While the emphasis will be placed on the novelty of the argument and the critical analysis thereof, the papers will be graded on the basis of the following considerations: 1. Topic: free topic but must be related to the course topics, relevant, very narrow! 2. Thesis: clear statement of argument at the outset (ideally in the introduction), novelty! 3. Research: breadth and depth of research focusing on argument. 4. Analysis: critical, interdisciplinary, depth, focus on argument, logic, balance 5. Originality: novelty, insight, thought-provoking. 6. Evidence: primarily scholarly references to support claims; avoid quotations, instead paraphrase authors’ ideas using your own words and citing source. 7. Readings: a minimum of 5 readings from the course kit must be cited. References to course readings do not necessarily have to be central to the paper argument. In part, this requirement is to confirm that students are familiar with the course materials and class discussions. Outside readings are welcome. 8. Organization: clear structure throughout paper i.e. introduction, development of argument by articulating the key claims with supportive references, conclusion 9. Style: clarity, flow, avoid long sentences and paragraphs, correct citation format (McGill format is preferred) and grammar. 10. Length: maximum 12-15 double-spaced pages. Please do not waste space and time describing the topic without developing your argument or discussing issues that are not central to the argument of your paper.
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