English 1001 Moodle Web Forum |
Moodle Assignments for English 1001The Internet is becoming a primary means of research and the exchange of ideas, and this assignment requires us to consider the possibilities and pitfalls that our increasing dependence on the Internet entails. You will complete the following assignments on the Moodle website designated for Spring 2010 English 1001 at "http://moodle.umn.edu/". Both of the assignments require one initial posting and responses of 50 words minimum to classmates' postings. Favorite poem by Robert Frost. Which poem on the syllabus from the Frost collection is the most interesting? Refer to specific details in the poem in supporting your answer. You must restrict your choice to the poems on the syllabus for this class. (150 word minimum). DUE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH, 2010. Helpful Websites. What is a useful website for researching a topic related to one of the works on the syllabus? (200 word minimum + one link). DUE DATES (CHOOSE ONE):
Sign up in advance for one of the above works on the syllabus. Identify a topic related to the chosen work. Then, find a website that provides useful information that pertains to that topic and that offers you a clearer understanding of that topic. The topic you choose should be something other than the title of the work or the name of the author. Do not use a link to Sparknotes or any similar resource that simply addresses the chosen workthat would be too obvious. The same goes for Wikipedia. Instead, be creative in your choice of topic and think of some new way to approach your chosen work. Clearly identify your topic in the Subject line of your post. By the deadline listed above, post your link with a 200-word commentary that explains why we should find this link helpful. Two basic rules for links:
Respond to classmates' helpful websites. 50 words minimum for each responserespond to postings to each of the above by the following dates to receive credit: DUE MAY 5TH, 2010. Procedure for Accessing Moodle
Grading StandardsYou will receive a grade on this assignment based on the following factors:
This project contributes to three-fourths of your participation grade for this course. |
John D. Schwetman 29 January 2010 |