Globalization

ANTH  150B:  Ways  of  Being  Human   Fall  2017

  Final Paper Rubric

Note: This document describes the criteria on which you will be graded. Use it to help double-check your paper as you are writing and before you submit it.

I. ANALYSIS AND ARGUMENT

1.   The author offers a thoughtful analysis of the primary products that go into the commodity chain. The paper gives readers a good explanation of where the chain’s primary products probably came from and does not leave anything important out. 


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Seriously deficient Needs some improvement Excellent work 


2.  The paper shows a detailed understanding of how the primary product or products were manufactured into the commodity including the main processes of manufacturing, their locations, and includes a consideration of working condition, wages, etc. 


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Seriously deficient Needs some improvement Excellent work

3.  The paper includes detailed description how the product was designed and marketed, including who designed the item, what marketing strategies were established, and where this would have taken place. It might also discuss key aspects of how the design (process), marketing strategies, and consumption patterns have changed over time.

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Seriously deficient Needs some improvement Excellent work

4. The paper includes detailed discussion and insightful evaluation of how this commodity chain might be made more equitable, sustainable, efficient, etc.

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Seriously deficient Needs some improvement Excellent work

5. A number of other features of the commodity chain at each step are discussed as part of the commodity chain analysis. Examples: transportation, laws & regulation, environmental considerations, etc. 


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Seriously deficient Needs some improvement Excellent work

6. Course concepts are included in the analysis and used correctly. The way the author applied these concepts in the paper demonstrates an excellent understanding of the course material. 


ANTH  150B:  Ways  of  Being  Human   Fall  2017

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Seriously deficient Needs some improvement Excellent work

7.  The paper is written in a way that never leaves the reader asking, “So what?” or “Why should I care?” The author makes it clear why analyzing this commodity chain is important. 


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Seriously deficient Needs some improvement Excellent work

II. WRITING

Length:

The paper is very focused. The author does not waste words, and there is minimal “fluff” in the text.

Criteria not met Criteria met, but needs improvement Excellent!

Sentence Structure:


The paper was written in a way that was easy to read and understand. Sentences flow smoothly, and the writer correctly uses a variety of sentence lengths and structures to move the reader along easily.

Criteria not met Criteria met, but needs improvement Excellent!

Grammar/Proofreading:


The author demonstrates an excellent grasp of English grammar and syntax, and the paper is thoroughly proofread. There are no incomplete sentences, capitalization or punctuation mistakes, or typos.

Criteria not met Criteria met, but needs improvement Excellent!

Organization:


The paper’s topic and purpose are introduced in an introduction, paragraphs begin with strong topic sentences, and ideas are consistently treated throughout the paper. Overall, it is clear why the author organized the discussion in the way it is presented.

Criteria not met Criteria met, but needs improvement Excellent!

Vocabulary/Word Choice:


The author’s vocabulary choices are accurate and appropriate. Words are not used incorrectly and the author avoids slang and clichés.

Criteria not met Criteria met, but needs improvement Excellent!

ANTH  150B:  Ways  of  Being  Human   Fall  2017

  III. CHECKLIST

YES J NO L

Student name, TA name, commodity & section number in top right corner

Included word count at end of paper

Double-spaced, 1-inch margins (

Page numbers are included

Each data source is cited in the text whenever it is used

All data sources are cited in alphabetic order in a bibliography!