Use the critical classroom pdf as the main source. ASA style
The Critical Classroom, Social Theory Paradigms, Social History Materials: Today's Globalization, class Materials: The Critical Classroom, Materialism Article, An Introduction to Classical and Contemporary Social Theory, activities (PowerPoints, Timeline, CVS discussion, etc.), & current events. Please select two (2) essays to write, with a minimum of 1 page per question (2 questions = 2 essays = 2 pages). Remember to use an appropriate academic essay format including introductions, clearly articulated arguments, transitions, and conclusions. Please number each essay with the appropriate question number. Please use ASA style to cite your sources within the text and provide a list of references at the end of your assignment. 1. What is the critical classroom? What does it mean for how we share knowledge and how we engage in social and political action? Why is it important today? 2. How is the critical classroom related to social history? What are some of those connections from earlier periods, in this historic moment? 3. How is the critical classroom related to social change and social movements? What are some of those connections from earlier periods, in this historic moment? 4. How is the critical classroom related to social theory and the social theory paradigms? How does social theory become part of the critical classroom? Which social theory paradigm(s) is/are most consistent with the critical classroom? 5. What are the three social theory paradigms and how do they relate to the three worldviews/educational perspectives discussed in The Critical Classroom? https://csus.instructure.com/courses/110701/pages/module-1-readings?module_item_id=5467969 https://csus.instructure.com/courses/110701/pages/module-1-readings?module_item_id=5467969 https://csus.instructure.com/courses/110701/pages/citation-resources?module_item_id=5467959 Analysis & Reflection Essay Rubric-2 Essay Rubric Fabulous Excellent Good Inadequate Argument Argument is presented clearly and logically. Logical points build directly upon the thesis and prior points. Argument is presented clearly and logically, but points do not necessarily build on each other. Argument is rambling, and there are contradictions left unaddressed. There is no discernible argument. Evidence Each logical point is backed up by more than one example. Evidence is strong and sufficient to advance the argument. Evidence is used throughout the paper to support each claim and the larger thesis. Each logical point is backed up by one or more examples. Evidence advances the argument, but it may not be sufficient. Uses evidence in parts to support ideas OR relies heavily on one source. Not always connected to larger thesis. Several points of the argument are left without evidence. Evidence is insufficient. OR Overview of sources/quotes with no analysis of the examples/quotes. A few pieces of evidence are thrown in here or there, but not used to defend the main argument. Readings Demonstrates solid understanding of the major themes of the course, using readings and lectures to define concepts. Argument is placed Demonstrates understanding of most of the major themes of the course, using readings and lectures to define concepts. Argument is placed Demonstrates understanding of some of the major themes of the course, using readings OR lectures to define concepts. Argument is not Demonstrates little understanding of the major themes of the course. Readings and lectures are not used to define concepts. within the broad discussions outlined in the course. All relevant readings are clearly used to support the essay. within some discussions outlined in the course. All relevant readings are used to support the essay. placed within discussions outlined in the course. Most relevant readings are used to support the essay. Argument is not placed within discussions outlined in the course. Relevant readings are not adequately used to support the essay. Organizati on Clear organization with a natural flow. Includes an introduction, transition sentences to connect major ideas, and conclusion. There are few or no grammar or spelling errors. Minimal passive voice. Ideas and evidence are correctly cited. Each separate essay is numbered, clearly addressing every part of the essay question. Clear organization with introduction, transitions and conclusion, but writing is not always fluid. There are several grammar or spelling errors. Ideas and evidence are correctly cited. Essays address every part of the essay question. Organization is unclear or without necessary component parts. Significant grammar or spelling errors (but not both). Ideas & evidence are correctly cited. Essays address every part of the essay question but not in adequate depth. Or only some aspects of the essay question are addressed, but those aspects are addressed in depth. Little discernible organization. Significant grammar and spelling errors. Ideas and evidence are not correctly cited, or not cited at all. Essays do not address every part of the essay question, and answers are not in depth. Analysis & Reflection Essay Rubric-2