This discussion post #2  (2 points)  is based on the reality and value assumptions you already identified in the documentary “Half the Sky:  Part I”, as well as anything else you remember from that documentary and from class discussion about the documentary.  You should try to arrange some of the reality and value assumptions that you identified in the movie, into an argument by using standard […]

As we have learned from our course readings, persuasive presentations have some very distinct elements that make them different from informative presentations. After reading about the persuasive process in Chapter 14, think of a speech topic (different than the topic of your Week Five Final Presentation) and describe how, when preparing a persuasive speech, you would address each of the steps in the process. Your […]

Last week, you spent time searching for and reviewing research articles related to your topic. Now, you are asked to spend time thinking about the theoretical or conceptual framework for your study. You may already have an idea of specific theories or concepts that relate to your topic. If so, you should begin thinking about what pieces, or aspects of the theories or concepts, relate […]

Carefully read, summarize and respond to one of the following texts:  or . Your response should be between 400-600 words and include a brief summary and discussion. Appropriate response/discussion includes your evaluation or criticism of arguments found in the reading, your own suggestions for extending or modifying these arguments, finding points of connection or contradiction between readings, application of ideas found in the reading to analyze a […]

An explanation of the approach that you will use to address your research question(s) is part of the draft Dissertation Prospectus that you will submit . This week’s Learning Resources provide guidance in identifying the research method (qualitative, quantitative or mixed method) and the research design that best align with your research question(s), and thus enable you to logically and effectively address the research problem. It […]

Instructions:  In this course so far we have discovered stereotypes and how they can have an impact from the perspective of others. For this key assignment you will be conducting research and writing a paper on stereotypes and how they act as barriers to critical thinking.  Please follow these guidelines and questions:  Specifically you will be investigating and researching stereotypes that personally affect you or […]

In his latest work, Our Kids:The American Dream in Crisis, Putnam explores the social, economic, and community challenges of achieving the American Dream in the 21st century. One of the distinctive elements of this work is Putnam’s reliance on the stories of ordinary, individual Americans. These stories illustrate one of the book’s central themes: the zip code in which you reside is the single, most […]

Established through an anonymous, the scholarship is available to students who meet the Foundation’s scholarship eligibility criteria, with an emphasis on students who have encountered a personal hardship that has hindered their educational plans. Scholarship funding may cover tuition, fees, books, or equipment that allows them to pursue their studies successfully. Students must submit a maximum of 500 words essay detailing their educational goals and […]

Again, we see the research on women and crime drastically increasing, especially as new theories and methodological approaches are introduced. Discuss how new theoretical perspectives have shifted (added to) the methodological approaches taken by researchers examining the gendered effects off crime and victimization. Within your discussion, compare and contrast the qualitative studies (e.g. Miller, 2012; Gumby and Beynon, 2012) on victimization to those who utilize […]

Watch the PBS Video about Aaron Copland linked below . Answer the following questions about the video. Long answers are necessary. http://video.pbs.org/video/1295288125/ 1. Tell about Copland’s musical journey through the years he composed so much nationalism. 2.What musical techniques did Copland use to make his music have certain characteristics? 3. What was Copland’s inspiration? 4. What was the reaction of other composers to Copland’s nationalism? […]