MultiGenre+Novel+Assignment

The Multi-Genre Novel Project Adapted from NCETA conference 2007 270 Points A multigenre project is just what it sounds like. It incorporates ideas from a novel or idea into multiple genres. These genres explore the same material and ideas that a critique paper might, but they do it in a way that is far more exciting and fun to do. __ Your Task: __ Create a project that includes various formats (A.K.A. “genres”) of writing that help a reader understand the various aspects and/or information from your novel. __ SPECIFICS __ Overall, your project should contain: ó Letter to Mrs. Blalock stating why you chose the book that you did and what you expect it to be like. This should be about half a page, double spaced. ó Three **different** genres that meet the following criteria: o One MUST be **non-fiction** piece, either newspaper, memoir, essay, magazine, or speech o One MUST be **fiction** piece, either poetry, short story, or character sketch o One is a genre of your choice (see the spiffy attached list) ó For each genre, you must have a narrative discussing the relevance and importance of the information depicted. This should be AT LEAST 15-20 sentences and should illustrate your expertise in the area that the genre is related to. ó A creative way to turn the project in. __ Genre Piece Specifics __ In your pieces YOU MUST: __ Steps: __ A Final Note or Two This won’t be easy, but you can do it. You will have to think. You will have to get creative. You will have to read, plan, and create! It will take time and effort. But YOU can do all those things! You’re capable of, not only doing this project, but getting an “A” on it. Do not procrastinate on this project, you will regret it!! ** Choice List ** Journal Letter Short Story or Chapter Play Comic Strip (15 frames) Pamphlet Obituary Diary Entry Memo Dialogue Comedy Sketch Movie Review Directions Written debate Observation Notes Commentary Photo with captions Police Report Commercial Playbill Poster Tickets Dual Thoughts Stream of Consciousness Mural (3’x 3’) Wedding Announcement Graduation Announcement Biographical Sketch Painting Original Song Lyrics Interview Radio Script Television Script Invitation Persuasive Essay Chart Diagram Compare/Contrast Worksheet Tests/Quizzes Advertisement Collage Myth Map Web Page Video Magazine Cover Lists Letter to Editor Trivia Facts Recipe Doctor’s Report Eulogy Extended Metaphor Game (w/ instructions, board, and playing pieces) Documentary Newsletter Original Art Wanted Poster Movie Poster CD Cover Illustrations Dioramas Scrapbook Page(s) Yearbook Page(s) Sermon E-mail Instant Messaging Postcards Bulletin Boards Statues Fax ** Mulitgenre Project Rubric ** Genre pieces: Required: Non-fiction #1 ___/15 points (due 9/16/2009)__ __ Fiction # 1 ___/ 15 points (due 9/16/2009) Choice pieces: Choice #1 ___/ 15 points (due 9/16/2009)__ __ Genres must address the following to receive points: ___ __Character analysis ___ __Setting ___ __Theme ___ __Conflict Genre total __/ 90 points End Notes: Non-Fiction #1 ___/ 30 points (due 9/16/2009)__ __ Fiction # 1 ___/ 30 points (due 9/16/2009) Choice #1 ___/ 30 points (due 9/16/2009)__ __ End Notes total ___/90 points Narrative ___/ 40 points (due 3/23/2009)__ __ Presentation ___/ 50 points (scheduled 3/23/2009) **This is the final for this class (assessment grade)**
 * 1) Analyze a single character – i.e. What motivates them to do something (a specific action in the book)? How do they behave? How do they interact with other characters? How do they think? How do they see the world? Etc.
 * 2) Define the setting – i.e. Time, place, weather, etc. How do these things affect the characters? The scene or novel’s mood? The story’s theme? The story’s conflict?
 * 3) Address the theme – What is the author trying to tell us about human nature? Is he or she saying something about love/friendship/hatred/acceptance/something else???
 * 4) Explain the conflict – What problems are the characters facing? How do they feel about it?
 * 5) Present YOUR feelings and beliefs on the story, its characters/theme/etc.
 * 1) Choose a novel that interests you.
 * 2) Write your letter to Mrs. B
 * 3) ** Read ** the novel, cover to cover and think about how you will represent it – what genres will you use?
 * 4) Create those genres
 * 5) Write your narratives explaining your genres
 * 6) Put it all together - NEATLY
 * 7) Turn in your project on 9/16/2009 (due date)
 * 8) Present your project to the class
 * 9) Relax!
 * // And the list goes on ... //**
 * Project total /270 points**