Final Paper: Ethical Analysis of the BP Oil Spill
Provides an Introduction That Contains a Thesis Statement
Total: 0.50
Distinguished - Provides an exceptional introduction and includes a clearly composed thesis sentence.
Describes the Environmental Challenge and the Different Interests (e.g., BP, Local Businesses, Animals That Rely Upon Habitat, Etc.) Who/That are Affected By the BP Oil Spill
Total: 5.00
Distinguished - Fully describes the environmental challenges and the different interests affected by the BP oil spill.
Identifies and Describes Relevant Value Systems
Total: 5.00
Distinguished - Relevant value systems are fully identified and described.
Explains Environmental Justice Issues
Total: 5.00
Distinguished - Fully explains environmental justice issues.
Presents a Persuasive Argument that Answers what Could Have Been Done, what Should have Been Done, and What She/He Would Have Done, Using the Concepts Discussed in Class
Total: 5.00
Distinguished - Expertly presents a persuasive argument that indicates what could have been done, what should have been done and what you would have done. Uses concepts discussed in class.
Provides a Conclusion that Summarizes the Paper
Total: 0.50
Distinguished - Provides an exceptional conclusion that summarizes the paper.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Total: 3.00
Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors, and is very easy to understand.
APA Formatting
Total: 1.00
Distinguished - Accurately uses APA formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.
Page Requirement
Total: 1.00
Distinguished - The paper meets the specific page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.
Source Requirement
Total: 4.00
Distinguished - Uses more than the required number of scholarly sources, providing compelling evidence to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.