1. religion class 4
Religious Visit – World Religions Individual AssignmentThis assignment is so that the
student has the opportunity to be immersed into a religious event. The event needs to be
something of a new experience for the student. The student is required to research the
region they plan on visiting. Research not only the Religion itself as a whole, but also the
event in which the student has decided to attend. This event can be include anything from
Mass to a funeral. These events need to be religious in nature (not a secular wedding or a
funeral). The student could also attend a bris or a Jewish wedding. The point of the
assignment it to experience some of the traditional aspects of the religion that the student
has researched.The following needs to be included to earn a passing grade.Research prior to
the visit.Paper must be at least 800 wordsHow the research compared to the
experience.What traditional aspects did the event have?Include supporting evidenceCollege
level writing (flow, vocabulary and overall structure)Correct mechanics (grammar, spelling
and punctuation)Reference page (not included in the word count)3 outside references using
APA or MLA format- Failure to have cited sources may result in a failing grade.Here is the
rubric:Content60 PercentAll key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive
way. Religious Visit PaperChoose a religion different from one in which you have never
participated research and visit a worship service and/or a religious traditional event
(wedding, funeral, Bar Mitzvah, Etc.) for that religion. Your paper should include the
following information: Give the full name, exact address and religious affiliation of the
group. Give the exact date and time of your visit. Give the name and type of service. Describe
the outside and inside appearance of the building, the way visitors are greeted, and the sort
of people in this group (their apparent social class, ethnic background, gender, average age,
number present, etc.) Describe what happened in the service from beginning to end. Try to
give some sense to the emotional tone and spiritual meaning of the scenario. (i.e. Was the
opening dramatic or casual? Is the congregational participation emotional or reserved? Is
the service spontaneous or ritualized?) How did the experience compare to the research
done prior? What traditional aspects did you witness?Paper is at least 1500 words in
lengthMajor points are stated clearly and are supported by specific details, examples, or
analysis.Organization / Development20 PercentThe paper develops a central theme or idea,
directed toward the appropriate audience.The introduction provides sufficient background
on the topic and previews major points.The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the
paper/presentation, and reviews the major points.The tone is appropriate to the content
and assignment.Transitions between sentences, paragraphs, sections, and slides aid in
2. maintaining the flow of thought in the presentation and in the paper.Mechanics20
PercentThe paper is laid out with effective use of headings, font styles, and white
space.Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.Sentences are complete, clear,
concise, and varied.Spelling is correct.The paper, including reference page for at least three
outside references, tables, and appendices follow APA or MLS guidelines for
format.Citations of original works within the body of the paper and/or footnotes, and
bibliography follow APA or MLS guidelines.Total100 Percent800 words – 3 outside sources
Writing is to be 1/3 researched history and background and 2/3 description of experience.
(Title page and reference page are required.)
