Advocacy Paper Rubric
*** Reminder –Word format.
Section Criteria Points
Topic Proposal Topic submission is the first stage of the assignment. This should be a
paragraph submitted with the topic a short paragraph explaining what
the issue is and why it is important to the student.
Grader will evaluate:
– Did the topic proposal show evidence of thinking about the issue and
demonstrate background reading on the topic?
– If a revision was necessary, was feedback incorporated.
5
Primary
Argument
Summary
Primary argument summary is a brief paragraph explaining what
perspective will be advocated in the paper. You must include a citation
to evidence the start of your research.
Grader will evaluate:
– Demonstrated an understanding of the primary argument.
– Is there at least one source for the primary argument.
5
Counter
Argument
Summary
Counter argument summary is a brief paragraph explaining what
perspective will be advocated against in the paper. You must include a
citation to evidence the start of your research.
Grader will evaluate:
– Demonstrated understanding of the counter argument.
– Is there at least one source for the counter argument.
5
Introduction The introduction should contain topic background and presentation of
relevant facts. These facts will be used to support arguments and
counter arguments as appropriate in future sections. The introduction
should answer the question: What is the controversy inherent in the
topic you have chosen?
Grader will evaluate:
– Does the introduction of the topic provide adequate definitions and
background information?
– Are all statements of “fact” cited and referenced? This includes
everything from statistics and definitions to general statements.
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Primary
Argument
The primary argument presents the practical problem or dilemma
inherent in the chosen topic. The dilemma must be well defined and
the critical issues both explained and justified. The argument must
employ relevant facts that are properly referenced.
Grader will evaluate:
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– Has the author defined a primary argument that is well-supported,
objective and non-biased?
– Has the author justified the arguments with facts and are these facts
properly cited/referenced?
Counter
Argument
The counter argument presents a different perspective on the practical
problem that was presented in the primary argument. This argument
must be well defined and the critical issues should be both explained
and justified. The argument must employ relevant facts that are
properly referenced.
Grader will evaluate:
– Has the author defined a counter argument that is well-supported,
objective and non-biased?
– Has the author justified the counter argument with facts and are
these facts properly cited/referenced?
20
Resolution
(conclusion)
The resolution should circle back to the primary argument and explain
why the primary argument is still the correct conclusion despite the
stated counterargument.
Grade will evaluate:
– Has the author presented the primary argument in a new light that
allows the primary argument to overcome the counter argument?
20
Format Adherence to formal academic writing should be adhered to in the
advocacy paper.
Grader will evaluate:
– Was this paper written in the third person?
– Does the paper have a cover page?
– Does the paper contain a minimum of three citations (APA style
recommended)?
– Was this paper proofread for grammar, spelling, typos, etc.?
– Does this paper contain sections headers and have a clear flow?
– Does the paper meet the page requirement of 4-6 pages of double
spaced writing?
– A minimum of three to five sources.
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Advocacy Paper Topic
Primary Argument:
Young adults and teenagers can benefit from rhinoplasty or nasal reconstruction surgery
for both psychological and physical reasons. According to the American Society of Plastic
Surgeons, teens who have undergone rhinoplasty may find it easier to breathe, feel less self-
conscious about their appearance, and have higher self-esteem (Clark & Shacknai). Additionally,
rhinoplasties can be considered a type of health care as they can enhance a person’s quality of life
and mental well-being.
Reference:
Clark, Kaitlin, and Gabby Shacknai. “Rhinoplasty.” American Society of Plastic Surgeons,
American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2020, https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-
procedures/rhinoplasty.
Counter Argument:
Teenagers and young adults might not fully comprehend the possible effects of
undergoing a rhinoplasty. Sometimes, cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery can have physical
and psychological side effects that might not present themselves immediately. Furthermore,
young people’s bodies are still changing and developing, so it might be premature to use surgery
to change how they seem. “Adolescents are not fully developed cognitively, emotionally, or
physically, and these factors should be considered when evaluating the safety and
appropriateness of elective cosmetic procedures for this population.,” states a study that was
published in the Journal of Adolescent Health (Wu et al.).
Reference:
Wu, S. S., Dusza, S. W., & Alster, T. S. (2013). “Elective cosmetic surgery in adolescents:
Ethical Considerations.” Journal of Adolescent Health, 52(3), S33-S38.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2012.09.004
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Title Page
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