write one paper which demonstrates their understanding of the thought of one thinker we have studied as it applies to an aspect of their life, whether it be a personal issue, a poem, a film, a song, etc. Both the philosophical position and how it relates must be written in a manner that presents a logical sequence and thematic approach.
Students will write one paper which demonstrates their understanding of the thought of one thinker we have studied as it applies to an aspect of their life, whether it be a personal issue, a poem, a film, a song, etc. Both the philosophical position and how it relates must be written in a manner that presents a logical sequence and thematic approach.
Rubric
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Quotation explained in context of the author.
The quote is meant to help explain the position of the thinker you are addressing. The quote enhances your description. A person who is not taking this course should be able to understand this thinker’s position on an issue
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10 pts
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Source from course cited
A quote from one of our readings must be used and cited with a footnote.
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3 pts
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Application
This description of an author’s position must be applied and explained as to whether it agrees or disagrees with the position of the thinker.
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5 pts
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Introduction and Conclusion
The basic theme of the application must be introduced in an introductory paragraph and briefly summed up in a concluding paragraph.
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2 pts
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Total Points: 20
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