Discussion module 4

What is a rumination?

For the purpose of this course, a rumination is a writing assignment that calls for the student to critically

examine or think about a situation, model, concept, philosophy, problem, or aspect. Each student will

write about their response to the assigned chapters in an intentional and reflective manner.

I do not want a simple regurgitation of material, my expectation is that each student will analyze, assess,

explain or discuss their reaction, position and/or ideas regarding the assigned subject matter. There are

three (3) general goals for assignments including the ruminations: 1) to see how the concepts can be

associated with individual academic and life experiences, 2) enhance written communication, and 3)

enhance ability to critique or defend a model, theory, concept or idea.

As you are completing assignments do keep in mind standard collegiate level writing practices. Applying

Bloom’s Taxonomy principles in your assignments is a good practice for developing critical thinking and

analytical thought pieces. The following are two good Internet sources to view regarding Bloom’s

concepts: http://www.teachers.ash.org.au/researchskills/dalton.htm; http://eduscapes.com/tap/topic69.htm