This forum has two parts.  Recall the two presidential speeches that were given by both President Obama and President Reagan, respectively.  Note that these two presidents used the Rogerian method of argumentation to not only win over those who agreed with their viewpoints, but also to win over those who held different views.  Think about a national or international issue that matters to you and […]

 Some things to consider when watching/thinking about Gattaca:1)   Gattaca takes place in “The Not Too Distant Future,” what exactly does this mean in terms of a timeline?  Can you take clues like clothes, cars, housing, language, or hairstyles to make a guess at how far into the future the film is projecting?  2)   Will you be alive to experience the future outlined in the film? […]

 1. List ALL characters you find in Chapters 1-3. Leave no one out. Not all of the characters will be named at this point but include them anyway. Also, some characters are named but are not present. Basically, list and describe ALL characters Marlowe sees, interacts with, and hears about. Also, include Marlowe’s OPINION of each character, if he has an opinion about them. 2. […]

about feminist criticism and African American criticism, you should choose some aspect of one of the theories (not the entire theory, but a particular aspect) and apply that aspect of the theory as a means of analyzing one of the novels you have read. There is no professor-assigned prompt for this essay. This class is Advanced Composition and Critical Thinking, and part of being an […]

 The argument essay is 1,600–1,800 words and must incorporate a minimum of four secondary sources. There’s no graded prewriting assignment for your argument essay. Assignment Objectives Use prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing to write a formal, college-level essay. Distinguish among different patterns of development. Apply an appropriate pattern of development to a specific purpose and audience. Write an effective thesis statement. Develop paragraphs using topic […]

This assignment provides an opportunity to use your imagination and the historical facts discussed in this week’s reading.  You will write a personal analysis of 16th century world exploration from the point of view of a sailor on a 16th century ship who has set sail for unknown lands. In 400-450 words, describe your voyage. Discuss from where you originate, where you are headed, why […]

in the film “Thirteen Days,” a film that portrays the inner-circle discussions and decision-making processes of the Kennedy administration during and regarding the Cuban missile crisis. Using the team/teams within the film you will be asked to identify several key components to small group communication. Watch the film with the group decision-making context in mind and reflect on this context as you answer your questions. […]

Generally, still life comprises inanimate subject matter of very familiar objects from the natural world or every day, man-made objects. Still life creations can be composed with items from nature and may consist of plants, rocks, wood, food, flowers, or other items from the natural world. Vases, drinking vessels, jewels, coins, and any other items represent a human presence. Still life is the medium that builds a foundation for […]

Recall a classic love story between two people that you have read (this can include children’s stories, historical figures, or fictional characters) or have seen in a movie or television show. In 700 words, describe the attraction between the two characters using the concepts of associated effects of emotion, proximity, repeated exposure, similarity, physical beauty, and familiarity.Use two to three scholarly sources to support your […]

Directions: 1)Write a paper (1100-1500 words)about your family background. Consider the questions below when developing your paper. Make sure you provide sufficient depth and explain the personal and social significance of your observations. a)What values did your parents or guardians attempt to instill in you? b)Why were those values considered important? c)How were you expected to contribute to family life? d)What do you know about […]