Create a five-paragraph self-reflection research essay of 500-750-words that includes: an introduction with a mapped thesis statement, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
The following sub-topics should be the basis of your thesis statement and three body paragraphs:
Explain how you can apply the knowledge learned in this course towards effective communication within your field of study.
Explain areas of strengths in communication you feel you will bring to your field of study.
Explain areas of opportunity that you can work on in regards to communication within your field of study and why developing these communication skills will be important to you personally.
You may use First Person point of view in the writing, as it is a personal reflection.
You are required to use at least one source for supporting your essay; the textbook for this course may be used as a source. Don’t forget in-text citations and a References list.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Self-Reflection Essay - Rubric Knowledge Application 22.5 points Criteria Description Explain how you can apply the knowledge learned in this course towards effective communication. 5. Target 22.5 points Essay expertly explains how student can apply concepts from the course toward effective communication, with quality details and well-researched evidence. Explanation is comprehensive and insightful with relevant evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic. 4. Acceptable 19.13 points Essay clearly explains how student can apply concepts from the course toward effective communication with sound analysis and appropriate evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface of the topic. 3. Approaching 16.88 points Essay adequately explains how student can apply concepts from the course toward effective communication. Explanation is limited and lacks some evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic. 2. Insufficient 14.63 points Essay inadequately explains how student can apply concepts from the course toward effective communication. Essay demonstrates poor understanding of the topic. 1. Unsatisfactory 0 points Essay omits or incompletely explains how student can apply concepts from the course toward effective communication. Essay does not demonstrate understanding of the topic. Communication Strengths 18 points Criteria Description Identify areas of strengths you feel you will bring to your field of study in regards to communication. Collapse All 5. Target 18 points Essay expertly identifies areas of strengths the student feels he or she will bring to their field of study in regards to communication. Explanation is comprehensive and insightful with relevant evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic. 4. Acceptable 15.3 points Essay clearly identifies areas of strengths the student feels he or she will bring to their field of study in regards to communication. Explanation is strong with sound analysis and some evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic. 3. Approaching 13.5 points Essay adequately identifies areas of strengths the student feels he or she will bring to their field of study in regards to communication.. Explanation is somewhat limited and lacks some evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic. 2. Insufficient 11.7 points Essay inadequately identifies areas of strengths the student feels he or she will bring to their field of study in regards to communication. Explanation is weak and missing evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates poor understanding of the topic. 1. Unsatisfactory 0 points Essay omits or incompletely identifies areas of strengths the student feels he or she will bring to their field of study in regards to communication. Essay does not demonstrate understanding of the topic. Identify areas of opportunity and improvements. 22.5 points Criteria Description Identify areas of opportunity and improvements. 5. Target 22.5 points Essay expertly identifies opportunities for improvement. Explanation is comprehensive and insightful with relevant evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic. 4. Acceptable 19.13 points Essay clearly identifies opportunities for improvement. Explanation is strong with sound analysis and some evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic. 3. Approaching 16.88 points Essay adequately identifies opportunities for improvement. Explanation is somewhat limited and lacks some evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic. 2. Insufficient 14.63 points Essay inadequately identifies opportunities for improvement. Explanation is weak and missing evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates poor understanding of the topic. 1. Unsatisfactory 0 points Essay omits or incompletely identifies opportunities for improvement. Essay does not demonstrate understanding of the topic. Thesis, Position, or Purpose 6.3 points Criteria Description Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience. 5. Target 6.3 points The thesis, position, or purpose is clearly communicated throughout and clearly directed to a specific audience. 4. Acceptable 5.35 points The thesis, position, or purpose is adequately presented. An awareness of the appropriate audience is demonstrated. 3. Approaching 4.73 points The thesis, position, or purpose is discernable in most aspects but is occasionally weak or unclear. There is limited awareness of the appropriate audience. 2. Insufficient 4.1 points The thesis, position, or purpose is unfocused or confused. There is very little awareness of the intended audience. 1. Unsatisfactory 0 points The thesis, position, or purpose is not discernible. No awareness of the appropriate audience is evident. Development, Structure, and Conclusion 6.3 points Criteria Description Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves from development. 5. Target 6.3 points The thesis, position, or purpose is logically advanced throughout. The progression of ideas is coherent and unified. A clear and logical conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose. 4. Acceptable 5.35 points The thesis, position, or purpose is advanced in most aspects. Ideas clearly build on each other. Conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose. 3. Approaching 4.73 points Limited advancement of thesis, position, or purpose is discernable. There are inconsistencies in organization or the relationship of ideas. Conclusion is simplistic and not fully aligned to the development of the purpose. 2. Insufficient 4.1 points Writing lacks logical progression of the thesis, position, or purpose. Some organization is attempted, but ideas are disconnected. Conclusion is unclear and not supported by the overall development of the purpose. 1. Unsatisfactory 0 points No advancement of the thesis, position, or purpose is evident. Connections between paragraphs are missing or inappropriate. No conclusion is offered. Evidence 5.4 points Criteria Description Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers other perspectives. 5. Target 5.4 points Specific and appropriate evidence is included. Relevant perspectives of others are clearly considered. 4. Acceptable 4.59 points Relevant evidence that includes other perspectives is used. 3. Approaching 4.05 points Evidence is used but is insufficient or of limited relevance. Simplistic explanation or integration of other perspectives is present. 2. Insufficient 3.51 points Evidence is limited or irrelevant. The interpretation of other perspectives is superficial or incorrect. 1. Unsatisfactory 0 points Evidence to support the thesis, position, or purpose is absent. The writing relies entirely on the perspective of the writer. Mechanics of Writing 5.4 points Criteria Description Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence structure, etc. 5. Target 5.4 points No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout. 4. Acceptable 4.59 points Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used. 3. Approaching 4.05 points Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted. 2. Insufficient 3.51 points Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent. 1. Unsatisfactory 0 points Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout. Format/Documentation 3.6 points Criteria Description Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college, subject, and level; documents sources using citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., appropriate to assignment and discipline. 5. Target 3.6 points No errors in formatting or documentation are present. 4. Acceptable 3.06 points Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors. 3. Approaching 2.7 points Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious errors. 2. Insufficient 2.34 points Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors in documentation of sources are evident. 1. Unsatisfactory 0 points Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided. Total 90 points My field of study is A bachelor's degree in criminal justice focuses on the study of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Students in this field learn about the theories and practices of crime prevention, investigation, and punishment. They gain knowledge about the legal and ethical aspects of criminal justice, as well as the social and psychological factors that contribute to criminal behavior. Graduates of this program can pursue careers in law enforcement, probation and parole, corrections, and other related fields. The class I am currently enrolled is 21st Century Skills: Communication and Information Literacy UNV-104 4 Credits Course Description This course provides an introduction to information and communication literacy. Students examine available resources and research methods that help them understand how to use library and Internet resources. Topics include how to formulate a research strategy, develop search skills, and evaluate sources. Students build effective communication skills, develop learning strategies, and improve writing skills. Sydareha Moss Grand Canyon University Universe- 104 David 10/16/2023