of the conclusions of the literature review with clarity and detail.
Describes the audience to which the presentation is directed. 20
Revises the literature review based on feedback from the instructor.
Presentation of information is clearly focused on the specific audience.
Explains the prevailing argument(s), including their strengths and weaknesses, supported by findings from relevant articles.
Synthesizes key points established in and through the literature review. 40
Elaborates on multicultural factors relevant to the topic and to the studies reviewed.
Discusses how the findings can be extended to a more diverse population or additional multicultural factors that should be included in future studies. 40
Discusses relevant ethical issues related to the topic and to the studies reviewed.
Describes how they were or could be addressed in the research. 20
Relates the conclusions of the literature review to at least two specialization areas in psychology. 40
Applies the conclusions from the literature review to specific populations or issues. 40
Provides well-reasoned conclusions, and pointed towards areas for future research.
Provides suggestions for future work that are appropriate and have an applied focus. 36
Introduction has an opening, provides come background information, and states the topic.
Transitions between slides are present. 16
Design of presentation (i.e. background, pictures, text etc.) is clear, appropriate for the assignment, balanced and

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