By 5pm Friday, add a “new post” to the blog answering the following two questions:
1. What qualities of Benjamin Franklin’s memoir—still one of the most frequently read autobiographies in the US—make it a compelling narrative? Consider some of the following aspects of Franklin’s writing as well as others that might be of interest to you: his diction (word choice), style, tone, voice, humor, organization, use of examples. You might want to compare and contrast Franklin’s memoir with another you have recently read. Provide page numbers when you quote Franklin. Your response should be about 150 words long.
2. List two or three guidelines that should shape our classroom conversation so that it is constructive and respectful. Here are mine:
a) If you disagree with a comment made by another student, take issue with the comment, not the student.
b) “Step up, step back.” If you disagree with a comment made by a student, don’t let that disagreement go unexpressed. If you have expressed your view, be sure to take a step back to allow other viewpoints to be heard.
c) Individuals should not be viewed as representatives of their race, culture, nationality, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, or any other group identity. In other words, avoid generalizations about groups of people.
Remember to read everyone’s posts before class on Monday, finish the assigned Franklin reading, and bring your signed syllabus forms if you haven’t already.
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