January 27
The instructor introduced herself and went over her background in communication. Members of the class were paired up and they interviewed each other and wrote an introduction for their partner. Each person introduced their partner to the class.
We then discussed the book and the workbook.
We read the syllabus in class.
The instructor then handed out a list of films and media theories. She asked students to review the list and come to the next class with a first, second, and third choice for their paper. The paper will discuss a media theory and apply it to the interaction of the characters in the film.
Students were advised to obtain a usage guide (Hacker is suggested). Most people will not have to purchase one, as they have their Hacker guide from ENG101/102. Any usage guide will do as long as it contains information on APA.
Next class:
a) Purchase the book and workbook. Students who have the book can get started on Chapter 1 in the book and in the workbook.
b) Obtain a style guide with an APA section in it
c) Get a computer account with IT
d) Get a library card for access to the databases
Note to 128 students: If you want to find out more about the class, put "128" in the search engine on this page and it will turn up 128 posts from last year. The posts will give you more information about this class and what we do.
