ENG 480, Computers and Writing
Western Illinois University
Fall 2003

Group work

Here are the group assignments I have asked everyone to complete, and the results, if available.

Understanding Media, Part One:
The Medium is the Message
Media as an Extension of the Senses
Hot and Cold Media
Narcissus Narcosis
Electric light as medium

9/10: Secondary Orality
What is secondary orality? Give an example.
Full assignment | Finished work

9/03: What is technology?
Ong states that "writing is a technology." But what is a technology?
Finished work

8/29: Characteristics of Orality
Ong notes many characteristics of orality. Let's convert his long definitions into shorter ones with examples from contemporary culture.
Full assignment | Finished work

Updated 23 Aug 2003