Your assignment for this week is to read "Sinners in the Hand of an Angry God," by Jonathan Edwards (in your American Lit. book). Also, write a sermon to present to the class. Essentially this should be a persuasive essay on a topic of your choice. I have listed some possible topics below. Your sermon should be typed, and in MLA format. As you write your sermon this week, consider sermons that you have heard ( the good and the bad) and use those as a guide for what works and what does not. Some people really like to use stories and humor, but other people really enjoy sermons that are more straight-laced. Try to find YOUR voice and style. Typed, your sermons ought to be about 2-3 pages, if you are making use of the various rhetorical devices and strategies we have talked about in class. Make sure that you find passages from scripture (or other religious texts) to support your thesis. (Yes, your sermon should have a thesis!)
Possible Topics
Love your Neighbor
Caring for the Poor
Stewardship
Obedience
The Beattitudes
Love
Listening to God
Individual Calling
Faith
Hope in Difficult times
Joy
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Here is a new link to the ebsco database, just in case you were having trouble accessing it from the other link.
This will take you to an authentication page, and from there you will be able to find the database.
http://tntel.tnsos.org/failed_authentication.htm
This will take you to an authentication page, and from there you will be able to find the database.
http://tntel.tnsos.org/failed_authentication.htm
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Point of View Essay
Go to the following link in order to view the website that will walk you through the process of writing your Point of View essays. Remember that facts are ALWAYS better than opinions when it comes to writing argumentatively. Think about all possible sides of the issue and be sure to consider that the sample articles might not cover everything. This website has a wealth of information about various topics, and it also has Research Guides that direct you through the entire process of writing your persuasive essay in a column on the right side of the screen once you begin looking at the point and counterpoint and critical analysis essays. Be very careful to avoid plagiarism and give credit to the author of whatever source material you use in your essay. I have included a link to a helpful site to use when documenting source in MLA style. Your essay should be 3-4 pages in length, double-spaced throughout in 12pt. times new roman font. Please comment on this post to let me know which topic you are using.
http://web.ebscohost.com/pov/search?vid=1&hid=110&sid=899456df-2782-4e63-ae4b-845f1a9d2953%40sessionmgr114
MLA Style and Format (how to site sources)
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/
This guide is intended to help you evaluate the controversial topics provided in EBSCO Publishing’s Points of View Reference Center™. Using this analysis will enhance your ability to read critically, develop your own perspective on the issue of poverty, and write or debate an effective argument on the topic.
Before You Read
• In a single sentence, state what you currently think is the controversy surrounding poverty.
• On the opening screen, Browse by Category, click on "People & Society," and then click on "Poverty."
• View the Result List of four records on the Points of View tab that includes this guide.
Each topic in Points of View Reference Center™ has three main Points of View essays. While there may be many opinions on the issue, these essays are designed to provide a base from which you may engage in further analysis:
• The Overview provides general background information on the issue.
• The Point essay presents one opinion on the issue in a persuasive position essay.
• The Counterpoint essay offers an alternative or opposite view of the issue.
As You Read
Reading all three essays will enable you to better understand the controversy, providing a foundation from which you can broaden your knowledge of the topic.
• Read the Overview, Point and Counterpoint essays. You will be able to move between the Overview, the Point and the Counterpoint essays by clicking on the colored rectangles in the sidebar featuring the Points of View icon.
• Take notes on the main ideas. Start by printing out the essay and highlighting the main ideas and circling key words.
• Review the terms in the Understanding the Discussion section of the Overview.
• Organize your ideas. Click on the article "Organize Your Ideas Visually" on the sidebar. Use one of the graphic organizer templates provided to break the essay down into its main points.
You will see several links in the Related Items box on the right hand side of the screen. Exploring these added features will enhance your understanding of the topic you're studying.
• Click on one of the photos in the Related Items and record your reaction to the picture you chose. Did viewing this picture change your current view on poverty? How?
• Under the "What Experts Say" tab, click on the link and read the article provided. Is the author of this article promoting the same argument put forth in the Point or the Counterpoint essay? If the writer is supporting a new viewpoint on the topic, what is it?
• The Result List also offers many other kinds of research articles, such as Periodicals, Newspapers, Reference Books, etc. Click on one of these tabs and read one of the articles. What source tab did you use and what is one benefit of using this type of source? What is one drawback? What new information did you learn from reading this article?
You Decide
Based on the readings and review of the Related Items offered, consider the Point and Counterpoint essays in light of your own set of personal values.
• Reflect on which arguments about poverty you accept: Point, Counterpoint, or a completely different argument. For you, what is the single most compelling argument regarding poverty, and why?
Write an 800-1,000-word essay response to the above question that contains a thesis statement and 2-3 supporting arguments. See "Write a Thesis Statement" and "Write a Persuasive Essay" on the sidebar for tips on how to write your essay.
• Use facts from other resources found in Points of View Reference Center, other than the Overview, Point, and Counterpoint essays. See "Judge Fact vs. Opinion" on the sidebar to help determine the value of the information you find.
• Investigate some of the sources cited in the Bibliography at the end of each Point of View essay to see what kind of sources those authors consulted.
• For website information, first review the article titled "Evaluate a Website" on the sidebar. Use the information you find there to guide your decisions on which site’s information would add value to your essay.
• Suggest ways in which the controversy surrounding poverty could be resolved.
See these other Points of View "How To" topics for additional help. They can be found on the sidebar of each essay.
• Write a Topic Sentence
• Take Good Notes
• Go From Notes to Outline
• Organize Your Ideas Visually
• Write a Conclusion
• Cite Sources
• Create a Bibliography
• Write a Research Paper
Debate It
• Debate the issue. To create an effective debate, refer to the tips offered in the "Use Strategy in a Debate," "Give an Oral Presentation," and "Start a Debate Club" articles in the sidebar.
• Have someone else read either the Point or The Counterpoint essay on poverty. Imagine you are facing this person in a debate setting. Take notes on the points (contentions) you would make to oppose the arguments (rebuttals).
• When the speaker is finished, respond to the arguments presented with opposing arguments, pointing out any contradictions you may have heard.
http://web.ebscohost.com/pov/search?vid=1&hid=110&sid=899456df-2782-4e63-ae4b-845f1a9d2953%40sessionmgr114
MLA Style and Format (how to site sources)
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/
This guide is intended to help you evaluate the controversial topics provided in EBSCO Publishing’s Points of View Reference Center™. Using this analysis will enhance your ability to read critically, develop your own perspective on the issue of poverty, and write or debate an effective argument on the topic.
Before You Read
• In a single sentence, state what you currently think is the controversy surrounding poverty.
• On the opening screen, Browse by Category, click on "People & Society," and then click on "Poverty."
• View the Result List of four records on the Points of View tab that includes this guide.
Each topic in Points of View Reference Center™ has three main Points of View essays. While there may be many opinions on the issue, these essays are designed to provide a base from which you may engage in further analysis:
• The Overview provides general background information on the issue.
• The Point essay presents one opinion on the issue in a persuasive position essay.
• The Counterpoint essay offers an alternative or opposite view of the issue.
As You Read
Reading all three essays will enable you to better understand the controversy, providing a foundation from which you can broaden your knowledge of the topic.
• Read the Overview, Point and Counterpoint essays. You will be able to move between the Overview, the Point and the Counterpoint essays by clicking on the colored rectangles in the sidebar featuring the Points of View icon.
• Take notes on the main ideas. Start by printing out the essay and highlighting the main ideas and circling key words.
• Review the terms in the Understanding the Discussion section of the Overview.
• Organize your ideas. Click on the article "Organize Your Ideas Visually" on the sidebar. Use one of the graphic organizer templates provided to break the essay down into its main points.
You will see several links in the Related Items box on the right hand side of the screen. Exploring these added features will enhance your understanding of the topic you're studying.
• Click on one of the photos in the Related Items and record your reaction to the picture you chose. Did viewing this picture change your current view on poverty? How?
• Under the "What Experts Say" tab, click on the link and read the article provided. Is the author of this article promoting the same argument put forth in the Point or the Counterpoint essay? If the writer is supporting a new viewpoint on the topic, what is it?
• The Result List also offers many other kinds of research articles, such as Periodicals, Newspapers, Reference Books, etc. Click on one of these tabs and read one of the articles. What source tab did you use and what is one benefit of using this type of source? What is one drawback? What new information did you learn from reading this article?
You Decide
Based on the readings and review of the Related Items offered, consider the Point and Counterpoint essays in light of your own set of personal values.
• Reflect on which arguments about poverty you accept: Point, Counterpoint, or a completely different argument. For you, what is the single most compelling argument regarding poverty, and why?
Write an 800-1,000-word essay response to the above question that contains a thesis statement and 2-3 supporting arguments. See "Write a Thesis Statement" and "Write a Persuasive Essay" on the sidebar for tips on how to write your essay.
• Use facts from other resources found in Points of View Reference Center, other than the Overview, Point, and Counterpoint essays. See "Judge Fact vs. Opinion" on the sidebar to help determine the value of the information you find.
• Investigate some of the sources cited in the Bibliography at the end of each Point of View essay to see what kind of sources those authors consulted.
• For website information, first review the article titled "Evaluate a Website" on the sidebar. Use the information you find there to guide your decisions on which site’s information would add value to your essay.
• Suggest ways in which the controversy surrounding poverty could be resolved.
See these other Points of View "How To" topics for additional help. They can be found on the sidebar of each essay.
• Write a Topic Sentence
• Take Good Notes
• Go From Notes to Outline
• Organize Your Ideas Visually
• Write a Conclusion
• Cite Sources
• Create a Bibliography
• Write a Research Paper
Debate It
• Debate the issue. To create an effective debate, refer to the tips offered in the "Use Strategy in a Debate," "Give an Oral Presentation," and "Start a Debate Club" articles in the sidebar.
• Have someone else read either the Point or The Counterpoint essay on poverty. Imagine you are facing this person in a debate setting. Take notes on the points (contentions) you would make to oppose the arguments (rebuttals).
• When the speaker is finished, respond to the arguments presented with opposing arguments, pointing out any contradictions you may have heard.
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