Week of 9/18

Monday, September 18

• Discussion: Outlining and structuring essays
• Reading(s):
  • “Outlining” (Video 1, 2)
  • “Reflective Essays”
• Feedback Handout(s) based on three Bad Bunny paragraphs:
  • “The Three Common Tenses Used in Academic Writing” – if I commented on verb tense
  • “Word Choice” – if I encouraged more detail-oriented language
  • “Reducing Informality in Academic Writing” – if I noted the use of “I” in academic writing
  • “Run-on Sentences” – if I made note of run-on sentences or breaking up the structure of sentences
  • “Writing Concisely” – if I made note of academic language or sentences that could be cut down
• Homework:
  • Read “Shitty First Drafts” by Anne Lamott and at least one feedback handout
  • Start first draft of Unit 1 assignment (due next Wednesday, 9/27)
    • At least 800 words
    • Think about how details relate to sentences relate to paragraphs relate to essay shapes
    • You are allowed to use materials that you have already written
      • I’m happy to set aside time in office hours if you’d like to go over any of these materials or have any questions about the assignment
  • Extra credit: Go to a Writing Center tutoring appointment for Unit 1 assignment
    • Write a few sentences on strategies discussed
    • Allows one incomplete in-class or homework assignment to be converted to full grade (if you don’t have one, this can be banked)

Wednesday, September 20

• • Discussion: Drafting essays
  • Handout(s):
    • “23 Ways to Improve Your Draft”
  • Homework:
    • Finish first draft of Unit 1 assignment, bring in printed copy to class next Wednesday, 9/27 (double-spaced, twelve-point font)
    • Points available until 10/4 for going to writing center appointment and writing me a few sentences about the strategies you discussed

Next Week

• No class on Monday!
• Library instruction session and peer review on Wednesday