Module 1: Assignment – Literacy Beliefs & Diversity Reflection Paper 

Module 1: Assignment – Literacy Beliefs & Diversity Reflection Paper 

• Due Wednesday by 11:59pm

• Points 100

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Assignment Overview

Overview (2–3 pages):
Reflect on your beliefs about literacy in secondary content areas and how diversity shapes your instructional choices. Connect your views to ideas from Roe et al. (2014) and at least one evidence-based practice you plan to use.

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Guidelines

Step-by-step guidelines

• Choose a content area and grade band you have in mind (e.g., Biology, grade 9).
• Review Roe et al., Ch. 1–2, noting 2–3 key takeaways that resonate with you.
• Write Part 1: Your current beliefs about content-area literacy (what it is, why it matters).
• Write Part 2: How diversity in your classroom (linguistic, cultural, ability, interest) informs your literacy choices.
• Write Part 3: Name at least one evidence-based practice (e.g., think-alouds, morphology instruction, reciprocal teaching); explain how/why you’ll use it.
• Conclude with a brief action plan: 3 concrete moves you’ll try in your classroom.
• Edit your paper for clarity; cite Roe et al. where used (APA 7) and include a references page.
• Submit your polished and completed paper in paragraph format to the dropbox by the deadline.

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Rubric

Module Assignment Rubric

Content Knowledge & Application	25yu pts Exceeds Expectations Fully meets all requirements, addresses all parts of the prompt, and exceeds expectations with added depth. 20 pts Proficient Meets all requirements with minor gaps or slight lack of depth. 15 pts Developing Addresses most requirements but with notable omissions or underdeveloped areas. 10 pts Needs Improvement Several requirements missing or incomplete; lacks focus on prompt. 0 pts Element not Included Element is not included within the assignment or does not address required assignment components.	25 pts
Alignment to Assignment Requirements	20 pts Exceeds Expectations Demonstrates strong understanding of content area literacy concepts and applies them accurately in context. Shows insightful connections to teaching practice. 18 pts Proficient Demonstrates solid understanding with accurate application; some connections could be deepened. 15 pts Developing Basic understanding evident; some inaccuracies or limited application to practice. 10 pts Needs Improvement Content is unclear or inaccurate; minimal connection to literacy concepts. 0 pts Element not Included Element is not included within the assignment or does not address required assignment components.	20 pts
Organization & Clarity	15 pts Exceeds Expectations Information is logically organized, easy to follow, and clearly articulated. 13 pts Proficient Organization is clear but may have minor flow issues. 10 pts Developing Organization is somewhat unclear; ideas may be scattered. 5 pts Needs Improvement Poorly organized; difficult to follow; lacks coherence. 0 pts Element not Included Element is not included within the assignment or does not address required assignment components.	15 pts
Use of Evidence & Support	15 pts Exceeds Expectations Strong, relevant evidence and examples support points. Citations (if applicable) follow APA 7th. 13 pts Proficient Evidence is mostly relevant but could be more specific or thorough. 10 pts Developing Limited or somewhat irrelevant evidence; citations may be inconsistent. 5 pts Needs Improvement Little or no evidence provided; unsupported claims. 0 pts Element not Included Element is not included within the assignment or does not address required assignment components.	15 pts
Creativity & Engagement	10 pts Exceeds Expectations Engaging, original approach; demonstrates creative thinking while staying on-topic. 8 pts Proficient Some original elements; maintains audience interest. 5 pts Developing Minimal creativity; approach is predictable. 2 pts Needs Improvement No creativity or effort to engage audience. 0 pts Element not Included Element is not included within the assignment or does not address required assignment components.	10 pts
Mechanics & Professionalism	15 pts Exceeds Expectations Virtually free from grammar, spelling, and formatting errors; maintains professional tone. 13 pts Proficient Few minor errors; tone remains professional. 10 pts Developing Noticeable errors that do not significantly distract from meaning. 5 pts Needs Improvement Frequent errors that distract and diminish professionalism. 0 pts Element not Included Element is not included within the assignment or does not address required assignment components.	15 pts

Total Points: 100

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