Overview
Assignment Details
- First, discuss the concepts and harms (both physical and cognitive) of environmental injustice and environmental racism and how the terms are different (make sure to include Harriet Washington's descriptions).
- Then, identify policies that created environmental injustice.
- Finally assess policies that could work toward environmental justice.
Assignment Guidelines
Please review the rubric, the information listed below, and the Written Assignment Guidelines to ensure earning full point
Exemplary Paper: The paper is extremely well organized, makes excellent transitions from point to point, no spelling or grammatical errors, and all references correctly cited. There are clear opening, body, and conclusion sections. The paper should be 4 pages, in APA format, and include connections to your research with citations.
Rubric
JUS 103 Week 6 Assignment: Social Justice and the Environment
JUS 103 Week 6 Assignment: Social Justice and the Environment | ||
Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiscussed concepts/harms of environmental injustice/racism. Included Harriet Washington's descriptions. | 20 ptsExemplaryDemonstrates an advanced understanding of the primary thesis that sparks the interest of the reader and clearly identifies competencies/outcomes to be achieved. 18 ptsMasteryDemonstrates an accomplished understanding of the primary thesis that sparks the interest of the reader and identifies competencies/outcomes to be achieved. 16 ptsProficientDemonstrates an acceptable understanding of the primary thesis, however competencies/outcomes to be achieved are not clearly defined. 14 ptsEmergingDemonstrates an inadequate understanding of the primary thesis and does not identify the competencies/outcomes to be achieved. 0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationDoes not reflect an understanding of the primary thesis and does not identify the competencies/outcomes to be achieved. | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentified policies that created environmental injustice. Assessed policies that could work toward environmental justice. | 20 ptsExemplaryDemonstrates an advanced understanding of the primary thesis that sparks the interest of the reader and clearly identifies competencies/outcomes to be achieved. 18 ptsMasteryDemonstrates an accomplished understanding of the primary thesis that sparks the interest of the reader and identifies competencies/outcomes to be achieved. 16 ptsProficientDemonstrates an acceptable understanding of the primary thesis, however competencies/outcomes to be achieved are not clearly defined. 14 ptsEmergingDemonstrates an inadequate understanding of the primary thesis and does not identify the competencies/outcomes to be achieved. 0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationDoes not reflect an understanding of the primary thesis and does not identify the competencies/outcomes to be achieved. | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking/ Analytical Skills | 20 ptsExemplaryPresents an insightful and thorough analysis of all issues identified; consistently demonstrates the use of critical thinking/analytical skills. 18 ptsMasteryPresents a thorough analysis of most of the issues identified; demonstrates the use of critical thinking/analytical skills. 16 ptsProficientPresents a superficial analysis of some of the issues identified; minimal demonstration of the use of critical thinking/analytical skills. 14 ptsEmergingPresents an incomplete analysis of the issues identified; demonstrates little or no use of critical thinking/analysis skill. 0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationDoes not present any critical thinking/analysis. | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUtilization of Research | 20 ptsExemplarySupplements with relevant and extensive research. 18 ptsMasterySupplements with relevant research. 16 ptsProficientSupplements with limited research. 14 ptsEmergingMinimally supplements with research. 0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationDoes not include relevant research. | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormat and Presentation | 20 ptsExemplaryThe format and quality overall exceeds expectations listed in the assignment. 18 ptsMasteryThe format and quality overall meets all expectations listed in the assignment 16 ptsProficientThe format and quality overall meets some of the expectations listed in the assignment. 14 ptsEmergingThe format and quality overall meets few expectations listed in the assignment. 0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationThe format and quality overall does not meet any of the expectations listed in the assignment. | 20 pts |
Total Points: 100