final question 4
Your Concluding Essay
You complete this class by writing a self-evaluative essay.
You have been encouraged to live “an examined life.” It is in this spirit that I am asking you to use this last assignment as a way to evaluate yourself not just academically, but philosophically.
You do not need to use these prompts, but they may help you think about your semester:
- On a scale of 1—10, how deeply did you engage yourself?
- Can you give an example or two of how you demonstrated that you are a serious student?
- Did you study everything required or did you rush and skim?
- Did you find yourself thinking about class content when you did not have to, such as finding yourself discussing course content with friends or family?
- Did you seek clarification about class material that confused you?
- Have your studies of “the True, the Good, and the Beautiful” contributed to how you understand the world and your place in it?
- Has your academic experience enriched your life?
Scoring
- Your final assessment must be at least 800 words to receive credit and qualify for a C, 900 words to qualify for a B, and more than 1000 words to qualify for an A.
- If your essay requires proofreading it cannot earn an A.
- A final assessment that is late is not accepted.
Your score is based on two rubrics:
- The seriousness of your content and the level of your engagement. Did you take the time to write a thoughtful assessment?
- Applying the academic writing skills discussed above.
Example
You can find an example of a final assessment that earned a top score in the Examples Module.