discussion+questions

=Posting Instructions= 1) DO NOT post responses on this page!! Go to your group page and click the link for the discussion question you're responding to. 2) Post your response on the page, making sure to put your name at the beginning of your response. 3) Respond to all members of your group at least once, and sign your name to each.

=Posting Rules= -leave a thoughtful response for each question that's neither too long or short -please be sure to respond to all members of your group at least once -write courteous and constructive responses to your group members, even if you don't agree with them -make sure to post your original response by midnight on Friday of each week

=Discussion Questions= __**Discussion Question #1**__ Throughout this course, we will explore the characteristics that define the classic superhero. For this initial discussion, write about your preconceptions of heroic qualities. What traits do you think classic superheroes possess? Give examples of classic superheroes that exhibit the qualities you come up with.

Your initial post needs to be 300-400 words and is due by midnight on 11/9. In addition, you must respond at least once to every member of your group by midnight on 11/10.

__**Discussion Question #2**__ You've read about the classic heroic archetypes and the hero's journey. Choose a hero and discuss their "heroic journey". Make sure to provide lots of examples. If you don't feel like the hero you chose ever went through a particular stage of the hero's journey, explain why.

Your initial post needs to be 300-400 words and is due by midnight on 11/16. In addition, you must respond at least once to every member of your group by midnight on 11/17.

__**Discussion Question #3**__ Think about all the examples of classic superheroes that you've seen in this class. How do modern day heroes and comics stand up to the classics? What are the similarities and differences? Do you think that the basic qualities and characteristics of superheroes has changed over time? Why or why not?

Your initial post needs to be 300-400 words and is due by midnight on 11/23. In addition, you must respond at least once to every member of your group by midnight on 11/24.

=Discussion Rubric=
 * **Requirements** || **Score** ||
 * responded thoughtfully to discussion prompt || /25 ||
 * post was appropriate in length and posted before deadline || /25 ||
 * attention was given to conventions, spelling, and grammar || /25 ||
 * responded thoughtfully and constructively to all members of group || /25 ||
 * **SCORE** || /100 ||