Journals have become a popular format in recent years for courses that require some writing. In-class journal entries can spark discussions and reveal gaps in students' understanding of the material.

During this first unit, we will begin a semester-long discussion about how to read closely and apply that knowledge to other texts. For the primary text of the lens essay we will view an episode from ...

Climate change remains one of the most urgent and debated issues in the United States today. With wildfires, hurricanes, and rising sea levels frequently making headlines, students are often tasked ...