ࡱ> 463 bjbj 4 ||, 4`!$V"V@Y S 0, _xX$ X$X$_\, X$| : Linguistics 21, Sections 1, 2 and 6 Spring 2013 First Essay Assignment Length: 500 words Due: Wednesday, February 13 Format: 12-point font, double-spaced, 1-inch margins all around, name/date/course in the upper tight-hand corner. Grading: Total 6 points Topic: A Critical Decision Consider the list of critical thinking traits presented in the short video clip and in the class notes: Clarity, precision, accuracy, relevance, depth, breath, logic Sensitivity to egocentrism, sociocentrism, wishful thinking Intellectual honesty Open-mindedness Fact-based beliefs Awareness of biases and preconceptions Independent thinking Intellectual courage to face ideas fairly Pursuit of truth Intellectual perseverance Think about how these might apply to you and write a short essay addressing the following questions: Which of the traits listed do you think is your strongest critical thinking trait? Why? Which is your weakest? Why? What could you do to improve in this latter regard? As you address these questions, use specific examples from your own life experiences. Grading Criteria: Content: (3 points) Did you identify your strongest trait? Did you illustrate it with a detailed anecdote from your own life experiences? Did you identify your weakest trait? Did you illustrate it with a detailed anecdote from your own life experiences? Did you identify at least one thing you can do to address and improve on your weakest trait? Form: (3 points) 3 points = Demonstrates clear competence in writing: no serious errors in grammar, usage or mechanics; addresses topic completely and in depth; is well organized; conforms to the specifications of the assignment (length and format). 2 point = Demonstrates adequate writing: some distracting errors in grammar, usage or mechanics; or addresses topic superficially or repetitively; or fails to organize thoughts into paragraphs; or fails to conform to the specifications of the assignment (length and format). 1 point = Demonstrates one of the following weaknesses: shows limited control of grammar, usage or mechanics; fails to address all aspects of the topic; is poorly organized and developed; fails to conform to the specifications of the assignment (length and format). 0 points = Demonstrates two or more of the following weaknesses described above. Students who know they have trouble writing should take a draft of their papers to the Writing Center (Clark Hall) for editing help, or make appointments with a tutor at the Learning Assistance Resource Center (LARC, in the 10th Street Student Services Center). 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