This essay should be about four to six pages long (without including title page and list of cited references). This essay prompt asks that you engage in a reflection about the course’s contents (no library research is needed; engaging only with the textbook’s contents and other course materials is required). You must:
\na] Read the New York Times article, \u201cIn Narrow Decision, Supreme Court Sides With Baker Who Turned Away Gay Couple\u201d (see the folder Recent Press Articles of Interest at the Student Resources link). Briefly summarize the case.
\nb] Read the New York Times article, \u201cBritish Jury Delivers First Conviction for Female Genital Cutting\u201d (see the folder Recent Press Articles of Interest at the Student Resources link). Briefly summarize the case.
\nc] Use as many specific concepts and contents (no vague reference accepted) from this course to develop a sophisticated discussion of the significance of these two cases when considered together. Indeed, they contrast meaningfully: the first case is decided by the U.S. Supreme Court in favor of a religious perspective abd belief system at the detriment, perhaps, of “individual sexual rights,” while the second could be seen as promoting individual rights by limiting the reach of religious and cultural traditions–some of which are criminalized by law (female genital cutting). In this section of your essay, you should engage in a discussion of all aspects of the contrast made by the two cases (two NYT articles) and the beliefs in the existence of supernatural forces\/beings each are grounded on. You should focus on what you find most relevant in the development of your sophisticated argument, FROM AN ANTHROPOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE. This means that I am not looking for you to attempt to simply write a summary of the legal arguments presented only. YOUR DISCUSSION MUST ENGAGE WITH COURSE CONTENTS, and as you know, this is not a legal studies course, but a course that could be identified as belonging to the subfield called “the anthropology of religion.” That argument should make as many relevant references to the course’s contents as possible. This section of your essay may not focus on one of the articles only. It must focus instead on the significance of the contrast between both cases.
\nYour accurate utilization of course contents in the development of a well-constructed argument will be the major criteria used to evaluate your essay.
\nYou must use the Author-Date Chicago Manual of Style (see the Student Resources link) to cite your written sources (including the textbook) and list your references cited at the end of your essay.
\nYOU MAY NOT QUOTE. YOU SHOULD PARAPHRASE INSTEAD. THE PROFESSOR WANTS TO HEAR YOUR OWN VOICE.
\nYour essay must have a brief introduction, and must end with a list of cited references.
\nYou must submit your essay as a Word file.
\nThis assignment is graded according to your ability to identify and articulate an argument about the central focus of the essay (the significance of the contrast between the two cases referred to in the two NYT articles, marshal evidence from the course’s materials to support the sophisticated argument you develop, as well as to show your ability to follow directions, present accurate information and cite examples from the texts that you paraphrase. Finally, this assignment will be graded on your demonstrated ability to adequately understand anthropological explanations and adhere to the rules of English grammar. For this assignment, I look for whether you have developed a sound argument and whether you have constructed logical paragraphs that explain how the examples you have chosen support your statement about the question’s focus\/target.
\nYou are advised to take a look at the grading rubric below. It should further explain what the professor is looking for.
\nFinal Essay Grading Rubric (1)
\nFinal Essay Grading Rubric (1)
\nCriteria\tRatings\tPts
\nThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOverall Impression\t33 to >27.72 pts
\nExcellent
\nAuthor directly addresses the main question or issue, and adds new insight to the subject not provided in lectures, readings, or class discussions. The author has retained nearly all of the knowledge presented in the textbook and other class materials. He\/She is able to synthesize this knowledge in new ways and relate to material not covered in the course.\t27.72 to >22.44 pts
\nProficient
\nAuthor competently addresses main question or issue, but does not add much new insight into the subject. That said, it is clear that the author has learned a great deal in class and is able to communicate this knowledge to others.\t22.44 to >17.16 pts
\nLimited
\nAuthor attempts to address the main question or issue, but fails. The author has retained some information from the course, but does not fully understand its meaning or context and cannot clearly convey it to others.\t17.16 to >0 pts
\nPoor
\nEssay does NOT address the main question or issue, and it is obvious that the author has not retained any information from the course.
\n33 pts
\nThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeArgument\t35 to >29.4 pts
\nExcellent
\nEssay contains a clear argument\u2014i.e., lets the reader know exactly what the author is trying to communicate.\t29.4 to >23.8 pts
\nProficient
\nAn argument is present, but reader must reconstruct it from the text.\t23.8 to >18.2 pts
\nLimited
\nAuthor attempts, but fails, to make an argument (e.g., starts with a rhetorical question\/statement or anecdote that is never put into context).\t18.2 to >0 pts
\nPoor
\nNo attempt is made to articulate an argument.
\n35 pts
\nThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence\t33 to >27.72 pts
\nExcellent
\nProvides compelling and accurate evidence that convinces reader to accept main argument. The importance\/relevance of all pieces of evidence is clearly stated. There are no gaps in reasoning\u2014i.e., the reader does not need to assume anything or do additional research to accept main argument.\t27.72 to >22.44 pts
\nProficient
\nProvides necessary evidence to convince reader of most aspects of the main argument but not all. The importance\/ relevance of some evidence presented may not be totally clear. Reader must make a few mental leaps or do some additional research to fully accept all aspects of main argument.\t22.44 to >17.16 pts
\nLimited
\nNot enough evidence is provided to support the author’s argument, or evidence is incomplete, incorrect, or oversimplified. Information from lectures and readings is not effectively used.\t17.16 to >0 pts
\nPoor
\nEither no evidence is provided, or there are numerous factual mistakes, omissions or oversimplifications. There is little or no mention of information from lectures and readings.
\n33 pts
\nThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCounter-Evidence\t33 to >27.72 pts
\nExcellent
\nThe author considers the evidence, or alternate interpretations of evidence, that could be used to refute or weaken his\/her argument, and thoughtfully responds to it.\t27.72 to >22.44 pts
\nProficient
\nAuthor acknowledges that counter-evidence or alternative interpretations exists, and lists them fully, but does not effectively explain to readers why his\/her argument still stands.\t22.44 to >17.16 pts
\nLimited
\nAuthor acknowledges some of the most obvious counter-evidence and alternative explanations, but is not comprehensive in this task. There is little or no attempt made to respond to them.\t17.16 to >0 pts
\nPoor
\nNo acknowledgement of counter-evidence or alternative interpretations.
\n33 pts
\nThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCitations\t33 to >27.72 pts
\nExcellent
\nAll evidence is properly cited according to the Author-Date Chicago Manual of Style.\t27.72 to >22.44 pts
\nProficient
\nAll evidence is cited according to the Author-Date Chicago Manual of Style, but there are some minor problems with completeness or format of some citations.\t22.44 to >17.16 pts
\nLimited
\nSome pieces are unreferenced or inaccurately referenced, and there are problems with completeness and format of citations.\t17.16 to >0 pts
\nPoor
\nNo attempt is made to cite evidence.
\n33 pts
\nThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity and Style\t33 to >27.72 pts
\nExcellent
\nAll sentences are grammatically correct and clearly written. No words are misused or unnecessarily fancy. Technical terms, words from other languages, and words from other historical periods are always explained. All information is accurate and up-to-date. Paper has been spell-checked AND proofread (ideally by you and somebody else), and contains no errors.\t27.72 to >22.44 pts
\nProficient
\nAll sentences are grammatically correct and clearly written. An occasional word is misused or unnecessarily fancy. Technical terms, words from other languages, and words from other historical periods are usually, but not always, explained. All information is accurate and up-to-date. Paper has been spell-checked AND proofread, and contains no more than a few minor errors, which do not adversely affect the reader\u2019s ability to understand the essay.\t22.44 to >17.16 pts
\nLimited
\nA few sentences are grammatically incorrect or not clearly written. Several words are misused. Technical terms, words from other languages, and words from other historical periods are rarely explained. Not all information is accurate and up-to-date. Paper has been spell-checked AND proofread, but still contains several errors. Reader\u2019s ability to understand essay may be compromised by these errors.\t17.16 to >0 pts
\nPoor
\nPaper is full of grammatical errors and bad writing. Several words are misused. Technical terms, words from other languages, and words from other historical periods are rarely explained. Not all information is accurate and up-to-date. Paper has not been spell-checked or proofread, and contains numerous errors. Reader has a difficult time understanding essay because of errors.
\n33 pts
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