics appearing disjointed.

There is a basic flow from one section to the next, but not all sections or paragraphs follow in a natural or logical order.

This paper flows clearly. Transitions tie sections together, as well as adjacent paragraphs.

Coverage of content

Major sections of pertinent content have been omitted or greatly run-on. Less than 10 sources used.

All major sections of the pertinent content are included, but not covered in as much depth, or as explicit, as expected. Minimum of 10 sources used.

The appropriate content in consideration is covered in depth without being redundant. Minimum of 10 sources used.

Clarity of writing and writing technique

It is hard to know what the writer is trying to express. Misspelled words, incorrect grammar, and improper punctuation are evident.

Writing is generally clear, but unnecessary words are occasionally used. Meaning is sometimes hidden.

Writing is crisp, clear, and succinct.

Conclusion:
A synthesis of ideas and hypothesis or research question

There is no indication the author tried to synthesize the information or make a conclusion based on the literature under review. No hypothesis or research question is provided.

The author provides concluding remarks that show an analysis and synthesis of ideas occurred. Some of the conclusions, however, were not supported in the body of the report.

The author was able to make succinct and precise conclusions based on the review. Insights into the problem are appropriate. Conclusions are strongly supported within the paper.

Citations/References: Proper APA format

Citations for statements included in the paper were not present, or references which were included were not found in the text.

Citations within the body of the paper and a corresponding reference list were presented. Some formatting problems exist, or components were missing.

References matched the citations, and all were presented in APA format.

Methodology

Student does not appear to have given an explanation of research and the specific kind of research used in the project or failed to complete this portion of the assignment.

Student does not have a full explanation of research overall and the selected method of research and why the used the method.

Student explains research, the method of research and the rationale for using this process.

Module 1:Getting Started

Module 1 Introduction and Overview

1.1 Introduction Discussion

1.2 Your Capstone Project Discussion

1.3 Time Management Discussion

1.4 Purpose Statement Construction

Module 2: Research Architecture

Module 2 Introduction and Overview

2.1 Assessing Sources Discussion

2.2 Fitting your work into an Academic Field

2.3 Peer Review Worksheet

Module 3: Where are We Now?

Module 3 Introduction and Overview

3.1 Progress Update Discussion

3.2 Peer Review

Module 4: Meeting the Capstone Requirement

Module 4 Introduction and Overview

4.1 Assessing Writing Discussion

Module 5: Writing and Editing Week

Module 5 Introduction and Overview

5.1 Capstone Project Draft

Module 6: The Learning Portfolio

Module 6 Introduction and Overview

6.1 Academic Skills Discussion

6.2 Portfolio Submission

6.3 Capstone Project Submission

Module 7: Stating New Goals and Program Review

Module 7 Introduction and Overview

7.1 Part One Goals Discussion

7.2 Part Two Program Assessment Discussion