| WEEK # | TOPICS | IN-CLASS EXERCISES |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Introduction Discuss: Introduction Explain details of class. Go over syllabus. Discuss the combination of different kinds of writing instruction, including tech writing, essay writing, and professional writing, plus theoretical concerns. Urge students to bring laptops to class. |
In Class Writing: Memo to me about what they want to study in this class Type in memos, critique together, go over basics of writing a memo |
2 |
CVs and Microsoft® PowerPoint® Each student is assigned a topic in his or her field of expertise, and must write a single-spaced, single page explanation of that topic for a high school student. In class we will examine and critique these explanations, rewriting where necessary for clarity. The assignment should be submitted electronically prior to class by email. | Peer Edit CVs |
3 | Myerson | |
4 |
Heidegger Lead into this assignment with an assignment exchange from the previous week. Discuss: Heidegger | |
5 |
Workshop Workshop: Full Drafts of Technological Communications Critique |
Presentation and critique of PW1 thoughts Discuss tech industry leaders ideas In-class team essay drafting. Outline, with a complete first and last paragraph |
6 | Web Design Issues |
Look at C3 memos together Presenting URLs of good and bad Web design, with critique. Have students bring in examples of good and bad Web design |
7 | Kittler and Blog Debates | |
8 | Web Designs | |
9 | Gaming |
Critique of reviews Peer critique of C5 |
10 |
Review Catching Up | |
11 | Oral Presentations | Oral presentations of final projects |
12 | Oral Presentations (cont.) | Oral presentations of final projects |
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