Andre S.
ENG 111
Personal Expressive Essay 1
Silent Strength
While working late one afternoon, I heard the weather report forecasting continuous
thunderstorms throughout the evening. Hoping to escape the downpour and chaotic commute, I concluded
my affairs and hurriedly exited the building where I worked. The warm humidity and the fragrance of rain
momentarily engulfed me as I walked outside. Ominous clouds pregnant with moisture curtained the sky
as rumbling thunder and flashes of lightning illuminated the stratosphere. The low lying wind steadily
increased in velocity; the promises of a ferocious Norfolk summer storm were on display.
I raced to my car and accelerated to Interstate 64, praying for favorable road conditions, but a sea
of red lights beckoned, welcoming me into unmoving traffic. The motorists’ frustration heightened as we
inched forward—crawling at a snail’s pace. A sense of foreboding and alarm suffused the air at the
inevitability of the impending deluge. As thoughts of warmth and comfort pervaded my consciousness, a
resounding clap made me jump. The clouds unfolded giving birth to torrential rains which descended
mercilessly in blankets of white, impairing visibility as the wiper blades uselessly attempted the chore of
removing water from the windshield. So I, along with the others who could, moved to the shoulder of the
road.
Sitting there waiting for the waters to abate, listening to the pounding pulse of the rain awakened
an unpleasant childhood memory—seeing my mother cry for the first time. As a seven year old boy,
numerous details escaped my observation because of my preoccupation with playing games and watching
television. I vividly recalled my stupefaction at this peculiarity.
When we were kids, inclement weather prevented us from venturing outside. To alleviate our
boredom, my sisters and I started a rousing game of Uno—adding our own rules—starting arguments and
fights. The sniffles and voices coming from the next room caught our attention. Mother and father were
standing in the kitchen, speaking in hushed tones. We peeked in and saw mom hanging her head while
dad stood rigidly, arms by his side. They attempted to keep their voices lowered, but the intensity of their
disagreement caused fitful outbursts. Clearly they were embroiled in a dispute evidenced by the harsh
words and gestures. The exchange escalated and father declared the argument futile, walking away. He
emerged to tell us goodbye individually, then collectively, and left. Staring out the window, silently
sobbing as tears rolled down her soft cheeks, mother helplessly watched his retreat. I walked over to her,
tugged on her skirt and asked the obvious questions: “Is something wrong? Why was dad leaving and
where did he go?” She straightened her spine, wiped her face and offered promises saying soothingly,
everything would be fine.
However, it was not fine. In the weeks that followed dad.
You will submit a 1-2 page double spaced paper, plus references, des.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will submit a 1-2 page double spaced paper, plus references, describing this organism, and present it to your peers in class on 6/30. In this paper and presentation, you will lay out the organism’s cellular morphology, metabolic activities, growth niche and any virulence or special attributes that it contains. You may discuss how these factors all contribute to its perpetuation.
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you will submit a 150-200 word reading summary -Reasons for the .docxjustine1simpson78276
you will submit a 150-200 word reading summary
-Reasons for the way things are.
-Confussion about the story of reality
-What is christianity
-4 elements of every world view: where we come from? what is our problem? what is the solution?
Restoration
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You will submit a 1500 word fully-referenced critical essay .docxjustine1simpson78276
You will submit a 1500 word
fully-referenced
critical essay which will DISCUSS ONE of the following:
a) Journalism is an expression of the culture in which it resides.
b) The decline of the foreign correspondent.
c) Does the West continue to dominate global news flow?
d) Asian values in journalism and its impact across the Asia-Pacific region.
e) The challenges for African journalism in the 21st century.
f) Compare and contrast development journalism in Asia and Africa.
g) The Pacific journalist – tradition versus freedom of expression.
h) The challenges for investigative journalism in Eastern Europe.
i) The clash of civilisation and its influence on US journalism.
j) The framing of Africa by western journalists.
k) Freedom of expression vs democracy in Latin America.
l) The decline of US newspapers and what it means for democracy.
m) Is peace journalism possible?
n)
OR a statement you design based on your studies which has received prior approval from your tutor at least TWO weeks before due date
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Your assignment will be assessed according to the criteria sheet at the end of the Subject Outline. You are encouraged to self-assess your work by submitting a copy of this assessment criteria sheet with your assignment.
Length: 1500 words
Due: Friday of Week 14
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you will submit a 150-200 word reading summary The story of real.docxjustine1simpson78276
you will submit a 150-200 word reading summary
The story of reality
What does it mean whether or not the Christian story is the truth about the world.
The blind men and the Elephant
Two applications: religious and skeptical
Three problems: contraction claims, story teller, a talking elephant.
Christians have a problem with the evil.
The problem of a narrow way.
God, Jesus, Men, Resurrection
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You will select an enterprise-level risks that impact an organizatio.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will select an enterprise-level risks that impact an organization of your choice … please address the following items:
• Here’s the approach you can take for this paper:
Title page (ensure team members and IDs are listed)
Introduction – provide a background of the selected organization.
Risk #1
Description
Impact on organization
Recommendation on how to manage it
Risk #2
Description
Impact on organization
Recommendation on how to manage it
Risk #3
Description
Impact on organization
Recommendation on how to manage it
Conclusion
References (minimum of 8 reputable sources)
Appendix (if any)
The paper will range from 15-pages includes title page, content, and references.
Please write in APA Style.
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You will select a psychologist (Skinner or Freud ) and conduct a bri.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will select a psychologist (Skinner or Freud ) and conduct a brief investigation of their work. You will produce a two-page written document with a corresponding reference section (three pages total) summarizing the psychologist’s major contribution(s) to the field of psychology, their influence on modern-day psychology, and your opinion on the significance of their work.
Read the files for more detail.
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You will select a hot button issue from current or relatively re.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will select a hot button issue from current or relatively recent events and examine the ways it (was) being covered by various media outlets. Once you select your topic you must obtain a representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in major outlets of the Conservative, Liberal, and Non-partisan media as well as how it is being discussed on the media. The website
www.allslides.com
will assist you in determining the political views of various media outlets. The components of your project are listed below:
1. A representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in the Conservative (right wing) media:
a. 1 short video clip from a major conservative cable news outlet (e.g. Fox News)
b. 1 example from a major conservative web site (e.g. The Heritage Fondation)
c. 1 example from a major liberal magazine or newspaper (e.g. The National Review / The New York Post)
2. A representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in the Liberal / Progressive (left wing) media:
a. 1 short video clip from a major liberal cable news outlet (e.g. MSNBC)
b. 1 example from a major liberal web site (e.g. thinkprogress.org)
c. 1 example from a major liberal magazine or newspaper (e.g. Mother Jones / The New York Times)
3. A representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in the Center / Non-partisan / Mainstream media:
a. 1 short video clip from a major mainstream news outlet (e.g. ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN)
b. 1 example from a major mainstream web site (e.g. politico.com)
c. 1 example from a major mainstream magazine or newspaper (e.g. Time / USA Today)
4. A representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in the social media:
a. 1 example of a back and forth discussion from a social media outlet (e.g. Facebook, Twitter)
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you will research resources available on the Internet for monitoring.docxjustine1simpson78276
you will research resources available on the Internet for monitoring natural phenomena including earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, global climate, and weather.
Based on your research, do the following:
Identify a minimum of three different natural phenomena that are typically responsible for natural disasters. Analyze the potential impact of these disasters.
Analyze how these phenomenon are monitored, or not, via the Internet. Critique available Web sites, which publicly display up-to-date monitored information related to each of the natural phenomena you have identified. Focus on the following aspects:
Geography
What parts of the world are potentially affected by these phenomena? Specifically identify the countries.
Resources
What kinds of resources are allocated toward monitoring these phenomena and why?
What types of Web resources monitor the phenomena and provide up-to-date information about them?
What kinds of technology are involved in monitoring the phenomena?
Politics
What political ramifications would this disaster-preparedness technology cause between more-developed countries and less-developed countries?
What kinds of issues could this technology cause between less-developed countries?
Economics
How would this technology directly impact the economies of those countries that have the technology versus those countries that do not?
Do you predict any indirect impacts? What current evidence supports your position?
Disaster Preparedness
What types of systems are in place in terms of disaster preparedness related to these monitored phenomena?
Summarize your findings. Evaluate how this technology will impact the future of humanity, both positively and negatively. Be sure to consider the political and economic issues discussed in your future predictions.
Support your statements with examples. Use a minimum of six reliable references, two of which should be peer-reviewed articles.
Write a 7–8-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
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You will review qualitative research. The topic is up to you as lon.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will review qualitative research. The topic is up to you as long as you choose a peer-reviewed, academic research piece. There are no hard word counts or page requirements as long as you cover the basic guidelines. You must submit original work, however, and a paper that returns as a large percentage of copy/paste to other sources will not be accepted. (Safe Assign will be used to track/monitor your submission for plagiarism.)
Please use APA formatting and include the following information:
Introduction/Background: Provide context for the research article. What led the author(s) to write the piece? What key concepts were explored? Were there weaknesses in prior research that led the author to the current hypothesis or research question?
Methodology: Describe how the data was gathered and analyzed. What research questions or hypotheses were the researcher trying to explore? What statistical analysis was used?
Study Findings and Results: What were the major findings from the study? Were there any limitations?
Conclusions: Evaluate the article in terms of significance, research methods, readability and the implications of the results. Does the piece lead into further study? Are there different methods you would have chosen based on what you read? What are the strengths and weaknesses of the article in terms of statistical analysis and application? (This is where a large part of the rubric is covered.)
References
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You will review quantitative research. The topic is up to you as lo.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will review quantitative research. The topic is up to you as long as you choose a peer-reviewed, academic research piece. There are no hard word counts or page requirements as long as you cover the basic guidelines. You must submit original work, however, and a paper that returns as a large percentage of copy/paste to other sources will not be accepted. (Safe Assign will be used to track/monitor your submission for plagiarism.)
Please use APA formatting and include the following information:
Introduction/Background: Provide context for the research article. What led the author(s) to write the piece? What key concepts were explored? Were there weaknesses in prior research that led the author to the current hypothesis or research question?
Methodology: Describe how the data was gathered and analyzed. What research questions or hypotheses were the researcher trying to explore? What statistical analysis was used?
Study Findings and Results: What were the major findings from the study? Were there any limitations?
Conclusions: Evaluate the article in terms of significance, research methods, readability and the implications of the results. Does the piece lead into further study? Are there different methods you would have chosen based on what you read? What are the strengths and weaknesses of the article in terms of statistical analysis and application? (This is where a large part of the rubric is covered.)
References
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You will research one womens movement that we have not discussed in.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will research one women's movement that we have not discussed in class. Include prominent leaders, prominent issues, challenge to the movement, outcomes of the movement and background information such as how the movement originated. This part must be
at least 1 page
in length and have
3 sources
cited related to your chosen movement. Make sure that they are "academic sources." That means, no wikipedia or other unverified sources. I will deduct MAJOR points for missing citations as it constitutes plagiarism! Include your citations after each essay.
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You will research a Native American or African communitys culture, .docxjustine1simpson78276
You will research a Native American or African community's culture, oral tradition, religious texts, historical background, and current beliefs and practices.
If possible, interview a Native American or African, medicine man, shaman, or museum expert about that community. If you would like to take pictures during your visit to this community, museum, or place of worship be sure to obtain permission.
In a 15-20-slide presentation with slide notes (not including title slide and reference slide), address the following elements:
Name of the Native American community or African Tribal Religion and the historical religious beliefs and practices of that group.
How historical beliefs and religious practices have been influenced (positively or negatively) by the dominant surrounding culture. Include specific examples.
Current religious beliefs and practices and the part they play in the daily life of a typical member of the community.
Elements of the traditional religion that a Christian would need to consider when sharing the Christian faith/gospel with a person from this community.
Evaluation of the impact American or European policy has had on Native American or African Tribal Religion beliefs and practices.
How current and future governmental policies could impact personal beliefs and practices of that community in the future.
Be creative. Include a title slide, reference slide(s), and slide notes that provide detailed explanation of slide information.
Utilize the course textbook and a minimum of three additional academic resources, one of which can be your interview and should include topic materials and external resources.
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You will receive 15 points extra credit (added to the homework p.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will receive 15 points extra credit (added to the homework portion of your grade) for locating and submitting a summary of a legal news article that was (1) published within the preceding year and (2) that
is relevant to one of the topics that we have previously covered in the course
(e.g., Torts, Contracts, Constitutional Law, Franchising, etc.). You may find appropriate legal news articles at findlaw.com, on the websites of many news organizations (i.e., the Associated Press, Reuters, the Los Angeles Times, NBC News, etc.), or from any other
reputable
online or print sources.
Your summary must:
Discuss facts of the legal news story
Explain how the news story relates to a topic previously discussed in class, and
Either attach a copy of the new story or provide a functioning link to the article online that will allow me to easily find it.
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You will provide a short analysis of the interaction of group member.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will provide a short analysis of the interaction of group members that you observe in action. For example, You could go to a county courthouse to watch a celebrity's trial, or you could watch Court TV and follow the proceedings there. After you have completed your observation, write a short critique of what you have observed.
Briefly describe what group meeting you observed as well as where and when the meeting took place. [For example, "I observed the Killeen City Council meeting on October 1, 2015 at Killeen City Hall.]
What organizational plan was employed? [For example, Parliamentary Procedure was employed with the reading of the minutes, old business, new business, etc.]
How were the decisions made? [For example, majority rule, consensus, leader-dictated, etc.]
How was information about topics gathered? [For example, research was provided by group members, research was provided by staff or outsiders, or testimony was provided, etc]
Was there a formal designated leader? Did certain members seem to play particular roles and assume specific responsibilities? [For example, the Mayor was the leader of the City Council.]
Were there conflicts or disagreements between group members and/or outsiders and how were they resolved? [For example, some council members wanted to annex property into the city limits, while some other council members as well as the citizens testifying, were opposed. The council decided to discuss the issue in executive session.]
Did the group tend to digress (get off the topic)? Did someone get them back to the subject, and if so, who did so?
Did the group seem thorough and complete in its treatment of the subjects that it addressed?
Were the group members clear in expressing themselves by phrasing their ideas carefully and by presenting their ideas in a vivid manner?
Would you personally feel comfortable addressing this group? Why or why not? Explain.
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You will produce and submit a Powerpoint of screenshots related to .docxjustine1simpson78276
You will produce and submit a Powerpoint of screenshots related to using a forensics tool. (Example : FTK Imager) The tool may be any software that captures cell phone or wireless network traffic. You will need to capture screen shots for:
Installation and Setup of a forensics tool on your computer (Minimum of 2 screenshots of this process)
Captured data using the forensics tool (Minimum of 4 screenshots of this process)
Reports from the captured data (Minimum of 3 screenshots)
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You will produce a clear and coherent writing that is well organized.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will produce a clear and coherent writing that is well organized and edited. After reading and watching S.E. Hinton's "The Outsiders" and "Fences" by August Wilson.
In 350 words or more analyze the impact of the social norms of the 1950’s on the development of theme and character in both Fences and The Outsiders. Use at least two pieces of evidence to support your thinking. Make sure to cite correctly using MLA format. 16 points
Use this sentence format below (fill in the blank, but be clear on what you type):
The 1950’s were a turbulent time in American history. The nation was rapidly changing as were American values.[Three events that happened in the 1950’s that shaped American values]. Although this time is often thought of as a period of prosperity not every American benefited during that decade. In fact two texts written much later would utilize those tensions in a subtle way, to explore the ideas of ___Topic #1____ and ____Topic #2__.
Both The Outsiders and Fences deal with the topics of ____ and ____ by showing the development of their characters and build their themes through their actions and interactions.
Although both stories take place in different parts of America and deal with different ethnic groups they resoundingly share the same theme that in order for a family to stay together they must be willing to change and sacrifice
. A moment in __Title of text_____ that demonstrates this is when [Context for your evidence]“[Textual evidence” this [Analysis of text] (Citation). Similarly in ___Title & author____ there is a moment that _[synonym for displays]___ this theme when [Context for textual evidence].“[Textual evidence to support your claim” ]which shows [Analysis of textual evidence] (Citation). In addition this reinforces the social norm of the time that [Social norm shown in textual evidence].
On the other hand there are subtle differences between the texts when it comes to the topic of ___Topic #3___. In _Tiltle of text__ __Topic #3___ [claim about topic #3]. It is made clear to the reader that[claim about the differences between the text].[Contextualize the differences with an example]. [Reasoning for the different view on the topic]. The fierce 50’s are more than a half a century behind us but the themes and culture that emerged during that time can still be seen today.
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You will present ADP and Paychex as the recommendations to the VP .docxjustine1simpson78276
You will present ADP and Paychex as the recommendations to the VP of the company. The assignment is to explain the following
1.How will they provide Payroll processing with a HR Integration Interface
2.How will they provide an appropriate report generation feature with both custom reporting and standard reporting features
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You will prepare and present a personality analysis of your choo.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will prepare and present a personality analysis of your choosing. In 10-12 slides, address the following questions.
Choose a person to analyze. This can be a historical figure, a famous person (politician, celebrity, musician), or a fictional character from a book or other media. Just be sure you have enough information on this person’s personality and background to fully analyze them.
Describe this person’s personality in detail using language and concepts from the humanistic perspective.
Analyze this person from both Abraham Maslow’s humanistic perspective and Carl Rogers’s humanistic perspective. In other words, explain how this person’s personality would be described by each of those theorists. Explain how their personality developed the way it did, from Maslow's and Rogers’s perspectives.
If the person you described experiences psychological issues or psychopathology, explain how humanistic theory can be used to restore a state of health and psychological well-being to the person. In other words, if they suffer from anxiety, depression or other disorders, how would humanistic theorists like Maslow and Rogers help them overcome those disorders?
Include speaker notes below each content-related slide that represent what would be said if giving the presentation in person. Expand upon the information included in the slide and do not simply restate it. Please ensure the speaker notes include 50-75 words per slide.
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you will prepare a PowerPoint presentation on the consumer infor.docxjustine1simpson78276
you will prepare a PowerPoint presentation on the consumer informatics pillar of health informatics including the e-patient movement (i.e., the widespread use of the Internet or other technologies that allows patients to have more participation in their medical care) and the Personal Health Record (PHR). Creating this week’s presentation will give you the opportunity to explore how participatory health care informatics is shaping patient-centered models of care.
Create your PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes that critically address each of the following elements. (Remember that your presentation slides should have short, bullet-pointed text with your speaker notes including the bulk of the information provided in the following list.)
Interpret the definition of consumer health informatics from national sources such as the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA), etc.
Compare and contrast the roles of patient, consumer, caregiver, and professional in consumer informatics.
Analyze health literacy’s role in the success of consumer informatics.
Analyze the role of the e-patient movement and the PHR in effecting health care change.
Examine how participatory health care informatics is shaping patient-centered models of care.
Compare and contrast two examples of consumer informatics applications of your choosing. (Examples could be those found on the Internet or those you’ve encountered in your personal life.)
You may wish to include visual enhancements in your presentation. These may include appropriate images, a consistent font, appropriate animations, and transitions from content piece to content piece and slide to slide.
Must be five to seven slides with speaker notes (not including the title and references slides) and formatted according to APA style
Must use at least three scholarly sources in addition to the course text.
Must include a separate references slide that is formatted according to APA style
Due Saturday 11/7/2020
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You will post a 250-word reply to 2 classmate’s threads. The reply r.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will post a 250-word reply to 2 classmate’s threads. The reply requires a minimum of 1 properly formatted citation. Each reply must be completed by you, the individual student. Additionally, each thread and reply must reflect a solid Christian worldview through the use of at least 1 Holy Bible reference.
EUGENE
In reviewing this week’s reading material, Kouzes and Posner’s (2017) argument for the importance of enabling others to act, fostering collaboration, and strengthening others reminded me of Deci and Ryan’s (1985) self-determination theory. I have routinely come back to this theory throughout my coursework as the principles within it seem to fit many different molds, specifically leadership and motivation. The topic of motivation and police officers has become an area of interest due in part to research showing the unique nature of being a police officer, to include internal and external stressors that are seldom experienced by any other profession (Accquadro Maran, Zedda, Varetto & Ieraci, 2015). Deci and Ryan’s (1985) self-determination theory simply says that in order for humans to feel motivated to perform they must have a sense of autonomy, competence, and relatedness. I find that Kouzes and Posner’s (2017) concept of enabling others to act and fostering collaborations meld perfectly with providing people with a sense of autonomy. Leaders, especially front-line supervisors within law enforcement organizations, have a dramatic impact on the autonomy of officers. I have seen first-hand how front-line leadership can restrict the decision-making process so much that they drain the officer’s motivation which leads to them not wanting to act and foster any sort of collaboration with the organization. Having the confidence as a leader to step back and allow others to make decisions is a worthy investment. While not every situation will allow for this, leaders must learn to create environments in which their people can be successful and allow them to make decisions. This level of confidence is not learned overnight, and I have struggled with this myself. However, once I observed the benefits of allowing officers to make their own decisions, obviously within the guidelines of our policies, they feel more connected and confident in their ability to solve problems. If we look at Deci and Ryan’s (1985) argument for competence, this aligns with Kouzes and Posner’s (2017) argument for strengthening others. Competence, or having the ability to complete the task at hand, comes down to proper training which strengthens others and allows them to complete their job more effectively and with confidence. Failure to strengthen others can, and will, result in stagnation due to a lack of motivation to perform. Leadership is a challenging process that takes time to learn and understand. This process can certainly be daunting, however just as Proverbs 3:5 (English Standard Version, 2020) reads, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean .
You will submit a 1-2 page double spaced paper, plus references, des.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will submit a 1-2 page double spaced paper, plus references, describing this organism, and present it to your peers in class on 6/30. In this paper and presentation, you will lay out the organism’s cellular morphology, metabolic activities, growth niche and any virulence or special attributes that it contains. You may discuss how these factors all contribute to its perpetuation.
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you will submit a 150-200 word reading summary -Reasons for the .docxjustine1simpson78276
you will submit a 150-200 word reading summary
-Reasons for the way things are.
-Confussion about the story of reality
-What is christianity
-4 elements of every world view: where we come from? what is our problem? what is the solution?
Restoration
.
You will submit a 1500 word fully-referenced critical essay .docxjustine1simpson78276
You will submit a 1500 word
fully-referenced
critical essay which will DISCUSS ONE of the following:
a) Journalism is an expression of the culture in which it resides.
b) The decline of the foreign correspondent.
c) Does the West continue to dominate global news flow?
d) Asian values in journalism and its impact across the Asia-Pacific region.
e) The challenges for African journalism in the 21st century.
f) Compare and contrast development journalism in Asia and Africa.
g) The Pacific journalist – tradition versus freedom of expression.
h) The challenges for investigative journalism in Eastern Europe.
i) The clash of civilisation and its influence on US journalism.
j) The framing of Africa by western journalists.
k) Freedom of expression vs democracy in Latin America.
l) The decline of US newspapers and what it means for democracy.
m) Is peace journalism possible?
n)
OR a statement you design based on your studies which has received prior approval from your tutor at least TWO weeks before due date
.
Your assignment will be assessed according to the criteria sheet at the end of the Subject Outline. You are encouraged to self-assess your work by submitting a copy of this assessment criteria sheet with your assignment.
Length: 1500 words
Due: Friday of Week 14
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you will submit a 150-200 word reading summary The story of real.docxjustine1simpson78276
you will submit a 150-200 word reading summary
The story of reality
What does it mean whether or not the Christian story is the truth about the world.
The blind men and the Elephant
Two applications: religious and skeptical
Three problems: contraction claims, story teller, a talking elephant.
Christians have a problem with the evil.
The problem of a narrow way.
God, Jesus, Men, Resurrection
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You will select an enterprise-level risks that impact an organizatio.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will select an enterprise-level risks that impact an organization of your choice … please address the following items:
• Here’s the approach you can take for this paper:
Title page (ensure team members and IDs are listed)
Introduction – provide a background of the selected organization.
Risk #1
Description
Impact on organization
Recommendation on how to manage it
Risk #2
Description
Impact on organization
Recommendation on how to manage it
Risk #3
Description
Impact on organization
Recommendation on how to manage it
Conclusion
References (minimum of 8 reputable sources)
Appendix (if any)
The paper will range from 15-pages includes title page, content, and references.
Please write in APA Style.
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You will select a psychologist (Skinner or Freud ) and conduct a bri.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will select a psychologist (Skinner or Freud ) and conduct a brief investigation of their work. You will produce a two-page written document with a corresponding reference section (three pages total) summarizing the psychologist’s major contribution(s) to the field of psychology, their influence on modern-day psychology, and your opinion on the significance of their work.
Read the files for more detail.
.
You will select a hot button issue from current or relatively re.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will select a hot button issue from current or relatively recent events and examine the ways it (was) being covered by various media outlets. Once you select your topic you must obtain a representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in major outlets of the Conservative, Liberal, and Non-partisan media as well as how it is being discussed on the media. The website
www.allslides.com
will assist you in determining the political views of various media outlets. The components of your project are listed below:
1. A representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in the Conservative (right wing) media:
a. 1 short video clip from a major conservative cable news outlet (e.g. Fox News)
b. 1 example from a major conservative web site (e.g. The Heritage Fondation)
c. 1 example from a major liberal magazine or newspaper (e.g. The National Review / The New York Post)
2. A representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in the Liberal / Progressive (left wing) media:
a. 1 short video clip from a major liberal cable news outlet (e.g. MSNBC)
b. 1 example from a major liberal web site (e.g. thinkprogress.org)
c. 1 example from a major liberal magazine or newspaper (e.g. Mother Jones / The New York Times)
3. A representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in the Center / Non-partisan / Mainstream media:
a. 1 short video clip from a major mainstream news outlet (e.g. ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN)
b. 1 example from a major mainstream web site (e.g. politico.com)
c. 1 example from a major mainstream magazine or newspaper (e.g. Time / USA Today)
4. A representative sample of how the topic is being discussed in the social media:
a. 1 example of a back and forth discussion from a social media outlet (e.g. Facebook, Twitter)
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you will research resources available on the Internet for monitoring.docxjustine1simpson78276
you will research resources available on the Internet for monitoring natural phenomena including earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, global climate, and weather.
Based on your research, do the following:
Identify a minimum of three different natural phenomena that are typically responsible for natural disasters. Analyze the potential impact of these disasters.
Analyze how these phenomenon are monitored, or not, via the Internet. Critique available Web sites, which publicly display up-to-date monitored information related to each of the natural phenomena you have identified. Focus on the following aspects:
Geography
What parts of the world are potentially affected by these phenomena? Specifically identify the countries.
Resources
What kinds of resources are allocated toward monitoring these phenomena and why?
What types of Web resources monitor the phenomena and provide up-to-date information about them?
What kinds of technology are involved in monitoring the phenomena?
Politics
What political ramifications would this disaster-preparedness technology cause between more-developed countries and less-developed countries?
What kinds of issues could this technology cause between less-developed countries?
Economics
How would this technology directly impact the economies of those countries that have the technology versus those countries that do not?
Do you predict any indirect impacts? What current evidence supports your position?
Disaster Preparedness
What types of systems are in place in terms of disaster preparedness related to these monitored phenomena?
Summarize your findings. Evaluate how this technology will impact the future of humanity, both positively and negatively. Be sure to consider the political and economic issues discussed in your future predictions.
Support your statements with examples. Use a minimum of six reliable references, two of which should be peer-reviewed articles.
Write a 7–8-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
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You will review qualitative research. The topic is up to you as lon.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will review qualitative research. The topic is up to you as long as you choose a peer-reviewed, academic research piece. There are no hard word counts or page requirements as long as you cover the basic guidelines. You must submit original work, however, and a paper that returns as a large percentage of copy/paste to other sources will not be accepted. (Safe Assign will be used to track/monitor your submission for plagiarism.)
Please use APA formatting and include the following information:
Introduction/Background: Provide context for the research article. What led the author(s) to write the piece? What key concepts were explored? Were there weaknesses in prior research that led the author to the current hypothesis or research question?
Methodology: Describe how the data was gathered and analyzed. What research questions or hypotheses were the researcher trying to explore? What statistical analysis was used?
Study Findings and Results: What were the major findings from the study? Were there any limitations?
Conclusions: Evaluate the article in terms of significance, research methods, readability and the implications of the results. Does the piece lead into further study? Are there different methods you would have chosen based on what you read? What are the strengths and weaknesses of the article in terms of statistical analysis and application? (This is where a large part of the rubric is covered.)
References
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You will review quantitative research. The topic is up to you as lo.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will review quantitative research. The topic is up to you as long as you choose a peer-reviewed, academic research piece. There are no hard word counts or page requirements as long as you cover the basic guidelines. You must submit original work, however, and a paper that returns as a large percentage of copy/paste to other sources will not be accepted. (Safe Assign will be used to track/monitor your submission for plagiarism.)
Please use APA formatting and include the following information:
Introduction/Background: Provide context for the research article. What led the author(s) to write the piece? What key concepts were explored? Were there weaknesses in prior research that led the author to the current hypothesis or research question?
Methodology: Describe how the data was gathered and analyzed. What research questions or hypotheses were the researcher trying to explore? What statistical analysis was used?
Study Findings and Results: What were the major findings from the study? Were there any limitations?
Conclusions: Evaluate the article in terms of significance, research methods, readability and the implications of the results. Does the piece lead into further study? Are there different methods you would have chosen based on what you read? What are the strengths and weaknesses of the article in terms of statistical analysis and application? (This is where a large part of the rubric is covered.)
References
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You will research one womens movement that we have not discussed in.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will research one women's movement that we have not discussed in class. Include prominent leaders, prominent issues, challenge to the movement, outcomes of the movement and background information such as how the movement originated. This part must be
at least 1 page
in length and have
3 sources
cited related to your chosen movement. Make sure that they are "academic sources." That means, no wikipedia or other unverified sources. I will deduct MAJOR points for missing citations as it constitutes plagiarism! Include your citations after each essay.
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You will research a Native American or African communitys culture, .docxjustine1simpson78276
You will research a Native American or African community's culture, oral tradition, religious texts, historical background, and current beliefs and practices.
If possible, interview a Native American or African, medicine man, shaman, or museum expert about that community. If you would like to take pictures during your visit to this community, museum, or place of worship be sure to obtain permission.
In a 15-20-slide presentation with slide notes (not including title slide and reference slide), address the following elements:
Name of the Native American community or African Tribal Religion and the historical religious beliefs and practices of that group.
How historical beliefs and religious practices have been influenced (positively or negatively) by the dominant surrounding culture. Include specific examples.
Current religious beliefs and practices and the part they play in the daily life of a typical member of the community.
Elements of the traditional religion that a Christian would need to consider when sharing the Christian faith/gospel with a person from this community.
Evaluation of the impact American or European policy has had on Native American or African Tribal Religion beliefs and practices.
How current and future governmental policies could impact personal beliefs and practices of that community in the future.
Be creative. Include a title slide, reference slide(s), and slide notes that provide detailed explanation of slide information.
Utilize the course textbook and a minimum of three additional academic resources, one of which can be your interview and should include topic materials and external resources.
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You will receive 15 points extra credit (added to the homework p.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will receive 15 points extra credit (added to the homework portion of your grade) for locating and submitting a summary of a legal news article that was (1) published within the preceding year and (2) that
is relevant to one of the topics that we have previously covered in the course
(e.g., Torts, Contracts, Constitutional Law, Franchising, etc.). You may find appropriate legal news articles at findlaw.com, on the websites of many news organizations (i.e., the Associated Press, Reuters, the Los Angeles Times, NBC News, etc.), or from any other
reputable
online or print sources.
Your summary must:
Discuss facts of the legal news story
Explain how the news story relates to a topic previously discussed in class, and
Either attach a copy of the new story or provide a functioning link to the article online that will allow me to easily find it.
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You will provide a short analysis of the interaction of group member.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will provide a short analysis of the interaction of group members that you observe in action. For example, You could go to a county courthouse to watch a celebrity's trial, or you could watch Court TV and follow the proceedings there. After you have completed your observation, write a short critique of what you have observed.
Briefly describe what group meeting you observed as well as where and when the meeting took place. [For example, "I observed the Killeen City Council meeting on October 1, 2015 at Killeen City Hall.]
What organizational plan was employed? [For example, Parliamentary Procedure was employed with the reading of the minutes, old business, new business, etc.]
How were the decisions made? [For example, majority rule, consensus, leader-dictated, etc.]
How was information about topics gathered? [For example, research was provided by group members, research was provided by staff or outsiders, or testimony was provided, etc]
Was there a formal designated leader? Did certain members seem to play particular roles and assume specific responsibilities? [For example, the Mayor was the leader of the City Council.]
Were there conflicts or disagreements between group members and/or outsiders and how were they resolved? [For example, some council members wanted to annex property into the city limits, while some other council members as well as the citizens testifying, were opposed. The council decided to discuss the issue in executive session.]
Did the group tend to digress (get off the topic)? Did someone get them back to the subject, and if so, who did so?
Did the group seem thorough and complete in its treatment of the subjects that it addressed?
Were the group members clear in expressing themselves by phrasing their ideas carefully and by presenting their ideas in a vivid manner?
Would you personally feel comfortable addressing this group? Why or why not? Explain.
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You will produce and submit a Powerpoint of screenshots related to .docxjustine1simpson78276
You will produce and submit a Powerpoint of screenshots related to using a forensics tool. (Example : FTK Imager) The tool may be any software that captures cell phone or wireless network traffic. You will need to capture screen shots for:
Installation and Setup of a forensics tool on your computer (Minimum of 2 screenshots of this process)
Captured data using the forensics tool (Minimum of 4 screenshots of this process)
Reports from the captured data (Minimum of 3 screenshots)
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You will produce a clear and coherent writing that is well organized.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will produce a clear and coherent writing that is well organized and edited. After reading and watching S.E. Hinton's "The Outsiders" and "Fences" by August Wilson.
In 350 words or more analyze the impact of the social norms of the 1950’s on the development of theme and character in both Fences and The Outsiders. Use at least two pieces of evidence to support your thinking. Make sure to cite correctly using MLA format. 16 points
Use this sentence format below (fill in the blank, but be clear on what you type):
The 1950’s were a turbulent time in American history. The nation was rapidly changing as were American values.[Three events that happened in the 1950’s that shaped American values]. Although this time is often thought of as a period of prosperity not every American benefited during that decade. In fact two texts written much later would utilize those tensions in a subtle way, to explore the ideas of ___Topic #1____ and ____Topic #2__.
Both The Outsiders and Fences deal with the topics of ____ and ____ by showing the development of their characters and build their themes through their actions and interactions.
Although both stories take place in different parts of America and deal with different ethnic groups they resoundingly share the same theme that in order for a family to stay together they must be willing to change and sacrifice
. A moment in __Title of text_____ that demonstrates this is when [Context for your evidence]“[Textual evidence” this [Analysis of text] (Citation). Similarly in ___Title & author____ there is a moment that _[synonym for displays]___ this theme when [Context for textual evidence].“[Textual evidence to support your claim” ]which shows [Analysis of textual evidence] (Citation). In addition this reinforces the social norm of the time that [Social norm shown in textual evidence].
On the other hand there are subtle differences between the texts when it comes to the topic of ___Topic #3___. In _Tiltle of text__ __Topic #3___ [claim about topic #3]. It is made clear to the reader that[claim about the differences between the text].[Contextualize the differences with an example]. [Reasoning for the different view on the topic]. The fierce 50’s are more than a half a century behind us but the themes and culture that emerged during that time can still be seen today.
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You will present ADP and Paychex as the recommendations to the VP .docxjustine1simpson78276
You will present ADP and Paychex as the recommendations to the VP of the company. The assignment is to explain the following
1.How will they provide Payroll processing with a HR Integration Interface
2.How will they provide an appropriate report generation feature with both custom reporting and standard reporting features
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You will prepare and present a personality analysis of your choo.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will prepare and present a personality analysis of your choosing. In 10-12 slides, address the following questions.
Choose a person to analyze. This can be a historical figure, a famous person (politician, celebrity, musician), or a fictional character from a book or other media. Just be sure you have enough information on this person’s personality and background to fully analyze them.
Describe this person’s personality in detail using language and concepts from the humanistic perspective.
Analyze this person from both Abraham Maslow’s humanistic perspective and Carl Rogers’s humanistic perspective. In other words, explain how this person’s personality would be described by each of those theorists. Explain how their personality developed the way it did, from Maslow's and Rogers’s perspectives.
If the person you described experiences psychological issues or psychopathology, explain how humanistic theory can be used to restore a state of health and psychological well-being to the person. In other words, if they suffer from anxiety, depression or other disorders, how would humanistic theorists like Maslow and Rogers help them overcome those disorders?
Include speaker notes below each content-related slide that represent what would be said if giving the presentation in person. Expand upon the information included in the slide and do not simply restate it. Please ensure the speaker notes include 50-75 words per slide.
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you will prepare a PowerPoint presentation on the consumer infor.docxjustine1simpson78276
you will prepare a PowerPoint presentation on the consumer informatics pillar of health informatics including the e-patient movement (i.e., the widespread use of the Internet or other technologies that allows patients to have more participation in their medical care) and the Personal Health Record (PHR). Creating this week’s presentation will give you the opportunity to explore how participatory health care informatics is shaping patient-centered models of care.
Create your PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes that critically address each of the following elements. (Remember that your presentation slides should have short, bullet-pointed text with your speaker notes including the bulk of the information provided in the following list.)
Interpret the definition of consumer health informatics from national sources such as the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA), etc.
Compare and contrast the roles of patient, consumer, caregiver, and professional in consumer informatics.
Analyze health literacy’s role in the success of consumer informatics.
Analyze the role of the e-patient movement and the PHR in effecting health care change.
Examine how participatory health care informatics is shaping patient-centered models of care.
Compare and contrast two examples of consumer informatics applications of your choosing. (Examples could be those found on the Internet or those you’ve encountered in your personal life.)
You may wish to include visual enhancements in your presentation. These may include appropriate images, a consistent font, appropriate animations, and transitions from content piece to content piece and slide to slide.
Must be five to seven slides with speaker notes (not including the title and references slides) and formatted according to APA style
Must use at least three scholarly sources in addition to the course text.
Must include a separate references slide that is formatted according to APA style
Due Saturday 11/7/2020
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You will post a 250-word reply to 2 classmate’s threads. The reply r.docxjustine1simpson78276
You will post a 250-word reply to 2 classmate’s threads. The reply requires a minimum of 1 properly formatted citation. Each reply must be completed by you, the individual student. Additionally, each thread and reply must reflect a solid Christian worldview through the use of at least 1 Holy Bible reference.
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In reviewing this week’s reading material, Kouzes and Posner’s (2017) argument for the importance of enabling others to act, fostering collaboration, and strengthening others reminded me of Deci and Ryan’s (1985) self-determination theory. I have routinely come back to this theory throughout my coursework as the principles within it seem to fit many different molds, specifically leadership and motivation. The topic of motivation and police officers has become an area of interest due in part to research showing the unique nature of being a police officer, to include internal and external stressors that are seldom experienced by any other profession (Accquadro Maran, Zedda, Varetto & Ieraci, 2015). Deci and Ryan’s (1985) self-determination theory simply says that in order for humans to feel motivated to perform they must have a sense of autonomy, competence, and relatedness. I find that Kouzes and Posner’s (2017) concept of enabling others to act and fostering collaborations meld perfectly with providing people with a sense of autonomy. Leaders, especially front-line supervisors within law enforcement organizations, have a dramatic impact on the autonomy of officers. I have seen first-hand how front-line leadership can restrict the decision-making process so much that they drain the officer’s motivation which leads to them not wanting to act and foster any sort of collaboration with the organization. Having the confidence as a leader to step back and allow others to make decisions is a worthy investment. While not every situation will allow for this, leaders must learn to create environments in which their people can be successful and allow them to make decisions. This level of confidence is not learned overnight, and I have struggled with this myself. However, once I observed the benefits of allowing officers to make their own decisions, obviously within the guidelines of our policies, they feel more connected and confident in their ability to solve problems. If we look at Deci and Ryan’s (1985) argument for competence, this aligns with Kouzes and Posner’s (2017) argument for strengthening others. Competence, or having the ability to complete the task at hand, comes down to proper training which strengthens others and allows them to complete their job more effectively and with confidence. Failure to strengthen others can, and will, result in stagnation due to a lack of motivation to perform. Leadership is a challenging process that takes time to learn and understand. This process can certainly be daunting, however just as Proverbs 3:5 (English Standard Version, 2020) reads, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean .
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In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
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Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
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Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
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Andre S.ENG 111Personal Expressive Essay 1Silent S.docx
1. Andre S.
ENG 111
Personal Expressive Essay 1
Silent Strength
While working late one afternoon, I heard the weather report
forecasting continuous
thunderstorms throughout the evening. Hoping to escape the
downpour and chaotic commute, I concluded
my affairs and hurriedly exited the building where I worked.
The warm humidity and the fragrance of rain
momentarily engulfed me as I walked outside. Ominous clouds
pregnant with moisture curtained the sky
as rumbling thunder and flashes of lightning illuminated the
stratosphere. The low lying wind steadily
increased in velocity; the promises of a ferocious Norfolk
summer storm were on display.
I raced to my car and accelerated to Interstate 64, praying for
favorable road conditions, but a sea
of red lights beckoned, welcoming me into unmoving traffic.
The motorists’ frustration heightened as we
2. inched forward—crawling at a snail’s pace. A sense of
foreboding and alarm suffused the air at the
inevitability of the impending deluge. As thoughts of warmth
and comfort pervaded my consciousness, a
resounding clap made me jump. The clouds unfolded giving
birth to torrential rains which descended
mercilessly in blankets of white, impairing visibility as the
wiper blades uselessly attempted the chore of
removing water from the windshield. So I, along with the others
who could, moved to the shoulder of the
road.
Sitting there waiting for the waters to abate, listening to the
pounding pulse of the rain awakened
an unpleasant childhood memory—seeing my mother cry for the
first time. As a seven year old boy,
numerous details escaped my observation because of my
preoccupation with playing games and watching
television. I vividly recalled my stupefaction at this peculiarity.
When we were kids, inclement weather prevented us from
venturing outside. To alleviate our
boredom, my sisters and I started a rousing game of Uno—
adding our own rules—starting arguments and
3. fights. The sniffles and voices coming from the next room
caught our attention. Mother and father were
standing in the kitchen, speaking in hushed tones. We peeked in
and saw mom hanging her head while
dad stood rigidly, arms by his side. They attempted to keep their
voices lowered, but the intensity of their
disagreement caused fitful outbursts. Clearly they were
embroiled in a dispute evidenced by the harsh
words and gestures. The exchange escalated and father declared
the argument futile, walking away. He
emerged to tell us goodbye individually, then collectively, and
left. Staring out the window, silently
sobbing as tears rolled down her soft cheeks, mother helplessly
watched his retreat. I walked over to her,
tugged on her skirt and asked the obvious questions: “Is
something wrong? Why was dad leaving and
where did he go?” She straightened her spine, wiped her face
and offered promises saying soothingly,
everything would be fine.
However, it was not fine. In the weeks that followed dad did not
return. He called regularly, and I
was always excited to speak to him. The conversation though
mirthless made me happy; pretty soon, the
calls became infrequent as well as the funds. Our finances
4. became strained with insufficient money to buy
food, clothing and pay the bills. But mom found a second job
working part time in a hospital to cover the
family’s expenses. I would ask dad when he would be returning
and he’d evade the question or fumble
the response. Whenever I asked mom, she’d remain silent or
say, “I don’t know.” Neither offered an
explanation for the change in our family. Neither accepted
responsibility. Weeks became months, and
months became years, but when mom spoke of him, the words
and memories were continuously fond. We
adapted without quite understanding what happened. As I got
older, I would sometimes see mom teary
eyed or staring out that same window and I’d think to myself,
pitiful. I could not control my annoyance at
her weakness and inability to distance herself from his memory;
I felt anger at him for abandoning and
discarding us like waste and sadness by the chain of events.
This vulnerability tarnished an otherwise
amazing woman in my eyes.
Blaring horns jolted me from my reverie. As the rain tapered to
a drizzle, traffic slowly started
moving again. I pulled back on to the interstate; my thoughts
still lingering on that memory. I realized
5. that in my anger, I misjudged my mother. All this time, I was
blinded to her strength in adversity;
remarkably overcoming feelings of desertion with class and
resilience, deservedly earned my admiration.
She assumed all the household responsibilities – providing our
necessities, allotting us quality time,
compensating for the absence of our father. I now understood
that her weakness was caring and patiently
attending to our needs. And so in our lives, the meanest tests
bring out our inner untapped reserves of
strength—pulling us through our darkest and certainly toughest
moments, building stern characters and
mental backbones of steel.
I drove home silently apologizing to my mother for all the mean
thoughts I cultivated and
harbored over the years. I said a prayer to commemorate my
newly found sense of the true and real life
illustration of fortitude. Thankful for the lessons she taught me
without speaking, she taught by example
the authenticity of family responsibility. There are untold
volumes and mountains of strength in silence.
6. Essay 1:
Write an original personal expressive essay based on a person,
place, experience,
observation or object (2 -3 pages double-spaced).
Your first two essays should focus on the meaning of an
observation, experience, a person or a place, an object that
had some impact on your life or thoughts.
Guidelines
Your first original essay should be similar in style and voice to
the essay samples in Set 1.
I have selected a variety of exemplary essays by professional
writers and former students to use as
models so that you can then plan and develop your own essay.
You should pay particular attention to and
carefully review the model essays and use them as examples of
good prose. Personal expressive style doesn’t
mean casual, ungrammatical or sloppy writing—in fact, some
personal writing is the most powerful kind of
writing we read. It touches our hearts, minds and spirits,
sometimes, in ways no informative or objective
writing can. It’s the writing we care about most . . . so you
want this to be just right.
7. First and foremost, though, you must establish in your own
mind that you have some real purpose in
writing about what you choose to use as the focus of your essay.
The meaning of your subject, whether it is an
event, object, observation, place or a person, must be clearly
and cleverly revealed to your reader. There must
be some significance to what you write beyond just telling or
describing or sharing it. Your next consideration
is your audience or readers: What do they know? What is the
best way to approach them? What do you want
them to understand, feel or think? This will help you decide
what type of voice to use. Review all handouts on
the bb concerning these issues, especially the To Be Verb and
Showing vs Telling handouts!
The sample essays possess this one key quality: meaning
beyond the example/subject. All of the
sample essays have a clear sense of audience. You should
absolutely write for an audience other than me—your
peers would be the target group. We will share these essays
with others in the class. If, for example, you
choose to write about a personal experience or a person, keep in
mind that each reader must get something or
take a something away from your essay. Don’t dwell in the
realm of the obvious—telling readers what they
8. already know, pretending that the information is new and
revealing. While this is difficult to achieve, it’s the
only kind of writing that is worth reading.
So give it a try: write a draft, read it aloud to yourself or,
better, to someone else . . . then put it away for
a while then read it again, ready to make some revisions. You
need this time away from the writing to see it
again with new eyes. Save your first draft, but save your
revised one as another version (number these
chronologically as many times as you revise the essay). Be
ready to accept suggestions, while you give
feedback to others.
The last action you should perform before you submit or share a
copy of your writing is a mechanical
one: checking punctuation, word choices, etc. Submit the last
draft you come up with . . . not the first one!
Review the Top 10 List posted on the Bb before submitting your
final copy to me.
Try, as best you can, to say that the draft you submit is your
best work for the moment. Be open and
ready though to receive useful feedback and suggestions for
further revision after review. This is the writing
9. process we will use. You will have a chance to revise your
work after peer reviews . . . but forget this for now,
and write like you don’t have that opportunity. This may help
you produce your best essay.
Consider this a similar effort that athletes, musicians, dancers,
actors or artists put forth. They try to
perform in rehearsal or practice at the highest level possible.
While they understand that the work is just
practice, they benefit from this opportunity to achieve the best
they can at the moment. It is no different for
writers. If you think to yourself: “I’ll just write a sloppy draft
or a rough draft and submit that because I’ll get a
chance to rewrite it anyway,” you will not progress as far as you
would if you had tried to do your best writing.
Again, going all out in practice makes the final performance
better. There is no substitute for this kind
of effort. Yes, you may make mistakes and reconsider what
you’ve done later (and make revisions), but you’ll
be closer to the finish line if you’ve given a full effort every
time! Give this process a try, and you may see
wonders occur.
Essay specifications:
Heading information in upper left
10. Liz Anderson
Professor Antinarella
ENG 111 O 15C
15 February 2017
800 - 1000 words / multi-paragraph
Double-spaced / Standard 12 pt font / Times New Roman
Proofread / Spell check for mechanical errors
Label your essay document file with your last name and
identifying phrase:
e.g. Anderson Essay 1