Of Mice and Men Individual Study
(last
updated May 20, 2001)
The purpose of this
final study is to demonstrate your mastery of both the novel and one or more
of the approaches to literature we have studied this year. Because this study is also designed to be
individual, it will evolve from year to year and class to class. Optional components are included for this
purpose, so be sure you are aware of which components are being used for you
and your class. Finally, be aware that
this can be used for both a Major Work and an Exam Grade.
The objectives for
your study are as follows:
The process for your
study will unfold as described here:
Begin by adopting the
attitude that you are being asked to show the class that you have truly learned
to explore literature on your own.
Next, generate a focus of study, an angle on the book. Use classmates and the ideas provided by the
teacher (these are available by clicking HERE)
to create your study focus. Having
established your focus, conduct your study by exploring the book, creating your
literary perspective, and deciding how you wish to present it to the
class. You will have _____ days to
complete your preparation. Finally, you
will present your study to the class in an informative presentation and/or
paper. Remember, your presentation is informative
only and not a teaching exercise (unless you are told otherwise); you
will present only, with little or no class participation.
Here are the possible components
of your study. Carefully note which
options are required of you and/or your class.
Yes No full preparation of presentation/paper,
including notes or drafts (___points, DW)
Yes No informative presentation to the class (_____
minutes)
Yes No educational presentation to the class (_____
minutes)
Yes No fully developed paper graded w/ the Writing About Literature
Rubric (_____ para.)
Yes No presentation and/or paper is being used for
an Exam Grade and/or MW grade.
Of Mice and Men Individual Study Presentation Rubric
Name:_______________________________
The presentation:
clearly demonstrates command
of novel both in understanding and analysis.
_____ remarkable _____ no problem _____ questionable
powerfully demonstrates mastery
of one or more literary perspectives.
_____ masterful _____ gets it _____ superficial
uniquely addresses your
chosen study focus.
_____ distinguished _____ good _____ ordinary
is professionally presented
in the time allowed.
_____ professional _____ student _____ haphazard
Grade:_____
Of Mice and Men Individual Study Presentation Rubric
Name:_______________________________
The presentation:
clearly demonstrates command
of novel both in understanding and analysis.
_____ remarkable _____ no problem _____ questionable
powerfully demonstrates
mastery of one or more literary perspectives.
_____ masterful _____ gets it _____ superficial
uniquely addresses your
chosen study focus.
_____ distinguished _____ good _____ ordinary
is professionally presented
in the time allowed.
_____ professional _____ student _____ haphazard
Grade:_____