Florida International University Critical and Creative Reflection Discussion

This Critical Reflection is based on readings in Module 1 & Module 2

You may also include ideas from the videos in these modules, but they DO NOT count toward the requirement to cover 3-5 readings-ONLY ESSAYS FROM THE COURSE TEXT AND ADDITIONAL ASSIGNED READINGS (PDFs AND WEBSITES/BLOGS) COUNT TOWARD THAT REQUIREMENT.

Complete a 3-5 page (double-spaced) critically reflecting on and responding to the readings:

The idea of critical reflections/responses are to engage in thoughtful internal dialogue about the idea of global issues and education. You should attempt, in your understanding of the readings to get “underneath” what you read in order to understand the social, political, and cultural underpinnings of the issues. Reading critically involves more than understanding the words or liking or disliking the texts; critical reading requires reflection. Please do not simply summarize the readings.

Video: Dr. Rose Provides Instructions & Tips for Completing Critical Reflection

Critical Reflections Check List:

1. Was I thorough? Did I write at least 3-5 pages or create a 3-5 min video and did I submit on time? 😉 (4 points)
2. Did I identify and address some of the major arguments/points/principles in the readings? Did I discuss and incorporate ideas from 3-5 readings, or more, and did I include at least 1 quote or key idea per article/reading (and cite accordingly) and react to this statement or idea? How are my views challenged or supported by these ideas? (4 points)
3. Did I make connections text-to-text, text-to-self and text-world connections? (4 points)
4. Did I discuss how this will impact my own teaching practice, work in my intended career and/or future social interactions? Did I give specific examples when possible? (4 points)
5. Did I pose a clear/non-rhetorical question for future discussion/reflection based on the selected readings? (4 points)