American Experience Module 3 Assignment

Unsatisfactory

Emerging

Proficient

Exemplary

Assignment Components (80% of LASA grade)

Created the name, symbol and slogan of the political party

The name, symbol and slogan of the political party were created without originality and did not reflect an understanding of the purpose of symbols and slogans in political persuasion.

The name, symbol, and slogan of the political party were created with some originality but did not tie well to the purpose or platform of the party.

The name, symbol, and slogan of the political party were created with originality and appropriately reflected the purpose and platform of the party.

The name, symbol and slogan of the politcal party were created with an original, unique, and imaginative approach, likely to persuade voters by reflecting the party platform.

Provided an evaluation of each (name, symbol, and slogan) and included its significance

Evaluation and significance of the name, symbol, and slogan were vague or incomplete.

Evaluation and significance of the name, symbol, and slogan reflected some thought, but did not delve into how they connect to the party platform.

Evaluation and significance of the name, symbol, and slogan were complete, accurate, and linked to the party platform.

Evaluation and significance of the name, symbol, and slogan provided an elaborate description and were clearly linked to the party platform.

Distinguished type of political party (single-issue, ideological, splinter, or broad based political party

Type of politcal party was not distinguished.

Type of politcal party was distinguished, but without much support or rationale.

Type of politcal party was distinguished appropriately.

Type of politcal party was distinguished in a highly effective way, including supporting details and examples from the readings.

Organized platform into the three major issue categories

Platform was not organized into three major issue categories.

Platform was minimally organized into three major issue categories.

Platform was thoroughly organized into three major issue categories.

Platform was completely organized into three major issue categories, with multiple examples and sources of support from the readings.

Explained/Summarized each platform issue

Explanation/summarization of each platform issue was incomplete.

Explanation/summarization of each platform issue was partially provided, but minimal support was given.

Explanation/summarization of each platform issue was given with adequate and appropriate examples and references to the readings.

Explanation/summarization of each platform issue was given in detail with multiple insightful examples and references to the readings and other sources.

Organized brochure or flyer to present the new party and distinguished it from other political parties

Brochure was not well organized or distinguishable from other political parties.

Brochure was somewhat organized and distinguishable from other political parties.

Brochure was thoroughly organized and distinguishable from other political parties.

Brochure was completely organized and distinguishable from other political parties. It was creative and both informative and visually appealing

Identified the demographic groups and regions where the new party can garner support

Demographic groups were not identified.

One demographic group was identified.

More than one demographic group was effectively identified.

Multiple demographic groups were identified and clear explanations were provided as to why these groups would likely support the party.

Writing Components (20% of LASA grade)

Organization

Introduction

Thesis

Transitions

Conclusion

Introduction is limited or missing entirely.

The paper lacks a thesis statement.

Transitions are infrequent, illogical, or missing entirely.

Conclusion is limited or missing entirely.

Introduction is present but incomplete or underdeveloped.

The paper is loosely organized around a thesis that may have to be inferred.

Transitions are sporadic.

Conclusion is present, but incomplete or underdeveloped.

Introduction has a clear opening, provides background information, and states the topic.

The paper is organized around an arguable, clearly stated thesis statement.

Transitions are appropriate and help the flow of ideas.

Conclusion summarizes main argument and has a clear ending.

Introduction catches the reader’s attention, provides compelling and appropriate background info, and clearly states the topic.

The paper is well organized around an arguable, focused thesis.

Thoughtful transitions clearly show how ideas relate.

Conclusion leaves the reader with a sense of closure and provides concluding insights.

Usage and Mechanics

Grammar

Spelling

Sentence structure

Writing contains numerous errors in spelling, grammar, and/or sentence structure that severely interferes with readability and comprehension.

Errors in spelling and grammar exist that somewhat interfere with readability and/or comprehension.

Writing follows conventions of spelling and grammar throughout. Errors are infrequent and do not interfere with readability or comprehension.

The paper is basically error free in terms of mechanics. Grammar and mechanics help establish a clear idea and aid the reader in following the writer’s logic.

APA Elements

Attribution

Paraphrasing

Quotations

No attempt at APA format.

APA format is attempted to paraphrase, quote, and cite, but errors are significant.

APA format is utilized to accurately paraphrase, quote and cite in many spots throughout the paper when appropriate or called for. Errors present are not major.

APA format is utilized to accurately paraphrase, quote, and cite throughout the paper when appropriate or called for. No errors or only few minor errors are present.

Style

Audience

Word Choice

Writing often slips into first and/or second person. Word choice is consistently inaccurate, unclear, or inappropriate for the audience.

Writing sometimes slips into first and/or second person. Word choice is sometimes inaccurate, unclear, or inappropriate for the audience.

Writing remains in third person throughout writing. Word choice is accurate, clear and appropriate for the audience.

Writing remains professional in third person throughout writing.

Word choice is precise, appropriate for the audience, and memorable.