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essay prompt 5

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMRrCYPxD0I

Consider how this short talk by Alan Watts draws on Hindu and/or Buddhist thought:

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1). Do you think Watts is discussing primarily Hindu concepts or primarily Buddhist concepts? Explain what concepts of the tradition(s) you think Watt’s is drawing on.

2). Give some examples that help defend your view of which religion is most represented in this video.

3). Which definition of “you” do you think Watts is relying on, Atman or Anatta? Explain.

4). What is your own understanding of what “you” fundamentally are? How does it differ or align with the ideas of the self found in Hinduism and Buddhism?

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Your response should be a minimum of two pages in length.

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Format your paper using APA, MLA, or Chicago style. At the very least, double-space, use a 12pt font, and 1-inch margins.

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Assignment Rubric

Assignment Rubric

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePrompts Addressed

6.0 to >4.0 pts

Excellent

All prompts are responded to and the responses are supported by thorough explanation and interesting, creative, or original examples.

4.0 to >3.0 pts

Proficient

All prompts are responded to and the responses are supported by sufficient explanation and appropriate examples.

3.0 to >1.0 pts

Developing

All or most of the prompts are adequately addressed but responses are only minimally supported or explained.

1.0 to >0 pts

Insufficient

The assignment is incomplete or does not address a majority of the prompts. When prompts are addressed, responses are not clearly presented or adequately explained. Responses may also be completely superficial and/or a mere regurgitation or what was contained in assigned course materials.

6.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCourse Content

6.0 to >4.0 pts

Excellent

Concepts, practices, terminology, and major figures relating to the assignment are accurately identified, described, and explained in a clear and thorough way.

4.0 to >3.0 pts

Proficient

Concepts, practices, terminology, and major figures relating to the assignment are accurately identified, described, and explained.

3.0 to >1.0 pts

Developing

Nearly all concepts, practices, terminology, and major figures relating to the assignment are adequately identified, described, and explained.

1.0 to >0 pts

Insufficient

Hardly any or no concepts, practices, terminology, and major figures relating to the assignment are accurately identified, described, or explained. The assignment is not turned in or is incomplete.

6.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical and Creative Thinking

4.0 to >3.0 pts

Excellent

The assignment demonstrates clear and thorough analysis of the concepts and problems involved and a clear, thorough, and creative explication of original thought regarding the ideas and issues discussed.

3.0 to >2.0 pts

Proficient

The assignment demonstrate standard analysis of the concepts and problems involved and a clear and thorough explication of original thought regarding the ideas and issues discussed.

2.0 to >1.0 pts

Developing

The assignment demonstrates adequate but unoriginal analysis of the concepts and problems involved and an underdeveloped explication of original thought regarding the ideas and issues discussed.

1.0 to >0 pts

Insufficient

The assignment does not demonstrate adequate analysis or original thought of the concepts or problems involved in the discussion.

4.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAssignment RequirementsFormatting, sources cited, page length, etc.

2.0 to >1.75 pts

Excellent

Assignment requirements have been met and there are no issues with formatting, sources cited, or page length.

1.75 to >1.5 pts

Proficient

Assignment requirements have been met and there are hardly any issues with formatting, sources cited, or page length.

1.5 to >1.0 pts

Developing

Nearly all assignment requirements have been met, and there are only a few issues with formatting, sources cited, or page length.

1.0 to >0 pts

Insufficient

Assignment requirements have not been met. There are severe issues with formatting, citations, or page length.

2.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Conventions

2.0 to >1.75 pts

Excellent

The assignment is excellently structured, coherent, and fluid. There are no grammatical or spelling errors.

1.75 to >1.5 pts

Proficient

The assignment is well structured and coherent. There are not many grammatical or spelling errors. Errors do not distract the reader from the assignment content.

1.5 to >1.0 pts

Developing

The assignment is adequately structured and mostly coherent. There are numerous spelling and grammatical errors that distract the reader from the assignment content.

1.0 to >0 pts

Insufficient

The assignment is not turned in, is unintelligible, or the problems of a developing assignment are overly severe or numerous.

2.0 pts

Total Points: 20.0

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