LIT001 First Blog Project

Hey guys,

Let me first say that I am very much thrilled and grateful that you participated in this blog project of our Literature class. Cheers :-) This is somewhat unique for an English class in our locality since we are integrating technology (particularly social networking) in our learning of English as the second language. Basically, the intention of this blog is, through writing, it will help you express your feelings and ideas about certain topics, sometimes discussed, sometimes not. You are given the freedom to speak your mind out with reference to issues concerning each one of us. What’s also great about this project is that all of you can share, view and comment on your classmates’ work. Interesting right? I mean, in one way or another we will be able to get to know each other better, so clearly, the success of this project relies on your cooperation. Let me just ring a bell about the rule that I had been emphasizing in class-RESPECT (I need to capitalize that). Soon, you will be reading and understanding the uniqueness of each one. I hope that you will take care of everyone’s opinion with utmost value and discretion. So, too much for that! I hope that you were able to read the terms that I personally sent to each of your email addresses. Let me say good luck, and let’s start to learn and have fun in this project. Let’s fire away and begin our first blog entry.

Your first blog entry is to write a descriptive essay about the theme, ‘Who am I?’.

The aim of descriptive essays is to provide a vivid picture of a person, location, object, or event. Descriptive essays contain detailed descriptions about something. Since the theme is about YOU, then, you need to describe yourself clearly and imaginatively (of course not to forget your creativity matters too:-)).

Descriptive writing should be exciting and intriguing. When you’re describing something, try to write it as if you were selling the idea or as if you would be paid if you convinced the person that they could actually imagine the subject essay via your description. You can talk about your family background, education, likes and dislikes, interests, crushes, dreams, events in your life that’s worth remembering and so much more (sky is the limit guys, I mean totally, anything you like to share about who you are is accepted)

Your entry should be within 300-500 words. You may create your own title and add photos of you or of anything to enhance your entry. Please post your entry on or before the deadline on July 18, 2010 at 12midnight HK time. If you have clarifications about your task, you may email me personally at ignatiusjosephestroga@gmail.com or you may see me anytime at your convenience at the CAS faculty room. Have fun! :-)