One five-page research paper will be due at the end of the semester. This paper will examine a philosophical issue selected by the student. The paper should be typewritten, double spaced, using 11 or 12-point font and standard Modern Language Association format. This research paper will constitute 10% of the course grade. work cited included.

One five-page research paper will be due at the end of the semester. This paper will examine a philosophical issue selected by the student. The paper should be typewritten, double spaced, using 11 or 12-point font and standard Modern Language Association format. This research paper will constitute 10% of the course grade. work cited included.

Grading of Written Work

An “A” paper is substantial, well developed and effectively organized and presented. It demonstrates original or thoughtful engagement with content and sensitivity to diction, tone and style. Its sentences are clear, precise, and well structured. The paper is appropriately formatted and virtually error-free.

A “B” paper contains a number of the strengths of an A paper, but it typically lacks the thoughtfulness, originality, and sensitivity of the superior paper. It is also virtually error-free.

A “C” paper fulfills the assignment and is adequately organized. The writer communicates ideas and develops a thesis, although supporting evidence may be minimal and organization rather mechanical. The writing is not marred by habitual or serious grammatical errors. Thought and expression are competent.

A “D” paper typically is marked by failure to focus on a thesis, poor organization, lack of development, or recurrent mechanical errors.

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