The regularly scheduled
primary source presentations will form the basis of class discussion. Students have 20 points to earn in this category, meaning that they must either complete one primary source presentations (20 points), or one primary source presentation and one material/digital project (10 points each).
Primary source presentations must be loaded in the Google Drive before class time on the assigned date we begin discussion of the novel and should include the following:
- original publication details
- notable editions, illustrations, adaptations
- pertinent information about the author
- pertinent historical context/timeline
- a series of at least 10 probing questions about the text to generate class discussion
Presenters will be responsible for managing and maintaining class discussion, at least for the first hour.
Reminders:
- All sources must be properly cited using a modified MLA format. Footnotes are allowed when necessary, and external links are encouraged.
- Students are encouraged when working collaboratively to keep good notes on their contributions to the project. These notes will assist in the assessment.
Standing in as an alternative to the standard primary source presentation, the
material/digital project encourages students to construct a digital or material artifact from the period that enhances our understanding of a particular text or cultural element. Results of the project will be displayed the last week of class (31 July) and must be accompanied by a 1000-word justification. Options abound in this category. Those wishing to exercise this option must provide an abstract of their project by week four (21 June).
