Overview
In 3 paragraphs, discuss how this weeks lesson and lecture expanded your understanding on ethnic studies (as an academic discipline), protests and criminalization, and resistance to these ideas. If it did not expand to your understanding or you did not find it useful, please write why. Remember, this is a classroom space where your thoughts on the lessons will not negatively impact your grade as long as you prove you viewed the material. Please be respectful. I am specifically looking for how the lecture ties together with the Gilmore reading titled "The Good Protest", the criminalization of Ethnic Studies, and the sociological definition of criminalization vs. tradition. How does the Dred Scott decision tie to this lecture?
You can use your own personal experience on questioning authority, seeing injustice, or wanting societal change. Think of this exercise as a free write, where you are jotting your thoughts down after absorbing the material. If you feel the need, you can respond to other classmates, and will earn 5 extra credit points if you do. Please be respectful and type using proper grammar and spelling. Please remember to bring up the different videos, readings, and the lecture you listened to earlier and tie them together for full credit.
| Criteria | Excellent (Full Points) | Adequate (Partial Points) | Insufficient (Low/No Points) | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Integration of Course Material (10 pts) | Thoughtfully and clearly incorporates key ideas from the lecture, Gilmore reading (The Good Protest), and videos; shows understanding of concepts like criminalization, tradition, and resistance. | References at least one course source, but with limited depth or vague connection. | No reference to course materials, or mentions them with no explanation or relevance. | /10 |
| 2. Depth of Reflection & Original Thinking (7 pts) | Shows insight, personal engagement, and deep reflection; makes meaningful connections between personal experience and course content. | Some reflection is present, but may be surface-level or lacks clear connections. | Little to no reflection; response is vague, generic, or off-topic. | /7 |
| 3. Structure & Completeness (5 pts) | Response is at least 3 full paragraphs; clearly organized and responds to all parts of the prompt. | Response is 2 paragraphs or somewhat disorganized; may miss one part of the prompt. | Incomplete or disorganized; ignores key parts of the prompt. | /5 |
| 4. Respectful Tone & Classroom Etiquette (3 pts) | Maintains respectful, thoughtful tone throughout; shows care in communication. | Mostly respectful; may have minor issues with tone. | Disrespectful or dismissive tone; not appropriate for a classroom space. | /3 |
| 5. Writing Mechanics (Grammar, Spelling, Clarity) (3 pts) | Grammar and spelling are clean; easy to read and professional. | A few grammar or spelling errors, but meaning is clear. | Multiple errors that interfere with understanding. | /3 |
| 6. Use of Personal Experience (2 pts) | Includes relevant personal experience or perspective tied to the material. | Mentions personal experience briefly or without connection. | No personal perspective provided. | /2 |