Assignment - Week 09
Assignment - Week 09: Mid-Semester Check-In
Due: Sunday, April 5, 2026 @ 11:59 PM
Overview
Welcome back from Spring Break! This is a more substantial check-in where you reflect on your progress and begin planning your Final Project.
Deliverables
Submit to Canvas:
1. Mid-Semester Habit Reflection (300+ words)
Write a reflection on your habit journey so far:
Progress Assessment:
- How consistent have you been with your habits?
- What patterns have you noticed? (When do you succeed? When do you struggle?)
- How have your skills developed since Week 3?
What’s Working:
- Which aspects of your habits are most effective?
- What strategies have helped you stay consistent?
What Needs Adjustment:
- Is anything about your habits not working?
- Do you need to modify your approach? (If so, propose changes)
Key Learnings:
- What’s the most important thing you’ve learned so far?
- What has surprised you about the process?
2. Habit Progress Update
Continue your regular documentation:
- Completion record for this week
- What you did
- Evidence
3. Final Project Planning
Begin organizing for your Evidence Portfolio:
Evidence Inventory:
| Week | Habit 1 Evidence | Habit 2 Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 (baseline) | [what you have] | [what you have] |
| 3-4 | [what you have] | [what you have] |
| 5-6 | [what you have] | [what you have] |
| 7-8 | [what you have] | [what you have] |
Gaps Identified:
- What evidence are you missing?
- How will you fill these gaps in the coming weeks?
Initial Reflection Notes:
- Bullet points for themes you might discuss in your final reflection
Rubric
| Criteria | Excellent (4) | Good (3) | Adequate (2) | Needs Work (1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Semester Reflection | Deep, honest assessment with specific examples | Good reflection | Basic reflection | Superficial |
| Evidence Inventory | Complete inventory with clear plan for gaps | Good inventory | Basic inventory | Incomplete |
| Habit Check-In | Complete documentation | Adequate | Basic | Missing |
Looking Ahead
You now have 6 weeks until final presentations. Use the second half of the semester to:
- Maintain consistent habit practice
- Gather strong evidence for your portfolio
- Begin drafting your written reflection