Reli448N Comparison-contrast essay
Im trying to study for my Writing course and I need some help to understand this question.
January 2020
Week 3 Assignment: Comparison-Contrast Essay
- Due Jan 26 by 11:59pm
- Points 200
- Submitting a file upload
Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
- Textbook: Chapter 4
- Lesson
- Minimum of 4 scholarly sources (at least 2 for Hinduism & 2 for Buddhism)
Instructions
Select one of the following pairs and compare and contrast these ideas in the religious traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism:
- Self/No-self
- Samsara/Nirvana
- Karma/Rebirth
Your paper should include an introduction and thesis that clearly states your central claim, thoughtful examples and analysis in your body paragraphs, and a conclusion to finalize your thoughts.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
- Length: 1200-1400 words (not including title page or references page)
- 1-inch margins
- Double spaced
- 12-point Times New Roman font
- Title page
- References page (minimum of 4 scholarly sources)
Grading
This activity will be graded based on the Written Assignment Grading Rubric.
Weekly Objectives (WO)
WO5.1, 5.6, 5.8
Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday
Rubric
Written Analysis Grading Rubric – 200 pts
Written Analysis Grading Rubric – 200 pts
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Length
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5.0 pts Outstanding Meets length requirement |
0.0 pts No Effort Does not meet length requirement |
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Content
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20.0 pts Outstanding Addresses all aspects of the assignment. |
17.0 pts Above Average Addresses most aspects of the assignment. |
15.0 pts Average Addresses some aspects of the assignment. |
12.0 pts Below Average Addresses few aspects of the assignment. |
0.0 pts No Effort |
20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Analysis & Support
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100.0 pts Outstanding Throughout the whole work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages course materials and outside resources to support assertions; supports claims with detailed and persuasive examples. |
85.0 pts Above Average Throughout most of the work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages course materials and outside resources to support assertions; supports claims with detailed and persuasive examples. |
75.0 pts Average Throughout some of the work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages course materials and outside resources to support assertions; supports claims with detailed and persuasive examples. |
60.0 pts Below Average Throughout little of the work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages course materials and outside resources to support assertions; supports claims with detailed and persuasive examples. |
0.0 pts No Effort |
100.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Organization
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35.0 pts Outstanding Paper is clear and cohesive. Central idea is developed and expanded. Introduction and Conclusion support the overall flow of the paper. |
29.75 pts Above Average Paper is basically well-organized and clear. Central idea is clearly discernible and is developed with a minimum of non-related material present. |
26.25 pts Average Paper has some issues with flow and cohesion. Central ideas are stated, but not developed. Paper lacks organization. |
21.0 pts Below Average Paper lacks organization and has difficulty staying on track. Central themes are difficult to identify. |
0.0 pts No Effort |
35.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Writing
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25.0 pts Outstanding Throughout the whole work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety. |
21.25 pts Above Average Throughout most of the work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety. |
18.75 pts Average Throughout some of the work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety. |
15.0 pts Below Average Throughout little of the work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety. |
0.0 pts No Effort |
25.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome APA: Citation and Reference Formatting
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15.0 pts Outstanding Throughout the whole work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style. |
12.75 pts Above Average Throughout most of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style. |
11.25 pts Average Throughout some of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style. |
9.0 pts Below Average Throughout little of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style. |
0.0 pts No Effort |
15.0 pts
