Writer will need to watch the episode Master of None
Writer will need to watch the episode Master of None: Season 2 Episode 8 “Thanksgiving” on Netflix or read plot of episode
View the assigned pop cultural text from your instructor and compose a 2-3 page essay that answers the following question: What is the relationship between this text’s representations of (race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality) and its historical contexts? In discussing your answer, use at least 1 (one) scholarly resource in supporting your answer, and cite it according to MLA style.
Social Historical Context Method Lab
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSocio-historic context of the text 60.0 to ;54.0 pts
Exemplary
Explanation of socio-historic context is thorough, based on communication studies theory, and supported with researched evidence. 54.0 to ;48.0 pts
Proficient
Most explanation of socio-historic context is thorough, based on communication studies theory, and supported with researched evidence. 48.0 to ;42.0 pts
Developing
Some explanation of socio-historic context is thorough, based on communication studies theory, and supported with researched evidence. More thorough explanation needed. 42.0 to ;0 pts
Beginning
More thorough explanation of socio-historic context is necessary. Very little of included explanation is based on communication studies theory or supported with researched evidence.
60.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting50.0 to ;45.0 pts
Exemplary
Writing follows a logical sequence that flows well between ideas: introduction, thesis, body with supporting evidence, and a well-developed conclusion. 45.0 to ;40.0 pts
Proficient
Writing follows a logical sequence that mostly flows between ideas: introduction, thesis, body, and conclusion. 40.0 to ;35.0 pts
Developing
Writing follows a somewhat logical sequence: introduction, thesis, body with supporting evidence, conclusion. Some issues with clarity, or flow. Range 35.0 to ;0 pts
Beginning
Some writing follows a logical sequence but there is little clarity of main idea and little flow between ideas.
50.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMLA or APA Format 20.0 to ;18.0 pts
Exemplary
Correct formatting used for in-text citations and works cited page. 18.0 to ;16.0 pts
Proficient
Mostly correct formatting used for in-text citations and works cited page. 16.0 to ;14.0 pts
Developing
Several errors in formatting used for in-text citations and works cited page. 14.0 to ;0 pts
Beginning
Too many incorrect formatting used for in-text citations and works cited page.
20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics20.0 to ;18.0 pts
Exemplary
Few to no distracting errors in spelling, grammar, or mechanics. 18.0 to ;16.0 pts
Proficient
Some distracting errors in spelling, grammar, or mechanics. 16.0 to ;14.0 pts
Developing
Several distracting errors in spelling, grammar, or mechanics. 14.0 to ;0 pts
Beginning
Too many distracting errors to be considered a final draft.
20.0 pts
Total Points: 150.0
