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Milton Friedman’s (1970) essay on “The Social Responsibility of Business Is to Increase Its Profits” has long been cited by managers, politicians, and business scholars alike to argue against various forms of social responsibilities of businesses. (1) Engage with Friedman’s arguments by reading his famous essay and summarize his main lines of argument: Why, according to Friedman, should the social responsibility of business be to increase its profits? (You can find the original essay in the Library Resource Organizer Week 1 or on the Internet: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1970/09/13/223535702.html?pageNumber=379)Links to an external site. In the 50 years since the publication, the public debate as well as our understanding of society and business has moved on. On the 50th anniversary of Friedman’s essay, in Sep. 2020, The New York Times published a piece with a series of responses to Friedman. (2) Engage with these thoughts to collect and systematically arrange arguments: Why might businesses have other responsibilities than increasing their profits? (You can find the responses here: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/11/business/dealbook/milton-friedman-doctrine-social-responsibility-of-business.html)Links to an external site. Make use of supplemental material as well as examples/cases, to demonstrate your arguments.
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Milton Friedman’s (1970) essay on “The Social Responsibility of Business Is to Increase
Its Profits” has long been cited by managers, politicians, and business scholars alike to
argue against various forms of social responsibilities of businesses.
(1) Engage with Friedman’s arguments by reading his famous essay and summarize his
main lines of argument:
Why, according to Friedman, should the social responsibility of business be to
increase its profits?
(You can find the original essay in the Library Resource Organizer Week 1 or on the
Internet: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1970/09/13/223535702.ht
ml?pageNumber=379)Links to an external site.
In the 50 years since the publication, the public debate as well as our understanding of
society and business has moved on. On the 50th anniversary of Friedman’s essay, in
Sep. 2020, The New York Times published a piece with a series of responses to
Friedman.
(2) Engage with these thoughts to collect and systematically arrange arguments:
Why might businesses have other responsibilities than increasing their profits?
(You can find the responses
here: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/11/business/dealbook/milton-friedmandoctrine-social-responsibility-of-business.html)Links to an external site.
Make use of supplemental material as well as examples/cases, to demonstrate your
arguments.
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a paper around that portion. You should read all of the assigned materials and
demonstrate this in your analysis by integrating the different concepts.
Papers that demonstrate students’ superior ability to integrate the readings and draw
conclusions that are important to managers and/or policymakers will receive a score of
an A, whereas a D score will be awarded to papers that have weak analytical form and
construction.
Paper 1 Rubric
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeSynthesis
Summarize the main
take-aways in a
concise and clear
manner
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
2.
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeKey
Findings
Discuss key
takeaways across the
readings
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeApplication
Integrate the
different concepts;
draw conclusions
that are important to
organizations
Ratings
5 to >4.25 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Uses appropriate,
relevant, and
compelling content
to illustrate mastery
of the topic.
4.25 to >3.75 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Uses mostly appropriate,
relevant, and compelling
content to explore ideas
but may lack full
development of ideas.
3.75 to >2.5 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Development of
topic may be
lacking.
2.5 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Development of topic
is lacking,
underdeveloped or not
directly related to topic.
5
2.
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeFormatting
and grammar
be no more than two
pages; be singlespaced within and
double-spaced
between paragraphs.
No less than 1-inch
margins and 12point font are
acceptable.
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeCitations &
References
Citations are utilized
correctly. A
formatted reference
list is provided.
Total Points: 15
Previous
Paper 1 Rubric
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Clear and logical flow,
no errors in grammar
or typos.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Citations and references
used appropriately.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully addresses all required
elements. Clear and logical flow, few or
no errors in grammar or typos.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Some citations or references missing or
not appropriately utilized
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Disorganized, many
errors in grammar or
typos.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
No citations or
references used.
2.
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeSynthesis
Summarize the main
take-aways in a
concise and clear
manner
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeKey
Findings
Discuss key
takeaways across the
readings
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
5 to >4.25 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
4.25 to >3.75 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
3.75 to >2.5 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
2.5 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
2.
5
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeApplication
Integrate the
different concepts;
draw conclusions
that are important to
organizations
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeFormatting
and grammar
be no more than two
pages; be singlespaced within and
double-spaced
between paragraphs.
No less than 1-inch
margins and 12point font are
acceptable.
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeCitations &
References
Citations are utilized
correctly. A
formatted reference
list is provided.
Total Points: 15
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Uses appropriate,
relevant, and
compelling content
to illustrate mastery
of the topic.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Clear and logical flow,
no errors in grammar
or typos.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Citations and references
used appropriately.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Uses mostly appropriate,
relevant, and compelling
content to explore ideas
but may lack full
development of ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Development of
topic may be
lacking.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully addresses all required
elements. Clear and logical flow, few or
no errors in grammar or typos.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Some citations or references missing or
not appropriately utilized
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Development of topic
is lacking,
underdeveloped or not
directly related to topic.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Disorganized, many
errors in grammar or
typos.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
No citations or
references used.
2.
Previous
Paper 1 Rubric
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeSynthesis
Summarize the main
take-aways in a
concise and clear
manner
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeKey
Findings
Discuss key
takeaways across the
readings
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
5 to >4.25 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
4.25 to >3.75 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
3.75 to >2.5 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
2.5 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
2.
5
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeApplication
Integrate the
different concepts;
draw conclusions
that are important to
organizations
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeFormatting
and grammar
be no more than two
pages; be singlespaced within and
double-spaced
between paragraphs.
No less than 1-inch
margins and 12point font are
acceptable.
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeCitations &
References
Citations are utilized
correctly. A
formatted reference
list is provided.
Total Points: 15
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Uses appropriate,
relevant, and
compelling content
to illustrate mastery
of the topic.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Clear and logical flow,
no errors in grammar
or typos.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Citations and references
used appropriately.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Uses mostly appropriate,
relevant, and compelling
content to explore ideas
but may lack full
development of ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Development of
topic may be
lacking.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully addresses all required
elements. Clear and logical flow, few or
no errors in grammar or typos.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Some citations or references missing or
not appropriately utilized
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Development of topic
is lacking,
underdeveloped or not
directly related to topic.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Disorganized, many
errors in grammar or
typos.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
No citations or
references used.
2.
Previous
Paper 1 Rubric
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeSynthesis
Summarize the main
take-aways in a
concise and clear
manner
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeKey
Findings
Discuss key
takeaways across the
readings
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
5 to >4.25 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
4.25 to >3.75 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
3.75 to >2.5 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
2.5 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
2.
5
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeApplication
Integrate the
different concepts;
draw conclusions
that are important to
organizations
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeFormatting
and grammar
be no more than two
pages; be singlespaced within and
double-spaced
between paragraphs.
No less than 1-inch
margins and 12point font are
acceptable.
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeCitations &
References
Citations are utilized
correctly. A
formatted reference
list is provided.
Total Points: 15
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Uses appropriate,
relevant, and
compelling content
to illustrate mastery
of the topic.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Clear and logical flow,
no errors in grammar
or typos.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Citations and references
used appropriately.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Uses mostly appropriate,
relevant, and compelling
content to explore ideas
but may lack full
development of ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Development of
topic may be
lacking.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully addresses all required
elements. Clear and logical flow, few or
no errors in grammar or typos.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Some citations or references missing or
not appropriately utilized
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Development of topic
is lacking,
underdeveloped or not
directly related to topic.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Disorganized, many
errors in grammar or
typos.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
No citations or
references used.
2.
Previous
Paper 1 Rubric
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeSynthesis
Summarize the main
take-aways in a
concise and clear
manner
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeKey
Findings
Discuss key
takeaways across the
readings
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
5 to >4.25 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
4.25 to >3.75 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
3.75 to >2.5 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
2.5 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
2.
5
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeApplication
Integrate the
different concepts;
draw conclusions
that are important to
organizations
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeFormatting
and grammar
be no more than two
pages; be singlespaced within and
double-spaced
between paragraphs.
No less than 1-inch
margins and 12point font are
acceptable.
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeCitations &
References
Citations are utilized
correctly. A
formatted reference
list is provided.
Total Points: 15
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Uses appropriate,
relevant, and
compelling content
to illustrate mastery
of the topic.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Clear and logical flow,
no errors in grammar
or typos.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Citations and references
used appropriately.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Uses mostly appropriate,
relevant, and compelling
content to explore ideas
but may lack full
development of ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Development of
topic may be
lacking.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully addresses all required
elements. Clear and logical flow, few or
no errors in grammar or typos.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Some citations or references missing or
not appropriately utilized
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Development of topic
is lacking,
underdeveloped or not
directly related to topic.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Disorganized, many
errors in grammar or
typos.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
No citations or
references used.
2.
Previous
Paper 1 Rubric
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeSynthesis
Summarize the main
take-aways in a
concise and clear
manner
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeKey
Findings
Discuss key
takeaways across the
readings
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
5 to >4.25 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
4.25 to >3.75 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
3.75 to >2.5 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
2.5 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
2.
5
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeApplication
Integrate the
different concepts;
draw conclusions
that are important to
organizations
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeFormatting
and grammar
be no more than two
pages; be singlespaced within and
double-spaced
between paragraphs.
No less than 1-inch
margins and 12point font are
acceptable.
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeCitations &
References
Citations are utilized
correctly. A
formatted reference
list is provided.
Total Points: 15
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Uses appropriate,
relevant, and
compelling content
to illustrate mastery
of the topic.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Clear and logical flow,
no errors in grammar
or typos.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Citations and references
used appropriately.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Uses mostly appropriate,
relevant, and compelling
content to explore ideas
but may lack full
development of ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Development of
topic may be
lacking.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully addresses all required
elements. Clear and logical flow, few or
no errors in grammar or typos.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Some citations or references missing or
not appropriately utilized
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Development of topic
is lacking,
underdeveloped or not
directly related to topic.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Disorganized, many
errors in grammar or
typos.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
No citations or
references used.
2.
Previous
Paper 1 Rubric
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeSynthesis
Summarize the main
take-aways in a
concise and clear
manner
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeKey
Findings
Discuss key
takeaways across the
readings
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
5 to >4.25 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
4.25 to >3.75 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
3.75 to >2.5 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
2.5 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
2.
5
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeApplication
Integrate the
different concepts;
draw conclusions
that are important to
organizations
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeFormatting
and grammar
be no more than two
pages; be singlespaced within and
double-spaced
between paragraphs.
No less than 1-inch
margins and 12point font are
acceptable.
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
OutcomeCitations &
References
Citations are utilized
correctly. A
formatted reference
list is provided.
Total Points: 15
Ratings
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Uses appropriate,
relevant, and
compelling content
to illustrate mastery
of the topic.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Clear and logical flow,
no errors in grammar
or typos.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Citations and references
used appropriately.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Uses mostly appropriate,
relevant, and compelling
content to explore ideas
but may lack full
development of ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Development of
topic may be
lacking.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully addresses all required
elements. Clear and logical flow, few or
no errors in grammar or typos.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Some citations or references missing or
not appropriately utilized
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Development of topic
is lacking,
underdeveloped or not
directly related to topic.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Disorganized, many
errors in grammar or
typos.
2.
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
No citations or
references used.
2.
Paper 1 Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
Outcome Synthesis
Summarize the main
take-aways in a
concise and clear
manner
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
Outcome Key
Findings
Discuss key
takeaways across the
readings
Ratings
Pts
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
5 to >4.25 pts
Excellent
Thoughtfully addresses all
required elements and makes
explicit connections with
supplementary evidence,
references, or resources.
Demonstrates skillful use of
high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to develop
ideas.
4.25 to >3.75 pts
Good
Thoughtfully
addresses all
required elements.
Demonstrates
consistent use of
credible, relevant
sources to support
ideas.
3.75 to >2.5 pts
Fair
Cursory. Does
not address all
required
elements.
Sources are
missing or the
majority cited
not relevant or
credible
2.5 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Incomplete. Does
not address most
of the required
elements. The
majority cited not
relevant or
credible
2.5 pts
5 pts
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
Outcome
Application
Integrate the
different concepts;
draw conclusions
that are important to
organizations
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
Outcome Formatting
and grammar
be no more than two
pages; be singlespaced within and
double-spaced
between paragraphs.
No less than 1-inch
margins and 12point font are
acceptable.
This criterion is
linked to a Learning
Outcome Citations
& References
Citations are utilized
correctly. A
formatted reference
list is provided.
Total Points: 15
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Paper 1 Rubric
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Uses appropriate,
relevant, and
compelling content
to illustrate mastery
of the topic.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Clear and logical flow,
no errors in grammar
or typos.
2.5 to >2.13 pts
Excellent
Citations and references
used appropriately.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Uses mostly appropriate,
relevant, and compelling
content to explore ideas
but may lack full
development of ideas.
1.88 to
>1.25 pts
Fair
Development of
topic may be
lacking.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Thoughtfully addresses all required
elements. Clear and logical flow, few or
no errors in grammar or typos.
2.13 to >1.88 pts
Good
Some citations or references missing or
not appropriately utilized
1.25 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Development of topic
is lacking,
underdeveloped or not
directly related to topic.
2.5 pts
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
Disorganized, many
errors in grammar or
typos.
2.5 pts
1.88 to >0 pts
Incomplete
No citations or
references used.
2.5 pts
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