LitMUSE

FAQ

Below, I provide a list of questions that students ask me frequently. If you have a question, it is likely you will find the answer on this web site by looking first at your specific course information, doing a search, or by consulting this FAQ. You might also send a message to your class’ group. If all else fails, send me an email. Who knows: your question might become one that will eventually be answered on this page.

General Questions

  1. How do I contact you, Dr. Lucas?

Computer/Online Questions

  1. How do I know if I’m ready to take an online course?
  2. How do I blog?
  3. How do I comment on a blog?
  4. OK, what do you want to see on a blog and how are entries evaluated?
  5. How do I write on a wiki?

Logistical Questions

  1. How do I check my grades?
  2. Where do I find the Self Evaluation Form and the Course Evaluation Form?

General Writing Questions

  1. Where can I find additional assistance with writing?
  2. What are some general tips to help me write in your class (or all my classes, for that matter)?
  3. What’s the minimum I should check before submitting an essay for evaluation?
  4. How do I prepare a prospectus?

Writing About Literature Questions

  1. What is MLA citation style and how do I use it?
  2. What is the minimum I need to know when writing about literature?
  3. What are some reasons for keeping a blog, or class journal?
  4. What are some general ways to get started writing about literature?
  5. How do I blog?
  6. How do I comment on a blog?
  7. OK, what do you want to see on a blog and how are entries evaluated?
  8. How do I write on a wiki?
  9. What does “research” and “response” entail?
  10. What is Reader Response Criticism and how do I write it?

Teaching and Learning Questions

  1. What does each letter grade mean?
  2. How do I take strong notes?
  3. What is active learning?

Regents’ Test Questions

  1. Where can I get information about the Regents’ Essay Exam?
  2. What are the directions for the Regents’ Essay Exam?
  3. Where can I see a sample of the Regents’ Essay Exam?
  4. Is there any way to satisfy the Regents’ requirement without having to take the exam?