English Composition as a Happening

"English Composition as a Happening" by Charles Deemer is an article that talks about how the school system as a whole is corrupt, but more specifically The English Composition. Deemer begins to tell about the flaws wrong with the system such as the way the teacher presents his or herself in front of the class room and how if effects the way the students learn in the classroom. He comes up with a solution to restore The English Composition he referred to as the "happening". The purpose of the happening is to remove the traditional sense of a teacher with authority that sits up in front of the class and talks at the the students. The change begins with the teacher to find a way to connect with the class to inspire the class and reduce the distance between teacher and class to leave room for more discussions. Throughout the article, Deemer's paragraphs are separated by thoughtful quotes by professors or books. These quotes help support Deemer's main idea of changing the English Composition and help the reader reflect on Deemer's opinion and how it is supported by the opinions of others.