The Assignment: In a complete academic essay explain: How can an individual fight racial injustices and empower himself/herself and others in the face of discrimination? Think critically and reflect on the following categories: What problems come about because of racism? Why should individuals become aware of racism? What can individuals do to improve race issues […]
Discipline: English
Scott Galloway “How Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google Manipulate our Emotions”Scott Galloway “How Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google Manipulate our Emotions”
Based on the information you learned from Scott Galloway’s video, how do big companies manipulate your emotions. In your opinion, what could you do to remain independent? Develop your ideas by writing at least two (3) well-developed body paragraphs. https://www.ted.com/talks/scott_galloway_how_amazon_apple_facebook_and_google_manipulate_our_emotions?referrer=playlist-talks_to_watch_instead_of_shop
A Case for Student Communication in Online Classes” by Nagel, Blignaut, and CronjA Case for Student Communication in Online Classes” by Nagel, Blignaut, and Cronj
Read “Read-Only Participants: A Case for Student Communication in Online Classes” by Nagel, Blignaut, and Cronje which is located in the Resource section of Topic 3. After reading the Nagel, Blignaut, and Cronje article, write a 250-500-word article summary. Refer to the guidelines for writing an effective summary presented in the Topic 3 Resource. Be sure […]
Discuss the importance of properly selecting and applying electrical splices and joints in residential or commercial wiring systems. How does this impact the safety and reliability of the electrical system?Discuss the importance of properly selecting and applying electrical splices and joints in residential or commercial wiring systems. How does this impact the safety and reliability of the electrical system?
Discuss the importance of properly selecting and applying electrical splices and joints in residential or commercial wiring systems. How does this impact the safety and reliability of the electrical system?
Your essays must be a minimum of three pages in length, use at least one passage from a text we’ve read, and follow standard MLA formatting guidelines.Your essays must be a minimum of three pages in length, use at least one passage from a text we’ve read, and follow standard MLA formatting guidelines.
here are some of the passages to use: Poem: “Stopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening” (Robert Frost) Painting: “The Bay” (Helen Frankenthaler) Photograph: “Moon and Half Dome” (Ansel Adams) Story: “A White Heron” (Sarah Orne Jewett) Story: “Edison, New Jersey” (Junot Diaz) Song: “9 to 5” (Dolly Parton) Painting: “New York Movie” (Edward Hopper) […]
Provide a moral critique of Wonder Woman. Write an argument answering this question: does this person truly fit your standards of a “hero”?Provide a moral critique of Wonder Woman. Write an argument answering this question: does this person truly fit your standards of a “hero”?
Source Requirements: You are required to use three sources in this essay. The first source should be your primary source, which is the superhero Wonder Woman (a comic book or movie). You must quote from this primary source at least 2-3 times. The second source should be an article or media from our unit (you have nine options listed […]
Select a person, place, or thing to observe. Ideally, your subject should be something that contains enough details that you can use the full range of your senses (sight, sound, smell tasteSelect a person, place, or thing to observe. Ideally, your subject should be something that contains enough details that you can use the full range of your senses (sight, sound, smell taste
Select a person, place, or thing to observe. Ideally, your subject should be something that contains enough details that you can use the full range of your senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch). You might also consider selecting something that you are unfamiliar with so that you will see it with fresh eyes. (Choosing a […]
How did the monumental struggles of the Greek heroes define effective leadership?How did the monumental struggles of the Greek heroes define effective leadership?
minimum 1500 words. Must have title (different than one provided) , thesis, in text citations In the ancient readings assigned in this class, what lessons do the Ancient Greeks teach us about the importance of personal character in a leader. How does the character of a leader effect the maintenance of a well functioning society and […]
Critical Reading and Thinking with the Toulmin Method: “The value of a college education?”Critical Reading and Thinking with the Toulmin Method: “The value of a college education?”
“I am worried since we often find ourselves reading so much miscellaneous, unprofessional, and bizzare materials–especially online by using a smartphone –and we have gradually lost the ability of careful reading and thinking! Many of us simply read to spot what we need to capture, without a genuine comprehension and interpretation–How about you? Please pay […]
SaturdayDiscussion Forum Three: Rhetorical Analysis–Post by Thursday, Respond by SaturdaySaturdayDiscussion Forum Three: Rhetorical Analysis–Post by Thursday, Respond by Saturday
Rhetorical analysis involves critical thinking about how – and how well – an author presents an argument and persuades his or her audience. This week, you are going to practice analyzing rhetoric by examining the rhetorical appeals an author has used to persuade readers and by determining whether or not they were effective. Directions for […]