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Social Issue Project and Essay

A written summary is the crux of the project. Secondary is the visual piece. Chose a social issue topic that interests you. Research the history of this topic and its future outlook. The most important item to have a successful paper and project is a strong thesis. Interview two people concerning your issue and be sure to include at least two quotes from your interview in your summary. The written piece must be 1/2 -2 pages long. Both parts of this project are due on Wednesday, June 13th.

Rubric Code: D7945B

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Subject: Social Sciences

Type: Assessment

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Criterion
	Excellent 20 pts	Good 17 pts	Fair 14 pts	Poor 11 pts
Structure 20 % Do you have all the bones?	Excellent - Paper follows all designated guidelines. - Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment. - Paper has elaborate thesis, well constructed topic sentences, and two supporting quotes. -Format enhances readability.	Good - Paper most designated guidelines. - Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment. - Paper has a clear thesis, topic sentences, and supporting quote. -Format is good.	Fair - Paper follows some guidelines. - Paper has thesis, but no topic sentences, or no quotes. - Paper is under length.	Poor - Paper lacks most elements of correct formatting. - Paper lacks thesis, topic sentences, and quotes. - (Plagarism results in an automatic 0 on the paper and administration will be notified.) - Paper is inadequate in length.
Organization 20 % Did you have an organized argument that a jury could follow? OR Are all the bones in the right place?	Excellent -Paper is clear and easy to follow. - Paragraph transitions are logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.	Good - Paper is clear and easy to follow. - Body paragraphs are in order. - Paragraph transitions are present.	Fair - Paper is not easy to follow. - Body paragraphs are in order. - Paragraph transitions need improvement.	Poor - Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer. - Body Paragraphs are out of order. - Paragraphs are unorganized.
Thoughts/Understanding 20 % Have you proved your thesis using examples (quotes) and a figurative explanation? Do you have and explanations? Is the brain present and does it think?	Excellent - Paper addresses the assignment. - All major points are stated clearly and elaborately. - Explanations of support clearly proves thesis.	Good - Paper addresses the assignment. - Major points are stated clearly. - Points are well supported. - Explanations of support clearly proves thesis.	Fair - Paper addresses the assignment. - Some major thoughts. - Points are supported. - Some explanation of support.	Poor - Paper did not address the assignment. - Few major points. - Thoughts were vague and unclear. - There was no explanation or elaboration.
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling 20 % How did you deliver your presentation? Or does the tongue speak and the hand write?	Excellent - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise.	Good - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed with minor errors. -Spelling is correct.	Fair - Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors. - Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon, or conversational tone.	Poor - Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses jargon, cliches, or conversational tone.
Project - Visual 20 % Slide Show Political Cartoon Art Poster Art	Excellent - visually pleasing - addresses thesis - message and point of view is clear - exceptionally organized and interesting - obvious demonstration of topic knowledge	Good - visually acceptable - partially addresses thesis - message and point of view evident - organized and interesting - some demonstration of topic knowledge	Fair - visual work needed - barely addresses thesis - message or point of view not clear - not well organized or interesting - little demonstration of topic knowledge	Poor - not visually pleasing - not related to thesis - message and point of view is not clear - not well organized or interesting - no demonstration of topic knowledge

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