Modernism is hard to define. Steven Byrd of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke said it best by stating, “Whereas previous American literary periods were best defined by certain stylistic conventions or popular schools of thought, the modern period of American literature is better defined by the traditions it broke rather than any tradition it created”. As we keep this in mind, we will explore many different genres of literature, unique styles, various story lines, and fascinating characters which all make up this very diverse and very important movement of American literature.
INDEPENDENT NOVEL PODCAST PROJECT
Requirements for Independent Novel Podcasts
List of Books for Independent Novel Podcasts
Podcast Explanation
Modernism Characteristics
Example Thesis
Example Outline
Reminders for Script: Scripts are due Thursday, 4-1-10
Example Podcast
Evaluation Forms: Due Monday, April 19th!
List of names for Evaluation
Link to Podcasts!
VARIETY OF MODERNISM
"Mending Wall" Questions
HARLEM RENAISSANCE
Harlem Renaissance Intro
"When the Negro was in Vogue" Chart
"What it Feels like to be a Colored Me" Chart
"Harlem" Creative Poetry Assignment
A Raisin in the Sun Movie Viewing Questions:
~ Day One
~ Day Two
~ Day Three - No Questions
~ Day Four
A Raisin in the Sun Online Discussion Requirements
The Blues Packet and Song Assignment
WOMEN'S LITERATURE
Intro Powerpoint Notes
Journal #1 - Women's Literature
"The Yellow Wallpaper" Connection Definition and Article on Postpartum Depression
~ A small debate will take place on Tuesday, 2/9/10 on whether or not the narrator is experiencing postpartum depression. Each side of the class will state their case using examples from the text, definition, and article.
Kate Chopin's "A Respectable Woman"
"A Pair of Silk Stockings" Questions
"What It Feels Like for a Girl" Lyrics and Writing Prompt
