U.S. History from Reconstruction to the Modern Era


To demonstrate your understanding of U.S. History from Reconstruction to the Modern Era, choose one of the thematic essays listed below. Pay special attention to the following expectations:

· At least 5 reputable sources

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· APA formatting (see the Student Success Resources link in Blackboard for information on this format)

· 3-written pages (not including title page or reference page)

Essay organization –

Includes introduction with thesis statement, multiple body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

Essay Choices:

1. Immigration – Compare the geographical trends, tensions surrounding the issue of immigration, and the United States government response to these tensions for the years 1880 to 1925 and 2000 to the present day.

2. Technology – Analyze the impact of technology on society and politics in the 1920s,1950s, and 2000s. In what ways was the effect on society and politics in each of these time periods similar and different

3. War and Policies – Compare and contrast the post-WWI Red Scare, the post-WWII anticommunism campaign, and the war on terrorism after September 11th & the Iraq War. What effect did fear have on political decisions, elections, and domestic /foreign policies?

HIS202 Final Thematic Essay Assignment Rubric
CRITERIA Deficient Development Needed Proficient Exemplary
Thesis

Statement

10 points

Unclear or

incomplete and

does not

demonstrate an

understanding

of social studies

concepts.

(0-1 points)

Weak or inadequately

developed, and

marginally demonstrates

an understanding of social

studies concepts.

(2-4 points)

Clear, developed, and

demonstrates a limited

understanding of social

studies concepts.

(5-7 points)

Clear, well-

developed, and

demonstrates an

analytical

understanding of

social studies

concepts.

(8-10 points)

Addressed

Essay Question

40 points

Does not

answer all

aspects of essay

question, is

missing

information,

and/or provides

inaccurate

information.

Lacks support

by research and

examples, may

include

inaccurate

information.

Does not

demonstrate

understanding

of content.

(0-10 points)

Inadequately answers all

aspects of essay question

or is missing information.

Supported by limited

research and examples,

which may include

inaccuracies. Minimally

demonstrates

understanding of content,

demonstrates gaps in

understanding.

(11-20 points)

Minimally or unevenly

answers all aspects of

essay question.

Adequately supported by

limited research and

examples. Minimally

demonstrates

understanding of content.

(21-30 points)

Thoroughly answers

all aspects of essay

question. Well-

supported by

extensive research

and examples.

Demonstrates

extensive

understanding of

content.

(31-40 points)

Analysis

40 points

Analysis is

attempted but is

minimally

developed.

Lacks thought

and persuasion.

Demonstrates

minimal or

inaccurate

understanding

of theme across

time.

(0-10 points)

Analysis of topic is

minimally developed,

thoughtful, and

persuasive. Demonstrates

minimal understanding of

theme across time.

(11-20 points)

Analysis of topic is

developed, thoughtful,

and persuasive.

Demonstrates basic

understanding of theme

across time.

(21-30 points)

Analysis of topic is

well-developed, very

thoughtful, and

persuasive.

Demonstrates in-

depth understanding

of theme across

time.

(31-40 points)

Spelling,

Grammar

20 points

Lacks

organization,

logic and

clarity.

Transitions

seldom used to

connect ideas.

Shows minimal

understanding

of essay

development.

(0-4 points)

Organized, but may lack

logic and clear

articulation. Attempts

transitions to connect

ideas. Shows limited

understanding of essay

development.

(5-9 points)

Generally organized,

logical and clearly

articulated. Transitions

used to connect ideas.

Inconsistent in showing

understanding of essay

development.

(10-14 points)

Well-developed

essay structure.

Organized, logical,

and clearly

articulated.

Transitions smoothly

connect ideas.

Shows

understanding of

essay development.

(15-20 points)

Clarity &

Organization

20 points

Lacks

organization,

logic and

clarity.

Transitions

seldom used to

connect ideas.

Shows minimal

understanding

of essay

development.

(0-4 points)

Organized, but may lack

logic and clear

articulation. Attempts

transitions to connect

ideas. Shows limited

understanding of essay

development.

(5-9 points)

Generally organized,

logical and clearly

articulated. Transitions

used to connect ideas.

Inconsistent in showing

understanding of essay

development.

(10-14 points)

Well-developed

essay structure.

Organized, logical,

and clearly

articulated.

Transitions smoothly

connect ideas.

Shows

understanding of

essay development.

(15-20 points)

Paper Format

10 points

APA references

provided; no

use of in-text

citations.

(0-1 point)

APA format is minimally

attempted with errors

and/or missing

requirements/components.

May only cite quotes and include references.

(2-4 points)

Use of APA format is attempted with errors

and/or missing

requirements/components.

(5-7 points)

Proper use of APA

format is present

throughout the

paper.

(8-10 points)

Sources

10 points

Uses/identifies

0 reputable

sources.

(0-1 point)

Uses/identifies 1-2

reputable sources.

(2-4 points)

Uses/identifies 3 -4

reputable sources.

(5-7 points)

Uses/identifies 5 or

more reputable

sources.

(8-10 points)

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