Doctrinal statement 3
Position Paper Grading Guide 3: Humanity, Sin, and Salvation
Major Issues Addressed 20
Has the student addressed all the major issues pertaining to this doctrine?
Doctrine of Humanity and Sin
• Creation of humanity Composition of humanity Image of God The fall of humanity Sin Doctrine of Salvation
• Justification Faith Election/Predestination Sanctification Perseverance Glorification
Defense of Position 25
Has the student articulated a position on each point?
Has the student provided (an) argument(s) in support of each point?
Clarity and Coherence 10
Is the paper coherent as a whole?
Is the paper logical and well-organized?
Biblical Support 20
Does the student use at least 30 references from Scripture?
Does the student provide sufficient support for each topic addressed?
Are the references appropriate for defending each position?
Opposing Views 10
Where applicable, does the student identify opposing viewpoints?
Are opposing viewpoints articulated fairly and accurately?
Use of Sources 10
Does the student use at least 2 academic-level sources (the course
textbook can count as one source)?
Are all sources cited correctly and included in a bibliography?
Spelling/Grammar/Length 5
Is the paper of appropriate length (3-4 pages, single-spaced)?
Is the paper free from spelling and grammar mistakes?