show that you have read and understand the articles covered in the unit up until each essay is due

show that you have read and understand the articles covered in the unit up until each essay is due

show that you have read and understand the articles covered in the unit (up until each essay is due)
A. you do not need to focus on all articles, but if the other articles are relevant and you dont mention them, we will call you on this
B. no outside sources (the point is to show you know the articles from class)
C. use a consistent means to acknowledge the articles (& authors) you reference in your essay (you can choose the format, but make sure it is a standard format) (2) use a sociological perspective on gender
A. every essay must use a theory covered in class
(Messner, Acker, or West & Zimmerman) (3) use original examples
A. to show that you understand the articles
B. to develop your argument
C. and to make your essays interesting
D. do not just apply the same examples used the same way in the articles
E. do not include identifiable/highly sensitive information (4) have an original idea/point to make
A. do not just summarize the article
B. instead, revise or extend the argument of the articles/theories in some way
C. make it an academic argument, not an opinion piece
D. focus on one point per essay and really develop it fully. (5) show thoughtfulness and originality
A. in the original points/argument you make
B. in the examples that you use
C. in the style, structure, tone, and/or theme of your essay (6) be well-written
The marks for your essays will be based on these 6 criteria.