Social Mobility and Meritocracy in Canada: An analysis using research

Word count, late marks, references, and works cited guidelines

Is Canada a meritocracy?

In your determination, you are expected to apply research on social mobility from your textbook which address issues related to social inequality in Canada.

Regarding expectations related to word-count, late marks, references and works cited:

o For every 10 words over the word count, you will be deducted 2% off your total final grade for this assignment.

• Late assignments will be accepted up to 5 days after the due date but will receive a 5% deduction for each day the assignment is late.

o Assignments will not be accepted more than 5 days late.

• In terms of references, you are expected to draw upon and cite at the textbook to support each point/argument that you make. You are welcome to introduce additional resources.

• You are free to use any referencing style you prefer (MLA, APA, etc.). However, make sure that you are consistent throughout.

• For resources and how-to-guides relating to reference styles, and for help finding a style that best works for you, please visit the TRU Writing Centre’s.

Aspect of performance

Thinking skills (criticism, analysis, interpretation, logic, argumentation, evaluation, use of comparison, anticipating counter-arguments, etc.)

Comprehension (accuracy in facts, details and representation of author’s views, breadth of reading, grasp of major issues, etc.)

Writing skills (structure and organization, clarity, precision, grammar/spelling, use of illustration, style, etc.)