Music and Culture: Grading Guidelines
   
  The paper...
A
  •   demonstrates a novel and creative approach.
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  •   is well researched with critical sources other than those discussed in class.
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  •   applies rigorous and challenging critical theories to the subject.
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    B
  •   fully meets the specified assignment.
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  •   states a thesis.
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  •   employs adequate and reliable sources to prove the thesis.
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  •   explains why the thesis is important.
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  •   approaches sources critically.
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  •   correctly cites sources in the text using the MLA format (see the Skidmore Guide to Writing).
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  •   correctly lists sources at the end of the essay in MLA format (see the Skidmore Guide to Writing).
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  •   exhibits correct spelling, punctuation, grammar, and vocabulary.
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  •   presents a balanced approach to the subject.
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  •   is clear, logical, and persuasive.
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  •   is submitted on time.
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    C
  •   has many of the above characteristics, but fails to realize them fully.
    •        (The writer needs to work through at least one more draft.)
     
    D
  •   has significant problems and/or numerous small problems.
    •        (The writer needs to devote substantially more time to this assignment.)
     
    F
  •   has substantial problems.
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      Gordon Thompson     5 March, 2011