Critical Assignment on Biblical Book Final Essay 1
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Instructions:
Description
The students will write a critical introduction to a book of Bible. See the Agenda Item in Weeks 1-7 for detailed video walkthroughs for each part of this assignment.
Each student will select a biblical book, read it in its entirety, and research its historical background, literary structure, major themes, place in the biblical storyline, and theological message. Students should cite at least 6 non-internet, academic sources (books, journal articles, etc.). The paper should be 6-10 pages long (Times New Roman, 12-point font with 1 margins all around, and double spaced except for the literary outline) and should include a bibliography (which is not counted toward the page total). The paper should contain the following sections:
a.) Critical Issues (author, date, provenance, occasion, sources, etc.)
b.) Literary structure (two-level outline the major sections of the book and then a 1-2 paragraph summary)
c.) Place in the storyline of the Bible (use Roberts here)
d.) Major themes and theological message
e.) Personal reflection on the book
Suggested resources: ESV Study Bible, New International Commentary on the Old Testament, New International Commentary on the New Testament, New Dictionary of Biblical Theology, Tyndale Old and New Testament Commentaries, New American Commentary on the Old and New Testaments.
This is the Critical Assignment for this course and must be passed at an acceptable rate in order to pass the course.
See the rubric below for more details on how the critical assignment will be assessed
Performance
Levels
Dimensions &
(CLO/SLO Addressed)
Exemplary (4)
Accomplished (3)
Developing (2)
Beginning (1)
Score
Critical Issues
CLO 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2
SLO –
Thoroughly addresses all of the relevant critical issues including author, date, sources, and historical background.
Adequately addresses all of the relevant critical issues including author, date, sources, and historical background.
Adequately addresses most of the relevant critical issues including author, date, sources, and historical background.
Does not adequately address most of the relevant critical issues including author, date, sources, and historical background.
30
Literary Structure
CLO 2.2
SLO –
Includes a complete outline of the book and at least a 1-paragraph explanation of the basic flow of the book.
Includes a somewhat complete outline of the book and at least a 1-paragraph explanation of the basic flow of the book.
Includes an outline of the book but it is either incomplete or does not include an explanation of the basic flow of the book.
Does not sufficiently outline the book or include an explanation of the basic flow of the book.
30
Place in Storyline
CLO 3.1, 3.2, 4.1
SLO –
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the unfolding storyline of Scripture and the books location in it.
Demonstrates an adequate understanding of the unfolding storyline of Scripture and the books location in it.
Demonstrates an adequate understanding of the unfolding storyline of Scripture but has difficulty showing the books location in it.
Does not demonstrate an adequate understanding of the unfolding storyline of Scripture and the books location in it.
30
Theology/Themes
CLO 4.2, 5.1
SLO –
Thoroughly addresses at least three of the major themes in the book and includes a summary of its theological message.
Adequately addresses at least three of the major themes in the book and includes a summary of its theological message.
Adequately addresses at least two of the major themes in the book and includes a summary of its theological message.
Does not adequately address the major themes and the theological message of the book.
30
Personal Reflection
CLO 5.2, 5.3
SLO –
Provides a thoughtful reflection on at least three ways that the books message is applicable to ones life
Provides a thoughtful reflection on at least two ways that the books message is applicable to ones life
Provides a thoughtful reflection on at least one way that the books message is applicable to ones life
Provides very little reflection on the ways that the books message is applicable to ones life
20
Structure and Length
CLO N/A
SLO 1.1, 1.2
Includes all five sections of the paper and meets the page requirement.
Includes all five sections of the paper and meets the page requirement, but some sections are relatively too brief.
Includes all five sections of the paper and but falls slightly below the page requirement.
Either does not include all five sections of the paper or falls significantly below the page requirement
20
Critical Assignment on Biblical Book Final Essay 1
RUBRIC |
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Excellent Quality 95-100%
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Introduction
45-41 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Literature Support 91-84 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Methodology 58-53 points Content is well-organized with headings for each slide and bulleted lists to group related material as needed. Use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. to enhance readability and presentation content is excellent. Length requirements of 10 slides/pages or less is met. |
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Average Score 50-85% |
40-38 points More depth/detail for the background and significance is needed, or the research detail is not clear. No search history information is provided. |
83-76 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is little integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are included. Summary of information presented is included. Conclusion may not contain a biblical integration. |
52-49 points Content is somewhat organized, but no structure is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. is occasionally detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met. |
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Poor Quality 0-45% |
37-1 points The background and/or significance are missing. No search history information is provided. |
75-1 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is no integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are not included in the summary of information presented. Conclusion does not contain a biblical integration. |
48-1 points There is no clear or logical organizational structure. No logical sequence is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects etc. is often detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met |
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Critical Assignment on Biblical Book Final Essay 1