Walking in Balance Native American culture has an expression: Walking in balance? which correlates to the philosophy of a peaceful coexistence and harmony with all aspects

6-7 points

Proficient

Learner shows excellent integration of course work and considers various perspectives. At least two references were made to class content or outside material, including readings and lectures. Knowledge gained was incorporated effectively into journal. Journal was 500-750 words.

4-5 points

Competent

Learner shows some integration of course work and considers various perspectives. Only one reference was made to class or outside material, including readings and lectures. Knowledge gained was incorporated into journal, but lacked depth. Journal was 350-500 words.

0-3 points

Novice

Learner shows little or no integration of course work and does not consider various perspectives. References to class or outside material, including readings and lectures, were missing. Knowledge gained was not incorporated effectively into journal. Journal was less than 350 words.

3 pts

Proficient

Consistent use of grammatically correct posts with rare misspellings. APA style referencing used, including in-text citations and a reference section.

1.5 pts

Competent

Evidence of errors in spelling and grammar. APA style referencing used, but used with errors.

0 pts

Novice

Used poor spelling and grammar. No clear referencing style used.