Instructions: You are required to write an essay of 300-500 words. The grading of this assignment is based on the attached rubric. Please submit your essay to the designated assignment Dropbox by S

Essay rubric 2019 (1)

Essay rubric 2019 (1)

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMain Idea:

Essay reflects thoughtful insight into the topic of the articles. citing supporting references.

10.0 pts

Excellent

Demonstrates exceptional insight with two or more supporting references.

7.0 pts

Good

Demonstrates higher than average insight with one supporting references.

4.0 pts

Poor

Demonstrates average insight with one supporting reference.

1.0 pts

Unacceptable

Demonstrates lack of insight into the topic of discussion and does not include supporting references.

10.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSupporting Position and Rationale

Position is stated, and rationale is provided.

10.0 pts

Excellent

Clearly states position and provides excellent rationale.

7.0 pts

Good

Much of the position and rationale are states position and provides.

4.0 pts

Poor

States position but does not provide strong supportive rationale.

1.0 pts

Unacceptable

Does not clearly state position or provide supportive rationale.

10.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization

The essay is structured logically. 1) Main points are distinguished. 2) Ideas are linked with transitions, and 3) Paragraphs are properly unified.

10.0 pts

Excellent

Paper is well-organized and are very easy to follow. All the elements are demonstrated.

7.0 pts

Good

Two of the elements are demonstrated, OR much of the flow of information is organized and easy to follow.

4.0 pts

Poor

One element is demonstrated, OR the flow of information is disorganized and difficult to follow.

1.0 pts

Unacceptable

None of the three elements are demonstrated. The essay is disorganized and very difficult to follow.

10.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeNetiquette and Timely Submission

Utilize proper netiquette including language, spelling, and grammar; and submit on or before due time.

10.0 pts

Excellent

Excellent demonstration of netiquette with accurate spelling and grammar. References are correctly cited. Submission is on or before due time.

7.0 pts

Good

Higher than average demonstration of netiquette with several spelling or grammar errors. References are mainly correctly cited. Submission is on or before due time.

4.0 pts

Poor

Average demonstration of netiquette with quite some spelling and/or grammar errors; and/or References are not correctly cited; and/or submission is delayed (within 3 days).

1.0 pts

Unacceptable

Poor demonstration of netiquette with numerous spelling and/or grammar errors; and/or reference are not correctly cited; and/or submission is seriously delayed (more than 3 days).

10.0 pts

Total Points: 40.0