OERu/Planning/OERu 2012 Prototype/College Composition/Develop representative sample of materials

With this model facilitating student progress through online open resources, the links on the preceding page illustrate the main body of content that the students will access. From an SNHU perspective, the elements that we provide (besides support and advising / mentoring) will be "transitional" or "contextual" text to motivate and situate the students, and assessment guidance; rubrics etc for deliverables.

Sample "transitional" text:

“Everyone loves a good story. However, not everyone knows how to create one. When we come across someone who knows how to craft a good story, we know. You might be thinking of one of those moments right now. What do you remember about the stories that impressed you? Think about how you felt when you listened to them. What made their stories stand out? No matter what the story is, it very likely does not stray too far from the time-honored fundamentals of a good narrative. A compelling story always contains a struggle, outcome, and reflection on the message of the significance of the story. Think about the stories that impacted you. What was the struggle? What was the outcome? Why did the message appeal to you? Review the Resources listed and when you are ready, go to the assessment and tell us your story” Two samples of good narrative essays are also provided (see ENG-120 folder), as well as a description of the first essay assignment.“

Sample rubric:

(based on COCE ENG 120 rubric + AAC+U metarubric elements for key skills)

AAC+U CRITICAL THINKING VALUE RUBRIC  Definition: Critical thinking is a habit of mind characterized by the comprehensive exploration of issues, ideas, artifacts, and events before accepting or formulating an opinion or conclusion. Evaluators are encouraged to assign a zero to any work sample or collection of work that does not meet benchmark (cell one) level performance.