Thursday, March 12
MLA web site citations was the subject of the first handout. The instructor went through the "check-off" approach to such citations and then we did a worksheet where we correctly arranged the elements of the citation.
Next we talked about drama. The instructor lectured on the characteristics of comedy/tragedy and other important parts of drama, such as the essential elements of a play (exposition, for example). There was a four-page drama reading handout.
Points 1 & 2 were supposed to be collected, so e-mail them to the instructor at the Comcast address on the syllabus.
To do for next class:
Read the drama handout.
Be prepared for Langan check-in
Watch out for the SMK!
Tuesday, March 10
We learned what plagiarism is and how to bring in sources correctly. The instructor showed a Powerpoint that showed examples of plagiarism and how to write sources into the paper correctly. The presentation also showed examples of famous people who have plagiarized and how it affected their careers.
Next we learned about software that will help in the writing/citation process. The instructor showed how Microsoft Word (latest version) helps by sending up a dialogue box. The software will also compose the Works Cited page. In addition, the instructor showed students the subscription and Web version of Noodlebib. Easybib was also shown.
Finally, we went over some of the exercises in the Langan chapters.
Next class:
Bring points 1 and 2
Be prepared to have Langan chapters 1, 2, 21, 23, 24 for check-in. Points are given for each completed chapter.
We will discuss drama.
