IMPACT SUMMARY STATEMENTS

IMPACT SUMMARY STATEMENTS Order Description Write a 1 page summary of your readings that (1) identifies 5 key points that stand out to you from the readings and (2) write two critical questions you have from the readings: 1. Identify 5 Key points: decide on and summarise five key points from the assigned reading/s. The five points will be the most important ones in the assigned reading, as you perceive them. Include in the impact summary a defense for each point, that is, why you believe it is important. Subtitles or the hierarchical segmentation in the assigned readings does not necessarily imply importance. Similarly this is not simply an exercise in reiterating what the author has said. 2. Develop 2 critical questions about the reading: A critical question is a written, open-ended query that emanates from critiquing the assigned readings, and when asked in class, initiates critical thinking/discussion among the class. An effective critical question: - Draws upon the existing knowledge and experience of other students (and instructor) about the assigned material; - Is always written with a reference) point in reading duly noted (and announced when asked); - Is clear, concise, and non-confusing as written; that is, it does not require paraphrasing to be understood; - Is well-focused to avoid vague generalisations or rampant speculation during discussion; and - Cannot be answered with a simple yes or no.