Monday, September 29, 2014

Communication Dynamics 128

Fri., Oct. 2, 2014

Workbooks were checked in. We tried a new system online that the instructor devised, but it didn't work, so back to the drawing board.

The instructor stressed to students to read the assignment sheet, as there is an additional assignment beyond reading Ch. 5.

On Monday, however, we will still be working a bit from the fourth chapter. We will be discussing the techniques for communication and handling emotions. We will also cover a portion of Ch. 1.

Wed., Oct. 1, 2014

The instructor showed students how to figure their attendance grade.

We watched the film clips for terms applicable to Ch. 4.

The instructor told students we will check in workbooks on Friday. We will also do an experiential learning exercise.


Mon., Sept. 29, 2014

We started the chapter on experiencing and expressing emotions. Using a .ppt, the instructor spoke about emotions, moods, and the criteria for what research says is necessary for a happy life.

There were two handouts. One was a list of emotions. The other was the five-step technique for telling someone when you are trouble by their behavior or when they do something that causes a problem for you.

Business Communication 122

Fri., Oct. 3

We critiqued student work, specifically, the persuasive e-mail revision.  The instructor showed how to cut down on copy and how to use bullets. When the e-mail is revised we will again look at it.


Wed., Oct. 1, 2014

We discussed how to figure the attendance grade.

We discussed the questions that are due Friday. The instructor answered questions about issues students were having.  She showed how to use the Snip It tool, found in the Windows operating system and also how to find additional proofreader's marks.  In addition, students will find a .pdf of proofreader's symbols at writershelp.  Enter "WritersHelp_RevisionSymbols" in the search engine.

We discussed a question that required the use of the active voice. We read the definition at writershelp and engaged in a 10-question exercise on the difference between active and passive voice.


Mon., Sept. 29, 2014

In preparation for writing the persuasive e-mail, the instruction discussed features and benefits.

ENG 101, MWF

Fri., Oct. 2

Charmaine's essay was read by the class. As a result of reading the essay together, we discussed "foreshadowing." We put a foreshadowing statement in the opening and added a few others throughout the essay. This was the "life lesson." essay.


Wed., Oct. 1

We worked on corrections of papers. The instructor helped students who were having difficulty seeing their paper comments file a ticket with the turnitin.com tech department.


Sept. 29

We listened to the audio of a program about the book Eats, Shoots, and Leaves.  The instructor distributed a handout.

We went over the person consistency worksheet and re-wrote a section or two from Sergio's paper to take it from second person to be consistent with first or third.

At the end of the class, we discussed possibilities for the TV comparison/contrast essay.

Assingments:  See assignment sheet posted on this blog for week of 9/29.

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Writing101-MWF and Sat.

Link to Julia Brady's "I Want a Wife."

The questions at this link will help you understand the essay. You do not have to turn the questions in. They are provided only as an aid to help you in writing your essay.

Sunday, September 21, 2014

Assignment Sheet for Sept. 2-Oct. 4

Assignment Sheet for Week of Monday, Sept. 29, 2014

Writing 101, MWF
Comparison/Contrast:  “Life According to TV”
Due date:  Fri., Oct. 3. Use the writing suggestion on p. 167, 5th ed. Students with 7th edition will receive handout.
Writershelp:  Colon, Semicolon, and Commas:  Read everything under “Quick View:  Colons” to “Unnecessary Colons.” Do the exercise.
Under “Mechanics,” Read everything under “Hyphens with Compound Words” to “Hyphens and URLs.” Do the exercise “The Hyphen.”
Due date:  Fri., Oct. 3

Writing 101, Sat.
Same as 101-MWF, except due date is Sat., Oct. 4.

Assignment for Business Communication 122  
Read Ch. 2, 20-66. Do exercises on pages 67-69.  
Writershelp:  Colon, Semicolon, and Commas:  Read everything under “Quick View:  Colons” to “Unnecessary Colons.” Do the exercise.
Under “Mechanics,” Read everything under “Hyphens with Compound Words” to “Hyphens and URLs.” Do the exercise “The Hyphen.”                                                 


Assignment for Communication Dynamics, 128

Read Ch. 4, “Experiencing and Expressing Emotions,” and do the accompanying workbook Chapter 4.

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Assignments for Week of Sept. 22

Assignment Sheet for Week of Monday, Sept. 22, 2014
Writing 101, MWF
“Catch-up” Assignment for ENG 101
Using the “writing suggestion” at the conclusion of the Samuels “Breaking Down Borders” essay on pp. 342-43 of Common Culture, 5th edition, and p. 322, 7th edition. One page, double-spaced, 12 pt type. Post at turnitin.
Due date:  Fri., Sept. 19
 Definition essay using Julia Brady's "I Want a Wife" as the model
Due date:  Fri., Sept. 26
Commas:  do the comma exercises at writershelp.com for what the previous week’s reading covered (“Quick Help:  Commas” through “Commas to Prevent Confusion.”)  Post a Word document with your scores at turnitin.com
Due date:  Fri., Sept. 26
Writing 101, Sat.
Same as 101-MWF, except due date is Sat., Sept. 27
Assignment for Business Communication 122                                                        
  1. Open an account for yourself at turnitin.com. You will need these numbers:
Class ID:  8678634                     Password:  Technical
  1.  Post your assignment.
Use Microsoft Word or save as a text file in the program of your choice.
Write an e-mail to your employer (real or imaginary) to point out a minor problem at your place of work, such as a scheduling mix-up, inadequate lighting, the need for more storage shelves or files, your inability to perform an assigned task, or an error in your paycheck. Be brief and to the point.
Due date:  Wed., Sept. 24
Write a sales e-mail. The subject line and opening paragraph must include a benefit. You must also include a picture of the product. In the last paragraph, ask for the sale.
Due date:  Friday, Sept. 26
Commas:  do the comma exercises at writershelp.com for what the previous week’s reading covered (“Quick Help:  Commas” through “Commas to Prevent Confusion.”)  Post a Word document with your scores at turnitin.com
Due date:  Fri., Sept. 26
Assignment for Communication Dynamics, 128
Read Ch. 3 “Perceiving Others,” and do the accompanying workbook Chapter 3.

for Oct. 25, 101
Using the “writing suggestion” at the conclusion of Sanneh’s “WORD:  Jay-Z’s ‘Decoded’ and the Language of Hip-Hop,” conduct primary source research using surveymonkey.com. Construct 3-7 questions and get as many responses as you can by using e-mail, Instagram, Facebook, and/or Twitter. You may also use hard copy questionnaires.