Research Project Instructions and Rubric

ISYE 348 Fall 2024 Lab 9

Aakash (@nimrobotics)

2024-11-04

Submission: Please submit your report as a PDF file on Canvas. Make sure to include your name and your partner’s name at the beginning of the report. Include any code, plots, or tables as needed to support your answers. Make sure to answer all questions thoroughly and provide detailed explanations where necessary. Cite any external sources used. Submit one single pdf file with all the answers.

Collaboration with your classmates is encouraged, and you will work in pairs for this lab to complete the report. Please list your partner’s name at the beginning of the report. Only one submission per group is required. Must include data from both partners in the report.

Late submissions will be penalized by a 1 point deduction every hour past the deadline.

score = max (max_score − ⌊hours_late⌋, 0)

Please read the course policy on academic integrity and collaboration on the course syllabus. If you have any questions about what is permissible, please ask before submitting your work.

Abstract (3 points)

[submitted previously]

Introduction (7 points)

[submitted previously]

Hypothesis (200-300 words)

Due Date: 2024-11-12

Includes:

Grading Rubric for Hypothesis (8 points total)

Criterion 0 points 1 point 2 points
Clarity of hypothesis statement Missing or incomprehensible Present but unclear or poorly worded Clear, specific, and testable
Theoretical justification No justification provided Basic justification without theoretical support Well-supported with relevant theory and research
Variable operationalization Variables not defined Variables partially defined or unclear Clear and complete operational definitions
Alignment with research question No clear connection to research question Partial connection to research question Strong alignment with research question

Methods (1000-1500 words)

Due Date: 2024-12-02

Includes:

Grading Rubric for Methods (42 points total)

Criterion 0 points 2 points 4 points
Research design Missing or inappropriate Basic design with minimal rationale Appropriate design with clear rationale
Participant characteristics, and size Not described Basic demographics provided Comprehensive inclusion/exclusion criteria
Materials and equipment Missing or inadequate Basic description provided Detailed specifications and justification
Procedures Missing or unclear Basic procedures outlined Detailed, replicable procedures
Variable measurement Not described Basic measures described Comprehensive measurement plan
Data collection methods Missing or inappropriate Basic methods described Detailed and appropriate methods
Control measures Not addressed Basic controls mentioned Comprehensive control strategy
Data analysis plan Missing or inappropriate Basic plan outlined Comprehensive analysis strategy

[6 points] Methods Figure: Create a flowchart or diagram illustrating the steps involved in your research methods.

[4 points] Formating, punctuation, writing style: Follows IEEE template, clear and concise writing, correct grammar and punctuation.

Expected Results (400-500 words)

Due Date: 2024-12-02

Includes:

Grading Rubric for Expected Results (10 points total)

Criterion 0 points 1 point 2 points
Expected findings Not addressed Basic predictions made Detailed and insightful predictions
Limitations discussion Not addressed Basic limitations listed Thorough analysis of limitations
Practical implications Not addressed Basic implications mentioned Clear and significant implications

[4 points] Expected Results Plot: at least one plot or figure that illustrates the expected results based on your hypothesis.

Final Presentation (30 points)

In-class presentation: 2024-12-02

General Guidelines: