Assignments Readers Log Article Reflection

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Humanities

Graded Assignments

  • Reader’s Log
    • the best way to learn critical skills is to practice. For this discussion, you will visit the Opposing Viewpoints database available in the Rio Salado Online Library.
      • Once you navigate to Opposing Viewpoints, search or browse to find a topic that interests you and select an article that takes a clear position on an issue.
      • In the “Lesson 2: Reader’s Log” threaded discussion share a 2-3 sentence reflection on the article you selected.
      • Construct 2-3 critical thinking questions that came to mind as you read/analyzed the article, using terminology from the lesson.
      • Provide an MLA citation for the source. Select the following link to review MLA style.
      • Read and respond to the work of one other member of the class.
    • Your work will be assessed by the following rubric:

    • Criteria

    Max. Points available

    Content: In shaping his/her response, the

    student applies vocabulary from the lesson correctly and clearly

    identifies the purpose while providing examples of why it was

    identified as such. The student identifies the tone, possible changes

    depending on viewer’s position, and specific examples that support

    his/her choice of tone. An example of vagueness and/or ambiguity is

    identified along with an example of how to fix it. The student uses

    specific examples to shape the discussion.

    20

    Grammar/Mechanics: The assignment has been proofread and spellchecked prior to submission. There are no errors that impede comprehension.

    5

    Total Possible Points

    25