On Thursday, February 4th, we will be having our second in-class Socratic discussion. This seminar will be used to debate issues from the Enlightenment, such as the nature of man and the proper ways to govern citizens of a nation. As these were some of the same issues being discussed in the eighteenth century coffeehouses and salons, we will do our best to simulate that environment. This means, students should come to class dressed in professional attire (extra credit opportunity). Also, students are encouraged to bring to class their favorite [preferably caffeinated] beverage to stimulate conversation. Click here to access the grading rubric for Thursday's discussion.
Post-Writing Activity: Write two paragraphs in regards to our discussion today. Focus your writing on the nature of man and the responsibilities of governments to society. This assignment is due Friday, February 5th at the beginning of class.
Mr. Benschine, you might regret that caffeine statement. Just as a fair warning.
ReplyDeleteDo we need to prepare for this in any way? Answer any questions? Anything?
ReplyDeleteI most definitely agree with the CAFFEINATED beverage requirement...
ReplyDeleteoh god no!! emma is not allowed to have caffeine!! please mr b, for the good of all humanity, don't let her have caffeine!! O.0
ReplyDeleteEt tu, Becca? Tu ne peux pas as caffeine!
ReplyDeleteI might just sneak into my mom's closet and wear a pant suit with some heavy duty shoulder pads. Don't be surprised if I lecture about the dress code and how terrible Facebook is.
ReplyDeletelol... jessica win
ReplyDeletethat was pretty fun
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