Opinion Paper
Week 1 Assignment: Opinion Paper
Below is the assessment of your written paper assignment.
Written Assignment
Grading Form
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Content (70%) |
Points Earned: X / 7 |
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· All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way. Major points are stated clearly & supported by specific details, examples, or analysis. · Provided substantive definitions for terms · Consider what you have learned about the schools of thought and theories. In your opinion, which is the best way to mitigate crime, using the justice system or social control? · Met word count of 350 – 700 words |
Comments: TBD
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Organization (15%) |
Points Earned: X / 1.5 |
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· The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment. · The introduction provides a sufficient background on the topic and previews major points. · Paragraph transitions (or section headings) are present, logical, and maintain the flow throughout the paper. · The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and reviews the major points. |
Comments: TBD
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Mechanics (15%) |
Points Earned: X / 1.5 |
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· The paper—including tables and graphs, headings, title page, and reference page— is consistent with APA formatting guidelines and meets course-level requirements. · Intellectual property is recognized with in-text citations and a reference page. · Rules of spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed. · Sentences are complete, clear, concise, and varied. |
Comments: TBD
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Total Point Earned: XX / 10 Comments: TBD |