Posts by mburtis (Martha)
A Response
It’s been a troubling 48 hours for me — thinking through a response to Concerned Student. I made this short video last night, and I hope it allays any concerns. If not, please let me know.…
Read MoreOut of the War and Into Noir
As Week One of noir106 draws to a close, I wanted to offer some of my own impressions of Noir. I’m not ashamed to admit that I’m not a Noir expert. I decided to teach this class late last fall, and by then Bond and Groom had already decided to …
Read MoreOut of the War and Into Noir
As Week One of noir106 draws to a close, I wanted to offer some of my own impressions of Noir. I’m not ashamed to admit that I’m not a Noir expert. I decided to teach this class late last fall, and by then Bond and Groom had already decided to …
Read MoreThe Burtis Files: Week One
I put together this video for my section of #ds106 #noir106, but others might also find it useful.
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Read MoreThe Witness
In the beginning were the howlers. Visitors wore their best clothes and most somber expressions, as if entering a great cathedral. My friend was there. This I find strange. It was the sublimest experience I ever witnessed, and I think the memory of it will remain with me always.
This …
Read MoreIt all started on a Monday. . .
Hello world!
Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start blogging!…
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