Author: Joshua Belknap (Page 1 of 4)

Answer the questions related to the short Michael Corbalis video regarding the mystery of human language.

Is it really true that only humans are capable of true language? If … Read More

Please finish reading Carroll’s “Backpacks and Briefcases: Steps Toward Rhetorical Analysis” and answer the following questions:

1. What are examples of rhetoric that you see or hear on a daily basis?

Please read “Backpacks and Briefcases: Steps Toward Rhetorical Analysis” by Laura Bolin Carroll on Perusall and post three (3) comments and reply to at least three (3) of your classmates’ … Read More

Throughout the semester, we’ve seen people talking about (for example) education in a variety of different genres. In each of these instances, the author is trying to reach a different … Read More

Read the article “Surgeon General Warns That Social Media May Harm Children and Adolescents” on Perusall, and answer the below questions, in detail, after we discuss in class, and then … Read More

Important Dates: Unit 2: 11/11/24, Unit 3 Proposal: 11/18/24 Unit 3 Draft 1: 11/25/24 Final Exam: 12/9/24  Unit 3 Draft 2: 12/16/24.

Let me know if you have … Read More

You and a classmate will interview each other about your respective research project ideas. When you interview your partner, write down their answers to your questions, which you will then … Read More

In keeping with our unit about happiness, read the article “Happiness is a Glass Half Empty” by Oliver Burkeman on Perusall, post at least three (3) comments and respond to … Read More

Please fill out the Plan Week Questionnaire (see QR code on flyer).  There are some good prizes you could win if you complete the survey. … Read More