Purpose
The assignment will enable you to comprehend the history and processes of inter-group relations as a product of a social problem. You will become familiar with accessing and utilizing scholarly articles in academic essays.
Directions
Very often studying race and ethnic relations becomes the study of minorities as the social problem of the society. This assignment requires you to flip the topic. Write your analysis along these prompts:
- What is (or who is white) according to the Commonwealth of Virginia Statutes?
- Provide a brief critique of the definition.
- Identify and explain 2 specific problems whiteness and/or white privilege present to minorities (pick any 2 groups of your choice) in the U.S.?
- Link your analysis to one scholarly article.
Formatting: It is important that you cite and reference all your sources following .
Length: about 2-3 pages. Strive for quality over quantity.
Submission:
Submit your essay as an attachment (.doc or .docx) by clicking the Start Assignment button above.
Grading
This assignment is worth 25 points toward your course grade and will be graded according to the essay grading rubric below.
Rubric
SOC 268 Essay 2 Grading Rubric
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDefinition and critique of definition of whiteness is evident |
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4 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentifies and explains the 2 specific problems |
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6 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProvides supporting empirical evidence for each of the 2 problems |
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6 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence and relevance of scholarly article linked to the analysis |
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4 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence of in-text citations and references |
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5 pts |
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Total Points: 25 |
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