Health Care and Life Sciences

● Alphanumeric sequence
● Proper indentation and alignment
● Required order of topics/subtopics
● Brief but detailed and descriptive phrases
Introduction Section (15 points)
● Topic selection and reason for selecting are stated
● Common and scientific names are included in the proper format
● Area of observation is included
● Image and/or video of species is included
Content Section (40 points)
● Contains all five required topics (Description, Life
Cycle/Reproduction, Structure/Function, Energy Ecology, Habitat)
● Each topic contains two subtopics at a minimum
● Factual, detailed, and specific information about each topic and
subtopics are present
Conclusion Section (15 points)
● Contains 4-6 main points that sum up the main points from the outline
Reference Section and Internal Citations (10 points)
● In-text citations used where necessary throughout the outline and
written correctly
● Minimum of five academically and scientifically credible references
listed in proper APA reference list format (6th or 7th edition) on the
reference page
● All internal citation references listed on the reference page, and vice
versa