Comparison between Black Theology and Latino Theology (100% Original)

THST 3236:  God and the Human Experience                                                      Paper #2

Professor Karen Enriquez                                                                                     Fall 2016 

Guidelines:

1.    Deadline: Submit a hard copy of your paper on Nov. 21 between 8:45-9:15am in class.  

2.    Page limit: 3-4 pages. Anything beyond the page limit WILL NOT be read.

3.    Format: Font: Times New Roman, Size 12, double-spaced, 1” margin all around. Include your name, section and page numbers

4.    Use in-text citation and not footnotes (author’s last name, title of the article, and page number). 

5.    There is no need for a “Works Cited” or bibliography page since you are using sources from our readings.  

6.    Late papers will be marked down by one letter grade (i.e. A- to B+) for every day that they are late.  

7.    Email/electronic submissions will not be accepted.  

A Comparative Paper

Explore a theological doctrine or concept (sin, suffering, salvation, cross, God, image of God, etc.) in greater detail through a comparison of two different theologies.  At least one of these theologies should come from our discussions after the midterm (Queer theology, Black and Womanist theologies).  The goal of the comparison is to have a deeper understanding of that concept so the comparison is not meant simply to demonstrate the similarities between the two theologies but also their differences or how the comparison expands the definition or understanding of that concept.  In the end, write about how this expanded definition may be releComparison between vant to our contemporary situation.

1.    Start with a thesis statement that expresses your position/argument (20 words or less). The thesis should serve as the title of your essay so set it off at the beginning of the essay in bold letters.  

2.    As part of your introduction, outline your arguments and which sources you will use to support your arguments.  

3.    Make sure to adequately summarize the key arguments of each of the two theologies you are comparing and how they define and explain your theological doctrine/concept.  

4.    Don’t simply compare the similarities but also analyze the differences of the two theologies and how that expands the understanding of the doctrine.  

5.    As you explain your thesis, do not forget to support your explanation by quoting passages from at least two of our various readings to show how you’re integrating their points into your thinking.

a.    Learn from, engage, and cite the course texts but speak for yourself. In other words, don’t just string passages together or quote a long passage without an explanation.  


b.    When you quote, you must unpack and explain the lines you have quoted. What does the passage mean? How does it fit in? Tell the reader how the quote advances your point. 


c.    Refer to authors by their full names or their last names (not their first names). 
See instruction above for citations.

6.    Be precise. Write what you mean. Use words that communicate effectively. 


7.    Review the Grading Criteria/Rubrics as reference for writing a good paper.  

Grading Criteria/Rubrics 1.  Thoughtfulness  (25%)                 

Superior, exceptional and distinctive mastery of course material.   The writer demonstrates excellent critical reading, thinking and analytical skills.  The writer goes beyond the obvious or superficial in their treatment of the topic.  The writer appears serious, engaged, or deeply absorbed in the issue.  The writer demonstrates very substantive intellectual curiosity. If the writer cites peers, visitors, or instructor, s/he demonstrates respect for their ideas and values even though s/he may disagrees with their views.   The writer distinguishes her/himself from the majority of peers. 

2.    Thoroughness (30%)                  

The essay writer fully addresses the topic, its various angles, and its subtleties. Specific, developed details are provided.   The writer substantively elaborates her/his ideas within the constraints of the assignment.    The writer completes all aspects of the assignments, its various parts and sections.  Research or course material is not overused.  The writer does not fall unusually short or exceed the scope or length of the assignment.

3.  Evidence (30%)                            

The writer makes excellent use of course readings, documentaries, discussions, visitors, (and if required) additional readings, etc.  It is clear that the writer read the material and can substantively integrate evidence to support her/his arguments.  The supportive material is correctly documented, appropriate for the topic, and seamlessly incorporated into the body of the paper.  There is not a preponderance of quoted material; instead, there is an appropriate amount of judiciously used quoted material. 

4.    Clarity (15%)                                

The argument is well-composed.  There is a logical progression of ideas.  There is a clear thesis and helpful transitions.  The paper is organizationally coherent.  The essay is completely free of grammatical/syntactical/spelling/punctuation errors. If applicable, the type is clear and the ink bold.