Intellectual Property Rights

Hey, Guys.

Since one of our groups did the project on the rights we sign away without knowing it, and since on a larger scale this is what happened to Henrietta, I thought I'd throw this at you--and besides, probably good to know--Instagram has decided they can sell your photos without your knowledge or consent.

Dude.

Instagram

Spring

Hey, Guys.

Right now, I don't have an English 24 in the Spring.  My schedule still might change, and if so I will let you know here on the blog.

I still have 2 English 24's in the Winter (that won't change), and that information is still here on the blog.

But here's another option.  I am teaching English 40, which is short fiction.  It meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 M/W.

It's 3 credits, and would meet any humanities requirements you have (check with your advisers to be sure what you need, and how many credits).  Although English 24 will still be a requirement for you.

It'll be a blast.  (For those of you who aren't tired of me.  :)

Numbers:
ENG40 Section: E01L Code: 2622, CunyFirst: 8994-10

Just an idea.

Notes from Today

Citations

So and so stated “Quote” (Hunt 3).

Works Cited

page

Punctuation inside for not-citations

Article titles “In Quotation Marks”

In “Someone’s Title,” they state

Hyphens

however always surrounded by punctuation

No extra space between paragraphs

Capitalize all major words in a title

So a quote that stood out for me…

So as transition (or well, as a transition)

You

“Here’s a quote from a text where someone says ‘Hey’ and you quoted this whole phrase” (Hunt 2).

“’Hey’”

Ellipses …

[…]

Classical Argument Evaluation

Evaluation of Essay 3 (Classical Argument)

Essayist:__________________________

Title:  Does your title forecast the issue or problem your essay e amines and make  readers want to read on?

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Introduction:  Engaging and compelling? 

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Background?  Is this background clear and complete?  Does it set up the reason for the argument?

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Argument: 

Did the author include a clear point and argument supporting that point? 

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Are there 2-3 quotes per paragraph that support the author’s argument?

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Counter-argument:  Does the author include a counter-argument that acts as a “nod” to the other side of the argument? 

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Rebuttal:  Does the author then rebut (or counter the counterargument) with strong, convincing argument?

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Conclusion:   Is it stylized?  Does it end profoundly?

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Mechanics and Style:

Does the author provide enough transitions to help the reader see how points are connected?

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Are there enough Level #1 examples to illustrate and support your ideas (facts, quotations, statistics, anecdotes from your own experiences. . .).

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Style:  Is there a sense of voice in this writing?  Is there a personality behind the writer, or, does this read like textbook writing?

 Exceptional_______              Proficient__   _____                Needs Work__ ____

The author's writing demonstrates careful editing with attention to stylistic choices such as use of strong verbs, use of attributive tags, strategic use of punctuation and unified paragraphs.  Writer uses logos, pathos, and ethos to give their writing depth.

 Exceptional_______              Proficient___   _____              Needs Work_

Careful use of attributive tags and in-text citations: 

Does the author introduce borrowed words or ideas by using attributive tags?  Are all borrowed words and facts noted with in-text citations with the page number? 

 Exceptional__ _____             Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Works Cited: 

a.        Is it in proper format? 

Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

b.       Is the text hanging? 

Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

c.        Is it in alphabetical order?

Proficient__   ______              Needs Work__ ____

Classical Argument Norming Session Essays

Hey, guys.

Here's 2 Classical Arguments examples for you to be inspired by:

Classical Argument 1

Classical Argument 2

Groups and Your Topics!

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

Video Essay Groups

Group 1:  Harassment by media

Elise

Chavah

Kylie

Artem

Group 2:  Privacy Rights

Linhen

Danielle

Mina

Sean

Group 3:  Education and success

Brandon

Tommy

Fabiola

Katherine

Group 4:  Unethical Experimentation

William

Nessa

Maritza

Victoria

Group 5:  Unknown stuff

Jane

Sergiy

Sadaf

Eglontina

Group 6:  Lawyer Jargon, Things we sign

Finessa

John

Vladyslav

Kamilla

Classical Argument Final Essay

We'll discuss video essays and Henrietta on Wed, and have video essays due December 13.  The classical argument essay you'll email to me for the final time (whenever that is).  :)

From among the topics we've discussed, choose one that you have something to say about, something you can develop a prove-able point and argument around.

Classical Argument Format:

Introduction: Stylized and Dazzling

Background: Background information, historical information, groundwork (What is the basis of this argument?)

Argument: Probably 2 solid paragraphs

Counter-Argument: a nod to the other side, usually a paragraph

Rebuttal: countering-the counter argument "They have good points, but I'm still right because..." your best arguments should go here.

Conclusion: Stylized and Dazzling

Works Cited Page

You are required to incorporate 1-2 quotes per body paragraph, and have at least 3 different sources.  

Sick Professor

Guys.  I am sick.  I am so sorry.

I won't be at school Tuesday.  But I have an assignment for you.

Make a list of 5 ideas for topics for your video essays based on Henirietta and her Immortal Life.  :)

Make sure that your topics have some angle, some perspective that you respond to.  In other words, make sure you're PROVING something with your essay, don't just tell me what the book says.  Don't just summarize.

Let's assume due date for Video Essays is the last day of class.  December 13.

We'll discuss more and more fully when I see you Wed.

We do have the lab in M-110 reserved tomorrow if you want to work in there.

Remember to have finished reading The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by the time I see you again, and start reading Never Let Me Go  so we can get that finished, too.

Sorry again.

Grammar Exercises!

1.)  Hyphens!

2.)  Main page of Online Exercises

Practice the Comma splices section, the fragments section, and the apostrophe section.  Then practice more at your leisure until 2:45.  :)

Examples of Video Essays

My students made this for my class:

Tobacco Advertising

One from Dr. Wesch's class at Kansas:

A Vision of Students Today

And... the newest responses:

Vision 2011

Just for fun:

Dove Evolution

For Tuesday 11/27

Hey!

Tomorrow we're in the computer lab M-110. 

For Wed, be sure to have read about Henrietta up to (and including) CH 20.  For TH, reading up to (and including) CH 30.  :)

For Monday's Discussion

Be prepared to analyze and discuss this article for Monday 11/26:

Men Are Too Emotional

Happy Thanksgiving!

For Monday

Complete the ATS, but I'm not collecting it.  :)

Predicting Addiction

Cancelled!

Guys! School is closing ASAP. So, if you get this, don't come. Sorry!

Today, Wed

Hey, guys.

The weather is already worse than I expected, So I'm worried about you guys trying to make it to school. If it's a difficulty at all, please take care of yourselves first.

If you do show, I'll have snacks. :)

Some Due Dates

Please turn in personal narratives as soon as possible.  Final deadline:  Nov.  15, 11:59pm.

Essay 2, Compare and Contrast, due Monday, November 26, 11:59pm.

Norming Session Essays for essay 2 will be posted soon.

Good to see you today, everyone.  :)  Take care of yourselves, and if you need resources, please use what's available to you from KBCC.  

ALL the Info for Essay 2

Compare and Contrast two writers, based on their writing and ideas.

Using readings choose 2 articles that inspire you to discuss both the craft of how they write, as well as the ideas they express through their writing.

You will analyze their writing, based on our questions from the analysis think sheet. You will analyze their ideas using the skills you've gleaned in discussion.

Whose essay is written better to express their ideas? Whom do you agree with more? Why?

General outline:
Intro
Compare Rhetoric
Compare Ideas
Which is written more effectively
Conclusion

Compare and Contrast Organization

For example… Jane Austen’s Heroine Qualities
Sassy & Traditional

Elizabeth (P&P)

Emma (Emma)

Paragraph 1
Elizabeth and Emma, Sassy

Paragraph 2
Elizabeth and Emma, traditional

OR

Paragraph A
Elizabeth is sassy and traditional

Paragraph B
Emma is sassy and traditional

For YOUR essays:

Option 1:

Paragraph 1: Essay 1 Ideas and Rhetorical Critique (or Rhetorical and Ideas Critique)

Paragraph 2: Essay 2 Ideas and Rhetorical Critique (or Rhetorical and Ideas Critique)

Paragraph 3: Discussion of the essay you feel is most successful and why

OR

Option 2:

Paragraph 1: Discuss Essay 1 and Essay 2 rhetorically (or ideas)

Paragraph 2: Discuss Essay 1 and Essay 2 ideas (or rhetorically)

Paragraph 3: Discussion of the essay you feel is most successful and why

Don’t forget stylized intros and conclusions. :) Woo to the hoo.

Evaluation of Essay 2 (Compare and Contrast)
Essayist:__________________________

Title: Does your title forecast the issue or problem your essay examines and make readers want to read on?

Exceptional__ _____ Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____



Introduction: Engaging and compelling?

Exceptional__ _____ Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____


Ideas Critique: Clear, objective, analytic discussions of the ideas and purpose of both essays.

Exceptional__ _____ Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____

Rhetorical Critique: Detailed analysis of the writing: including style, rhetoric, ethos

Exceptional__ _____ Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____

Evaluation: Consideration of which essay is more successful at convincing the reader, and why

Exceptional__ _____ Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____


Conclusion: Is it stylized? Does it end profoundly?

Exceptional__ _____ Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____

Mechanics and Style:

Does the author provide enough transitions to help the reader see how points are connected?


Exceptional__ _____ Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____


Are there enough Level #1 examples to illustrate and support your ideas (facts, quotations, statistics, anecdotes from your own experiences. . .).

Exceptional__ _____ Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____

Style: Is there a sense of voice in this writing? Is there a personality behind the writer, or, does this read like textbook writing?

Exceptional_______ Proficient__ X _____ Needs Work__ ____

The author's writing demonstrates careful editing with attention to stylistic choices such as use of strong verbs, use of attributive tags, strategic use of punctuation and unified paragraphs. Writer uses logos, pathos, and ethos to give their writing depth.

Exceptional_______ Proficient___ X _____ Needs Work_

Careful use of attributive tags and in-text citations:

Does the author introduce borrowed words or ideas by using attributive tags? Are all borrowed words and facts noted with in-text citations with the page number?


Exceptional__ _____ Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____



Works Cited:


a. Is it in proper format?

Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____


b. Is the text hanging?

Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____


c. Is it in alphabetical order?

Proficient__ X ______ Needs Work__ ____

Tuesday

Hey, guys.

Hope to see everyone tomorrow. I will be at school, so wait for me, even if I'm a little late because of any craziness.  I will be there!  With snacks.  See you Tuesday.

Transitions

Hey, you guys.  Hope all of you are well.

Many of you are using the word "So" to transition from thought to thought or sentence to sentence.  While this is ok when we speak, it's not very sophisticated when we write.  Here's a list to help you as we begin to work on your second drafts.

Transition Words

Looks like I'm supposed to see you Tuesday!  Won't that be nice.  Take care.

A Little Food for Thought

I want us to discuss this at some point, and am tired of keeping it open in my browser.  Culture Wars

Hope everyone is doing ok.  I've been worried.  See you soon.