First Paper: Reconstruction (Plato's System)
What we are assessing?
Accuracy
/20%
How precisely does your essay reconstruct Plato’s conception of Philosophy?
Comprehension
/20%
Does your reconstruction reflect a good grasp of the dialogues as a whole?
Analysis
/20%
Does your reconstruction reveal a complex understanding of the “Socratic Dialogues”?
Expression
/20%
How clear is you explanation of Plato’s concept? Is your writing precise, concise, articulate, and direct?
Evidence
/20%
Do you mobilize appropriate textual evidence in support of your interpretation? Do you cite the text properly whenever you quote or paraphrase?
Total
100%
How well have you understood and how well can you explain Plato’s conception of Philosophy?
