What is this assignment?
You have learned about several core components of the adolescent experience. Now is your time to apply those lessons! For this assignment, you will read through a fictional description of Wednesday Adams and some problems she is going through as a teenage girl. Morticia and Gomez Adams need your help. They want you to assess her situation and explain why she might be acting this way and what they can do to help her. Your letter should examine three issues Wednesday is going through (explain why it might be happening, and offer advice for how to assist her through these issues based on the information we have learned in class). Your final paper should be between 3-5 pages and demonstrate an understanding of several of the big themes from this class.
Grading Rubric: Wednesday Adams Case Study
| Criteria | Excellent (6 points) | Proficient (5 points) | Basic (3-4 points) | Limited (2 points) | Insufficient (0-1 points) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Examination of Three Issues (6 points) | The student thoroughly examines three issues Wednesday is going through with insightful details, demonstrating a deep understanding of the fictional character and the problems she faces. | The student examines three issues in sufficient detail, displaying thoughtfulness in understanding Wednesday’s challenges. | The student briefly addresses three issues but lacks depth or thoughtful analysis. | The student mentions fewer than three issues or provides very shallow analysis. | Fails to identify or address any of the issues Wednesday is going through. |
| Practical Advice Based on Class Lessons (6 points) | The student offers practical and well-grounded advice based on lessons learned in class, connecting class themes to Wednesday’s issues effectively. | The student provides practical advice based on class lessons, though some connections between class themes and Wednesday’s issues may be superficial. | The advice is somewhat practical but lacks strong connections to lessons from the class. | The advice is generic or not well-connected to class lessons. | Fails to offer any practical advice or does not connect advice to class lessons. |
| Meeting Length Requirements and Writing Fluidity (3 points) | The paper meets the length requirements (3-5 pages) and is exceptionally well-organized, with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. The writing is fluid and maintains a strong connection between ideas. (3 points) | The paper meets the length requirements but may lack some organization or coherence in presenting ideas. (2 points) | The paper is below the specified length requirements, and the writing lacks fluidity or clear organization. (1 point) |