| What concepts are you going to learn, or skills are you going to develop? | How will you learn the content/ develop the skill? | What evidence will you add to the portfolio to demonstrate your learning? | How will you and I assess the evidence of your learning/skills? |
| (15%)Adapts and applies a deep understanding of multiple worldviews, experiences, and power structures while initiating meaningful interaction with other cultures to address significant global problems. | I will engage in class discussions to learn about multiple worldviews, cultures, and experiences.I will research to prepare for class discussions. I will use the assigned class book & connect it to different worldviews and experiences to get a different perspective from it. | Reflections Research report Class discussions Group discussions (Jigsaws) | I will attend and participate in class. I will complete weekly reflections on time and answer questions fully. I will choose a topic for the group project that will allow me to analyze the problem presented through a global lens. · |
| (25%) Accesses information using effective, well-designed search strategies and appropriate sources. | ·Collaborate with the research group to develop a research question/ hypothesis.Analyze various sources of evidence.·Using correct citation formatsDouble-checking and authenticating all sources used. | Research project Research for the project Jigsaws Reflection Jigsaw Prep | I will ensure all sources are double-checked will use the SIUE Library website as a source. I will use valid websites and proper citation formats, such as MLA. I will use organizational formats, such as Google Sheets, to keep track of the research gathered & keep track of sources used. |
| (35%)Identifies and evaluates multiple approaches for solving problems. | Assess the issue before coming up with a solution to the problemSolving problems within group work and the course | Exam 1 Pop Quiz Braiding Sweetgrass Reflection Group Project Jigsaw | I will utilize problem-solving skills in class to help dissect topics raised in group discussions. I will use the scientific method to solve problems presented in group projects. I will evaluate the Jigsaws so I can identify different approaches to complete it. I will evaluate different approaches to solve the problems and questions presented on exams/ assessments. While participating in class, I will use different approaches to solve problems or identify different factors. |
| (25%)Uses quantitative information to support arguments and draw logical conclusions. | Class lectures Analyze the data presented Collect all numbers and organize quantitative information | Research Report Group Pop Quiz Jigsaw Prep Reflections Jigsaw Braiding Sweetgrass & worksheet Picking Sweetgrass Reflection | ·I will use all the information presented to draw conclusions I will use the scientific method and include quantitative information gathered.I will use Google Sheets to keep quantitative information organized during group projects so I can later use that information to support and draw conclusions.I will use research to gather quantitative information and then later use the information to support arguments and draw conclusions. I will use reflections/jigsaw worksheets to help draw logical conclusions after reading Braiding Sweetgrass. |
