NO USE OF AI
Write your reflections on the three films presented in LINKS attached.
Address these questions in your writing:
How did you feel after watching the films?
What did you learn from the films?
What was your previous perspective on the subject?
Explain your answer.
How did these films impact your previous perspective on the subject?
Explain your answer.
What connections can be made with the other documents assigned for this module?
Explain your answer.
Provide specific examples from the assigned course materials to support your writing.
Your responses must:
Be written in essay form: introduction, body, and conclusion.
Do not simply answer each prompt in short answer style and then put those paragraphs in order.
Organize your writing with a thesis statement and supporting points
Use specific examples from the films and readings to support your writing.
Direct quotes should not be excessive in number nor length
Direct quotes should be limited to no more than 3-4 per page.
Direct quotes should be no more than 2-3 lines long.
Be grammatically correct and free of spelling errors.
Not use slang, colloquialisms, and text speech.
Be based solely on your reading/interpretation of the assigned films and readings.
Not contain information from any sources outside of course materials, i.e. the internet, Google, other websites, etc.
Be restricted to the following upload file types: Google docs (.gdoc), and Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx). No other file types (.txt, .pdf) are permitted.
Contain no less that 500 words
Not include a header, a title page, nor a works cited/bibliography page
Include parenthetical citations within the document (Author’s last name, page number) where necessary.
Rubric
Best Reflection Writing Rubric
Best Reflection Writing Rubric
Looking for B grade
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDepth of Reflection
Presents critical analysis of film and its connection to the subject matter of the course. Addresses all of the required questions.
14 to >11.9 pts
Distinguished
Response demonstrates an in-depth reflection on the film and synthesis of the subject matter of the course. Each question or part of the assignment is addressed thoroughly.
11.9 to >10.5 pts
Proficient
Response demonstrates a general reflection on the film and some synthesis of the subject matter of the course. Most questions or parts of the assignment are addressed.
10.5 to >9.1 pts
Satisfactory
Response demonstrates a minimal reflection on the film and little synthesis of the subject matter of the course. Some questions or parts of the assignment are not addressed.
9.1 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
Response demonstrates a lack of reflection on the film and little to no synthesis of the subject matter of the course. Many parts of the assignment are addressed minimally, inadequately, and/or not at all.
14 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUse of Examples & References to Course Materials
Use of clear, relevant evidence and examples from the required course materials to support the thesis
9 to >7.65 pts
Distinguished
Frequent and consistent use of clear, relevant examples and evidence from the required course materials Evidence and examples are located in places where they are needed to support the author’s thesis.
7.65 to >6.75 pts
Proficient
Provides some clear, relevant examples or evidence from the required course materials but not consistent. Some examples or evidence are located in places where they are needed to support the author’s thesis.
6.75 to >5.85 pts
Satisfactory
Provides few clear examples and evidence from the required course materials. Few examples and evidence can be found in places that support the author’s thesis.
5.85 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
Little to no use of clear, relevant examples and evidence from the required course materials.
9 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParagraph Development & Transitions
Well-developed paragraphs with clear topic sentences and subsequent sentences that provide examples and develop points. Strong, consistent transitions between paragraphs and points in the writing.
9 to >7.65 pts
Distinguished
Paragraphs are consistently well developed, with a clear topic sentence and several sentences that provide examples and develop points. Strong and/or consistent transition between paragraphs and points in the writing.
7.65 to >6.75 pts
Proficient
Most paragraphs are well-developed, with a clear topic sentence and several sentences that provide examples and develop points. Fairly consistent transitions between paragraphs and points in the writing.
6.75 to >5.85 pts
Satisfactory
Some structure and development of paragraphs and/or some with clear topic sentences and focus, but not consistently. Some transition or flow between paragraphs.
5.85 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
Very few paragraphs with clear topic sentences. Paragraphs have little or no development. Little to no transition between paragraphs and points in the writing.
9 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction & Conclusion
Introduction states the author’s thesis/argument and forecasts major points. Conclusion summarizes major points and demonstrates broader perspective on topic.
7 to >5.95 pts
Distinguished
Clear introduction that states the author’s thesis and forecasts the major points. Conclusion goes beyond summary of what was written and addresses broader perspectives.
5.95 to >5.25 pts
Proficient
Introduction states a fairly clear thesis and some of the major points are forecast. Conclusion summarizes major points and goes beyond summary to include additional information.
5.25 to >4.55 pts
Satisfactory
Some evidence of an introduction. Nothing beyond a forecast of the major points. Some summary of points made, but nothing beyond summary. No broader perspectives addressed.
4.55 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
Poor introduction. Thesis not stated. Major points not forecast. Conclusion does not summarize argument and major points.
7 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSpelling & Grammar
Demonstrates proper spelling and grammar.
3 to >2.55 pts
Distinguished
There are no misspellings and grammatical errors in the document.
2.55 to >2.25 pts
Proficient
There are only a few misspellings and/or grammatical errors in the entire document. The readability of the work is minimally interrupted by errors.
2.25 to >1.95 pts
Satisfactory
There are some misspellings and/or systematic grammatical errors in the entire document. Errors distract from the understanding of the work.
1.95 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
There are many misspellings and/or systematic grammatical errors in the entire document. The readability of the work is seriously hampered by errors.
3 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAdherence to Assignment Instructions
Assignment instructions were fully adhered to and followed.
3 to >2.55 pts
Distinguished
All instructions concerning assignment structure, references to course materials, and word count are adhered to.
2.55 to >2.25 pts
Proficient
Most instructions concerning assignment structure, references to course materials, and word count are adhered to.
2.25 to >1.95 pts
Satisfactory
Some instructions concerning assignment structure, references to course materials, and word count are adhered to.
1.95 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
Few instructions concerning assignment structure, references to course materials, and word count are adhered to.
3 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMeets the Minimum Required Word Count
5 pts
Full Credit
Meets the minimum required word count
0 pts
Zero Credit
Does not meet the minimum required word count
5 pts
Total Points: 50
