For the Fulkerson article, select 1 quote from the reading and describe the context of the quote, Fulkerson’s main point, your interpretation of that quote, and its significance to your knowledge of how writing classrooms have been structured.
- Select one concept or definition in the chapter and define it in your own words. What is easy about defining this word and what challenges are raised?
quote I explore:
"Expressionists cover a wide range, from totally accepting and non-directive teacher, some of who insis that one neither can nor should evaluate writing, to much more directive, experiential teachers who design classroom activities to maximize student self-discovery" p.344interpretation:
expressionists teach writing in a less formulaic way, geared towards the individual.
significance:
These guys sound like the most fun. I think that expressionists are the best people to teach creative writing (that's why I'm attracted to it). It's a lot harder to discover yourself if you're stuck looking at sentence structure and diction. That's the kind of stuff that makes most people think that they hare writing.
concept I define:
a general description of the four philosophies:
formalist: judgement based on form - grammar, spelling, syntax - work on the sentence level, and focus on generalized "norms"
expressionist: writing is a self-discovery, the process is indiviual like the writers
mimetic: clear and logical thinking, analysis of the larger conversation
rhetorical: audience-centered, emphasis on persuading the audience
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