These are the 5 required elements for your journal:
Give at least one quote from the readings (cite author and page number). If there are multiple sources for readings it is fine to choose a quote from each or to use just one quote total. (However, you do need to bring all of the assigned readings into your response.)
Ask a question of clarification or analysis.
Write a substantial 2-paragraph (meaning at least 7-10 sentences per paragraph as a minimum) response that engages with the ideas and examples, including giving your own supported perspective. Directly engage TWO assigned sources in the response section as you answer the question you posed. (The word count for the reflection portion needs to be approximately 450-475 words.)
Word count following the paragraph (457 words).
Include a works cited list formatted in MLA (or APA if you prefer).
This should NOT be a summary of the texts but a thoughtful consideration of some ideas that emerged from the readings. Include full citations for works cited.
Include your last name as part of the file name for the PDF or Word doc (Smith_Journal 7) you upload for grading.
Guidelines: Double-space your submission and attach it as a Word doc. (Do not submit a PDF.) Format it overall so it complies with MLA or APA. Make sure you have carefully used quotation marks as appropriate and cited the sources. All Journal assignments go through the Turnitin plagiarism software, and your attention to academic honesty is critically important. The maximum similarity score through Turnitin is 20%. If your score is higher than 20% you need to revise and resubmit it with the 20% or lower score. (Paraphrase more and use shorter/fewer quotes.)
An example is provided in the file.
