Memo 2 Rubric Memo 2 Rubric CriteriaRatingsPts This criterion is linked to a Lea

Memo 2 Rubric
Memo 2 Rubric
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMemo TitleAn original title that hints at what is presented in the memo.
5 ptsStrong Title
The title is original and clearly connects to the content of the memo.
3 ptsVague Title
Has a title but does not clearly refer to the content of the memo.
0 ptsNo Title
No title is included
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroductionIntroductory paragraph with a thesis statement.
10 to >9.0 ptsExcellent
Introductory paragraph states the city to be analyzed, explains why you chose this city, and establishes a clear thesis statement.
9 to >7.0 ptsAdequate
Introduces the memo, but lacks clarity in presenting the choice of city or in establishing the thesis statement.
7 to >0.0 ptsIncomplete
Sets up the memo, but is missing either presentation of the city chosen or a discernible thesis statement.
0 ptsNo Introduction
The essay has no discernible introductory paragraph.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCurrent Segregation PatternsDescription of ethnic and racial demographics and segregation in the year 2020
15 to >14.0 ptsExcellent
Effectively describes the demographic and segregation patterns in 2020 using all of the following components: A) Population size and percentage of 3 largest racial/ethnic groups; B) Index of Dissimilarity between two largest racial/ethnic groups; C) Index of Isolation for two largest racial/ethnic groups; D) Description of distribution of racial/ethnic groups using Racial Dot Map.
14 to >12.0 ptsGood
Describes the main demographic and segregation patterns in 2020 using all four required components, with only minor errors in the presentation and explanation of data.
12 to >9.0 ptsNeeds Improvement
Some description of the demographic and segregation patterns in 2020, but with either A) incorrect presentation or explanation of data, or B) missing one or more required component.
9 to >0 ptsIncomplete
Description of demographic and segregation pattern is missing two or more of the required components.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHistorical Segregation TrendsA description of how the segregation in the city changed between 1980 and 2020
15 to >14.0 ptsExcellent
Accurately identifies two (2) changes in segregation patterns in the city between 1980 and 2020. Both trends are supported with data from the Index of Dissimilarity or the Index of Isolation. The meaning of the data is clearly explained.
14 to >12.0 ptsGood
Identifies two (2) changes in segregation patterns in the city between 1980 and 2010. Both trends are supported with data from the Index of Dissimilarity or the Index of Isolation. The meaning of the data is explained. However, there are minor errors in the presentation or explanation of the data presented.
12 to >9.0 ptsNeeds Improvement
Notes two changing trends in segregation, and an attempt is made to support it with data. However, the data is not clearly presented and/or there are substantial errors in the explanation of the data.
9 to >0 ptsIncomplete
Presents fewer than two changes in segregation patterns, and/or is missing any supporting data for the trend(s) identified.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExplanation for SegregationUsing at least one idea from readings or lectures to explain the current patterns and/or recent trends in segregation in the city.
15 to >14.0 ptsExcellent
A compelling explanation for current patterns and trends in segregation is offered. This explanation draws correctly on one idea or concept from readings and/or lectures, and the source of that idea is correctly cited.
14 to >12.0 ptsGood
An clear explanation is offered for current patterns and trends, drawing on an idea or concept from readings and/or lectures. There are only minor errors in explaining or applying the concept, or in citation of the source.
12 to >9.0 ptsNeeds Improvement
Some explanation is offered for current patterns and trends, and an attempt is made to connect to readings or lectures. However, memo is missing a clear idea or concept, does not apply it correctly, and/or does not cite the source.
9 to >0 ptsIncomplete
Little or no explanation is offered for current patterns and trends in segregation. Missing any connection to ideas/concepts from the course, and/or missing citation.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusionA brief concluding paragraph that tells the reader the main takeaway of your analysis in the memo.
10 to >9.0 ptsExcellent
Concluding paragraph clearly and succinctly presents the main takeaway of your analysis of segregation presented in the body of the essay.
9 to >8.0 ptsGood
Concluding paragraph presents an important takeaway from your analysis, with only minor problems of clarity in the writing or connection to the body of the essay.
8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds Improvement
An attempt is made to identify a takeaway related to segregation, but lacks a clear connection to the analysis presented in the body of the essay.
6 to >0 ptsIncomplete
Conclusion is missing, vague, or unrelated to the analysis in the body of the essay.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferencesInternal citations and reference page with full citations using Chicago Style.
5 ptsCorrect Citation
At least one reading or lecture is cited in the essay. Internal citation and the reference section are complete and correctly formatted.
4 ptsMinor Errors
At least one reading or lecture is cited in the essay. Memo includes both internal citations and a reference page, but with minor errors in use or formatting.
3 ptsIncomplete
At least one reading or lecture is cited in the essay, but memo is missing either internal citations or a final reference page.
0 ptsMissing
No sources are cited in the essay.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Quality & Following InstructionsAdherence to formatting requirements, proofreading and clarity of academic writing.
5 ptsExcellent
All formatting instructions are followed. The memo is clearly written in formal academic prose, is well-organized, and contains no proofreading errors (typos, punctuation, etc.).
4 ptsGood
No more than one formatting error. Memo is well-organized and the writing is mostly clear. No more than 3 proofreading errors.
2 ptsNeeds Improvement
More than one formatting error. Writing lacks clarity at two or three points. Memo contains more than 3 proofreading errors.
1 ptsUnclear
The memo is not written clearly and has major organizational issues. Formatting instructions are not followed.
5 pts
Over the last two modules, we have learned about some of the different ways that cities are divided along racial and ethnic lines. In Module 4, we considered the historical and contemporary forces that foster racial segregation in cities throughout the U.S. We also learned how to use data and mapping tools to examine current patterns and recent trends of racial segregation in different cities. In Module 5, we focused on how immigration shaped the urban spatial environment of South Florida, with a particular emphasis on the formation of the Cuban “ethnic enclave” and the divergent trajectories of later immigrant groups. In this memo, you are going to bring together the concepts and tools from these modules to construct your own description and analysis of racial and ethnic residential patterns in a city or area (of your choosing) within the South Florida urban region.
You memo will include three major components: 1) A description of current patterns of racial and ethnic segregation in the city you have chosen; 2) A description of the most important changes or trends in this segregation since 1980; and 3) An explanation, using ideas from the readings and lectures, of some possible causes of these patterns and trends.
To complete this assignment, you will be using the two data tools from Module 4, which you had a chance to practice with in the discussion board. The links to the tools are listed below. If you still have questions about how to use the tools or interpret the data, make sure to attend office hours ASAP.
Residential Segregation Data Tool
https://s4.ad.brown.edu/projects/diversity/segrega…
Racial Dot Map,
https://www.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=30d2e10d4d694b3eb4dc4d2e58dbb5a5
Steps in the Memo-writing Process:
Step 1: Choose a city or area within South Florida Urban Region (including Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties) that you would like to analyze for this memo. This can be a particular city (i.e. Boca Raton, Plantation, Miami Beach, etc.) or one of the metropolitan regions around the three largest cities (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach). Note: Make sure to browse the Diversity and Disparities Project tool to make sure there is data for the city or metropolitan area that you want to study.
Step 2: Using the Diversity and Disparities Project data tool, examine and take notes on the basic demographic data for the city you are studying. How large is the population? What are the three (3) largest racial or ethnic groups in the city? What percentage of the population did each group represent in 2020? Has that changed since 1980? If so, how?
Step 3: Using the Diversity and Disparities Project data tool, examine and take notes on the current patterns of segregation (i.e. the 2020 data) between the two largest racial and ethnic groups. In particular, you need to focus on two kinds of data. The 2020 Isolation Index for each group, and the 2020 Dissimilarity Index between these two groups. This will give you three (3) data points that you will use to describe current patterns.
For example, if the two largest groups in the city are Hispanic and Black, you will need the following three pieces of data: a) the Hispanic Isolation Index; b) the Black Isolation Index; and c) the Black-Hispanic Dissimilarity Index.
Step 4: Use the Racial Dot Map tool, visualize current patterns of segregation in the city you have chosen. Take notes on how the largest ethnic and racial groups are distributed in the city. In which areas do members of each group tend to live? Are different neighborhoods clearly dominated by a single group, or are they inhabited by multiple groups? Are some of the areas of the city more integrated than others?
Step 5: Using the Diversity and Disparities Project data tool, examine and take notes on how segregation patterns between the two largest racial and ethnic groups changed between 1980 and 2020. In the memo you will need to establish what you see as the two (2) most important changes to segregation patterns over this time period (and you must support this with data). You will likely observe multiple changes in the data, and the choice of which to focus on is entirely up to you. You may use either the dissimilarity index, the isolation index, or both to support your description of the change.
Step 6: Once you have gathered all of this material, your last step is to think about why this city is segregated as it is. What ideas or concepts from Modules 4 and 5 will help you to explain the current patterns and historical trends you see in the data and on the map? It may be helpful at this stage to review your notes from readings, videos, and lectures, or re-read/re-watch any material you think will be useful. You are required to use and cite at least one (1) specific idea from the modules in your explanation.
Step 7: Draft your memo, which should have the following components.
a) an original title that hints at what you will present in the memo;
b) an introductory paragraph that states the city you have chosen to analyze, explains why you chose this city, and establishes a thesis statement (i.e. the overall argument about segregation patterns in the city);
c) one to two paragraphs in which you describe the demographic characteristics and current patterns of segregation in the city. (For this description, refer to your notes from steps 2-4 above.)
d) One paragraph in which you describe two important trends in segregation between 1980 and 2020, and support them with specific data. (see step 5, above)
e) One paragraph in which you draw on at least one idea from readings or lectures to explain the current patterns and/or recent trends in segregation in the city you have chosen. (see step 6, above)
f) A brief concluding paragraph that tells the reader what the main takeaway of your analysis is. What have we learned from your paper about segregation in this city?
g) A Reference page that includes full citations for any article(s), lecture(s), or video(s) that you used in your analysis. Since you are required to apply one idea from readings or lectures, there must be at least one source cited in this section. Make sure to use Chicago Style. (Note: the reference page does not count toward the overall word limit).
Step 8: Proofread carefully before submission! You should check for three things: a) typos, incorrect punctuation, missing words, spelling and grammatical errors; b) correct reference format; and c) overall coherence of the memo – Do I have a clear argument? Does my writing make sense? Does the body of the memo match what I said I would show in the introduction?
Formatting Requirements (Follow carefully to avoid losing points):
1) Upload your final memo as a Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) or PDF file ONLY.
2) Include a header with your Name and Z number.
3) Word count: 800-1,200. This does not include header, title, or references.
4) Double-spaced,Times new romanMemo 2 Rubric
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMemo TitleAn original title that hints at what is presented in the memo.
5 ptsStrong Title
The title is original and clearly connects to the content of the memo.
3 ptsVague Title
Has a title but does not clearly refer to the content of the memo.
0 ptsNo Title
No title is included
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroductionIntroductory paragraph with a thesis statement.
10 to >9.0 ptsExcellent
Introductory paragraph states the city to be analyzed, explains why you chose this city, and establishes a clear thesis statement.
9 to >7.0 ptsAdequate
Introduces the memo, but lacks clarity in presenting the choice of city or in establishing the thesis statement.
7 to >0.0 ptsIncomplete
Sets up the memo, but is missing either presentation of the city chosen or a discernible thesis statement.
0 ptsNo Introduction
The essay has no discernible introductory paragraph.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCurrent Segregation PatternsDescription of ethnic and racial demographics and segregation in the year 2020
15 to >14.0 ptsExcellent
Effectively describes the demographic and segregation patterns in 2020 using all of the following components: A) Population size and percentage of 3 largest racial/ethnic groups; B) Index of Dissimilarity between two largest racial/ethnic groups; C) Index of Isolation for two largest racial/ethnic groups; D) Description of distribution of racial/ethnic groups using Racial Dot Map.
14 to >12.0 ptsGood
Describes the main demographic and segregation patterns in 2020 using all four required components, with only minor errors in the presentation and explanation of data.
12 to >9.0 ptsNeeds Improvement
Some description of the demographic and segregation patterns in 2020, but with either A) incorrect presentation or explanation of data, or B) missing one or more required component.
9 to >0 ptsIncomplete
Description of demographic and segregation pattern is missing two or more of the required components.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHistorical Segregation TrendsA description of how the segregation in the city changed between 1980 and 2020
15 to >14.0 ptsExcellent
Accurately identifies two (2) changes in segregation patterns in the city between 1980 and 2020. Both trends are supported with data from the Index of Dissimilarity or the Index of Isolation. The meaning of the data is clearly explained.
14 to >12.0 ptsGood
Identifies two (2) changes in segregation patterns in the city between 1980 and 2010. Both trends are supported with data from the Index of Dissimilarity or the Index of Isolation. The meaning of the data is explained. However, there are minor errors in the presentation or explanation of the data presented.
12 to >9.0 ptsNeeds Improvement
Notes two changing trends in segregation, and an attempt is made to support it with data. However, the data is not clearly presented and/or there are substantial errors in the explanation of the data.
9 to >0 ptsIncomplete
Presents fewer than two changes in segregation patterns, and/or is missing any supporting data for the trend(s) identified.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExplanation for SegregationUsing at least one idea from readings or lectures to explain the current patterns and/or recent trends in segregation in the city.
15 to >14.0 ptsExcellent
A compelling explanation for current patterns and trends in segregation is offered. This explanation draws correctly on one idea or concept from readings and/or lectures, and the source of that idea is correctly cited.
14 to >12.0 ptsGood
An clear explanation is offered for current patterns and trends, drawing on an idea or concept from readings and/or lectures. There are only minor errors in explaining or applying the concept, or in citation of the source.
12 to >9.0 ptsNeeds Improvement
Some explanation is offered for current patterns and trends, and an attempt is made to connect to readings or lectures. However, memo is missing a clear idea or concept, does not apply it correctly, and/or does not cite the source.
9 to >0 ptsIncomplete
Little or no explanation is offered for current patterns and trends in segregation. Missing any connection to ideas/concepts from the course, and/or missing citation.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusionA brief concluding paragraph that tells the reader the main takeaway of your analysis in the memo.
10 to >9.0 ptsExcellent
Concluding paragraph clearly and succinctly presents the main takeaway of your analysis of segregation presented in the body of the essay.
9 to >8.0 ptsGood
Concluding paragraph presents an important takeaway from your analysis, with only minor problems of clarity in the writing or connection to the body of the essay.
8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds Improvement
An attempt is made to identify a takeaway related to segregation, but lacks a clear connection to the analysis presented in the body of the essay.
6 to >0 ptsIncomplete
Conclusion is missing, vague, or unrelated to the analysis in the body of the essay.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferencesInternal citations and reference page with full citations using Chicago Style.
5 ptsCorrect Citation
At least one reading or lecture is cited in the essay. Internal citation and the reference section are complete and correctly formatted.
4 ptsMinor Errors
At least one reading or lecture is cited in the essay. Memo includes both internal citations and a reference page, but with minor errors in use or formatting.
3 ptsIncomplete
At least one reading or lecture is cited in the essay, but memo is missing either internal citations or a final reference page.
0 ptsMissing
No sources are cited in the essay.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Quality & Following InstructionsAdherence to formatting requirements, proofreading and clarity of academic writing.
5 ptsExcellent
All formatting instructions are followed. The memo is clearly written in formal academic prose, is well-organized, and contains no proofreading errors (typos, punctuation, etc.).
4 ptsGood
No more than one formatting error. Memo is well-organized and the writing is mostly clear. No more than 3 proofreading errors.
2 ptsNeeds Improvement
More than one formatting error. Writing lacks clarity at two or three points. Memo contains more than 3 proofreading errors.
1 ptsUnclear
The memo is not written clearly and has major organizational issues. Formatting instructions are not followed.
5 pts
5) Times New Roman, Size 12 Font.