Reader’s Scoring Rubric

Reader’s Scoring Rubric (on Reviewr; posted here for reference)
ABSTRACT:​ A concise statement of the problem, approach, key results, and conclusion  
INTRODUCTION​: Clear statement of rationale (reason) for the project; clear statement of the problem to be addressed; sufficient explanation of background concepts; reflects accepted practices in the STEM discipline; uses a variety of strong valid references 
METHODS/MATERIALS​: Clear explanation of procedures which includes materials and equipment used; includes safety precautions which are consistent with risk analysis; appropriate use of materials, equipment, and technology; the design is consistent with STEM discipline
RESULTS​:  Contains sufficient trials, design iterations, or proofs; collected over an appropriate time period; appropriate data tables, graphs, or other visual presentations; appropriate statistical and/or other mathematical methods; addresses unexpected events or data; verbally summarizes key findings  
DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION​: Relates major findings to problem investigated; uses STEM literature to explain findings; articulates strengths, weaknesses, and improvements needed; describes applications of research and potential future projects 
GENERAL ASSESSMENT OF PAPER: ​Consistent with reporting procedures in the STEM discipline; components are clearly and succinctly written; correct spelling and punctuation; references from reliable publications – scholarly and peer-reviewed; follows the required style manual for citations and references
OVERALL EVALUATION OF PAPER
Good (Invited to present.)-points value 3
Fair (Invited to present, if space.)-points value 2
Poor (Not invited to present.)-points value 1
Constructive comment(s):
Note: If your paper did not make presentation status then please make those changes and resubmit next cycle for consideration. We hope this has been a positive learning experience