Rubric for Project 2: Using a Lens on an Argument
Introduction (10% - 20 points)
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Leads the reader into the topic. General to narrow.
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Introduces Roberts-Miller, her text, purpose, and main argument clearly, and takes the time to set the scene for LaPierre. (You may do this in a second introductory paragraph).
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Have a clear and thoughtful thesis/project statement that describes what the paper will do. (Briefly introduce LaPierre)
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Body: Analysis (65% - 130 points)
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Have well organized, discussion paragraphs that center on a specific, clearly stated evaluative claim (your claim/topic sentence) about a specific element of demagoguery.
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Have specific, well-chosen examples from the text that are relevant to the claim being made in each paragraph.
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Uses quotes to serve as demonstrative support/evidence of your claim
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Have thoughtful analysis of how and why each example of the text potentially affects the intended audience. (To what extent do these elements conform to Roberts-Miller’s definition of demagogic discourse)
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Evaluates one strength (reasonable strategy) and one weakness (one fallacy)
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Conclusion (10% - 20 points)
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Conclude in a cohesive manner, returning to the larger topic.
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Acknowledge the work you have just done. Remind the audience of your main “claim” and/or project.
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Addresses the “big picture,” answers the “So What?” question. Leave the reading with a final, compelling statement.
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Organization (10% - 20 points)
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Organize body paragraphs around a central topic sentence that signals to the reader what that paragraph will be about. (These are your evaluative subclaims)
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Transitions between paragraphs smoothly, leading the reader to the next paragraph. Where have you come from, and where are you taking us?
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Paper as a whole is generally well organized, cohesive, and academic.
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Mechanics (5% - 10 points)
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Proper MLA format (margins, line spacing, font, use of citation, Works Cited)
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Errors or typos (do not interfere with readability or are in abundance)
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Sentence structure and word choice does not affect readability/meaning.
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