This is the course website for English 213, Section A, taught by Quinn Warnick at Iowa State University during spring 2008. Please refer to the policy document, found at the top of the center column, for more information about this class. Updates to the syllabus will be posted to this site one week in advance, and any changes to the readings and/or assignments will be reflected in the summaries for each week.
Journal Entry on Narcissism, Exhibitionism, and Privacy
Reflect on the three articles you read for Tuesday's class by briefly answering the following questions:
- Do you agree with those who argue that today's youth are more narcissistic than youth from previous generations? Why or why not?
- Are sites like MySpace and Facebook merely evidence of narcissism, or do they serve other purposes?
- Have you ever "overexposed" yourself, or do you know someone else who has? What were the ramifications of doing so?
- What is your opinion of the "reputation repair" industry?