Mon 3/16- Today we did some intensive reviews. Jacob Taylor and Olin Yarger were the two people we reviewed. Jacob's paper was on nuclear power and Olin's was on Oil if memory serves me right. I remember being impressed with points made in both papers. It has become interesting to watch each writer in the class improve and our classmates have a hand in doing that.
Wed 3/18- Today we examined our blogs. Over spring break we were assigned to evaluate the course goals. Personally, after reviewing and evaluating these goals I was amazed at how repetitive and stupid some of them are. This was the opinion of many in the class today. Even Mr. McArdle has some issues with the way these goals are set up.
Fri 3/20- Today we were supposed to have an in class essay, but it was postponed. Instead, we were given time to free write. This activity was very beneficial. It allowed me to just dump all of my thoughts out. After that I saw ideas that I didn't even know were in my mind. We had a discussion on our thoughts towards the end of class.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
A Change of Show in the Roman Coliseum
I thought this was pretty neat and inspiring.
The video can't be embedded, but here's the link...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMVxzEueJ6A
The video can't be embedded, but here's the link...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMVxzEueJ6A
Friday, March 20, 2009
"And I'm free... freewriting" (tom petty)
I would really like to make good revisions to all of my papers, so I will start with my first assignment and work down...
No child left behind. what is it? what are its goals? is it accomplishing goals? does it favor a certain race? does it work well some places and not others? President Obama and current affairs regarding education. revisions. parent reactions. Indiana. test scores. high school success rates. college success rates. how has it affected me, family? watch for generalizations. Many don't support NCLB, use them to advantage. past educational systems. pros/cons. NCLB major problems?
Solving the Problems. who? Obama? Congress? state petitions/action in general? what needs revised? funding. curriculum. textbooks. Start integrating technology. textbooks may become obsolete. different grading scales. what can be defined and graded. Creativity can't necessarily be graded, but what about things related to creativity. Innovation. writing. speech. go back to the training and education system of the Spartans. uhhh... may be not.
Moral Flexibility. what is it? does everyone have moral flexibility. in a sense, most likely. Thank you for smoking. Nick Naylor. has moral flexibility. arguments valid? are moral flexibility and validity related. Gorgias and Naylor similarities. What action or statement defines their moral flexibility?
No child left behind. what is it? what are its goals? is it accomplishing goals? does it favor a certain race? does it work well some places and not others? President Obama and current affairs regarding education. revisions. parent reactions. Indiana. test scores. high school success rates. college success rates. how has it affected me, family? watch for generalizations. Many don't support NCLB, use them to advantage. past educational systems. pros/cons. NCLB major problems?
Solving the Problems. who? Obama? Congress? state petitions/action in general? what needs revised? funding. curriculum. textbooks. Start integrating technology. textbooks may become obsolete. different grading scales. what can be defined and graded. Creativity can't necessarily be graded, but what about things related to creativity. Innovation. writing. speech. go back to the training and education system of the Spartans. uhhh... may be not.
Moral Flexibility. what is it? does everyone have moral flexibility. in a sense, most likely. Thank you for smoking. Nick Naylor. has moral flexibility. arguments valid? are moral flexibility and validity related. Gorgias and Naylor similarities. What action or statement defines their moral flexibility?
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Course Goals Assignment
English 102 Course Goals
1. Rhetoric has always been important in expressing yourself in society. I’m using how to use it better and better and therefore I know the foundations.
2. There are certain appeals for certain audiences and I’ve learned how different texts are composed to fit those audiences.
3. I’ve developed my own strategies and learned the importance of revision
4. After learning more about the appeal of logos/logic, I can better avoid the logical fallacies.
5. There are many forms of media available to the general publics now a days and I have been applying what I’ve learned concerning text to those forms of media.
6. Implementing and using secondary research to support my writing is something I understand.
7. I’ve learned how to give and receive constructive criticism.
8. As I’ve mentioned I know how to use constructive criticism.
9. I understand that I can only be responsible for my improvement.
10. Throughout the course of my Eng 101 and 02 class I’ve worked with peers on several occasions and believe I can do it well.
11. Well, I’ve used blogs consistently and continue to complete assignments in class that meet this requirement.
12. My writing portfolio is a work in progress right now.
English 102 Course Content & Format
1. So far this semester I have analyzed rhetorical elements in such texts as Enconium De Helen by Gorgias.
2. During our peer reviews I have received and provided good feedback to my peers.
3. I have revised some of my writings based on instructor and peer feedback.
4. I’ve been completing the variety of tasks mentioned and am still working on others to construct a good portfolio.
University Core Curriculum Goals
1. One thing that I’ve learned is that learning never ends. I am able to apply knowledge and use it for intelligent ends.
2. Communication is essential and I believe that I can communicate quite effectively.
3. I have my beliefs others have their beliefs. That doesn’t mean I won’t debate mine. You can be sure I will.
4. I recognize that knowledge can help improve the world around you, especially if you’ve been through failure.
5. I’m a people person. Nuff said.
6. I have my own uniqueness and I’m learning more and more how to communicate in my own way and express myself. After coming to a better understanding of Ethos, Pathos, and Logos I have learned how to express myself even better.
1. Rhetoric has always been important in expressing yourself in society. I’m using how to use it better and better and therefore I know the foundations.
2. There are certain appeals for certain audiences and I’ve learned how different texts are composed to fit those audiences.
3. I’ve developed my own strategies and learned the importance of revision
4. After learning more about the appeal of logos/logic, I can better avoid the logical fallacies.
5. There are many forms of media available to the general publics now a days and I have been applying what I’ve learned concerning text to those forms of media.
6. Implementing and using secondary research to support my writing is something I understand.
7. I’ve learned how to give and receive constructive criticism.
8. As I’ve mentioned I know how to use constructive criticism.
9. I understand that I can only be responsible for my improvement.
10. Throughout the course of my Eng 101 and 02 class I’ve worked with peers on several occasions and believe I can do it well.
11. Well, I’ve used blogs consistently and continue to complete assignments in class that meet this requirement.
12. My writing portfolio is a work in progress right now.
English 102 Course Content & Format
1. So far this semester I have analyzed rhetorical elements in such texts as Enconium De Helen by Gorgias.
2. During our peer reviews I have received and provided good feedback to my peers.
3. I have revised some of my writings based on instructor and peer feedback.
4. I’ve been completing the variety of tasks mentioned and am still working on others to construct a good portfolio.
University Core Curriculum Goals
1. One thing that I’ve learned is that learning never ends. I am able to apply knowledge and use it for intelligent ends.
2. Communication is essential and I believe that I can communicate quite effectively.
3. I have my beliefs others have their beliefs. That doesn’t mean I won’t debate mine. You can be sure I will.
4. I recognize that knowledge can help improve the world around you, especially if you’ve been through failure.
5. I’m a people person. Nuff said.
6. I have my own uniqueness and I’m learning more and more how to communicate in my own way and express myself. After coming to a better understanding of Ethos, Pathos, and Logos I have learned how to express myself even better.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
My 2009 Most Anticipated Movies
Below is a list of Movies that I am most excited about for this year. Once I have seen each one I will post my reviews.
(no particular order)
1. Watchmen
2. Star Trek
3. Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
4. Transformers; Revenge of the Fallen
5. Fast and Furious
6. X-men Origins; Wolverine
7. Night at the Museum;Battle of the Smithsonian
8. Up
9. Terminator Salvation
10. Ice Age; Dawn of the Dinosaurs
11. Public Enemies
I'm sure there are many more. If you want to check out these movies, follow the links.
(no particular order)
1. Watchmen
2. Star Trek
3. Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
4. Transformers; Revenge of the Fallen
5. Fast and Furious
6. X-men Origins; Wolverine
7. Night at the Museum;Battle of the Smithsonian
8. Up
9. Terminator Salvation
10. Ice Age; Dawn of the Dinosaurs
11. Public Enemies
I'm sure there are many more. If you want to check out these movies, follow the links.
Watchmen
This is one of the most anticipated movies of the year for me. It comes out March 6th, which is but one day away. I'm very excited. I will make sure to post my review of this movie as soon as I see it.
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