2/10/14
In Class:
Journal-- Reflect on a time you've felt alienated, isolated, outcast, or otherwise marginalized.
As a class, discussed the last reading of Catcher, specifically focusing on the Antolini interactions, the "F*** you" signs, and the carrousel scene.
Began reading and discussing "A Perfect Day for Bananafish," highlighting the frequent breakdowns in communication and the appearance-obsession demonstrated by Muriel.
Exit ticket: What does bildungsroman mean?
Homework:
Finish reading "A Perfect Day for Bananafish" and answer the following question--What do you think the bananafish symbolize?
Catch up on missing work.
Monday, February 10, 2014
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
February 5th, 2014
2/5/14
In Class:
Journal-- Reflect on the following quote, particularly as it pertains to Holden's worldview:
"All the world's a stage, / And all the men and women merely players..." -William Shakespeare
Students worked independently on the following tasks:
* Finish Catcher in the Rye.
* Compile and submit journals (8 entries so far).
* Make up missing discussion questions (5 sets so far).
* Finish your midterm project (due by 5 PM).
Exit ticket: a) What did you accomplish in class today? (Be specific.) b) What do you need to do to put yourself in better standing for the last half of the block? (Be specific.)
Homework:
Finish and submit midterm project.
Be prepared to discuss Catcher in its entirety on Monday.
In Class:
Journal-- Reflect on the following quote, particularly as it pertains to Holden's worldview:
"All the world's a stage, / And all the men and women merely players..." -William Shakespeare
Students worked independently on the following tasks:
* Finish Catcher in the Rye.
* Compile and submit journals (8 entries so far).
* Make up missing discussion questions (5 sets so far).
* Finish your midterm project (due by 5 PM).
Exit ticket: a) What did you accomplish in class today? (Be specific.) b) What do you need to do to put yourself in better standing for the last half of the block? (Be specific.)
Homework:
Finish and submit midterm project.
Be prepared to discuss Catcher in its entirety on Monday.
Monday, February 3, 2014
February 3rd, 2014
2/3/14
In Class:
Journal-- Reflect on Holden's relationship with Phoebe. Do you have a similar relationship with anyone in your life? How so?
Introduced and reviewed expectations of the midterm assignment.
As a class, discussed the most recent reading of Catcher, focusing on Phoebe, Holden's relationship with Phoebe, and Holden's desire to protect youth and preserve innocence.
Students read independently or began their midterm character profile.
Exit ticket: Which character do you intend to analyze for your midterm?
Homework:
Finish Catcher.
Write three discussion questions.
Work on midterm.
Catch up on any missing work or journal entries.
In Class:
Journal-- Reflect on Holden's relationship with Phoebe. Do you have a similar relationship with anyone in your life? How so?
Introduced and reviewed expectations of the midterm assignment.
As a class, discussed the most recent reading of Catcher, focusing on Phoebe, Holden's relationship with Phoebe, and Holden's desire to protect youth and preserve innocence.
Students read independently or began their midterm character profile.
Exit ticket: Which character do you intend to analyze for your midterm?
Homework:
Finish Catcher.
Write three discussion questions.
Work on midterm.
Catch up on any missing work or journal entries.
Midterm -- Advanced Literature
Advanced
Literature: Survey of J.D. Salinger – Midterm
Due February 5th, 2014 by 5:00 PM
In order to demonstrate
your engagement with The Catcher in the
Rye so far, you will complete an in-depth character profile and analysis of
one of the novel’s supporting characters. This assignment will assess your
understanding of Catcher and your
analytical processing of the ‘underwater’ elements of the literature.
Assignment: Character Profile & Analysis
First, you should choose one character to examine from the novel
other than Holden Caulfield; I
recommend Phoebe Caulfield, D.B. Caulfield, Allie Caulfield, Stradlater,
Ackley, Sunny, Jane Gallagher, Sally Hayes, Mr. Spencer, or Mr. Antolini. Then,
you will complete the graphic organizer, attached to this handout, about your
character. Finally, you will use your character profile to analyze, in writing,
the ‘underwater’ ideas surrounding that character. Specifically, you should
focus on the following prompts:
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How does this
character influence Holden’s worldview (short-term or long-term)?
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Why do you
imagine Salinger included this character in Holden’s story? Why did he choose
to portray this character in the way he did?
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To which
dualities/paradoxes does this character contribute?
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What is
Salinger trying to tell us about our world using this character?
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In order to thoroughly
examine a character, you will need to revisit passages of Catcher where the character makes strong appearances. You should
evaluate his or her actions and words, as well as Holden’s reaction to and
thoughts about him or her.
Your analysis should be in
12-point font, double-spaced, with one-inch margins. You should not need to use
any sources other than The Catcher in the
Rye, but if you do, you MUST cite your sources.
You will be scored using
the following rubric:
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Character Profile: The student thoughtfully and thoroughly
completes the character profile graphic organizer using original insight and
reflection. The student uses evidence from the novel to support and explore
characterization. (100 pts. possible)
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Completion (10 pts.)
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Student completes
graphic organizer.
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Response to prompts (10 pts.
each)
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Student accurately and
insightfully responds to the prompt within the organizer.
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Use of textual support
(20 pts. overall)
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Student uses direct
quotes and/or paraphrasing to support the profile.
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Character Analysis: Using his or her character profile to support
the process, the student analyzes the character, characterization, and
character significance within The
Catcher in the Rye. The student uses evidence from the novel to examine the
implicit and thematic elements of Salinger’s writing. (100 pts. possible)
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Ideas & Content of
Analysis (40 pts.)
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Student incorporates
unique and insightful analysis.
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Clarity and Cohesion of
Analysis (25 pts.)
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Student directly and
articulately expresses ideas.
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Extended Analytical
Reflection (15 pts.)
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Student uses his or her
analysis of the character to reflect on the broader messages of the novel.
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Use of textual support
(20 pts. overall)
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Student uses direct
quotes and/or paraphrasing to support the profile.
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Thursday, January 30, 2014
January 29th, 2014
1/29/14
In Class:
Journal-- Reflect on the poem below by Emily Dickinson. How does Dickinson's perspective on war and violence compare to Holden's (particularly p. 140-1)? Why do you think D.B. names Dickinson as a war poet? Is Holden a pacifist?
No Rack can torture me --
My Soul -- at Liberty --
Behind this mortal Bone
There knits a bolder One --
You cannot prick with saw --
Nor pierce with Scimitar --
Two Bodies -- therefore be --
Bind One -- The Other fly --
The Eagle of his Nest
No easier divest --
And gain the Sky
Than mayest Thou --
Except Thyself may be
Thine Enemy --
Captivity is Consciousness --
So's Liberty.
Discussed most recent reading of Catcher, focusing on psychoanalysis within the story, particularly the concept of id, ego, and superego. Reflected on Holden's struggles in terms of conflicting psychological urges and desires; discussed sexuality in Holden's interaction with Luce.
Exit ticket: Set one academic and one non-academic goal for yourself for the next five days.
Homework:
Read through p. 196 of Catcher.
Write three discussion questions for Monday.
In Class:
Journal-- Reflect on the poem below by Emily Dickinson. How does Dickinson's perspective on war and violence compare to Holden's (particularly p. 140-1)? Why do you think D.B. names Dickinson as a war poet? Is Holden a pacifist?
No Rack can torture me --
My Soul -- at Liberty --
Behind this mortal Bone
There knits a bolder One --
You cannot prick with saw --
Nor pierce with Scimitar --
Two Bodies -- therefore be --
Bind One -- The Other fly --
The Eagle of his Nest
No easier divest --
And gain the Sky
Than mayest Thou --
Except Thyself may be
Thine Enemy --
Captivity is Consciousness --
So's Liberty.
Discussed most recent reading of Catcher, focusing on psychoanalysis within the story, particularly the concept of id, ego, and superego. Reflected on Holden's struggles in terms of conflicting psychological urges and desires; discussed sexuality in Holden's interaction with Luce.
Exit ticket: Set one academic and one non-academic goal for yourself for the next five days.
Homework:
Read through p. 196 of Catcher.
Write three discussion questions for Monday.
Monday, January 27, 2014
January 27th, 2014
1/27/14
In Class:
Journal-- Reflect on the following golden line: "The thing is, most of the time when you're coming pretty close to doing it with a girl--a girl that isn't a prostitute or anything, I mean--she keeps telling you to stop. The trouble with me is, I stop. Most guys don't. I can't help it" (Salinger 92).
Discussed most recent reading of Catcher, focusing on feminism and the treatment of women thus far, including Sunny specifically. Read and discussed introduction to feminism handout and "The Feminist Lens: Catcher in the Rye."
Exit ticket: What profession do you think fits Holden best?
Homework:
Read through p. 157 of Catcher.
Write three discussion questions.
In Class:
Journal-- Reflect on the following golden line: "The thing is, most of the time when you're coming pretty close to doing it with a girl--a girl that isn't a prostitute or anything, I mean--she keeps telling you to stop. The trouble with me is, I stop. Most guys don't. I can't help it" (Salinger 92).
Discussed most recent reading of Catcher, focusing on feminism and the treatment of women thus far, including Sunny specifically. Read and discussed introduction to feminism handout and "The Feminist Lens: Catcher in the Rye."
Exit ticket: What profession do you think fits Holden best?
Homework:
Read through p. 157 of Catcher.
Write three discussion questions.
Sunday, January 26, 2014
January 24th, 2014
1/24/14
In Class:
Journal-- Wade through the last few pages of Catcher that you read. Identify at least one ‘golden line’ and reflect on its meaning and significance.
Discussed the most recent reading of Catcher, using student-generated golden lines and discussion questions, and specifically focusing on dualities/paradoxes highlighted in Holden's story:
- truth / lies
- maturity / immaturity
- authenticity / phoniness
- virginity / sexuality
- purity / impurity
- sanity / insanity
Exit ticket: What is your current favorite song?
Homework:
Read through p. 123 of Catcher by Monday.
Write three discussion questions for Monday.
In Class:
Journal-- Wade through the last few pages of Catcher that you read. Identify at least one ‘golden line’ and reflect on its meaning and significance.
Discussed the most recent reading of Catcher, using student-generated golden lines and discussion questions, and specifically focusing on dualities/paradoxes highlighted in Holden's story:
- truth / lies
- maturity / immaturity
- authenticity / phoniness
- virginity / sexuality
- purity / impurity
- sanity / insanity
Exit ticket: What is your current favorite song?
Homework:
Read through p. 123 of Catcher by Monday.
Write three discussion questions for Monday.
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