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Santa Monica College Microeconomics and Field in Economics Essay

 

As the cumulative exercise in this class, each student will write a final paper which critically analyzes ideas from at least two of the different sections (Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Fields in Economics) and thematically links these ideas across the sections. Each paper must run between 8 to 10 pages, double spaced, Times New Roman font, size 12, 1 inch margins in a Word Document (.doc or .docx). References do not contribute to the page count. A complete rubric is available on Canvas.

Rubric

Final Paper

Final Paper

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDo you have a cover page with your title, name, the class name and semester, and page numbers? This does not count towards the page count. Make sure your file is named properly.

1 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIs the introduction clear? Do you clearly state and connect the two sections you are drawing from (Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Fields in Economics)?

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDo you have a research question which connects an issue, problem, or theme across these two sections?

2 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDo you have a clear thesis statement?

2 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDo you provide a literature review for your research topic? Do you cite work from at least two Nobel Prize winners in each section and theme you draw from? (Minimum of 4 Nobel Prize Winners)

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDoes the paper include at least three separate identifiable arguments with evidence which support your thesis?

9 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAre there at least three citations per argument?

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDoes the paper contain sound economic analysis and tools? Does the paper avoid economic fallacies?

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDoes the paper contain a clear conclusion?

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAre quotes longer than 2 lines presented as block quotes? Are block quotes indented once and single spaced? Are they no more than 5 lines total? Does the paper use fewer than 4 block quotes?

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIs the paper free of typographical errors? Does the paper contain smooth exposition and transitions?

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAre your references formatted in Chicago Style (not footnotes)? Do you cite at least 7 economics journal articles? Do you have at least 20 citations?

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDoes the assignment meet the format specifications in the syllabus?

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIs the paper 8 – 10 pages of text, double spaced?

5 pts

Total Points: 50

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