Pride and Prejudice Second Discussion Assignment

Please post a question, comment, or significant quotation about the second assigned reading of Pride and Prejudice by Monday, April 14th. Also comment on one other post by Tuesday, April 15th.

Heart of Darkness Part II Discussion

Please post a question, comment, or significant quotation about Part II of Heart of Darkness by Monday, April 14th. Also comment on one other post by Tuesday, April 15th.

Topics for Dorian Discussion of Chapters 8-13

Leaders, please post topics for Friday's discussion here.

Second Dorian Gray Discussion

Share additional comments about today's second Dorian discussion here.

Fishbowl Discussion topics for Chapters 3-7 of Dorian Gray

Leaders of our first Dorian fishbowl: Please post discussion topics here.

First Dorian Gray Discussion

For those of you who did not have a chance to share your thoughts about the first two chapters of Dorian Gray, now's your chance. Let the blogging begin! Even if you did engage in today's discussion, feel free to share additional insights on this post.

The "Best of All" Intellectual Risk-Takers!

College application forms typically ask teachers, “Is this student academically curious?” This question is an important one to me because I know I can never cover all of the material I want to share with students in a single school year, and I value the intellectual risk-taking some students pursue beyond my required assignments.

As we say farewell to Beowulf this semester, I’m feeling bereft of time to share with you so much more about this classic epic poem. But I’m hoping I’ve sparked some passion toward stories of archetypal heroes, connections to modern heroes, and an authentic definition of heroism.

So ignite your sense of wonder! Continue your quest to discover more about Beowulf and related topics. Share your discoveries with links to sites, pictures, articles or any other information related to Beowulf that enhances your appreciation of this timeless story and a clearer understanding of your own epic journey. Finally, be sure to explain the value of the connections you share so you become the "best of all" intellectual risk-takers!

Beowulf Discussion

If you wish to add to today's discussion about Beowulf or "The Power of Myth," please add your comments here.

Summer Reading Review

This summer you had the pleasure of reading Beowulf and one other novel from the recommended list of titles in your AP Language acceptance letter. Since you must choose one more independent study novel to read this semester, you need feedback from your classmates assessing the novels they read. Out of five stars, how would you rate the book you read this summer (5=high, 1=low)? List the title you read, follow it with your rating, and explain why you would or would not recommend your choice to another reader. Your responses may be brief, but please be specific.