economic paper

ELO1: Thorough critical analysis, discussion, and writing; students demonstrate the ability to read carefully and express ideas effectively.

Well structured argument

Convincing argument

Introduction: Who, What, When, Where, Why care?

Precise description of what is being proposed

Adequate description of status quo and alternatives

Conclusion/Walk-off: How to move forward?

ELO2: Students further develop basic skills in expository writing and oral expression.

Lack of spelling and grammar errors

Sentence structure: length, run-ons, etc.

Paragraph usage: appropriate length

Paragraph usage: common theme within paragraph

Well written/good flow

Proper credit provided for use of statistics and ideas of others

ELO3: Students access and use information critically and analytically.

Well explained economic intuition

Show, don't tell: use examples and statistics to support claims

Translating statistics into grounded numbers

Presentation of evidence: use of examples and expert statements, not people; non-polarizing; educating

Evidence supports argument

ELO1: Students understand the theories and methods of social scientific inquiry as they apply to the study of organizations and polities.

Uses of sound theory (economic, political science, etc.)

Is it a public policy issues?

Reference to current or proposed policy or policies

Relevant to current debate

Theory is supportive of primary claim(s) of the essay

ELO2: Students understand the formation and durability of political, economic, and social organizing principles and their differences and similarities across contexts.

Proper summary and application of theories discussed

Presentation of opposing theories and ideas alongside those supporting the claims of the essay

ELO3: Students comprehend and assess the nature and values of organizations and polities and their importance in social problem solving and policymaking.

Use of positive analysis to support normative conclusions

Source of the systemic problem

Consideration of multiple solutions