Write a paragraph about a trend that interests you and why it is popular. Write a paragraph about a popular TV program. Who usually watches the program? Why is it popular?

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Level 2 – Writing Assignment, we ONLY use Reading and Writing Book

Unit 1
In this assignment, you are going to write a descriptive paragraph. As you prepare your paragraph, think about the Unit Question, “Why does something become popular?”

Choose one of the topics below for your paragraph.

1. Write a paragraph about a trend that interests you and why it is popular. Give sentences (Paragraph)

  • For example, consider a trend in cars, food, or technology. Give sentences (Paragraph)

2. Write a paragraph about a popular TV program. Give sentences (Paragraph)

  • Who usually watches the program? Give sentences (Paragraph)
  • Why is it popular? Give sentences (Paragraph)

NOTES: Use 5 VOCABULARY words and 3 GRAMMAR. Underline or Highlight your vocabulary & grammar. Give 10 sentences.

Write an essay of 2000-2200 words on ONE of the topics below. How balanced, informed, clear and convincing are your arguments? Is the essay well structured, with evidence from case studies building up to convincing conclusions?

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Write an essay of 2000-2200 words on ONE of the topics below.

You have a choice of a self-directed topic (Topic 1) or set topics (Topics 2-3). For all topics, you are advised to discuss your chosen topic, and especially your choice of examples/case studies, with the module leader at an early stage in your research. Essays should be analytical as well as historical and/or descriptive (i.e. they should answer the question ‘why’ and not just ‘what’), and should describe and analyse the social and cultural contexts for the music under discussion. You will need to provide a critical discussion that situates your chosen case study within the context of the scholarly literature on popular music. You should use at least FIVE peer-reviewed secondary sources.

Topic 1: Self-directed topic

Write an essay on a topic of your own devising directly related to some aspect of the module. You should include examples or case studies (e.g. genres, songs, artists) that allow you to engage both with musical details and with wider social and cultural issues. You should also discuss the topic with the module leader in module tutorials or Student Consultation and Feedback Hours.

Topic 2: Cultural Contact in British Popular Music

With specific reference to case studies of one or two musical artists, genres or styles, discuss how popular musics in Britain have emerged from – and have been transformed by – cultural contact and exchange brought about by the movement of people and music. You may want to reference the role of music in relation to topics such as identity, the British Empire, colonialism or technology.

Topic 3: Popular Music and Politics in Britain

With specific reference to case studies of one or two musical artists, genres or styles, discuss the political significance of music in Britain. You could consider topics such as music’s use in political protest, in the self-representation and/or persecution of minority ethnic groups, or the ways in which popular musics have been perceived as transgressive (e.g. illegal, shocking, immoral).

Specific Assessment Criteria

Marks will be awarded according to the Department of Music’s assessment criteria for written work (click here). Their application will be guided by the following additional criteria:

  • Argument. How balanced, informed, clear and convincing are your arguments?
  • Organisation. Is the essay well structured, with evidence from case studies building up to convincing conclusions?
  • Case-Study Analysis. How accurate, detailed and reflective is your reading of individual case studies?
  • Research and literature. How well does your essay engage with peer-reviewed literature relevant to the topic and especially to specific arguments you make?
  • Style, referencing and formatting. Are borrowed ideas referenced appropriately, and are they properly formatted as detailed in Cite them right online?

Compare how your solution to the problem would work in a Home Rule and a Dillon’s Rule city? Briefly explain why you think so.

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DILLON’S RULE VERSUS HOME RULE PAPER

The Dillon’s Rule versus Home Rule Debate centers around cost/ benefits surrounding the standardization that comes from the centralized control of Dillon’s Rule and the creative freedom to act independently to address needs on the local level.

In 2-3 page paper, APA 6th Edition, students will be expected to:

  1. Select a problem persistent to local metropolitan areas;
  2. Describe the circumstances, the actors and community interests involved (these include both public, private, and non-profit);
  3. State a possible solution to the problem (either proposed or already implemented) and how it affects the various elements described in question 2;
  4. Compare how your solution to the problem would work in a Home Rule and a Dillon’s Rule city? (You should have a scenario for each.)
  5. Briefly explain why you think so.

Describe effective methods you used in identifying and narrowing down to just one of the topics to further research for your Final Paper. Explain three ways you can critically analyze sources to determine if they are scholarly.

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Discussion Post

Prepare: Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, review the Narrowing a Topic and Developing a Research Question web page and Integrating Research tutorial. These resources will help you in developing a topic.

It is also recommended that you review these tutorials from the UAGC Library:

You may also want to review the Sample Final Paper GEN499, so that you can start preparing your rough draft that is due in Week 4.
Reflect: When considering a research topic, consider an interesting topic that is worth further research. For instance, having a strong opinion on a specific topic may deter you from thinking more critically, and therefore the research might end up being one-sided. It is a good idea to pick a topic in which you can provide a good argument for both sides of the societal issue.
Write: For this discussion, address the following prompts:

  • Identify a global societal issue from the following list that you would consider researching further for your Week 5 Final Paper:
    • Climate change
    • Pollution
    • Religious conflict and violence
    • Rise of artificial intelligence
    • Lack of education
    • Unemployment and lack of economic opportunity
    • Government accountability and corruption
    • Food and water security
    • International drug trafficking
    • Poverty and income inequality
  • Describe effective methods you used in identifying and narrowing down to just one of the topics to further research for your Final Paper.
  • Explain three ways you can critically analyze sources to determine if they are scholarly.
  • Summarize information from at least two scholarly journal articles from the UAGC Library that will support your claims for your chosen topic.
  • Explain why scholarly sources should be used to support your writing on the selected topic.
  • Download and attach a PDF copy of one of the peer-reviewed scholarly articles that you found from the UAGC Library to your answer using the “Attach” function located below your response.

Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length, which should include a thorough response to each prompt. You are required to provide in-text citations of applicable required reading materials and/or any other outside sources you use to support your claims. Provide full reference entries of all sources cited at the end of your response. Please use correct APA format when writing in-text citations (see In-Text Citation Helper) and references (see Formatting Your References List).

Identify three out of five skills or competencies you have acquired through participation in general education courses that will help you meet your academic and career goals. Describe your three chosen skills and explain which activities, assignments, or courses helped you acquire them.

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Introduction Post

Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read The Value of General Education blog post, What Is the Purpose of Taking General Classes for a College Degree?, and Integrated General Education: A Brief Look Back articles, review the What Is CRAAP? handout, and view the Integrating Researchtutorial and Picking Your Topic Is Research! video.

Before writing your introduction, review the five learning outcomes for this course:

  • Apply ethical theory and moral reasoning to academic knowledge and societal concerns.
  • Utilize principles of critical thinking in problem-solving.
  • Communicate through investigative research and writing.
  • Utilize information technology skills appropriate to interdisciplinary studies.
  • Articulate the responsibility of global citizenship and multicultural understanding with regard to academic and professional pursuits.

After reviewing the five learning outcomes, post an introduction in which you

  • Identify three out of five skills or competencies you have acquired through participation in general education courses that will help you meet your academic and career goals.
  • Describe your three chosen skills and explain which activities, assignments, or courses helped you acquire them.

What key shifts in our own thinking about the role of humans in plant and landscape manipulation did you notice after reading Fuller and Rindos? What lessons might be relevant here for our current world?

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Write a 200-word post and a 70-word response

What key shifts in our own thinking about the role of humans in plant and landscape manipulation did you notice after reading Fuller and Rindos? What lessons might be relevant here for our current world?

Create a presentation for the conference identifying realistic ideas for reducing teacher turnover.

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Combating Teacher Turnover

Competency

Implement strategies for personnel management and staff development.

Student Success Criteria

View the grading rubric for this deliverable by selecting the “This item is graded with a rubric” link, which is located in the Details & Information pane.

Scenario

You have been an early childhood director in the same childcare program for ten years. You are well respected within the early childhood community. You have a reputation for hiring and maintaining a professional, well-educated staff. Many of your staff have been employed at your center for a minimum of five years. The early childhood coalition within your state has asked you to give a short presentation at the state’s annual conference. The topic will be “Combating Teaching Turnover.”

Instructions

For this deliverable you will create a presentation for the conference identifying realistic ideas for reducing teacher turnover. You can be as creative as you want! You can create a physical tri-fold tabletop display, set of handouts, flyers or a brochure, or even as a video presentation with PowerPoint, Prezi, or another tool.

Presentation Guidelines:

  • Include your name and a pretend center name.
  • Include at least two graphics and/or pictures.
  • Provide details for at least five specific ideas for reducing teacher turnover.
  • What exactly do YOU do at your center? What are you doing that might be different from other centers?
  • Describe three strategies used enhance the teacher experience in your center.
  • Describe three specific ways you demonstrate appreciation for your staff.
  • Describe three strategies used to support your staff in their own professional growth and development.

Identify the team leader of your group, the team leader will distribute the tasks and oversee the completion of the assignment. Research the history of the company and write (250-500) words about the company’s background.

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Operations Management

Case Assignment

Task
• You are to work in teams, following the same previous groups assigned.
• Read the case study “Dice manufacturing company: the acquisition decision”, and answer the questions that the manager is asking himself (on page 4 – The decision).
• Each group will have to carry out research on the company in order to formulate an answer using the material studied in the course Operations Management.
• You are required to do the following as a team:

  • a. Identify the team leader of your group, the team leader will distribute the tasks and oversee the completion of the assignment.
  • b. Research the history of the company and write (250–500) words about the company’s background.
  • c. Answer the questions.

Important notes:
a. Assignments will not be accepted after the deadline

b. When you use material from different sources, make sure that you include references.

c. Make sure that your assignment is organized and well presented.

d. Describe the Tasks and performance of team members

e. Abide by the following guidelines:

  • Font style: Times New Roman
  • Font size: 12 points
  • Line spacing: 1.5
  • Headings Answer each question separately with proper sub–headings
  • Apply a proper referencing style (APA, or Harvard). Be consistent.

Do you or someone you know avoid the news? After reading this article from the Nieman Journalism Lab, reflect on how you might change that perspective.

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Avoid the news

Do you or someone you know avoid the news? After reading this article from the Nieman Journalism Lab, reflect on how you might change that perspective.

  • Link:  https://search-proquest-com.norcocollege.idm.oclc.org/usnews/docview/2251674003/C325BEC955345E4PQ/3?accountid=130556

What do you think McLuhan would say about role the internet would play in our everyday lives?

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 Marshall McLuhan – Digital Prophecies

Description

What do you think McLuhan would say about role the internet would play in our everyday lives?

Al Jazeera provides an overview of Marshall McLuhan’s theory:  Marshall McLuhan – Digital Prophecies: The Medium is the Message