Weekly Schedule

How do I use this page?

This page is for planning and organizing the class, but will use Moodle as a dropbox for major assignments you complete.
Check here for what should be done before class (readings, etc.).
Check this page for what you should bring to class.
Don't wait until the night before class to check here.
Please submit major assignments to Moodle, but do not rely on Moodle for due dates and planning.
Sometimes things will be added or changed! So check early and often.

For Tuesday Feb 11 (first day of class!):

For Thursday Feb 13:

Write a paragraph here describing all of your languages--including languages you grew up with, languages you studied in school, etc. Please comment on one classmate's paragraph as well, to tell them what you found interesting, or to ask them questions.
Watch this video clip called "Phone Call" by Key and Peele and listen for the characters' language choices and how they change
Look over the course website and be ready to ask questions about it and the class

For Tuesday Feb 18:

Read "Dark Trees in the Landscape of Love" by Kao Kalia Yang and "Seeds for Seven Generations" by Diane Wilson
As you read, keep track of what elements seem to be common and important in Personal Essays.
Bring whatever materials you prefer for in-class writing

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For Tuesday March 3:

Read your chapter from selected Gustavus History readings in this folder.
Use active reading/skimming skills we practiced--you do not need to read every word or even every paragraph.
Review the upcoming Summary Exercise requirements
Consult this reading as needed about how to write effective summaries
Try to write a summary of your chapter (you can totally do it)
Bring First Draft of Summary Exercise for Peer Review (electronic or paper is fine)