Short Argumentative Essay – Abortion
Type of document Essay
3 Pages Double Spaced
Subject area Healthcare
Academic Level Undergraduate
Style APA
References 2
Order description:
The Short Essay assignments will demonstrate your ability to utilize bioethics concepts and principles in real world situations as well as clinical and legal cases scenarios from the textbook and outside sources.
Write a minimum, 600-800 word, APA formatted, argumentative essay which:
Discusses the moral and legal debate surrounding abortion and examine any of the clinical or court cases discussed in the readings (Chapters 11, 12, 13). You should use one of these cases to develop your argument.
Supports your statements with appropriate examples and scholarly references.
Uses the information from the reading provided and additional individual research, to construct a well formed argument in support of your position on this topic.
Grading criteria
Essay Content and Critical Thinking
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Needs Work (0-6); Below Average (7-12)
Proficient (13-17); Highly Proficient (19-24)
Maximum score24
Thesis and Organization Structure
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Needs Work (0-4); Below Average (5-8)
Proficient (9-14); Highly Proficient (15-18)
Maximum score18
Writing Mechanics
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Needs Work (0-3); Below Average (4-6)
Proficient (7-10); Highly Proficient (11-14)
Maximum score14
References and Presentation
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Needs Work (0-3); Below Average (4-6)
Proficient (7-10); Highly Proficient (11-14)
Maximum score14