Overview
In 1-2 pages, please address the following prompts:
- Identify and reflect on your 3 biggest takeaways from the course.
- each of the takeaways should be its own paragraph
- explain in the paragraphs why you selected the takeaways
- share how the takeaways connect to your future endeavors
- How has this course shaped or changed the way you think about special education?
- What topics would you like to learn more about? Why?
Please make sure you revise/edit your work and include citations.
This assignment cannot be submitted as a PDF or a link - you must paste the text into the text box for the assignment. Those with a Turn it In score greater than 25% will be asked to revise their work. If a resubmission (either to submit as pasted text or to revise for >25% similarity) is not received within 7 days will receive only 50% credit will be awarded.
| Final Reflection Paper | ||
|---|---|---|
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
| Content: Takeaways and Reflection | 18 to >2 pts Overall Each takeaway is clearly explained in its own paragraph (2pts each), includes a personal reason for selection (2pts each), and thoughtfully connects to student's future professional or academic goals (2pts each)2 to >0 pts No Marks | / 18 pts |
Depth of Reflection | 14 pts Excellent Student demonstrates critical thinking and deep reflection on their learning and personal growth in this course. Shows awareness of issues and diverse perspectives in special education. Clear and specific examples of how the course has changed or shifted their thinking for each takeaway are included.12 pts Good Student's reflection demonstrates understanding of the content and names how their own perspective has shifted. Includes at least one specific example about how the course changed or shaped their thinking.10 pts Fair Reflection is superficial (I used to think... now I think...) without elaboration. Examples are vague/limited in description.0 pts No Marks | / 14 pts |
Future Learning Goals | 5 to >1 pts Overall Student identifies topics they would like to learn more about and includes clear reasoning for each (why it matters to them or their field).1 to >0 pts No Marks | / 5 pts |
Organization & Clarity | 4 pts Excellent Writing is clear and well organized. Paragraphs are focused, transitions are smooth, and ideas flow logically. Each takeaway is distinct and supported.2 pts Good Writing is clear with some minor issues with flow or paragraph structure. Transitions may be choppy but overall coherence is maintained.1 pts Needs Improvement Writing is disorganized with paragraphs lacking focus or logical flow. Transitions are weak or missing, making the writing difficult to follow.0 pts No Marks | / 4 pts |
Grammar, Spelling, & Mechanics | 5 pts Excellent Writing is virtually error free. Grammar, punctuation, and spelling are correct. The work is clearly revised and polished.3 pts Good Sime minor errors in grammar, spelling, and/or mechanics are present but do not interfere with readability.1 pts Needs Improvement Frequent or serious errors in grammar, spelling, and/or mechanics that interfere with clarity or distract the reader. Little evidence of proofreading.0 pts No Marks | / 5 pts |
Citations | 4 to >1 pts Overall Student references course materials/readings to support reflections and includes in-text citations as well as a reference(s) section.1 to >0 pts No Marks | / 4 pts |
| Total Points: 0 Book: Exceptional Students: Preparing Teachers for the 21st Century Author: Ronald Taylor |