A Word Without Literature? No Way!!!

Okay, so i am not so sure on how to start this blog, seeing as i have never done one before. I did try to keep a journal once, but it got boring. The reason why i am doing this, is because its for school. So here goes nothing---

During our last class, we (the students) had to imagine a world where, uh, students were no longer required to take Literature classes. We had to respond to this by writing a "short reflective essay, discussing the ways in which the next generation might be different, without little exposure to literary works." The next day of class, we were given an assignment to basically blog what we wrote and "discuss the areas of 'real world application' that you've identified."

To summarize my thoughts on this "world" i thought it would be an apocalyptic change. ( Okay, i admit, i wasn't that dramatic in my essay.) The only good thing i saw in this world was that the kids who detest reading and writing would not have to take the classes. Unfortunately, by allowing this, there will be kids going out in the world without really ever knowing or learning about how much of a contribution the literary world made to our culture. Like it or not, literature is pretty important . English classes maybe about reading and writing, but it gives students more than that. Students who do take the English classes will gain valuable skills that will surely benefit them in their futures'. Skills like critical thinking, grammar, learning how to read, and write. I am pretty sure that most employers value those type of skills.

Whether your a cashier at some fast food restaurant or a doctor, those skills are going to be beneficial for your life. Of course, if your a doctor it's going to be even more important to know those things. Since, my major is English it would seem pretty stupid if i didn't value literature. (I just have to keep reminding myself that. Value literature. Value literature. Valure literature).