CLASS EVALUATION

The semester is over.  The only thing left is the final exxam.  I hope you learned something in the class and enjoyed it like I did. Now I would like some feedback from you by answering the following questions related to the class.

1. What did you enjoy most about the course?

2. What didn't you like about the class?

3. What do you think about using blogs in the class?

4. Which blog did you like the most?

5. Which blog didn't you like?

6. What would you have liked to do in class that was not done?


TASK: Please be sincere and specific.....this helps me improve myself as a professional.

DATE DUE: May 19, 2011

Good luck in your finals! You guys made the class really fun!

BODYPAINTING

In the last class we had a visit from the artist Raul "Gorras" Moris.  You had the opportunity to see him do some bodypainting and to ask him questions.  I would like some feedback from you about the class.  Please answer the following questions:

Questions

1.  Did you like the bodypainting presentation?  Why or why not?
2.  What did you learn?
3.  Do you think bringing resources (guest speakers) to the class is a good idea?  Why or why not?
4.  What other comment do you have about the class that day?

TASK:  Answer the 4 questions.  Copy the question and then write your response.

DATE DUE:  April 30, 2011

ART & SOCIETY

In Chapter 5 we have been talking about how art influences society and how society influences art.  I would like to share a very cool website about a very creative artist.  Look at his some of his works of art and share your opinion.

The website is http://www.philinthecircle.com/

On the left hand side under ART, there is a list of his works of art. You will see the work of art and information about the piece.  Some of them have videos on how it was done. 

TASK:  Choose at least 3 different works of art.  Then answer the questions listed below.

1.  Which ones did you see?
2.  Which one did you like the most?
3.  Choose one of the works of art and explain how it influences society / how society influenced it.
4.  What do you think about Phil Hansen as an artist?
5.  Would you recommend this website to others?

DATE DUE:  April 18, 2011

WHAT DO YOU THINK?

On Monday, the chancellor of the UPR in Rio Piedras was attacked by demonstrators.  In class we have been talking about sociology which studies human behavior.  Observe carefully the people's behavior in the video above.   Then answer the following questions:

1.  What behavior did you observe in the demonstrators?  Be specific.
2.  What did you observe in the people who were not demonstrators?
3.  What did you observe in the chancellor?
4.  What is your opinion about this particular incident?
5.  What should happen to these demonstrators?

DATE DUE:  March  22, 2011

GETTING TO KNOW EACH OTHER

Your first writing assignment is very easy. All you have to do is complete the sentences with information about yourself. For each sentence mention three things. Here are the sentences:

1. I enjoy _____________.
2. I would never ___________.
3. I'm afraid of ___________.
4. I hate ___________.
5. I would like to ______________.

Example:
1. I enjoy dancing especially salsa and guajira, touring the island, and photography.
2. I would never go bungee jumping, travel to Irak, or cut my hair really short.
3. I'm afraid of losing my child, having a disease, and big creepy roaches especially when they fly.
4. I hate waiting in line, being stood up, and the "I don't care" attitude.
5. I would like to go on a cruise, own a home with an ocean view, and be debt-free.

Task: Now that you've learned something about me, it's your turn. Be creative. Be specific. Also, make at least one comment about what I wrote.

Date due: February 8, 2011

WELCOME TO BLOGGING

Hi! Welcome to English 1102. As part of the English class, we will be working on blogs. This will help you to practice your English in a different, and hopefully, a fun way. Throughout the semester you will be required to comment on my blog entries.

Your comments will count toward your assignment grade. At the end of each blog, a due date will be posted. Each blog is worth 15 points: 10 for content and 5 for punctuality. If the entry is late (up to 3 days), 5 points will be deducted. Entries posted later than 3 days will NOT be counted.

Remember, this is just another way to practice English so do the entry by yourself. Points will be given for your effort. No points will be deducted for errors. However, points will be deducted if entry is incomplete. In addition, work not done by you or using a translator for the complete entry will NOT be accepted.

Hope you enjoy the experience of blogging!