Intro-duction

5 Points

A sophisticated introduction sets the stage for the paper.

4 Points

A well-written introduction sets the stage for the paper.

3.5 Points

The introduction adequately sets the stage for the paper.

3 Points

The introduction does not adequately set the stage for the paper.

0-2 Points

No introduction included.

5

Explana-tion of Enterprise Architec-ture

13-15 Points

Explanation is brief but clear; is complete enough to set the stage for the paper; and demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of course concepts.

12 Points

Explanation is brief but clear; is complete enough to set the stage for the paper; and demonstrates a good understanding of course concepts.

10-11 Points

Explanation is adequately clear and sufficiently complete to set the stage for the paper, and demonstrates an adequate understanding of course concepts.

9 Points

Explanation may be only somewhat clear or complete; may or may not demonstrate an adequate understanding of course concepts.

0-8 Points

Explanation is not included or little effort is demonstrated.

15

EA Support to SDLC Phases:

The explanation of how EA enables each of the SDLC phases below, how it fits into the phase, and what unique qualities or capabilities EA contributes to each is thorough, clearly explained, uses sophisticated writing, and correctly relates EA to the phases; demonstrates a sophisticated level of understanding of course concepts, analysis, critical thinking, and synthesis.

The explanation of how EA enables each of the SDLC phases below, how it fits into the phase, and what unique qualities or capabilities EA contributes to each is complete, clearly explained, and correctly relates EA to the phases; demonstrates a high level of understanding of course concepts, analysis, critical thinking, and synthesis.

The explanation of how EA enables each of the SDLC phases below, and how it fits into the phase, and what unique qualities or capabilities EA contributes to each is presented, and correctly relates EA to the phases; demonstrates an adequate understanding of course concepts, analysis, and critical thinking.

The explanation of how EA enables each of the SDLC phases below, and how it fits into the phase, and what unique qualities or capabilities EA contributes to each may be partially complete, may be only somewhat clearly explained and/or may only somewhat correctly relate EA to the phases; and/or may not demonstrate an adequate understanding of course concepts, analysis, and critical thinking.

Explanation of how EA enables the SDLC phases is missing or shows little effort.

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External Research

9-10 Points

More than two scholarly sources other than the class resources are incorporated and used effectively, contextualized, appropriately researched and supported, and synthesized with original arguments. Sources used are credible, relevant, and timely.  Proper APA style is used for citations and references.

8 Points

More than two scholarly sources other than the class resources are incorporated and used effectively, appropriately researched and supported, and support original arguments. Sources used are credible, relevant, and timely.  Proper APA style is used for citations and references.

7 Points

Two scholarly sources other than the class resources are properly incorporated and used.  Uses APA format for references and citations.

6 Points

Two or fewer sources other than the class resources may be used; may not be scholarly sources; may not be properly incorporated or used to support arguments; may rely too heavily on the reporting of external sources, and/or are not effective or appropriate; and/or are not credible, relevant, or timely. May not use APA format.

0-5 Points

No external research is incorporated or reference listed is not cited within text.

10

Format

9-10 Points

Paper reflects effective organization and sophisticated writing; follows instructions provided; is written in third person; uses correct structure, grammar, and spelling; double- spaced and presented in a professional format using Word.

8 Points

Paper reflects effective organization; follows instructions provided; is written in third person; has few errors in sentence structure, grammar, and spelling; double-spaced, and presented in a professional format.

7 Points

Paper has some organization; may have some errors in sentence structure, grammar and spelling. Is double spaced and written in third person.

6 Points

Paper is not well organized, and/or contains several grammar and/or spelling errors; and/or is not double-spaced and written in third person.

0-5 Points

Paper is extremely poorly written, has many grammar and/or spelling errors, or does not convey the information.

10