Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to make valid and objective interpretations of econometric results from a statistical and economic perspective? Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to adequately address econometric issues such as possible viol ations of the assumptions of the classical linear model? Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to properly utilize economically sound mathematical tools? Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to set up an econometric analysis in an attempt to address the research question? ECO-700-04: Incorporate accuracy, precision, and ethical decision making Proficient Not Proficient into the analysis and reporting of economic data 10036 036 Possible Indicators of Success Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's appreciation of the strengths and weaknesses of the data used in the research? Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to choose data based on sound principles and logic? Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to remain unbiased throughout the research? Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to make ethical decisions in the analysis and reporting of economic data? ECO-700-05: Evaluate the impact of a wide variety of internal and Proficient Not Proficient external influences on personal, professional, and governmental decision 10036 036 making Possible Indicators of Success Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to draw conclusions based on and supported by research? Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to perform research that is enlightened by significant internal and external factors that have a bearing on the issue? Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to make comparisons to other economic problems based on the results of research? Does the capstone submission demonstrate the student's ability to address the broader societal implications of the conclusions