Writing 3 Class Notes -- Week 15 (December 12)

Greetings!

Wow!  This class has been amazing!  I have been so blessed to lead them as they have done the hard work of writing their Research Papers.  Writing a thesis-driven research paper is no easy task.  Pat your kids on the backs because they've all done a wonderful job.  I will be reading the papers over Christmas break and will mail them out to the students.

For our last class, we squeezed in 5 wonderful presentations.  Kirsten talked about Walt Disney and his journey to develop the iconic Disney Studios.  Samuel spoke respectfully of Ronald Reagan and his legacy.  We heard about gun laws, gun control, and the Second Amendment from David.  Christie explained the background and historical roots of mime and pantomime. And Brit shared his knowledge of Japanese history and culture.  Over the course of the semester, each of these students has become experts in their chosen topics in the process of gathering information.  In addition, they've also written very good papers.  Be proud of them!!

As I said, I will read, comment on, and grade the papers during break.  Since this is a one semester class, I may not see some of you again.  (Of course, you can always take the British Literature class for the second semester.)  If I don't see you, let me tell you that it has been a privilege to work with you in your writing process. 

Please send me your mailing address so that I can mail the papers to you.  

Have a wonderful Christmas!

Tammy Prichard

Writing 3 Class Notes -- December 5 (Week 14)

Greetings!

We had a great class today.  We're just one week away from being completely done, and I want o commend these hard-working students for being so diligent.  The presentations began this week, and the papers are due next week.

We had 3 presentations this week.  Harrison gave us a wonderful presentation of his research about Apple computers and how this single company has changed the world.  Harison gave great explanations and fielded the questions expertly.  

Our next presentation was by Josh.  He spoke clearly and enthusiastically about Jackie Robinson and how he changed the baseball world by being the courageous first black professional baseball player.  

Our final presentation was given by Ben.  He was flexible enough to alter his presentation to fit the shortened time allotment.  He gave a great explanation of different types of theologies, explaining the distinctions between them.

Next week, we will hear from Christie, Kirsten, David, Brit, and Samuel.  Because we will be fitting more into that day, we decided as a class that it would be good to also use the lunch time.  Students, please come to class at 12:10 so that we can begin 20 minutes early.  If this doesn't work, please let me know.

Assignments for Next Week:

-- Final touches on your paper.  Bring the finished product to class!

-- Be prepared for your presentation.

This week's blog:  Class Notes

Looking forward to next week!

Mrs. Prichard