Each member of the class will keep a writing journal to be turned in at the end of the semester, that will record your thought processes through the course. Some but not all entries will answer specific questions or focus on certain topics. At times, you will be asked to share from the contents of your journal with the rest of us as part of our ongoing discussions, and journal excerpts will make up part of your final online project. Use your journal as a jumping-off point for your thoughts about writing, film, the course, or Philadelphia. While not all entries need be typed, be sure they are dated and legible.
Writing is a process.
You will also contribute a 2-page film review to our web page project. You will also try your hand at building a Philadelphia-related space at PennMOO, our virtual classroom space. Further guidelines will be provided as we go. You will need to learn various computer skills to meet the requirements of this course. We will take the time to go over technical information in class, and extra technical help will be provided during office hours or extra sessions as needed.