This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDescribes the Unique Resource Allocation Needs of Each Environment, Including a Plan to Solve a Problem, the Consequences of the Solution, and Rationale for Choosing the Solution

3 ptsDistinguishedThoroughly describes the unique resource allocation needs of each environment including a logical, consistent plan to solve a problem, the consequences of the solution, and comprehensive rationale for choosing the solution.2.64 ptsProficientDescribes the unique resource allocation needs of each environment including a mostly logical, consistent plan to solve a problem, the consequences of the solution, and rationale for choosing the solution. Minor details are missing.

2.28 ptsBasicPartially describes the unique resource allocation needs of each environment including a somewhat logical, consistent plan to solve a problem, the consequences of the solution, and limited rationale for choosing the solution. Relevant details are missing.1.92 ptsBelow ExpectationsAttempts to describe the unique resource allocation needs of each environment; however, does not include a logical, consistent plan to solve a problem, the consequences of the solution, and/or rationale for choosing the solution, and significant details are missing.0 ptsNon-PerformanceThe description of the unique resource allocation needs of each environment, including a plan to solve a problem, the consequences of the solution, and rationale for choosing the solution is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDescribes the Challenges of Designing for Each Environment

2 ptsDistinguishedComprehensively describes the challenges of designing for each environment.1.76 ptsProficientDescribes the challenges of designing for each environment. Minor details are missing.

1.52 ptsBasicPartially describes the challenges of designing for each environment. Relevant details are missing.1.28 ptsBelow ExpectationsAttempts to describe the challenges of designing for each environment; however, significant details are missing.0 ptsNon-PerformanceThe description of the challenges of designing for each environment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

2 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProvides Examples of Usage Scenarios Where Each Environment Would be Most Advantageous

2 ptsDistinguishedProvides clear, comprehensive examples of usage scenarios where each environment would be most advantageous.1.76 ptsProficientProvides examples of usage scenarios where each environment would be most advantageous. Minor details are missing or slightly unclear.

1.52 ptsBasicProvides limited examples of usage scenarios where each environment would be most advantageous. Relevant details are missing and/or unclear.1.28 ptsBelow ExpectationsAttempts to provide examples of usage scenarios where each environment would be most advantageous; however, significant details are missing and unclear.0 ptsNon-PerformanceThe examples of usage scenarios where each environment would be most advantageous are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.

2 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics

0.75 ptsDistinguishedDisplays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors and is very easy to understand.0.66 ptsProficientDisplays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors and is mostly easy to understand.

0.57 ptsBasicDisplays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors which may slightly distract the reader.0.48 ptsBelow ExpectationsFails to display basic comprehension of syntax or mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains major errors which distract the reader.0 ptsNon-PerformanceThe assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

0.75 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Communication: Page Requirement

0.75 ptsDistinguishedThe length of the paper is equivalent to the required number of correctly formatted pages.0.66 ptsProficientThe length of the paper is nearly equivalent to the required number of correctly formatted pages.

0.57 ptsBasicThe length of the paper is equivalent to at least three quarters of the required number of correctly formatted pages.0.48 ptsBelow ExpectationsThe length of the paper is equivalent to at least one half of the required number of correctly formatted pages.0 ptsNon-PerformanceThe assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

0.75 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Communication: Resource Requirement

0.75 ptsDistinguishedUses more than the required number of scholarly sources, providing compelling evidence to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.0.66 ptsProficientUses the required number of scholarly sources to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.

0.57 ptsBasicUses less than the required number of sources to support ideas. Some sources may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are used within the body of the assignment. Citations may not be formatted correctly.0.48 ptsBelow ExpectationsUses an inadequate number of sources that provide little or no support for ideas. Sources used may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are not used within the body of the assignment. Citations are not formatted correctly.0 ptsNon-PerformanceThe assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

0.75 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Communication: APA Formatting

0.75 ptsDistinguishedAccurately uses APA formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.0.5625 ptsProficientExhibits APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout contains a few minor errors.

0.375 ptsBasicExhibits limited knowledge of APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout does not meet all APA requirements.0.1875 ptsBelow ExepctationsFails to exhibit basic knowledge of APA formatting. There are frequent errors, making the layout difficult to distinguish as APA.0 ptsNon-PerformanceThe assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

0.75 pts