Today was the first official demo--those from last two days had been models, given by those in the institute last summer. I can see how the models really helped presenters to understand what to do. Problem for us--we don't have anybody from last summer's institute. We don't have a last summer's institute. I would have a demo, of course, but I don't think the model demo should be a college one.
So I thought maybe we could build some "guest lecture" money into the grant budget and bring in a couple of people from this summer's CTWP. I don't think we'd have any trouble getting them to visit--the beach is a definite draw. I'll pay close attention the demos, and see which ones I like the best as a model.
Had a good time with author's chair this morning after journal writing. No tears--just fun. Shirley read a passage (I can't remember who by) that praised writing about the mundane, about everyday objects. So that was our task. While one could certainly be serious about it, something about that task invites silliness and play.
Other than the first demo, the main event was beginning the research project, based on a "burning question." (I like this term--I'm going to use it in 3360.) The afternoon was spent in the library, researching. I brought a project with me, for which I had completed most of the research already, so I worked on writing it.
One problem with the 2009 SI we'll have to deal with is making sure all participants, even if they aren't taking it for credit, can have full library access. I have my TexShare card, but can access the databases only at the public terminals in the library. Of course, I can simply log on to TAMU-CC remotely, but not everyone would have that option. They will need a campus computer log-in as well. We need to start a logistics list--what are the "bureaucracy" type things we will need to do to pull off our SI? And what kind of time frame are we working with here, given that we won't have official word on the grant until November? (Like getting new course numbers, etc.)
Tomorrow: pot luck lunch and visiting author. I doubt I will post tomorrow, since I will be on the highway, headed home for the weekend, as soon as we dismiss.
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Catherine-
I'm jealous but convinced that this experience is EXCELLENT for you! You already responded to my itty bitty work on the grant, and I'll have some more time to work next week. Get some sleep & revel (??) in your writing productivity. We did have a "writing a little every day " discussion in the grant workshop Friday afternoon. And I think these notes are going to be priceless as we plan /write the grant.
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