Class Work

1. Let's look at the EMCC writing rubric and use it to peer edit today. (Handout)
2. You should have either a paper copy or electronic copy of your I Am A Writer introductory essay.  If you have an electronic copy, call it up on the computer. If you have a paper copy, make sure your name is on the paper. Leave it on the table. Now...trade places with someone in the room.

A. You will be reading the paper and noting on the rubric where you think the grade is at this moment. I suggest beginning with the "editing" section and the "mechanics" issues. That seems to jump out. Not to worry, it is an easy fix.

B. When you read the paper for "organization", be sure that the writer included the required parts of this paper:

The quotation

Reference to the picture

Personal example

Goals for this course

For "Language Issues", make sure that each sentence reads like a standard American English sentence.

C. Under "content", make sure that the writer provided details. If you have questions after reading, be sure to ask the writer.

Note: If you are reading on the computer, you can still make comments and marks on the draft. Just change the ink color or highlight.

3. Getting started with MyCompLab...you need your access code. You must use your own code. You may not share - sorry!

Here is the information you need to register for the class:

Your Course Name:	English 101 8:00 am
Your Course ID: eaton06259

Now that your are registered, you will find three assignments.

• One is just a "hello" space for you to let me know that you are registered for the course. The response is worth 5 points.
• The next "composing" space is for you to use to post the final copy of your I Am A Writer paper. It is due by the beginning of class on Tuesday.
• The third assignment is just a discussion thread. It is a space for you to discuss the body art with your classmates. You must post three times. (15 pts.) You will not see this on the list of assignments. You have to click on the "Discussion" button on the left.
• The last assignment is for your homework. A link to a reading, "Under My Skin" follows. Questions to answer are on the blog.  Answer the questions in the composing space. Be sure to hit the "submit" button.

This was the homework: Locate one article that discusses the history of body art. Be sure you can access it in class or bring a paper copy on Thursday. Let's have a discussion! Share your sources. Did you read from experts or from the average person?

Questions to consider:

• What
• Who
• When
• Where
• Why
• How

Read: Read the handout.  Make bulleted list of important or interesting information from the article. Do you agree or disagree with the messages in this article? Explain.

and

Read "Under My Skin" by Jon Bowen http://www.salon.com/1999/06/23/tattoo/

Answer the following questions for "Under My Skin." Be prepared to discuss in class.

1. How do the anecdotes about himself and his tattoo artist ("Flash Gordon") enrich this essay?

2. Bowen deliberately shifts from first person "I" to second person "you" as he describes the process of getting a tattoo and reconsidering the tattoo. Find three examples of the second person perspective as you evaluate this strategy.

3. Find three examples of Bowen's use of humor, catchy phrases or lively tone to keep this informative essay from becoming tedious or predictable.

4. The author uses allusions that may be familiar to many readers. Do you know the origin of "Flash Gordon", "tabula rasa" or "to undo or not to undo - that's the question?" How do references to familiar characters or phrases help or hinder an essay?

5. Evaluate Bowen's inclusion of direct quotations from tattoo technicians and medical specialists to describe the reasons for removal, the degree of pain, and the results. How does Bowen keep this research from making his essay too technical or inaccessible for the readers?

(Questions from Between Worlds pp. 32-33.)

Post your responses in MyCompLab.