Monday, January 27, 2014

Reflection 01: Table for One—On Eating Alone


The Buddha is said to have proclaimed: “There is no joy in eating alone.” Today, that seems to be a sentiment shared by many Americans. Though attitudes (and situations) may be changing, Americans generally disdain solo dining. But why? Why does eating alone inspire so much dread in people? For this reflection you must have one meal in public, alone. As you do so, consider: Are you enjoying it? Are you uncomfortable? What, if anything, do you do in addition to eating? Finally, why are Americans are so averse to eating by themselves—and what makes eating alone okay in most people's eyes?

Note: The meal you have alone needn't be anything extravagant. The point is simply to eat by yourself, be it in a cafe, food court, restaurant, or cafeteria. Also, remember that dinner is often thought by Americans be the most challenging meal to have alone.

Include at least two of the following in your discussion:

Required:
  • MLA Style
  • Works cited 
  • Two full pages in length

Due: We 02.05

Sunday, January 26, 2014

Week 01: Mo 27/We 29

Kapolei, Hawaii

Week 01: Mo 27/We 29
Class: Syllabus review; Introductions

Upcoming:

Week 02: Mo 03/We 05
Class: Lectures—“Engaging Writing as a Process 2.0” “Next Generation Learning Spaces: A Guide”
Due: REFLECTION 01