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Andrew Jackson essay Students are to write a detailed summary of the political philosophy of president Andrew Jackson based on the readings and their understanding of the events of his presidency. Rubric Code: NX35C54 By acrawford75 Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: History Type: Assessment Grade Levels: 6-8

Andrew Jackson Essay
	Poor 5 pts	Fair 10 pts	Good 15 pts	Excellent 25 pts
American Indians	Poor Little to no discussion of Jackson's policy toward Native Americans.	Fair Mentions Indian Removal Act, but does not discuss specific causes and effects.	Good Mentions and discusses Indian Removal Act and the resulting Trail of Tears	Excellent Discusses Jackson's policy toward the Native Americans including the following topics explained in detail: Indian Removal Act Trail of Tears, effect on Native American tribes.
Political Philosophy	Poor Little to no mention of Jackson's political philosophy	Fair Mentions basics of political philosophy and creation of the Democratic party with minimal detail.	Good Discusses the important parts of Jackson's political philosophy and the creation of the Democratic party	Excellent Discusses in detail Jackson's political philosophy on government and governing, includes dealings with political adversaries and the creation of the democratic party.
Slavery	Poor Little to no mention of Jackson's view on slavery and policy on slavery.	Fair Mentions Jackson's views on slavery.	Good Discusses slavery policies of the Jackson presidency.	Excellent Details specific policies and events that occurred during Jackson's presidency.
Leadership Style	Poor Little to no mention of Jackson's leadership style.	Fair Mentions Jackson's leadership style, but does not give any specifics.	Good Discusses leadership style with specific details.	Excellent Detailed description of Jackson's leadership style including his dealings with subordinates. Includes specifics from military service.