Q Grading Rubric- SOC 330 Research and Respond Paper Introduction (5 points total) 1. Has a clearly stated argument in the introduction that aligns with the content in the rest of the paper. Presents a ‘hook’ or attention getter and explains why you are interested in the topic. (5 points) Literature review, data, & argument (40 points total): 1. Presents a clear summary of the issue and why it is important/relevant (5 points) 2. Meaningful inclusion of relevant concepts and ideas from the course (10 points) 3. Meaningful incorporation of data from four sources including one peer reviewed social science journal and two assigned readings (10 points) 4. One central argument throughout the body of the paper that is supported and addressed with the included evidence. The argument is original and sociological (10 points) 5. The paper adequately addresses the question, “what is being done about the issue?” (5 points) Organization and technical specifications: (30 points) 1. Organization: overall & within sections. Paper is well organized and has clear transition sentences and paragraphs are arranged appropriately and in a manner that is easy to follow (10 points) 2. Paper follows the technical specifications outlined in the prompt (including word count, formatting, page numbers) (10 points) 3. Paper includes appropriately cited in-text citations and an appropriately cited reference list (10 points) ______________75 Total possible points