Rubric for final group report/deliverables

	Insufficient	Fair	Excellent
Introducing the idea/Problem statement	Neither implicit nor explicit reference is made to the topic or purpose of the report.	Readers are aware of the overall problem, challenge, or topic of the report.	The topic is introduced very well, and groundwork is laid as to the direction of the report.
Structure	The report 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.	The report goes from general ideas to specific conclusions. Transitions tie sections together, as well as adjacent paragraphs.
Coverage	Major sections of pertinent content have been omitted or greatly run-on. The topic is of little significance to the project.	All major sections of the pertinent content are included, but not covered in as much depth, or as explicit, as expected.	The appropriate content in consideration is covered in depth without being redundant. Sources are cited when specific statements are made. Significance to the project is unquestionable.
Writing	It is hard to know what the writer is trying to express. Writing is convoluted. Misspelled words, incorrect grammar, and improper punctuation are evident.	Writing is generally clear, but unnecessary words are occasionally used. Meaning is sometimes hidden. Paragraph or sentence structure is too repetitive. Few spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors are made.	Writing is crisp, clear, and succinct. The writer incorporates the active voice when appropriate and supports ideas with examples. Almost no spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors are made.
Conclusion and reflection	There is no indication the author tried to synthesize the information or make a critical reflection based on the literature under review. No reflection on the use and suitability for the research project is given.	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. Reflection on the use for the research project is limited.	The author was able to make succinct and precise conclusions based on the research. A clear reflection on the applicability for the research project is given. Insights into the problem are appropriate.
Citations/References	Citation for the report did not follow a well-known format and was missing essential information.	Citation for the report did follow a well-known format however; a few errors in essential information were evident.	Citation for the report did follow a well-known format. Essential information was accurate and complete.

Source: Original developed by Della Curtis Office of Library Information Services Baltimore County Public Schools. Adapted by Arend Ligtenberg for the GIMA module 6 course*