The final evaluation will be graded according to the following rubric:
A A- B C F
Analysis of Structure 10 9 8 7 5
Structure includes identification of conclusion, premises, and natural or unnatural order. Analysis should be detailed and constructive.
RULES: 1, 2, and (if applicable) 7-11, 12, 18-21, 22-27
Analysis of Reliability 10 9 8 7 5
Reliability involves the degree to which a premise or statement is common knowledge, supported by appropriate authority, or supported by further argument. If supported by authority, the degree to which a statement isis informed, impartial, and independent should also be considered. Analysis should be detailed and constructive.
RULES: 3, and (if applicable) 13-17
Analysis of Informal Aspects 10 9 8 7 5
Informal aspects of an argument include areas of language use such as concreteness, conciseness, emotional overtone, and consistency, as well as informal fallacies. Analysis should be detailed and constructive.
RULES: Rules 4, 5, 6, and (if applicable) Informal Fallacies