· Alphanumeric sequence · Proper indentation and alignment · Logical order of sections · Brief phrases are used · Explains reason for topic choice · Common and Scientific name are included in the proper format · Area of observation is included · Photo/video of organism is included · Contains all five subtopics ( ) · Each subtopic contains two subsections at a minimum · Factual, detailed, and specific information about each subtopic is present · Contains 4-6 main points that sum up the main points from the outline · In-text citations used where necessary in the body of the outline and written correctly · Five references listed in proper APA reference list format on the reference page · All internal citation references listed on the reference page, and vice versa · Outline accurately applies scientific concepts and uses scientific terminology correctly · Proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation are used throughout
