Lesson #2: Research Paper

Research Report (25%)

Students demonstrate their understanding of mindfulness by doing research and critical reflection on physical and emotional self-care techniques and their real-life application. Students have to choose one physical and one emotional self-care technique. 

  1. Introduction/Overview: Why did you choose these two techniques?
  2. Description of the techniques: How these techniques are practiced. What are the benefits? How do these techniques impact overall wellbeing? Find articles to support your writing.
  3. Real-life Application: How can these techniques be used in daily life?
  4. Conclusion: Personal feelings, experience, and thoughts about these techniques.

You will need to submit a PDF Document (~3 pages double space) or 15 minutes audio presentation, at least two references.  

Research paper 
  • The paper clearly communicates responses to the questions provided for each of the following sections: Introduction/Overview, Description of the techniques, Real-life Application, and Conclusion. (20) 
  • The paper is clearly structured and written. Formatting and referencing follow APA guidelines; Paper does not plagiarize and cites all sources (5)
  Total:    /25

 

Criteria Needs improvement (0-1)Satisfactory (1-2)Excellent (2-3)
Accuracy of InformationInformation is unclear, incomplete, or contains significant errors.Information is mostly accurate but may lack detail or have minor inaccuracies.Information is clear, accurate, and demonstrates strong understanding of the topic.
Real-Life ApplicationNo example provided, or the example is irrelevant or vague.Example is somewhat relevant but lacks clear connection to the topic.Example is highly relevant, clear, and well-connected to the topic.
Clarity and APA FormattingReport is disorganized, unclear, or contains numerous formatting errors.Report is mostly clear and organized, with some minor formatting or citation issuesReport is well-structured, clear, and follows APA guidelines with proper citations.