Sample Papers

Week 1 Discussion: Discuss the Importance of Urban and Regional Planning  Initiate a discussion on your concepts, ideas, and thoughts on the value and importance of […]

Evaluates Evidence Using Critical Thinking Skills Total: 3.50 Distinguished – Comprehensively evaluates evidence using the following standards: validity, strength, authority, and bias related to the chosen topic. […]

Week 1 Assignment: Analyze the Origins of Urban Growth  Urban growth has its origins in many factors including intermodal transportation points and the availability of resources. […]

Week 8 Assignment: Summarize Key Aspects of Administrative Law  Assume you are an instructor preparing a presentation for graduate students interested in taking an administrative law […]

Week 2 Assignment: Evaluate Environmental Issues  In a paper, develop a discussion regarding environmental quality deterioration. Include the following in your summary: Analyze the problem and […]

Evaluates Ethical Outcomes Total: 4.00 Distinguished – Comprehensively and effectively evaluates the ethical outcomes that result from the position taken on the issue and thoroughly explains how […]

Week 3 Assignment: Analyze Local Planning Issues  Write a paper about a topic of interest to you concerning long-term urban/regional strategic planning issues in your home […]

Creates an Argument Total: 7.00 Distinguished – Creates a complete argument, including claims and evidence without obvious logical fallacies that fully addresses one’s major field of study, […]

Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Claim Total: 3.50 Distinguished – Provides a clear and focused introduction and thesis statement with claim that defines the issue or problem, addresses […]