The effects of commercialism on HIP HOP

Each student, in consultation with the instructor, will choose a musical repertoire or genre and prepare a
Research Paper and Presentation. How does the repertoire you’ve chosen relate to issues of race, class,
gender, sexuality, or other definers of identity? Bear in mind that while lyrics and performance are
important, you must address musical issues as well. Cite 3-4 scholarly articles using MLA style formatting
as your resources for the background paper.

Provide a listening example of the genre that can be played by your classmates. Include lyrics, if your
music has lyrics, and some guide or explanation of the music itself that guides the listeners through the
performance. Videos found online may be used if the video enhances or explains the music in some way.
If a video of the performance is used, a listening guide should be provided as well.

Submit your Research Paper Topic to the Dropbox no later than Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT of
Module 2.

Submit your Research Paper to the Dropbox no later than Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT of
Module 7. (This Dropbox basket is linked to Turnitin.)

In addition to the Research Paper, you will also be creating a presentation (including a playlist) for your
fellow classmates to read and hear. In the Module 7 Discussion Board, you will post a brief description of
your project and attach the Research Paper and Presentation (including music sample). Then, read at
least two of your classmates’ presentations, listen to their music samples, and post your comments.

Write a brief description of your Research Paper and post the Research Paper and Presentation
(with listening examples) no later than Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT of Module 7.

Grading Rubric:

Elements	Criteria	Not Evident	Beginning	Developing	Competent
Purpose	Clearly identifies main issue(s), problem(s), or intention(s).	0	6	8	10
Perspective	Investigates point(s) of view and assumptions.	0	6	8	10
Evidence	Supports purpose with relevant, sufficient evidence and defines concepts.	0	6	8	10
Analysis	Analyzes the consequences and implications of reasoning.	0	6	8	10
Core Values	Addresses core value(s) specifically and demonstrates their relevance.	0	6	8	10
Decision Making	States the various options of decision making and chooses a solution.	0	6	8	10
Grammar and Organization	Uses good grammar and organizes the paper in a consistent and logical way.	0	6	8	10
Choice of appropriate topic	Chooses a topic that can be examined in a scholarly way that goes beyond a basic biography or playlist.	0	6	8	10

Uses appropriate sources and cites them correctly	Uses a minimum of three scholarly sources and cites them within the paper using MLA or APA style.	0	6	8	10
Class Presentation	Presents the topic using engaging visuals, appropriate musical examples, and relevant information .	0	6	8	10

Total Points (out of 100)___

The Saint Leo University Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) develops students’ decision-making skills
through applying critical thinking and the university’s core values. Certain University Exploration courses
instruct students in the QEP and allow them to practice with these ideas through a set of structured
assessments. This class includes instruction in the QEP concepts and an assessment of the students’
ability to apply these concepts within the academic discipline of the course.