These typed or spoken expositions are typically the equivalent of 1 page long, single-spaced text. They are due after readings, class discussions and activities on the topic. Aside from the title of each of the six reflections, the focus is flexible so that you can follow up on and make connections to your own interests. For each reflection, list any learning goals you want me to assess. Each individual reflection may address any, all or none of the course learning goals. You will receive feedback from peers and myself and will have a chance to revise the first reflection. There are six reflections in total. There is no late work accepted, but the lowest two reflections can be dropped.

Relationship of Learning Goals to Reflections in the Course Grade	Jedi Knight	Jedi Master
LG 1: I can summarize media and popular culture representations of gender.	1	2
LG 2: I can understand and explain critical and theoretical approaches used in studies of gender and popular culture.	1	2
LG 3: I can apply critical and theoretical approaches to analyze and critique gender representations.	1	2
LG 4: I can give examples of the ways gender is socially constructed in the media and popular culture, and reveals, reflects or shapes society.	1	2
LG 5: I can reflect on the arguments of others and connect them to me.	2	4
LG 6: I can identify a problem related to gender and popular culture and form a creative action plan that could (at least theoretically) make a difference.	0	1

	Padawan Reflection	Jedi Knight Reflection 2 are needed for Jedi Knight Course Grade	Jedi Master Reflection 2 are needed for Jedi Master Course Grade (4 total with 2 more at the Jedi Knight level)
Reflection and Personalization	Minimal reflection on, and personalization of, theories, concepts, and/or strategies.	General reflection on, and personalization of theories, concepts, and/or strategies.	In-depth reflection on, and personalization of, theories, concepts, and/or strategies.
Support of Arguments	Viewpoints and interpretations are unsupported or supported with flawed arguments. Examples, when applicable, are not provided or are irrelevant to the assignment.	Viewpoints and interpretations are supported. Appropriate examples are provided, as applicable.	Viewpoints and interpretations are insightful and well supported. Clear, detailed examples are provided, as applicable.
Writing or Speaking	Writing or speaking is unclear and/or disorganized.	Writing or speaking is mostly clear and reasonably organized with good sentence/paragraph construction.	Writing or speaking is clear & well organized. Excellent sentence/paragraph construction.
Learning Goals		If there are any learning goals you want me to assess they are identified.	Same
Assignment Title	The relevance to the assignment title is unclear.	Mostly explores the title, or explores the title in too short a reflection.	Entire reflection is related to the title, typically the equivalent of 1 page long, single-spaced text.

Assessment of Any Learning Goals Identified in Reflections Padawan Learning Goal Jedi Knight Learning Goal

LG 1: I can summarize media and popular culture representations of gender. The gender aspects of the representation are unclear. The gender aspects of the representation are described so that someone who is not already familiar will understand.

LG 2: I can understand and explain critical and theoretical approaches used in studies of gender and popular culture. Explanation or relevance is unclear. Successfully explains a critical or theoretical approach used in studies of gender and popular culture.

LG 3: I can apply critical and theoretical approaches to analyze and critique gender representations. Critical or theoretical approaches are missing or unsuccessful. A critical or theoretical approach is employed successfully to analyze and critique a representation.

LG 4: I can give examples of the ways gender is socially constructed in the media and popular culture, and reveals, reflects or shapes society. Example is missing or not relevant.
Fails to address how it reveals, reflects or shapes society. An example showcases how gender is socially constructed.
Addresses how it reveals, reflects or shapes society.

LG 5: I can reflect on the arguments of others and connect them to me. A reflection or personalization of the arguments of others is missing. Reflects and personalizes the arguments of others.

LG 6: I can identify a problem related to gender and popular culture and form a creative action plan that could (at least theoretically) make a difference. The problem or its relevance is unclear.
An action plan is missing or not plausible. The problem and its relevance are clear.
The action plan is theoretically plausible.

Assessment of Any Learning Goals Identified in Reflections	Padawan Learning Goal	Jedi Knight Learning Goal
LG 1: I can summarize media and popular culture representations of gender.	The gender aspects of the representation are unclear.	The gender aspects of the representation are described so that someone who is not already familiar will understand.
LG 2: I can understand and explain critical and theoretical approaches used in studies of gender and popular culture.	Explanation or relevance is unclear.	Successfully explains a critical or theoretical approach used in studies of gender and popular culture.
LG 3: I can apply critical and theoretical approaches to analyze and critique gender representations.	Critical or theoretical approaches are missing or unsuccessful.	A critical or theoretical approach is employed successfully to analyze and critique a representation.
LG 4: I can give examples of the ways gender is socially constructed in the media and popular culture, and reveals, reflects or shapes society.	Example is missing or not relevant. Fails to address how it reveals, reflects or shapes society.	An example showcases how gender is socially constructed. Addresses how it reveals, reflects or shapes society.
LG 5: I can reflect on the arguments of others and connect them to me.	A reflection or personalization of the arguments of others is missing.	Reflects and personalizes the arguments of others.
LG 6: I can identify a problem related to gender and popular culture and form a creative action plan that could (at least theoretically) make a difference.	The problem or its relevance is unclear. An action plan is missing or not plausible.	The problem and its relevance are clear. The action plan is theoretically plausible.