The class is over! You did it! Now all there is left to do is reflect back on the class. What do you think you will be taking with you from this class going forward? Also, how did you like the class? Was there anything you would change?

Look back through the class - what parts of the class have been the most interesting, useful, or engaging? Are there any parts of the class that were not useful, boring, or otherwise didn't seem relevant to your life or future life?Give us some feedback so we can make the class even better for future students!

Overall, what do you like about this class ?

You made it to the final week! Take a deep breath and give yourself kudos for making it to the end of the course. Time went by so fast! Please remember that this is a short week. Class ends on Friday but the week is full of items to complete by then. Let’s jump right in and finish this class strong. You are well on your way to being better critical thinkers by: Understanding what level of critical thinker you are. Identifying internal and external barriers that may hinder your growth as a critical thinker. Learning how to overcome those barriers. Discovering how to identify credible and non-credible messengers and messages. Gaining an understanding of the problem-solving process that Dr. Ridel reviewed. Applying the Five-Step Model to help you overcome problems in your life (Ridel, 2015). Knowing how critical thinking skills apply and their importance both inside and outside of the workplace You have used your SmarterMeasures Report to dive into your own characteristics, what may stand in your way, and how to overcome those roadblocks. This week you will be writing a paper that reflects on your Critical Thinking journey and ties it into the content you have learned over the past five weeks. You have learned so much and now it is time to apply what you have learned about critical thinking. You will discuss how you will apply all that you have learned to your daily life to help you on your educational journey, in the workplace, and in your personal life.

What did you learn from this class session?

W14 Reflection: FinalStart AssignmentDue Thursday by 9:59am Points 50 Submitting a file upload File Types doc and docxOverviewTask: Write an essay.Purpose: Reflect and report on your learning and change throughout the semester. Instructor: Your instructor will grade your essay based on the rubric.InstructionsReflect on the class and your change throughout the semester.Open a new Word document and write an essay to respond to the questions below.Your personal experience:Discuss your learning progress.Were there any difficulties or successes?Were your ideas challenged?What topics were your most or least favorites?Your experience with the application assignments and your social innovation:Reflect on your category and social innovation. Can you solve this social problem?What did you learn about each topic? Explain.Your future:How will you apply social innovation in your life, career, family, or education?Ensure your essay meets the following criteria:Be specific; avoid fluff.Take your time. Although this is a personal reflection, it is also considered your final exam and will be graded on content and quality of writing.Your essay should be between 4–6 pages in length and double-spaced.Review the grading rubric below as well as the information provided on the Reflection Journal page. Make edits to your essay as needed.Save your essay.Submit your reflection essay to this assignment.RubricW14 Final Reflection RubricW14 Final Reflection RubricCriteria Ratings PtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDifficulties and Successes10 ptsProfessionalThoughtfully discusses the difficulties and successes of your learning process throughout the semester. Includes a reflection about how your ideas changed over the course of the semester.9 ptsCollegiateDiscusses the difficulties and successes of your learning process throughout the semester. Includes information how your ideas changed over the course of the semester.8 ptsAcceptableSome discussion of the learning process throughout the semester but discussion lacks some detail.6 ptsNeeds ImprovementThe journal entry fails to address some components or nuances of the assignment.0 ptsUnacceptableThe information provided is inadequate.10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSocial Innovation Issue10 ptsProfessionalThoughtfully describes the social innovation issue worked on this semester. Explains in detail the challenges and opportunities you uncovered in your research.9 ptsCollegiateDescribes the social innovation issue worked on this semester. Explains the challenges and opportunities you uncovered in your research.8 ptsAcceptableAdequately describes the social innovation issue worked on this semester. Notes some challenges found in your research.6 ptsNeeds ImprovementSome important details about the social innovation issue and challenges are left out.0 ptsUnacceptableThe information provided is inadequate.10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFuture10 ptsProfessionalThoughtfully explains how you will apply social innovation in your life going forward. Includes information for career, family, or education.9 ptsCollegiateExplains how you will apply social innovation in your life going forward.8 ptsAcceptableAdequately explains how you will apply social innovation in the future.6 ptsNeeds ImprovementImportant details about applying social innovation are not present.0 ptsUnacceptableThe information provided is inadequate.10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDepth of Learning10 ptsProfessionalShows outstanding depth of learning and engagement in chosen social innovation issue.9 ptsCollegiateShows some depth of learning and engagement in chosen social innovation issue.8 ptsAcceptableAdequate learning and engagement is seen in chosen social innovation issue.6 ptsNeeds ImprovementSome learning and engagement is seen regarding the social innovation issue.0 ptsUnacceptableThe information provided is inadequate.10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar, spelling, punctuation2 ptsProfessionalThe journal entry is free from grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. The format is professional and appealing.1.7 ptsCollegiate1.5 ptsAcceptable1.3 ptsNeeds Improvement0 ptsUnacceptableThe journal entry is difficult to understand due to errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Formatting is poor.2 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFlow and Transitions2 ptsProfessionalThe journal entry flows and transitions well.1.7 ptsCollegiate1.5 ptsAcceptable1.3 ptsNeeds Improvement0 ptsUnacceptableThe journal entry is difficult to understand due to poor flow. Transitions are non-existent.2 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTone2 ptsProfessionalThe journal entry uses an appropriate tone.1.7 ptsCollegiate1.5 ptsAcceptable1.3 ptsNeeds Improvement0 ptsUnacceptableThe journal entry exhibits major problems regarding tone.2 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVocabulary and Writing Skills2 ptsProfessionalThe journal entry is written using a college level vocabulary and exhibits excellent writing skills.1.7 ptsCollegiate1.5 ptsAcceptable1.3 ptsNeeds Improvement0 ptsUnacceptableThe journal entry exhibits major problems regarding word choice and writing skills.2 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength2 ptsProfessionalThe journal entry is at least 4 pages. Maximum length is 6 pages.0 ptsUnacceptableThe journal entry does not meet the length requirement.2 ptsTotal Points: 50PreviousNext