Class on 2/12 and Important Announcements for 2/26

Tonight we

  • Met in Thematic Groups to work on The Odyssey presentations.
  • Reviewed email, homework and attendance procedures.

Homework due for next class on 2/26. Five things!!!
  • Complete reading The Odyssey
  • Prepare for a quiz on The Odyssey
  • Group presentations for ALL thematic groups.
  • One page single-spaced handout highlighting your thematic group's research on the topic.
  • RRR on The Odyssey due.
  • One to two paragraph reflection on your group's work and YOUR participation in the group. Note: this is SEPARATE from and in addition to  The Odyssey RRR!
Reminder:

If you arrive by 4:15 p.m. with your thematic handouts, I will be happy to copy them for you. Otherwise, please make sure to bring 26 copies for each classmate.

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