How to Read for this Course?
This seminar will be “unplugged” during class discussions. That means no laptops, cell phones, or tablets will be in use. Please bring annotated physical copies of readings and/or handwritten or printed notes. These practices–annotation and note taking–will help you learn the intricacies of the texts we are discussing and begin to develop knowledge about them.
Why are we not allowed technology during class discussions?
Researchers have documented the impact of reading online in comparison to working with physical books and articles. We know now that the digital turn has impacted reading comprehension, sustained focus, and spatial memory, all of which are skills that you will need in the workforce and daily life. One of the goals in this class is to help students develop those skills by bringing physical texts back into the classroom and being more intentional about our technology use.
Where do I obtain our readings?
All readings are available at the bookstore. You can also buy them online at any online bookseller. Copies are also available through Course Reserves located at the Circulation Desk. Below is the list of book titles:
- S. A. Cosby, All the Sinners Bleed
- Nora Neus, 24 Hours in Charlottesville: An Oral History of the Stand against White Supremacy
- Deepak Singh, How May I Help You? An Immigrant’s Journey from MBA to Minimum Wage
- Paula Whyman, Bad Naturalist
- *** Other readings will be handed out over the course of the semester (see Schedule for specific titles and authors).