Graded Assignment Research Paper Follow these requirements and recommendations when completing your draft: • Type your name and the date at the top of your document. To help your teacher know

who sent the research paper, save the file as: Forensic Science Research Paper_Final_Draft_FirstInitial_LastName.docx Example: Forensic Science Research Paper_Final_Draft_M_Smith.docx Type your project in the document you create. • The recommended length requirement for this project is 3-5 pages (approximately 900-1,500 words), double spaced, using 12-point Times New Roman font. It is acceptable to write more than this; however, not developing your ideas enough to meet the length requirement may cause you to lose points. • Use the Time Line to pace your work. Work through each lesson in the unit to be sure you have included all required elements in your paper, such as citations, Works Cited page, and so forth. • Check online for the due date of your final draft. Tum the final draft in by the due date to receive full credit on the assignment. • Your final draft will be evaluated against the Grading Rubric. Read over the rubric before you submit your final draft to your teacher. The final research paper is worth 78 points. Don't hesitate to contact your teacher if you have any questions about your research paper. Your teacher is there to help you. Total score: of 78 points (Score for Criterion 1:___ of 13 points) 1. The paper communicates a specific topic being researched. Feedback: Type your answer here. (Score for Criterion 2:____ of 13 points) 2. The topic is presented with organization and coherence. Feeback: Type your answer here. (Score for Criterion 3:___ of 13 points) 3. The paper supports the main idea and thesis. Feedback: Type your answer here. (Score for Criterion 4: _____ of 13 points) 4. The student uses an appropriate style of writing. Feedback: Type your answer here. (Score for Criterion 5: _____ of 13 points) 5. The student applies proper mechanics of writing. Feedback: Type your answer here. (Score for Criterion 6:___ of 13 points) 6. The student utilizes proper citation and sourcing.