Communication journal

COMM 3313 Racial Encounters Journal

You are asked to report on 5 “racial encounters” in which you have been a part or observed. Each entry should include the date, demographics of individuals in the encounter (e.g., name, age, race, sex), the race issue observed, details about the encounter, the verbal and nonverbal behaviors that affected the encounter, the perceived relevance of race to the encounter, the student’s role in the encounter, how the issue was addressed or resolved, and a personal analysis of the encounter. The personal analysis should include a direct discussion of how the interaction connects to course concepts. Be sure to cite relevant concepts from your textbook and address the following questions: What is the relevance of race to this encounter? How does this interaction connect to course concepts?

Each encounter is worth 10 points and the entire journal is worth a total of 50 points for the course. Journal entries will be graded using the grading rubric below. Please refer to the course calendar for the assignment due date.

Racial Encounters Journal Grading Rubric Above Expectations 9-10 points

Meets Expectations 7-8.5 points

Below Expectations 0-6 points

Racial Thoughtful, well-developed Thoughtful description Description and/or Encounter description and analysis of

racial encounter. Entry provides relevant details, including the date, demographics of individuals in the encounter (e.g., name, age, race, sex), the race issue observed, details about the encounter, the verbal and nonverbal behaviors that affected the encounter, the perceived relevance of race to the encounter, the student’s role in the encounter, how the issue was addressed or resolved, and a personal analysis of the encounter. Demonstrates understanding of course concepts. Relates directly to textbook and/or lecture materials. Evidence of critical thought. There are no errors with grammar, spelling, or punctuation.

and analysis of the racial encounter but may be unclear or incomplete in some minor way. Demonstrates clear understanding of course concept(s) but does not directly relate to textbook and/or lecture materials or more thoughtful elaboration needed. There may be some minor grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors.

analysis needs work and is lacking enough detail or explanation. Difficult to understand or needs more thought. Does not demonstrate understanding nor relate directly to the textbook or lecture materials. There are multiple grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation errors.