Q Prompts First, what does the jazz of Miles Davis sound like? How might you explain it so someone who is deaf? (Yes, it sounds like jazz music, or it sounds like the kind of thing played at a jazz club. But that's not really what I'm looking for. Make some unexpected comparison to something else in the world that comes to mind — be bold, and trust your instincts, and explain a little bit what you mean.) Second, on the understanding of "the cool" as we encountered it here, what is anything else in the world that is cool, and why do you think so? (Make sure your answer refers to ideas presented in the article.) Third, think of the people who took care of you when you were little -- in what ways might they be considered culture heroes? Notes on substance and style • As always in this class, be sure to write more than one paragraph. There are three prompts, so it's a good idea to write three paragraphs. • Write enough to explore the question. Think of ideas as you write, and then explore them. Write at least several sentences for each prompt. • There is no single "right answer" here — however, I would like to see good connections and good imagination. • In the second prompt, be sure to make specific references to "the cool" as it appears in the article. You probably use the word "cool" as an aesthetic judgment from time to time — but for this prompt, make sure to expand your idea of "the cool" by referencing the article. Rubric Journal Writing (JW) Journal Writing (JW) Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFoundation Does this submission have info related to the materials provided in Canvas, and does it use the Canvas materials as the basis of well-founded responses? Is the assignment complete? 10 to >5.0 pts Full Marks Shows mastery of a wide range of facts from the Canvas material; facts are deployed well to support the argument. Assignment is complete. 5 to >0.0 pts Partial Marks Some facts are drawn from the materials, but there is room for even more; facts may need to be more clearly tied to the argument. Assignment may not be complete. 0 pts No Marks Little or no evidence of drawing on the materials in Canvas to support the argument. Assignment may not be at all complete. 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity Is it easy to make sense of the ideas written here, or are they obscure? This criterion includes both the mechanics of writing, and the general ease of understanding the big point of the writing. 5 to >3.0 pts Full Marks Clearly and coherently expresses an idea. It rings true. It hits the nail on the head. Shows mastery of the conventions of written English. 3 to >0.0 pts Partial Marks Does a generally ok job of getting the point across. In some places, could use a bit if editing to be clearer. May need some work to adhere closer to the conventions of written English. 0 pts No Marks Very obscure. Hard for a reader to understand the argument. Perhaps does not address the prompt adequately or at all. May not adhere at all to the conventions of written English. 5 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeImagination Does this writing show real independence of mind, going beyond the basic facts to make a point that is plausible and compelling? 5 to >3.0 pts Full Marks Goes above and beyond in relating the materials to the world today, or to personal life, or to the educational process (as relevant to the prompt). A real spark of insight. 3 to >0.0 pts Partial Marks Makes a generally good connection with the world today, or personal life, or the educational process (as relevant to the prompt). Basically makes a solid point. 0 pts No Marks Shows little or no imaginative connection between the Canvas materials and the world today. Little or no spark of insight. May be just hard to understand. 5 pts Total Points: 20 PreviousNext