Reform in Education Proposals

Rough draft (in hard copy for peer editing) DUE MONDAY, 2/12:

  • A rough draft of your proposal for education reform, 3-5 pages in length.
  • Typed, 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced (hard copy).
  • Include all of the Key Features in your proposal:
    • A description of a problem that needs a solution.
    • A claim that proposes a practice or policy that addresses a problem or need, is oriented toward action, is directed at the future, and is appropriate to your audience.
    • Statements that clearly relate the claim to the problem or need.
    • Evidence that the proposal will effectively address the need or solve the problem and that it’s workable.
  • Include a Works Cited page following MLA format (doesn’t count as a page).
  • Be ready to share with each other in peer editing.
  • Please note: Your proposal may need qualifiers, may need to anticipate rebuttals and/or unintended consequences, etc. Consider these as you write!

FINAL DRAFT WILL BE DUE TO TURNITIN.COM ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH.

Group Proposals for Education Reform at DSA:

  • As a small group, create a proposal for education reform specific to DSA.
  • Create an engaging, compelling Google slide presentation that you will share with the class.
  • Include all of the Key Features in your proposal:
    • A description of a problem that needs a solution.
    • A claim that proposes a practice or policy that addresses a problem or need, is oriented toward action, is directed at the future, and is appropriate to your audience.
    • Statements that clearly relate the claim to the problem or need.
    • Evidence that the proposal will effectively address the need or solve the problem and that it’s workable.
    • An anticipated rebuttal or potential for unintended consequences.
    • An answer to the rebuttal/unintended consequences; perhaps a qualifier, more evidence to support your proposal, etc.
    • A conclusion
  • Include a Works Cited page following MLA format.
  • Be ready to share in front of the class - all group members must participate.
  • No minimum or maximum number of slides; simply make enough to make a strong proposal.

The proposals should be shared with me at Jonathan_Cohen@dpsk12.net and they will be presented in class on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21st.