1 English 1010 Writing Workshop Spring 2013 Meet twice a week M, Th (Sec.1a) Monday 4:10-6:00 (2-116) Thursday 4:10-6:00 (1-308) Austin Casey Phone: Website: Office Hours: Wednesday 6-8, Thursday (ICB319)

2 English 1010 Writing Workshop Spring 2013 Meet twice a week T, Th (Sec.1b) Tuesday 4:10-6:00 (2-105) Thursday 8:00-9:50 (2-215) Austin Casey Phone: Website: Office Hours: Wednesday 6-8, Thursday (ICB319)

3 Today: HW Due: Essay 2: First 100 words Handout Syllabus / Remind Grading Information Read: Ban Them All (Guns) Homework: Journal 4

April 29(Monday) through May 1(Wednesday) (3 days). The weekend of April 27 & April 28 before the holiday are scheduled as the working days to replace April 29(Monday) and April 30 (Tuesday), which means classes on April 29 will be moved to April 27(Saturday) and classes on April 30 will be moved to April 28 (Sunday). There is no change about the class time and classroom.. Monday = Saturday (1010a) Tuesday = Sunday (1010b) May Day Labour Day

Weekend review session: Essay 2: Rough Draft Due Feedback, workshop No lecture May Day Labour Day

Reminder - Attendance Each student is allowed 2 unexcused absences (X) per semester. After that your grade will be effected. Still hand in your assignments on time, if you are going to miss a class, give your essay or journal to a classmate

Thesis = topic + opinion + reason (brief reason) Must attach rough draft to get full score (don't lose any papers I have handed back) Essay: Issues

Rhetorical question = a question that has no expected answer. Try not to use no more than 1 per essay/journal It can be used as a hook or to catch the reader's attention Its not academic, and may seem childish if used incorrectly Essay: Issues

Sth is worth it (set phrase, must use it) Ex: Buying dollars right now is worth it. = buying dollars is worthwhile Essay: Issues

Avoid boring titles X My Bicycle O World's most reliable bike is mine X My Friend Paul O An average guy, but he's popular, hes my Paul Essay: Issues

Two ways to make titles: 1. Capitalize the first word only 2. Capitalize the important words O World's most reliable bike is mine O World's Most Reliable Bike is Mine O An average guy, but he's popular, hes my Paul O An Average Guy, but he's Popular, hes My Paul Essay: Issues

Don't overuse special punctuation: As with rhetorical questions, you don't need to be creative with punctuation such as _______,,,,,,,,, , , or (parenthesis) Use your words to be creative and give powerful impact. Not with punctuation. It will seem unprofessional If you are not sure of the grammar, you can use ; instead of,

Don't Trust your dictionary for translations 100%, use wikipedia Example: 4 Classic Novels: Correct English Titles 1. Journey to the West 2. Water Margin / Outlaws of the Marsh 3. Romance of the Three Kingdoms 4. Dream of the Red Chamber

Essay 2: Profile Essay Rules for Essay 2: 1 Academic Reference, 1 non-academic (personal interview) Can use the reference as a quote

Essay 3: Argumentative Essay Rules for Essay 3: 1.Research Essay (3 Academic References) 2.Argument, counter argument + refute 3.Who disagrees with you 4.One quote (1-3) Academic 5.Cannot use first or second person (I, you, etc)

16 “ Quotes ” A few quotes are good (1-3 per essay) Must have at least one academic quote Don’t forget the in text citation, or you will have plagiarism! Put the in text citation right after the quotes: According to Kant on filial piety, he stated that “family ties are important” (Kant p.66). I agree that having a strong connection in your family is important because... Example on p.401 and 403

17 In text citation + works cited page Lucky Smith writes in The Hunting Diaries that “I think people should have the right to own a gun and go hunting, because it is an age old custom which can make us feel more natural. We also get the benefits from cleaner meat and good exercise in the forest; hunting is a way of life” (Smith p78). last name and page number Works Cited Page: Smith, Lucky. The Hunting Diaries. Berkeley, California: Berkeley Books, 2010.

18 When do you cite sources in your essay? When you’re talking about an idea you got from something you read. When you quote from something you read or heard. When you want to give the reader some places to look for more information.

19 Essay 3: Argumentative Essay Essay 4: Argumentative / Persuasive Essay Essay 3 is 650 – 750 words words longer use quotes and paraphrasing from other authors

20 Essay 3: Argumentative I want this essay to be your opinion, but I also want you to support your opinion with other author's opinions At least 3 references. At least 1 quote You may also use 1 paraphrase

21 Meaningful Argument = Social Issue p Family: Growing Up, Love, Friends, Family, Child Raising, Entertainment of Youngsters, Population Control, Cloning/Genetics, Nursing Homes 2. Education/Jobs: Chinese vs. Western Education, Educating poor people, Educational facilities, Part time jobs 3. Health & Safety: Security & Police, Crime/Prisons, Censorship, Robot Spies, Medical Care, Drugs 4. Sharing: Resources & Energy & Land (food, water, oil, international aid, land/animals, etc)

22 Popular Social Issues: General Crime & Criminals: How to prevent crime, what to do with criminals. Censorship (blocking): how much should parents or the government control (of the internet for example) Resources: How to control, how to share Child Raising: What is the best way to raise a child? How can you make sure you child is popular, confident, educated, and has some good abilities? Will you send them to camp? Will you send them to learn some special skills? Taxes: Technology: various

23 1. The government needs to control the food industry more, such as requiring proper labeling and enforcing mislabeling 2. Refugees who face troubles in their country should be given citizenship because it is a kind of human rights 3. China should provide rice and financial aid to poor countries 4. Gender specific schools are better (all-boys or all-girls school) 5. International companies need to be controlled more 6. International marriage should give you a green card to that country (Levels: visa, residency card, green card, passport/citizenship) 7. Parents should be responsible for censoring the internet not the government 8. Companies should not market to children, it is a bad influence 9. Children should be 18 before dating (Puppy Love is not acceptable) / youngsters should have a curfew Discuss Topics

24 Essay 3: Example Title: Video Games are The Devil Thesis: I don't think students need to use video games because they waste time, keep you from playing outside, and they will make your eyes bad. T1 The first thing about video games that disturbs me is that they can take away precious time from students T2 Secondly, I think students will not be encouraged to play outside if they have the latest games waiting for them at home'. T3 Last but not least, using games a lot will make your eyes bad Conclusion

25 Essay 3: Example Title: I Robot Thesis: In the future we must support our government to invest in robot tech and encourage their use in daily life because they are useful and trustworthy. T1 Robots are the wave of the future and we will need them to do all of our dirty work, even if some people lose their jobs T2 Robots will do the work that is too dirty, dangerous, or boring for us. Humans are more adaptable so I do not worry about us losing jobs to robots. Robots can also do things that we cannot do, such as fast calculations and will help make our world a better place. T3 We can trust them. The AI will not be too advanced in the near future, we do not need to worry about robots thinking for themselves and taking control of our society.

26 More Help You can choose something that most people will disagree with, that can be more fun and interesting for argumentative essays Choose your own topic, a topic not listed is better – it will be fresh and new Write your real opinion, it is easier to have supporting evidence this way You don't have to agree with me, or your friends, or anyone – I want to see original topics.

27 Journal 5: Small Arguments (300+ words) 1. Make your own argument about something that doesn’t really matter. It is not a serious social problem. 2. Be creative 3. Choose a small topic 4. It can just be a simple opinion 5. Describe your point and counterpoint (like a mini Essay 3) 5. Due Week 11(After May Day)

An issue that is not necessarily a social issue Ex: Some people think that it is better to spend money on something that lasts a long time such as a piece of jewelry or an investment, while others propose to spend on something short term like a vacation or a great meal. I think spending money on short term things is worthwhile because it is short term we will value it more Journal 5: Example

An issue that is not necessarily a social issue Ex: When it comes to living places while studying abroad I definitely think that having a host family is better than sharing an apartment with a mate. I think it can benefit our English language ability as well as allow us to learn various things and get some other advantages like family trips. Journal 5: Example

1. Filial piety = love/duty/honor towards parents Ex: I believe that having filial piety is not only blind loyalty to one's parents, but a way of life. According to the Analects* of Confucius, we should “do onto others as we would have others do onto us**” and this applies not only to filial piety but also to friendships. * 論語 **Known as the Golden Rule Useful collocations

2. bring home the bread / bread winner = main support(er) of the family Ex: My father has always been bringing home the bread, but when he is on a business trip, it is my mother who takes the role of bread winner. 3. wears the pants (used for moms who are bread winners) Ex: My mom wears the pants in our family Useful collocations

4. to cash in on sth = to take advantage Ex: Once Mary got the position as manager at the company I applied to, it was time to cash in on the situation / friendship. Ex: The clever lad cashed in on tourists by selling hot chocolate and tea at the top of the mountain on a cold spring day. He was able to sell the beverages / refreshments for 70% more than market value! Useful collocations

33 Review: Idioms 4: on Money 1. bread and butter = reliable income 2. bread winner = the supporter of the family 3. bring home the bacon = bring home money for family 4. at all costs = no matter what 5. born with a silver spoon in one's mouth = rich/spoiled kids 6. face value = the obvious value, surface (superficial) value 7. to cash in on sth = draw out money, take advantage of sth 8. hit the jackpot = to get rich, lucky 9. strike it rich = to get rich 10. to be in the red = to be in debt

Activity – make a sentence with the following idioms To have filial piety cash in on sth to bring home the bread wears the pants

35 Activity: supporting evidence Pets are messy and should be banned because Traditional cameras are better than digital cameras for

36 Activity: supporting evidence I support teenagers working. List 3 good points and 3 bad points I support that people have the right to own guns. List 3 good points and 3 bad points

Ban the Things. Ban Them All. p Do Questions 1-8

38 Ban Them All – New Words 1. merits > demerits 2. substitution of knives for guns would promote physical fitness. We'd turn into a whole nation of great runners. = dry humor 3. ricochet = bounce off, redirect 4. civil libertarian = one who supports protecting people's rights 5. Second Amendment = in U.S. Constitution: The right to bear (have) arms (guns, weapons)

39 Ban Them All – New Words 6. Wacky religious cults = weird or strange religious groups 7. Unregulated citizens = people without ID cards 8. Perforating = to make holes in sth 9. Channeling = communicate with ghosts 10. Hooey = lies 11. Militia = army

40 TOEFL: Useful Idioms

Journal 1 Do you prefer to shop online or at a real store? Write a short essay comparing and contrasting the experience of shopping at these two different kinds of stores. Use specific reasons and examples to illustrate the stores' similarities and differences. Write words and make sure there is a thesis, introductory sentence, and concluding sentence

Journal 2 Choose a TOEFL Task 2 question and answer it. Remember choose a trend or a problem. Then use the format “what are your opinions on this” Follow the standard format, words, 4 paragraphs etc.

Journal 3: Bucket List A bucket list is a list of things you want to do in your life before you die. Although this is a creative writing assignment, you must still follow the correct structure as usual words

44 Journal 4: Perfect Day Someone you really want to impress or must pay back is visiting you soon. They have asked you to plan out the perfect visit. Write an essay explaining exactly how your friend should spend his or her day with you. Be sure to include specific details about each activity. Remember: use personal examples/experiences 300+ words

45 Journal 5: Small Arguments (300+ words) 1. Make your own argument about something that doesn’t really matter. It is not a serious social problem. 2. Be creative 3. Choose a small topic 4. It can just be a simple opinion 5. Describe your point and counterpoint (like a mini Essay 3) 5. Due Week 10 (After May Day)

Example: Bananas are the most convenient food because they have their own wrapper and you can carry them around and trade them. Other's Opinion: Many people think eggs are more convenient, but they can easily spoil or break and make a mess. Counterargument / refute

Example: with small arguments Opinion I like cats. Rice is better than noodles. TVs are bad. Blue is the best color. Argument Cats are a useful pet because they can catch mice. Rice is better than noodles because it is healthier. TV programs are bad for children because they show a lot of violence. Blue is the best color because it can make you feel calm.

48 Journal 6: Superstitions (300 words) 1. Many people say that we must believe in superstitions or stories to keep our minds healthy and explain things that are unknowable. What is your opinion? Do you think they are necessary for the development of society? 2. Explain a superstition of your family. How does it benefit the family and describe the other advantages or disadvantages. 3. Describe an interesting superstition It can be a local one from your hometown or another country.

49 Journal 7: Philosophy (300 words) Choose one of the following: 1. What is the universe? Where does it come from? Of what is it made? How did it come to exist? What is its purpose? By what process does it change? How long will it exist? Can we leave our universe? 2. What is the nature of humans? Are humans high or low in the universe? Where are we from, where are we going, and why? What is our destiny? 3. What is the meaning of life? What is reality? Is there a real truth? Is there a universal Truth, or does it depend on the person?

50 Journal 8: Review (300 words) Book or film review: Choose a book or film and write a review about it.

51 Essays: You will write 4 essays and make a portfolio. 1. Remembering an Event ( words) Something that happened to you. An interesting event that you remember clearly. 2. Writing a Profile ( words) You will describe something or someone. 3. Proposing a Solution ( words) You will discuss a problem and explain how to fix it 4. Justifying an Evaluation ( words) You will give evidence to support a decision. 5.Portfolio You will choose 5 journal entries to put in your portfolio. 6. Journal Entries These will be given by the instructor. They will cover various topics.

52 Course Schedule: Lesson ALesson B Week 4Essay 1 First 100 words DuePeer Reviews Week 5Essay 1 Rough Draft Due (550+ words) Journal 1 Due Week 6 Essay 1 Final Draft Due (550+ words) Journal 2 Due Week 7 Karate Life: Journal 3 Due Week 8 Essay 2 (first 100 words)

53 Homework: Journal 4: Perfect Day Essay 2: Rough Draft (Saturday 1010a, Sunday 1010b)