The Earth, Mars and Venus all started out after the formation of the Solar System with similar atmospheres. Over time, they have evolved differently. Research why they are so different now​

Expert

The paper demonstrates that the author fully understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. Concepts are integrated into the writer’s own insights. The writer provides concluding remarks that show analysis and synthesis of ideas.

Proficient

The paper demonstrates that the author, for the most part, understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. Some of the conclusions, however, are not supported in the body of the paper.

Apprentice

The paper demonstrates that the author, to a certain extent, understands and has applied concepts learned in the course.

Novice

The paper does not demonstrate that the author has fully understood and applied concepts learned in the course.

Expert

The topic is focused narrowly enough for the scope of this assignment. A thesis statement provides direction for the paper, either by statement of a position or hypothesis.

Proficient

The topic is focused but lacks direction. The paper is about a specific topic but the writer has not established a position.

Apprentice

The topic is too broad for the scope of this assignment.

Novice

The topic is not clearly defined.

Expert

In-depth discussion & elaboration in all sections of the paper.

Proficient

In-depth discussion & elaboration in most sections of the paper.

Apprentice

The writer has omitted pertinent content or content runson excessively. Quotations from others outweigh the writer’s own ideas excessively.

Novice

Cursory discussion in all the sections of the paper or brief discussion in only a few sections.

Expert

Ties together information from all sources. Paper flows from one issue to the next without the need for headings. Author’s writing demonstrates an understanding of the relationship among material obtained from all sources.

Proficient

For the most part, ties together information from all sources. Paper flows with only some disjointedness. Author’s writing demonstrates an understanding of the relationship among material obtained from all sources.

Apprentice

Sometimes ties together information from all sources. Paper does not flow – disjointedness is apparent. Author’s writing does not demonstrate an understanding of the relationship among material obtained from all sources.

Novice

Does not tie together information. Paper does not flow and appears to be created from disparate issues. Headings are necessary to link concepts. Writing does not demonstrate understanding any relationships.

Expert

No spelling &/or grammar mistakes.

Proficient

Minimal spelling &/or grammar mistakes.

Apprentice

Noticeable spelling & grammar mistakes.

Novice

Unacceptable number of spelling and/or grammar mistakes.

Expert

More than 5 current sources, of which at least 3 are peer-review journal articles or scholarly books. Sources include both general background sources and specialized sources. Specialinterest sources and popular literature are acknowledged as such if they are cited. All web sites utilized are authoritative.

Proficient

5 current sources, of which at least 2 are peer-review journal articles or scholarly books. All web sites utilized are authoritative.

Apprentice

Fewer than 5 current sources, or fewer than 2 of 5 are peerreviewed journal articles or scholarly books. All web sites utilized are credible.

Novice

Fewer than 5 current sources, or fewer than 2 of 5 are peerreviewed journal articles or scholarly books. Not all web sites utilized are credible, and/or sources are not current.

Expert

Cites all data obtained from other sources. APA citation style is used in both text and bibliography.

Proficient

Cites most data obtained from other sources. APA citation style is used in both text and bibliography.

Apprentice

Cites some data obtained from other sources. Citation style is either inconsistent or incorrect.

Novice

Does not cite sources.