Reading Notes
Instructions Global 2
Respond to ALL of the following questions, using Times New Roman, 12 pts., double spaced, ranging from 300 to 500 words. The file will be submitted in a .pdf format. Include: Full Name, TA Name, Section Time/Date. No citation required.
1. What is the main idea of EACH reading? (5 pts) 2. Compare and contrast the main ideas of ALL the readings, and explain how do ALL of
them relate to Global Studies? (5 pts) Grading Rubric per question
Grade Description
1 Demonstrates very limited knowledge and understanding of the subject; almost no organizational structure in the answers; inappropriate or inadequate use of terminology; a limited ability to relate content to the class.
2 Demonstrates some knowledge and understanding of the subject; a basic sense of structure that is not sustained throughout the answers; a basic use of terminology appropriate to the subject; some ability to establish links between facts and the class.
3 Demonstrates a secure knowledge and understanding of the subject going beyond the mere citing of isolated, fragmentary, irrelevant or “common sense” points; some ability to structure answers but with insufficient clarity and possibly some repetition; an ability to express knowledge and understanding in terminology specific to the subject
4 Demonstrates a sound knowledge and understanding of the subject using subject-specific terminology; answers which are logically structured and coherent but not fully developed; a tendency to be more descriptive than evaluative although some ability is demonstrated to present and develop contrasting points of view;
5 Demonstrates detailed knowledge and understanding; answers which are coherent, logically structured and well developed; consistent use of appropriate terminology; an ability to analyse, evaluate and synthesize knowledge and concepts; an ability to analyse and evaluate the reading or to solve problems competently.