...as discussed in class... the common final begins promptly at 8:00 in NORTH HALL 1006.
Best of luck!
Sunday, December 10, 2006
Monday, December 04, 2006
Crashing Classes
A number of people in the 1:00 section have approached me about getting into a Writing 2 section for next (Winter) quarter...and, importantly, they have asked about how to "crash" a class, etc. I'd like to take a moment here to give you some advice on crashing classes to help you maximize your chances.
First of all, I should point out that my section of Writing 2 is all full at this point--however, if you would like to be placed on the Wait List, please contact me as soon as possible. My section next quarter is an ACE class, though, which means (among other things) there are very rarely no-shows or drops--so, I wouldn't put all your eggs in that basket, as the chances of getting in are very, very slim.
So, how should you "crash" a class, then?
1. Find a section that will work for you. Since most Writing classes are (annoyingly) only listed as "STAFF" in the schedule of classes, you'll need to see the listing of teachers/courses which is posted outside the Writing Program office (South Hall 1520).
2. Email the teacher directly to inquire about a Wait List. Remember TONE and AUDIENCE. You are writing to someone you are hoping will let you into class. Only email the specific teacher--don't "blanket" the department, looking for a slot.
3. If you get put on a Wait List, attend the first class session to officially sign in and see if there will be room. Do not assume you will remain on the Wait List if you don't show on that first day--teachers give any open slots to the Wait List people who come in. So, you may be first on the List, but if you don't show, you're gone...
4. Arrive a few minutes early, at least, on that first day. Follow the teacher's instructions carefully for how to proceed.
5. If you cannot get the class you want in the Winter, just remember that there's always Spring...
6. If you haven't emailed the teacher in advance, you can always attend the first class, just to see, as well. In that case, be sure to arrive early and talk with the teacher.
I hope this helps a bit...
First of all, I should point out that my section of Writing 2 is all full at this point--however, if you would like to be placed on the Wait List, please contact me as soon as possible. My section next quarter is an ACE class, though, which means (among other things) there are very rarely no-shows or drops--so, I wouldn't put all your eggs in that basket, as the chances of getting in are very, very slim.
So, how should you "crash" a class, then?
1. Find a section that will work for you. Since most Writing classes are (annoyingly) only listed as "STAFF" in the schedule of classes, you'll need to see the listing of teachers/courses which is posted outside the Writing Program office (South Hall 1520).
2. Email the teacher directly to inquire about a Wait List. Remember TONE and AUDIENCE. You are writing to someone you are hoping will let you into class. Only email the specific teacher--don't "blanket" the department, looking for a slot.
3. If you get put on a Wait List, attend the first class session to officially sign in and see if there will be room. Do not assume you will remain on the Wait List if you don't show on that first day--teachers give any open slots to the Wait List people who come in. So, you may be first on the List, but if you don't show, you're gone...
4. Arrive a few minutes early, at least, on that first day. Follow the teacher's instructions carefully for how to proceed.
5. If you cannot get the class you want in the Winter, just remember that there's always Spring...
6. If you haven't emailed the teacher in advance, you can always attend the first class, just to see, as well. In that case, be sure to arrive early and talk with the teacher.
I hope this helps a bit...
Saturday, December 02, 2006
What to Turn in--and bring to class--on Tuesday
Tuesday will be an eventful day in class, so please be sure to bring all of the following with you. All items are required...
THIRD PAPER MATERIALS:
* The final draft, stapled on its own
* The pre-work (Rough Draft, "blocks" exercise we did--this was a handout, reading responses)
FOR THE IN-CLASS PRACTICE COMMON FINAL:
* A blue book
* Two pens
* The reading (see below--print it out, read it, and bring it)
Please email me with any questions...
THIRD PAPER MATERIALS:
* The final draft, stapled on its own
* The pre-work (Rough Draft, "blocks" exercise we did--this was a handout, reading responses)
FOR THE IN-CLASS PRACTICE COMMON FINAL:
* A blue book
* Two pens
* The reading (see below--print it out, read it, and bring it)
Please email me with any questions...
Don't Forget, Extra Credit
This extra-credit offer is only good for the 10:00 am class, as I offered the 1:00 pm class extra-credit two weeks ago...
DON'T FORGET--You can receive extra-credit if you email me your Final Draft of the third paper so that I RECEIVE it by Sunday at 9 pm. This must be your Final Draft, and once it is sent, that is it (you can't bring a "new, revised" final draft on Tuesday). The paper should be sent as a Word file, not in the text of the email.
If you do take advantage of this offer, please remember that your pre-work still needs to be turned in on Tuesday in class.
Please email me with any questions at all. Thanks...
DON'T FORGET--You can receive extra-credit if you email me your Final Draft of the third paper so that I RECEIVE it by Sunday at 9 pm. This must be your Final Draft, and once it is sent, that is it (you can't bring a "new, revised" final draft on Tuesday). The paper should be sent as a Word file, not in the text of the email.
If you do take advantage of this offer, please remember that your pre-work still needs to be turned in on Tuesday in class.
Please email me with any questions at all. Thanks...
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