Class Work
1. Get in groups of three. Take turns reading your conclusion to the group. Group members , answer the following:
a. Are the steps clear?
b. Are the steps affordable?
c. Are the time expectations realistic?
2. Author, listen to your audience and revise accordingly.
3. Sign up for a time-slot for your presentation.
4. Between Cultures. . . “Living in Two Worlds” p. 109 . . . can you survive in poverty? Can you survive in wealth?
Homework
1. Finish your paper. I will accept it Monday or Wednesday. Be sure to include the draft with your final copy.
2. Think about a time when you tried to escape one world and exchange it for another. How successful were you? What were the emotional costs to you and to those around you?
Friday, November 20, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
November 18, 2009
November 18, 2009 http://www.eatonenglish101.blogspot.com/ patriciaeatonaz@yahoo.com
Class Work
1.Peer edit the first part of the essay using the college writing rubric. You will be scored on your editing as well as on your essay. Be sure you sign the rubric in the appropriate section.
2. Are you creating a pamphlet or PowerPoint to use with your presentation? Write that on the sign-in sheet.
3. Review of the Speech Rubric . . . Your presentation may be from 2 ½- 4 minutes. Points will be deducted for going over the time limit or for being under the time limit more than 10 seconds.
4. http://www.youtube.com/frankdruffel (humorous speech)
5. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rv7JBSalAv0 (Be an actor)
Homework
1. Write the conclusion of your essay – part II. Be sure you have a clear call to action. The steps the reading audience should take should be clear. They will want to know the cost in both time and money that it will take to make a difference.
2. Bring the entire draft to class on Friday. The final copy is due Monday, November 23, 2009. We will start the presentations on Wednesday next week. Sign up on Friday for your time-slot.
Class Work
1.Peer edit the first part of the essay using the college writing rubric. You will be scored on your editing as well as on your essay. Be sure you sign the rubric in the appropriate section.
2. Are you creating a pamphlet or PowerPoint to use with your presentation? Write that on the sign-in sheet.
3. Review of the Speech Rubric . . . Your presentation may be from 2 ½- 4 minutes. Points will be deducted for going over the time limit or for being under the time limit more than 10 seconds.
4. http://www.youtube.com/frankdruffel (humorous speech)
5. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rv7JBSalAv0 (Be an actor)
Homework
1. Write the conclusion of your essay – part II. Be sure you have a clear call to action. The steps the reading audience should take should be clear. They will want to know the cost in both time and money that it will take to make a difference.
2. Bring the entire draft to class on Friday. The final copy is due Monday, November 23, 2009. We will start the presentations on Wednesday next week. Sign up on Friday for your time-slot.
Monday, November 16, 2009
November 16, 2009
Class Work
1. In addition to your short paper to save something, you will be creating either a brochure or PowerPoint.
2. Let's take a look at pamphlets. We will go over guidelines for Creating Brochures. (See Handout)
How well did the pamphlet you reviewed meet the guidelines?
3. Let's look at the guidelines for PowerPoint presentations. (See Handout) If you decide to create a PowerPoint instead of a brochure, be sure to follow the guide.
Writing the Paper
1. Like all good papers, yours will have an introduction that captures the attention of the reader.
2. In the body of the paper, you must convince the readers that a problem actually exists. In addition, you must convince the reader that the problem will have a negative impact on them.
3. After you have convinced the reader that there is a problem, you need to provide clear solutions to the problem, solutions that the reader can actually do. Answer, "What's in it for me?" for the reader. Don't forget that the solution must be time and money effective in order for others to want to join you.
4. The conclusion needs to be memorable and powerful. You are moving the readers to action!
Homework
1.Work on your draft. Bring 1 1/2 pages to class on Wednesday.
2. Decide if you will be creating a pamphlet or PowerPoint to use with your presentation. On Wednesday, we will be going over presentation techniques.
1. In addition to your short paper to save something, you will be creating either a brochure or PowerPoint.
2. Let's take a look at pamphlets. We will go over guidelines for Creating Brochures. (See Handout)
How well did the pamphlet you reviewed meet the guidelines?
3. Let's look at the guidelines for PowerPoint presentations. (See Handout) If you decide to create a PowerPoint instead of a brochure, be sure to follow the guide.
Writing the Paper
1. Like all good papers, yours will have an introduction that captures the attention of the reader.
2. In the body of the paper, you must convince the readers that a problem actually exists. In addition, you must convince the reader that the problem will have a negative impact on them.
3. After you have convinced the reader that there is a problem, you need to provide clear solutions to the problem, solutions that the reader can actually do. Answer, "What's in it for me?" for the reader. Don't forget that the solution must be time and money effective in order for others to want to join you.
4. The conclusion needs to be memorable and powerful. You are moving the readers to action!
Homework
1.Work on your draft. Bring 1 1/2 pages to class on Wednesday.
2. Decide if you will be creating a pamphlet or PowerPoint to use with your presentation. On Wednesday, we will be going over presentation techniques.
Friday, November 13, 2009
November 13, 2009
Class Work
1. Share critiques. Submit the critique of An Inconvient Truth. Place the final copy on top of the draft.
2. Learn about logical fallacies - group activity - see pp. 417-418 in Between Worlds.
FYI:
Avoiding Logical Fallacies
http://web.uvic.ca/psyc/skelton/Teaching/General%20Readings/Logical%20Falllacies.htm
Creating Strong Arguments
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/composition/argument_logic.htm
3. Get ready to convince others that your cause is worthy. (By now, you should have decided what it is that you want to save. In addition to a short paper, you will be convincing the audience by creating a pamphlet or PowerPoint presentation.)
You will do the following:
1. Know the targeted audience - friend or foe.
2. Prove that a problem exists.
3. Provide reasons why the problem needs to be solved.
4. Call the listeners/readers to action by providing clear steps to be taken.
This is the outline for the paper and the PowerPoint or pamphlet.
Homework
1. Conduct research and outline the main points you plan to make in the paper. (Use EasyBib or other Works Cited source to keep track of your research.)
2. Identify your audience.
3. Locate a pamphlet to bring to class. There are many here at the college. Check lobbies of hotels or tourist areas for others. We will be looking at the wording, selection of information, and visuals.
1. Share critiques. Submit the critique of An Inconvient Truth. Place the final copy on top of the draft.
2. Learn about logical fallacies - group activity - see pp. 417-418 in Between Worlds.
FYI:
Avoiding Logical Fallacies
http://web.uvic.ca/psyc/skelton/Teaching/General%20Readings/Logical%20Falllacies.htm
Creating Strong Arguments
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/composition/argument_logic.htm
3. Get ready to convince others that your cause is worthy. (By now, you should have decided what it is that you want to save. In addition to a short paper, you will be convincing the audience by creating a pamphlet or PowerPoint presentation.)
You will do the following:
1. Know the targeted audience - friend or foe.
2. Prove that a problem exists.
3. Provide reasons why the problem needs to be solved.
4. Call the listeners/readers to action by providing clear steps to be taken.
This is the outline for the paper and the PowerPoint or pamphlet.
Homework
1. Conduct research and outline the main points you plan to make in the paper. (Use EasyBib or other Works Cited source to keep track of your research.)
2. Identify your audience.
3. Locate a pamphlet to bring to class. There are many here at the college. Check lobbies of hotels or tourist areas for others. We will be looking at the wording, selection of information, and visuals.
Monday, November 9, 2009
November 9, 2009
- http://www.rpi.edu/web/writingcenter/presentation.html
The following information is based on the guidelines at the cite listed above.
Critique Review – Peer /Self Editing
1. Planning and writing – did the author:
A. Begin with an introduction that defines the subject of the critique and the author’s point of view?
B. Defend his or her point of view by raising specific issues or aspects of the argument?
C. Conclude the critique by summarizing his or her argument and re-emphasize his or her opinion
2. Avoid using language that is simplistically judgmental?
3. Analyze and evaluate, not just summarize?
4. Answer the questions how? why? and how well?
5. Answer these questions about Al Gore’s presentation?
a. What is the main point?
b. What is the purpose?
c. Who is the intended audience?
d. What arguments are used to support the main point?
e. What evidence is presented to support the arguments?
f. What are the underlying assumptions or biases?
6. Did the author evaluate the documentary?
a.Is the argument logical?
b. Is the presentation well-organized, clear, and easy to view?
c. Are Mr. Gore’s facts accurate?
d. Have important terms been clearly defined?
e. Is there sufficient evidence for the arguments?
f. Do the arguments support the main point?
g. Is the presentation appropriate for the intended audience?
h. Does the presentation present and refute opposing points of view?
i.. Does the presentation help you understand the subject?
j. Are there any words, sentences, or segments that evoke a strong response from you? What are they? What is your reaction? How do you think others will react?
k. What is the origin of your reaction to this topic? When or where did you first learn about it? Can you think of people, articles, or discussions that have influenced your views? How might these be compared or contrasted to this presentation?
l. What questions or observations does this presentation suggest? That is, what does the presentation make you think about?
The final draft is due on Friday. There is no class on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Before Friday, also decide what it is you are willing to "save." See previous posts for a list of suggestions.
Friday, November 6, 2009
November 6, 2009
November 6, 2008 http://www.eatonenglish101.blogspot.com/ patriciaeatonaz@yahoo.com
Class Work
1. Read “Saving the Songs of the Sea” to see how Jean-Michel Cousteau addresses an environmental issue. Note the persuasive techniques and examples he uses.
2. Take five-ten minutes to summarize An Inconvenient Truth – opinions do not play a part of a summary – stick to what was – it does not matter if you agree with Mr. Gore or disagree.
3. Take a look at A. O. Scott’s critique of the film. How does Scott evaluate the movie as a whole, Mr. Gore, use of images, use of graphs, content?
4. Do you agree with Scott? Is An Inconvenient Truth a necessary film?
5. Read a critique of the new movie Amelia. Note what other items can be mentioned in a critique.
Homework
1. Write your own critique of An Inconvenient Truth. Bring the draft to class on Monday. It should be no longer than two double-spaced pages.
2. Make your final decision as to what needs saving!
Class Work
1. Read “Saving the Songs of the Sea” to see how Jean-Michel Cousteau addresses an environmental issue. Note the persuasive techniques and examples he uses.
2. Take five-ten minutes to summarize An Inconvenient Truth – opinions do not play a part of a summary – stick to what was – it does not matter if you agree with Mr. Gore or disagree.
3. Take a look at A. O. Scott’s critique of the film. How does Scott evaluate the movie as a whole, Mr. Gore, use of images, use of graphs, content?
4. Do you agree with Scott? Is An Inconvenient Truth a necessary film?
5. Read a critique of the new movie Amelia. Note what other items can be mentioned in a critique.
Homework
1. Write your own critique of An Inconvenient Truth. Bring the draft to class on Monday. It should be no longer than two double-spaced pages.
2. Make your final decision as to what needs saving!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Startling New Suggestion
"Climate Change: Time to Eat Fido"
http://www.theweek.com/article/index/102445/Climate_change_Time_to_eat_Fido#
A startling new book claims that pet dogs are more harmful to the environment than SUVs - should we listen? Take a look at this article and decide.
http://www.theweek.com/article/index/102445/Climate_change_Time_to_eat_Fido#
A startling new book claims that pet dogs are more harmful to the environment than SUVs - should we listen? Take a look at this article and decide.
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