English 2

Book Selection for Assignment

  • Instructions: Choose any book, provided it is not a textbook for another class.

  • Examples of acceptable genres:

    • Murder mystery

    • Biography

    • True crime

    • Graphic novel

Submission Details

  • Frequency: Every Thursday, with specific exceptions:

    • Not during the week of spring break

    • Not during the last week of class

    • Total of 12 submissions required

  • Formatting Requirements:

    • Printed out on one page

    • Double-spaced

    • Font: Times New Roman, size 12

  • Initialing and Collection:

    • Each submission must be initialed by the instructor.

    • Students must keep all submissions until the end of the semester.

    • On the last day of class:

    • Staple all submissions together.

    • Submit them in a pile.

Grading Criteria

  • Assignment Weight: Total of 200 points available for the entire assignment.

  • All or Nothing Assessment:

    • If one submission is missed (e.g., not submitted by the fourth week), the total score becomes 0 points out of 200.

    • Purpose: Acts as an accountability measure to ensure consistent reading and writing practice.

Expectation of Effort

  • Overall Objective: The goal is to engage in independent reading and to produce at least one page of prose each week as part of this assignment.

Addressing Concerns

  • Instructor's Open Invitation: The instructor encourages students to express any questions or concerns they may have regarding the assignment.

  • Anecdotal Note: The instructor hints at a personal challenge related to perceptions of teaching but assures students of commitment to the course material.

Upcoming Activities

  • Next Class Agenda: A documentary will be screened starting Thursday.

  • Specific Topic: The documentary will focus on Charles Manson and a cult involved.

Closing Notes

  • Instructor's Availability: The instructor will remain available post-lecture for students needing assistance or wanting to discuss further.

  • Punctuality Reminder: Students are advised to arrive promptly for the next class at 08:30.