Class Work
The Art Gallery is open!
1. Open your slide show on your computer.
2. Half of the room will present while the other half watches, listens, and takes notes. We will switch off speaking/listening parts several times while the gallery is open.
3. When you are speaking, you should be addressing:
Looking at Art
· What is the title of the work? How does the title help you to understand the message? What is the message?
· How does this work relate to your topic? Discuss.
· What is the most obvious image in the work. To where is your eye drawn?
· Look at the colors. Are they symbolic? Would the message be different if the colors were different? Explain.
· Study the shading and shadowing. How do these elements impact the overall message?
· How do the lines and angles impact your eye as you study the work?
· Who is the artist? When was the work created? Is the artist's message about a specific event in history? What was going on in the world when the work was created? Is the art universal - speaks to people of all times and in all places, or is it limited to the audience for whom it was created.
· How does the work relate to us in 21st century America?
4. While you are listening, you need to take notes. (Sheet provided.)
5. Submit your notes at the conclusion of the activity.
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Preview of coming attractions!
Technology – Friend or Foe?
For this essay, you are writing to convince the opposition. Consider
the dangers and advantages of technology. For this essay, you must pick a side. Think of this essay as a
debate on paper. You must know what the opposition thinks, but you do not
support that point of view.
I.
Introduction –
a.
Identify the specific technology you will be
discussing – cell phone, computer, automobile, dishwasher, microwave, GPS, video
games, etc.
b.
Capture the attention of the audience in the
normal way with startling statistics, an interesting anecdote, a quotation from
an expert, lines from a song or poem, a thought provoking question, etc. In
short, make sure that what you say makes the reader want to know more.
c.
In addition, state your thesis – make your point
of view clear! (Some of you may be taking a creative approach. See me if this
is the case.)
II.
The body of the paper will do several things –
a.
Convince the reader that they either need or do
not need the technology.
b.
Provide a brief history of the specific
technology you plan to discuss. What was life like before its invention? When
was it invented? How has it evolved? What is its story?
c.
Provide clear evidence to support your point of
view. You must have proof from at least four of the following:
i.
At least three experts/sources. You may use the
articles studied in class and articles that specifically relate to your chosen
technology.
ii.
A current news source such as a newspaper or
magazine article or news cast.
iii.
An interview with at least one user.
iv.
A personal anecdote.
v.
Lines from literature – poem, short story, or
novel. “There Will Come Soft Rains” and
“The Veldt” were studied in class. You may use other SciFi literature.
vi.
A work of art
vii.
Strong statistics from an expert source.
The body of the paper will be
several paragraphs in length.
III.
Conclusion –
Wrap it up for the readers. Leave them with a call to action to either
give up or get the gadget you are supporting. Be sure they know why they need
or do not need one. Consider:
a.
Convenience
b.
Cost
c.
Safety
d.
Environmental impact
e.
Impact on society
f.
Ethical concerns
Homework
By Thursday, you need to determine your topic and decide if you are for or against the use of the gizmo or gadget.
You also need to locate at least 3 articles related to your topic. Feel free to use the information available in our own EMCC library either on-line or in person. http://www.estrellamountain.edu/library Other Internet or paper sources are also acceptable.
Create an annotated bibliography of your sources. Remember, EasyBib is your friend! Of course, other citation helps are also "friendly." (MLA Style)
Here are some tips:
Examples:
