ONLINE JOURNAL ASSIGNMENT

Due BEFORE class on Friday, April 19th. What concept have you struggled with the most during this unit? Explain. Find one example or homework problem on this concept that you found most challenging. Describe the problem in words and explain why it was challenging to you. Describe one way you can get better at solving these specific types of problems. RUBRIC: Category Content Focus Excellent (3) Addresses each portion of the prompt AND provides explanations: Discusses one concept, one problem, one method of problem solving, and provides explanations for why the concept is causing struggle and why the particular problem is challenging Good (2) Addresses each portion of the prompt, but lacks one or both explanations: Discusses one concept, one problem, one method of problem solving, but does not provide explanations for why the concept is causing struggle and why the particular problem is challenging Satisfies four out of the five criterion defined in the excellent category Satisfactory (1) Addresses at least two portions of the prompt OR addresses one portion of the prompt and provides an explanation for that portion Unsatisfactory (0) Address one portion of the prompt without explanation OR does not address the prompt

Elaboration

Uses relevant mathematical terminology Details the main points of the chosen concept and which points are causing struggle Provides specific information pertaining to the chosen problem (what is given and what needs to be solved) Describes why the problem or concept is personally challenging Discusses a problem solving method that involves development of mathematical reasoning and selfawareness

Satisfies three out of the five criterion defined in the excellent category

Satisfies two or fewer out of the five criterion defined in the excellent category

Grammar/ Sentence Fluency

Correct use of punctuation, spelling and grammar AND sentences are clear, complete and follow logical order

Incorrect use of punctuation, spelling or grammar OR sentences are not clear, complete or do not follow logical order