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Rubric Analytical Philosophical Inquiry 
Rubric Analytical Philosophical Inquiry
communication/persuasive argument development. You must cite at least three examples or quotes as evidence and explain why they are relevant to your thesis.
Rubric Code: G2X9A7C
By t00046343
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Subject: Philosophy  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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  Master

5 pts

Approaching Expert

4 pts

Apprentice

3 pts

Trying Hard!

2 pts

Claim

Master

The claim is clearly discernible and it is stated along with three logical reasons as part of overview. The argument is sound and consistently supported with well-chosen evidence from the particular theorist.
Approaching Expert

The claim takes a clear position. Argument and evidence may at times be strained. One support paragraph may veer off topic, or examples from the particular theorist may be lacking.
Apprentice

The claim is weak, wordy, and/or garbled. The main
argument and/or evidence is weak or does not always support the claim. Supporting pars. may veer off topic.
Trying Hard!

No claim. Argument and evidence do not connect or support one point. All
supporting paragraphs are disconnected.
Organization

Master

The essay is focused and organized by design. Clearly demonstrates the application of and conclusion derived from each of the three criteria.
Pars. have a clear topic/concluding sentences; body paragraphs reflect back to the thesis
Approaching Expert

The essay is organized.
Has a topic and concluding sentences; body paragraphs may refer back to the thesis, or not; and/or lack an overall design. Infers the application of and conclusion derived from the three criteria.
Apprentice

Some confusion due to lack of organization. Has weak topic and/or concluding sentence; and body paragraphs include weak counterargument and ineffective rebuttal. Transitions are weak or absent. Allusion to the criteria but lacks direct application and conclusion.
Trying Hard!

No organization.No apparent topic is present, and/or concluding sentence is missing; body paragraphs lack counterarguments and/or rebuttal. No transitions. Topical or trite mention of the criteria. Discursive.
Analysis

Master

Claim is fully developed and supported by research emanating from case study. Evidence is vivid and relevant. The analysis shows insightful reflection with highly effective use of persuasive strategies. Demonstrates how rhetorical devices are used in the quotation.
Approaching Expert

Claim is well developed and supported with good evidence. Analysis shows understanding with some use of persuasive strategies. Information that is relevant pertaining to case study. Mentions devices but does not link them.
Apprentice

Claim is not well supported by evidence. Analysis is partly understood and demonstrated; inconsistent persuasive strategies. Allusion to case study and devices
Trying Hard!

Claim is not supported by evidence or analysis. Case study hardly mentioned and no expository research evident.
Citation

Master

Sources as solid evidence are cited and applied. All quotes & paraphrases are introduced in essay using title and author of content quoted. Elegant flow and engaging to read. Primary sources evident. Article(s) from databases.
Approaching Expert

3-4 sources are present. All quotes & paraphrases introduced using title and author; essay is correctly composed using rhetorical format.
Source may be original document. Some sources are primary and articles are from databases.
Apprentice

3-4 sources are cited but may lack description. Quotes & paraphrases may be introduced using title and/or author, yet essay is not composed correctly in rhetorical format. Most sources are not primary source and derive from www.
Trying Hard!

Fewer than 3 sources are cited. Quotes & paraphrases are not introduced; essay not composed correctly in rhetorical format. Little or no research regarding case study/
Cohesion

Master

The essay is written about a single subject using the ideas of the author and supported by scholarly evidence. There is a logical flow and connection in the text and is achieved through the use of devices to link sentences together so that there is a logical flow between ideas from one sentence to the next. Conclusion emanates from essay content and analysis.
Approaching Expert

The essay is written about a single subject using the ideas of the author and supported by scholarly evidence. There is a logical flow and connection in the text and is achieved through the use of devices to link sentences together. Conclusion reflects essay content and analysis.
Apprentice

The essay is written about a single subject using the ideas of the author and supported by scholarly evidence. There is a limited flow and connection in the text so that there is a logical flow between ideas from one sentence to the next. Conclusion emanates from essay content.
Trying Hard!

The essay is written about a single subject using the ideas of the author and supported by some scholarly evidence. There is a limited flow and connection in the text so that there is an implied flow between ideas from one sentence to the next. Conclusion considered.





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