The Final Portfolio is your chance to look back over the whole semester and highlight what you have learned.
The class Policy Statement names the following learning objectives for the class:
- Utilize writing as a tool for learning and reflection
- Develop stories from memories; listen others into story; build a connection between other people through story sharing
- Develop a robust writing process, moving from discovery to communication
- Compose a college-level analytical essay
- Create a useful and accurate annotated bibliography to aid in research
- Effectively communicate orally
- Become aware of the narratives that drive society
Portfolio Part 1: (10 pts)
Which of the seven objectives did you struggle with the most? Review your work and collect artifacts related to this learning objective. Where did you struggle? What felt hard about that learning/task? Did you make progress toward the goal? How do you feel about the level you have achieved now?
Write an essay that describes your work on this challenging learning goal, and what you have achieved through your hard work. Format: Essay + Exhibits (Artifacts)
Portfolio Part 2: (10 pts)
On which of the seven objectives do you feel you achieved excellence? What were the assignments/work you did related to that objective? Point to specific work that meets the objective. This is your chance to showcase your best quality work!
Format: Essay + Exhibits
Portfolio Part 3: (10 pts)
Essay about Stories: What have you learned about stories this semester? How do you define “story?” Why is that your definition? What is the function of storytelling?