Chapter 9: Reflective Writing

EDCI 208 Reflective Writing

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Depth of Reflection

4 pts Exemplary Response demonstrates an in-depth reflection on, and personalization of, the theories, concepts, and/or strategies presented in the course materials to date. Viewpoints and interpretations are insightful and well supported. Clear, detailed examples are provided, as applicable.

2.4 pts Acceptable Response demonstrates a minimal reflection on, and personalization of, the theories, concepts, and/or strategies presented in the course materials to date. Viewpoints and interpretations are unsupported or supported with flawed arguments. Examples, when applicable, are not provided or are irrelevant to the assignment.

0.8 pts Unsatisfactory Response demonstrates a lack of reflection on, or personalization of, the theories, concepts, and/or strategies presented in the course materials to date. Viewpoints and interpretations are missing, inappropriate, and/or unsupported. Examples, when applicable, are not provided.

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Critical Thinking: Analyzing Perspectives

3 pts Exemplary Student assesses and evaluates perspectives, knowledge, and opinions gained from course concepts and experience. Student links these assessments to own perspectives and opinions on the issue.

1.8 pts Acceptable Student assesses and evaluates perspectives, knowledge and opinions gained from course concepts and experience.

0.6 pts Unsatisfactory Student accepts things at face value; opinions are stated without analysis or support

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Structure/Writing Components

2 pts Exemplary Writing is clear, concise, and well organized with excellent sentence/paragraph construction. Thoughts are expressed in a coherent and logical manner. There are no more than three spelling, grammar, or syntax errors per page of writing.

1.2 pts Acceptable Writing is unclear and/or disorganized. Thoughts are not expressed in a logical manner. There are more than five spelling, grammar, or syntax errors per page of writing.

0.4 pts Unsatisfactory Writing is unclear and disorganized. Thoughts ramble and make little sense. There are numerous spelling, grammar, or syntax errors throughout the response.

2 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Required Components

1 pts Exemplary Response includes all components and meets or exceeds all requirements indicated in the instructions. Each question or part of the assignment is addressed thoroughly. All attachments and/or additional documents are included, as required.

0.6 pts Acceptable Response is missing some components and/or does not fully meet the requirements indicated in the instructions. Some questions or parts of the assignment are not addressed. Some attachments and additional documents, if required, are missing or unsuitable for the purpose of the assignment.

0.2 pts Unsatisfactory Response excludes essential components and/or does not address the requirements indicated in the instructions. Many parts of the assignment are addressed minimally, inadequately, and/or not at all.

1 pts