Use graphical analysis to analyze the issues presented in the current event

 

Use graphical analysis to analyze the issues presented in the current event.(possible graphs: production possibilities, supply and demand, change in supply/demand, change in quantity supplied/demanded, or any other graphical analyses discussed in Seminar 1). Use the topics above and follow the rubric

Current Event

Grading Rubric

Item

Points Possible

Points Earned

Comments

Summary of Article

The introduction and conclusion are strong.

2

Summary of article.  At least four supporting details addressing who, what, where, when, why or how of the article information. 

5

Identification of economic problem or debate and its relation to material studied this week in class.

4

Inclusion of economic terms in the article summary.

3

Curve or equation included to illustrate the economic issue.

3

Solution & Consequences

Solution proposed by student with supporting rationale.

5

Curve or equation included to illustrate the change that would occur if the student’s solution is implemented.

3

Summary of unintended consequences of implementing the student solution.

5

Use of Sources

Sources are cited in the appropriate APA parenthetical format when quoted or paraphrased.

Plagiarism may result in a score of zero for the assignment.

3

Sources are listed at the end of the summary in the appropriate APA bibliographic format.

3

Grammar, Spelling, Word Choice

Demonstrates knowledge and use of writing mechanics (sentence structure, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, etc) to enhance readability.

4

Late Penalty if Applicable

Total Points

40