Refer to This American Life Archive by Contributor, Sarah Vowell and the Reading Script Instructions. (THIS ASSIGNMENT HAS TWO PARTS)
Listen to one of the radio essays read aloud by author Sarah Vowell.
As you listen, pay particular attention to pauses, as well as changes in volume, speed, emphasis, and vocal tone, and consider how these oral reading techniques add meaning to the written word. Additionally, consider how the written text may provide hints or clues about which of these oral techniques should be used.
Write a 525- to 700-word creative personal essay intended to be read aloud using the radio essay and the readings for this week as a model or inspiration. Incorporate at least one mini-scene with dialogue (a line or two is sufficient) and scene description. Insert at least three bracketed cues for someone reading your essay aloud, indicating vocal techniques or changes that would add meaning to your piece.
Be sure to review the week one announcement on topic restrictions to ensure that you choose an acceptable topic.
Write a 300- to 525-word reflection paper on your creative personal essay. Discuss how you adapted the techniques identified in your chosen radio essay in your creative personal essay. Include the following:
The influence of listening to Sarah Vowell’s radio essay (or the recording of your selected essay) on your writing
Your goals for the essay, including your choice of topic and writing style
How the bracketed reading cues you added are intended to alter or enhance the mood or meaning of the essay
Format your assignment according to appropriate course-level APA or MLA guidelines.
I have attached the Reading Script Instructions for assistance.
Here is the link to the “This American Life Archive by Contributor, Sarah Vowell” https://www.thisamericanlife.org/archive
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