Topic I

Using an article from a mainstream magazine or newspaper, summarize the main claim about the the internet so the reader clearly understands the gist of the article. (15 minutes)

Write a position statement, evaluating the substance or logic of the claim given what you have learned and experienced so far this semester. Compare with one of the articles you have read so far from _Composing Cyberspace_ (15 minutes).

Topic II

Using an advertisement from a mainstream magazine or newspaper, describe the ad in enough detail so the reader can visualize how the internet is represented or how the ad seeks to use an image of the internet to sell an otherwise unrelated product. (15 minutes)

Write a position statement responding to a media advertisement and compare the claim/s with what you have learned from your readings. (15 minutes)