Think about an idea in our society for which there is no universally agreed-upon definition. What are the arguments that define this disagreement? Where do citizens draw lines between their views and the views of their detractors? How do those views manifest? How are those arguments made?
How far apart are the sides? In your opinion, what would have to happen for the sides to find common ground? Is one side objectively correct and the other side objectively wrong? How does one know?
Finally, what theories of truth do these opposing views seem to subscribe to? Explain how you arrived at that determination.
This assignment is an informal, 2-4 paragraph reflection. You should do your best to articulate you ideas effectively, but don’t worry about making it perfect. The goal is to struggle with the topic and, from that struggle, realize something new.
Rubric
1.7 Writing Exercise: Truth and Argument
1.7 Writing Exercise: Truth and Argument
CriteriaRatingsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHands-on activity-Write a multi-paragraph reflection examining a cultural argument
Full Marks
The reflection contains at least three paragraphs and addresses the assignment prompt.
Half Marks
The reflection is less than three paragraphs or does not address the assignment prompt.
No Marks
No reflection submitted, or the piece is not a reflection of the student’s own views.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInclude an example-Include an example of a specific cultural argument
Full Marks
The reflection includes a discussion of the cultural argument
Half Marks
The reflection includes a discussion of a cultural argument, but are not thoroughly explained
No Marks
No examples included.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInclude reflection-Reflection on how the sides might find common ground, or not
Full Marks
The reflection discusses the nuances and severity of the cultural discourse, and whether the sides could ever agree
Half Marks
The reflection discusses the nuances and severity of the cultural discourse, and whether the sides could ever agree. However, the reflection does not address the conflict sufficiently.
No Marks
The reflection does not discuss the writer’s point of view at all.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRevision-You have edited & proofread the reflection for issues with grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting
Full Marks
The draft has few to no issues with grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting.
Half Marks
The draft has some issues with grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting, and these partially impede clear expression of ideas.
No Marks
The draft has many issues with grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting, and these greatly impede clear expression of ideas.