Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Paragraph Coherence (D)
In Los Angeles the use of dogs in the police force has been rejected, even though the benefits of using dogs is impressive. Dogs served as the preferred alternative to excessive force around houseing developments off campus for students attending the University of California Los Angeles. At UCLA, canines were first introduced in 1979 to aid University Officers in protecting the safety of students frorm nearby gangs. The purpose of canines in the police force is to provide an alternative to excessive and deadly force. Although suspects have claimed to be badly bitten, these cases are extremely rare compared to the many documented good deeds and rescues involving human lives performed by police canines. It has been concluded by the 6th Circuit Court tha, "since deaths are rare in police dog cases, deploying dogs cannot be condemned as deadly force" (Savage para. 12).
Paragraph Coherence (C)
Online chat rooms have also become a great source to use in the classroom. Chat rooms are very effective resources because they have even allowed me to converse with other member of my Biology class to discuss the lectures and labs. The chat room cana provide a learning environment outside of the classroom. A lot of classes around campus have the caht rooms set up privately for only the students registered in that class. This is a security device that makes sure people who do not belong to a particular class do not gain access to the room. Private chats can be set up if that interests the individual using the room. The chat room is a good source to use inside and outside of the classroom.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
paragraph coherance exercise
"* Belief that not enough is being done to provide safe social networking sites is dominant right now. There are many reports of kidnappings, assaults, and stalkers linked directly to these sites. There is also concern the majority of people doesn’t know or understand how to use the privacy settings. @[Another point being] that there are ways around these settings that more and more people are figuring out. I personally believe the middle ground should be dominant. A reason for this being the 'bad' effects of facebook and myspace have not affected me personally. @[Also] I understand the privacy settings and believe they work. @[I also think] the person has a lot to do with the situation and people responsible for social networking sites are not necessarily responsible for the safety of its users. The user decides how much information to reveal on these sites. I think it's important for a person to take responsibility for themselves in these kinds of situations."
This exercise was beneficial I thought, it's something new that i've never tried before. I see this exercise helping more and more with my future papers.
This exercise was beneficial I thought, it's something new that i've never tried before. I see this exercise helping more and more with my future papers.
Tiger Burn
I think the decision to not go through with the burning of a tiger this year before the Clemson game is a good one. Usually, tradition outweighs all other things-at least for me- but taking into consideration the recent events at Ocean Isle, I believe this has been a very decent thing to do. I think this new change will benefit society in a positive way. The Ocean Isle fire was one of the worst tragedies to occur at USC and i'm glad that future events are being thought of in regards to the fire, instead of mourning for a few weeks and then pushing it into the back of our minds. I also think this is out of respect for the many friends, and family members directly affected by the fire.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Going Green
Both Jamie Lincoln Kitman and Patrick Moore support protecting the enviroment. However, they have very interesting view points concerning the arguments in their articles. Kitman, who is the New York bureau chief for Automobile Magazine makes an argument regarding Hybrid cars. When most people hear the word Hybrid in regards to an automobile they automatically think enviromentally friendly, but according to Kitman this is not always the case. This is because Hybrids are more effecient when used around town, if they are taken onto the interstate other cars, such as the toyota corolla, get much better mileage. Also, they are now making Hybrid SUVs, which get worse gas mileage than the average car. People are still purchasing them though, and it's because they are getting tax breaks, special parking passes, and use of special lanes of traffic. Another thing Kitman mentions is the recycling of these cars. If not done so properly the battery pack of a Hybrid is an enviromental hazard.
Patrick Moore's argument is about the need to start considering using nuclear energy. There have been instances in our history where things have happened such as Three Mile Island, but not major damage was done to people in the surrounding area of the nuclear plant. He also states that this is the only way to save our earth from a drastic climate change. Nuclear energy is the only alternative to the ever fading fossil fuels. A draw back to this is the ability to construct nuclear weapons from nuclear energy, however things are being done to help prevent this. In Japan a system where plutonium is never separated from the uranium has been implemented, which makes it more difficult to manufacture weapons with civilian materials. He makes a good point by mentioning that if we banned everything that could be used to kill people we never would have harnessed fire.
I think an author's biography influences his or her persuasiveness drastically. In my opinion, I'm more likely to be persuaded and actually listen, and retain the information if i'm under the impression it's coming from someone who knows what he is talking about.
Patrick Moore's argument is about the need to start considering using nuclear energy. There have been instances in our history where things have happened such as Three Mile Island, but not major damage was done to people in the surrounding area of the nuclear plant. He also states that this is the only way to save our earth from a drastic climate change. Nuclear energy is the only alternative to the ever fading fossil fuels. A draw back to this is the ability to construct nuclear weapons from nuclear energy, however things are being done to help prevent this. In Japan a system where plutonium is never separated from the uranium has been implemented, which makes it more difficult to manufacture weapons with civilian materials. He makes a good point by mentioning that if we banned everything that could be used to kill people we never would have harnessed fire.
I think an author's biography influences his or her persuasiveness drastically. In my opinion, I'm more likely to be persuaded and actually listen, and retain the information if i'm under the impression it's coming from someone who knows what he is talking about.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Global Warming
In Jeffrey Kluger's article "Be Worried, Be Very Worried" he talks about what is causing global warming, as well as the effects of global warming. He credits many of the natural disasters such as drought fueled fires, Katrina, and cyclones to the emission of CO2. He includes many statistics in his piece, which helps support his claim. Some statistics being the Earth's CO2 concentration and the change in that over the years, as well as the cubic miles of melting glaciers.
Similar to Kluger's article, Lindzen does acknowledge the fact that there is a problem, however he takes a different approach to it. He believes that it's not really a cause for concern at this moment. He believes that global warming is inevitable. I think Lindzen's article was more persuasive, he makes good solid points and in the last sentence he states that the growing concern for global warming is more alarm rather than genuine scientific curiosity, which I happen to agree with.
Similar to Kluger's article, Lindzen does acknowledge the fact that there is a problem, however he takes a different approach to it. He believes that it's not really a cause for concern at this moment. He believes that global warming is inevitable. I think Lindzen's article was more persuasive, he makes good solid points and in the last sentence he states that the growing concern for global warming is more alarm rather than genuine scientific curiosity, which I happen to agree with.
Monday, November 12, 2007
Topic Proposal for Policy Paper
My essay will be a policy paper. My focus will be mainly on what can be done in the future to continue better equipping social networking sites with safety precautions. The main claim I will be making is that there should be an age requirement to access social networking sites. Subclaims that will support this are statistics regarding the number of kidnappings/stalking situations that have affected those under the age of 18, proof that the majority of people 18 and over have a better understanding of the risks they are taking when they reveal private information over social networking sites, and proof that the ratio of people over 18 to the people under 18 is greater concerning proper use of these sites as well as the knowledge of how such sites work. Also, the literal analogy of the other restrictions on those under 18 will prove helpful. Such as voting, purchasing tobacco products, and enlisting in the army. I will definitely have to do more research. I will try to find more statistics regarding my situation and quotes and arguments from authoritative figures on my claim.
Point IV -building into a topic proposal
1. The three perspectives outlined in my exploratory paper deal with issues of safety on social networking sites. Opinions about such information range from one extreme to another. Some think that there is not nearly enough being done to provide a safe atmosphere on these sites. Others the complete opposite. With the constant improvement of privacy settings, some think that those responsible for social networking safety are doing every bit of what they can. Then of course there is the middle ground who believe no one is ever going to be completely safe in cyberspace and that just enough is being done to placate the situation.
2. The belief that not enough is being done to provide safe social networking sites is dominant right now. There are many reports of kidnappings, assaults, and stalkers linked directly to these sites. There is also concern the majority of people don't know or understand how to use the privacy settings. Another point being that there are ways around these settings that more and more people are figuring out. I personally believe the middle ground should be dominant. A reason for this being the 'bad' effects of facebook and myspace have not affected me personally. Also I understand the privacy settings and believe they work. I also think the person has a lot to do with the situation and people responsible for social networking sites are not necessarily responsible for the safety of its users. The user decides how much information to reveal on theses sites. I think it's important for a person to take responsibility for themselves in these kind of situations.
3. The perspective of my choice could be impletmented as a policy by making some sort of 'age of accountability' type rule where the users of these sites have to be a certain age to access them. I personally think 18 would be sufficient because that is the age where most are considered an adult and most of the decisions that are made from that point on are yours. However, I'm not sure what kind of system could regulate this because putting a little notice saying you much be 18 or older, and then going by the birthdate they type in is probably not going to work.
2. The belief that not enough is being done to provide safe social networking sites is dominant right now. There are many reports of kidnappings, assaults, and stalkers linked directly to these sites. There is also concern the majority of people don't know or understand how to use the privacy settings. Another point being that there are ways around these settings that more and more people are figuring out. I personally believe the middle ground should be dominant. A reason for this being the 'bad' effects of facebook and myspace have not affected me personally. Also I understand the privacy settings and believe they work. I also think the person has a lot to do with the situation and people responsible for social networking sites are not necessarily responsible for the safety of its users. The user decides how much information to reveal on theses sites. I think it's important for a person to take responsibility for themselves in these kind of situations.
3. The perspective of my choice could be impletmented as a policy by making some sort of 'age of accountability' type rule where the users of these sites have to be a certain age to access them. I personally think 18 would be sufficient because that is the age where most are considered an adult and most of the decisions that are made from that point on are yours. However, I'm not sure what kind of system could regulate this because putting a little notice saying you much be 18 or older, and then going by the birthdate they type in is probably not going to work.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Fat People : SWA#9
In the excerpt from The Fat Girl’s Guide to Life the author, Wendy Shanker, presents good ethos. She presents good character and fair-mindedness. Shanker does not criticize those who are skinny or those who are fat, she simply suggests accepting who we are and rolling with it. She represents a very interesting and empowering point of view. She makes it easy to agree with her, no matter what side of the weight spectrum you are on. I find it easy to accept and appreciate what the author has said simply because of the way she worded her argument. She took something that society views as a one-eyed monster, and compared it to rape, poverty, lack of health care, and civil war. Which makes weight and appearance seem exceptionally trivial. I believe Shanker’s target audience is anyone who feels uncomfortable with the way they look. The main argument being for ‘fat’ people, however she does mention on page 245 that women that wear a size 2 still feel crappy about themselves.
In “The Big Fat American Kid Crisis…and 10 Things We Should Do about it,” Eleanor Randolph presents her argument as a major problem that needs quick attention. Randolph includes statistics about obesity rates among children, as well as the many diseases that are rapidly increasing among the young, such as diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea. I think Randolph is very effective in making her proposals seem feasible. Her ideas to ban junk food in schools, regulate junk food ads, and upgrading school snacks are definitely within reach. She presents good ideas and seemingly easy ways to incorporate these thoughts. The inclusion of statistics also helps make Randolph’s proposals more viable.
In “The Big Fat American Kid Crisis…and 10 Things We Should Do about it,” Eleanor Randolph presents her argument as a major problem that needs quick attention. Randolph includes statistics about obesity rates among children, as well as the many diseases that are rapidly increasing among the young, such as diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea. I think Randolph is very effective in making her proposals seem feasible. Her ideas to ban junk food in schools, regulate junk food ads, and upgrading school snacks are definitely within reach. She presents good ideas and seemingly easy ways to incorporate these thoughts. The inclusion of statistics also helps make Randolph’s proposals more viable.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Culturally Constructed Body Image
In our culture a number of things play a role in our body image. Television and the media being at the top of the list I'd say. Shows like America's next top model, Dr. 90210, The Swan, and Nip/Tuck give American's unattainable aspirations as far as our bodies go. Right now the normal is the tall, thin model type that's been blessed by God (or the local plastic surgeon) with breasts and full lips. However, back in the 50's the fuller figured women were what was popular, curves were in. Marilyn Monroe was on the big screen as opposed to the Kate Moss's and Nicole Richie's that now inhabit our tabloids and television screens. Also, mentioned in the Carolina Reader articles, our constant advancements in being time efficient has led to too many fast food restaurants and 'convenient' ways of preparing foods, which are usually not the healthiest. It's the busy world we live in that forces us to grab a snack here, and get a carbonated drink out of a vending machine when we can find time. Not to mention the economy's idea of capitalizing on this and supersizing everything.
Annotated Bibliography
"ANALYSIS: Government consults on child safety online." New Media Age (Sept 13, 2007): 14. Student Edition. Gale. University of South Carolina Libraries. 24 Oct. 2007
This article talks about how there is a definite problem with child safety on the Internet, and who is best qualified for regulating it. This article also touches on boundaries and censorship. The article quotes the Prime Minister and psychologist Tanya Byron. I thought the article was seemingly objective and touched on the main points it set out to present. I also think the article included an array of different viewpoints that helped in the development of the article.
"ILA and MySpace promote Cybersafety" American Libraries 38.6 (June-July 2007): 40(1). Student Edition. Gale. University of South Carolina Libraries. 24 Oct. 2007
This article concentrates more on what is being done to keep children safe on the Internet. It mentions issuing bookmarks that offer tips on online safety to public libraries. The article quotes Robert P. Doyle, the executive director for Illinois Library Day. The text was fairly short and could have offered more quotes and possible viewpoints. Still, the article will be of use since it offers insight on some things that are being done, and precautions that are being taken to guarantee online safety.
Joseph, Linda C. "Keeping safe in cyberspace.(CYBERBEE)(educational resources)." Multimedia & Internet@Schools 14.1 (Jan-Feb 2007): 17(4). Student Edition. Gale. University of South Carolina Libraries. 24 Oct. 2007
This article starts of by mentioning the many ways children come in contact with others on the Internet. The author then goes into various ways to assure safety. Some examples being rated content sites, and a parental control policy. There are no direct quotes from the article, which allows it to be more objective and present information rather than opinions. This article is important to my topic in that it address several ways to protect one’s safety while online. Wallace, Cynthia. "Helping children stay smart and safe on social networks: it's getting more difficult for parents to know a child's friends, because many new relationships begin and develop in cyberspace on social networking Web sites." Scouting 95.1 (Jan-Feb 2007): 14(2). Student Edition. Gale. University of South Carolina Libraries. 24 Oct. 2007
Wallace gives an overview of one of the most popular networking sites among children, myspace. She goes into detail about the allure of myspace over other sites, and how creating a myspace page allows teens to express themselves more openly. She includes some quotes in her text, one from a 15-year-old male and a sociologist from the University of New Hampshire. She goes on to mention a list of helpful hints on staying safe online. This article would be beneficial to my paper, offering insight into the website of myspace, a site used primarily by young children.
Barnard, Anne. “After Inquiry, Facebook Agrees to Tougher Safeguards.” The New York Times 17 Oct. 2007: 1-2.
In Barnard’s article the popular networking site, Facebook, is being accused of advertising itself as a safe online environment. The New York attorney general is quoted as well as Facebook’s chief private officer. This article focuses on the concept of Facebook instead of how to stay safe. The New York Times is a very reliable newspaper and is read by many. The article also gives a brief history of the creation of Facebook and it’s competition with Myspace.
“MySpace Agrees to Deal with Sex Offender Issues.” PC Magazine May 2007: 1-2.
This article addresses one of the consequences of social networking sites not being safe enough for children. The article includes statistics regarding the number of sex offenders located on Myspace. Quoted in this article is Myspace’s Chief Security Officer as well as people from the media. This article provides a look into the dangers of this website and how it could potentially effect our children. I think a parent’s perspective is missing from the article and would be able to better hit home the imminent danger that his or her child may face.
Ulanoff, Lance. “What Are Your Kids Doing Online?” PC Magazine May 2007: 1-2.
In this article Ulanoff compares giving a young child access to the internet is like leaving them out in a big city by themselves. He mentions the dangers of such behavior and offers alternatives. No specific person is quoted in this article but a ‘fake’ scenario is played out throughout the article between a child and his parents. I feel like more viewpoints could’ve been included, however this article is very important because the viewpoints it does include are from a parents perspective.
Miller, Michael J. “Warning Children About Online Dangers.” PC Magazine May 2006:1 This article elaborates on the dangers of Myspace and what is being done to prevent this, such as public service announcements. Miller also brings up the details of myspace and how it works and attracts potential predators. No one is quoted in this article, which I think it would have been made more personal and easier to relate to if there had been quotes. This article has aided in the understanding of the social networking sytem and it’s dangers. As well as what can be done to prevent them
This article talks about how there is a definite problem with child safety on the Internet, and who is best qualified for regulating it. This article also touches on boundaries and censorship. The article quotes the Prime Minister and psychologist Tanya Byron. I thought the article was seemingly objective and touched on the main points it set out to present. I also think the article included an array of different viewpoints that helped in the development of the article.
"ILA and MySpace promote Cybersafety" American Libraries 38.6 (June-July 2007): 40(1). Student Edition. Gale. University of South Carolina Libraries. 24 Oct. 2007
This article concentrates more on what is being done to keep children safe on the Internet. It mentions issuing bookmarks that offer tips on online safety to public libraries. The article quotes Robert P. Doyle, the executive director for Illinois Library Day. The text was fairly short and could have offered more quotes and possible viewpoints. Still, the article will be of use since it offers insight on some things that are being done, and precautions that are being taken to guarantee online safety.
Joseph, Linda C. "Keeping safe in cyberspace.(CYBERBEE)(educational resources)." Multimedia & Internet@Schools 14.1 (Jan-Feb 2007): 17(4). Student Edition. Gale. University of South Carolina Libraries. 24 Oct. 2007
This article starts of by mentioning the many ways children come in contact with others on the Internet. The author then goes into various ways to assure safety. Some examples being rated content sites, and a parental control policy. There are no direct quotes from the article, which allows it to be more objective and present information rather than opinions. This article is important to my topic in that it address several ways to protect one’s safety while online. Wallace, Cynthia. "Helping children stay smart and safe on social networks: it's getting more difficult for parents to know a child's friends, because many new relationships begin and develop in cyberspace on social networking Web sites." Scouting 95.1 (Jan-Feb 2007): 14(2). Student Edition. Gale. University of South Carolina Libraries. 24 Oct. 2007
Wallace gives an overview of one of the most popular networking sites among children, myspace. She goes into detail about the allure of myspace over other sites, and how creating a myspace page allows teens to express themselves more openly. She includes some quotes in her text, one from a 15-year-old male and a sociologist from the University of New Hampshire. She goes on to mention a list of helpful hints on staying safe online. This article would be beneficial to my paper, offering insight into the website of myspace, a site used primarily by young children.
Barnard, Anne. “After Inquiry, Facebook Agrees to Tougher Safeguards.” The New York Times 17 Oct. 2007: 1-2.
In Barnard’s article the popular networking site, Facebook, is being accused of advertising itself as a safe online environment. The New York attorney general is quoted as well as Facebook’s chief private officer. This article focuses on the concept of Facebook instead of how to stay safe. The New York Times is a very reliable newspaper and is read by many. The article also gives a brief history of the creation of Facebook and it’s competition with Myspace.
“MySpace Agrees to Deal with Sex Offender Issues.” PC Magazine May 2007: 1-2.
This article addresses one of the consequences of social networking sites not being safe enough for children. The article includes statistics regarding the number of sex offenders located on Myspace. Quoted in this article is Myspace’s Chief Security Officer as well as people from the media. This article provides a look into the dangers of this website and how it could potentially effect our children. I think a parent’s perspective is missing from the article and would be able to better hit home the imminent danger that his or her child may face.
Ulanoff, Lance. “What Are Your Kids Doing Online?” PC Magazine May 2007: 1-2.
In this article Ulanoff compares giving a young child access to the internet is like leaving them out in a big city by themselves. He mentions the dangers of such behavior and offers alternatives. No specific person is quoted in this article but a ‘fake’ scenario is played out throughout the article between a child and his parents. I feel like more viewpoints could’ve been included, however this article is very important because the viewpoints it does include are from a parents perspective.
Miller, Michael J. “Warning Children About Online Dangers.” PC Magazine May 2006:1 This article elaborates on the dangers of Myspace and what is being done to prevent this, such as public service announcements. Miller also brings up the details of myspace and how it works and attracts potential predators. No one is quoted in this article, which I think it would have been made more personal and easier to relate to if there had been quotes. This article has aided in the understanding of the social networking sytem and it’s dangers. As well as what can be done to prevent them
Monday, October 15, 2007
Topic Proposal: Online Safety for Children
Children Are Not Protected Online
Stalkers, pedophiles, and other types of predators all linger out in cyberspace. So does the youth of America. Not to mention the fact that pop-ups and ads come up everyday on our computers with pornographic images. The safety of our children is put on the line, as well as their innocence every time they access the Internet. There are things out there that can ‘block’ certain websites. However, in the case of most households across the country the children are more computer literate than the adults, and find ways around the blocked material. Therefore, this problem no longer rests in the hands of the parents. Something has to be done.
My paper will argue that there is not enough protection for children online. Most children are vulnerable and trusting, especially online when it is just a computer they are exchanging information with. With the current setup children are being preyed upon and often abducted or kidnapped because of information given out over the Internet. They are also being deprived of their innocence by the seemingly questionable information and pictures that pop-ups provide. I will discuss examples of material shown in ads, as well as examples from actual kidnapping cases via computer. I will also discuss the dangerous attraction with myspace and the risks that it presents.
My audience will obviously be my teacher and classmates, as well as parents of young kids. I hope to write a paper that will inform and hopefully affect the views people have on this situation.
Kids vs. Creeps ONLINE SAFETY at Home & School. By: Nace, Monty M.. Mobility Forum: The Journal of the Air Mobility Command's Magazine, Sep/Oct2007, Vol. 16 Issue 5, p28-30, 3p; (AN 26702645)
"MySpace" Cadets Are Up for Sudden Death. Education Digest, Sep2006, Vol. 72 Issue 1, p25-26, 2p; (AN 22680777)
How About X Ratings On the Internet?GARRETT W. GRIGGS. New York Times (1857-Current file). New York, N.Y.: Mar 29, 1995. p. A22 (1 page)
Facilitating safer choices: use of warnings to dissuade viewing of pornography on the internet. By: Williams, Katherine S.. Child Abuse Review, Nov/Dec2005, Vol. 14 Issue 6, p415-429, 15p; DOI: 10.1002/car.920; (AN 19240315)
Connecting kids & the Web : a handbook for teaching Internet use and safety / by Allen C. Benson.Author: Benson, Allen C.Pub.: 2003
Stalkers, pedophiles, and other types of predators all linger out in cyberspace. So does the youth of America. Not to mention the fact that pop-ups and ads come up everyday on our computers with pornographic images. The safety of our children is put on the line, as well as their innocence every time they access the Internet. There are things out there that can ‘block’ certain websites. However, in the case of most households across the country the children are more computer literate than the adults, and find ways around the blocked material. Therefore, this problem no longer rests in the hands of the parents. Something has to be done.
My paper will argue that there is not enough protection for children online. Most children are vulnerable and trusting, especially online when it is just a computer they are exchanging information with. With the current setup children are being preyed upon and often abducted or kidnapped because of information given out over the Internet. They are also being deprived of their innocence by the seemingly questionable information and pictures that pop-ups provide. I will discuss examples of material shown in ads, as well as examples from actual kidnapping cases via computer. I will also discuss the dangerous attraction with myspace and the risks that it presents.
My audience will obviously be my teacher and classmates, as well as parents of young kids. I hope to write a paper that will inform and hopefully affect the views people have on this situation.
Kids vs. Creeps ONLINE SAFETY at Home & School. By: Nace, Monty M.. Mobility Forum: The Journal of the Air Mobility Command's Magazine, Sep/Oct2007, Vol. 16 Issue 5, p28-30, 3p; (AN 26702645)
"MySpace" Cadets Are Up for Sudden Death. Education Digest, Sep2006, Vol. 72 Issue 1, p25-26, 2p; (AN 22680777)
How About X Ratings On the Internet?GARRETT W. GRIGGS. New York Times (1857-Current file). New York, N.Y.: Mar 29, 1995. p. A22 (1 page)
Facilitating safer choices: use of warnings to dissuade viewing of pornography on the internet. By: Williams, Katherine S.. Child Abuse Review, Nov/Dec2005, Vol. 14 Issue 6, p415-429, 15p; DOI: 10.1002/car.920; (AN 19240315)
Connecting kids & the Web : a handbook for teaching Internet use and safety / by Allen C. Benson.Author: Benson, Allen C.Pub.: 2003
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Smoking ban brainstorming
Restaurants
health
affects on family
The right of businesses to ban/not ban depending on whether or not they profit from it.
affects of second-hand smoke to those around you
cancer
lingering smell of smoke
affects on a person's job
affects on a person who works in the tobacco industry
affects on stores that sell cigarettes
bad oral health
health
affects on family
The right of businesses to ban/not ban depending on whether or not they profit from it.
affects of second-hand smoke to those around you
cancer
lingering smell of smoke
affects on a person's job
affects on a person who works in the tobacco industry
affects on stores that sell cigarettes
bad oral health
Monday, October 8, 2007
A Guy Thing
The post secret card I created was from a paper my floor recieved in Patterson. It was a paper with an invitation to come to a discussion called "girl talk" and I wrote in marker at the top that "I'd rather watch a football game", and at the bottom I wrote "with a bunch of guys". The background was a clip of the girls from America's Next Top Model and at the bottom the topic of discussion is self image. I hoped the reader would interpret this to be a female writing the post secret and not to come across as a 'tomboy' but that getting together with a group of girls is not something that the author would particularly enjoy doing. I wrote at the bottom "with a bunch of guys" in all capital letters to emphasize guys and in a more 'masculine' color of black. My classmates did get the message and as far as seeing beyond the meaning, I don't think there would be any of that simply because the message is stated pretty clearly. There were no surprise reactions and I think that too is because the message is very clear and doesn't really leave anything to the imagination.
Monday, October 1, 2007
Post Secret
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This post secret was probably written by a woman, however it could've been written by a man. It is implied in the message that the potential daughter of the author might inherit his or her eating disorder. This post could be intended for those who share the same problem, as well as those who don't. It is most likely meant for a female audience. Since eating disorders are more prominent among them. The visual component in this post definitely stirs up emotions. The use of a baby portrays innocence and it is a lot easier to sympathize with a small child. Another aspect of the visual is the lack of color, perhaps depicting the lack of something else..such as self control or self esteem. Also, the writing at the top is in a child like penmanship.
This post secret was probably written by a woman, however it could've been written by a man. It is implied in the message that the potential daughter of the author might inherit his or her eating disorder. This post could be intended for those who share the same problem, as well as those who don't. It is most likely meant for a female audience. Since eating disorders are more prominent among them. The visual component in this post definitely stirs up emotions. The use of a baby portrays innocence and it is a lot easier to sympathize with a small child. Another aspect of the visual is the lack of color, perhaps depicting the lack of something else..such as self control or self esteem. Also, the writing at the top is in a child like penmanship.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Got Milk?
The advertisement I found was a milk add supported by the cast of "High School Musical." In the add it says "The protein helps build muscle and some studies suggest teens who choose milk instead of sugary drinks tend to be leaner than those who don't." So obviously this add is geared toward a teenage audience. Not to mention the presence of the very popular actors/actressess from the Disney channel movie helps to appeal to younger audience. The claim to drink milk is implied by the milk mustaches on the upper lips of the cast. It is a policy claim because it suggests what we should do in the future.
Monday, September 24, 2007
My Plan to Save Network Television
In the article “My Plan to Save Network Television” Charlie Hauck claims that people over the age of 49 are wreaking havoc on television demographics. They are taking away from the environment that advertisers are looking for. He also mentions that younger people have a more disposable income and network executives are looking to cash in. An example from the text is the statistic of males in their 20’s being lured away from television thanks to ipods, internet, and Xbox. So, the few teens left watching network television are very valuable.
The author has to draw from the fact that all people between the ages of 18 and 49 are watching network television. He adds comic relief with his sarcastic proposal of passing a law to make it illegal for older people to watch television. The opposing views are well refuted. Hauck backs up his claim with evidence of advertisers wanting to acquire viewers buying habits early in life and not take the time or money to try converting the older audiences.
Ugly, the American
In the article “Ugly, the American” the author, James Poniewozik claims that the American public holds a complex standard for illegal immigrants. Poniewozik draws evidence from the hit television show Ugly Betty. In the show, Betty’s father is an illegal immigrant from
The author does not warrant opposing views successfully. He draws from only one side of an argument and offers no opinions or views from the other .He points out
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Rhetorical Analysis Claims
"Your Appearance, Good or Bad, Can Affect the Size of Your Paycheck by Stephanie Armour"
Central Claim: : "A growing body of research supports what many suspect: In the workplace, an employee's physical appearance is a powerful symbol that affects job success." (pg. 254)
My Central Claim: "Lawmakers should pass stricter laws regarding the discrimination of workers based on weight and height, since there is a direct correlation between a person's appearance and his or her paycheck." (pg. 1)
My Conclusion: "Laws should be passed to protect people from such blatant accounts of discrimination; equality in the workplace is something we should all strive for."
Central Claim: : "A growing body of research supports what many suspect: In the workplace, an employee's physical appearance is a powerful symbol that affects job success." (pg. 254)
My Central Claim: "Lawmakers should pass stricter laws regarding the discrimination of workers based on weight and height, since there is a direct correlation between a person's appearance and his or her paycheck." (pg. 1)
My Conclusion: "Laws should be passed to protect people from such blatant accounts of discrimination; equality in the workplace is something we should all strive for."
Monday, September 17, 2007
Rhetorical Analysis Outline
Swearing Off Swearing by Rick Reilly
I think this particular essay would be a good one to write a rhetorical analysis on. It definitely relates to my age group and is something that we tend to struggle with. This essay does a good job of engaging the reader and keeping the text interesting.
Your Appearance, Good or Bad, Can Affect the Size of Your Paycheck by Stephanie Armour
This essay would also be a good one to write a rhetorical analysis on. It’s longer than the previous one, so there would be more information to develop a paper from. It also hits home with my age group. The vocabulary is good and it took examples from all aspects of the claim.
“From Justin to Kelly”: A Criminally Misguided Musical by Heather Havrilesky
I decided to read this essay simply because I had seen the movie. I could be placed into the category of liking the movie simply because it was so bad it came off kind of good. Anyways, I don’t think it would be a good choice for my paper though. It’s very one sided and I just don’t think there is much to work with here.
Outline
Working Title: Appearances and Paychecks
Working Thesis Statement: Lawmakers should pass stricter laws regarding the discrimination of workers based on weight and height, since there is a direct correlation between a person’s appearance and his or her paycheck.
1) Rhetorical Situation
a) Target Audience
b) Purpose for writing the essay
c) Background information
2) Examples/ Points
a) Portnick and jazzercise
b) Wearing glasses/doing hair
c) Dwarfism
3) Height and Weight Factors
a) Relationship of appearance vs. paycheck
b) Statistics on relationship
c) Solution
I think this particular essay would be a good one to write a rhetorical analysis on. It definitely relates to my age group and is something that we tend to struggle with. This essay does a good job of engaging the reader and keeping the text interesting.
Your Appearance, Good or Bad, Can Affect the Size of Your Paycheck by Stephanie Armour
This essay would also be a good one to write a rhetorical analysis on. It’s longer than the previous one, so there would be more information to develop a paper from. It also hits home with my age group. The vocabulary is good and it took examples from all aspects of the claim.
“From Justin to Kelly”: A Criminally Misguided Musical by Heather Havrilesky
I decided to read this essay simply because I had seen the movie. I could be placed into the category of liking the movie simply because it was so bad it came off kind of good. Anyways, I don’t think it would be a good choice for my paper though. It’s very one sided and I just don’t think there is much to work with here.
Outline
Working Title: Appearances and Paychecks
Working Thesis Statement: Lawmakers should pass stricter laws regarding the discrimination of workers based on weight and height, since there is a direct correlation between a person’s appearance and his or her paycheck.
1) Rhetorical Situation
a) Target Audience
b) Purpose for writing the essay
c) Background information
2) Examples/ Points
a) Portnick and jazzercise
b) Wearing glasses/doing hair
c) Dwarfism
3) Height and Weight Factors
a) Relationship of appearance vs. paycheck
b) Statistics on relationship
c) Solution
Sunday, September 16, 2007
After Virginia Tech
Callie Olive
English 101, section 056
13 September 2007
Short Writing Assignment #5
“Virginia Tech and Our Impoverished Language for Evil” by Gregg Easterbrook is an example of a text written to persuade and inform. Easterbrook looks to sway the reader towards a belief that the use of politically correct terms in the media is making light of the seriousness of situations. Easterbrook also looks to inform the reader of the effect words used in the media has on the way the American public views a situation. An example he gives is the use of the word “shooter” and “gunman” regarding the Virginia Tech shooting, as opposed to the harsher terms of “killer” and “murderer.” This particular article is geared for an audience of young adults and older. Easterbrook’s writing would most certainly not be appropriate for children. The reference to Virginia Tech and Cho Seung-Hui as well the news anchors mentioned at the beginning of the article would be over the heads of young children.
The author is most likely a white male that seems in favor of labeling a person for what they really are. He is insulted by the fact that Cho has been labeled a shooter and a mentally disturbed individual. He believes Cho should be branded for what he really is; a murderer and a madman. Easterbrook is constrained by an obvious dislike for Cho Seung-Hui. Easterbrook, unlike many others, doesn’t show any signs of sympathy for Cho’s mental state. He also is constrained by his belief that dispassionate terms should not be used unless in police investigations or legal proceedings. Some constraints that a reader would have regarding this article is perhaps an interest in psychology, therefore justifying Cho’s actions and properly labeling him as a mentally disturbed person.
Exigence in this article is the urgent need for proper labeling in the media. Easterbrook believes there is a need to call a person what they really are, and to not try to justify malicious acts of terror. I personally share a lot of common ground with Easterbrook. He makes an excellent point about how the media has been portraying such a sick individual as Cho. I do find this article very convincing. Easterbrook makes a lot of good points regarding his opinions about the situation. One of the examples mentioned is Cho turning the gun on himself to escape punishment, therefore removing all doubt that he was not insane. Easterbrook’s article was very well written and researched. Even if a person doesn’t agree with his statements, he or she must at least take into consideration the point Easterbrook is trying to make.
English 101, section 056
13 September 2007
Short Writing Assignment #5
“Virginia Tech and Our Impoverished Language for Evil” by Gregg Easterbrook is an example of a text written to persuade and inform. Easterbrook looks to sway the reader towards a belief that the use of politically correct terms in the media is making light of the seriousness of situations. Easterbrook also looks to inform the reader of the effect words used in the media has on the way the American public views a situation. An example he gives is the use of the word “shooter” and “gunman” regarding the Virginia Tech shooting, as opposed to the harsher terms of “killer” and “murderer.” This particular article is geared for an audience of young adults and older. Easterbrook’s writing would most certainly not be appropriate for children. The reference to Virginia Tech and Cho Seung-Hui as well the news anchors mentioned at the beginning of the article would be over the heads of young children.
The author is most likely a white male that seems in favor of labeling a person for what they really are. He is insulted by the fact that Cho has been labeled a shooter and a mentally disturbed individual. He believes Cho should be branded for what he really is; a murderer and a madman. Easterbrook is constrained by an obvious dislike for Cho Seung-Hui. Easterbrook, unlike many others, doesn’t show any signs of sympathy for Cho’s mental state. He also is constrained by his belief that dispassionate terms should not be used unless in police investigations or legal proceedings. Some constraints that a reader would have regarding this article is perhaps an interest in psychology, therefore justifying Cho’s actions and properly labeling him as a mentally disturbed person.
Exigence in this article is the urgent need for proper labeling in the media. Easterbrook believes there is a need to call a person what they really are, and to not try to justify malicious acts of terror. I personally share a lot of common ground with Easterbrook. He makes an excellent point about how the media has been portraying such a sick individual as Cho. I do find this article very convincing. Easterbrook makes a lot of good points regarding his opinions about the situation. One of the examples mentioned is Cho turning the gun on himself to escape punishment, therefore removing all doubt that he was not insane. Easterbrook’s article was very well written and researched. Even if a person doesn’t agree with his statements, he or she must at least take into consideration the point Easterbrook is trying to make.
Monday, September 10, 2007
Rhetorical situations
Callie Olive
English 101, Section 056
11 September 2007
Short Writing Assignment # 4
There is a significant difference between David Friedman’s blog about low cost cooling ideas and a rhetorical situation found on facebook or myspace. Unlike the high school and college aged audience facebook reaches, Mr. Friedman’s blog was intended toward a different audience. Friedman’s audience consists of homeowners above the age of twenty. Another difference deals with the “E” in TRACE. Exigence in Friedman’s blog has to do with decreasing the cost of running air conditioning in a household. However, when dealing with facebook or myspace situations, one might find themselves confronted with a problem about student parking, classes, or problems concerning the opposite sex.
However, there are some similarities between the forums of blogs and facebook. Both can be used to address argumentative views on subjects. They both reach an audience of some sort, and possess constraints. An example being the audience feels constrained to doubt the validity of something written in a blog or on a facebook. If a person has a working email address he or she could easily make a facebook, or for that matter a blog. Therefore, absolutely anyone could post ideas, thoughts, arguments, or opinions in a blog or on facebook. As we saw in class the other day the ability to post false information in one of these forums is a relatively easy task.
English 101, Section 056
11 September 2007
Short Writing Assignment # 4
There is a significant difference between David Friedman’s blog about low cost cooling ideas and a rhetorical situation found on facebook or myspace. Unlike the high school and college aged audience facebook reaches, Mr. Friedman’s blog was intended toward a different audience. Friedman’s audience consists of homeowners above the age of twenty. Another difference deals with the “E” in TRACE. Exigence in Friedman’s blog has to do with decreasing the cost of running air conditioning in a household. However, when dealing with facebook or myspace situations, one might find themselves confronted with a problem about student parking, classes, or problems concerning the opposite sex.
However, there are some similarities between the forums of blogs and facebook. Both can be used to address argumentative views on subjects. They both reach an audience of some sort, and possess constraints. An example being the audience feels constrained to doubt the validity of something written in a blog or on a facebook. If a person has a working email address he or she could easily make a facebook, or for that matter a blog. Therefore, absolutely anyone could post ideas, thoughts, arguments, or opinions in a blog or on facebook. As we saw in class the other day the ability to post false information in one of these forums is a relatively easy task.
Thursday, September 6, 2007
SWA #3
Recently I had an argument with my roommate. We have different schedules and are in and out at different times. I’ve come back after my classes to find our door unlocked everyday. I decided to confront her about this and it turned into an argument. The argument was between the two of us, no outside parties were involved. We both have valuable belongings in our room that we want to keep. Our resident advisor had already told us that some things were stolen out of a few rooms recently. I was striving for the comfort of knowing that my possessions are safe while I am out of the room.
I was very respectful when I brought the subject up. I tried to explain my point of view and convince her of my outlook on the subject. The method I used to approach her was very typical of my style of argument. I never lose my temper and I usually prefer cooperation and negotiating. I would rather come to an agreement with someone, as opposed to winning an argument.
I would definitely say my parents have influenced the way I argue. When I was growing up if I had an argument with my parents they would try to negotiate or come to a consensus instead of saying I’m right, you’re wrong. I would also think the fact that I’m a female influences my arguing methods. I know it doesn’t hold true for all females but usually we’re more passive and not as competitive or confrontational as males.
I was very respectful when I brought the subject up. I tried to explain my point of view and convince her of my outlook on the subject. The method I used to approach her was very typical of my style of argument. I never lose my temper and I usually prefer cooperation and negotiating. I would rather come to an agreement with someone, as opposed to winning an argument.
I would definitely say my parents have influenced the way I argue. When I was growing up if I had an argument with my parents they would try to negotiate or come to a consensus instead of saying I’m right, you’re wrong. I would also think the fact that I’m a female influences my arguing methods. I know it doesn’t hold true for all females but usually we’re more passive and not as competitive or confrontational as males.
SWA #2
Matt Miller’s article “Is Persuasion Dead?” addresses the inability of the American public to be persuaded. In the article he lists a number of reasons for this. Best-selling books, radio shows, and the main one being politics. Miller mentions Politicos only associating with others who share the same opinions and views. He also points out that the purpose of political speech is not to persuade but to gain power, status, and ratings. If his theories do hold true, then he raises a very interesting point. He claims that to successfully govern a country a leader must have the capability to influence how people actually think.
I am in complete disagreement with Miller’s argument that persuasion is dead in America. I believe we as a people are persuaded each and every day in some form. Billboards, signs, books, movies, pictures teachers, and peers persuade us. Sometimes persuasion is easy to come by, and sometimes it is not. If people are already knowledgeable and passionate about certain things it is hard to sway them in the other direction. However, persuading a person into an area he or she isn’t familiar with may come a little easier. I think Miller’s article would have been more effective if he mentioned more of the everyday things that we as a people could be persuaded by. Some examples being billboards, magazine articles, our friends and family. Persuasion isn’t limited to politics and press.
My personal experience does not concur with Miller’s points. Whether I’m watching a political debate with my parents or listening to a radio show my views on issues are constantly changing. I may think one way about something but after reading an article that displays better evidence than my previous notions I find myself in agreement with what I was against in the beginning. Miller believes persuasion is obsolete in the American public. He thinks that once your mind is made up about something you can’t be convinced otherwise. I just happen to disagree. As far as I’m concerned persuasion is everywhere and more effective than ever.
I am in complete disagreement with Miller’s argument that persuasion is dead in America. I believe we as a people are persuaded each and every day in some form. Billboards, signs, books, movies, pictures teachers, and peers persuade us. Sometimes persuasion is easy to come by, and sometimes it is not. If people are already knowledgeable and passionate about certain things it is hard to sway them in the other direction. However, persuading a person into an area he or she isn’t familiar with may come a little easier. I think Miller’s article would have been more effective if he mentioned more of the everyday things that we as a people could be persuaded by. Some examples being billboards, magazine articles, our friends and family. Persuasion isn’t limited to politics and press.
My personal experience does not concur with Miller’s points. Whether I’m watching a political debate with my parents or listening to a radio show my views on issues are constantly changing. I may think one way about something but after reading an article that displays better evidence than my previous notions I find myself in agreement with what I was against in the beginning. Miller believes persuasion is obsolete in the American public. He thinks that once your mind is made up about something you can’t be convinced otherwise. I just happen to disagree. As far as I’m concerned persuasion is everywhere and more effective than ever.
SWA #1: Writing Concerns
The writing and reading habits of college students are a big concern for professor Michael Skube. Professor Skube’s essay expresses concern and sympathy for today’s students. A major problem he mentions is the fact that students don’t seem to read for pleasure. Another hindrance professor Skube states is a lack of vocabulary with students. I absolutely agree with his claims, as well as finding myself guilty of them. With the alluring draw of television, video games, and facebook it is not hard to see why reading for pleasure has become close to extinct with students. Also, with the growing rate of technological advances college students have produced a whole new language in which extensive vocabulary is unnecessary. Whether it be shortened versions of words through instant messaging or trying to cram a life story into a text message, vocabulary has become increasingly scarce.
After reading Todd Hagstette’s article, I think his idea of aggressive reading would greatly benefit the students described in professor Skube’s essay. Professor Skube’s student’s lack of vocabulary couldn’t help but improve if they simply focused solely on the text. Without the distractions of television in the background or a crowded room the students would be able to concentrate and therefore retain more information. I also think the point of re-reading the text is beneficial. Professor Skube’s students may not be capable of identifying every reference or word in the text the first time through, however they may see the word differently next time or the time after. I had an English teacher that taught The Great Gatsby every year and she said that something new was revealed to her every time she read it. I found that truly amazing and surprisingly true. All of Mr. Hagstette’s points about aggressive reading were very accurate and would serve professor Skube’s students well.
After reading Todd Hagstette’s article, I think his idea of aggressive reading would greatly benefit the students described in professor Skube’s essay. Professor Skube’s student’s lack of vocabulary couldn’t help but improve if they simply focused solely on the text. Without the distractions of television in the background or a crowded room the students would be able to concentrate and therefore retain more information. I also think the point of re-reading the text is beneficial. Professor Skube’s students may not be capable of identifying every reference or word in the text the first time through, however they may see the word differently next time or the time after. I had an English teacher that taught The Great Gatsby every year and she said that something new was revealed to her every time she read it. I found that truly amazing and surprisingly true. All of Mr. Hagstette’s points about aggressive reading were very accurate and would serve professor Skube’s students well.
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