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difficulties evident on one or two occasions. Overall Quality of Project Clearly defines the core question and the learning activities. Supports the core question with an analysis of relevant and accurate evidence. Elaborates on significance of new knowledge acquired and makes insightful connections to hypothesis. Analyzes a condition or situation of significance as the basis for reflection. Makes connections between personal ideas & experiences and more abstract aspects of life, leading to new perspective or insights. Is focused on topic. Maintains focus. Provides audience with something provocative to think about. Defines the core question and the learning activities. Supports the core question with analysis. Presents new knowledge and addresses thesis/topic. Makes connections between ideas and experiences. Provides a conclusion. Minor flaws evident. Attempts to define a core question, analyze findings, and present a conclusion. Attempts to makes connections between ideas and experiences. Conclusion attempted but may be flawed. A number of improvements required in order to enhance the overall quality of the project. Project meets minimal requirements but falls short of expectations. Poor project quality.