Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from D2L for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on D2L.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 10 in the Boss text - Marketing and Advertising
*Participate in this week's discussion. (3 posts to your blog, 150 words each and 3 comments on your colleagues blogs, 100 words each). Make sure your comments are within this week's discussion. Do not comment on past weeks posts.
*Continue working on the final assignment: Group Facilitation Paper.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). After reading Chapter 10 in its entirety, answer the following question: Discuss different marketing strategies that you have encountered as a consumer during the past week. Evaluate the strategies. Discuss the ones you found most effective, and which are the least effective.
2). Go back and review pages 332-337 and answer the following question: Critically evaluate Wootan's and Liodice's arguments regarding government regulation of children's food advertising. Which person makes the best argument and why?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://comm41perez.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Monday, October 29, 2012
Monday, October 22, 2012
Week of October 22 - 28
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from D2L for this week.
NOTE: The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on D2L.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 9 - Ethics and Moral Decision Making
*There is no discussion this week
*Group Participation Assessment for assignment #2. Just as you did for the first assignment, you should fill out an assessment for every person in your group and send it to me. If you do not send me a filled out assessment, you will earn zero points/20, regardless of how your group graded you Make sure to submit it before Sunday at 11:59pm.
*Assignment #3 due by Dec 2nd @ 11:59pm. As a reminder, there is no individual component to this paper. Please continue to work with the SAME group you worked with for the second assignment in the class. Take note that Assignment #3 is a bit more involved than the first two assignments and will take quite a bit more planning and preparation, so get started right away. You should touch base with your group members this week to plan a 'real time' meeting. Email me by Sunday night of this week with when/where your group will meet.
Reminder: I hold office hours of Tuesday's and Thursday's from 9:30am to 11:30am on Yahoo Messenger. I can also chat with students over the phone during that time, or at your convenience. We can always make an appointment to chat over the phone in case you need clarification about something in the class. And of course, I'm always available through email.
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from D2L for this week.
NOTE: The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on D2L.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 9 - Ethics and Moral Decision Making
*There is no discussion this week
*Group Participation Assessment for assignment #2. Just as you did for the first assignment, you should fill out an assessment for every person in your group and send it to me. If you do not send me a filled out assessment, you will earn zero points/20, regardless of how your group graded you Make sure to submit it before Sunday at 11:59pm.
*Assignment #3 due by Dec 2nd @ 11:59pm. As a reminder, there is no individual component to this paper. Please continue to work with the SAME group you worked with for the second assignment in the class. Take note that Assignment #3 is a bit more involved than the first two assignments and will take quite a bit more planning and preparation, so get started right away. You should touch base with your group members this week to plan a 'real time' meeting. Email me by Sunday night of this week with when/where your group will meet.
Reminder: I hold office hours of Tuesday's and Thursday's from 9:30am to 11:30am on Yahoo Messenger. I can also chat with students over the phone during that time, or at your convenience. We can always make an appointment to chat over the phone in case you need clarification about something in the class. And of course, I'm always available through email.
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Instructor Wrap Up - Boss Chapter 4
Chapter 4
Knowledge, Evidence, & Errors in Thinking
Goals of this chapter:
1). Learn about the nature and limitations of human knowledge
2). Distinguish between rationalism and empiricism
3). Learn about different types of evidence
4). Set guidelines for evaluating evidence
5). Look at sources for researching claims and evidence
6). Study different types of cognitive/perceptual errors, including self-serving biases
7). Learn how social expectations and group pressure can lead to erroneous thinking
8). Examine the evidence and arguments regarding unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and what type of proof would be necessary to establish their existence
Good Critical Thinking Skills Require a Sound Knowledge Base
Knowledge is information or experience we believe to be true and for which we have justification or evidence.
*Understanding how knowledge is acquired, as well as having an awareness of the limits of human understand, is essential in logical reasoning.
Rationalism and Empiricism:
Our views of the world are shaped by our understanding of the truth and the ultimate sources of knowledge.
*Rationalists, like the Greek philosopher Plato, claim that most human knowledge and truth derives from reason.
*Empiricists, on the other hand, claim that truth and knowledge are derived through empirical evidence collected by our physical senses.
Immanuel Kant (1724-1804)
Kant, a German philosopher, rejected both rationalism and empiricisim.
*He argued that our experience of reality is not a matter of reason or empirical evidence, but is dependent on the structure of our minds.
*This means we do not see reality "as it is", but rather as our brain interprets it by structuring and processing incoming information.
Evaluating Evidence
*Evidence is something that tends to prove or disprove a particular view.
*It can come from a variety of sources, and as good critical thinkers we must evaluate all evidence before we employ it in critical analysis.
*Learn how to evaluate the credibility and accuracy of evidence is a key skill in critical thinking and logic.
The fallibility of direct experience:
*As noted previously, our brains organize and interpret, rather than directly record, sensory experience.
*As a result, direct sense experience, while widely relied upon, is not infallible. Memories are subject to influence from a range of factors, including time, language, and external suggestion. Also, our brains often create false memories of events, and these false memories can be as compelling and believable as real memories. This phenomenon is known as false memory syndrome.
Hearsay and anecdotal evidence:
Two types of evidence are notoriously unreliable and require us to approach their claims with skepticism:
*Hearsay evidence is evidence that is heard by one person, then repeated to one or more other persons.
*Anecdotal evidence - evidence based on personal testimony, is also unreliable due to problems of inaccurate memory, as well as the human tendency toward exaggeration and distortion.
Experts and credibility:
*Although experts are generally among the most credible information sources, it is always important to examine their credentials before accepting their arguments.
*Four factors used to determine expertise:
1). Education or training from a reputable source.
2). Experience in making judgements in the field.
3). Reputation among peers in the field.
4). Accomplishments in the field, such as publications and/or awards.
Evaluating Claims:
*Our analysis of the evidence for a claim should be accurate, unbiased, and a complete as possible.
*One thing we must watch out for when evaluating claims is confirmation bias, the tendency to look only for evidence that confirms our assumptions and to resist evidence that contradicts them.
*As critical thinkers, we need to consciously develop strategies that compel us to examine evidence - especially that which confirms our prior views - more skeptically, and to be more open-minded about evidence that contradicts our views.
Research is the key to knowledge:
*Good critical thinkers spend time researching claims and collecting information before drawing conclusions.
*Recommended Research Resources:
1). Expert interviews
2). Dictionaries and encyclopedias
3). Library catalogs and scholarly journals
4). Government documents and internet sites
*When doing research, take accurate notes, cite your sources, and use quotations to acknowledge sources.
Cognitive and perceptual errors in thinking:
*Most people underestimate the critical role that cognitive and social factors play in our interpretation of sensory data.
*Although emotion has traditionally been blamed for faulty reasoning, studies suggest many of our errors in thinking are neurological in nature.
*Most of these errors are either cognitive or perceptual errors.
Perceptual errors:
*Our minds are not like recording devices. Instead, our brains construct a picture of reality like an artist does, filtering our perceptions and filling in missing information based in part of our expectations.
*These processes result in a number of perceptual error predispositions, including distortion of objects, misperception of random data, memorable events error, probability errors, self-serving biases, and self-fulfilling prophecies.
Social errors and biases:
*As highly social animals, social norms and cultural expectations exert a strong influence on how we perceive the world. These norms and expectations often act as barriers to critical thinking.
*Some examples of social errors include the "one of us / one of them" error, social expectations, stereotyping, group pressure and conformity, and group diffusion of responsibility.
Conclusions:
*Although knowledge is a crucial component of effective critical thinking, we must recognize that the sources of knowledge, reason, and experience are subject to distortion.
*As critical thinkers, we must be aware of these limitations and conduct research thoroughly, with minds open to both supportive and contradictory evidence as we collect and analyze information.
Knowledge is information or experience we believe to be true and for which we have justification or evidence.
*Understanding how knowledge is acquired, as well as having an awareness of the limits of human understand, is essential in logical reasoning.
Rationalism and Empiricism:
Our views of the world are shaped by our understanding of the truth and the ultimate sources of knowledge.
*Rationalists, like the Greek philosopher Plato, claim that most human knowledge and truth derives from reason.
*Empiricists, on the other hand, claim that truth and knowledge are derived through empirical evidence collected by our physical senses.
Immanuel Kant (1724-1804)
Kant, a German philosopher, rejected both rationalism and empiricisim.
*He argued that our experience of reality is not a matter of reason or empirical evidence, but is dependent on the structure of our minds.
*This means we do not see reality "as it is", but rather as our brain interprets it by structuring and processing incoming information.
Evaluating Evidence
*Evidence is something that tends to prove or disprove a particular view.
*It can come from a variety of sources, and as good critical thinkers we must evaluate all evidence before we employ it in critical analysis.
*Learn how to evaluate the credibility and accuracy of evidence is a key skill in critical thinking and logic.
The fallibility of direct experience:
*As noted previously, our brains organize and interpret, rather than directly record, sensory experience.
*As a result, direct sense experience, while widely relied upon, is not infallible. Memories are subject to influence from a range of factors, including time, language, and external suggestion. Also, our brains often create false memories of events, and these false memories can be as compelling and believable as real memories. This phenomenon is known as false memory syndrome.
Hearsay and anecdotal evidence:
Two types of evidence are notoriously unreliable and require us to approach their claims with skepticism:
*Hearsay evidence is evidence that is heard by one person, then repeated to one or more other persons.
*Anecdotal evidence - evidence based on personal testimony, is also unreliable due to problems of inaccurate memory, as well as the human tendency toward exaggeration and distortion.
Experts and credibility:
*Although experts are generally among the most credible information sources, it is always important to examine their credentials before accepting their arguments.
*Four factors used to determine expertise:
1). Education or training from a reputable source.
2). Experience in making judgements in the field.
3). Reputation among peers in the field.
4). Accomplishments in the field, such as publications and/or awards.
Evaluating Claims:
*Our analysis of the evidence for a claim should be accurate, unbiased, and a complete as possible.
*One thing we must watch out for when evaluating claims is confirmation bias, the tendency to look only for evidence that confirms our assumptions and to resist evidence that contradicts them.
*As critical thinkers, we need to consciously develop strategies that compel us to examine evidence - especially that which confirms our prior views - more skeptically, and to be more open-minded about evidence that contradicts our views.
Research is the key to knowledge:
*Good critical thinkers spend time researching claims and collecting information before drawing conclusions.
*Recommended Research Resources:
1). Expert interviews
2). Dictionaries and encyclopedias
3). Library catalogs and scholarly journals
4). Government documents and internet sites
*When doing research, take accurate notes, cite your sources, and use quotations to acknowledge sources.
Cognitive and perceptual errors in thinking:
*Most people underestimate the critical role that cognitive and social factors play in our interpretation of sensory data.
*Although emotion has traditionally been blamed for faulty reasoning, studies suggest many of our errors in thinking are neurological in nature.
*Most of these errors are either cognitive or perceptual errors.
Perceptual errors:
*Our minds are not like recording devices. Instead, our brains construct a picture of reality like an artist does, filtering our perceptions and filling in missing information based in part of our expectations.
*These processes result in a number of perceptual error predispositions, including distortion of objects, misperception of random data, memorable events error, probability errors, self-serving biases, and self-fulfilling prophecies.
Social errors and biases:
*As highly social animals, social norms and cultural expectations exert a strong influence on how we perceive the world. These norms and expectations often act as barriers to critical thinking.
*Some examples of social errors include the "one of us / one of them" error, social expectations, stereotyping, group pressure and conformity, and group diffusion of responsibility.
Conclusions:
*Although knowledge is a crucial component of effective critical thinking, we must recognize that the sources of knowledge, reason, and experience are subject to distortion.
*As critical thinkers, we must be aware of these limitations and conduct research thoroughly, with minds open to both supportive and contradictory evidence as we collect and analyze information.
Monday, October 15, 2012
Week of October 15-21
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from D2L for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on D2L.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 4: Evidence, Knowledge, and Errors in Thinking
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue to work on assignment #2: Critical Thinking and Social Organizations. As a reminder, this assignment is due on October 21st.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). After reading Chapter 4 in its entirety, answer the following question from page 98: Aristotle taught that wisdom is the greatest virtue. What is the difference or relationship between knowledge and wisdom? What are you acquiring at college: knowledge or wisdom - or both? Discuss whether the information age has made us wiser or just more knowledgeable.
2). Review pages 124-129 "Perspectives on Evaluating Evidence for the Existence of Unidentified Flying Objects" and answer the following question: Compare and contrast the arguments of Condon, Hynek, and Paynter regarding the existence of UFO's. Evaluate the conclusion that each person draws and the evidence each uses to support his conclusion. Which person makes the best argument? Explain.
3). Pick one concept from the assigned reading this week, not already discussed, that you found useful or interesting and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://comm41perez.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from D2L for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on D2L.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 4: Evidence, Knowledge, and Errors in Thinking
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue to work on assignment #2: Critical Thinking and Social Organizations. As a reminder, this assignment is due on October 21st.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). After reading Chapter 4 in its entirety, answer the following question from page 98: Aristotle taught that wisdom is the greatest virtue. What is the difference or relationship between knowledge and wisdom? What are you acquiring at college: knowledge or wisdom - or both? Discuss whether the information age has made us wiser or just more knowledgeable.
2). Review pages 124-129 "Perspectives on Evaluating Evidence for the Existence of Unidentified Flying Objects" and answer the following question: Compare and contrast the arguments of Condon, Hynek, and Paynter regarding the existence of UFO's. Evaluate the conclusion that each person draws and the evidence each uses to support his conclusion. Which person makes the best argument? Explain.
3). Pick one concept from the assigned reading this week, not already discussed, that you found useful or interesting and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://comm41perez.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Week of October 8-14
Hello Folks!
The only thing due this week is the Midterm Exam on D2L. Please log onto D2L to take the exam. It is open book, open notes and it covers Chapters 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, & 8. Remember that the midterm is timed, and it needs to be submitted by 11:59pm on Sunday night. Please do not share answers or test questions with fellow classmates.
As a reminder, the second paper: Critical Thinking is Social Organizations will be due by Sunday, October 21st @ 11:59pm. This is a great week to work on that assignment!!!! This week is also a GREAT time to meet with your new groups, form a study group and study for the midterm exam together in addition to meeting about the second assignment.
Have a good week everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
The only thing due this week is the Midterm Exam on D2L. Please log onto D2L to take the exam. It is open book, open notes and it covers Chapters 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, & 8. Remember that the midterm is timed, and it needs to be submitted by 11:59pm on Sunday night. Please do not share answers or test questions with fellow classmates.
As a reminder, the second paper: Critical Thinking is Social Organizations will be due by Sunday, October 21st @ 11:59pm. This is a great week to work on that assignment!!!! This week is also a GREAT time to meet with your new groups, form a study group and study for the midterm exam together in addition to meeting about the second assignment.
Have a good week everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Grades Updated in D2L
Hello Fabulous Students,
I have entered grade into D2L for the following items:
Discussion Week of Sept. 24-30
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
I have entered grade into D2L for the following items:
Discussion Week of Sept. 24-30
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Instructor Wrap Up - Boss Chapter 3
Chapter 3
Language and Communication
Goals of this chapter:
1). Define what we mean by language and discuss its relation to culture
2). Learn the different functions of language
3). Discuss ways in which language and stereotypes shape our view of the world
4). Learn the different types of definitions
5). Differentiate between a purely verbal dispute and a genuine disagreement
6). Look at communication styles and how sex and culture may influence them
7). Examine the role of nonverbal communication
8). Look at ways in which language and rhetoric can be used to manipulate people
9). Examine the issue of free-speech zones on campuses and the justification for having rules restricting speech that would normally be protected off campus.
Language: is a system of communication that involves a set of arbitrary symbols, whether spoken, written, or nonverbal, as in the case of sign language.
Fun fact: pg. 63 - there are 6,800 known languages in the world, and we are born with an innate ability to acquire language. (check out page 63 and beyond for more cool stuff about language).
Informative Language: this type of language is either true or false. An example of this type of language would be a fact. The fact is either true, or it's not.
Directive Language: this type of language is used to direct or influence actions. An example of this would be persuasive language (or as some of you are well aware, a persuasive speech). But at a basic level, it is language that can direct or influence behaviors (i.e. asking someone to complete a task).
Expressive Language: this is language that expresses feeling and attitudes, and is used to bring about an emotional impact on the listener.
Ceremonial Language: the fourth function of language, is used in prescribed formal circumstances such as the greeting "How are you?" and "I do" in a marriage ceremony and "Amen" after a prayer. Bowing or shaking a person's hand also serves a ceremonial function in many cultures.
Nonverbal Language: pg. 65 - We often look to nonverbal cues, such as body language or tone of voice, when interpreting someone's communication. Indeed, many jurors make up their mind about a case mainly on the basis of the nonverbal behavior of the defendant. Although some nonverbal communication is universal, such as smiling when happy, raising the eyebrow to signal recognition, and making the "disgust face" to show repulsion, much of it is culturally determined.
Personal Note: Nonverbal Communication has interested me for a number of years. When I was an undergrad student at SJSU, for part of my senior project I worked with Dr. Hegstrom (recently retired) to do a bit of research on Nonverbal Communication. He had quite a few videos for a research study he had started, but had not yet completed, regarding the matching/mirror principle for nonverbal communication. This means that when people are in a conversation with one another, they will either match or mirror the other persons body positioning. So there I was, a senior in college, watching tape after tape after tape trying to code these two principles in one minute intervals. While we did not find statistical significance with the tapes we had at our disposal, I truly feel like we 'could' have, had the study been conducted a bit differently. Needless to say, nonverbal communication has been quite interesting to me for quite a long time, and is one of the reasons why I am a professor of communication studies. Lucky you. ;)
Onto Definitions:
First, we must understand a few key principles:
1). Denotative Meaning: The denotative meaning of a word or phrase expresses the properties of the object, being or event the word is symbolizing; it is the same as its lexical or dictionary definition.
2). Connotative Meaning: The connotative meaning of a word or phrase includes feelings and personal thoughts that are elicited on the basis of past experiences and associations.
3). Stereotyping: In stereotyping, rather than seeing people as individuals, we see and label them as members of a particular group.
Got that? Ok great!!! Let's move on to definitions now.
Definitions:
1). Stipulative Definition: A definition given to a new term or a new combination of old terms. See page 69 for a more extensive explanation.
2). Lexical Definitions: This is as simple as it gets: a lexical definition is simply the dictionary definition.
3). Precising Definition: The definitions are used to reduce vagueness that occurs when it is not clear exactly what meaning a word or concept encompasses.
4). Theoretical Definitions: These are a special class of precising definitions used to explain the specific nature of a term.
5). Operational Definition: A definition with standardized measure for use in data collection and interpretation.
6). Persuasive Definition: A definition used as a means to influence others to accept our view.
There are 5 criteria for evaluating defintions:
1). A good definition is neither too broad nor too narrow.
2). A good definition should state the essential attributes of the term being defined.
3). A good definition is not circular.
4). A good definition avoids obscure and figurative language.
5). A good definition avoids emotive language.
Page 74
Individual Styles of Communication:
Starting on Page 81, there is a discussion about Cultural Differences in Communication Styles. Don't skip that discussion, it's pretty cool! ;)
Next, starting on page 83, there is a discussion about Rhetorical Devices, Euphemism, Dysphemism and my favorite, Sarcasm. Click the words below for more detail.
Finally, the book discusses Deception and Lying. This is a very interesting discussion as well, so don't skip this either. You'll be able to impress your friends and family with your new found knowledge about deception and lying (particularly as it pertains to the upcoming campaign.......wait, did I just say that?).
Pretty cool chapter, huh?
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Prof. on Campus
Hello Fabulous Students,
I will be on campus Wednesday and Thursday of this week if you would like to meet with me f2f. That means that my online office hours on Thursday will be canceled because I will hold office hours in person.
I should be in my office from about 11:00am to 12:00pm if you would like to stop by. However, please let me know if you will be stopping by so that I can make sure I will be in my office when you get there. I have a number of meetings to go to, and will likely be running around the department during that time, so please contact me to let me know you'll be stopping by.
My office location is HGH 216
See y'all soon!
TBP
I will be on campus Wednesday and Thursday of this week if you would like to meet with me f2f. That means that my online office hours on Thursday will be canceled because I will hold office hours in person.
I should be in my office from about 11:00am to 12:00pm if you would like to stop by. However, please let me know if you will be stopping by so that I can make sure I will be in my office when you get there. I have a number of meetings to go to, and will likely be running around the department during that time, so please contact me to let me know you'll be stopping by.
My office location is HGH 216
See y'all soon!
TBP
Monday, October 1, 2012
Week of October 1-7
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from D2L for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on D2L.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 3: Language and Communication
*Study for the midterm (test is next week)
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Complete the Argument Mapping Tutorial: CLICK HERE to go to the tutorial.
*Meet with groups and start to work on assignment #2: Critical Thinking and Social Organization. Email instructor with meeting date/time.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). After reading Chapter 3 in its entirety, go back to page 65 and answer the following question: Looking back at the characteristics of a good critical thinker listed on page 7 in chapter 1, discuss ways in which Ride exemplifies these qualities.
2). Review pages 82-87. Discuss how you have used at least 2 rhetorical devices you have used in the past week or two. Make sure to define the rhetorical device, and give a personal example of each.
3). Pick one concept from the assigned reading this week, not already discussed, that you found useful or interesting and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://comm41perez.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from D2L for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on D2L.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 3: Language and Communication
*Study for the midterm (test is next week)
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Complete the Argument Mapping Tutorial: CLICK HERE to go to the tutorial.
*Meet with groups and start to work on assignment #2: Critical Thinking and Social Organization. Email instructor with meeting date/time.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). After reading Chapter 3 in its entirety, go back to page 65 and answer the following question: Looking back at the characteristics of a good critical thinker listed on page 7 in chapter 1, discuss ways in which Ride exemplifies these qualities.
2). Review pages 82-87. Discuss how you have used at least 2 rhetorical devices you have used in the past week or two. Make sure to define the rhetorical device, and give a personal example of each.
3). Pick one concept from the assigned reading this week, not already discussed, that you found useful or interesting and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://comm41perez.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
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