My 1102 student ROCKED their group discussions on "A Rose for Emily." There were really thorough responses as each group answered questions focused on historical, feminist, psychoanalytic, and formalist "lenses" to discuss the story. I think this activity was useful in that it drove home the point that literature can be interpreted differently and that there are multiple views to consider. It also helped alleviate some of the confusion that usually accompanies a more complex story.
The students were very funny about discussing "The Storm." I'll just say that the reactions to the story and the ensuing discussion were mixed.
Today's task: review thesis statments with 1101 and begin pre-writing activities for their first essay.
Other news: MSCTC has linked to the class blogs in a beta version of the newly designed website. How exciting! Can't wait to show the students!
Finally: How cold can it get??? I saw that it is -50 in western ND! I bundled McKenna up so she looked like the character from A Christmas Story. She turns beet red at the lightest breeze, poor thing.
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