Ratification Debate PPE
Criterion A: Knowing and Understanding
Students should be able to:
 use humanities terminology in context
 demonstrate knowledge and understanding of subject-specific content and concepts using
descriptions, explanations and examples
Achievement
Level
0
1-2
3-4
5-6
7-8
Level Descriptor
The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors below.
The student:
 makes a limited attempt to use some relevant terminology
 demonstrates basic knowledge and understanding of content and concepts
through some descriptions and/or examples
The student:
 uses some humanities terminology appropriately
 demonstrates knowledge and understanding of content and concepts through
simple descriptions, explanations and examples
The student:
 uses relevant humanities terminology accurately
 demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of content and concepts
through descriptions, explanations and examples
The student:
 uses a range of humanities terminology accurately and appropriately
 demonstrates detailed knowledge and understanding of content and concepts
through thorough descriptions, explanations and examples
PPE specific expectations:
Terminology must include specific concepts from the Constitution like separation of
powers, federalism, commerce, or democratic principles like limited government, rule of
law. You could reference or incorporate the theories on origins of the state, LOTUS
topics, and fundamental concepts of democracy or sources of power. Power should be
easy to connect as the Constitution establishes the power of government.
There must also include a current event as an example. Include proper/complete
bibliographic information.
Point (in PPE) should be one sentence and identify a clear position on the ratification
debate (so that we don’t have to guess). Proof should be the quote (or quotes) that will
be used. Explain should clarify the position using both content and concepts. It will
connect the quote to the point in a logical format that shows understanding through
descriptions, examples, or explanation.
The final grade will be out of 38. Scores will be calculated by taking the rubric
value and multiplying it by six.
Ratification Debate PPE Submission
Name:
Point:
Proof:
Explain:
Date:
Block: