Module/Week 2 — Policy Evaluation and Organizational Structures in Public Administration
Reading & Study
- Textbook Readings
- Presentation: Policy Analysis and Policy Evaluation in Public Administration
- Website: The Role of Organizations in Fostering Public Service Motivation
PADM 620
Assignment 1: Organizational Structure Instructions
Read all instructions and the grading rubric carefully before beginning this assignment. You are responsible for reading and understanding these documents.
For this assignment, you are required to choose between producing a PowerPoint presentation, video presentation, or writing a research paper. This assignment must focus on the organizational models in public administration and the effects of those structures on personnel performance.
Read Exercises 2 and 3 in the Dresang text, the Moynihan & Pandey article, and conduct your own research. You must explain the different models of organizational design that may be utilized in public administration, the effects that these models may have on public service motivation, and an evaluation of organizational structure options in light of biblical principles.
Option 1: Research Paper
If you elect to write a research paper for this assignment, the text of this research paper must be 5–7 pages (not including title page, reference page, and any appendices). This paper must be in current APA format with 1-inch margins and 12-pt Times New Roman font. A title page and reference page must be also included. You must include citations to at least 4–7 appropriate sources (in addition to the course textbooks, assigned readings, and the Bible) to fully support your assertions and conclusions. This assignment draws heavily from the assigned readings for this module/week and you are expected to illustrate your understanding of those sources.
Option 2: PowerPoint Presentation
If you elect to complete a PowerPoint presentation with audio (see tutorial in the Assignment Instructions folder for adding audio), the presentation must include 9–10 minutes of spoken audio. You must include citations to at least 4–7 appropriate sources (in addition to the course textbooks, assigned readings, and the Bible) to fully support your assertions and conclusions. This assignment draws heavily from the assigned readings for this module/week and you are expected to illustrate your understanding of those sources. In addition to the presentation, you must submit a separate document listing all references in current APA format.
Option 3: Video Presentation
If you elect to complete an original video presentation, the presentation must include 9–10 minutes of spoken audio. You must include citations to at least 4–7 appropriate sources (in addition to the course textbooks, assigned readings, and the Bible) to fully support your assertions and conclusions. This assignment draws heavily from the assigned readings for this module/week and you are expected to illustrate your understanding of those sources. Images may be incorporated where appropriate. In addition to the video, you must submit a separate document listing all references in current APA format.
General Instructions
You are expected to comport yourself with the highest writing, research, and ethical standards. Additionally, to do well on this assignment, you must conduct high quality research and offer rich, well-supported analysis and evaluation. The emphasis here is on your ability to critically evaluate and analyze the material and to exhibit a nuanced understanding of the substance, dynamics, and ramifications reflected in the subject matter; mere reporting, opinion, or conjecture will not suffice.
You must avoid any careless or simple grammar errors such as misspellings, incomplete sentences, comma splices, faulty noun/verb agreement, etc. Such errors will result in substantial point deductions. Oral presentations must be professional, articulate and free of grammar errors, informality, etc.
Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited and may result in failure of the assignment, failure of the course, and/or removal from the program. It is your responsibility to ensure that you fully understand what constitutes the various forms of plagiarism and that you avoid all forms of plagiarism.
Submit Assignment 1: Organizational Structure by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of Module/Week 2.
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PADM 620
Assignment 1: Organizational Structure Grading Rubric
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Criteria |
Levels of Achievement |
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Content |
Advanced |
Proficient |
Developing |
Not Present |
Points Earned |
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Analysis of Material |
32 to 35 points All elements of the assigned topic are clearly and completely addressed in light of the required page count or presentation time limit. Analyses flow in a logical and effective manner, address all elements of the assignment thoroughly, and reach the nuances of the issues raised. Complex issues are navigated with precision, clarity and detail. |
29 to 31 points Major elements of the assigned topic are discussed in a meaningful way but the paper or presentation would benefit from additional clarity, depth, or detail. Analyses are generally well constructed. Complex issues are recognized. |
1 to 28 points Some elements of the assigned topic are mentioned, but the discussion is incomplete, unclear, superficial, or otherwise does not meet expectations. Analyses are general and lacking in depth. Complex issues and nuances are overlooked. |
0 points Assigned elements are not discussed. |
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Organization |
32 to 35 points
The paper is focused and well organized. The paper has a clear thesis, and a clear and substantive introduction and conclusion. The paper effectively uses headings and subheadings as appropriate to focus and deepen analyses. |
29 to 31 points
The paper is reasonably well organized and follows a logical path from idea to idea and section to section. The paper includes an adequate introduction and conclusion. |
1 to 28 points
The paper is in need of additional organization and clarity. Ideas and/or sections of the paper either do not flow logically, or are in need of fundamental improvement. The paper lacks an adequate introduction and/or conclusion. |
0 points
The paper lacks meaningful organization and the paper lacks an introduction and conclusion. |
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Evaluation, Synthesis, and Adequate Use of Sources |
32 to 35 points
Sources, concepts, and ideas are evaluated critically and synthesized in a manner that moves beyond restatement and makes a valuable contribution to the assigned topic. |
29 to 31 points
Sources are used correctly and support the paper’s analyses and conclusions. Concepts and ideas are understood and linked in a reasonable way that supports the paper’s conclusions. Paper reflects a good familiarity with the major ideas, but would benefit from greater critical evaluation and syntheses. |
1 to 28 points
Some sources are used, but are not critically evaluated and/or not used in an effective manner. Paper or presentation would benefit from more substantive use of sources, more appropriate reliance on sources, and/or better skill in evaluating, synthesizing, or applying ideas, concepts, or sources. |
0 points
Sources are not used. Ideas and concepts from sources are not evaluated or synthesized. |
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Structure |
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Mechanics |
14 to 15 points No grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Writing or presentation is precise and word choice is appropriate. Paper is 5–7 pages or presentation is 9–10 minutes. |
12 to 13 points Few grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Writing or presentation style is sufficient and word choice is adequate. Paper is 5–7 pages or presentation is 9–10 minutes. |
1 to 11 points Several grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Writing or presentation style is understandable but could be improved. Word choice is generally good. Paper or presentation does not meet length requirement. |
0 points
Numerous spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors are present. Writing or presentation style is difficult to understand and word choice is poor. Paper or presentation does not meet length requirement. |
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Current APA Format Elements |
14 to 15 points
Citations and format are in current APA style. Cover page, bibliography, etc. are correctly formatted. Paper is double-spaced with 1-inch margins and written in 12 point Times New Roman font. If a presentation rather than a paper is chosen, the presentation is properly formatted and of high quality. |
12 to 13 points Citations and format are in current APA style with few errors. Cover page, bibliography, etc. are present with few errors. Paper is double-spaced with 1-inch margins and written in 12 point Times New Roman font. If a presentation rather than a paper is chosen, the presentation is properly formatted and of acceptable quality. |
1 to 11 points
Citations and format are in current APA style, though several errors are present. Cover page, bibliography, etc., are included, though several errors are present. Paper is double-spaced, but margins or fonts are incorrect. If a presentation rather than a paper is chosen, the presentation is acceptably formatted. |
0 points
Citations are not formatted correctly. Cover page, bibliography, etc. are not included or are formatted incorrectly. Paper is not double-spaced, margins are incorrect, or font is incorrect. If a presentation is chosen rather than a paper, the presentation is not properly formatted. |
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Research Elements |
14 to 15 points
High quality primary and secondary sources are utilized in a mature and effective manner. Research effectively incorporates multiple nuanced viewpoints of complex issues. At least 4–7 sources are used, in addition to the course text and the Bible. A complete and accurate bibliography is provided. Arguments are correctly and effectively supported by research. |
12 to 13 points
Primary and secondary sources of acceptable and appropriate nature and quality are utilized. Research reflects multiple viewpoints of complex issues. At least 4–7 sources are used, in addition to the course text and the Bible. A complete and accurate bibliography is provided. Arguments are acceptably supported by research. |
1 to 11 points
Fewer than 4 primary and secondary sources of acceptable and appropriate nature and quality are utilized. Research does not reflect multiple viewpoints of complex issues. An incomplete or inaccurate bibliography is provided. Arguments are only tangentially supported by research. Arguments incorporate research, but often include or rely upon personal opinion without appropriate support. Sources are used inappropriately at times. |
0 points
Appropriate sources are not used or are lacking entirely. Arguments are not supported by research. Opposing viewpoints are dismissed or ignored. The bibliography is incomplete or missing. |
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Total |
/150 |
Instructor’s Comments:
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