The Ultimate Top Ten: a class list of ten texts that have been influential beyond all borders of space and time.

Rule #1: Nominate no more than three texts, one post at a time. Rule #2: you must write a full explanation of what makes the text essential. Rule #3: you can't vote for one someone else has proposed until the whole class has posted at least once (that's 21 comments).

Reflect on Writing

What things have contributed to your strengths as a writer so far? What weaknesses concern you still? What will you do to make those weaknesses go away?

Reflect on Reading

How have you changed as a reader since last year? Since middle school? What do you need to be a better reader between now and college? How do you plan to get there?

Reflect on Communication

What forms of communication are your most favored? When it comes to technology, tell us how you got started using a format for communication, too. For example, I know you started using this blog because I asked you to, so explain your other communication methods.

Reflect on Learning

What study methods work best for you in learning difficult material? What hints can you offer others?

Reflect on Literature

What were the most severe difficulties in reading the novel(s) you chose? The rewards?

First Blog Assignment

Give a brief biography of yourself, and a short explanation of your plans for next year.