Category Archives: English 30 Language Technology and Culture (Spring 2009)

one year down, three to go

Posted on May 6, 2009 by Michael

Well, not quite done. I still have a short essay to write, which is pretty much already written in my head and just needs to get down on paper. But virtually, my first year in my PhD program is done. … Continue reading →

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Sony Reader reflective commentary

Posted on April 26, 2009 by Michael

I’ve finished my reflective commentary on using the Sony Reader in my graduate seminar and on possible redesigns for the Reader. I thought I’d share my commentary here. It’s a bit long (11.5 pages), so I’m attaching it to this … Continue reading →

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some random stuff akin to notes to you the reader

Posted on February 16, 2009 by Michael

• I went to New York City last weekend, as I mentioned in my previous post. State College leaves me unfulfilled in so many ways, but mostly it has to do with the lack of people, diversity, good food, interesting … Continue reading →

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English 30 reflections post #3 and my own reading experiences

Posted on February 16, 2009 by Michael

I’ve been meaning to journal about teaching English 30 a bit more frequently this term, but just haven’t been forcing myself to write this term like I have in the past. So far, I’m excited about the strong conversations my … Continue reading →

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English 30 reflections post #2

Posted on January 21, 2009 by Michael

We spent today in the library, where my students checked out their Sony e-book Readers for the term and were “orientated” to them. Largely uneventful, but my students are already asking questions about the functionality of the device. One student … Continue reading →

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