Exceptional

The quality of the student’s journal responses is exceptional.

· Journal responses demonstrate an in-depth, insightful understanding of the content and concepts  of emotional intelligence.

· Writing refers to relevant resources beyond examples provided by the instructors.

· Self-reflections demonstrate to the reader an increased understanding of the fundamental concepts of emotional intelligence.

Achieved

The quality of the student’s journal response is commendable but not exceptional.

· The response is complete.

· The key vocabulary associated with the big ideas incorporated into the readings, course discussions and activities is used.

· Self-reflection reveals an indication of student growth and improvement.

 Developing

The quality of student’s journal responses indicates a need for deeper understandingand/or reflection.

· Response is not timely, complete or is missing.

· Self awareness is not integrated into the student’s writing, and/or no documentation of  understanding provided.

· Self-reflection related to personal growth is not present