Academic Writing (Philosophy)

The Essay QuesYon

· •  Defend a thesis about: (1) euthanasia and assisted suicide, (2) aborYon, (3) sexual morality (including gay marriage), and (4) biotechnology, while demonstraYng mastery of course material.

· •  Grading rubric

– Have you answered the quesYon by clearly staYng a thesis about each issue and providing a coherent argument (10 points)?

· –  Have you demonstrated mastery of course material by referring to relevant authors and texts and by showing understanding of key concepts and ideas (10 points)?

· –  Have you demonstrated philosophical skill in your wriYng by responding to counterRexamples and objecYons and by demonstraYng awareness of the complexity of the issue (10 points)?