HUM/186 Social Media Paper
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Week 2 Essay assignment Grading Rubric and Tips
Social Media Paper
Tips
Compose your essay so you present the information in the same order it is given in the directions.
Use Headings (See the APA Sample Paper posted in wk 1). Here are my suggested headings (in bold type): Hint: Use these headings
Social Media [title of essay]
Introduction (see rubric, tell the reader what the paper is about). Do not use a heading of “Introduction,” the title of the paper replaces that heading.
Easily Obtainable Information
Explain what are the advantages and disadvantages of easily obtainable information.
Pros and Cons of Social Media
Explain what are the advantages and disadvantages of social media.
Impact on Social Media Use
Describe how might knowing these advantages and disadvantages (in the section above) alter how a person might use social media.
Credibility Issues
Explain what credibility issues can arise from information on the Internet.
Conclusion
Always include a formal conclusion on all your APA papers (Yes, even if the directions do not mention it). The Conclusion reflects on why the information you presented in your paper is important. In this case, why or how media literacy affects responsible use of social media. Review important points appropriate to the conclusion (see rubric below).
Notes:
1. APA essays are formal compositions. Avoid informal language. Do not write as if this is an informal book report for class. Avoid writing phrases like, “our text says” or “I think.” Try to write in the style of a journal article as if the reader is not in our class. Use APA citations in place of “our text says.” Base your essay on our readings and not your opinion.
2. Include a title page and reference page (if you cite any sources in your essay). You should have at least one reference – our textbook! I have supplied a sample title page, first page, and reference page (Title Page Template – posted in week 1) that you can use as a template if you need to. Do not include an abstract.
3. Word count is based on the length from the title on the first page of the essay to the end of the conclusion. The title page and reference page do not count toward the total word count requirement.
Be substantive. Provide details, descriptions, explanations, examples and quotations. Cite and reference any sources used according to APA style.
Be sure to refer to our textbook readings! READ the text first, then write your essay – some material for this essay comes from our readings.
Grading Rubric week 2
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Content and Development 60 Percentage Points |
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· All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way. · Identifies advantages and disadvantages of easily obtainable information · Identifies advantages and disadvantages of social media · Addresses how knowing these advantages and disadvantages might alter how a person might use social media · Describes how credibility issues can arise from information found on the Internet · The paper is 700–1,050 words in length. · Supported findings with specific examples. · Formatted consistent with APA guidelines. |
Additional Comments: Read the requirements for an intro in the grading rubric. You must provide “background” – in other words, tell your reader what this paper is about so they know from the beginning what is the purpose of this essay. The directions do not specifically tell you to include an introduction, but you must have an introduction on all your APA essays. See the APA Sample Paper. Likewise, the directions do not specifically tell you to include a formal conclusion, but you must have a formal conclusion on all your APA essays. See the APA Sample Paper. APA headings are required on all APA essays in this course. Read and apply the Grading Rubric and Tips info above. Also, See the APA Sample Paper. |
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· The content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive. |
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· The paper develops a central theme or idea, directed toward the appropriate audience. |
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· Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically. |
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· The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points. |
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· The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and reviews the major points. |
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Readability and Style 20 Percentage Points |
Points Earned xx/20 |
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· Paragraph transitions are present, logical, and maintain the flow throughout the paper. |
Additional Comments: Compose each sentence around one single idea or concept. Compose paragraphs to present one central topic. When you change the topic you are writing about, start a new paragraph. Indent all paragraphs. Do not address the reader directly in an APA essay. This means do not use “you” or “your” in your essays. That is an informal style of writing, like a letter or email. APA is a formal style of writing similar to our textbook style or journal articles. For the same reasons, do not use “we” “our” or “us.” When you are meaning society in general, use the word “society” or “American culture.” When you are intending to discuss how we use media, use words appropriate to the type of media you are discussing, like “users,” “viewers,” “audiences,” “listeners,” or “consumers.”
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· The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment. |
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· Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. |
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· Sentences are well constructed, with consistently strong, varied sentences. |
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· Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought. |
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Mechanics 20 Percentage Points |
Points Earned xx/20 |
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· The paper, including tables and graphs, headings, title page, and reference page, is consistent with APA guidelines and meets course-level requirements. |
Additional Comments: Remember: All APA essays must include an APA Title Page and APA headings. If you use a reference, you must include a citation in the body of the text and a matching reference on a reference page. And you DO want to include references whenever you can – instructors LOVE references! Reference our textbook as a first source whenever you can. See the APA Sample Paper for examples of citations and references. Use your grammar and spell checker on all your assignments. Submit your assignments to WritePoint to help identify problem areas before you submit for a grade. |
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· Intellectual property is recognized with in-text citations and a reference page. |
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· The paper is laid out with effective use of headings, font styles, and white space. |
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· Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed. |
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· Sentences are complete, clear, concise, and varied. |
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· Spelling is correct. |
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Total 100 Percentage Points |
Points Earned xx/100 |
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Overall Comments:
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-10 for too short or too long word count (Keep to the word count limits – this is one of the BASIC requirements for your essays.)
Word count: 700-1050 words:
· Cite readings?: (if so, use APA formatted citations and references)
· On Time? Avoid losing points by meeting the deadline for assignments.
· Plagiarism? Submit your essays to the plagiarism checker before submitting them for a grade.
100% = 10 grade points
Remember: Start your assignments early and not at the last minute! Always strive to complete your essays early so you can submit them to the plagiarism checker and WritePoint before submitting for a grade.
JR Kessler, Ph.D.
University of Phoenix, Faculty
Phone: (325) 695-1628 (Texas-CST)
UOP email: [email protected]
