Rubric

Geology 100 Research Proposal Paper

Due 06/17/04

I. Components of the Research Proposal Paper

A. Opening Statement – Clearly state the topic you propose to

research. (5 Pts)

B. Purpose of Research – Describe and explain the following:

1. Why you chose this topic.

2. What you hope to learn from your research.

(5 Pts)

C. Topic Overview - Several sentences describing your topic

1. The “what’s ”, “where’s”, materials and processes involved in your topic phenomena

(5 pts)

D. Research Plan – Write several sentences describing how

you plan on carrying out your research

Include the following:

1. What sort of specific information you are looking for

2. Where you might find needed topic information

(5 pts)

E. Total points = 20

II. What I am Looking For:

A. Completeness and Detail (concise and to the point)

B. Focused Topic (narrowed down to manageable breadth)

C. Focused Purpose – Becoming an Expert in a particular niche

D. Interesting choice of topic

E. Thoughtful organization and planning