CHE687 & CBE684 RESEARCH PROJECT 1
RUBRICS ASSESSMENT FINAL REPORT FOR STUDENTS
* The allowable similarity content is less than 30%. Any report having plagiarism above 30% will have to rewrite the report.
No. Criteria
1 Summary
2 Research Background
3 Problem Statement
4 Objectives
5 Scope of research
6 Grasp of Subject
Depth of Content and
7
Relevant Concepts
8 Variety of References
9 Methodology
Content
INTRODUCTION
Extensive summary which includes brief problem statement, objectives, methodology approach
and summarizes of the whole report.
Research background are clearly presented with additional information including problem
statement.
Provides research background into the topic area. Puts a research questions to solved that
clearly emerges from this background and explains the significance of this problem.
Objectives are clearly identified and related to topic.
Scope of research clearly presented and well-organized and related to topic area.
LITERATURE REVIEW
Shows evidence of wide reading and thorough grasp of the subject.
Relevant literature review and additional information are discussed in the context of the topic.
Accurate and complete explanation of key concepts and theories, drawing on relevant literature.
Applications of theory are included to illuminate issues.
Compelling evidence from professionally legitimate sources is given to support statements.
Variety source of references used and relevant to the topic.
METHODOLOGY
Includes justification for choices of procedures and materials/resources.
Description of the process, approach and materials/resources used and any problems that
needed to be overcome.
9 Methodology

Accurate description of the methods and process for analysing results.

GENERAL
All figures, graphs, charts, and equations are accurate, consistent with the text, and of good
Use of Figures, Tables or quality. They enhance understanding of the text.
10
Equations All are labeled correctly in accordance with engineering standards and are referred to in the
text.
All needed citations were included in the report.
11 Format of References References list matched all the citation in the text.
All format of references and citation are used accurately and consistently.
12 Language/Writing Style All grammar and spelling are correct.
The flow of the report is well-organized and smooth.
All the ideas are arranged logically and clearly linked to each other.
13 Structure
The reader can follow the line of reasoning and interested about what writer intends.
Correct format
14 Report Length All elements present e.g. margins, page numbering, spacing, font, etc.
Appropriate lengths corresponding to the scope of research.
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RUBRICS ASSESSMENT FOR ORAL PRESENTATION FOR

No. Criteria Content

Personal appearance is completely recognized as professional appearance appropriate for
1 Physical appearance
presentation/subject matter.
Verbal communication
2 Able to present clearly, confidently, and appropriately to level of target audience at all times.
and confident

Delivery of information / Able to deliver ideas clearly, confidently, and effectively at all times. Holds attention of entire
3
Nonverbal skills audience with the use of direct eye contact, seldom looking at notes.
Use an effectiveness of
4 Able to create clear, relevant, and effective visual aids using technology at all times.
learning/visual aid
5 Evidence of preparation Student is completely prepared and has obviously practiced.
Demonstrate/ Supports main ideas and/or key findings with substantive and compelling information. Presenter
6 Understanding of the provides an accurate and complete explanation of theories and topics, drawing upon relevant
topics literature.
Organization of
7 Student presents information in logical, interesting sequence which audience can follow.
information
8 Time management Presentation effectively in 20 minutes and well-organized to deliver all the contents.
9 Response to question Able to utilize active listening skills and respond constructively at all times.
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RUBRICS ASSESSMENT FOR STUDENT'S ATTITUDE

No. Criteria Content

1 Time management All tasks are done and meets deadline without compromising quality.
Frequently engaged in discussions and shows much effort towards going beyond the scope of
2 Cooperation
work.
3 Commitment Always follow up on new ideas and suggestions from previous meetings and reports findings.
4 Initiative Responds enthusiastically to challenges in doing works.
Independency/ Self-
5 Always shows high ability to work independently with own initiative and with little guidance.
directed

CHE687 & CBE684 RESEARCH PROJECT 1

RUBRICS ASSESSMENT FOR PROGRESS REPORT 1 AND PROGRESS REPORT 2

No. Section Content

Coherent theme : Each
1 cited study related to
research topic

Depth and breadth of

research : Variety of Extraction of data from at least 5 journals for first progress report while additional another 5
2
studies and attention to journals for second progress report. This progress report is based on request from your
detail about the topic supervisor.

Analysis : Collection of
studies analysed for
3 differences and
commonalities about the
topic