University of Montana Week 1 Jericho Brown TedTalk Discussion Questions

I’m working on a literature multi-part question and need an explanation and answer to help me learn.

For each of the questions you should write at least one meaty paragraph which contains at least five sentences. You are welcome to write more than one paragraph, if you want. This should not be a rough draft; it should be considered and polished prose.

Make sure you have these questions copied on to your assignment. Social scientists have proven you will do better this way— in all of your classes.

1. What did you learn from watching the Jericho Brown TedTalk? Please use 2 quotes from the video as a way to ground your Reflection. Begin with Jericho’s words and then transition to how this relates to your life and ideas on writing.

2. What has surprised you about the writing of poetry? Please explain using examples from 2 poems you read this week in the module.

3. What is your specific plan for doing the work for this class? Remember that writing creatively doesn’t happen quickly; you will need to find a quiet place where you can listen to your own thoughts.

4. What are you most proud of regarding our class?

5. Is there something you would like to ask me or tell me? (You can write a considered question or a paragraph here.)