I’m working on a History exercise and need support.
Recommendation
The instructor recommends allotting 180 minutes to complete this assignment. Time Recommendation: 90 minutes to read and reflect on the information learned. Next, students should spend about 30 minutes outlining how to write the essay. Finally, 60 minutes to write a 3-5 paragraph essay. This is only a recommendation, you may spend more or less time on this assignment depending on your ability and availability.
Final Instructions- Celebration of Knowledge
Since the midterm, you have acquired a lot of knowledge about the United States post the Civil Rights Movement to the present. It is now time for you to demonstrate and celebrate that knowledge by giving your interpretation of history to the following question.
Question
What are the three most interesting and/or shocking new information you learned about the United States History since the Civil Rights Movement?
Your answer should include the following for each topic in paragraph format.
- What was the event, story, person, etc?
- Where did you learn the information?
- Describe the event, story, person, etc.
- Why was this so shocking?
- Why is this significant to your understanding of American History?
Helpful Information
Instructions for Submitting
- On the right-hand side of the screen click on the icon that says “SUBMIT ASSIGNMENT”
- Click on the tab “File Upload” to attach your AJA Review in pdf or word doc. format.
- Click on the tab “Text Entry” if you wish to copy and paste OR write your review in the box provided.
- Be sure to click “SUBMIT ASSIGNMENT” after you finishing uploading the document.
- As stated in the syllabus, all assignments must be submitted in PDF or WordDoc formats. If you need help converting pages click on this link.
Rubric
Exam Midterm & Final
Exam Midterm & Final
| Criteria |
Ratings |
Pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFirst Example
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| 30.0 pts
Excellent
The example included the event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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20.0 pts
Good
The example included 2 of the following completely, and the other is incomplete or non-existent: an event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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10.0 pts
Satisfactory
The example includes 1 of the following completely, and the other two are incomplete or non-existent: an event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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5.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
The example is incomplete and needs to elaborate on the event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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30.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSecond Example
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| 30.0 pts
Excellent
The example included the event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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20.0 pts
Good
The example included 2 of the following completely, and the other is incomplete or non-existent: an event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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10.0 pts
Satisfactory
The example includes 1 of the following completely, and the other two are incomplete or non-existent: an event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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5.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
The example is incomplete and needs to elaborate on the event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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30.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThird Example
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| 30.0 pts
Excellent
The example included the event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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20.0 pts
Good
The example included 2 of the following completely, and the other is incomplete or non-existent: an event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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10.0 pts
Satisfactory
The example includes 1 of the following completely, and the other two are incomplete or non-existent: an event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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5.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
The example is incomplete and needs to elaborate on the event with a detailed description, where the information came from, and the significance.
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30.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAttempted Exam
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| 10.0 pts
Excellent attempt
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5.0 pts
More effort needed
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0.0 pts
No effort
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10.0 pts
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Total Points: 100.0
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