When writing a Critical/Analytical essay, look at what the author/poet/director… intends in the work, what techniques he or she uses to make those intentions clear, and the way in which the characters’ actions and attitudes reinforce those intentions. In this unit, you will be writing a Critical Analytical Essay. For now, respond to the following questions. This forum is simply a way for you to learn how to look at literature from a critical perspective:
1. What are the major insights into human nature that Ron Howard developed or revealed in the film A Beautiful Mind?
2. What deliberate choices were made by Ron Howard to develop these insights about the human spirit? (think of cinematic or directing techniques, not film elements)
3. Why are these choices significant?
4. What impression was Howard aiming to achieve? What was his goal in terms of audience, engagement, experience and appreciation?
Notice how each of the questions is examining Ron Howard’s (the director) perspective. In your responses, avoid phrases like “I think” or “I believe”. Phrase everything from a third person point of view. “Howard states that…” or “It is the director’s intention to…” When you write a Critical/Analytical Response essay, you will follow this same format.
Discussion Rubric 30-1
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Did not make any attempt to answer the question. There is no evidence that the questions presented have been addressed in the answer |
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Discussion postings are general and direct. They summarize basic, correct information, but do not offer any additional insight. Some of the questions are answered incorrectly |
Discussion postings display an understanding of the required reading. Students answers are purposeful and considered. Explanation is adequate and clarifies the student’s ideas.
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Discussion postings display an excellent understanding of the required readings. Student’s answers are insightful and ideas are confident. |