This I Believe

Assignment: write a short essay (350-500 words) about a personal belief.

Examples
Podcast
Suggestions
Paper Details
  • Typed, titled, single-spaced
  • 350-500 words, fit on one page
  • Clear belief: able to summarize in a sentence or two.
  • Include short author bio (see examples)
The Process
  • Brainstorm, Pitch (10/23)
  • Write (10/27)
  • Workshop, Revise (10/30)
  • Final Draft due (11/3)
  • Gallery Discussion (11/8)
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Assignments (on Canvas)
  • Pitch - 10/23
  • Submit Essay - 11/4
  • Gallery Discussion - 11/8
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Real opportunity: make a video and show it to the class and you don't need to participate in the gallery discussion. 
Four Examples
Canvas