Module 3: Selecting a Topic and Designing a Clinical Question using PICOT Taxonomy Instructions:   Create an essay of a minimum of five pages explaining the PICOT format and what is the importance of following the PICOT format when formulating

This criterion is linked to a
Learning OutcomeContent

Mastery of the Information

30 to
>27.0 ptsExcellentThe essay content
properly aligns with the information requested and reflects student exemplary
mastery of the content by showing complete information, details, and
examples.

27 to >24.0 ptsGoodThe essay content aligns with the information requested
and shows good mastery of the content. Provides sufficient information,
however missed opportunities to demonstrate supporting details and/or
examples.

24 to >21.0 ptsFairThe essay content aligns with the information requested
and shows fair mastery of the content. Provides sufficient information, but
lacks supporting details and/or examples.

21 to >18.0 ptsPoorThe essay content does not align with the information
requested. Does not demonstrate mastery of the concepts.

18 to
>0 ptsUnacceptableThe assignment did not
reflect the requested outcomes, was off-topic, and/or the assignment was not
submitted.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a
Learning OutcomeOrganization

Structure of the Essay

20 to
>18.0 ptsExcellentThe essay has a clear
format, an introduction, a body with clear transitions between evidence and
supporting arguments, and a conclusion. The information is presented in an
orderly manner. All elements facilitate the flow of the information in the
document.

18 to >16.0 ptsGoodThe essay has a clear format, an introduction, a body
with evidence, supporting arguments, and a conclusion. All elements
facilitate the flow of the information in the document, but the essay may
miss transitions between sections or have other small organization issues.

16 to >14.0 ptsFairThe essay structure is problematic, lacks logical flow,
and has at least one of these issues: The essay does not have a clear
introduction or conclusion, or the evidence and supporting arguments are not
aligned with the requested requirements.

14 to >12.0 ptsPoorThe essay does not appear to have any structure: no
introduction, progression of thought, or defined conclusion.

12 to
>0 ptsUnacceptableThe assignment did not
reflect the requested outcomes, was off-topic, and/or the assignment was not
submitted.

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a
Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking

Development of Ideas

15 to
>14.0 ptsExcellentDetails are
considered, and a point of view, thesis statement, or main idea is clear.
Next, the essay presents excellent evidence, arguments, and examples to
support the point. Finally, the student draws meaningful and high-level
insightful conclusions based on the information presented and explained.

14 to >12.0 ptsGood (12
-11 pts)Details are considered, and a point
of view, thesis statement, or main idea is clear. Next, the essay presents
sufficient evidence, arguments, or examples to support the point. Finally, it
draws appropriate conclusions based on the information presented and
explained.

12 to >11.0 ptsFairDetails are considered, and a point of view, thesis
statement, or main idea is identified. Next, the essay presents some
evidence, arguments, or examples, but some are not relevant to support the
point. Student draws fair conclusions, but not all are based on or supported
by the presented information.

11 to >9.0 ptsPoorDetails are not considered, and a point of view, thesis
statement, or main idea is exceptionally vague. The provided evidence,
arguments, or examples are disconnected or not relevant. Additionally, the
essay lacks a conclusion or repeats previous statements made.

9 to >0 ptsUnacceptableThe assignment did not reflect the requested outcomes,
was off-topic, and/or the assignment was not submitted.

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a
Learning OutcomeInformation Literacy

Quality of Resources

15 to
>14.0 ptsExcellentSupporting information
is pertinent to the topic, up to date (depending on what is acceptable in the
field), from credible and trusted sources, and the number of sources meets
the requested amount.

14 to >12.0 ptsGoodSupporting information is pertinent to the topic,
however, 1 source is not a credible and trusted source; they may or may not
be the most recent (depending on what is acceptable in the field).
Additionally, the number of sources meets the requested amount.

12 to >11.0 ptsFairSupporting information is pertinent to the topic,
however, 2 or more sources are not credible and trusted sources; they may or
may not be the most recent (depending on what is acceptable in the field).
Additionally, the number of sources meets the requested amount.

11 to >9.0 ptsPoorThe following criteria would apply, supporting
information is not pertinent to the topic, none of the sources are from
credible or trusted sources, or the number of sources requested was not met.

9 to >0 ptsUnacceptableResources did not reflect the requested outcomes, were
off-topic, and/or the assignment was not submitted.

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a
Learning OutcomeWriting

Mechanics and Grammar

10 to >9.0 ptsExcellentExcellence in grammar, spelling, and sentence structure.

9 to >8.0 ptsGoodMinimal (1 – 3) typographical, spelling, grammatical,
punctuation, or translation errors.

8 to >7.0 ptsFairMultiple (4 -7) typographical, spelling, grammatical,
punctuation, or translation errors.

7 to >5.0 ptsPoorSevere (8 – 10) typographical, spelling, grammatical,
punctuation, or translation errors.

5 to >0 ptsUnacceptableUnacceptable (11 or more) typographical, spelling,
grammatical, punctuation, or translation errors, and/or the assignment was
not submitted.

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a
Learning OutcomeFormatting and APA
Guidelines

10 to >9.0 ptsExcellentThe essay reflects excellent execution and incorporation
of APA guidelines. Correct formatting, setup, title page, perfect in-text
citations, and reference formatting.

9 to >8.0 ptsGoodThe essay offers correct formatting on the setup, and
title page, with minimal formatting or punctuation errors within the in-text
citations or references.

8 to >6.0 ptsFairThe essay offers correct formatting, setup, and title
page but has significant errors within in-text citations and references.

6 to >5.0 ptsPoorThe essay offers severe incorrect APA formatting, setup
or missing title page, and/or problematic in-text citations and references.

5 to >0 ptsUnacceptableAPA style not used and/or the assignment was not
submitted.

10 pts