Equal Pay

* Individual Assignment: Equal Pay Act Paper

* Write a 350- to 500-word paper in which you complete the following:

* Research the Equal Pay Act of 1963: why is it important to know this law when designing the internal alignment piece of your compensation program?

* Format your paper according to APA standards.

Written Assignment Grading Form

Content and Organization 

70 Percent | Percent Earned: | Comments: |

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All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way. * Research Equal Pay Act of 1963 * Why is the law important when designing the internal alignment piece of a compensation program? | | |

The content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive. | | |

The paper develops a central theme or idea, directed toward the appropriate audience. | | |

The paper links theory to relevant examples of current experience and industry practice and uses the vocabulary of the theory correctly. | | |

Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically. | | |

The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points. | | |

The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and reviews the major points. | | |

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Readability and Style 

15 percent | Percent Earned | Comments:  |

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Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow throughout the paper. | | |

The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment. | | |

Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. | | |

Sentences are well-constructed, with consistently strong, varied sentences. | | |

Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought. | | |

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Mechanics

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The paper, including the title page, reference page, tables, and appendices, follow APA guidelines for format. | | |

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