Sunday, August 31, 2014
Friday, August 29, 2014
Profile Essay Topics
Hi, All: I've posted instructions for the Google Drive assignment Due Monday night on the UPCOMING ASSIGNMENTS page. Email me or reply to this post with questions.
Quick suggestion: Think about something you or other people might fear or judge and aim for an essay topic that allows you or your readers to face their fears or ignorance! Those make brilliant essays. Or, look for something really alive with activity and interaction like a public, tourist spot such as a Zoo or State Park. Have fun with it!
Just a quick reminder to check out these links if you are looking for exciting places to profile on campus or near Anderson:
http://www.cityofanderson.com/31/OUR-CITY
http://www.anderson.edu/campus (Look on the left side of this page)
*Remember: No remembered events. Pick places with people and action.
Quick suggestion: Think about something you or other people might fear or judge and aim for an essay topic that allows you or your readers to face their fears or ignorance! Those make brilliant essays. Or, look for something really alive with activity and interaction like a public, tourist spot such as a Zoo or State Park. Have fun with it!
Just a quick reminder to check out these links if you are looking for exciting places to profile on campus or near Anderson:
http://www.cityofanderson.com/31/OUR-CITY
http://www.anderson.edu/campus (Look on the left side of this page)
*Remember: No remembered events. Pick places with people and action.
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
The Rhetorical Situation [Reply before Friday, Win a Prize]
If you are unsure of whether you've got a good handle on "The Rhetorical Situation," try to apply it to the American DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/declaration.html
The first three people who reply to this post with a mostly accurate description of the Rhetorical Situation of the Declaration of Independence will win a really cool PRIZE. In your reply, just tell me a little about the context, the audience, the author, and the topic. And, finally, what perspective the text was trying to "modify" or declare.
Here is a link to the RHETORICAL SITUATION document I handed out today if you've misplaced yours or missed class:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/18495648/RhetoricalSituation.docx
The first three people who reply to this post with a mostly accurate description of the Rhetorical Situation of the Declaration of Independence will win a really cool PRIZE. In your reply, just tell me a little about the context, the audience, the author, and the topic. And, finally, what perspective the text was trying to "modify" or declare.
Here is a link to the RHETORICAL SITUATION document I handed out today if you've misplaced yours or missed class:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/18495648/RhetoricalSituation.docx
Sunday, August 24, 2014
Welcome AU Writers!
Good Morning!
Welcome to Prof. Parks Anderson U. Rhetoric and Composition class blog! On this page, you will SOON find links to the course syllabus, homework assignments, and much more. Be sure to bookmark it and return to it daily for course updates.
As we begin this course together, let me share one thought about writing:
Writing is a skill. It can be learned.
Just like fishing, baking, skateboarding, playing the piano, or hitting a baseball, writing is something that is learned through practice and dedication. I do not buy into the myth that some people are just "born" great writers. While some people might have had certain educational advantages and opportunities that have helped them develop passion and skill for writing, we all have the ability to be good writers, especially when we see writing as a process and as a dialogue. (I'll say more on that topic later).
Throughout this semester, my hope is that you will join with me and your classmates in discovering your voice as a writer. Whether your future is in scientific research, ministry, the music business, broadcasting, flying jets, or teaching Shakespeare, writing effectively and persuasively could mean the difference between your dream career and a not-so-dreamy-career. (See image below)
While you will develop as a writer over your entire college career, this class is meant to get you started off on the right track. I take this responsibility seriously, and I believe in all of you.
My sons, Amaziah and Ezra, also believe in you : )
Welcome to Prof. Parks Anderson U. Rhetoric and Composition class blog! On this page, you will SOON find links to the course syllabus, homework assignments, and much more. Be sure to bookmark it and return to it daily for course updates.
As we begin this course together, let me share one thought about writing:
Writing is a skill. It can be learned.
Just like fishing, baking, skateboarding, playing the piano, or hitting a baseball, writing is something that is learned through practice and dedication. I do not buy into the myth that some people are just "born" great writers. While some people might have had certain educational advantages and opportunities that have helped them develop passion and skill for writing, we all have the ability to be good writers, especially when we see writing as a process and as a dialogue. (I'll say more on that topic later).
Throughout this semester, my hope is that you will join with me and your classmates in discovering your voice as a writer. Whether your future is in scientific research, ministry, the music business, broadcasting, flying jets, or teaching Shakespeare, writing effectively and persuasively could mean the difference between your dream career and a not-so-dreamy-career. (See image below)
While you will develop as a writer over your entire college career, this class is meant to get you started off on the right track. I take this responsibility seriously, and I believe in all of you.
My sons, Amaziah and Ezra, also believe in you : )
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