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FRHS Scientific Paper Grading Rubric
Title Yes No N/A
1. The title is a concise summary of the scientific paper’s main focus
Abstract Yes No N/A
2. Introductory sentence states the main area of study
3. Specific question is addressed (one sentence)
4. Includes main techniques or procedures (one sentence)
5. Parameters are identified
(when and where was it conducted, if applicable;
your sample size; the specific species, proteins, genes, etc., studied)
6. Results are described (2-3 sentences)
7. Main conclusion is described in one sentence
8. Adheres to professional writing standards, with no more than 1 error
Introduction Yes No N/A
9. Correctly identifies the research question
10. Explains WHY this question is being studied (the purpose of this
scientific research)
11. Discusses how this lab relates to content covered in class. (if
applicable, identifies assumptions and/or models)
12. References 2-5 related studies that offer information on the subject
13. These references include accurate in-text citations
14.