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Instructions
Although controversial art is not a topic exclusive to the 20th and 21st centuries, the distribution of information regarding controversial art has increased with the proliferation of media. Choose an example of a controversial work of art from the 20th or 21st centuries from any discipline of the humanities (music, literature, sculpture, film, television, etc.). Then, address the following:

  • Identify the work and the medium.
  • Based on your example, to what extent does this work of controversial art make a social contribution?
  • What aesthetic value does the work have? How does it reflect the human condition? How does it relate to your life?
  • Has this work ever been censored? If so, explain the circumstances.
  • Are governments ever justified in censoring art? Why or why not?
  • Examine some of the influences of this work of art.
  • Argue whether or not this work should be considered art. Explain why using terms learned in this course.
  • Include an accompanying statement from the artist(s) and a statement from a critic to support your points.

Writing Requirements (APA format)

  • Length: 1.5-2 pages (not including title page or references page)
  • 1-inch margins
  • Double spaced
  • 12-point Times New Roman font
  • Title page
  • References page (minimum of 1 scholarly source and 1 primary source)

 

 

 

W7 Essay Grading Rubric

W7 Essay Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength
5 pts

Meets length requirement

0 pts

Does not meet length requirement

5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
10 pts

Submission addresses all aspects of the assignment.

8.5 pts

Submission addresses most aspects of the assignment.

7.5 pts

Submission addresses some aspects of the assignment.

6 pts

Submission addresses few aspects of the assignment.

0 pts

No effort

10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis
35 pts

Paper provides an in-depth analysis of the artwork showing a clear understanding of the work, the controversy surrounding it, and how if it fits into a definition of art.

29.75 pts

Paper provides an strong analysis of the play(s) showing a good understanding of the work, the controversy surrounding it, and how if it fits into a definition of art, but it could include additional details for support of points or to make analysis clearer.

26.25 pts

Paper provides an in-depth analysis of the play(s) showing a good understanding of the work, the controversy surrounding it, and how if it fits into a definition of art, but examination could be refined and more in depth.

21 pts

Analysis of the artwork is limited or unclear, lacking details and support.

0 pts

No effort

35 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource Integration
5 pts

Paper includes reference to scholarly sources within the essay and properly integrates the source.

3.75 pts

Paper includes reference to scholarly sources within the essay but does not properly integrate the source.

0 pts

Paper does not make reference to scholarly sources.

5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity & Flow
10 pts

The writing contains strong word choice that clarifies ideas and masterful sentence variety that aids with the flow of ideas.

8.5 pts

The writing contains varied word choice and sentence structures that clarify ideas and aid with the flow of ideas.

7.5 pts

The writing contains word choice and sentence structures that can be revised for better clarification of ideas and flow of ideas.

6 pts

The writing contains wording and sentence structures that are awkward and/or unclear, impeding the clarity and flow of ideas.

0 pts

No effort

10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting: Mechanics & Usage
10 pts

The writing is free of errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that would detract from a clear reading of the paper.

8.5 pts

The writing contains a few errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation, but the errors do not detract from a clear reading of the text.

7.5 pts

The writing contains some errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that need to be addressed for a clearer reading of the paper.

6 pts

The writing contains several errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that impede a clear reading of the paper.

0 pts

No effort

10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Paper Format
5 pts

Paper is formatted to include all 7 of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers.

4.25 pts

Paper is formatted to include 6 of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers.

3.75 pts

Paper is formatted to include 5 of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers.

3 pts

Paper is formatted to include 4 of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers.

0 pts

Paper is formatted to include 3 or fewer of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers.

5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Citation and Reference Formatting
5 pts

All references include complete bibliographic information for sources and are properly formatted using APA style.

4.25 pts

Most references include complete bibliographic information for sources are properly formatted using APA style.

3.75 pts

Some of the references include complete bibliographic information for sources are properly formatted using APA style.

3 pts

Few of the references include complete bibliographic information for sources are properly formatted using APA style.

0 pts

There is no reference page.

5 pts