Declaration of independence:

one of the main jobs of historians is to interpret the past by reviewing primary documents, scholarly secondary sources, and then creating an analysis of this research. After reading your text and reviewing the assigned materials, submit an analysis of the Declaration of Independence.

You might want to consider the following questions, but you are not limited to them: What are the promises of the Declaration? Do you believe we have lived up to the promise of the Declaration of Independence? Give a specific example. Please base your response on the U.S. today.

This assignment should be at least 300 words and contain your reactions or questions about some specific issue within the historical narrative which you find compelling. For full credit, your paper must not simply sum up the reading or repeat points made there. Rather, I’m looking for you to create your own interpretation, explain the emotional content of the piece, or discuss some original insight. Include citations as needed.

Journal Grading Rubric 2021 (2)

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuality of Post

5 pts

Exemplary

.Shows original thought that goes far beyond the obvious .Addresses all questions in prompt

4 pts

Proficient

.Articulates arguments effectively .Addresses all questions in the prompt

3 pts

Acceptable

.Some aspects of arguments are not fully explained or articulated well .Addresses some or part of the questions in prompt

2 pts

Deficient

.Argument is convoluted or incoherent .Does not address questions in the prompt

0 pts

Non-Participating

.Not submitted

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent Understanding

5 pts

Exemplary

.Shows serious contemplation of readings .Fluidly incorporates concepts and ideas into response

4 pts

Proficient

.Indicates comprehension of readings .Fully incorporates concepts and ideas from readings into response

3 pts

Acceptable

.Indicates reading was completed .Does not accurately summarize concepts or fully incorporate ideas into response

2 pts

Deficient

.Indicates a lack of comprehension of readings .Does not incorporate concepts or ideas into response

0 pts

Non-Participating

.Suggests reading assignments were not considered .No quotes used

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuotations and Citations

5 pts

Exemplary

.Quotes used are appropriate, original, and properly integrated

4 pts

Proficient

.Quotes used are appropriate, but somewhat predictable or not well integrated

3 pts

Acceptable

.Some quotes do not effectively support writer’s point, are too generalized, or are poorly integrated

0 pts

Non-Participating

.No quotes used

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWord Count

5 pts

Meets Requirement

3 pts

Nearly Meets Requirement

.Produces as least 50% of required word count

0 pts

Does Not Meet Requirement

.Does not provide at least 50% of required word count

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuality of Prose

5 pts

Exemplary

.Writing is clear and articulate .Uses correct grammar and punctuation

3 pts

Acceptable

.Writing is clear .Minor errors in grammar do not cloud meaning

2 pts

Deficient

.Writing is convoluted or incoherent .Improper use of grammar and punctuation make it difficult to follow

5 pts

Total Points: 25