Information about Reaction Writing Piece - Including Rubric

You are going to write a short reaction piece based on the material we've examined and discussed on world water issues.


Your writing will include two main sections. First a short summary of the material we've looked at (written and film) and of the important things from class discussion for you. Second will be a reaction to the material and ideas, including how convinced you are by the material. The reaction should be connected to the summary (focus your summary on the parts that are important for your reaction). For your reaction, think about the importance and implications of the ideas on the world, and on you personally.


You should also have a short introduction and conclusion paragraph.


Formative Assessment: You'll be asked to hand in your writing twice. The first time (Mon 28th) will allow you to get some feedback from Dan to help you improve your reaction paper. The same assessment scheme will be used for this first formative assessment, and for the second final assessment.


Rubric: This rubric will show you how your writing will be evaluated.
Rubric for Reaction Writing




After the final evaluation, anyone who wishes can have their piece published here and on scribd.com if they wish.