Satire
Problem Solving
The problem / solution essay lends itself to “lateral thinking,” a term coined by Dr. Edward de Bono to describe a cognitive approach seeking many solutions to a single problem and new alternatives to old patterns. In class you have generated essay topic problems—anything from the practical to the extravagant. After examining the pros and cons for each solution and determining the more feasible ones, I have asked you to write satires to be shared with an online audience. Everyone enjoys a good laugh—and satire is often a good vehicle for conveying problems that need attention.¹ In addition to submitting your own satire, you must respond to three of your classmates’ satires. You are not limited to three; you may respond to more.
¹Connell, James. V. et. al. Writing 2: Becoming a Writer. United States: Center for Learning, 2000.
7 Responses to 'Satire'
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.
on February 25th, 2006 at 8:07 pm
Well, I did it. I have joined the blogging community!
We will be completing some of our assignments via the blog!
on February 26th, 2006 at 10:59 pm
a NEW genre! Let it fly
on March 1st, 2006 at 9:17 am
Just testing things out. Kinda cool.
on March 1st, 2006 at 10:35 am
Hi
on March 1st, 2006 at 10:35 am
Hi. I am writing to get a homework grade. I am not sure about this blog yet.
on March 2nd, 2006 at 6:43 am
Hey Hey and good morning!! I’ll see you soon! By the way. . . I love the Blog idea, very new age! It’ll work out great!
on March 8th, 2006 at 10:08 pm
satirewire.com
STUDY FINDS WOMEN WHO DRINK
WAY MORE FUN TO STUDY
i think that this is annoying. it sounds like a teenage boy wrote this article because im sure that he thinks drunk girls are better to “study with.”