phylosophy
PHIL 1301: Introduction to Philosophy
Fall 2017
Jennifer K. Greene
Discussion Paper Three: Rubric
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Introduction |
The general topic of political philosophy is introduced and the comparison between Marx and Rand is announced. |
5 |
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Marx |
Marx’s theory of what is wrong with present society is explained
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15 |
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Rand |
Marx’s theory of what is wrong with present society is explained
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15 |
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Differences |
The central differences between their theories are identified and discussed
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10 |
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Similarities and prescriptions |
The goals that the two share and their reasons for pursuing them are explained and the similarities are noted
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20 |
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Application – Marx |
A law, program, institution, or other part of society is identified in terms of Marx’s theory – positively or negatively
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10 |
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Application – Rand |
A law, program, institution, or other part of society is identified in terms of Rand’s theory – positively or negatively
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10 |
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Conclusion |
The purpose, form, and value of the discussion is clearly articulated
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5 |
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Grammar, mechanics, mla, Works Cited, etc.
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The paper is free of grammatical and typographical errors, sources are properly cited in-text and in a Works Cited
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10 |