Multigenre Research Paper

Write a multigenre research paper.

10 pieces:

• Cover page
• Epigraph
• Author's Note
• 6 Genres
• Works Cited

Links:
Assignment sheet
Multigenre Map
Frequently asked questions
Wanted: Multigenre Teacher - example from Mr. Nelson
Citation Resources: Easybib, Citation Machine, MLA Style Guide

Paper due 2/10
50 points

Slam Poetry

Some poetry is meant to be read. Some poetry is meant to be heard.

Click here to watch some poetry videos
Notes about Slam Poetry 
13 Tips for Performing Poetry

Start writing some drafts in your journal (p. 45 & 46). Then read/perform in front of the class.

Due Friday, 1/23

Critical Thinking

What is Critical Thinking?
Critical Thinking - a complicated explanation
Three kinds of thinkers - a simpler explanation
Another video about critical thinking - a college explanation
Yet another video about critical thinking - ProCon.org

Let's Practice:
The Whole Picture (Big Bad Wolf) - multiple perspectives

What Would You Do? (Bike Thief)

The Other Wes Moore
Racism Ends Forever
America in 4 minutes
Old Spice Commercial

Monster (Walter Dean Myers)

Schedule:
12/1- (p. 43)
12/3- (p. 88) Anticipation Guide
12/5- (p. 126)
12/9- (p. 159)
12/11- (p. 200)
12/15- (p. 243)
12/17- (p. 281)
12/19- Jury Duty

*If you miss class, you can check out a book from the writing lab (608)

Links:
Racism Ends Forever - YouTube
Driving While Black - New York Times, Rick Reilly article
Critical Thinking - YouTube
The Whole Picture (Big Bad Wolf) - The Guardian
Am I Suspicious? - Howard University
Beyond Scared Straight (Let Him In)  - A&E
Beyond Scared Straight (Ready to Swing) - A&E
Monster Characters

Position Paper

Assignment: Write a two-page paper taking a clear position on an arguable, researchable topic. 

Checkpoints

1. Choose a topic: 10/29
2. Create a Works Cited page: 11/4
3. Write a thesis statement (+ notes): 11/6
4. Write the intro paragraph: 11/12

Paper due Tue. 11/18 - 30 points

Links: 
Opposing Viewpoints - (password: knights)
Thesis Statement - UVU handout (new!)
Examples of Thesis Statements
Intro Paragraph - hook, background information, significance, thesis
Works Cited - example
Writing a thesis statement - Watch Mr. Nelson figure it out
MLA In-Text Citations - UVU handout
MLA Works Cited - UVU handout
Citation Resources: Easybib, Citation Machine
Feedback - actual feedback I gave to a student on her opening paragraph
Notes/Suggestions - feedback on your opening paragraphs

Little League Argument

Your assignment is to write a paper in which you take a clear position concerning the purpose of little league sports. We will be discussing the incident that occurred a few years ago in the PONY league championship between the Yankees and Red Sox. See the list of articles below:

• Reilly - Sports Illustrated
• Cabrero - KSL
• Garber - ESPN
• Letters to the editor

Although you will be responding to this particular incident, I want you to frame your argument around the larger question: what is the purpose/value of little league sports? Your paper should include at least three reasons that support or defend your position. Your paper should be organized and well developed.

Due 10/14 (completed in class)

Links:
Thesis Examples
Thesis Statement - UVU handout
Help developing a thesis statement
More help developing an academic argument
They Say, I Say - Tips on how to use other opinions to support your own.
Totally like whatever, you know? - Taylor Mali

Speak Final Project

The final project consists of three parts:

• Connect (10 points): One page (typed) connecting your word to other media.
• Art (10 points): Create a piece of art exploring your word.
• Paper (10 points): One page (typed) connecting your word to the book.

30 points

Due: 9/30 (A)

Links:
Speak Final Project - assignment handout
Speak Matrix - Excel document with ideas and page numbers
Examples

More questions? Read the comments below.