Introductory paragraph that orients the reader to topic Provides reader with a brief background into specific topic of the paper Provides information describing focus of paper and introduces what will be covered in the paper  Background and Significance             Provides a brief historical perspective Key concepts and terms used in the current research section defined and introduced Explains in more detail why we care  only relevant information with literature review Demonstrates an understanding of the material Current research or topic detail ·       Presented in logical order ·       Provides examples of research/topic clearly summarized with patterns or trends discussed ·       Explanation of the key findings and trends in a defined topic area ·       Demonstrates an understanding of the research and findings Conclusions  Summarizes major findings Describes what’s next, unresolved issues, or challenges Literature Cited  ·       Consistently uses APA format  ·       At least nine references, at least five of them primary scientific research (paper that actually describes specific research) ·       All material (ideas, etc.) not original with the writer are cited ·       Citations are properly cited within the body of the text ·       All citations are complete, in proper format, at the end of the paper ·       Only articles that the writer actually read and used in preparing the manuscript are cited Format and Style of paper  ·       Proper length and outline  ·       No spelling or typographical errors (-1 pt/ea after the first 5) ·       Page numbers  ·       Title page (Title should be specific, informative and concise) ·       Formatting of headings etc. consistent  ·       In writer’s own words (-1 pt for each minor occurrence. ·       Paragraphs should have a topic sentence with all sentences within the paragraph supporting the topic sentence. ·       All statements are smooth, comprehendible, and complete ·       Appropriate tense and appropriate verb noun agreement