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The student will write a minimum five-page paper on a specific game (e.g., Candy Land, Twister, Mario Kart, etc.) and the suitability of the suggested age range for that particular game. The student will analyze the type of game (e.g., video game, board game, educational game) and evaluate content, complexity, and overall appropriateness for the specific age group. The paper should discuss key factors such as cognitive development, emotional impact, and social implications when choosing games for children, adolescents, and adults. Students are expected to support their arguments with relevant research, theories on developmental psychology, and why the game is targeted at those age demographics. The paper should be well-structured, include a clear thesis, and be formatted according to APA guidelines. Please follow a professional format (double-spaced, 12-point font, 1-inch margins). A minimum of five references outside of your textbook are required. Most sources should be recent (<10 years old). |
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Rubric Name: Games & Age Level Assignment Rubric
| Criteria | Level 4 |
Criterion Score |
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Details/Developmental Theory |
30 points Main ideas are clear & are well supported by detailed & accurate information including specific details relating the chosen game & suggested playing age, to developmental theory. The student’s purpose of writing is very clear, & there is strong evidence of knowledge regarding the topic, well supported by citations as needed. |
Score of Details/Developmental Theory, / 30 |
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Organization/Flow |
30 points The paper is clearly written, professional & organized, with a nice flow to it. One paragraph builds upon the next paragraph, strengthening the essay assignment. Word choice & placement of words appears accurate, natural, & not forced. It also contains a clear introduction & conclusion. |
Score of Organization/Flow, / 30 |
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Editing |
10 points No more than two editing errors are present in the essay (e.g., spelling, punctuation). This does not include page length, margins etc. as that is usually graded as separate criteria. |
Score of Editing, / 10 |
| Criteria | Level 4 |
Criterion Score |
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References |
10 points A minimum of five references are used. Most of the sources are recent (less than 10 years old) or there is a good reason for using older references (e.g., comparing/contrasting older information with newer research). |
Score of References, / 10 |
| Criteria | Level 4 |
Criterion Score |
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Page Length |
10 points The assignment is at minimum five full pages in length (not counting cover page if there is one or the reference page). Paper follows APA guidelines (1-inch margins, 12-point font, double-spaced, etc.) |
Score of Page Length, / 10 |
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Due Date |
5 points The assignment is completed & turned in for grading on time in a format that can be accessed such as a word document or pdf file. Please do not submit a .page file, if you use a Mac, please reformat your document before you submit it. |
Score of Due Date, / 5 |
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Topic |
5 points The student has chosen a topic for the assignment which clearly identifies a chosen game & lists the suggested age requirements of that chosen game. |
Score of Topic, / 5 |
TotalScore of Games & Age Level Assignment Rubric,
/ 100
