Ethics Grade sheet /100

Content: /40

_ The title reflect the paper’s content and tone.
_ The paper has a clear focus and explicit thesis.
_ The paper systematically addresses the issues.
_ The author provides enough background information.
_ The author provides adequate support for each key point
_ The author uses compelling quotations.
_ The author cites appropriate authorities and sources.
_ The author cites a wide range of sources.
_ The author cites enough sources.
_ The paper includes reference to professional code of ethics.
_ The paper identifies both powerful arguments and counter-arguments.
_ The paper examines another perspective with respect.
_ The author provides a coherent, logical argument without obvious flaws.
_ Does the paper provide a persuasive argument?

Structure: /40

_ The paper identifies a target audience
_ The paper includes a compelling introduction.
_ The paper ends with a clear call to action.
_ The author frames the debate in a cogent manner.
_ The paper contains at least 3 main points.
_ The author provides sufficient evidence to support each point.
_ The author chooses a variety of relevant evidence (facts, quotes, analogies, etc)?
_ The author uses both primary and secondary sources.
_ The author writes coherent and logical paragraphs.
_ The author supports and develops a lucid argument.
_ The author effectively use a range of transitions?

Style: /20

_ Tone and style compel the reader’s attention
_ Tone and style match the target audience’s expectation
_ Strong vocabulary
_ Range of sentence structures
_ includes clear definitions
_ Contains concise, clear sentencesGood mistakes:
_ Inappropriate/inaccurate title
_ Inadequate background and context
_ Superficial treatment of the issues
_ Logical flaws.
_ Omission of relevant facts.
_ Dated sources.
_ Not enough sources
_ inappropriate sources
_ Weak intro
_ Weak conclusion
_ Weak body
_ insufficient supporting evidence
_ spelling errors
_ Poor/limited vocabulary
_ grammar problems
_ Citation problems
_ Superficial surface errors
_ Other

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