Intersectionality
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IntroWGSTTake-AwayAssignment.docxIntro WGST Take-Away Assignment
What, for you, was an important concept/idea/argument that you will take away from this class? Write an approximate 500-750 word essay that
(a) describes the concept/idea/argument;
(b) presents it in the context it was learned in the class;
c) explains why the concept/idea/argument has expanded your knowledge about Women's and Gender Studies in ways that help you meet your intellectual/personal goals;
d) discusses how you will "act" on this take-away. For instance, will you do activism around this issue, or take more classes in this area, or begin watching movies and TV shows differently, or paying more attention to gender equity in your workplace , or how to raise your children, etc?
The paper must include a reference to at least one course reading or film. You can, of course, reference more than one reading assignment in the paper.
WGST 303 Writing Assignment Rubric (1)
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WGST 303 Writing Assignment Rubric (1) |
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Pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent Development Uses appropriate, relevant, and compelling content to illustrate mastery of the subject, conveying the writer's understanding, and shaping the whole work. (20 pts) Uses appropriate, relevant, and compelling content to explore ideas within the context of the discipline and shape the whole work. (18 pts) Uses appropriate and relevant content to develop and explore ideas through most of the work. (15 pts) Uses appropriate and relevant content to develop simple ideas in some parts of the work. (10 pts) Not evident (0 pts) |
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20.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFeminist Perspective Demonstrates a thorough understanding of writing from a feminist perspective. The writing demonstrates a full understanding of the context, audience, and purpose that is responsive to the assigned task(s) and focuses all elements of the work. (20 pts) Demonstrates adequate application of a feminist perspective - consideration of context, audience, and purpose and a clear focus on the assigned task(s) (e.g., the task aligns with audience, purpose, and context). (18 pts) Demonstrates awareness of a feminist perspective - context, audience, purpose, and to the assigned tasks(s) (e.g., begins to show awareness of audience's perceptions and assumptions). (15 pts) Demonstrates minimal attention to feminist perspective context, audience, purpose, and to the assigned tasks(s) (e.g., expectation of instructor or self as audience). (10 pts) Not evident (0 pts) |
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20.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis Demonstrates skillful use of high-quality, credible, relevant sources to develop ideas that are appropriate for the discipline and genre of the writing (10 pts) Demonstrates consistent use of credible, relevant sources to support ideas that are situated within the discipline and genre of the writing. (8 pts) Demonstrates an attempt to use credible and/or relevant sources to support ideas that are appropriate for the discipline and genre of the writing. (5 pts) Demonstrates an attempt to use sources to support ideas in the writing. (1 pts) Not evident (0 pts) |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Style - Control of Syntax and Mechanics Uses graceful language that skillfully communicates meaning to readers with clarity and fluency, and is virtually error-free. (20 pts) Uses straightforward language that generally conveys meaning to readers. The language in the portfolio has few errors. (18 pts) Uses language that generally conveys meaning to readers with clarity, although writing may include some errors. (15 pts) Uses language that sometimes impedes meaning because of errors in usage. (10 pts) Not evident (0 pts) |
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20.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusions Conclusions and related outcomes (consequences and implications) are logical and reflect student’s informed evaluation and ability to place evidence and perspectives discussed in priority order. (10 pts) Conclusion is logically tied to a range of information, including opposing viewpoints; related outcomes (consequences and implications) are identified clearly. (8 pts) Conclusion is logically tied to information (because information is chosen to fit the desired conclusion); some related outcomes (consequences and implications) are identified clearly. (5 pts) Conclusion is inconsistently tied to some of the information discussed; related outcomes (consequences and implications) are oversimplified. (3 pts) Not evident (0 pts) |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFollows Assignment Directions |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLinks observations to class reading(s) |
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10.0 pts |
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Total Points: 100.0 |
