The aim of this session was to prepare students for the essay title:
WHAT ARE THE KEY IDEAS BEING PRESENTED BY FITZGERALD IN THE FIRST FOUR CHAPTERS?
Class discussion considered possible content for the first two paragraphs and students were made aware of the ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVES that drive this essay. Class discussion attempted to generate content for the third paragraph. I expect this essay to be three paragraphs and a conclusion. The conclusion needs to consider if this novel remains relevant. It was made clear during the session how the assessment objectives differ from the previous 'How does the writer...' essay question focus. Students were provided with more resources that will allow the shaping of relevant content. This is an essay that not only demands that students exhibit an understanding of the symbolic content of The Great Gatsby but also exhibit an understanding of the significance of historical context, and respond to the views of other readers. THIS IS A MASSIVE ESSAY.
The last essay served to illustrate the wonderful work ethic of this class but some students were struggling to explain how textual reference served to reinforce their argument. I would hope that the work that we have attempted to improve this feature of our written work will be reflected in the critical precision of this essay.
HOMEWORK: I expect this essay to be handed to me on Friday. Please feel free to email the essay on Thursday. If you want to produce a draft that I can mark before your final copy, send me some work before Wednesday. This is a very important essay.
Students also need to keep reading the text. Our focus next week will be Chapter Five and Chapter Six.
Toodle Pip LIT FREAKS.
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