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SOCIAL STUDIES 10-1

Writing Guide

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Paragraph 1: Analysis of Source 1



Paragraph 4: Analysis of the relationship(s) between the sources

Writing Assignment I (Minor Essay)

What is it?

You receive three different sources and you are asked to analyze each source and then find at least one relationship between the three sources.

What is a “source?” It is anything that provides you with information. It could be a quote, photograph, graph, chart, cartoon, or any other medium that provides information.

What will you write?

You have 70 minutes to complete this essay

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DETAILED FORMULAParagraphs 1-3: Source Analysis

Step 1: Explain the Source Explicit Details

Things you can clearly see with your eyes Examples: In source 1, there is a photograph of a plane… In source 1, there are two

graphs… In source 1, there is a quote by Martin Luther King Jr…. Implicit Details

Details, symbolism, irony, shading, etc. – things that provide depth to the source Examples: Looking deeper into the source, it is clear that the fact that the man is

wearing a top hat, which is a common symbol of wealth, means that he is taking advantage of the workers… The bottom part of the cartoon is shaded more darkly than the top part, which we can assume to symbolize despair and poverty….

Case Study If the source clearly links to a case study, you may refer to it briefly Example: From these details, it is clear that the source is referring to the French

Revolution… Step 2: Link to two or three features of Globalization

Identify the feature Define the feature Explain how you see the feature through details in the source (should be set up by

explicit/implicit details) You must use DIFFERENT features for each source (no repetition) Features of Globalization: Connectivity, Trade Liberalization, Foreign Investment,

Outsourcing, Transnational Corporations, International Legislation, Geopolitics, International Human Rights Issues, Global Sustainability, Global Warming, Foreign Aid, International Violence, Collaboration, Cultural Homogenization, Cultural Diversity, Mobility

Example: The first way the source links to globalization is through global warming. Global warming is the recent increase in the world's temperature that is believed to be caused by the increase of pollution. It is seen in the source through the coffee bag on the right – it was created “on sunburned, denuded land”, packaged in a “toxic plastic bag”, and then “dumped at huge supermarket chains by gas-guzzling S.U.Vs.” These activities have all been criticized for their part in contributing to global warming.

Paragraph 4: Relationships Paragraph (Choose one of the following relationships) Link to Economics/Politics

Identify whether politics OR economics link the sources together (ONLY one) Define the link Explain how each source connects to a dimension of the link Example: “Taken together, it is evident that all three sources are economic in nature.

Economics deals with the production, distribution, & consumption of goods and services. Source one connects to a dimension of economics through…”

Example: “Taken together, it is evident that all three sources are political in nature. Politics deal with the activities associated with governing a country or area. Source one connects to a dimension of politics through…”

Link to a Human Dimension Connect the sources to a human dimension/emotion Can be either positive or negative and must be explained Examples: Greed, oppression, love, humanity, caring, hate, pride… etc. Example: “All three sources bring forth the human dimension of ________ and the impact

that it has on society and the individual….[then go on to define the human dimension and explain how each source relates to it]”

Chronological Relationship

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This may be found if there are three sources that are clearly linked to a historical context (i.e. Cold War)

Example: “It is clear that the three sources are linked in that they are all referencing the Cold War, in a chronological relationship.”

Miscellaneous Relationships An action you see happening (i.e. protests, dissent, rights and freedoms) A philosopher who would support each of the sources (Hobbes, Smith, Locke, etc.) A central topical issue (humanitarian aid, security issues, minority rights) A common perspective (neo-conservative viewpoint, anarchistic viewpoint)

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Interpretation of Sources (12) Identification of Relationships (6)

Communication (2)

Excellent Interpretation and explanation of the source is sophisticated, insightful, and precise. The links to the principles of globalization are accurate, perceptive, and comprehensively developed. (4 per source)

Relationship(s) are accurately and perceptively identified. The explanation is thorough and comprehensive. (6)

Vocabulary is precise and deliberately chosen. Sentence structure is controlled and sophisticated. The writing demonstrates skillful control of mechanics and grammar and is judiciously organized. (2)

Proficient Interpretation and explanation of the source is sound, specific, and adept. The links to the principles of globalization are consistent, logical, and capably developed. (3.2 per source)

Relationship(s) are clearly and capably identified. The explanation is appropriate and purposeful. (4.8)

Vocabulary is appropriate and specific. Sentence structure is controlled and effective. The writing demonstrates capable control of mechanics and grammar and is purposefully organized. (1.6)

Satisfactory

Interpretation and explanation of the source is adequate, straightforward, and conventional. The links to the principles of globalization are relevant and developed in a generalized fashion. (2.4 per source)

Relationship(s) are generally and adequately identified. The explanation is straightforward and conventional. (3.6)

Vocabulary is conventional and generalized. Sentence structure is controlled and straightforward. The writing demonstrates basic control of mechanics and grammar and is adequately organized. (1.2)

Limited Interpretation and explanation of the source is confused, vague, and simplistic. The links to the principles of globalization may be incomplete, superficial, and imprecise. (1.6 per source)

The identification of relationship(s) is superficial, illogical, and of questionable accuracy. The explanation is confusing, incomplete, and redundant. (2.4)

Vocabulary is imprecise, simplistic, and inappropriate. Sentence structure is awkward. The writing demonstrates a faltering control of mechanics and grammar and is ineffectively organized. (0.8)

Poor Interpretation and explanation of the source is minimal, inaccurate, and simply copied from the source. The links to the principles of globalization are disjointed, irrelevant, and demonstrate little or no understanding of the assigned task. (0.8 per source)

The identification of relationship(s) is minimal. The explanation is tangential and scant. (1.2)

Vocabulary is overgeneralized and inaccurate. Sentence structure is uncontrolled. The writing demonstrates a profound lack of control of mechanics and grammar and is haphazardly organized. (0.4)

Zero Zero is assigned to a response that fails to meet the minimum requirements of Poor.SCORING GUIDE – 10-1

Total: /20

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ANALYZING SOURCES

Type of Source Explicit Details Implicit DetailsCartoon Major details you can see

Captions Word bubbles

Tone Inferences on time period

or geographical location Symbolism Irony Shading Size Overall message

Photograph Major details you can see Captions Word bubbles

Tone Inferences on time period

or geographical location Symbolism Irony Shading Size Overall message

Map Title Location Time period Overview of legend

Message of the map

Graph Title X axis Y axis

Trend lines High/low points Overall message of the

graph

Quote

The worker becomes all the poorer the more wealth he produces, the more his production increases in power and range

- Marx, 1844

Author Date

Summary of quote in your own words

Tone Symbolism Overall Message

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EXAMPLE

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Source I

“On board a slave ship”

Source II

“The white man’s burden”

Source III

EXAMPLE

In source one, there is a cartoon showing two bags of coffee next to each other. The bag on the right is labelled, “unfair trade,” and says that it was created through damaging the environment, poor labour conditions, and brutal dictatorships. However, this bag of coffee is $3.99 per pound. On the left of the cartoon is a bag of coffee labelled, “fair trade,” and says that it was created through sustainable farming practices and fair labour conditions. However, this bag of coffee is $11.99 per pound, much more expensive than the “unfair trade” coffee. Looking deeper at the details in the source, it is clear that the “unfair trade” coffee was created by exploiting the environment and workers in the Global South, whereas the “fair trade” coffee was created by working positively with the environment and workers in the Global South. Overall, it is clear that the source links to globalization in a number of ways. The first way it links to globalization is through global warming. Global warming is the recent increase in the world's temperature that is believed to be caused by the increase of pollution. It is seen in the source through the coffee bag on the right – it was created “on sunburned, denuded land”, packaged in a “toxic plastic bag”, and then “dumped at huge supermarket chains by gas-guzzling S.U.Vs.” These activities have all been criticized for their part in contributing to global warming. The second way the source links to globalization is through global sustainability. Global sustainability is the contradiction to global warming – it is the global movement towards using environmentally and socially friendly practices for ongoing sustainability. It is seen in the source through the coffee bag on the left – it was “shade grown by democratically run, small farm cooperatives using sustainable farming practices,” created using “recycled packaging,” and transported by bicycle. These practices have all been praised as helping to create global sustainability.

In source two, there is a drawing showing what looks to be African slaves on board a European trading ship. The slaves are shackled and being forced underneath the ship’s deck. Underneath the drawing is the caption, “On board a slave ship.” Looking deeper at the details in the source, this drawing is most likely depicting the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, where many Africans were taken from their homes and transported to countries in the “new world” to become enslaved workers. Overall, it is clear that the source links to globalization in a number of ways. The first way it links to globalization is through transnational corporations. Transnational corporations are companies that operate in more than one country at a time. They are evident in the source as many of the world’s first transnational corporations were heavily involved in the slave trade – they used slave labour to produce coffee, tobacco, sugar, cotton, and other goods for sale. Thus, it is very likely that a transnational corporation was the reason behind the transportation of the slaves depicted in the drawing. The second way the source links to globalization is through mobility. Mobility is the increased ability for humans to move around the globe. It is seen in the source by the presence of the ship transporting the slaves, as the invention and use of ships greatly increased the mobility of people around the globe.

In source three, there is a cartoon depicting what looks to be white, powerful, European men being carried on the shoulders of darker skinned, less powerful men. Underneath the cartoon is the caption, “The white man’s burden.” Looking deeper at the details in the source, this cartoon is ironically commenting on the idea of the “white man’s burden,” which was the idea in the late 1800s that white men needed to civilize indigenous populations. The irony in the cartoon is evident through the white men sitting on the shoulders of the indigenous men, showing that the “burden” is really on the indigenous men. Overall, it is clear that the source links to globalization in a number of ways. The first way it links to globalization is through cultural homogenization. Cultural homogenization is the process of cultures around the world becoming more and more similar. It is evident in the source because the “white man’s burden” was an effort to make indigenous peoples more like white, European people. The second way the source links to globalization is through international violence. International violence is the presence of war and damage in multiple countries with multiple nations involved. It is evident in the source by the grimaces on the indigenous men’s faces. In trying to alleviate the “white man’s burden,” many European nations became quite violent towards indigenous

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peoples who refused to comply with homogenization. The grimaces on the indigenous men’s faces are symbolic of this violence.

Taken together, it is clear that the three sources are linked through the concept of oppression. Oppression is exercise of authority in a burdensome, cruel, or unjust manner. It is evident in source one through the words on the bag of “unfair trade” coffee. Clearly, the workers used to produce the coffee were oppressed – as they “toiled under brutal dictatorships.” Oppression is also evident in source two, as the men in shackles are being enslaved against their will. The concept of oppression is also evident in source three, as the indigenous men with the white, European men on their backs are being oppressed for being different.

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Paragraph 1: IntroductionAnalyze what the quote is saying and state your thesis

Paragraph 2: Body ParagraphReason #1 that supports your thesis



Paragraph 5: ConclusionSummarize your thesis and supports

Writing Assignment II (Major Essay)

What is it?

You receive ONE source – it will always be a quote – and you are asked to analyze the quote and then give your opinion on what the quote is saying. In Grade 10, the quote will always present you with a position on globalization (the author will be either pro- or anti- globalization) and will ask you, “To what extent should the position in the source be embraced?” That means that YOU will have to develop a position on globalization! This essay is a persuasive essay, whereas Writing Assignment I (the minor essay) is an analysis essay. Ultimately, you are trying to convince the reader that your opinion on the quote is sound and legitimate. You have 1 hour and 50 minutes to complete this essay.

What will you write?

You will have 1 hr 50 minutes to write this essay.

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DETAILED FORMULA – Grade 10

Paragraph 1: Introduction Re-wording & Identifying

o Summarize the source in your own words o Pick out the 2-3 key terms and, based on those terms and how they are described, identify the

main perspective in the source (pro or anti globalization)

Ideology/perspective in the sourceo How does it express/interpret the key words in the source?o Who is a VIP who would express similar ideas as the source? Explain.

Other relevant perspectiveo How do they express/interpret the key words in the source?o Who is a VIP who would express the ideas this perspective? How would they feel about the ideas

in the source? Explain.

Thesiso Your overall position on the source and the summary of your justification for that position o Position: “After considering the key ideas in the source, [key ideas], and exploring the multiple

ways a society can embrace or reject those ideas, it is clear that that the perspective of________as reflected in the source, should be embraced _______ (minimally/moderately/fully). NOTE: If you embrace the source moderately or minimally, you need to say, “Instead, society would be best served by embracing a perspective of [your perspective].”

o Justification: “This is because [your position] will lead to [positive(s)], while [other positions] will only lead to [negatives].”

Paragraphs 2, 3, 4: Body Paragraphs1. Argument

Needs to be general (no facts!!) 1-3 sentences “When a society embraces/rejects [key terms], it will only lead to [explain, using key terms]”

OR “When a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], it will lead to a flourishing society that [explain]” OR When a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], it will lead to a weakened society that [explain]

2. Lead-In Provides a bridge between the argumenta and evidence “One example that supports this argument is [first case study]”

3. Evidence 2-3 major case studies with purposeful facts

4. Explanation/Justification Before each case study, “Another example that supports the argument that [your argument,

with links back to key terms] is….” After each case study, explain how it links back to the key terms and ideas in the source

5. Conclusion Summarize your argument, examples, and overall response to the essay question “In conclusion, [argument].”

Paragraph 5: Conclusion“In conclusion, [thesis].”

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INFORMATION – GRADE 10Pro-Globalization Anti-Globalization

Definition The belief in global interconnectedness The belief in keeping one’s borders closed to the outside world

Major Characteristics

• Collectivism• Trade• Allies

• Individualism• Independence• Sovereignty

Positives • Potential for increased wealth due to trade• Diverse product & service mix• Cultural awareness due to increased

interpersonal connections• Potential for international research collaboration

to solve complicated problems• The protection of military allies

• Cultural preservation• Environmental conservation• Able to foster national industries without outside

competition• Not forced to go to war because of alliances• Protection from outside disease• Insulation from international terrorism

Negatives • Potential for economic exploitation of less-powerful nations by more-powerful nations• Increased spread of disease• Increased risk of external terror threats• Increased interconnection may increase

consumption, population, and/or pollution levels• Unnecessary escalation of entangled alliances• Connections to failing economies

• No trading partners – limits to product diversity• No allies if other countries attack• Not able to research and brainstorm with

international partners• Not exposed to different cultures, which can

create prejudice and misunderstanding

Examples(case studies)

to support your

arguments

• Globalization leads to economic benefits (Grameen Bank, pg. 204, China, pg. 232)• The benefits from sharing knowledge and

research (Evo Morales’ world tour, pg. 63, One Laptop per Child Organization, pg. 69, early knowledge, pg. 116 & 120)• The benefits of trading goods (food, pg. 131)• Globalization enables foreign aid (Aysha, pg. 37,

Live Aid Concert, Doctors without Borders)• Globalization promotes peace (United Nations)• Increased cultural awareness and diversity (i.e.

World Cup, APTN Network, pg. 69, UN Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples)

• Conflict minerals in Africa (Coltan mining, pg. 36, Oil in Africa, pg. 350)• Global competition instigates the poor treatment

of workers (sweat shops) and Global South countries (i.e. banana trade, pg. 51, deindustrialization in India, pg. 151, Structural Adjustment Programs)• The negatives of outsourcing• Environmental destruction due to expansion

(Lubicon Cree, pg. 32, extinction of the buffalo, pg. 149, Fort McMurray, pg. 352)• Spread of disease (Ebola in 2014, early diseases,

pg. 125, Black Death, pg. 355)• The lack of benefits from trade agreements

(Mexico & Maquiladoras, pg. 242)• Negative effects of historical imperialism (i.e. rise

of dictators, slave trade, pg. 128, early transnationals and their relationship with indigenous peoples, pg. 123, King Leopold & the Congo, pg. 141)• Loss of culture (i.e. Loss of Inuktitut, pg. 60, loss

of language, pg. 93. Ladakh, pg. 98, Chinua Achebe, pg. 147)

Body ParagraphsIf you… then you are… and you are going to write

Love what globalization has done to the world and cannot think of any valid drawbacks to it,

Pro-Globalization three reasons why globalization is awesome

Like some parts of globalization, but don’t like other things that it has done,

Moderate-Globalization two reasons why you like globalization and one reason why you don’t like globalization

Are so MAD about what globalization has done to the world and how it has caused so many

problems,

Anti-Globalization three reasons why globalization is the worst

Your position on globalization:

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WRITING ASSIGNMENT II – TEMPLATE Do not feel that you need to use this exact template! It is only here to give you guidance and ideas.

IntroductionIn the source, the author is saying [reword the source in your own words]. Given that “[key terms]” are major characteristics of globalization, and are being described positively/negatively, it is clear that the author of the source is expressing a [pro/anti] globalization perspective. [Pro/Anti] globalization believes in [explain]. It is clearly expressed in the source because it agrees with the key terms, “[key terms]”. Someone who would agree with the source and agree with [pro/anti] globalization would be [VIP] because [explain]. Alternatively, [perspective #2] would look at the key terms in the source and think [explain]. Someone who would agree with this perspective would be [VIP] because [explain]. After considering the key ideas in the source, [key ideas], and exploring the multiple ways a society can embrace or reject those ideas, it is clear that that the perspective of [source’s perspective] as reflected in the source, should be embraced [minimally/moderately/fully]. NOTE: If you embrace the source moderately or minimally, you need to say, “Instead, society would be best served by embracing a perspective of [your perspective]. This is because [your position] will lead to [positive(s)], while [other positions] will only lead to [negatives].

(+ Your Position #1)When a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], it will lead to a flourishing society that [explain]. One example that supports this argument is [first case study]. [Case Study #1]. This case study demonstrates that when a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], it will lead to [good things in your argument]. Another example that supports this argument is [Case Study #2]. This case study also validates that when a society embraces/rejects [source’s key terms], it will lead to [good things in your argument]. A final example that supports this argument is [Case Study #3]. Thus, this case study provides additional support that when a society embraces/rejects [source’s key terms], it will lead to [good things in your argument]. Together, these three case studies prove that when a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], it will lead to a flourishing society that [explain].

(+ Your Position #2)Similarly, when a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], it will also lead to [additional good things that you didn’t touch on in your first body paragraph argument]. One example that supports this argument is [first case study]. [Case Study #1]. This case study demonstrates that when a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], it will lead to [good things in your argument]. Another example that supports this argument is [Case Study #2]. This case study also validates that when a society embraces/rejects [source’s key terms], it will lead to [good things in your argument]. A final example that supports this argument is [Case Study #3]. Thus, this case study provides additional support that when a society embraces/rejects [source’s key terms], it will lead to [good things in your argument]. Together, these three case studies prove that when a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], it will lead to a thriving society that [explain].

(- Other Position #1)However, when a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], and utilizes the perspective of [other ideology/perspective than yours] it will only lead to [bad things]. One example that supports this argument is [first case study]. [Case Study #1]. This case study demonstrates that when a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], it will lead to [bad things in your argument]. Another example that supports this argument is [Case Study #2]. This case study also validates that when a society embraces/rejects [source’s key terms], it will lead to [bad things in your argument]. A final example that supports this argument is [Case Study #3]. Thus, this case study provides additional support that when a society embraces/rejects [source’s key terms], it will lead to [bad things in your argument]. Together, these three case studies prove that when a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms], and utilizes the perspective of [other ideology/perspective than yours], it can only lead to disaster.

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(- Other Position #2)Additionally, when a society interprets [key terms] through the perspective of [perspective different than yours] and believes [explain], it can only lead to [bad things – different than your previous anti paragraph]. One example that supports this argument is [first case study]. [Case Study #1]. This case study demonstrates that when a society embraces [key terms], through the ideology/perspective of [perspective you are analyzing in this paragraph] it leads to [bad things in your argument]. Another example that supports this argument is [Case Study #2]. This case study also validates that when a society embraces/rejects [source’s key terms] through the perspective of [perspective you are analyzing in this paragraph] it leads to [bad things in your argument]. A final example that supports this argument is [Case Study #3]. Thus, this case study provides additional support that when a society embraces/rejects [source’s key terms] through the perspective of [ideology/perspective you are analyzing in this paragraph] it leads to [bad things in your argument]. Together, these three case studies prove that when a society embraces/rejects the source’s position of [key terms] and utilizes the perspective of [other ideology/perspective than yours], it can only lead to [bad things from your argument].

ConclusionIn conclusion, after considering the key ideas in the source, [key ideas], and exploring the multiple ways a society can embrace or reject those ideas, it is clear that that the perspective of [source’s perspective] as reflected in the source, should be embraced [minimally/moderately/fully]. NOTE: If you embrace the source moderately or minimally, you need to say, “Instead, society would be best served by embracing a perspective of [your perspective]. This is because [your position] will lead to [positive(s)], while [other positions] will only lead to [negatives]. Note: This is copied and pasted from your introduction.

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SCORING GUIDE -10-1 - Major

ANALYSIS OF SOURCE (6) ARGUMENTATION (8) EVIDENCE (8) COMMUNICATION (8)Excellent The critical analysis of the

source is insightful and sophisticated. The understanding of the source and its relationship to a perspective on globalization is comprehensively demonstrated. (6)

The position established is convincingly supported by judiciously chosen and developed argument(s). The argumentation is consistent and compelling, demonstrating an insightful understanding of the assignment. The relationship between the position taken, argumentation, and the ideological perspective presented in the source is perceptively developed. (8)

Evidence is sophisticated and deliberately chosen. The relative absence of error is impressive. A thorough and comprehensive discussion of evidence reveals an insightful understanding of social studies knowledge and its application to the assignment. (8)

The writing is fluent, skillfully structured, and judiciously organized. Control of syntax, mechanics, and grammar is sophisticated. Vocabulary is precise and deliberately chosen. The relative absence of error is impressive. (8)

Proficient The critical analysis of the source is sound and adept. The understanding of the source and its relationship to a perspective on globalization is capably demonstrated. (4.8)

The position established is persuasively supported by purposefully chosen and developed argument(s). The argumentation is logical and capably developed, demonstrating a sound understanding of the assignment. The relationship between the position taken, argumentation, and the ideological perspective presented in the source is clearly developed. (6.4)

Evidence is specific and purposeful. Evidence may contain some minor errors. A capable and adept discussion of evidence reveals a solid understanding of social studies knowledge and its application to the assignment. (6.4)

The writing is clear and purposefully organized. Control of syntax, mechanics, and grammar is capable. Vocabulary is appropriate and specific. Minor errors in language do not impede communication. (6.4)

Satisfactory

The critical analysis of the source is straightforward and conventional. The understanding of the source and its relationship to a perspective on globalization is adequately demonstrated. (3.6)

The position established is generally supported by appropriately chosen and developed argument(s). The argumentation is straightforward and conventional, demonstrating an adequate understanding of the assignment. The relationship between the position taken, argumentation, and the ideological perspective presented in the source is generally developed. (4.8)

Evidence is conventional and straightforward. The evidence may contain minor errors and a mixture of relevant and extraneous information. A generalized and basic discussion reveals an acceptable understanding of social studies knowledge and its application to the assignment. (4.8)

The writing is straightforward and functionally organized. Control of syntax, mechanics, and grammar is adequate. Vocabulary is conventional and generalized. There may be occasional lapses in control and minor errors; however, the communication remains generally clear. (4.8)

Limited The critical analysis of the source is incomplete or lacks depth. The understanding of the source and its relationship to a perspective on globalization is superficial and lacks development. (2.4)

The position established is confusing and largely unrelated to the argument(s). The argumentation is repetitive, contradictory, simplistic, and based on uninformed belief. The relationship between the position taken, argumentation, and the ideological perspective presented in the source is superficially developed. (3.2)

Evidence is potentially relevant but is unfocused and incompletely developed. The evidence contains inaccuracies and extraneous detail. The discussion reveals a superficial and confused understanding of social studies knowledge and its application to the assignment. (3.2)

The writing is awkward and lacks organization. Control of syntax, mechanics, and grammar is inconsistent. Vocabulary is imprecise, simplistic, and inappropriate. Errors obscure the clarity of communication. (3.2)

Poor There is minimal critical analysis of the source and/or the source is simply copied. The understanding of the source and its relationship to a perspective on globalization is disjointed, inaccurate, and

The position established has little or no relationship to the source or arguments. The argumentation is irrelevant and illogical. The relationship between the position taken, argumentation, and the ideological perspective presented in the source is minimally developed. (1.6)

Evidence is irrelevant and inaccurate. The evidence contains major and revealing errors. A minimal or scant discussion reveals a lack of understanding of social studies knowledge and its application to the assignment. (1.6)

The writing is unclear and disorganized. Control of syntax, mechanics, and grammar is lacking. Vocabulary is overgeneralized and inaccurate. Jarring errors impede communication. (1.6)

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vague. (1.2)Zero Zero is assigned to a response that fails to meet the minimum requirements of Poor.

TOTAL: /30

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EXEMPLAR – GRADE 10

Source: When you open your borders to trade, cultural diversity, and political allies, you also open the door to terrorism. Interconnection is guaranteed to reduce national security and has proven to only cause problems.

In the source, the author is saying that when a country opens its borders and engages in interconnection, it leads to problems. Given that “interconnection” and “open…borders” are major characteristics of globalization and are being expressed negatively, it is clear that the author is expressing an anti-globalization perspective. A person with an anti-globalization perspective believes that economic, political, and/or social integration has led to disastrous effects and will continue to lead to problems unless some, if not all, globalization is stopped. This perspective is clearly being expressed in the source because someone who disagrees with globalization would likely believe that open borders “open[s] the door to terrorism” and “interconnection…has proven to only cause problems.” A group that would agree with the source and its anti-globalization perspective would be the people who regularly protest against the World Trade Organization (WTO) because it is an organization that promotes economic globalization. Alternatively, a person with a pro-globalization perspective would look at the key terms in the source and think that “open borders” and “interconnection” will only lead to positive effects. The pro-globalization perspective believes in policies that encourage increased trade, open communication, and the unrestricted movement of people among nations. This perspective would reject the ideas in the source, because it would promote collaboration and interconnectedness, instead of opposing them. The pro-globalization movement suggests that it offers benefits, such as its ability to create economic benefits, encourage cultural diversity and revitalization through greater access to foreign cultures, and promote spread of knowledge and research around the globe. A group that would agree with this pro-globalization perspective would be the United Nations, because the United Nations is an organization that was created to promote peace through interconnection. After exploring the key ideas in the source and exploring the multiple ways a society can embrace or reject those ideas, it is clear that the source’s perspective of anti-globalization should be embraced minimally. Instead, society would be best served by embracing a perspective that mainly supports globalization but is cautious and aware of the downsides that come with fully embracing it. This is because globalization has the ability to spread valuable knowledge and encourages beneficial exchanges of goods; however, it also has a tendency to exploit the environment.

When a society rejects the source’s position of anti-globalization, it will lead to a flourishing global community that is able to spread valuable knowledge. One example that supports this position of “interconnection” can be found in the historic Silk Road. The Silk Road was a ground transport network between China, India, the Middle East, and Europe, and was active from approximately 100 BC to 1400 AD. It is known as an early example of globalization because it spread a significant amount of goods, ideas, medicine, religion, and literature, which changed the way a variety of civilizations lived. One specific example that changed how people lived was the spread of knowledge regarding paper making. Paper making was invented in China in approximately 100 AD and spread from the Middle East to Europe; allowing the increased accumulation and dissemination of information for all cultures along the way. Thus, the Silk Road is an excellent example of how “interconnection” does not cause problems, but rather, creates beneficial solutions. A second example that also supports the argument that globalization has the ability to spread valuable knowledge can be found in the International Space Station (ISS). The ISS was launched in 1998 to serve as an international research laboratory in space, where scientists perform experiments in biology, physics, astronomy, and other fields. The station hosts researchers from the USA, Russia, Japan, Canada, Belgium, South Korea, and a number of other nations. Due to the international nature of the station, the spread of valuable research among the countries involved has “enhanced” society in fantastic ways. For example, collaborative research on the ISS has allowed for innovations in surgical performance through the world’s first robotic technology capable of performing surgery inside MRI machines. This technology is making difficult brain tumor surgeries easier and impossible surgeries possible. Thus, the ISS, like the Silk Road, demonstrates the importance of globalization and the benefits that can result from collaboration and interconnection.

Similarly, when a society rejects the source’s position that “interconnection…has proven to only cause problems,” it will also lead to beneficial exchanges of goods. While the author suggests that open borders only lead to terrorism, it is clear they actually present beneficial economic opportunities. One example that supports this

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argument is the global exchange of food. Most of the foods commonly consumed are the product of globalization. The potato was originally grown in South America, but became a staple in Ireland. Coffee was discovered in Ethiopia, but is now consumed in every country of the world. These products are in our everyday diets because of globalization and thus, have “enhanced” our lives. Another example that supports the argument that globalization encourages a beneficial exchange of goods is the increase in jobs that occur due to trade. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was built on the free exchange of goods between Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Due to this increased trade, 39.7 million jobs have been created since NAFTA’s inception in 1994. This increase in jobs due to trade is a clear example of how globalization has not simply “caused problems” but has actually caused beneficial economic outcomes. Thus, it is clear that when a society rejects the source’s anti-globalization position, it can lead to increased “trade”, not simply “problems”.

However, when a society completely rejects the source’s position anti-globalization and, instead, blindly utilizes the perspective of pro-globalization, it fails to realize that globalization, while offering trade and knowledge, also has the tendency to exploit workers and the environment. One example of environmental exploitation due to globalization is the extinction of the buffalo. For thousands of years, Aboriginal peoples in North American relied on buffalo for many of their needs. Fuel, food, tools – every part of the buffalo was used. When the Spanish arrived in Mexico in the 1500s, they brought horses, which quickly spread to North America. As Aboriginal peoples used these horses, they could hunt buffalo much more efficiently and quickly. Simultaneously, as Europeans moved into North America, they also hunted buffalo at a rapid rate for leather and furs. This increase in hunting quickly depleted the buffalo population from over 30 million in the 1800s to less than 1,000 in the 1900s. Today, buffalo are nearly extinct and many efforts are underway to try and protect them. Thus, this example supports the position that embracing globalization must be moderated with caution to prevent exploitation. Another example that demonstrates the potential drawbacks of globalization is the existence of sweatshops. A sweatshop is a factory where manual workers are employed at very low wages and work very long hours under poor conditions. Due to the spread of goods and services and the increase in multi-national corporations, many businesses have moved their labour production to countries where minimum wage is low or non-existent and workers’ rights are absent. For example, in Bangladesh, 3.5 million workers in over 4,000 garment factories produce goods for export to the global market, principally Europe and North America. The Bangladeshi garment industry generates 80% of the country’s total export revenue. The majority of garment workers in Bangladesh earn little more than the minimum wage (approximately £25), far below what is considered a living wage (approximately £45), which would be the minimum required to provide a family with shelter, food and education. Bangladeshi factory workers face appalling conditions. Many are forced to work 14-16 hours a day seven days a week, with some workers finishing at 3am only to start again the same morning at 7.30am. On top of this, workers face unsafe, cramped and hazardous conditions which often lead to work injuries and factory fires. Since 1990, more than 400 workers have died and several thousand more have been wounded in 50 major factory fires. In 2013, international news outlets reported when a factory collapsed, killing more than 80 people. The point of interest for the story – the factory produced a number of North American brands, such as Joe Fresh. Thus, while it is clear that globalization offers many benefits (in trade and knowledge), the source’s caution must be slightly heeded, as globalization can also cause exploitation. It is important to realize that “collaboration” may come with “problems” and societies need to be aware of these potential problems in order to properly address them.

In conclusion, after exploring the key ideas in the source and exploring the multiple ways a society can embrace or reject those ideas, it is clear that the source’s perspective of anti-globalization should be embraced moderately. Instead, society would be best served by embracing a perspective that mainly supports globalization but is cautious and aware of the downsides that come with fully embracing it. This is because globalization has the ability to spread valuable knowledge and encourages beneficial exchanges of goods; however, it also has a tendency to exploit the environment.

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PERSUASIVE ESSAY PREP – GRADE 10

Introduction Practice

Practice Source: The saying, “Two heads are better than one” is absolutely true. Collaboration amongst

various cultures and minds is the only way that we will solve the major problems facing our planet.

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Body Paragraphs: Arguments

Once you have your position, you need to figure out how you are going to back it up. In Grade 10, we will ask you for three reasons that support your overall position of pro-, moderate-, or anti-globalization. Your reasons must be:

Specific enough that they are persuasive and give you a direction to find examples But general enough that you can use a variety of examples Free from facts In line with your overall position LINKED TO THE SOURCE (you’re being asked to respond to a quote/position, so keep linking back to it!)

Now, come up with three reasons that support YOUR position on globalization. Think about what has stuck out for you in the course – what have we talked about that has made you feel really excited about globalization? Or, what has made you feel really mad about globalization?

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Good Examples of Reasons: Globalization has the ability to spread valuable knowledge. Globalization also has the ability to increase cultural awareness. However, globalization has a tendency to exploit the environment and vulnerable people.

What overall position do you think these reasons are trying to support?

Bad Examples of Reasons: Globalization should be supported because it is everywhere. Globalization should be supported because in 1995, the Internet was created and it changed the

world to be more connected. Globalization is bad because it hurts people.

What is wrong with these reasons?


Body Paragraphs: How to Find GOOD Facts

After you have created three reasons that support your position on globalization, you need to support them with examples. In Grade 10, we ask you to find 5-6 facts that support each of your arguments. You cannot bring information in to write your essay, so pick examples that are interesting to you and stick easily in your head!

Evaluating the credibility and validity of a resource can be very difficult, particularly when doing research using the Internet. Below are some basic guidelines to help you select reliable resources and use those to learn accurate information about a given subject.

Characteristics of Reliable Sources Authority: Who is sponsoring the information? The URL can provide information about the origin of the

resource. The following are examples of ways you can determine the type of organization that is sponsoring the content for a specific website

Site Addresseso .edu are usually educational institutions and generally a good source of information.o .gov are government websites and usually good sources for statistical informationo .org are typically non-profit organizations often set up as a public service. Be on the lookout for

political agendas and biases.o Example: If you are looking for information about gun control, then you might check .gov sites for

statistics related to gun ownership, laws, etc. Sites affiliated with specific biases on gun ownership will probably be listed a .org sites (handguncontrol.org or nrahg.org)

Blogs: While interesting, these are usually not fact-based and as a general rule should not be used for conducting research

Online magazines or journals: These articles often contain a detailed bibliography and site specific resources as evidence for claims and statistics

Online news sources: Virtually every network and cable news station has an online site as do local affiliates. It is important to realize that while they do provide news, they are also involved in the entertainment industry and may present some information that is opinion vs. fact-based.

Television/Internet video news broadcasts: When viewing video, keep in mind that if it is not from a source that can be accurately documented with origin, date, and key information like who, what, when, where, why and how, then the source may not be credible.

Accuracy: Sources for the factual content on the site are clear. There is someone verifying the accuracy of the information being presented. Verify the author’s credentials. Example: Dr. Robert Green is sited as a physician who was in charge of a study that produced specific results or the Center for Disease control provided certain statistical data.

Objectivity: The content is provided for public service or educational use. These sites usually provide links to additional information and are free of advertising for products related to the topic.

Timeliness: The date of the information and/or the last update is clearly stated on the page.

Suggestions of Good Sources of Information CIA World Factbook BBC News The Edmonton Journal Google Maps Wikipedia (good starting point, then find the sources of information) Your textbook The library Documentaries on Netflix

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Body Paragraphs: Case Studies

Argument #1:

2-3 Case Studies that support Argument #1:

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