Each week, you should turn in two discussion questions (two per week, not two per reading). They should be questions that engage the readings; if there are focus readings (listed in bold), it is preferable though not required that you focus your questions on those readings. The questions should create discussion, not be easy to answer factual questions, nor simple statements of opinion. They should be analytical, critical, or evaluative, i.e., they should try to explore or extend the ideas in the readings in some way.
Due: Every week, 24 hours before class, by email to the professor.
Note: Exceptionally good discussion questions will be awarded Citizenship Points.
Additional Resources
- How to Ask Good Questions (Patrick Rael, Bowdoin College)
- What Makes a Question Good? (Patrick Rael, Bowdoin College)
- How To: Write Questions that Stimulate Discussion (Thinkfinity)