The purpose of schools is to maintain society
Individual Written Paper (20 Points)
In a written response of a minimum of 1000 words, you are going to examine the current discussion regarding Public/Private/Charter ED Battle. I have provided you with some readings to make sure you understand what a charter school is. If you need additional information on private schools or where we are with public education, please let me know and I will provide that as well.
There are beliefs about each of these educational systems and people definitely have an “opinion” about which one is “best”. Opinions are nice, but we are are learning to express our opinions on what we read and what we learn. Your opinion cannot be based solely upon your experience with education.
Address each of the following sections comprehensively and completely:
Section 1/Interpretation of Perspectives:
· What would Jefferson, Washington, Dewey, Mann, DuBois, Franklin (pick 3) say about the choices in educational “types” of schooling (public, private, charter). Be specific (use quotes) as to what and why they would have a particular opinion. An example of what NOT to write: ” I think Jefferson would’ve supported public schools today.” There is no reason (why) or explanation (what).
· What other course content supports your written explanation? How is your understanding connected to the various ideas of the course?
Section 2/Interpretation of Contemporary Writing:
· Decide where you sit on the choice of “the purpose of schools is to maintain society” and express that decision clearly. Revisit Module 1 if necessary.
· If educating children is about the “maintenance” or “progression” of society, which schooling choice would be best to “maintain” and which would be best for “progress”?
· Who benefits from this choice? Who suffers? (as evidenced by what)
· What other course content supports your written explanation? How is your understanding connected to the various ideas of the course?
Section 3/Comparison of Historical Authors:
· As we look forward beyond the pandemic and returning to a society that has clear expectations for schools, what do you think will happen with this battle? What do you think the expectations for schools are (as evidenced by what)? What would your educational thinkers from Section 1 say? How will things change in education moving forward post-pandemic?
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| Criteria |
Ratings |
Pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInterpretation of contemporary and historical perspectives |
| 5 pts
Extraordinary
Extraordinary understanding of how the historical ideals would be interpreted in a contemporary setting. |
4 pts
Above-Average
Above Average understanding of how the historical ideals would be interpreted in a contemporary setting. |
3 pts
Average
Average understanding of how the historical ideals would be interpreted in a contemporary setting. |
2 pts
Below Average
Below Average understanding of how the historical ideals would be interpreted in a contemporary setting. |
1 pts
Substantially Below Average
Substantially Below Average understanding of how the historical ideals would be interpreted in a contemporary setting. |
0 pts
Not Identified/Plagiarism |
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5 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and grammar |
| 5 pts
Extraordinary
Extraordinary use of planning using logical arguments and specific evidence. Extraordinary usage of grammar, syntax and sentence structure. |
4 pts
Above-Average
Above average use of planning using logical arguments and specific evidence. Above Average usage of grammar, syntax and sentence structure |
3 pts
Average
Average use of planning using semi-logical arguments and come evidence. Average usage of grammar, syntax and sentence structure. |
2 pts
Below Average
Below average use of planning lacking evidence of logical arguments and specific evidence. Below average usage of grammar, syntax and sentence structure |
1 pts
Substantially Below Average
Substantially below average use of planning lacking evidence of logical arguments and specific evidence. This is fraught with incorrect usage of grammar, syntax and sentence structure. |
0 pts
Not identified/plagiarism |
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5 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExamination of and interpretation of contemporary writing |
| 5 pts
Extraordinary
An extraordinary effort that demonstrates a clear and concise understanding of the assigned topic and its meaning. |
4 pts
Above-Average
An above-average effort that demonstrates a clear and concise understanding of the assigned topic and its meaning. |
3 pts
Average
An average effort that demonstrates an understanding of the assigned topic and its meaning |
2 pts
Below Average
A below average effort that does not demonstrate an understanding of the assigned topic and its meaning |
1 pts
Substantially Below Average
A substantially below average effort that does not demonstrate a clear nor concise understanding of the assigned topic and its meaning |
0 pts
Not identified/plagiarism |
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5 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeComparison of historical authors |
| 5 pts
Extraordinary
Extraordinary work that is insightful and relates the ideas of the authors to the contemporary educational topic |
4 pts
Above-Average
Above –average work that is insightful and relates the ideas of the authors to the contemporary educational topic |
3 pts
Average
Average work that is somewhat insightful and relates the ideas of the authors to the contemporary educational topic |
2 pts
Below Average
Below average work that is not insightful nor relates the ideas of the authors to the contemporary educational topic. |
1 pts
Substantially Below Average
Substantially below average work that is not insightful nor relates the ideas of the authors to the contemporary educational topic. |
0 pts
Not Identified/Plagiarism |
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5 pts |
| Total Points: 20 |
· What other course content supports your written explanation? How is your understanding connected to the various ideas of the course?
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