The purpose of completing this assignment is to critically review a book from th

The purpose of completing this assignment is to critically review a book from the ALA’s banned book list, providing a perspective on the reasons for its restriction and the implications of such actions. This review aims to offer a comprehensive analysis — including a synopsis, rationale for banning, key quotes, arguments against restriction, potential pedagogical challenges, and the impact on readers if the book were removed from the curriculum. Hi. Your book review of the banned book needs to be between 7-10 pages, double spaced, one inch margins, 12 point font, and in APA format. Must be submitted as .Doc or .PDF. Please don’t use Google Docs unless you are sure you have given me access to the document. I don’t have a minimum of sources you should use, but your analysis of the book should definitely be making reference to many of the sources from the course we have read/watched up to this point. Just because this assignment is part of specific module doesn’t mean that materials from other modules shouldn’t be used. You should be showing me your critical analysis skills in this review. It’s not just a summary. And it’s not just your “opinion.” You should use the materials from the course in your analysis of the book. If you use AI you must only use it as support for your own writing. You must never use it in replacement of your own writing. If you use AI (and I expect most will), you must acknowledge it and when appropriate it, cite it when you do. Your citation should be in APA format. Integrity is a key disposition for an educator and I expect you to be operating at the highest standard when it comes to using AI in your work. Thank you. Task Review a book on the banned book list put out by the ALA (see below). Your review should provide readers with: A synopsis of the book; The rationale for why some people are trying to restrict or ban it from schools and/or libraries; Direct quotes from the book that give readers a sense of why some people want it banned or restricted; A discussion of why some people think it shouldn’t be restricted or banned; An analysis of the ideas that would be made unavailable to readers if the book under consideration was restricted or banned from the school curriculum; A consideration of some of the pedagogical challenges that teaching the book would present to teachers; Your essay should be typed, double-spaced, use 12-point type, have one inch margins, and saved as a Word Doc or PDF. It must adhere to the university’s writing standards. You must cite at least five sources from the course materials in your review. You must use APA format for all citations. Any use of AI in your review must be cited. If AI is used in any way and not cited it is considered cheating and you will fail the assignment. Banned Book List Pick one to review (Just as a reminder, if you use AI or cut/paste content from the internet, you must cite it as you would any other source, otherwise it’s considered cheating.) Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe All Boys Aren’t Blue by George M. Johnson The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison Flamer by Mike Curato Looking for Alaska by John Green The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky Lawn Boy by Jonathan Evison The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie Out of Darkness by Ashley Hope Perez A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas Crank by Ellen Hopkins Me and Earl and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews This Book Is Gay by Juno Dawson Rubric EDFD449 Assignment Rubric EDFD449 Assignment Rubric Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntegration of Course Materials 40 to >20.0 pts Excellent Effectively integrates course materials into the assignments and cites materials in APA format. Shows a deep and critical understanding the materials by being “in conversation” with the authors and content producers. Makes meaningful connections between quotes and the broader context of the Module’s themes and topics. Shows a critical understanding of the conflicts and ambiguities in the materials and subjects under investigation. 20 to >10.0 pts Satisfactory Somewhat effectively integrates course materials into the assignments and doesn’t always cite materials in APA format. Shows a somewhat superficial understanding of the materials and doesn’t engage the author’s in meaningful or critical ways. Makes occasionally meaningful connections between quotes and the broader context of the Module’s themes and topics. Shows a basic understanding of the conflicts and ambiguities in the materials and subjects under investigation. 10 to >0 pts Needs Improvement Poor integration of course materials. Reliance on cherry-picked quotes without clear explanation of their relevance. Fails to demonstrate understanding of the broader context or complexity of the issues. 40 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking and Reflection 30 to >15.0 pts Excellent Demonstrates high levels of sophistication in tackling complex and controversial issues. Provides critical self and social reflection, making meaningful self-to-text-world connections. Shows honesty, integrity, professionalism, and commitment in all work. 15 to >5.0 pts Satisfactory Addresses complex issues but lacks depth. Some critical reflection is present, but self-to-text-world connections are weak or superficial. Generally honest and professional, but commitment is inconsistent. 5 to >0 pts Needs Improvement Struggles with addressing complex issues. Minimal critical reflection and weak self-to-text-world connections. Issues with honesty, professionalism, and commitment are evident. 30 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity and Standard English Usage 30 to >15.0 pts Excellent Writing is clear, coherent, and fluid. Consistently uses Standard English grammar and syntax. Demonstrates ability to integrate course materials seamlessly into writing. 15 to >5.0 pts Satisfactory Writing is generally clear but may have minor issues with coherence and fluidity. Mostly uses Standard English grammar and syntax, with occasional errors. Course materials are integrated, but not always seamlessly. 5 to >0 pts Needs Improvement Writing lacks clarity and coherence. Frequent errors in Standard English grammar and syntax. Poor integration of course materials, leading to disjointed and confusing writing. 30 pts Total Points: 100

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