1. Samuel Beckett–(1 page) Research and take notes on our last (last, as in the last author we read this year: Samuel Beckett) author.
2. Theater of the Absurd–(1 page) Research and take notes.
3. Sophomore PBA–Print out and read the sophomore PBA guidelines.
4. Goodreads–Post a comparative thesis.
HW10 due 5/5 (5/6 for 10G): Research and Comparative Thesis
May 1, 2014 By
HW12 due 5/1: Steppenwolf
April 29, 2014 By
1. Steppenwolf–Read the preface! (up to page 22) Annotate as you read (using post its) or after in your notebook!
2. Goodreads
HW12 due 4/7: The Stranger
April 4, 2014 By
1. The Stranger–Complete the novel.
2. Goodreads
3. A Song and a Story
HW10 due 4/7 (4/8 for 10G): Essay Evaluation and Goodreads
April 3, 2014 By
1. Monday, we conclude the discussion of The Death of Ivan Ilyich.
2. We also return to the writing workshop with a holistic evaluation of an Ivan Ilyich essay.
The Death of Ivan Ilyich Essay Evaluation
Over the next several days we will evaluate this essay focusing on evidence, introduction, conclusion, thesis statement and topic sentences (as well as other nuances). You must be sure to print out the rubric (if you have not done so) and bring it into class with the essay.
This weekend, I want you to evaluate the thesis, topic sentences, and use of evidence in the essay. This requires that you read the essay in its entirety before going back to each piece of evidence. You are to write out your thoughts on the essay itself. As you are commenting, you should keep the rubric in mind. For instance, reference the evidence section when evaluating the evidence in the essay.
3. Additionally, you are to type up a summary of my feedback on your last essay. You must use complete sentences in this summary. Post your summary on the class-appropriate thread on Goodreads. I ask that you try and do this as soon (by Saturday if you can) as possible as it will help me greatly in writing your anecdotals.
4. Class Vocab coming this evening.
HW12 due 3/31: The Stranger and Goodreads
March 28, 2014 By
1. The Stranger–Complete Part I of the novel. As usual, you should continue to annotate. Focus your annotations on questions and thematic observations (i.e. absurdity)
2. Goodreads (Spring) The Stranger #2: Shots Fired
- Again, a hearty thanks to all of you! Thanks for the inspiration!
