As you know, we had a very important election on Nov. 3rd, 2020.
As you know, we had a very important election on Nov. 3rd, 2020. Of course, the main event was voting for the president. However, as California residents, you also voted on a number of Propositions, so we will be learning about those in this essay assignment.
There were 12 Propositions, and some of the issues included: Stem Cell Research, Affirmative Action, Voting at Age 17, Rent Control, and other very important issues that affect all of us in California.
The purpose behind this assignment is to help you learn to research political races. I want you to become more knowledgeable about the voting process.
Step 1 Visit California Matters,Links to an external site. and scroll down to the Propositions. https://calmatters.org/election-2020-guide/
Choose any one Proposition, read about it on the web site, and watch the one minute film.
Step 2 Find 2 Opposing View Point Adds on the Proposition you choose
Research adds on the proposition you choose. Choose one ad that is pro and one that is con to explain your thoughts on the proposition. Please visit the Writing Task: Rhetorical Appeals to complete this portion.
Step 3 Write Your Essay
Write one paragraph for each of the following 4 sections for a total of about 600-800 words.
Paragraph 1: Provide an overview of the Proposition (Do NOT copy and paste from the web site, but explain it in your own words.) Do not include your opinion here.
Paragraph 2: Explain why one would vote “Yes” and why one would vote “No” on the proposition based on the information on Cal Matters and the additional research you completed on the proposition itself. .
Paragraph 3 : Explain the truth behind the misleading ads that are circulating around the proposition. Use both ads as direct evidence to support you claims and explanations.
Paragraph 4: Conclude with an explanation on where you stand on the proposition and explain the final result of the proposition was from the election. This is where you will include your opinion. Please also include what the final result of the proposition was from the election.
***Note: Include a Works Cited page to share your research. Refer to our class MLA guide and Source Citation guide for help.
Step 4 Register to Vote
Register hereLinks to an external site.. It is your right! Even if you did not vote in this election, you can use that right the next time around.
Step 5 Submit your Essay
Submitting Your Assignment
Please complete the assignment as a Word document.
Click the +Submit Assignment link located in the right-hand column of the course window.
Click the Choose File
Navigate to your document and select it.
Click the Submit Assignment
If you need help submitting the assignment, please check out How to Submit an Online Canvas Assignment.
Recommendation: The Writing Center
The Writing Center would be a wonderful resource to take advantage of with this assignment. The tutors there have all passed English 120 with an A, and they are there to help and support you through any part of the writing process for this.
They can help you on Zoom, on the phone, or through email.
You can email [email protected] or call (619)660-4525 to and leave a voicemail.
any questionsIf you have any questions on this prompt, please don’t hesitate to send me a Canvas message or email me at [email protected].
Rubric
Summary and Response Essay Rubric
Summary and Response Essay Rubric
Criteria Ratings
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeINTRODUCTION
Well Done: Well-developed introductory paragraph introduces the essay’s topic and the chosen text. The writer expresses a clear thesis statement that agrees or disagrees with the original author’s thesis statement and major support. Located at the end of the introduction, the thesis expresses the central idea of the paper.
Strong but Needs a Few Changes: Introductory paragraph contains some background information on the essay’s topic. It introduces the chosen text. The thesis demonstrates engagement with text and a clear compelling argument in response to the text, regarding its effectiveness or significance, though may be lacking in specificity or detail.
Almost There: Introduction states the thesis, but does not sufficiently introduce the topic of the essay/does not introduce the chosen text. The thesis responds to text, though argument may be vague or lacking in critical engagement.
Not Yet: Introduction is too brief to properly introduce the topic, or it does not include a thesis.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCONCLUSION
Well Done: Conclusion summarizes the main topics without repeating previous sentences; writer’s opinions are logical and well thought out.
Strong but Needs a Few Changes: Conclusion summarizes main topics. There are some final thoughts but those might be unclear.
Almost There: Conclusion summarizes main topics, but is repetitive. The thesis is not clearly restated.
Not Yet: Conclusion does not adequately summarize the main points, restate the thesis or give final thoughts.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSUMMARY PARAGRPAPH
Well Done: The summary follows the four steps of an academic summary. It shows a clear understanding of the major ideas of the reading. The student can clearly distinguish between the major claims and statements and the less relevant digressions or details in the reading, and her summary is focused on the former and not the latter.
Strong but Needs a Few Changes: The summary follows at least three of the four steps of an academic summary. It shows a a good understanding of the text, but may have missed some important claims.
Almost There: The summary follows at least two of the four steps of an academic summary. It shows basic understanding of the text, but misses major claims or supports.
Not Yet: The summary does not follow the four step academic summary structure.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRESPONSE PARAGRAPH
Well Done: The response paragraph is formatted as a PIE paragraph with a clear Point, Information and Explanation. Responses use detailed support and examples in abundance to make the writer’s major points come alive.
Strong but Needs a Few Changes: The response follow PIE paragraph structure, but at least one of the three parts (point, information, explanation) lacks details or depth.
Almost There: The response has at least two of the three elements of a PIE paragraph, or it includes all three PIE elements but they all lack detail and depth.
Not Yet: The response is not yet formatted in PIE paragraph structure and does not yet include enough details about the writer’s personal experiences as related to the text.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGRAMMAR AND MLA FORMATTING
Well Done: Adheres to all assignment requirements regarding MLA formatting, length, and topic. Grammar is largely free of errors.
Strong but Needs a Few Changes: Adheres to assignment requirements concerning length and topic with very few MLA or grammar issues.
Almost There: Mostly adheres to assignment requirements concerning length and topic with few MLA formatting or grammatical issues.
Not Yet: Does not yet adhere to essay length or topic requirements and includes consistent MLA formatting or major grammar issues.
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