Writing Question

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Write a 1.5 – 2.5-page, word count at least 550.

Reading reflection (double spaced) on any of the readings for the week (reading see attached file) You can reflect on any aspect of the reading: the content, method, writer’s argument, etc. This assignment tests your understanding of the reading and your critical analysis of the text you engage with within the week under review.

Do not use outside resources, only use attached readings.

Reading Reflections Rubric

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeKey pointsThe attempt at identifying and discussing the key points from the reading.

5 pts

Excellent

4.5 pts

Very good

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Satisfactory

2 pts

Needs improvement

0 pts

No marks

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical engagementAttempt at making connections; providing examples, etc.

4 pts

Excellent

3.5 pts

Very good

3 pts

Good

2 pts

Needs improvement

0 pts

No Marks

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUse of quotesThe sufficient inclusion of quotes illustrates your level of close reading of the text and your attempt to understand it.

3 pts

Sufficient

Uses enough quotes to bolster claims about the key arguments from the reading.

1.5 pts

Insufficient

Doesn’t use/reference enough quotes to bolster claims about the key argument(s) from the reading.

0 pts

None included

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting clarity and mechanicsThe organization, structure, flow, and clarity of the writing. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

4 pts

Excellent

Well organized, logically structured, clear; no spelling, punctuation, or grammatical errors

3.5 pts

Good

Well organized, logically structured, clear; a few spelling, punctuation or grammatical errors.

3 pts

Satisfactory

Some lapses in organization, flow, and/or clarity. Some spelling, punctuation, or grammatical errors.

2 pts

Needs improvement

Significant organizational and clarity issues throughout. There are many spelling, punctuation, or grammatical errors

0 pts

No Marks

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCitationsProper citation of in-text quotes using APA. [First reflections will receive a pass on APA if another citation style is used correctly. After that, there is a penalty for not using APA.]

3 pts

Full Marks

Included and correct (in APA). [1st reflection: if in another style must be correct.]

1.5 pts

Included but incorrect

Included, but incorrect; or not in APA

0 pts

No Marks

Not included; unrecognizable citation style

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormating requirementsSee syllabus

1 pts

Full Marks

Meets all requirements

0.5 pts

Half mark

Does not meet all requirements

1 pts

Total Points: 20

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