For this assignment, you will put into conversation the Key Concept readings from this unit (“Latinidad/es” + “Intersectionality”—attached PDFs) and TWO creative nonfiction texts read during this unit listed here (“What We Pack” by Jennine Capó Crucet [attached PDF], “The Armadillo” by Joaquin Fernandez, and “Beach City” by Jaquira Diaz) in a short literary analysis … Read more
Which of the “10 Myths of Reading Instruction” do/did you believe prior to this week’s lessons? How do you plan to adjust your teaching to accommodate the new understanding of reading instruction?
Prompt This is a multistep prompt in which you have to answer each of the questions posed to you. Cú Chulainn has superhuman strength for an adolescent boy, and everyone he faces underestimates his strength and ability to win some rather fierce battles. Although he is portrayed as the hero of this epic, a close … Read more
The tale of Derdriu once again begins with a prophecy of a woman’s birth being the catalyst for the destruction of men and the envy of woman. Prior to her birth, an ominous scream came from her mother’s womb, arousing suspicion and fear in all those who heard it. The druid Cathbad was called upon … Read more
This week we will be practicing interpreting poetry. There are 100s of outstanding poets in history, so it is difficult to narrow down which ones for me to choose this week! Please review the bios and a selection of poems from the following five poets: Rumi Bio: https://www.poets.org/poetsorg/poet/jalal-al-din-rumi (Links to an external site.) Poems: https://www.khamush.com/poems.html (Links … Read more
Prompt This is a multistep prompt in which you have to answer each of the questions posed to you. The story of Derdriu that is told in “Exile of the Sons of Uisliu” is one of great tragedy, but it’s also one of great strength. Discuss the depiction, the representation, and the treatment of Derdriu … Read more
Write a 2-page literary analysis of one of the short stories from the assigned readings for Module 02, explaining how the author used characteristics of modernist literature or dystopian elements to create the dominant theme of the short story. You should include two of the terms used in your Module 02 literary terms exercise, … Read more
we are discussing different types of poetry, and you will try your hand at a short poem about yourself. First, review the following readings about the different types of poetry: A Beginners Guide to Different Types of Poems: https://bookriot.com/2018/05/08/different-types-of-poems/ (Links to an external site.) Poetry Forms: Definitions and Examples: https://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poems/other/ (Links to an external site.) 12 … Read more
This week, we will discuss accents and dialects in literature. The following are a list of potential authors and works you can use for this assignment. I tried to choose works that you might easily find excerpts online. You are not required to use someone from this list, but this is a good range … Read more
Prompt This is a multistep prompt in which you have to answer each of the questions posed to you. First, consider how the Trojan war started, and explain whether or not you think this was a legitimate reason to go to war with someone. What does this reveal about the way men think about and/or … Read more