how to deal with gang violence
1. On January 1, 2007, Denver Broncos Cornerback Darrent Williams was shot and killed by a known gang member after a nightclub dispute. Read the following article on the case:
http://www.denverpost.com/sports/ci_14655722Links to an external site.
. Is this type of gang violence typical? Or do you think the media is sensationalizing this story based on the victim’s high-profile status? Discuss your thoughts on the media and gangs in the context of this article. Please review the issues below and respond accordingly.
The Topic of the assigned Reading |
1 pts Full Points Student Correctly state the topic of the assigned readings 1 pts Satisfactory The student did not correctly identify the topic pf the assigned reading 0 pts Unsatisfactory The student did not state the topic of the reading |
1 pts | |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMain Points Learned Discuss at least 5 things learned |
10 pts Exceptional The student clearly lists and discussed at least 5 main things learned. Assignment demonstrates the ability to dissect the structure of arguments and identify the central points and inherent assumptions. 7 pts Satisfactory Assignment meets the majority but not all of the Exceptional criteria. 4 pts Unsatisfactory The assignment meets a few of the Exceptional criteria. 0 pts No submission The student did not complete this section of the assignment. |
10 pts | |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSeeking Clarification Identify what is not clear |
2 pts Full Marks The student clearly identified what is not clear, why, and indicated the page number of the text. The student indicated that they understood everything and needs no clarifications. 1 pts Satisfactory The student identified what is not clear but did not indicate the page number. 0 pts Unsatisfactory The student did not complete this section of the assignment |
2 pts | |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking What made you think and why? |
3 pts Exceptional The student clearly identified what made them think, what they thought and why. The student demonstrates awareness of the changes in his/her thought processes and shows the ability to reflect upon these changes. 2 pts Satisfactory The assignment meets the majority but not all of the Exceptional criteria. 1 pts Unsatisfactory The assignment meets few of the Exceptional criteria 0 pts No Submission The student did not attempt this section of the assignment |
3 pts | |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeImpact of Reading Clearly identified how what you read impacted your current feelings/thoughts on the issues; your future, career choice, life, family, etc.). |
4 pts Exceptional Assignment demonstrates an analysis of the limitations of your current state of knowledge and a personal perspective and asks questions to clarify and interpret your perspective on issues. Assignment demonstrates awareness of the changes in your thought processes and shows the ability to reflect upon these changes. 2 pts Satisfactory Assignment meets the majority but not all of the Exceptional criteria. 1 pts Unsatisfactory Assignment meets a few of the Exceptional criteria. 0 pts No Submission The student did not attempt this section of the assignment |
4 pts | |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuestion from the Reading Compose a thought-provoking question from the reading |
2 pts Exceptional The question was thought-provoking and relevant to the issues discussed. 1 pts Satisfactory The question was not thought-provoking but relevant to the issues discussed. 0 pts Unsatidfactory The question is too simple |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResponse to Critical Thinking Question The student will answer each part of the question(s) with succinct and comprehensive information, |
8 pts Exceptional Assignment demonstrates an ability to make informed decisions, taking multiple perspectives and applying your knowledge and problem-solving frameworks to novel situations. Assignment demonstrates an ability to think independently and tolerate ambiguity. 4 pts Satisfactory Assignment meets the majority but not all of the Exceptional criteria. 2 pts Unsatisfactory Assignment meets a few of the Exceptional criteria. 0 pts No Submission The student did not attempt this section of the assignment |
8 pts |