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English 620: The Profession of English

Fall 1999
Monday 6:30 - 9:00
Kuykendall 408

Discussion Panels

Starting on September 20, classes will proceed by way of four to five-person panels, each panelist giving a five-minute (maximum) position statement about the readings for that week, followed by discussion.

The aim of these short presentations is to take a critical position in relation to what you have read, not to summarize the reading. What bothers you about the reading? What perspectives does the author leave out or downplay? What strikes you as especially useful about the author's analyses or recommendations? You might frame your presentation in the form of questions that have arisen for you during your reading. Strive to make your statements both relevant and provocative.

You must sign up for these panels by September 13. Participation on these panels is a requirement; if it turns out that you cannot attend class on the day you signed up for, you must sign up with another panel.

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