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Purpose:
Write a complete essay in which you use the texts we have read to develop an argument about the power of education and/or language in society today. Consider different points authors make about the meaning of words, how language and/or education can be used, and how language and/or education can be connected to shaping our world.
Writing Prompt:
As we have discussed in class, education and language can shape how we see the world, and can create situations in which certain groups are oppressed, seen negatively, and/or influenced in some way. Select one of the below prompts on which to write:
Education and language can both be used to continue systemic oppression, or fight it. Write an essay in which you analyze how education and/or language can contribute to a systemic problem, and argue for specific ways to change the cycle.
What is the connection between Freire’s concepts (banking and/or problem-posing) and mindset? Write an essay in which you argue for a specific connection between Freire’s Banking and/or Problem-Posing concepts of education and Dweck’s theories about mindset. You can include other readings, too.
What does “authentic thinking” look like in a college classroom? Write an essay in which you analyze the texts as a way to develop an argument of definition about what authentic thinking is. Be sure to consider concepts from the texts we have read, such as mindset, narration sickness, problem-posing, etc.
Essay Requirements:
Essay length: 800 words
Essay must be typed, double-spaced, in Times New Roman 12pt font, 1” margins. In other words, follow MLA formatting guidelines (Standard MLA FormatLinks to an external site.) – this includes having a title!
Use a variety of direct quotes and paraphrasing from at least 2 of the readings that have been assigned up to this point in the class. You must use at least 3 direct quotes total for the paper.
Proofread your paper for errors and submit your Proofreading Reflection as a comment via Canvas.*
One goal of this paper is to practice working with and using sources to craft an argument, specifically the assigned readings for the class. There are no outside sources allowed for this paper. If you feel as though you need or want to use outside sources, please see me during student hours to discuss it. I can either approve it, or help you find a path without them.
Include an MLA works cited page for all sources used in your paper.
*Proofreading Requirements
Proofreading is an important step in the writing process, as it specifically focuses on catching any grammar, sentence, and/or language errors. We might need to be messy to get at the good stuff in our writing, but once we find it, we need to polish it and make it as perfect as we can to help with our credibility (ethos). Please click here to complete a proofreading activity that works really well. You are free to proofread using a different method than this one, but you are still required to complete the Proofreading Reflection, which is described in the activity instructions, and below.
Skills Focus:
Use effective prewriting strategies to get you started
Develop a clear and compelling thesis statement
Present your essay in a clear, coherent, and organized way
Develop your ideas thoroughly
Use direct quotes from texts assigned in class to support your ideas
Proofreading your work so that you figure out your patterns of error and practice catching and correcting them.
Submission Requirements:
Please submit your completed paper here by the due date.
Please submit your Proofreading Reflection in the “comment” section of this assignment on Canvas. To be clear, you only have to post the reflection, not the full activity steps.
***Special Note: You will have the option of turning either Essay #1 or Essay #2 into your research paper. Please use the readings assigned and limit your topic and argument so that you do not need to do additional research yet. You will be able to revise your topic and argument for the research paper and incorporate research later. This models the writing and research process, as we often start with what we have read and know already, do more research, then revise our work, including our argument, based on that research.
Proofreading Reflection Instructions – This Should be Submitted with your Essay Assignments
This should be completed only after you have proofread your paper, but before you submit it. In a minimum of 200 words total, please reflect on the following:
Identify what you think your top 2-4 patterns of error are. Bonus: Why you think you might make them? You might not know why yet, but think about it.
How well do you think you did in terms of finding, identifying, and correcting your errors? For example, do you feel confident that you found most of them? Did you feel overwhelmed and like you missed a lot?
Explain how you are finding errors. What is your process so far and how is it working for you? If you have already done this on a previous paper, how do you think your process is improving, or becoming more effective?
What goals do you have in developing your ability to proofread your papers even more effectively?
Anything else you wish to reflect on about this process.
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