Grading+Policy


 * __Module Reading Reflections__** allow students to examine their understanding of significant concepts introduced by authors of the textbook, and to discuss their thinking in relation to those concepts. Reflections typically **//combine summary and analysis with personal perspective in an attempt to connect reading with prior knowledge and experience//**. One way to approach these assignments is to use the reflections as an opportunity to develop your own thinking about major components of secondary school teaching and learning.

Reflections will be evaluated based upon the parameters below. The reflections must be done prior to the in-class discussions of the modules (see the Tentative Course Schedule or the welcome page of this wiki for due dates). Eight chapter reflections are due for the course.

18, 19, or 20: Insightful, well-developed answer which shows knowledge of concepts in the reading and reflective personal perspective. Personal experiences are used to make sense of the reading in the text. Specific reference to chapter material is present and flow together with personal experiences and reflection. Clear, standard English writing is expected.

17, 16: Shows understanding of material read and some personal perspective. Reasonable clarity in use of language to convey concepts is present.

≤ 16: Shows great haste in completing the assignment without regard to substance or style. Many grammatical errors.

For late work 1 point will be automatically deducted for each day late.

Length: Generally, 1 full page single spaced will do. Please type this in Microsoft Word first, and then copy and paste it into the appropriate wiki page.

Format: These Reading Module Reflections will be submitted via the course wiki. You should include your reflection in black ink under the proper page. Include your name, date written, module reflection number, at the start of your reflection. If you cite sources other than the chapter reading, use APA format for the in-text citations and a reference list at the end of your reflection.