Asian Philosopher's Tea

On Thursday of this week, your class will participate in the annual Asian Philosopher's Tea in which you portray either a follower of Confucius, Daoism, or Legalism in order to answer the big questions and solve problems confronting China.

(Confucius as depicted in the Atlantic piece 

What Confucius Teaches Us About Modern American Justice)

Asian Philosopher Tea Rubric 

Name: __________________

Title: ___________________

(1=low, 5=high) 

Prepared for tea at start time (e.g., nametag, materials ready)

Bibliography formatted correctly, contains scholarly sources, uploaded to http://www.turnitin.com  

Evidence of research by bringing notes to class and referencing research during discussion

Engaged in discussion by stating views, challenging or building on others' views, clarifying questions

Listens while others are talking