Cultural Studies Question

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In this essay, you will reflect on the causes and consequences of prejudice, and apply the theories and strategies of conflict resolution to a fictional situation.

  • Respond to the following statement:

“All those women on welfare have it made. All they do is stay home and make babies while the rest of us have to work and pay taxes to support them.”

  • Reflect on this statement in the context of what we have learned about prejudice.
  • Propose strategies that could resolve this particular prejudice.

Reflection Essay Grading Rubric

Reflection Essay Grading Rubric

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDepth of Reflection

26 to >20.54 pts

Essay demonstrates an in-depth reflection on and application of the concepts presented in the course materials. Examples are clear and detailed, and interpretations are insightful and well supported.

20.54 to >15.34 pts

Essay demonstrates a general reflection on and application of the concepts presented in the course materials. Appropriate examples may not be provided, and interpretations may not be supported.

15.34 to >0 pts

Essay lacks reflection on or application of the concepts presented in the course materials. Examples and interpretations are missing or unsupported.

26 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence and Practice

26 to >20.54 pts

Essay shows strong evidence of the synthesis of the ideas presented and insights gained.

20.54 to >15.34 pts

Essay shows some evidence of the synthesis of the ideas presented and insights gained.

15.34 to >0 pts

Essay shows no evidence of the synthesis of the ideas presented or insights gained.

26 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStructure

6.5 to >5.14 pts

Essay is of appropriate length, and writing is clear, concise, and well organized with excellent sentence and paragraph construction. Thoughts are expressed in a coherent and logical manner.

5.14 to >3.84 pts

Essay may not be of appropriate length, and writing may not be well organized with good sentence and paragraph construction.

3.84 to >0 pts

Essay is not of appropriate length. Writing is unclear and disorganized. Thoughts ramble and make little sense.

6.5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and APA Style

6.5 to >5.14 pts

The assignment consistently follows current APA Style and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly.

5.14 to >3.84 pts

The assignment consistently follows current APA Style with only isolated and inconsistent mistakes and/or has a few grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Most sources are cited and referenced correctly.

3.84 to >0 pts

No attempt to follow APA Style is indicated. Sources are not used and/or there is no reference page. Mechanical errors significantly interfere with the readability of the paper.

6.5 pts

Total Points: 65

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