I require my ENC 1102 to give a presentation on their documented argument essay. Generally it is initially met with complaints, however, by the time they do the actual presentation, they enjoy it. Last night was presentation night and i had some excellent power points. They are not required to do a power point, however, many of them do so. It is always so wonderful to see them talk about their essays and essay topics. They demonostrate their research and understanding of the topics in a way the essay does not always show. These presentations have been successful.
Last night I had a particularly striking presentation. One of my students wrote his essay on patriotism-the essay itself was so good, it actually moved me to tears as I was reading it. He waited until the very end before he presented and after his presentation, it was very clear why. He gave the required presentation and then at the end he explained why he went last-he referred to all of the topics and students and stated that each and everyone of them demonstrated their patriotism through the chosen topics. They showed that they loved and were concerned about their country enough to research on topics that affect each and every one, climate, bullying, beauty-image in society, organic food, tattoos in the workplace. It was a very moving presentation and I think it affected every student.
This is why I enjoy teaching!
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