For all Bands: Documentary Film Assignment continued. You must select a film for analysis by Thursday, 23 December. I will pass around a sheet for sign-up. If you are presenting with others, you will record the names of the group members. Be advised that I will notify you if I deem that the documentary film is inappropriate for classroom use. You will not be permitted to present unless I receive the permission slip signed by a parent.
Monday/Tuesday, 20 and 21 December: "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift- Introduction to the satire.
Wednesday, 22 December: Discussion of Swift's satire and completion of the multiple choice questions. You will "mimic" Swift's satire by writing one of your own.
http://www.bandersnatch.com/how_to_write_satire.htm
Thursday, 23 December: Discussion of the specific requirements for presentation and written response for the Documentary Film Project. Bring all handouts describing the project to class. Presentations will begin on Tuesday, 4 January 2011. I will ask for volunteers first. Then, I will randomly select individuals/groups from names written on index cards.
I expect to see groups practice on Monday, 3 January during 371/2 minutes tutorial. I will open Room 402. PRACTICE! You do not want to embarrass yourself during your presentation. Also, make sure you have downloaded the documentary in a version that will play in a NYC classroom! If you experience difficulties and have to continue on another day, your grade will be reduced one-full letter grade. PRACTICE in the classroom!
