The Pew Research Center website has some interesting articles dealing with current trends and issues. This site might be a good resource as you think about your next essay.
By the end of the class period you must upload (to groups) a proposal for Essay 3.
Your proposal should:
* Explain the option you are choosing: 1) Joining the Conversation or 2) Trend Analysis. Discuss what issue you will be going into and why you feel this essay option is the best option.
* Let me know what your thoughts are on this issue. If you are joining the conversation, where do you think you will head? Do you have a clear grasp of the original article - will you be able to write a strong summary before deepening the critique/analysis? If you are discussing a trend, how will you be able to not only prove a trend exists but that there is something more important happening (either in causes, effects or implications).
* What other outside research and sources can you cull from? What types of information do you think would be helpful to your argument? What keywords can you search under in an effort to have a broader understanding of the topic?
* Answer the so what question. Why does this issue, trend, article matter to a larger audience? How can you make this significant and important to people of completely different demographics?
* Provide citations and links to articles you are thinking of using, especially the catalyst article if you are choosing option 1.
You will have the class period to work on this proposal, work on your research, nail down your stance and plan for writing the paper.
Looking Forward:
Wednesday, October 30 - Essay 3 proposal uploaded to BB groups by the end of the day.
Monday, November 4 - Write a paragraph response/reaction to each of your group members' essay 3 proposals. Bring these writings to class.
Read:
"Why Women Aren't Funny"
"Who Says Women Aren't Funny"
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