Discussion ForumThis Unit focuses on Reflective Writing. After reading the study materials in the learning guide, write a few paragraphs about the course assignments so far. What tasks did the assignments involve? How did you complete the tasks? What strengths and weaknesses were revealed (with regards to writing in English) from these activities? How do you propose to address the areas of improvement in the coming weeks? Engage in a thoughtful discussion with your classmates, respecting and valuing their perspectives. Offer constructive feedback and actively engage with your peers. Discussion should not exceed 300 words. Please include a word count. Following the APA standard, use references and in-text citations for the textbook and any other sources.

You will submit three of your best contributions to the discussions and/or blog. Copy these into the document, along with a 500-word written reflection explaining why they have made a useful contribution to the subject and to the learning of your colleagues. Here are some questions to help you write your reflection piece:1. How did you structure, plan or craft your blog posts so that your ideas were easy to understand?2. How did your blog posts demonstrate an understanding of the subject content?3. How did your blog posts bring new ideas or demonstrate novel insights drawn from the subject content?4. How did your blog posts show that you reflected critically on the conversation (your own thoughts or arguments, learning content, peers responses) in the discussion thread?

W12 ReflectionStart AssignmentDue Sunday by 9:59am Points 15 Submitting a website url or a file uploadOverviewTask: Write a well-written, professional entry in a reflective journal. Purpose: Reflect on learning.Instructor: Your instructor will grade your entry based on the rubric.InstructionsYour entry should include three paragraphs formatted as described below.Summary of the main ideas and topics of the week.A response to a specific reading, video, or activity. For instance, did something spark interest, surprise, anger, inspiration, or confusion? Reference the specific reading, video, or activity. Add your thoughts, and explain your reaction.Respond to the Week 12 prompt:Reflect on your own personal development in regards to self-reliance.Submit your reflection to this assignment.RubricReflection Journal Rubric (10)Reflection Journal Rubric (10)Criteria Ratings PtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent10 ptsStrongThe reflection is personal. It includes thoughtful applications and examples from this week's content. The responses to the three reflection questions are complete and thorough. There is a clear presence of reflection. This usually comes in the form of goals, questions, and applications to personal development.9 ptsVery GoodThe reflection is personal. It includes applications and examples from this week's content. The responses to the three reflection questions are complete. There is a clear presence of reflection.8 ptsGoodThe reflection includes some personal thought. Applications and examples from this week's content are included. Responses to the three reflection questions are included and each is understandable. Some reflection is evident.7 ptsAcceptableThe reflection includes some applications and examples from this week's content. The responses to the three reflection questions need more detail or thought.6 ptsPoorWriting demonstrates a shallow attempt at reflections. Examples and applications of content from this week are vague and/or absent. Responses are too short to provide substantial reflection.0 ptsUnsatisfactoryLittle to no effort is evident in the journal reflection.10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCollege-level writing5 ptsStrongThe writing is very clear and well organized. The reflection is logically organized into three sections, one for each question. Writing is free of grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.4.5 ptsVery GoodThe writing is clear and organized. The reflection is organized into three sections, one for each question. Writing has very few grammar, spelling, and /or punctuation errors.4 ptsGoodThe writing is organized and contains a coherent answer for each question. Writing has few grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation errors.3.5 ptsAcceptableThe writing could be on a higher level, but is somewhat organized and contains an understandable answer for each question. Writing has some grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation errors.3 ptsPoorWriting level is low and unprofessional. Thoughts are unclear and unorganized. The required format was not followed. Writing contains numerous grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.2 ptsInadequateThe writing level is very poor. The answers are difficult to understand or are not included.5 pts

Discussions are critical to the learning process and a major part of the course. Below is the definition of the word. nounan act or instance of discussingLinks to an external site.; consideration or examination by argument, comment, etc., especially to explore solutions; informal debate.It is imperative we discuss the topics to get a deeper understanding and gain shared experiences from those around us. Requirements for discussions:Do the weekly readings before you post. Your posts must be grammatically correct and use proper punctuation and capitalization rules of the English Language.  In addition all words will be spelled correctly. Your posts must be a minimum of 150 words.Must include concepts from the chapter that you have underlined and bolded.You must reply to a minimum of two classmates and your response must be a minimum of 50 words covering what they posted.   Post your response to the following question. Respond to two classmates.Post your response to the following question. Respond to two classmates.Watch the Videos Belowhttps://youtu.be/zwa31A16OZI?si=aRoaSR3962fBDq_pLinks to an external site.https://youtu.be/Bw7gG0U6DqM?si=Q78qZsEQRtV-SD6vLinks to an external site.Discussion Questions:What is Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, and how does it help in understanding human motivation?Contrast the way these workers seem to feel at Wegmans with the statement made in this section of your text that “supermarkets are generally not considered the best places to work”.  Is it apparent from this video why Wegmans has earned a place on Fortune’s “Best Company to Work For” every year since the list started?

So, what to write? In the learning diary you can, for example • discuss how did the classes and materials relate to your prior learning and life experience • compare and contrast with the previous knowledge you have • criticize or defend a point • review what was new or interesting • discuss how you could utilize the things discussed in your own work • give feedback or (constructive) criticism. Write at least 150 words per session - there's no upper limit You may include pictures, cartoons, and poems, anything you want, Whatever the style you prefer, please note that a mere summary will not enough. A learning diary demonstrate critical thinking. Please note that in this context "critical" does not mean "overly negative", but rather "analytical". That means, for example, that when you criticize something, you give clear, coherent reasons for you criticism.

Fairly content based. Focus should be on discussion writing strategies.