Reading Log Assignment

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Reading Log

 

Assignment:

For every assigned article this semester, you will complete a reading log entry that analyzes and critiques the reading.  Each entry must include the information described on the sample reading log entry on the back of this handout, unless otherwise specified.  See the course calendar for a complete list of the 21 required reading log entries. 

Requirements:

·         Entries must be typed and must follow the format of the sample reading log.

 

·         Be sure to write in your own words or quote and cite the author’s words to avoid plagiarism.

 

·         Submission:  Upload your entries to Turnitin.com before class on the day they are due.  If your entry is not uploaded before class, you will not receive credit for it.  No exceptions. 

 

·         Also bring a hard copy to class for your own reference. 

 

·         Reading log entries will vary slightly on length, depending on the length of the article.  Generally, they will be one - two pages long (one full page minimum).

Evaluation:

 

·         This assignment is worth 200 points (20% of final course grade).

You get one “freebie.”  I will throw out one zero if you miss a reading log entry or have a technical problem uploading it.

 

·          I will check to see that you have completed all assigned entries.  I will not read every entry; instead, I will randomly spot check several entries to evaluate the thought and effort you put into the assignment.

 

·         Errors will affect the grade, so proofread carefully.