The Great Gatsby assignment: You will need to read the novel and complete the study questions; have those ready to turn in at the end of the first week of class. These questions will help you follow the plot of the story and study for a plot-based test on the novel. This test will be given after the first week of school. In addition, you will be assigned a character analysis essay, so you will need to make notes of key descriptions and quotes related to one of the main characters as you read the novel this summer. I suggest that you do this assignment in August so that the material will be fresh in your mind as we will begin the year will a discussion of this novel.
Although I hadn’t yet become comfortable writing about my past during the first few quarters of school, I enjoyed writing for academic growth. I enjoyed analyzing and debating the issues, reflecting on books we had read, or just journaling my thoughts about the day. It wasn’t until my second year at Evergreen that I was able to revisit some of my past experiences and childhood memories by writing a required memoir for one of my classes. This process was very difficult, and I found myself re-writing over and over again. The experience, although very painful has sparked a desire in me to tell my life
US History Exam Study Guide-I suggest that you purchase this text at the beginning of the school year. In the past, students found the REA book to be very helpful when studying for the unit tests and the final exam. You will also need the study guide to prepare for the A.P. Exam Spring Semester. Class
I chose the book Bomb: The race to build and steal: The most dangerous weapon. In choosing a book for summer reading, I read all the summaries of the selection given to my freshman English class. One of the major deciding factors for me was interested. Being able to read a book that can hold on to your interest. I enjoy watching the History channel and have often found interest in past event with armed forces, so when reading this summary I found it caught my attention, the story revolved around the war.
Action Reading Program Debra Woods Phonics Based Reading & Decoding EDU 371 Instructor: Sandra Harley September 14, 2011 Action Reading Program Action Reading program is a phonics-based program designed to assist teachers with effective methods of reading instruction. The purpose of this program is to allow students or adults a way to enhance their skills of reading. The idea behind this program is to help develop a passion of reading. I am a student at Ashford University, and currently I am taking a class called Phonics Based Reading and Decoding. This course had provided me with the opportunity to teach this program effectively to students within five weeks.
Start something that matters book review Every year Missouri State University selects a ‘common reader’ for the incoming freshman that relates to the schools Public Affairs Mission that year and this year they selected Blake Mycoskie’s “Start Something That Matters”. This book illustrates the struggles and hardships of creating a business as well as the story behind the best selling shoe; TOMS. When I first heard that we were reading Blake’s book I was a bit skeptical as to why it is important for me to read and how this would fit in with MSU’s Public Affairs Mission but I soon realized that this book not only was important for me to read but it also was a perfect fit with MSU’s Mission. This year’s Public Affairs Mission “Global Perspective: Why It Matters” and Blake really puts it into perspective. He introduces us to the poor Argentinian children who run around all day barefoot and this type of shoe called the alpargata which inspired the creation of TOMS.
Joe Hartline Professor Reavey College Composition I – MW 1:45-3:00 December 12, 2011 Core Value I: Understand that writing is a multi-stage, recursive and social process. Throughout the semester, I grouped up with people of my class and analyzed another student's essay. This was useful as I my essays got evaluated as well, giving me ideas on how to improve my essay. A student wrote that they wanted to hear more of my voice and to elaborate on my opinions. So the first revision I made on my first essay was incorporating my own opinions.
English 105: Introduction to Literature Course Information Spring 2011 Instructor Contact Information Instructor: Jay Keith Office Location: 5-528 E-Mail: jkeith@monroecc.edu Voice Mail/Phone: 292-3281 Office Hours: MWF 9-10; TR 8:30-9:30 and by appointment Course Description An introduction to reading and analyzing these primary genres of literature: fiction, poetry, and drama. The course may also include creative nonfiction. Students will respond critically to readings of different historical and cultural contexts through class discussion and written work. These contexts may include different world views, politics, classes, ethnicity, races, genders, and sexual orientations. Course Learning Outcomes • Demonstrate an ability to recognize and explain the differences among the
Though as children age their imaginary friends become things of their past, many young adults continue to find supportive and mentoring characters in novels, on television programs, and on professional sport teams; the possibilities are endless. Holden Caulfield is his name, and he is the main character in J.D. Salinger’s The Catcher in the Rye. My 9th grade English teacher assigned this novel on the summer reading list for incoming freshmen. I had already heard rumors that this was a great work of literature, but I would have never imagined the impact that this book would have on me.
May 2011 Dear Parents and Students: Your MYP 9th grade Humanities teacher is requiring incoming freshmen to read either Little Brother by Cory Doctorow or 1984 by George Orwell for summer reading, so the students can better prepare themselves for their freshman year. We appreciate and need your support in this endeavor. Students may choose which text they would like to read, and although they are not required to read both, they are more than welcome to do so and it is encouraged. Parents are highly encouraged to read the text, and discuss some major issues or events occurring in our current global society. The required selections are somewhat difficult and deal with mature themes.