defines problem clearly

demonstrates that the problem is important to social work

identifies 2-4 theoretical frameworks relevant to the problem, including at least one theoretical framework from the minor area

shows grasp of theories and theoretical issues

demonstrates how theoretical frameworks are relevant

demonstrates critical thinking

discussion of theoretical frameworks is thorough and succinct

reviews the important alternative interventive approaches to the problem

demonstrates critical thinking

shows grasp of interventions and interventive issues

discussion of interventions is thorough and succinct

considers content addressing oppressed populations, if appropriate

reviews the important alternative methodological approaches to the problem

demonstrates critical thinking

shows grasp of methodologies and methodological issues

discussion of methods is thorough and succinct

considers content addressing oppressed populations, if appropriate

considers implications for the next research steps

the implications are clearly supported by the paper

considers interrelatedness of practice programs and policies

considers any implications for poor, rural, and oppressed populations, especially women and African Americans

purpose of the paper is clearly defined

paper accomplishes what is promised

material is well organized in a logical manner

content is new and significant

writing is jargon-free and readable

builds on and acknowledges work of others

references are generally current and/or appropriate

references are complete, cover the most important work on the problem

references are central to the topic

writing is succinct, economical

Pass with distinction

Pass

Not Passing