Introduction to country, history of government, current government
THE ASSIGNMENT: As a well-renowned photojournalist, you have been asked by National Geographic to complete a photo documentary highlighting a human rights violation and/or humanitarian concern in a country of your choosing. Your final project will be a conglomeration of photos with informational captions collected during your stay in the country. In order to demonstrate total understanding of your countries situation and to maintain continuous communication with National Geographic, your assignment also includes essays on the research you have completed during your stay.
Unit Assignments
For each unit assignment you will need to research and write a 3-5 page essay/paper on how your country relates to the topic being discussed.
Make sure you are research and writing to the specific topic of the assignment.
Each essay must include a list of references. – APA formatting
Paper format: Times New Roman, 12 font, double space.
Include a title that explains what the essay will be about.
All essays must include an introduction (with thesis statement), body, and conclusion.
It is strongly recommended that you collect photos and other visuals while conducting the research in order to develop our own database to develop your final assessment.
It is strongly recommended that you keep a running bibliography of all your resources to help organize your final assessment.
Rubric
Photojournalism Assignment #1
Photojournalism Assignment #1
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Thesis Statement
5.0 pts
5
Clear, well-developed, and demonstrates an understanding of social studies concepts.
4.0 pts
4
Clear, developed, and demonstrates an understanding of social studies concepts.
3.0 pts
3
Weak or inadequately developed, and marginally demonstrates an understanding of social studies concepts.
2.0 pts
2
Unclear or incomplete and does not demonstrate an understanding of social studies concepts.
1.0 pts
1
No thesis statement.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Supporting Evidence – Intro of country
5.0 pts
5
Well-supported with a broad spectrum of specific, credible, and relevant evidence.
4.0 pts
4
Adequately supported with a limited spectrum of specific, credible, and relevant evidence.
3.0 pts
3
Inadequately supported with specific, credible, and relevant evidence.
2.0 pts
2
Lacks specific, credible, and relevant support.
1.0 pts
1
No support OR sources of evidence are not properly cited.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Supporting Evidence – History of Government / Current Government
5.0 pts
5
Well-supported with a broad spectrum of specific, credible, and relevant evidence.
4.0 pts
4
Adequately supported with a limited spectrum of specific, credible, and relevant evidence.
3.0 pts
3
Inadequately supported with specific, credible, and relevant evidence.
2.0 pts
2
Lacks specific, credible, and relevant support.
1.0 pts
1
No support OR sources of evidence are not properly cited.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Analysis
5.0 pts
5
Position / argument is well-developed, very thoughtful, and persuasive.
4.0 pts
4
Development of position/argument is thoughtful and persuasive.
3.0 pts
3
Development of position / argument may be inadequate.
2.0 pts
2
Development of position / argument is inadequate.
1.0 pts
1
No analysis offered.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Spelling & Grammar
5.0 pts
5
Polished and demonstrates a high level of proficiency in grammar and spelling.
4.0 pts
4
Generally polished and demonstrates proficiency in grammar and spelling.
3.0 pts
3
Somewhat polished and inconsistently demonstrates proficiency in grammar and spelling.
2.0 pts
2
Lacks polish and does not demonstrate proficiency in grammar and spelling.
1.0 pts
1
Grammar and spelling are deficient.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Clarity & Organization
5.0 pts
5
Organized, logical and clearly articulated. Transitions smoothly connect ideas.
4.0 pts
4
Generally organized, logical and clearly articulated. Transitions often smoothly connect ideas.
3.0 pts
3
Somewhat organized, logical and clearly articulated. Transitions sometimes used to connect ideas.
2.0 pts
2
Lacks organization, logic and clarity. Transitions seldom used to connect ideas.
1.0 pts
1
Argument is not organized or clear. Transitions not used to connect ideas.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome
Paper Format
5.0 pts
5
Proper use of APA format is present throughout the paper.
4.0 pts
4
Use of APA format is present throughout the paper with few errors present.
3.0 pts
3
APA format is attempted with errors and/or missing requirements/components.
2.0 pts
2
APA format is rarely used throughout the paper.
1.0 pts
1
APA paper format is not used.
5.0 pts
Total Points: 35.0
