ISU - Africa United

All ISU due dates are non-negotiable. No extensions will be given and No assignments will be accepted late. Students not submitting on the assigned date will receive a mark of zero.

Instructions:

1.     In-Class Film Report:

During class, you will watch Africa United and write a structured report (in proper 3-4 paragraphs) that examines the following topics based on the film:

ü  Film Synopsis

ü  Conflict

ü  Character Development

ü  Themes

Content	Report provides an in-depth analysis of text and demonstrates a thorough development of ideas	/20
Quotations	At least 3 quotations from the film	/5
Grammar	Sentence Structure Verb Tense consistency Verb Subject consistency Spelling Punctuation Rich vocabulary Transitional words	/10
Total		/ 30

2.     United Africa, Essay (1000-2000 words double spaced)

      I.         Re-watch an extract from the film entitled ‘The Dream Team’ and reflect on the relationship between central characters and key themes in the film (e.g. relationships with friends and parents; human qualities such as loyalty and independence; the power and significance of football; dreams and ambitions).

    II.         Africa United include the experience of refugees and HIV both of which would be suitable to explore in more detail having seen the whole film. This is particularly relevant to the character of Dudu who we later discover has known from the start that he has HIV. Highlight the children’s resilience and spirit despite HIV and AIDS.  

Category	Level R (0-49%)	Level 1 (50-59%)	Level 2 (60-69%)	Level 3 (70-79%)	Level 4 (80-100%)
K/U Content (supporting evidence, research details) /10	Shows a lack of understanding of the film/Essay topic. Supporting evidence is missing	Shows limited understanding of the film/topic. Supporting evidence is basic/unclear.	Shows some understanding of the film/topic. Some ideas are substantiated with evidence.	Shows considerable understanding of the film/Essay topic. Ideas are substantiated with clear supporting evidence.	Shows thorough understanding of the film/Essay topic. Ideas are substantiated with clear and informative evidence.
T/I Concept/Idea development (connection between film/issue, quality of ideas, format) /10	Provides limited/lack of analysis of the film/essay topic. Connection between the film/topic is unclear. Style and structure is inappropriate for purpose.	Provides basic analysis of the film/essay topic. Makes few connections between topic and film. Style and structure is sometimes inappropriate for purpose.	Provides some analysis of the film/topic. Makes basic connections between film/topic. Style and structure is mostly appropriate for purpose.	Provides considerable analysis of the film/essay topic. Makes several clear connections between the film and the topic. Style and structure is appropriate for purpose.	Provides an in-depth analysis of the film/topic. Makes several insightful connections between film/topic. Style and structure is appropriate for purpose.
COMM (Grammar) /10	Writing is unorganized; no work cited incorporated Language has many verb, subject and tense inconsistencies.  Seldom uses appropriate and rich vocabulary. Extensive spelling mistakes.	Writing is organized with a limited work cited. Few verb, subject and tense inconsistencies. Sometimes uses advanced vocabulary. Few spelling errors.	Writing is organized with work cited. Effective use of verb, subject and tense. Appropriate use of rich and vivid vocabulary. 2-4 spelling errors.	Writing is organized with work cited. Verbs, subjects and tense used with considerable effectiveness. Rich vocabulary cues to convey strong meaning. No spelling mistakes.	Writing is effectively organized with insightful work cited. Demonstrates a command over verbs, subject and tense. Extensively uses high degree vocabulary to convey meaning in a rich and vivid manner. No spelling mistakes.
Application (Creativity, format, originality) /10	Essay does not include creative thought.	Essay demonstrates limited creativity.	Essay demonstrates some creativity and original thought.	Essay demonstrated creative and original thought.	Essay demonstrates high degree of creative and original thought.
Total         /40