Durkheim Essay prompt:
- Pick a social problem in contemporary society that you learned about in another class. In your essay, describe this problem briefly, citing materials from that class. Then explain how Durkheim would approach the study of this topic, drawing on course lectures and readings (make sure that you describe at least three dimensions of what Durkheim’s approach would look like).
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The grading rubric is available below.
Rubric
Durkheim Essay Rubric
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
|---|---|---|
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary of social problem using outside sources | 4 to >2.0 pts Addressed and using outside sources 2 to >0.0 ptsAddressed but without using outside sources 0 ptsNot addressed | 4 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis of how Durkheim would study this issue (one dimension) | 4 to >2.0 pts Addressed in some depth and showing a strong understanding of course concepts 2 to >0.0 ptsAddressed but very brief or showing weak understanding of course concepts 0 ptsNot addressed | 4 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis of how Durkheim would study this issue (second dimension) | 4 to >2.0 pts Addressed in some depth and showing a strong understanding of course concepts 2 to >0.0 ptsAddressed but very brief or showing weak understanding of course concepts 0 ptsNot addressed | 4 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis of how Durkheim would study this issue (third dimension) | 4 to >2.0 pts Addressed in some depth and showing a strong understanding of course concepts 2 to >0.0 ptsAddressed but very brief or showing weak understanding of course concepts 0 ptsNot addressed | 4 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences to course readings and lectures | 4 to >2.0 pts Incorporates all required course readings and lectures; ideas are referenced appropriately throughout 2 to >0.0 ptsIncorporates some, but not all, required course readings and lectures; referencing is very sporadic 0 ptsNo required course readings and lectures incorporated | 4 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity of writing and organization | 4 to >2.0 pts Clear, cohesive, with intro and conclusion 2 to >0.0 ptsAdequate, but could be revised (e.g., missing intro/conclusion) 0 ptsDifficult to follow, very disorganized | 4 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEssay length | 4 to >2.0 pts Paper length is above 600 words 2 to >0.0 ptsAcceptable, but noticeably shorter than 600 words 0 ptsInsufficient length | 4 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOverall assessment of essay | 4 to >2.0 pts (Very) good 2 to >0.0 ptsAcceptable 0 ptsPoor | 4 pts |
Total Points: 32
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