Primary Source Analysis #2

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContext

20 to >17.0 ptsExcellentThe student shows a detailed and sophisticated knowledge of the historical context, and relates specifics of that history to the specifics of the primary source.17 to >15.0 ptsGoodThe student shows a general knowledge of the historical context, and uses it to examine the specifics in the primary source.

15 to >13.0 ptsLimitedThe student shows only a limited understanding of the historical context of the document, or does not relate that context to the primary source itself.13 to >0 ptsWeakThe student does not discuss and shows little to no understanding of the historical context.

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource

30 to >27.0 ptsExcellentThe student clearly and specifically discusses the primary source’s author, origins, and likely audience, connects them to specific details in the source, and uses that information in a sophisticated way to deepen understanding of the document.27 to >23.0 ptsGoodThe student discusses the author, origins of the primary source, or the likely audience, and relates them to the source in a general way.

23 to >20.0 ptsLimitedThe student’s discussion of the primary sources author, origins, and audience is limited, and that information is not used to effectively deepen understanding of the document.20 to >0 ptsWeakLittle to no discussion of the primary source’s author, origin, or likely audience.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis

40 to >35.0 ptsExcellentThe analysis of the primary source is sharp, sophisticated and insightful, reflecting both an understanding of the general content of the document and and ability to engage with the specifics of the document to gain insight into the source itself, its author and/or the time period35 to >31.0 ptsGoodThe analysis of the primary source is solid and straightforward, showing a good understanding of the content of the document and an ability to use that understanding to illustrate the document, its author and/or the time period.

31 to >27.0 ptsLimitedThe analysis of the primary source shows some insight, but is flawed in some way, because of either failure to properly understand the document, factual errors in understanding the historical context, or unclear statements and/or logic.27 to >0 ptsWeakThere is little to no analysis of the primary source, and discussion of it is largely limited to summarizing the content.

40 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics

10 to >9.0 ptsExcellentNo issues with grammar, style, or structure.9 to >7.0 ptsGoodMinor issues with grammar, style, or structure.

7 to >5.0 ptsPoorRecurring issues with grammar, syntax, or structure.5 to >0 ptsWeakMajor issues with grammar, style, or structure.

10 pts