Class today:

"What idea/point did I want my readers to know?"

From my first paper, I wanted to convey to my readers that coming from strict and overprotective parents I have learned to become very independent. I also wanted to point out that how you were raised and your background can affect you in the long run.

Robinson's Lecture on Education notes:

Sir Ken Robinson's was very humorous and his lecture was very enjoyable to listen to. He engaged his listeners by being funny. I noted how he said, "creativity is as important as literacy" and also, "all kids have tremendous talent." I could relate to the example he brought up as he said, "kids grow into creativity and grow out of it as we get older."

Brainstorming ideas for paper #2:

What comes to mind when I think of teacher is someone who listens, engages their students, and is there to support their student regardless of any learning disability that they may have. When I think of teacher, I always think of Mr. Huggins. He was a teacher at my elementary school who helped students with after school tutoring and also was in charge of student patrol. I think I will use him as an example of a good teacher. I still think about him often and hope he is doing well. I think I will wait to see the movies to find if I can compare or contrast him to them.