Global Current Events

REQUIREMENTS:

Summarizes the global current event. Include who, what, where, when, why, and how of the event. Discusses how your chosen global social problem relates to this current event. Includes a link to source.

POSSIBLE

20

ACTUAL

Provides a clear analysis of the prevalence of the social problem associated with the current event and how they intersect with class. What factors have been cited as causes of the social problem? How has the country responded to the social problem? Is the current event a response to or a result of the social problem? Answer is supported.

23

Provides a concise and strong assessment of what other factors contribute to the inequality of the social problem within the context of the current event.

22

Determined strategies that could be implemented to alleviate the social problem within the context of the current event.

15

A minimum of three appropriate and relevant academic sources, including primary sources, are used.

15

Solid academic writing with a minimum of 750-1,000 words, and correct use of APA formatting.

5

TOTAL

100