The effects and usage of social media in Canadian politics 1. Style (25%). Is the paper clearly written? Is the spelling and grammar correct? Is it interesting to read? 2. Structure (25%). Does the paper develop in a way that makes clear what the major point is? Does it mix analysis and argument together in a mutually reinforcing way? 3. Depth of Research (25%). How far beyond the assigned readings and ideas expressed in lectures does the paper go? Does it identify relevant scholarly debates as well as correctly portray the major position. Does it correctly cite sources. 4. Strength of Argument (25%). Is the argument well grounded and sensible? Is it clear and logical? Does the empirical evidence match with the logic of it? Does the paper make a clear case without being polemical.



