I haven't had an english course in 2 years, and I must say that it's really a nice change from my previous Bio courses. There, my only writing occurred in lab reports or analyses of scientific studies and the only reading material was in the fat textbook. I can honestly say that I am much happier reading stories that aren't entirely based on facts, numbers, or charts, but on literary elements like style, theme, and symbolism.
Overall, I've really liked the chosen readings for the semester. I thought We was a really interesting read, especially having read 1984 previously. As for the short stories, I think that the ones we've read have also been good choices. I've really always enojoyed reading this genre of literature, mainly because the authors have such an amazing ability to put so much meaning and hidden details into a "short story." The textbook stated something along the lines that reading a story should take as much thought and deliberation as the actual writing did. This really helped me to realize that I shouldn't read something just to say I read it. The fun of reading comes in the deep interpretation and opinion forming process that one goes through when you really read and reread a story.
As for in class activities, I think our class discussions are becoming more helpful, but I really think I get a better idea of what people really think through our small group discussions. It's much more of a back and forth discussion where we're able to bounce ideas off each other about the story.
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