Final Exam: Fall 2014

Think back to how far we have come this school year. I know I have learned a great deal as a teacher, and your work is evidence that you have come a long way, too.

For your final exam, you will first write a blog post that reflects on your learning this year. This will take place on day #1 of finals:

1. Discuss three ways that you have grown this semester as a convergence journalism student. You SHOULD use evidence and examples of your work. Screenshot images from your projects. Embed videos. Seniors: You should consider pulling in some of your old work from last year.

See many of last year's videos on YouTube here.

2. Then, set two goals for next semester. Be specific about what you want to learn or work on. Use examples from other professionals of work you would like to model.

3. Finally, you will present your work to the class on day #2. Be prepared to go through your blog in front of the class, talking about your growth and goals for the class.

Evaluation:

A. Content/Evidence: The post content successfully communicates the extent of the project, how
it was done, what was learned, reflection and conclusions.

B. Style (Voice): The post uses appropriate vocabulary (jargon appropriate to focus area), is written in “blogging style” (conversational yet professional), and uses correct grammar and spelling.

C. Presentation: Post has headings/sub-headings/body, is written in concise paragraphs, includes multi-media and links as evidence (appropriately placed and formatted), is readable, and follows design principles.