Cyclops: Text To Film In "The Odyssey?"

What subtle or overt differences did you notice regarding the Book IX The Odyssey reading and The Odyssey film clip of the Cyclops episode?  Explain, note, argue, quote, and defend.  Anything regarding the Heroic Code, Guest/Host Relationship, or hubris?  After watching the film clip, please respond during class.

"The Odyssey" Background Information?

Regarding the Background film about The Odyssey, what comments can you make about what you understand about The Odyssey. Please argue, explain, criticize, etc... Blog post is due Nov. 29th by 2:30p.m.

Summary/Response Revision (Optional)

Concerning your Fish Eyes Summary/Response Revisions, please review your paper rubric and summary/response to answer the following revision questions. Please answer specifically. (You could earn up to 1.00 point for these responses).

1. What did you do well regarding the process and writing of your summary/response?

2. What is an area that you could improve upon regarding your summary/response?

3. What writing strategy will you try to use when you write for any class?

4. When you write next, what steps will you take to turn in a more complete and polished final writing product?

5. What differences do you see between your Response Writing Revision from Googleclassroom last week and your Fish Eyes Summary/Response?

Shall This Pass In "Anthem?"

How would This Too Shall Pass and White Knuckles by Okay Go violate the societal norms set forth by the councils in Anthem?  Looking beyond the obvious, how do the videos exhibit the antithesis of what is valued in Anthem's society?  Would Equality be pleased with Okay Go's performances, designs, and visions for their music and art?  Please include one quotation from Anthem within your response to prove your view(s). This blog response should be completed in class after we view the videos.

"The Martian Chronicles" In Film?

In The Martian Chronicles Film Excerpt, did you notice text alignment? Text differences? Other? Please comment by 2:30p.m. on Thurs., Oct. 26th.

Imperialism And "The Martian Chronicles?"

How does the Imperialism video make you think about The Martian Chronicles? What connections do you notice? How does Bradbury address Imperialism? Explain and support your specific thinking. Your blog response is due by Tues ., Oct. 10th at  2:30p.m.

Mars Cartoon Vs. Mars Novel?

Based upon what you viewed within the Disney Mars cartoon excerpt, what are you thinking about comparatively between Disney's version of Mars and how it measures up to Bradbury's version of Mars? Please respond by 2:30p.m. on Oct. 5th, 2017.

Progress And "The Martian Chronicles?"

Regarding Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles text, what are you contemplating so far about humanity and progress?  What does the reading of these stories challenge you to consider? Please respond during class on October 3rd, 2017.