Wednesday, August 6, 2014

DATE CORRECTION FOR ASSIGNMENT 4

Hey APE's,

Thanks to the students who checked in looking for Assignment 4.  I thought I had posted it July 28th.  Clearly, that did not happen.  Because this was my error, make sure you email the assignment to me no later than 4:00 PM on August 12th.  Feel free to turn it in before hand of course, but make sure it's in no later than 4:00 PM on the 12th.  

Don't forget, finish the whole book by Wednesday, the 13th.  Can't wait to officially meet you all again then!

FINAL SUMMER ASSIGNMENT!

Hey fabulous students:

Great job on your posts for question three!  I did not respond to these, but if you sent it, I received it.  I will begin entering grades for these in the near future.  Don't stress.  If you have done what I asked (applying/referencing Foster's text for that assignment directly to your analysis of the story), you have done great.  If your responses were late, your score will reflect that, but late is better than never.  If you've missed an assignment, go ahead and get it (or them) submitted as soon as possible.

So here's your last summer assignment.  Finish the book, and use what you have gleaned in those chapters to analyze the following story ("Every Day Use" Alice Walker):


http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&sqi=2&ved=0CCoQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffaculty.weber.edu%2Fjyoung%2FEnglish%25206710%2FEveryday%2520Use.pdf&ei=uzr9Ud6HNYmayQGcqYGwAg&usg=AFQjCNEe0lC2H9lAvSoqjhy8dAma7MtyxQ&bvm=bv.50165853,d.eWU


Due Date: August 8th  

Remember, you will be assessed over the entire book the second day of school (August 13th).   Make sure you've read and reviewed by then!

Enjoy the rest of the summer everyone!



Friday, July 11, 2014

Question 3: Due Date July 25th

Hello fabulous students!

First, remember this is ASSIGNMENT 3.  Assignment 2 is due tonight by midnight (See previous posts).

 

By this time, you are more than half way through Foster's reading and have practiced applying some of his techniques.  Hopefully, you feel you're getting the hang of it and are finding it even somewhat enjoyable.  Regardless, your next assignment is to read through chapter 20.  You will use only the material found between chapters 14-20 to analyze Flannery O'Connor's "Good Country People."

Like both of the other stories so far, this one definitely has a good kick at the end.  Sorry.  Couldn't resist.  Keep reading and enjoy your summer! 

(By the way, after this assignment, you only have one more to go!)

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Question 2 Due Tomorrow!

Hey everyone,

Question 2 is due tomorrow at midnight.  So far, I've had great responses; keep it up!  Remember, I'll just let you know I've gotten your response with a quick email.  I'll be posting the third question tomorrow morning, so be sure you're ready with question 2 by midnight tomorrow!

Thursday, June 26, 2014

QUESTION 2: DUE DATE JULY 11

Hey everyone,

Thanks so much for your first responses.  I have responded to all I have received, so if you think you sent one and I haven't responded, resend.  Otherwise, I was pleased with your first efforts.  Keep being specific in your connections to Foster and the text as you apply what you're reading.  From now on, I'll only respond if you're off track in some way.  I may send a "Got it" email, but that will be it.  

Your next assignment is to read through chapter 13 in How to Read Literature Like a Professor, and use ONLY THOSE CHAPTERS (8-13) to analyze "The Rocking Horse Winner" by D.H. Lawerence.  

Some of the these stories may be familiar to you, which is great.  Hopefully, using Foster to analyze something you've already read is illuminating.  

The due date is midnight on July 11.  Remember these count as formative grades and there will be late grades and/or zeros given if the work is late or not completed.  

Enjoy your summer, and keep up the good work everyone!

Sunday, June 22, 2014

Friendly Reminder

Hey APE's--


Just a friendly reminder that your first responses to Question 1 are due at midnight TOMORROW.  So far, I have about 10 responses.  I'm a little concerned, to be honest.  These count as your first grades in the fall, and there will be late grades.  Probably if you're reading this, you've already done the work or are working on it.  Help out your friends by sending them a friendly reminder to check AND follow my blog so you get the updates whenever I post.


I hope you're all having a great summer!  Remember to email your responses by midnight tomorrow if you haven't already!

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Question #1

Hello Fabulous APE students,

You were to have finished reading chapter 7 in Foster's How to Read Literature Like a Professor by now, and your first assignment should show your knowledge of the reading as well as your ability to apply what Foster teaches to a short story of literary merit.  Here's the official assignment:

  • After reading chapter 7, read Ray Bradbury's "The Veldt" (click on the title and you will be directed there). 

  • Using what you've learned after reading Foster, analyze the story.  You must make specific references to the text and Foster's work.  This need not be long or exhaustive.  I'm looking for quality analysis over lots of fluff, but you should do around 2-3 paragraphs.  

  • DO NOT RESPOND TO THE BLOG.  Send all responses to my email:  amy.smith@bpsne.net.  

  • I'd like to see your original ideas, not copies of someone else's.  Do not plagiarize.  That would be a terrible introduction for the course.  

  • I will respond to everyone after the due date to let you know if you're on the right track.  

Speaking of due date, your responses are all due no later than midnight on Monday, June 23rd.  Once you've responded, you should continue reading to the end of chapter 13.  I'll post question #2 no later than the July 1st. You can ask questions here on the blog or send an email directly.