21st CENTURY LITERATURE FROM THE PHILIPPINES AND THE WORLD 11
THIRD QUARTER | SECOND SEMESTER 2023 -2024
PERFORMANCE TASK 03 | GUIDELINES AND RUBRICS
TOPIC: 21ST CENTURY LITERARY GENRES
ACTIVITY TITLE: Tales Retold: Reimagining Classic Shorts into 21st-Century Wonders
TASK OVERVIEW: Students will work in groups to reimagine classic short stories using three 21st-century literary genres. Each
group will be assigned one short story and will utilize a randomized selection of literary genres to retell the narrative in a modern
context.
Guidelines:
1. This is a group activity. The class will be divided into 5 groups.
2. Each group will be assigned one of the following classic short stories. Each group is tasked to keep the original
message of the story. Only the format will be changed.
a. Dead Stars by Paz Marquez Benitez
b. One Day on the Road by Temistokles M. Adlawan
c. Voice Tape by Ariel S. Tabag
d. promdi@manila Genevieve L. Asenjo
e. Simon's Replica by Dean Francis Alfar
3. The teacher will use a Wheel of Fortune or similar random selection method to assign two 21st-century literary genres
to each group. The genres include Illustrated Novel, Graphic Novels (Comic Strip), Doodle Fiction, Flash Fiction
(except 6-word literature), and Text-Talk Novels.
4. The 21st-century literary genre collection may be submitted from March 27, 2024 – April 1, 2024, at 11:59 in the
evening. NO EXTENSION.
5. The first pages must be a copy of the assigned short story with a short biography of the author.
6. The file’s format must be in pdf. It must be uploaded to your section’s Google Drive Folder.
7. In your section’s Google Drive folder, create your folder following this format: SURNAMES_21ST PETA03_TITLE
OF THE SHORT STORY
RUBRICS
ILLUSTRATED NOVEL, DOODLE FICTION, GRAPHIC NOVEL ADAPTATION
CRITERIA
VISUAL
REPRESENTATION OF
KEY SCENES
TEXT INTO VISUALS
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3
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Illustrations
effectively depict
pivotal moments,
characters, and
settings from the
assigned short story,
capturing the essence
of the narrative and
evoking strong
emotions in readers.
Visuals are detailed,
immersive, and
closely aligned with
the original text.
Textual descriptions,
dialogue, and
narration are
seamlessly translated
into visual elements,
maintaining
coherence between
the written story and
the illustrated
Illustrations
adequately represent
key scenes, characters,
and settings from the
assigned short story,
conveying the
narrative effectively
and eliciting
emotional responses
from readers. Visuals
are clear, and
coherent, and enhance
understanding of the
story
Textual elements are
effectively adapted
into visuals, ensuring
consistency and
alignment with the
original story. The
illustrated adaptation
enhances
understanding of the
Illustrations partially
depict key scenes,
characters, and
settings from the
assigned short story,
but may lack detail
or fail to fully
capture the essence
of the narrative.
Visuals are
somewhat
inconsistent or
lacking in emotional
resonance.
Textual elements are
partially adapted
into visuals,
resulting in some
discrepancies or
inconsistencies
between the written
story and the
illustrated
Illustrations fail to
effectively represent
key scenes,
characters, and
settings from the
assigned short story,
resulting in a
disjointed or unclear
visual adaptation.
Visuals are
rudimentary,
incomplete, or fail to
evoke emotions in
readers.
Textual elements are
inadequately adapted
into visuals, leading
to significant
discrepancies or
disconnects between
the written story and
the illustrated
adaptation. The
SYMBOLISM AND
METAPHOR
LAYOUT AND DESIGN
DIVISION OF STORY
INTO SEQUENCES
CHARACTER DESIGNS
PANEL-TO-PANEL
TRANSITIONS
INTEGRATION OF
DIALOGUE AND
CAPTIONS
adaptation. The
adaptation remains
faithful to the original
text
narrative and
complements the
written text
appropriately.
Visual symbolism and
metaphor are
effectively utilized to
deepen the layers of
meaning within the
narrative, enriching
the story with subtle
yet impactful
imagery.
Layout design, panel
arrangements, and
page compositions are
thoughtfully
experimented with to
enhance storytelling
and pacing.
Visual symbolism and
metaphor are utilized
to enhance the
narrative, adding
depth and complexity
to the story.
The assigned short
story is effectively
broken down into
sequential scenes or
episodes suitable for
adaptation into comic
strips.
Character designs
incorporate elements
of visual storytelling,
using expressive
facial expressions,
body language, and
costume design to
convey personality
and emotion.
A variety of panel-topanel transitions are
used effectively to
control pacing and
rhythm. Transitions,
such as scene-toscene, moment-tomoment, and actionto-action, are
employed
thoughtfully to create
dynamic visual
storytelling effects.
Dialogue, narration,
and captions are
seamlessly integrated
into the comic strip
adaptation. The
visual representation
may deviate from
the original text or
fail to fully capture
its nuances.
Some attempt is
made to incorporate
visual symbolism
and metaphor into
the adaptation, but
the execution may
be inconsistent or
lacking in clarity.
visuals may
misinterpret or
misrepresent key
aspects of the
narrative.
Layout and design
choices effectively
contribute to the
storytelling process,
creating a visually
engaging and
immersive reading
experience.
Experimentation with
layout elements
enhances the flow and
impact of the
illustrated adaptation.
The story is divided
into sequential scenes
or episodes with good
attention to key
moments and plot
developments.
Some attempt is
made to experiment
with layout and
design, but the
execution may be
limited or lack
coherence.
Visual symbolism
and metaphor are
either absent or
poorly executed in
the adaptation,
resulting in a
superficial or literal
interpretation of the
narrative.
Layout and design
choices are
rudimentary or
poorly executed,
resulting in a visually
uninspired or
disjointed adaptation.
Some attempt is
made to divide the
story into sequences,
but the organization
may lack clarity or
coherence.
The division of the
story into sequences
is unclear or
inconsistent,
hindering the
adaptation process.
Character designs are
visually appealing and
demonstrate a good
understanding of the
original characters.
Character designs
are adequate but
may lack depth or
creativity.
Character designs are
rudimentary or
poorly executed,
failing to capture the
essence of the
original characters.
Panel-to-panel
transitions are utilized
to control pacing and
rhythm, enhancing the
flow of the comic strip
adaptation. The choice
of transitions
demonstrates an
understanding of
narrative structure and
contributes to the
overall readability of
the adaptation.
Dialogue, narration,
and captions are
integrated into the
comic strip format
Some attempts are
made to use panelto-panel transitions,
but the execution
may be limited or
inconsistent.
Transitions may
lack clarity or fail to
effectively convey
the progression of
the narrative,
resulting in a less
cohesive adaptation
Some attempts are
made to integrate
dialogue and
captions, but the
Panel-to-panel
transitions are either
absent or poorly
executed, hindering
the flow of the comic
strip adaptation.
Transitions may be
confusing or
disjointed, making it
difficult for readers
to follow the
narrative
progression.
Dialogue and
captions are
inadequately
integrated into the
format, enhancing the
storytelling
experience. Speech
balloons, thought
bubbles, and narrative
boxes are used
effectively to convey
character dialogue,
inner thoughts, and
exposition.
with good clarity and
coherence. Speech
balloons, thought
bubbles, and narrative
boxes effectively
convey character
dialogue, inner
thoughts, and
exposition, enhancing
understanding of the
narrative.
execution may be
inconsistent or
lacking in clarity.
Speech balloons,
thought bubbles, and
narrative boxes may
be overcrowded or
poorly placed,
detracting from the
readability of the
adaptation.
comic strip format,
resulting in
confusion or
ambiguity. Speech
balloons, thought
bubbles, and
narrative boxes may
be missing or poorly
utilized, hindering
comprehension of the
narrative.
FLASH FICTION (EXCEPT 6-WORD STORIES) ADAPTATION
CRITERIA
CONCISENESS AND
PRECISION
VIVID IMAGERY AND
ATMOSPHERE
FAITHFULNESS TO
THE ORIGINAL
CHARACTERIZATION
AND DEVELOPMENT
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3
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The flash fiction
demonstrates
exceptional
conciseness and
precision, with every
word contributing
significantly to the
narrative's depth and
resonance.
Flash fiction uses
descriptive language
and vivid imagery to
evoke rich sensory
experiences and
atmospheric settings.
The flash fiction
effectively
emphasizes
conciseness and
precision, crafting a
narrative that is
impactful and
evocative within the
limited word count.
Flash fiction
effectively utilizes
descriptive language
and imagery to create
a vivid atmosphere
and immersive setting.
The Flash fiction
lacks conciseness
and precision, with
extraneous words
diluting the impact of
the narrative.
The adaptation
remains true to the
tone, style, and
characters of the
original while
effectively
condensing the
narrative into flash
fiction format.
The adaptation
features fully realized
characters with depth
and complexity,
effectively capturing
their personalities,
motivations, and
growth within the
constraints of flash
fiction format.
While some details
may be condensed or
streamlined, the
overall integrity of the
original story is
preserved.
The flash fiction
exhibits some
degree of
conciseness and
precision but may
include unnecessary
or redundant words
that detract from the
narrative's impact.
The Flash fiction
includes some
descriptive language
and imagery but
may lack
consistency or depth
in creating a vivid
atmosphere.
While elements of
the original story
may be
recognizable, the
adaptation diverges
in ways that detract
from its fidelity to
the source material.
The adaptation
includes characters
that may feel
underdeveloped or
lacking in depth,
with limited
exploration of their
personalities or
motivations.
The adaptation
features characters
that are poorly
developed or onedimensional, failing
to engage readers or
evoke empathy.
The adaptation
portrays characters
with sufficient depth
and development,
allowing readers to
connect with their
struggles, desires, and
conflicts.
The Flash fiction
lacks descriptive
language and
imagery, resulting in
a flat or uninspired
narrative atmosphere.
The adaptation lacks
faithfulness to the
original short story,
deviating
significantly from its
plot, characters, and
themes
TEXT-TALK NOVEL ADAPTATION
CRITERIA
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AUTHENTICITY OF
DIGITAL
COMMUNICATION
The text-talk novel
authentically captures
the unique
conventions and
language of digital
communication
The text-talk novel
demonstrates a good
level of authenticity in
digital
communication,
incorporating
The text-talk novel
includes some
attempts to capture
the authenticity of
digital
communication but
The text-talk novel
fails to capture the
authenticity of digital
communication, with
elements that feel
forced or unrealistic,
CHARACTER VOICES
MULTIMEDIA
ELEMENTS
NARRATIVE DEPTH
AND COMPLEXITY
platforms, effectively
utilizing
abbreviations,
emoticons, hashtags,
and other digital
shorthand to create a
realistic and
immersive reading
experience.
The text-talk novel
features distinct and
authentic character
voices, with
variations in writing
style, tone, and
language effectively
differentiating
between characters
and conveying their
personalities,
attitudes, and
emotions.
recognizable elements
of modern messaging
and online interaction
to enhance the
storytelling
experience.
may lack
consistency or depth
in its portrayal,
resulting in a less
immersive reading
experience.
detracting from the
overall believability
of the narrative.
The text-talk novel
successfully develops
character voices
through text-based
communication,
allowing readers to
differentiate between
characters and
empathize with their
perspectives and
experiences.
The text-talk novel
lacks distinct
character voices,
with characters that
may feel
indistinguishable or
underdeveloped,
detracting from the
overall depth and
impact of the
narrative.
The text-talk novel
seamlessly integrates
multimedia elements
such as images,
videos, and
hyperlinks to enhance
the storytelling
experience, providing
additional context,
depth, and immersion
for readers.
The text-talk novel
effectively
incorporates
multimedia elements
to enrich the
storytelling
experience, offering
supplementary content
that enhances reader
engagement and
understanding of the
narrative.
The adaptation
effectively develops a
narrative with
sufficient depth and
complexity, offering
compelling characters,
thought-provoking
themes, and engaging
plot twists that keep
readers invested in the
story.
The text-talk novel
includes some
attempts to create
distinct character
voices but may
struggle to fully
differentiate
between characters
or convey their
personalities
effectively, resulting
in less engaging or
memorable
characterizations.
The text-talk novel
includes some
multimedia elements
but may not fully
leverage their
potential to enhance
the storytelling
experience, resulting
in a less dynamic or
interactive reading
experience.
The adaptation
includes some
attempts to
introduce depth and
complexity to the
narrative but may
struggle to fully
develop these
aspects, resulting in
a story that feels
somewhat shallow
or underdeveloped
in certain areas.
The adaptation lacks
depth and complexity
in its narrative
execution, with a
storyline that feels
simplistic or lacking
in substance, failing
to fully engage
readers or provoke
deeper thought or
reflection.
The adaptation
presents a narrative
that is rich in depth
and complexity,
exploring intricate
character dynamics,
nuanced themes, and
layered storytelling
elements that provoke
thought and reflection
among readers.
The text-talk novel
lacks effective
utilization of
multimedia elements,
with supplementary
content that feels
superficial or
disconnected from
the narrative,
diminishing reader
engagement.
OTHERS
CRITERIA
LAYOUT AND
DESIGN
RELEVANCE AND
QUALITY OF
VISUALS
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Exceptional layout
and design, creating a
visually engaging and
aesthetically pleasing
digital portfolio.
Visuals are highly
relevant, high-quality,
and significantly
enhance the audience's
Well-organized layout
and design,
contributing to a
visually appealing
presentation.
Visuals are relevant
and of satisfactory
quality, contributing
to the overall
Basic layout and
design, with some
organization but
lacking overall visual
appeal.
Visuals are present but
lack relevance or are
of poor quality,
The digital portfolio
lacks organization and
is visually
unappealing.
No visuals are
included, or they are
entirely irrelevant to
MECHANICS AND
LANGUAGE
understanding and
engagement with the
collection
The sentence structure
is correct. Punctuation
and capitalization are
correct.
enhancement of the
collection
detracting from the
overall presentation.
the message of the
story.
The sentence structure
is generally correct.
Some awkward
sentences do appear.
There are one or two
errors in punctuation
and/or capitalization.
Work contains
structural weaknesses
and grammatical
errors. There are three
or four errors in
punctuation and/or
capitalization.
Work contains
multiple incorrect
sentence structures.
There are four or more
errors in punctuation
and/or capitalization.
HIGHEST POSSIBLE SCORE
NOTE: Individual Grades for this Performance task will be based on a peer evaluation wherein:
19 – 24: 100%
15 – 18: 75%
8 – 14: 50%
1 – 7 : 25%
0 – 0%
32 + 16 = 48
+ 12 (OTHERS)
60 POINTS