research the historical origins of the common phrase “Separation of Church and State,” and write a 3–5-page research paper in Turabian format, citing 5–7 scholarly sources to support your analysis of the role of that phrase in modern political debate.

Criteria

Points Possible

Points Earned

Content/Development:

All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way. All elements of the paper as described in the instructions are thoroughly analyzed.

Content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive.

Major points are stated clearly and are supported by professional literature and/or logic. Student employs sound, reasoned analysis based on sufficient support, rather than mere opinion.

Meaningful use of source material and analytical reasoning to elaborate upon the topic or theme.

Research is adequate and timely for the topic.

Adequate quality and quantity of cited sources to support positions.

Quality of Analysis. Lessons from applicable modules/weeks fully incorporated.

0 to 20 points

Organization:

The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.

Ideas flow in a logical sequence.

The structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow. All necessary aspects of the assignment as described in the instructions are clearly identifiable and adequately addressed.

The paper’s organization emphasizes the central theme or purpose.

Paragraph transitions are present, logical, and direct the flow of thought throughout the paper.

The conclusion logically derives from the paper’s ideas.

Lessons from applicable modules/weeks fully incorporated.

0 to 20 points

Format:

Page requirements met. Citation requirements met.

The paper is laid out effectively and uses reader-friendly aids (e.g., section summaries, tables of contents, indices, appendices, etc.) when appropriate.

The reference page(s) contains complete, properly formatted, current Turabian style citations for all support utilized.

The paper follows current Turabian format.

The paper is written in 12pt font, Times New Roman, double-spaced and 1” margins.

Lessons from applicable modules/weeks fully incorporated.

0 to 20 points

Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling:

Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.

Spelling is correct. Lessons from applicable modules/weeks fully incorporated.

0 to 20 points

Readability/Style:

Sentences are complete, clear and concise; Rhetorical skill shown.

Sentences are well constructed with consistently strong and varied structure.

Sentence transitions are present and direct the flow of thought.

Words used are precise, accurate, clear, and unambiguous.

Authoritative, persuasive, and statesmanlike voice.

Lessons from applicable modules/weeks fully incorporated.

0 to 20 points

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