This is a paper designed to show that you know how to consider both sides of an issue equally and know how to articulate scholarly, thoughtful, and balanced arguments for each side. The goal of the Personal Debate is to understand each side of an issue while prayerfully and intelligently forming a conclusive conviction about that issue.
Your Personal Debate will consist of a title page, 2 pages that present a balanced and objective articulation of both sides of the issue, 1 page with your conclusion that presents your personal thoughts and persuasive views about the issue, and a bibliography with a minimum of 3 scholarly references. The assignment must be a minimum of 5 pages, including the title page and bibliography, and must follow current APA format.
You will discuss the following issue: What are the major differences between digital immigrants and digital natives? Do the differences, if any, affect the ability to educate? If so, how?
Rubric
| Student: | |||
| Criteria | Points Possible | Points Earned | Instructor’s Comments |
| The submission shows a clear understanding of the issue. | 20 | ||
| The submission presents a balanced and equal articulation of the issue. | 20 | ||
| The submission provides elements of scholarly thought, insight, and analysis. | 10 | ||
| The conclusion shows a strong articulation of personal thought, analysis, and conviction. | 20 | ||
| Proper spelling and grammar are used. | 5 | ||
| Required page count (1 title page, 3 body pages, and 1 bibliography page) is met. | 5 | ||
| Total | 80 | ||