Durkheim Essay prompt: Pick a social problem in contemporary society that you learned about in anot ...

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Durkheim Essay prompt: Pick a social problem in contemporary society that you learned about in another class. In your essay, describe this problem briefly, citing materials from that class. Then explain how Durkheim would approach the study of this topic, drawing on course lectures and readings (make sure that you describe at least three dimensions of what Durkheim’s approach would look like). Make sure to read the full instructions here: SOC 120 Information on Durkheim Essay Spring 2025.pdfDownload SOC 120 Information on Durkheim Essay Spring 2025.pdf The grading rubric is available below. Rubric Durkheim Essay Rubric Durkheim Essay Rubric Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary of social problem using outside sources 4 to >2.0 pts Addressed and using outside sources 2 to >0.0 pts Addressed but without using outside sources 0 pts Not addressed 4 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis of how Durkheim would study this issue (one dimension) 4 to >2.0 pts Addressed in some depth and showing a strong understanding of course concepts 2 to >0.0 pts Addressed but very brief or showing weak understanding of course concepts 0 pts Not addressed 4 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis of how Durkheim would study this issue (second dimension) 4 to >2.0 pts Addressed in some depth and showing a strong understanding of course concepts 2 to >0.0 pts Addressed but very brief or showing weak understanding of course concepts 0 pts Not addressed 4 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis of how Durkheim would study this issue (third dimension) 4 to >2.0 pts Addressed in some depth and showing a strong understanding of course concepts 2 to >0.0 pts Addressed but very brief or showing weak understanding of course concepts 0 pts Not addressed 4 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences to course readings and lectures 4 to >2.0 pts Incorporates all required course readings and lectures; ideas are referenced appropriately throughout 2 to >0.0 pts Incorporates some, but not all, required course readings and lectures; referencing is very sporadic 0 pts No required course readings and lectures incorporated 4 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity of writing and organization 4 to >2.0 pts Clear, cohesive, with intro and conclusion 2 to >0.0 pts Adequate, but could be revised (e.g., missing intro/conclusion) 0 pts Difficult to follow, very disorganized 4 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEssay length 4 to >2.0 pts Paper length is above 600 words 2 to >0.0 pts Acceptable, but noticeably shorter than 600 words 0 pts Insufficient length 4 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOverall assessment of essay 4 to >2.0 pts (Very) good 2 to >0.0 pts Acceptable 0 pts Poor 4 pts Total Points: 32 Previous Next