From the informational text that you have chosen, select 3-4 vocabulary words to be focused on within the lesson plan that you began in Topic 1. You may use this lesson for your mini-unit that will be due in Topic 6.  Add your vocabulary words under “Key Vocabulary” on the “Academic Language” template.  From the 12 academic language functions in your required reading, select one […]

This discussion will help you understand the different ways that research can be presented based on varied approaches (quantitative, qualitative, and mixed method). The text also covers extensive writing tips in regard to scholarly writing which can be useful to help you reflect and develop your own scholarly writing in coursework which requires research. A second aim of the discussion is to ouch on the […]

Juan Dahlmann, the main character in “The South” is a man who has particular pride in his grandfather, Johannes Dahlmann and his Argentinian culture. Juan has inherited his grandfather’s ranch that he dreams of fixing up and living in, however he works in a library and leads a dull life, with the exception of all of the adventures he reads in the books at the […]

There are various instances of symbolism in The South. The first symbol that is brought out clearly is the sky. The image of the darkening sky can be used to symbolize the slow nature that his reality was fading away and getting lost (Rodríguez-Monegal, 1973). Thing started becoming less real. When Dahlmann got his first needle injection, he remembers all the fine details but soon […]

This is a poem about what it feels like to be Asian in the United States of America.  The reason for writing this poem is because of some testimonies I have heard from Asians in America concerning the various situations they face. For instance, one of them pointed out how they received preferential treatment right from the airport the first day they landed.  Besides, their […]

The purpose of the World Literature I Research Project is to further the student’s understanding of the correspondence between the history of the culture and literary texts.  In this project, the student is required to utilize the texts in World Literature I and draw connections between the content of the texts and the historical commentary therein.  Further, the student is required to use exterior materials to the textbooks to […]

Choose ONE of the key words below and develop an essay around the word you have chosen in relation to Coetzee’s “Disgrace”. • transition • power • gaze • redemption Your essay should convince your readers of the validity of your analysis of Coetzee’s novel. In your essay you should demonstrate how the author builds his narrative around the “key word” you have chosen (to […]

Week 4, discussion prompt option 4: Media and Bias The media we consume affects us, but we also affect it. Most people think that they perceive truth objectively, as it is. However, we all see things from a point of view. Furthermore, people tend to seek media that supports their points of view. This can serve to further entrench us in a more narrow way […]

 Semester reflection essay. In this essay, I want you to share with me what were the most significant learning experiences. Not the best or the worst experiences, but the most significant learning experiences that relate to the course goals (close-reading, building connections, reflecting on values). In your concluding two paragraphs, discuss how you see Humanities Literature helping you to be a better student and professional. […]

Create an imaginary short science fiction story based on The Plague during the Black Death in 1350 (the Middle Age). The plot should take place in Florence, Italy, where many people suffered the misfortune of this plague, and the city was covered with the mantle of death. The setting of your story must take place in that era. You will need to research the epoch […]