Assignment 1 and 2 Instructions
Copy and use this template (without instructions) to submit your work:
Content (10 points total)
1. Main Point
Clearly state the major point of the Ted Talk.
(Take care to ONLY write about the MAIN point.)
Maximum 125 words
2. Textual Connections
a) Textual Connection # 1:
Clearly describe ONE point in common between both the Talk and the Text.
How do they overlap? What did you learn from the talk that expanded or changed how you understood the topic in the text alone? Be very precise and specific.
Maximum 125 words
b) Textual Connection # 2:
Clearly describe ANOTHER point in common between both the Talk and the Text.
How do they overlap? What did you learn from the talk that expanded or changed how you understood the topic in the text alone? Be very precise and specific.
Maximum 125 words
3. Personal Reflection
Describe how this Ted Talk has impacted YOU on a personal level.
• How did it make you feel?
• How has it changed you?
• What is the take home message for you?
• Do not introduce new material from the talk or text in this section
• Maximum 125 words
Grammar and Style (2.5 points)
• Use title headings for each section: 1. Main Point 2. Textual Connections 3. Personal Reflection
• Clearly address all points asked for in the instructions.
• Do not use outside sources. Use only your textbook and the Talk
• This is an academic class. Proofread your work
• Marks are assigned for grammar, punctuation and style.
• Read the Seneca guidelines on academic honesty before beginning your work. Plagiarism may result in a zero grade for the assignment.
• Plagiarism includes copying from other students – our systems can pick this up. Your work must be your own.
• Take enough time to work on the assignment! Give yourself a chance to learn and grow.