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    Introduction:
    Contains a clear introductory paragraph that previews the information or issue to be
    presented | 
  
  
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    The
    body: The report contains sufficient information to adequately convey the events
    or issues under study | 
  
  
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    Intellectual
    depth: Examines the underlying events, policies, or actions in a rigorous
    academic manner in which critical thinking takes precedence over rhetoric. | 
  
  
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    Reporting
    style: Report is written in a a fair and unbiased manner | 
  
  
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    Presentation:
    The data and graphic elements are presented in an effective and esthetically pleasing
    manner | 
  
  
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    Use of
    graphics: Uses sufficient pictures, charts, maps, etc. to give an effective and
    engaging account of the topic | 
  
  
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    Links to
    outside sources: Has several annotated links to other Internet sources that
    provide a broader, in-depth picture of the issue | 
  
  
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    Bibliography:
    Gives proper references for all pictures, graphic elements, quotations, and information
    sources used in the report | 
  
  
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    Conclusion:
    Has a strong concluding paragraph that sums up the information in the report in an
    effective and concise manner | 
  
  
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    Presenters
    assessment: Presents the reporters values, assumptions, opinions, or bias
    of the events or policies contained in the report |