Daoism, Confucianism & Shinto Worksheet
Daoism, Confucianism & Shinto Worksheet
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Complete this assignment using the course textbook, Experiencing the World’s Religions, reserve readings, and other resources supplied in this course. Do not use outside resources.
Do not reformat this worksheet and do not delete anything from it.
| Part I: Short Essays on Daoism [50 pts.] |
| Write a 1 to 2 paragraph short essay that includes at least one in-text-citation in response to EACH of the five questions below. You may use the course textbook, Experiencing the World's Religions, reserve readings, and other materials supplied with this course as resources. Do not use outside resources. Use APA formatting to cite all paraphrased information (anything not common knowledge, which is most, if not all, of this) in-text and include reference citations on the reference page for each source cited. Do not use quotations. Write in your own words. Mechanics count! Use good grammar and proper punctuation. Write in complete sentences. If you have questions, please ask! |
| 1. Describe the principles of yin and yang. | |
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| 1-2 paragraphs? √ or X Complete sentences? √ or X Mechanics? √ or X Citations? √ or X | Points for Essay 1: xx/10 |
| 2. The main scripture of Daoism is the Daodejing (Tao te Ching). What is the history and | |
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| 1-2 paragraphs? √ or X Complete sentences? √ or X Mechanics? √ or X Citations? √ or X | Points for Essay 2: xx/10 |
| 3. How are Daoist ideals expressed through art? Offer several examples.. | |
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| 1-2 paragraphs? √ or X Complete sentences? √ or X Mechanics? √ or X Citations? √ or X | Points for Essay 3: xx/10 |
| 4. What challenges does Daoism face in the modern world? | |
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| 1-2 paragraphs? √ or X Complete sentences? √ or X Mechanics? √ or X Citations? √ or X | Points for Essay 4: xx/10 |
| 5. Explain a situation in which following the Daoist principle of wu wei might be beneficial to you | |
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| 1-2 paragraphs? √ or X Complete sentences? √ or X Mechanics? √ or X Citations? √ or X | Points for Essay 5: xx/10 |
| Points for Part I: xx/50 |
On the next page, list any additional resources, other than the textbook, used for Part I.
References
Molloy, M. (2013). Experiencing the world’s religions: Tradition, challenge and change (6th ed.). Retrieved from the University of Phoenix eBook Collection database.
| Part II: Confucianism Essay [75 pts.] |
| Write a 350- to 700-word essay on Confucianism that addresses the following topics:
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines. This means:
Write in third-person voice. You may use the course textbook, Experiencing the World's Religions, reserve readings, and other materials supplied with this course as resources. Do not use outside resources. Proofread for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and content. Make sure you have addressed all key elements listed above. Revise as needed before submitting. (Do not submit your first draft!) NOTE: I have provided an APA-style paper template (adapted from the CWE's template) for you to use when writing this paper. This template is included as a part of this worksheet. I have provided a guide to constructing proper in-text (and reference page) citations, also from the CWE, which can be downloaded on the assignment page. Additionally, please review the rubric/feedback form that I will use when grading this paper. It is in this worksheet below the essay template. It will help you to understand what I will be looking for and how I will grade your paper. ***Be advised that I submit all assignments to the plagiarism checker. Plagiarism will not be tolerated.*** If you need help with this paper, please ASK! (If you need help, please ask several days BEFORE the paper is due. |
Begin your Confucianism Essay on the next page. Be sure to list any additional resources, beyond the textbook, used to write this essay on the reference page.
Confucianism Essay
Your Name
REL/133
Date as Month, Day, Year (Example: June 17, 2014)
Julia McManus
Confucianism Essay
Begin your paper here. Highlight (NOTE: I do not mean to highlight in a color. Keep reading.) all these words with your mouse or cursor (leave the title above), and start typing your introductory paragraph here. An introduction should give the reader a preview of what the paper will cover and should include a thesis statement. A great introduction opens with a “hook” to draw the reader in and make them want to read your paper. REMEMBER: Write in third-person voice (see below for more on this). Do NOT include a running head. Double space the entire document. Be sure to indent the first line of each paragraph by pressing the Tab key on the keyboard one time. Do not insert extra line spaces between paragraphs.
The Five Great Relationships
Highlight (NOTE: As above, I do not mean to highlight in a color.) all these words with your mouse or cursor (leave the heading above), and start typing about this topic here. DO NOT USE ANY RESOURCES OTHER THAN THOSE PROVIDED WITH THE COURSE.
Be sure to include proper citations for everything. Whether you are paraphrasing (putting it in your own words), or are quoting from the textbook, you MUST include in-text citations.
Don’t forget to: 1) use specific examples from the textbook to illustrate your points; 2) start new paragraphs when necessary (new topic or sub-topic = new paragraph); and 3) write in academic third-person voice, NOT first-person voice (I, me, my, mine, etc.) nor second-person voice (you, your, yours, etc.).
How the Ideal Person Should Act
Highlight (NOTE: As above, I do not mean to highlight in a color.) all these words with your mouse or cursor (leave the heading above), and start typing about this topic here. DO NOT USE ANY RESOURCES OTHER THAN THOSE PROVIDED WITH THE COURSE.
Be sure to include proper citations for everything. Whether you are paraphrasing (putting it in your own words), or are quoting from the textbook, you MUST include in-text citations.
Don’t forget to: 1) use specific examples from the textbook to illustrate your points; 2) start new paragraphs when necessary (new topic or sub-topic = new paragraph); and 3) write in academic third-person voice, NOT first-person voice (I, me, my, mine, etc.) nor second-person voice (you, your, yours, etc.).
The Role of Confucianism in China Today
Highlight (NOTE: As above, I do not mean to highlight in a color.) all these words with your mouse or cursor (leave the heading above), and start typing about this topic here. DO NOT USE ANY RESOURCES OTHER THAN THOSE PROVIDED WITH THE COURSE.
Be sure to include proper citations for everything. Whether you are paraphrasing (putting it in your own words), or are quoting from the textbook, you MUST include in-text citations.
Don’t forget to: 1) use specific examples from the textbook to illustrate your points; 2) start new paragraphs when necessary (new topic or sub-topic = new paragraph); and 3) write in academic third-person voice, NOT first-person voice (I, me, my, mine, etc.) nor second-person voice (you, your, yours, etc.).
Conclusion
Highlight (NOTE: As above, I do not mean to highlight in a color.) all these words with your mouse or cursor (leave the heading above), and start typing your closing paragraph here. A conclusion should provide a summary of the topic discussed, and should restate the thesis in new and different words. A great conclusion ends with a “bang.” Try to leave the reader with a memorable closing statement. REMEMBER: Write in third-person voice.
References
Molloy, M. (2013). Experiencing the world’s religions: Tradition, challenge and change (6th ed.). Retrieved from the University of Phoenix eBook Collection database.
| Written Assignment Feedback - Week 4: Confucianism | |
| Student/Group Name(s): Your Name Course: REL/133: World Religious Traditions I | Date: Date Due Assignment: Confucianism |
| Content/Development (50%) | |
| Instructions from the Syllabus: Write a 350- to 700-word essay on Confucianism that addresses the following topics:
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines. This means:
Write in third-person voice. (If you do not know what this means, ask me.) | Points: xx/38 xx/350-700 words √ or X ◊ Addresses the following topics: ◊ The Five Great Relationships √ or X Comments ◊ The Ideal Person √ or X Comments ◊ Role of Confucianism in China today √ or X Comments ◊ Uses third-person voice √ or X Comments ◊ APA Formatting: √ or X Review items underlined below 1”LEFT margins; double-spacing; 12 pt. Times New Roman font; page numbers; title page; in-text citations; proper format for quotations; reference page – must be at least 5 paragraphs: introduction, body (3 paragraphs), conclusion ◊ Specific details/examples? √ or X Comments ◊ Uses resources appropriately? √ or X Comments ◊ Other: Comments |
| Organization (20%) | |
| Points: xx/15 ◊ Introduction: √ or X Comments ◊ Clear Theme/Thesis: √ or X Comments ◊ Clear, Logical Structure: √ or X Comments ◊ Conclusion: √ or X Comments |
| Style/Mechanics (30%) | |
| Format
Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling
Readability/Style
| Points: xx/22 ◊ Format (see above under Content for detailed expectations) ◊ Margins, page numbers, double-spacing: √ or X Comments ◊ Title page: √ or X Comments ◊ In-text citations: √ or X Comments ◊ Reference page: √ or X Comments ◊ Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling ◊ Grammar: √ or X Comments ◊ Punctuation: √ or X Comments ◊ Spelling: √ or X Comments ◊ Readability/Style ◊ Sentence structure: √ or X Comments ◊ Word use: √ or X Comments ◊ Transitions: √ or X Comments ◊ Academic Tone: √ or X Comments |
| Comments/Grade | |
| Points: xx/75 = X Your name, comments | |
DO NOT WRITE ON THIS PAGE.
| Part III: Shinto Illustration & Worksheet [10 + 15 = 25 pts.] |
| Access the Shinto Art Creator tool. Create an illustration representative of the Shinto religion, based on the beliefs of openness, use of nature, and deliberate simplicity. Save your illustration as a .pdf file and submit. (This is worth 10 of 25 points, and is to be submitted separately.) Be prepared to discuss your illustration in class. Write a brief 200- to 300-word summary of Shinto practices that still exist today in the box below. (This is worth 15 of 25 points.) You may use the course textbook, Experiencing the World's Religions, reserve readings, and other resources supplied in this course as references. Do not use outside resources. Use APA formatting to cite all paraphrased information (anything not common knowledge, which is most, if not all, of this) in-text and include reference citations on the reference page for each source cited. Do not use quotations. Write in your own words. Mechanics count! Use good grammar and proper punctuation. Write in complete sentences. |
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| xxx/200-300 words √ or X | Complete sentences? √ or X | Mechanics? √ or X | Citations? √ or X |
| Illustration: xx/10 + Essay: xx/15 = TOTAL Points for Part III: xx/25 |
| TOTAL Points for PARTS I: Daoism (xx/50) + II: Confucianism (xx/75) + III: Shinto (xx/25) = xx/150 = X |
| Comments: Overall: xx Short Essays on Daoism: xx Confucianism Essay: xx Shinto Illustration & Worksheet: xx |
Do not reformat this worksheet and do not delete anything from it.
On the next page, list any additional resources, other than the textbook, used for Part III.
References
Molloy, M. (2013). Experiencing the world’s religions: Tradition, challenge and change (6th ed.). Retrieved from the University of Phoenix eBook Collection database.
Adapted from University of Phoenix Material: “Daoism Worksheet,” “Confucianism Paper,” & “Shinto Illustration,” REL/133, Version 4
