This criterion is linked to a learning out coreferences and abstract
Your final research paper will focus on the analysis of a belief system in the form of a discussion that relates to religion and anthropology. You will research and write about the belief system that intrigues you, or one you are familiar with, or one that you want to learn more about. Your final paper will be written based on the outline that you delineated in your proposal. Your final paper must have:
An abstract
An introduction with a thesis statementin this section you will describe the belief system that you have researched in detail, you will identify a particular issue (of a cultural, social nature) and you will explain how this belief system addresses the supernaturalall belief systems do, even if youre writing about atheism you need to address the supernatural.
An analysis of the main ideas you will present as part writing about your belief system. Here is where you use content of the literature review that you wrote in your proposal to connect previously written work on your subject matter to your own ideas and analysis of your belief system. For example: Cook (1989) emphasized that many muslim women outside of sub-saharan Africa posses the right to decide for themselves whether they want to wear a veil in public.
A discussion section where you will identify the challenges and/or changes that the belief system is experiencing, and how it fits with the themes discussed in this course.
A conclusion
A references page
This assignment consists of a minimum of 1,750-words.
General guidelines:
You must incorporate the concepts and theories that we covered in this course, and you will locate your discussion in a particular social and historical context.
You will use a minimum of five sources, four of which must be academic, that is, research on belief systems written in academic publications and/or peer reviewed journal articles. This is library work and you must make sure to go to our library and ask the librarian to help you using the librarys research tools if youre unfamiliar with them. Youtube or web videos and/or images cannot be counted as one of your sources.
You will type the paper using Arial or Times New Roman font, double spaced, 1-inch margins, 12-point font.
You will reference and use in-text citations following APA format. Please make sure that your References page is formatted correctly in APA, following the guidelines located hereLinks to an external site..
Rubric
Research Paper Rubric for 116W
Research Paper Rubric for 116W
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuestion and thesis (content)
20 pts
Mastery
Constructed a thoughtful and insightful thesis which required challenging or provocative research. The work breaks new ground and/or contributes to knowledge in the area.
13 pts
Proficient
Constructed a focused question/thesis that involved appropriate research. Work may be repetitious and derivative.
6 pts
Developing
Used a question/thesis requiring little creative thought and minimal research.
1 pts
Partial Attempt
Question/thesis is non-existent, confusing, common and/or unchallenging.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSources and application
20 pts
Mastery
Gathered a great deal of information with clear criteria in mind. Used a variety of authoritative (peer-reviewed) sources. At least 3 peer reviewed sources and at least a total of 5 sources.
13 pts
Proficient
Gathered sufficient information with criteria in mind. Used at least 5 sources, even if not all required peer reviewed sources are present.
6 pts
Developing
Gathered information that was useful, but perhaps not particularly challenging or insightful. Little variety in source. Source authority questionable.
1 pts
Partial Attempt
Minimal information gathered. Connection to argument is weak. Little attention to the authority of the sources.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences and Abstract
20 pts
Mastery
Contains a flawless APA formatted Work Cited Page and an abstract that provides concise summary of key points of argument.
13 pts
Proficient
Includes APA Work Cited page with some errors, but does not compromise integrity of the source used. Abstract is present and provides summary of key points of argument.
6 pts
Developing
Includes APA Work Cited page with several errors. The source is missing essential information, which decreases its credibility. Abstract is present.
1 pts
Partial Attempt
Does not include an APA Work Cited page, or does not follow any of the APA guidelines. The source is questionable due to errors and/or lack of information. Abstract may or may not be present.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDevelopment of Ideas
20 pts
Mastery
Shows insight in drawing conclusions from information gathered. Information is organized in a logical manner to support the writers conclusions.
13 pts
Proficient
Draws conclusions from the information. Information is organized. Shows skill in approaching problem in a logical manner
6 pts
Developing
Conclusions are predictable and/or basic. Organization, while present, is awkward, jumbled and/or confusing at times. Logic may be confusing or invalid
0 pts
Partial Attempt
Draws no conclusions and/or demonstrates little purpose for gathering data. Lacks organization.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCommunication of Ideas
20 pts
Mastery
Precise and effective use of grammar, usage, mechanics and APA formatting. Meets or exceeds length requirement. Academic voice is present, seamlessly integrated and creative (No more than 3 mistakes)
13 pts
Proficient
Effective use of grammar, usage, mechanics and formatting. Meets length requirement. Academic voice is exclusively used (4-8 mistakes)
6 pts
Developing
Grammar, usage, mechanics and formatting are present, yet errors impede communication of ideas. May not meet length requirement. Uses academic voice occasionally 9-10 mistakes)
0 pts
Partial Attempt
Communicates minimal information. Grammar, usage, mechanics and format have technical errors. Does not meet length requirement. Does not use academic voice (more than 10 mistakes)
20 pts
Total Points: 100
