GRADE 10 EDPM Research Paper Project
GRADE 10 EDPM Research Paper Project
Content All topics are covered thoroughly with Most topics covered Some topics are missing Major topics are missing or /12
Accuracy & accurate definitions, explanations, accurately, minor details or inaccurately defined; incorrectly defined; lacks
Completeness distinctions, and discussions; includes 2 missing; required few required examples required examples.
examples each of operating system examples mostly provided.
software, application software, health provided.
factors, and safety factors.
Organization & Logical flow with clear transitions; sections Logical order with some Structure is somewhat Little to no organization; /5
Structure are easy to read and follow. minor issues; mostly easy unclear; transitions are difficult to follow or
to follow. lacking. understand.
Use of In-text Correct APA in-text citations in all necessary Most in-text citations Inconsistent or incorrect Few to no in-text citations, APA /5
Citations (APA) areas. correctly formatted in in-text citations, some style not followed.
APA style. missing.
Reference Page Complete, well-formatted APA reference Includes reference page Reference page Missing reference page or /5
(APA) page with all sources cited. with minor APA errors. included but with major APA errors.
several APA errors.
Cover Page Complete with all required information, All required information Some required Missing several required /3
visually appealing, includes relevant image. present, minor issues information missing, elements, poorly designed, no
with layout or image layout is unappealing or image.
relevance. image is irrelevant.
Grammar & Few to no errors in grammar, punctuation, Some minor errors in Multiple grammar, Frequent errors in grammar, /5
Mechanics or spelling. grammar, punctuation, punctuation, or spelling punctuation, and spelling,
or spelling. errors. hindering readability.
Effort & High level of effort shown; includes creative Good effort shown; some Some effort shown, Minimal effort; lacks visuals and /5
Creativity visuals such as images for operating and visuals included to limited creativity; creativity, presentation is plain.
application software examples, enhancing support content, mostly visuals are minimal or
engagement. engaging. lack relevance.
Follow the rubric above and guidelines below to complete this research paper in your groups.
A. Content:
1. Define Software.
2. Defining Operating System Software.
3. List 2 examples of operating system software, explaining each example briefly.
4. Define what application software is and its general use in everyday computing.
5. List 2 examples of application software, including a brief explanation of each.
6. Distinguish between operating system software and application software by explaining the main functions and differences
between the two.
7. Describe 3 ways of caring for Computers and Peripherals in the working environment explaining how each practice helps
maintain their functionality.
8. Define ergonomics, and explain its relevance to computer use and workstation design.
9. Discuss 2 health factors associated with computer use.
10.Discuss 2 safety factors associated with computer use.
B. Format Requirements:
• Cover Page: Should include:
o Subject and date
o Class
o Names of members
o Teacher’s name
o Relevant image (e.g., a graphic of computer components or workspace ergonomics)
• Body: Organized into paragraphs based on each section/topic.
• Reference Page: Following APA format, all sources should be listed here.
Type research paper in Microsoft Word in font size 12, style, Times New Roman with first line indent for each paragraph.
Save your research paper as the surnames of each group member following the format: Surname_Surname_EDPMRP
Due date: November 15th 2024.