Help with philosophy essay

Criteria

Levels of Achievement

Content

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Introduction / Thesis Statement/ Conclusion

(24 points)

22 to 24 points

A well-constructed introduction and conclusion that cohesively align with the thesis statement, title, and body of the paper. A clear thesis statement is presented that conveys a personal philosophy of education.

17 to 21 points

A thesis statement is introduced, conveys a personal philosophy of education, and aligns with the title and body of the paper. Conclusion reiterates main points of the paper.

1 to 16 points

The thesis statement is poorly introduced, vaguely stated, or does not align with the title and/or body of the paper. Conclusion does not align with the introduction, thesis statement, title, and body of the paper.

0 points

Not present.

Philosophy of Schools / Learning

(38 points)

34 to 38 points

Beliefs about schools and the learning process strongly align with the thesis statement and are conveyed considering professional knowledge in the field.

27 to 33 points

Beliefs about schools and the learning process loosely align with thesis statement and are somewhat conveyed considering professional knowledge in the field.

1 to 26 points

Beliefs about schools and the learning process do NOT align with thesis statement and/or are NOT conveyed considering professional knowledge in the field.

0 points

Not present.

Instructional Practice / Methodology

(38 points)

34 to 38 points

Thoroughly describes an exceptional instructional practice/ teaching model, explaining the purpose/vision for why it will be implemented in the context of the overall philosophical position.

27 to 33 points

Describes a basic instructional practice/ teaching model, explaining the purpose/vision for why it will be implemented.

1 to 26 points

Instructional philosophy/ teaching model is vague and/or does not explain the purpose for implementation.

0 points

Not present.

Teacher-Learner Relationships

(24 points)

22 to 24 points

Clearly outlines beliefs on effective teacher/ learner relationships; strongly aligned with philosophy and practice.

17 to 21 points

Outlines beliefs on effective teacher/ learner relationships; loosely aligned with philosophy and practice.

1 to 16 points

Poor description of teacher/ learner relationships and/or loosely aligned with philosophy and practice.

0 points

Not present.

Diversity

(12 points)

11 to 12 points

Addresses clearly and integrates effectively the consideration of diversity in the overall philosophical position.

8 to 10 points

Addresses diversity but does not effectively integrate into the overall philosophical position.

1 to 7points

Diversity issues receive cursory attention.

0 points

Not present.

Critical Thinking

(38 points)

34 to 38 points

The following qualities are present: supports claims with evidence; critically evaluates claims of others; seriously considers/engages with other interpretations. At least 4 references from a variety of sources are included.

27 to 33 points

Some of the following qualities are present: supports claims with evidence; critically evaluates claims of others; seriously considers/engages with other interpretations. At least 3 references from more than one type of source are included.

1 to 26 points

Few of the following qualities are present: supports claims with evidence; critically evaluates claims of others; seriously considers/engages with other interpretations

0 points

Not present.

Structure

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Mechanics & Composition

(38 points)

34 to 38 points

Paper is 4-5 pages in length. Paper is free of errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation. Writing style displays exceptional composition with all of the following elements: coherent, cohesive, effective sentence/paragraph structures, logical progression, and transitions.

27 to 33 points

Paper is less than 4 pages in length. Few errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation. Clear writing style displaying basic composition with most of the following elements: coherent, cohesive, effective sentence/paragraph structures, logical progression, and transitions.

1 to 26 points

Paper is less than 3 pages in length. Pervasive errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation. Writing includes pervasive errors in multiple categories: coherent, cohesive, effective sentence/paragraph structures, logical progression, and transitions.

0 points Not present.

Current APA

34 to 38 points

Citations are appropriately implemented and are formatted per current APA. All references are strong, legitimate academic sources and are correctly formatted per current APA. Overall paper is formatted per current APA: running head, page numbers, title page, spacing, indentions, margins, and headings.

27 to 33 points

Minor errors regarding appropriate implementation and/or current APA formatting of citations. Most references are from legitimate academic sources; few formatting errors according to current APA. Few errors in paper format per current APA: running head, page numbers, title page, spacing, indentions, margins, and headings.

1 to 26 points

Pervasive errors regarding appropriate implementation and/or current APA formatting of citations. Multiple references are from questionable sources; multiple formatting errors according to current APA. Multiple errors in paper format per current APA: running head, page numbers, title page, spacing, indentions, margins, and headings.

0 points

Not present.