read article “losing part” and write an essay arguing for it following rubric
Prompt
Using well-selected evidence from Nathaniel Rich’s article, and providing careful and clear reasoning:
- Examine the hypothesis that Rich wrote “Losing Earth” to expose an era of consensus and collaboration [between scientists, politicians, (Republicans and Democrats), and even the fossil fuel industry] to the politically polarized readers of 2018.
- Explain what ramifications there might be for readers in our era who learn that their political parties, Exxon, the coal industry, and others in the American Petroleum Initiative had once agreed to act? (As Jane Mayer told us, the Koch brothers turned “climate-change denial into an unchallengeable Republican talking point” (Mayer). What would present-day Republicans think as they read Rich’s revelation that their party was even more eager to act on the science than Al Gore back in 1982?)
- Evaluate the likelihood that Rich’s article could initiate a second “opportunity to solve the climate crisis” (Rich) now that we have entered a time often referred to as “the end of truth.”
Requirements:
- Length: Minimum 1200 Words (Provide a clear introduction, body, and conclusion)
- Include at least one image
- Formatting Style: MLA (see sample paper) (Links to an external site.)
- Proofread submission
Due:
Saturday, September 28th by 11:59 p.m.
Rubric
Essay Rubric
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroductionClear provision of necessary information to enable your readers to orient themselves to your topic. |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThesisClear statement of your reasoned opinion. Thesis is not a question, nor a fragment. It contains an assertion that can be debated, and that requires evidence to be supported. |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidenceExcellent provision of well-selected evidence. |
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20.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDevelopmentWorking from your thesis, topic sentences, and the evidence provided, you have proceeded to explore and explain the implications of your evidence. |
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30.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusionYou have demonstrated why your discussion matters. Readers are now aware of the significance of the topic AND your perspective on it. You point out the importance of the reader’s new understanding. |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMLA FormattingYou have submitted a paper which demonstrates clear conformity to Modern Language Association’s formatting, including page layout, page numbering, quotation and citation conventions. |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar, Mechanics, and UsageYour grammar reflects Standard English grammar rules. (These are valued in academic language, but are simply another dialect of English. They’re expected at 4-Year institutions.) |
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10.0 pts |
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Total Points: 100.0 |
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