1.Explanation of issue (4 points): You will clearly state the problem/issue and include any information necessary to fully explain the issue.

2.Evidence (4 points): You will select appropriate evidence to thoroughly investigate the problem, and critically evaluate the viewpoints.

3.Assumptions (4 points): You thoroughly analyze your assumptions and include relevant contextual information.

4.Your position (perspective, thesis/hypothesis;4 points): You will present a hypothesis that takes into account the complexities of the issue.

5.Conclusions and related outcomes (4 points): Your conclusions will be logically tied to the evidence and outlined.