Economics

Rubric for Essay Assignments

Minimum requirements for passing grade:  Essays address and answer questions asked in instructions.  Essays show that student read (or in the case of a film, watched) the material

assigned to address these questions.  Essays show solid grasp of concepts covered in class materials.

Additional requirements for better grade:  Writing is analytical, shows critical thinking skills and does not use subjective

statements (“I think”, “In my opinion”, etc.) or personal anecdotes.  Paper uses quotations or paraphrases from readings and cites these appropriately.  Paper includes list of works/sources cited.

Additional requirements for an A grade:  Writing is clear, well-organized and flows well.*  Grammar and spelling are correct.

*An excellent book on how to write clear, well-flowing prose is The Elements of Style by William Strunk.