– Research paper of at least 10 pages (double-spaced). The topic of the essay can be about a contemporary issue related to globalization, gender and development, or the relevance of any of the theories studied in the course. Ensure that the essay demonstrates critical reading and writing. The sources must be mostly peer-reviewed articles. They can also be from grey literature, newspapers, and government reports.
– Proposal of topic and structure attached for your use
Rubric:
Introduction
– Engaging, appropriate lead
– General information introducing the paper
– Clear indication of what will be discussed in the body of the essay
– Clear and specific thesis statement to convey the main points in the paper
– General information introducing the paper
– Clear indication of what will be discussed in the body of the essay
– Clear and specific thesis statement to convey the main points in the paper
Body (most important)
– Demonstrates understanding of specific topical issue related to globalization, gender, and development.
– The discussion aligns with the thesis statement – Presents and elaborates on key arguments
– Demonstrates critical thinking. Awareness of arguments in the literature, critical discussion of findings, and authors’ positions.
– Application of and/or reference to analytical concepts. Accurate application and explanation of concepts.
– In-depth analysis of events, decisions, and actors
Conclusion
– The discussion aligns with the thesis statement – Presents and elaborates on key arguments
– Demonstrates critical thinking. Awareness of arguments in the literature, critical discussion of findings, and authors’ positions.
– Application of and/or reference to analytical concepts. Accurate application and explanation of concepts.
– In-depth analysis of events, decisions, and actors
Conclusion
– Expands upon the general information provided in the introduction and summarises the discussion in the essay
– Ends with a final thought, but does not give any new information
– Ends with a final thought, but does not give any new information
Writing
– effective transitions throughout the essay, there is a logical flow from one paragraph to another; paragraphs build and fully develop the core message
– precise and engaging vocabulary
– writes with the audience in mind, expressive and engaging
– engaging title, clearly addresses all parts of the writing task
– maintains a clear purpose and a consistent point of view and focus; all ideas are on topic, not extraneous
– precise and engaging vocabulary
– writes with the audience in mind, expressive and engaging
– engaging title, clearly addresses all parts of the writing task
– maintains a clear purpose and a consistent point of view and focus; all ideas are on topic, not extraneous