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Project 2 Rubric (88)

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Rubric for Project 2: Using a Lens on an Argument

Introduction (10% - 20 points)

 

Leads the reader into the topic. General to narrow.

 

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).

 

Have a clear and thoughtful thesis/project statement that describes what the paper will do. (Briefly introduce LaPierre)

 

Body: Analysis (65% - 130 points)

 

Have well organized, discussion paragraphs that center on a specific, clearly stated evaluative claim (your claim/topic sentence) about a specific element of demagoguery.

 

Have specific, well-chosen examples from the text that are relevant to the claim being made in each paragraph.

 

Uses quotes to serve as demonstrative support/evidence of your claim

 

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)

 

Evaluates one strength (reasonable strategy) and one weakness (one fallacy)

 

Conclusion (10% - 20 points)

 

Conclude in a cohesive manner, returning to the larger topic.

 

Acknowledge the work you have just done. Remind the audience of your main “claim” and/or project.

 

Addresses the “big picture,” answers the “So What?” question. Leave the reading with a final, compelling statement.

 

Organization (10% - 20 points)

 

Organize body paragraphs around a central topic sentence that signals to the reader what that paragraph will be about. (These are your evaluative subclaims)

 

Transitions between paragraphs smoothly, leading the reader to the next paragraph. Where have you come from, and where are you taking us?

 

Paper as a whole is generally well organized, cohesive, and academic.

 

Mechanics (5% - 10 points)

 

Proper MLA format (margins, line spacing, font, use of citation, Works Cited)

 

Errors or typos (do not interfere with readability or are in abundance)

 

Sentence structure and word choice does not affect readability/meaning.

 

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