On+Dumpster+Diving

Previous Homework:

 * Read the essay "On Dumpster Diving" by Lars Eighner.
 * Be sure to annotate as you read, either on your print copy on using WebNotes. Look for Eighner's overall purpose and the rhetorical strategies he uses to achieve this.

Bell Ringer:
Spend 10 minutes preparing your notes handout for a Socratic Circle on "On Dumpster Diving."
 * Socratic Circle Notes

Student Discussion:

 * Break into circle groups for Socratic Circles. Appoint discussion director for each group.
 * Each group discusses in the inside circle for five (5) minutes, using the online timer. Remember to take notes on the inside circle's discussion when you are in the outside circle (since you aren't allowed to TALK!)
 * When circles have concluded, discuss impressions as a class.

Connections to Society
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Analyzing Eighner's Essay
In table groups, work to discuss and complete the analysis notes. [|On Dumpster Diving.docx] Come together to discuss as a class.

Quick Assessment
Log in to QuizStar and take the quiz titled "On Dumpster Diving." Discuss answers with the class.

Taking the Thought With You
For homework, post a response to the two prompts in the discussion board, and, for each, respond to at least one of your classmates. (That is at least 4 total!) The discussion rubric will help you understand the expectations of an online discussion and will hopefully improve the quality of the discussion. Please read it before entering the conversation. You may also want to check out the [|handout for tips on making meaningful comments.]