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Context
Throughout the first half of this course, you have been introduced to key rhetorical concepts such as kairos, the rhetorical situation, and salience. You have applied these concepts to your writing and thinking, both in your weekly Kairos Journal entries and in your major assignments.
As we reach the midpoint of the semester, it’s important to pause and reflect on your learning journey so far. This Midterm Reflection assignment is an opportunity for you to consider how your understanding of rhetoric has developed and how you’ve applied course concepts to your work.
Purpose
The purpose of the Midterm Reflection is for you to critically examine your learning in the first half of the course, demonstrating your understanding of key rhetorical concepts and their application to your writing and thinking.
This assignment allows you to identify moments of insight, analyze your growth as a writer and thinker, and consider how you might apply your learning to upcoming assignments and projects. By engaging in self-reflection, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of your intellectual journey and set goals for the remainder of the course.
Audience
The primary audience for your Midterm Reflection me, your instructor, who will assess your understanding and application of course concepts, as well as your ability to engage in meaningful self-reflection. While your classmates will not read your reflection, you may choose to discuss your insights and experiences with them to foster a collaborative learning environment.
Genre
A reflective essay is a type of writing that explores your personal experiences, thoughts, and feelings about a particular topic or event.
In this case, your Midterm Reflection should focus on your learning in the first half of the course, analyzing how your understanding of key rhetorical concepts has developed and how you’ve applied these concepts to your writing and thinking. Your reflection should be introspective, thoughtful, and well-supported by specific examples from your work and course readings.
Requirements
To complete this assignment, follow these steps:
Review your Kairos Journal entries and major assignments completed in the first half of the semester.Note: Consistent participation in the Kairos Journal (i.e., completing all weekly entries) is required to pass this assignment. Missing more than three entries will result in a failing grade, regardless of the quality of completed entries.
Write a thoughtful reflection (300-600 words) that:Identifies key moments of learning or insight from the course so far
Analyzes how your understanding of kairos, audience, and rhetoric has developed
Discusses how you’ve applied course concepts to your writing and thinking
Considers how you might apply your learning to upcoming assignments and projects
Include specific examples from your work and course readings to support your reflection.
Format your issue proposal following these guidelines:
300-600 words
Double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font
1-inch margins
MLA format for in-text citations
Submission Requirements
Submit your Midterm Reflection as a Word document (.doc or .docx) or PDF file to this assignment page. Late submissions will be penalized according to the course policy listed in the Syllabus.
Evaluation Criteria
Mid-Term Reflections will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Depth of Reflection and Self Analysis
Understanding of Course Concepts Covered in First Half of Course
Quality of Examples and Connections to Course Material
Insight into Personal Growth and Goals for the Rest of the Semester
Writing quality and organization
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