Political revolutions, industrialization, suffrage, and world wars challenged the basic assumptions about individuals, society, and nature. As a student, I expect regular class attendance and participation. Being present in a community of learners is essential to the success of the group as well as the learning experience of the individual. For these reasons, I include attendance and participation in the course grade. If you have questions or need to talk to me, drop by without an appointment during these hours.
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Find a spot in a natural environment where you can write undisturbed for 20 minutes. Observe and record everything you can in that time, trying not to pause or reflect. Note the date, time, and place at the beginning of your entry. Recollect and recreate one of your most vivid and memorable experiences in or with nature. Hand out Midterm TakeHome Essay.