CMAF2610 FALL 2021
Public Relations, Media & Society
Critical Reflection Essay: paper graded out of 25
Excellent paper…
The paper provides an exceptional critical analysis; the author has carefully contemplated the assigned quotes and produced a truly thematic essay that addresses them in substantial depth.
The author incorporates an array of highly relevant course materials (readings, lectures, films) and illustrative examples to support points made in a meaningful fashion and provides an overall argument that is analytical, cohesive and on-point
The paper offers a genuinely holistic perspective on the assigned topic and the course as a whole
The paper offers exemplary writing that exceeds expectations for this level; it is error-free (in terms of proofreading, grammar, sentence structure/phrasing and citation), a model of clarity (in terms of organization), and an engaging read.
The work meets all assignment requirements (word count, number of citations, format, proper use of APA, etc.)
21.5-25
Good paper…
The paper provides a critical/analytical perspective that is well-conceived, articulate and addresses the assigned quotes in sufficient depth
The author includes several carefully chosen quotes, illustrative examples, etc. to substantiate claims; arguments are well-supported
There is clear evidence of an overall approach that considers the essay’s topic thematically and holistically
The paper contains very few errors (proofreading, grammar, sentence structure/phrasing, and citation), is coherent and demonstrates careful attention to narrative flow in such a way that it is immediately understandable to the reader
The work meets most assignment requirements (see above)
18.2-21.4
Fair paper…
The paper demonstrates some attempt to provide a critical/analytical perspective on the assigned quotes and the essay’s theme; however, not all points are substantively supported
The overall argument lacks cohesion and there is room for improvement
The paper is, for the most part, logically organized; however, there are several proofreading, grammar, formatting, and/or citation errors.
The work does not adequately meet assignment requirements
15-18.1
Passing paper…
The paper does not address the quotes and the essay topic itself in a meaningful fashion; it lacks conceptual depth and there is room for significant improvement
Points are not well-supported (with appropriate examples derived from course materials) and/or are unconvincing, confused and confusing; the author has not approached the assignment thematically/holistically as required
Numerous organizational, proofreading, grammar, sentence structure/phrasing, formatting, and/or citation errors make the paper difficult to read
Most basic instructions are not followed
12.5-14.9
Failing paper…
The paper fails to meet minimum performance expectations and/or demonstrates an insufficient understanding of the assignment
The quality of writing makes the paper almost impossible to comprehend
12.4 and under