Joining Openlab, Posting to Openlab, and Dominant Impression
Hi Class,
Here is an example of a picture that I took and my description:
Manhattan-Stonehenge, 2011, Sean Scanlan
I took this picture in the early spring of 2011. The shot is of the sun as it is framed by skyscrapers on either side of E. 21st St., looking West, of course. The sun is setting and seems perfectly centered by the “cliffs” or buildings. I was walking with my friend, Tom, and on our way to play ping-pong at a place called Spin, which is a few blocks north of Union Square. What is so interesting about the picture is that the lens created the effect of all the red circles, I never saw them until after clicking the shutter. The red is overwhelming, but I can still make out the street scene. At first, I did not like the white car on the right side, but after further reflection, I liked how it adds perspective and the illusion of speed. Lastly, the lens also created the effect of a bright slash that goes through the street, straight down. I like that “sword” as it bisects the frame.
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How to Sign up, Join, and post a photo:
STEP 1: Here is a link to help you set up an account on Openlab.
https://openlab.citytech.cuny.edu/blog/help/signing-up-on-the-openlab/
STEP 2: Here is a link that will help you join my class.
 https://openlab.citytech.cuny.edu/blog/help/logging-in-to-the-openlab/
The shortcut to step 2 is that you should click on the menu tab labeled “Course Profile” on this website, then go to the right side and click join now.
STEP 3: Posting a photo.
https://openlab.citytech.cuny.edu/blog/help/adding-images-to-your-site/
To add your description, just type inside the box underneath the image that you have posted. Be sure to click the blue “Update” button on the right side of the page.
If you have any questions, please email me. As a last resort, I can post your photo and description if you email it to me…please keep the size of the photo under 1 megabite.
Best,
Prof. Scanlan
ps. Description: An Example
Here’s a description of a store:
“It was a narrow room, with a rather high ceiling, and crowded from floor to ceiling with goodies. There were rows and rows of hams and sausages of all shapes and colors–white, yellow, red, and black; fat and lean and round and long–rows of canned preserves, cocoa and tea, bright translucent glass bottles of honey, marmalade, and jam; round bottles and slender bottles, filled with liqueurs and punch–all these things crowded every inch of the shelves from top to bottom. “
-Thomas Mann
What is the dominant impression of this scene?
Hi Class,
Remember: we do not meet on Tuesday, Oct 15th.
For Thursday, October 17th, we will turn in Essay 2. In a folder, please bring:
1. all drafts
2. final draft
3. peer review sheet: it must be filled out before you turn in your essay. A friend, classmate, or family member can help. But you cannot fill it out yourself.
4. assignment detail sheet
Also: please spend time reviewing your essay to make sure that most of the simple typos are fixed. How to do this?
1. Read your essay out loud to catch mistakes and missing words. This method also helps to catch problems with flow.
2. Have a friend or classmate read your essay. Exchange papers and help each other.
3. Read backwards. This sounds funny, but it is very effective. Start at the end of your essay, and read each sentence in reverse order.
Cheers,
Prof. Scanlan
Hi Class,
Item 1: The Essay 2 assignment details are up. Go to the Assignments menu tab.
Item 2: Do you know how to push your City Tech email into your Gmail or Yahoo account? This might make life easier for you! Ask me.
Best,
Prof. Scanlan
Hi Class,
For Tuesday, Journal 3 is due: Remember this is an email journal assignment. Read the assigned essays from our textbook, and then send me an email on your favorite article. Make sure to include: subject line, greeting, body, signature.
Cheers,
Prof. Scanlan
Hi Class,
I hope that your editing and revising is going well. I’ve updated the weekly schedule, so please take a look at that when you get a chance.
Best,
Prof. Scanlan
Hi Class,
Remember, we have a quiz over the four readings in our textbook on Tuesday, Sept. 17th. See the weekly schedule for  the names of the authors.
Best,
Prof. Scanlan
Hi Class,
1. Bring your textbook to class
2. Read and take notes on Howard Gardner’s essay in our textbook, 111. Write down any questions that you might have on this reading.
3. Read and take notes on Steptoe’s and Wallis’s essay in our textbook, page 117. Write down any questions that you might have on this reading.
4. In your notebook, briefly describe the differences between “A” work and “B” work, as outlined in the English department outline that handed out in class.
Best,
Prof. Scanlan
Hi Class,
For Tuesday, Sept. 10, please remember the following:
1. Bring the textbook to class (3rd edition of The Place Where We Dwell)
2. Print/reread Asimov’s essay “Intelligence” and in your notebook write a brief description, or summary, of each paragraph. One sentence is fine.
3. Print/read Salvatore Scibona’s essay “Where I Learned to Read.” Write Journal #2: Â one page on what makes this essay good. The link for this essay can be found in the Readings menu tab.
Best,
Prof. Scanlan
Hello Students of section 5363!
This site will grow and develop during the semester, just like you will grow and develop as critical readers and writers.
If you have any questions, please let me know via email:
sscanlan@citytech.cuny.edu
The course policy and syllabus are located in the Policy menu bar. Take some time to look around our course site; we will refer to it often.
Best wishes,
Prof. Scanlan
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