Now that we have analyzed contemporary theories on everyday life, culture, race, and gender, think about how your social or personal issue that you chose at the start of the session for paper 1 relates to at least 3 of the theories from weeks 4 and 5. The paper should be between 750-1000 words (about 3 to 4 double-spaced 12-pt font pages) and address the following:
As you introduce the paper, provide a brief recap of your issue and introduce how you previously connected the classical and grand theories and which theories you will use from weeks 4 to 5. (about 100-150 words)
How do the 3 new theories apply to your topic? Use information from the textbook to support your ideas. (about 350-450 words)
As you conclude the paper, what have you learned about the strengths and implications of applying the theories to your topic? (about 300-400 words)
Be sure to paraphrase in your own words and cite the textbook and any other materials that help you form your thoughts. Use at least 3 to 4 in-text citations of the textbook in APA format with your paraphrases of the information.
Rubric
Theoretical Connections Paper Rubric
Theoretical Connections Paper Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuestion 1
10.0 pts
Distinguished
Overview and significance of the topic are thoroughly explained. Introduction to the topic and theories is summarized and provides strong context for the rest of the paper.
7.0 pts
Proficient
Overview discusses the topic but does not reference anything specific to explain the significance as it relates to theory. Introduction to the topic and theories is summarized and provides some context for the rest of the paper.
5.0 pts
Developing
Overview does not fully introduce the topic or theories that are covered in the paper.
0.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Question is not addressed or answered appropriately.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuestion 2
10.0 pts
Distinguished
Application of the theories is well developed and complete. Compares and contrasts the adequate number of theories and applies each thoroughly to the topic.
7.0 pts
Proficient
Application of the theories is developed but does not completely compare/contrast and connect to the topic. May lack the number of required theories.
5.0 pts
Developing
Does not fully address the application of theories.
0.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Question is not addressed or answered appropriately.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuestion 3
10.0 pts
Distinguished
Question is clearly and thoroughly answered, providing examples and connections to the theories.
7.0 pts
Proficient
Question is answered but not fully and thoroughly connected to examples and theories.
5.0 pts
Developing
Does not fully address the question.
0.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Question is not addressed or answered appropriately.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting/Formatting
5.0 pts
Distinguished
Writing is clear, concise and easy to comprehend. No direct quotes are used. Paraphrasing is used appropriately. APA Formatting, in-text citations and references are correctly aligned to APA with no errors. No grammar, spelling or punctuation errors. Meets word count requirement.
3.0 pts
Proficient
Writing has a few errors that diminish the writing, but does not minimize the clarity of the topic. APA Formatting, In-Text Citations and References have 1-2 errors. 1-2 grammar, spelling or punctuation errors.
1.0 pts
Developing
Writing has many errors that minimize the clarity of the topic. APA Formatting, In-Text Citations and References have 3 or more errors. 3 or more grammar, spelling or punctuation errors.
0.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Writing is difficult to comprehend due to the lack of clarity. APA Formatting, In-Text Citations and References have 3 or more errors. 3 or more grammar, spelling or punctuation errors.
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