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Question: Written or presented work must follow the specific style of the 6th Edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA). This includes but is not limited to: Cover page, table of contents, 12-point font, double-spacing, APA reference list and Times New Roman type. Failure to submit written work that is well-organized, concise, accurate, substantive, within designated page limits, and free from errors in spelling, grammar and sentence structure will result in point deductions beyond those made for content.
Failure to submit written work that is well-organized, concise, accurate, substantive, within designated page limits, and free from errors in spelling, grammar and sentence structure will result in point deductions beyond those made for content. Students are encouraged to initiate use of the Writing and Communication Center and may be required to do so by the Instructor.
Assignment # 1: Online college search
Students will conduct and extensive internet search of three public institutions of higher education (colleges or universities) and write a write a short reflection paper (3 full pages with a minimum of 3 credible journal articles) addressing the following:
How easy is it to navigate the college's website in finding disability services?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the disabilities services for each college/university?
Are disabilities clearly defined and are there specific disabilities that are left out regarding services?
Rubric
Assignment # 1: Online college search
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresents own ideas, thoughts, questions around personal reflection, the course, or other relevant matters stemming from participation in the course
Proficient
Paper reflects personal consideration of personal reflection, the course or other relevant matters stemming from participation in the course.
Competent
Some, thin discussion of personal reflections based on the course content
Novice
Paper is based solely on course content, e.g. a summary of one of the chapters or articles.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRelates own thoughts to specific course content, particularly readings, and other empirically validated and supportive literature
Proficient
Personal reflections are founded in course materials, particularly based on specific reference to course readings and research literature. Reference to class discussions may be included.
Competent
Personal reflections related to course materials and research literature, but these are not specifically cited.
Novice
Reflections are entirely personal without evidence of engagement with course readings or experience.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAdheres to APA format; well-written.
Proficient
Accurate use of APA format with minimal errors. Evidence that errors from previous papers are corrected in later papers. Coherent development of the ideas using well-formed sentences and flowing paragraphs.
Competent
Some APA errors. Writing shows evidence of self-editing with some construction and/or flow problems.
Novice
Multiple errors in APA format; errors from previous papers not corrected in subsequent papers. Writing poorly edited; awkward construction and/or poor flow of ideas.