ENG 125 week 1 Discussion 2

  

Ashford 2: - Week 1 - Discussion 2

 

Your initial discussion thread is due on Day 3 (Thursday) and you have until Day 7 (Monday) to respond to your classmates. Your grade will reflect both the quality of your initial post and the depth of your responses. Reference the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for guidance on how your discussion will be evaluated.
 

     

Writing   About Literature

Prepare: Prior to writing your initial   post, read Chapters 1 through 3 of Journey into Literature.

Reflect: As we explored in the “Why Read   Literature?” discussion, literature can provide us with a multitude of perspectives,   ideas, and experiences. Additionally, there is a long tradition of critical   reading and writing about literature (i.e., analyzing literature to seek a   deeper understanding about various interests and concerns). Chapter 2 focuses   on these ideas. Consider why people write and how that writing may benefit   us.

Write: Your initial post should be at   least 200 words in length. The minimum word count does not include   references. In your post, answer the following questions: 

• Why might a writer feel        compelled to write about literature? How does it benefit us personally        and/or professionally?
• What kind of writing and        thinking skills do you hope that you will develop in this course based        on the description of writing about literature in Sections 1.1, 2.1, and        2.3 of the text?
• Incorporate readings found in        Chapters 1 through 3 to help illustrate the points you make.

Respond to Peers: Respond to at least two of your   classmate’s initial posts. Each response should be at least 75 words in   length and should address two or more of the following points: 

• Do you agree with your        classmates’ perspectives? Why, or why not? Be specific.
• Ask a specific question to        encourage further discussion on the topic.
• Challenge your classmates’        interpretation of literature and/or point of view.
• Do a small amount of research        and share what you learn with your peers about the topic discussed in        this post.