Reading the submissions from the first week was so much fun for me. I really enjoyed the analyses of "Editha" and Huckleberry Finn plus it was was interesting to see just which stories the students selected for the first week.
I haven't had a chance to read the discussion board posts yet, other than the introductions. I am hoping for some lively discussions and sharing of viewpoints when I do.
I know that some are still a little confused about the Pod format. After a disastrous (I felt) semester with ENGL 222 in the fall of 2009, my daughter and I came up with the Pods approach. The students who were in both semesters of American lit last year really liked the changes I made in the format. I enjoyed it as well because there was more flexibility and freedom with the type of assignments and the choice of selections. Not everyone could (or wanted to) participate in the Pronto sessions, so making those an option rather an a requirement was a good move. I hope that after some time, everyone will come to enjoy the Pod format and see the benefits.
Off to a great start! I am excited!!
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