Assignment

Module 02 Written Assignment - Writing From Memory

You will develop a "free write" by choosing one word from the list below. Then you will then fine tune that free write and explain the significance of the memory that was associated with word from the free writing exercise. List of words: summer, dreams, work, food, sun, family, darkness, sky, airplane, knowledge. Part I: Free Write Please choose one word from the list above. You should start out writing whatever comes to your mind regarding that word. Do not focus on spelling, grammar, or any mechanical errors; the point here is to let words pour from you as quickly as they come. You may find yourself veering away from the topic at hand - this is fine because in some ways, that is what this exercise is all about. Once you have filled up one page, you will then stop and analyze what you have written. Part II: Graded Assignment In a 1-page paper, do your best to explain how your chosen word may have sparked the memories that arose from your free writing exercise. Next, explain your thoughts on how those thoughts may have been beyond your conscious control. Lastly, share whether your thoughts were an example of involuntary memory and explain why or why not.