Essay Question

State development is increasing based on the ability of the state to overcome a range of political, economic and institutional factors. Discuss

Let's plan this together and see how to break this topic down.

Step 1. Look over the differing factors that we have looked at in the past few weeks and select three of these to write about.

Step 2. For each of the factors come up with a way that they either hinder or help the development process.

Step 3. Find examples that support/illustrate these arguments. This is probably the one part of this subject where it is permissible to use historical sources. However try and use as many contemporary examples where possible.

Step 4. Develop a contention and begin the writing process.

Marks

Level Descriptor

The work does not reach a standard described by the descriptors below.

1 - 5

The response reveals limited understanding of the demands of the question.
The response is poorly structured, or where there is a recognizable essay structure there is minimal focus on the task.
There is little relevant knowledge, and examples are either lacking or not relevant
The response is mostly descriptive.

6 - 10

The response indicates some understanding of the demands of the question.
There is some evidence of an attempt to structure the response.
Some relevant knowledge is present, and some examples are mentioned but they are not developed or their relevance to arguments is not clear.
The response demonstrates limited understanding of fundamental political concepts and approaches.
There is limited justification of main points.
Counterclaims are not considered.

11 - 15

The demands of the question are understood and mostly addressed but the implications are not considered.

There is a clear attempt to structure the response.

The response is mostly based on relevant and accurate knowledge of global politics, and relevant examples are given and support arguments.

The response demonstrates some understanding of fundamental political concepts and approaches.

Many of the main points are justified and arguments are largely coherent.

Some counterclaims are considered.

16 - 20

The demands of the questions are understood and addressed, and most implications are considered.
The response is well-structured.
The response demonstrates relevant and accurate knowledge and understanding of global politics, and relevant examples are used in a way that strengthens arguments.
The response demonstrates a good grasp of fundamental political concepts and approaches.
All or nearly all of the main points are justified and arguments are coherent.
Counterclaims are explored.

21 – 25

A very well structured and balanced response that addresses the demands and implications of the question.

Comprehensive knowledge and in-depth understanding of global politics is applied in the response consistently and effectively, with examples integrated.
The response demonstrates a very good grasp of fundamental political concepts and approaches.
All of the main points are justified. Arguments are clear, coherent and compelling.
Counterclaims are explored and evaluated.