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SPECIAL OCCASIONS AND DELIVERING THE SPEECH

January 15, 2020 4 Comments APA, Humanities

Module 3 – Case
SPECIAL OCCASIONS AND DELIVERING THE SPEECH
Case Assignment
Prepare and deliver a speech to entertain that would be approximately two minutes (equates to two typed pages) in length. The goal of a speech to entertain is to have the audience relax, smile, and enjoy the occasion.

Your speech should have a main point, or message and hopefully include a mix of humor with a more serious morals or lesson learned. In other words, there should be a point to the speech instead of a series of one-liners strung together, one after another. You might include a lighthearted story that reveals a life lesson you have learned, examine a common topic from a different (or unexpected) point of view, or take a lighthearted look at a particular issue and have some fun with it. Always make an effort to select an audience-centered topic and try to personalize your content to engage your audience.

Topics may include:

Wedding toast (best man or maid/matron of honor speech)
Birthday speech
Farewell speech
Graduation speech
Funeral speech
Commemorative speech
The speech should follow the same outline template used in Module 2’s SLP. I recommend you complete an outline for your entertaining speech before recording to make sure that you address each component in developing an effective speech. For example, the speech should include parts of a speech like an attention-getter, preview/purpose statement, credibility statement, etc., as indicated in the provided template.

This speech must be submitted in video format (Webcam or Smart Device). Please make sure to stabilize your camera before recording and filter any background noise. Your speech should be a minimum of 2 minutes in length. If your speech is more than 4 minutes long or 85 MB, you will need to compress your files before uploading. Please submit an e-ticket from the TLC homepage if you have problems uploading due to file size.

MyTLC Courses only supports the following media formats: SWF, MPG, MPEG, RM, MP3, MP4*, M4V*, M4A*, AVI, WAV, RAM, ASF, MOV, and RA.

You may use 4 x 6 note cards and deliver your remarks extemporaneously (not memorized or read word for word).

Please stand for your speech delivery and be aware that your dress is important to speech delivery. In some cases, your attire can act as a visual aid. Inappropriate and distracting clothing (e.g., text printed on shirt, graphics, and loud colors) and accessories (e.g., sparkly and noisy jewelry) can prevent your speech from being received well or interpreted correctly, and can hinder the establishment of the speaker/audience relationship.

Assignment Expectations
Create a two-minute entertaining speech based on the Module 3 SLP outline and record in video format (Webcam or Smart Device).

CHOOSING A TOPIC, ORGANIZING AND OUTLINING, WORDING THE SPEECH

January 15, 2020 1 Comment APA, Humanities

Module 2 – SLP
CHOOSING A TOPIC, ORGANIZING AND OUTLINING, WORDING THE SPEECH
SLP Assignment Expectations
Prepare a detailed outline for the informative speech assigned for the Module 2 Case using the Speech Outline template. Use the Background materials to help you with the content and form. A minimum of two references are required and must be included and credited within the outline and reference section.

When you have finished your outline, return to the Case Assignment page to complete your Case 2 assignment. When it is ready, upload your completed outline to the SLP 2 dropbox.

CHOOSING A TOPIC, ORGANIZING AND OUTLINING, WORDING THE SPEECH

January 15, 2020 1 Comment APA, Humanities

Module 2 – Case
CHOOSING A TOPIC, ORGANIZING AND OUTLINING, WORDING THE SPEECH
Assignment Overview
In this module, you will be completing the SLP assignment before doing the Case Assignment. After you have completed the SLP assignment, return to this page to work on the Case Assignment.

Case Assignment
Prepare and deliver an informative speech that would be approximately two minutes (equates to two typed pages) in length. The speech should follow your outline completed for the SLP in Module 2.

An informative speech is one that aims to inform the audience about a given topic. We were all born in a city, a township, or the country. We call this our hometown. This will be the topic of your speech, and will require research. A minimum of two references are required and must be included and credited within the speech. Always make an effort to personalize your content and engage your audience. Your hometown has a story to tell, so consider researching demographics, location, and historical significance to get you started. Use the online information below to also assist.

Talbot, M. J. (n.d.). How to write an informative speech about a city. Retrieved January 13, 2016, from http://classroom.synonym.com/write-informative-speech-city-8132003.html

This speech must be submitted in audio format (Audio Recorder, Webcam or Smart Device). Please title the saved file with YOUR NAME and SVC101 M2 Case.

Also, please make sure to filter any background noise. Your speech should be a minimum of 2 minutes in length. If your speech is more than 4 minutes long or 85 MB, you will need to compress your files before uploading. Please submit an e-ticket from the TLC homepage if you have problems uploading due to file size.

MyTLC Courses only supports the following media formats: SWF, MPG, MPEG, RM, MP3, MP4*, M4V*, M4A*, AVI, WAV, RAM, ASF, MOV, and RA.

How To:

Record voice memos on the iPod, iPhone

McElhearn, K. (2010). Record voice memos on the iPod, iPhone. Macworld. Accessed on July 24, 2015, at http://www.macworld.com/article/1152402/voice_memos.html

Record audio with Sound Recorder

Sound recorder app for Windows: FAQ. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/record-audio-with-sound-recorder

Apps to Record on Android

Shariar, K. M. (2016). 7 best free Android voice recorder app. Accessed on February 17, 2017, at http://getandroidstuff.com/6-best-free-android-voice-recorder-app/

Assignment Expectations
Create a two-minute informative speech based on the Module 2 SLP outline and record in audio format.

*bonus question it to be written at the end with its title stating bonus question*

View Ash Beckhams speech, http://www.ted.com/talks/ash_beckham_we_re_all_hiding_something_let_s_find_the_courage_to_open_up and respond to the following:

Discuss whether or not Beckham opens her speech with an effective attention-getter.
What is Beckhams thesis (main point or message)?
List some of Beckhams main points as well as the details/examples she uses as support.
Is Beckhams conclusion effective? Explain why or why not.
Discuss the takeaway for you in this speech. Were there any memorable lines or moments? What message might you take and use in your everyday life?

Legacy of J.-J. Rousseau: is man still born free, which chains await him in 2019 and what does this mean for international relations?

January 15, 2020 2 Comments Chicago / Turabian, Humanities

You must rely on key authors, provide quotes, notions

Formal requirements:
4-5 pages,
12 spt, times new Roman,
paragraph 1,15-1,5, standard margins,
no title page (just surname in the first line,
no plagiarism (use quotes with references, references if you paraphrase etc, references must be mentioned exactly where you cite -not in the end of a big paragraph etc)

Recommended structure:
Brief intro (few phrases)
Your key idea (presumably-answer for major question
Argumentation
Conclusion (is you idea correct or not)
References.

Womens studies

January 15, 2020 No Comments Humanities, MLA

can you write 5 pages worth of 2 different questions?
this includes references as well.
please use all 3 sources for each 5 pages labeled either Q1 or Q2

would be great if you could stay away from difficult words and phrases.
i will also attach my previous work so please consider to take a look.
thank you!

Instructions.

(Question 1)
Are women peaceful by their nature? And, are men inherently violent?
Drawing on these questions, elaborate on the different roles played by African women and men during times of war and peace.

(Question 2)
Should development projects such as highways, dams, oil, mining and other infra-structural projects that force the displacement of local communities be built? Reflect on why is your answer to this question is either Yes OR No, please take a side!

Purpose of Reflection Papers: In this assignment, you will be expected to show that you have read, understood and reflected on 3 of the readings assigned for this class, which was covered in session # 3.

Format:

All reflection paper should be 5 pages, typed, double-spaced and in a 12 point font with one-inch margins.

Despite the fact that these papers are designed to reflect your thinking process, they must cite scholarly sources as these will help you develop an informed opinion based on the readings. Thus, each reflection paper must include scholarly sources, documentary films and other information utilized in lectures, readings and class discussions. You must use MLA citation.

Reflection Paper Guidelines:

– This Reflection constitutes 25% of your grade.
– The Reflection Paper should analyze at least 3 readings that are provided for this class (additional external readings could be used but are NOT required.)
– The Reflection should not only summarize the central arguments raised in these readings/films but should also demonstrate your exploration and critical analysis– in your own words.
– It should be doubled spaced, 12-point font– please do NOT use bullet format.
– You must use MLA citation.
– Please check the below reflection grading rubric.

HOW TO REFLECT?

In this course, you have been reflecting on the assigned readings. In this assignment, I am asking you to answer the provided reflection question and expand your reflections by sharing some of the followings, which may apply:

– Thoughts
– Feelings
– Likes
– Dislikes
– Comments
– Ideas, words or phrases that have struck you, and why?
– Further questions this reflection brings up

Reflection Rubric (25%)

Responsiveness to reflection Q.

Score: 10%

– clearly addresses the reflection question/topic and responds effectively to all aspects of the assignment;
– clearly address the reflection question/topic, but may respond to some aspects of the assignment more effectively than others
– addresses the reflection question/topic, but may disregard some aspects of the topic
– indicates confusion about the reflection question/topic or neglects important aspects of the assignment
– suggests an inability to comprehend the assignment or to respond meaningfully to the reflection question/topic

Communication of Ideas

Score: 3%

– explores the issues showing thorough comprehension of the readings/films; goes beyond the obvious or class discussion
– shows some depth and complexity of thought
– may treat the topic simplistically or repetitively; doesnt demonstrate sufficient comprehension of the reflection question/topic lacks focus, demonstrates confused or simplistic thinking, or fails to communicate ideas
– is unfocused, illogical, incoherent or disorganized

Organization

Score: 3%

– is coherently organized, with ideas supported by reasons and examples
– is well organized and developed with appropriate reasons and examples
– is adequately organized and developed, generally supporting ideas with reasons and examples
– is poorly organized and/or undeveloped; lacks support from the readings
– is undeveloped; provides little or no relevant support

Control of Structure, Grammar, Spelling

Score: 3%

– is generally free from grammar and spelling errors and pay attention to sentence structure
– may have a few grammar and spelling errors and minor challenges with sentence structure
– may have some grammar and spelling errors, but generally demonstrates control of sentences & structure
– is marred by an accumulation of grammar and spelling/sentence structure errors
– has serious and persistent errors in word choice, grammar and sentence structure
Length

Score: 1%

Length: 5 pages count noted, minimum met

Page count not noted or minimum not met

Good Luck!

Response to first 3 chapters of Boyd & Silk Prologue

January 14, 2020 4 Comments Humanities, MLA

Assignment 1: Relating to first weeks assigned reading: Boyd & Silk prologue and first three chapters.

Please follow the word count minimum-maximum range (in parentheses) for each when writing your answers to the following questions relating to the weeks readings. Be as detailed and complete as you can within the word count range.

1. (300-400 words) Chpt. 1 Using Darwins postulates below, describe a made up, but realistic evolutionary scenario where a bird species could evolve from not having migration south for the winter into a species that does have migration south for the winter.
i.    i.    variation arising each generation between individuals within the species
ii.    ii.    a struggle for existence
iii.    iii.    heritability (offspring inheriting their parents variations)

2. (100-200 words) Chpt. 1 What are the evolutionary origins of todays domesticated breeds of dogs and why is the process of their evolution considered artificial selection and not natural selection?

3. (250-300 words) Chpt. 2 Please write your best paragraph telling me about Mendels two main principles of heredity.

4. (250-300 words) Chpt. 2 Describe the cell processes (using the proper vocabulary from the second chapter) that result in an adults genes get copied and ending up contributing to 1/2 of the zygotes genes.

5. (100-150 words) Chpt. 2 Very briefly tell me how a gene (which is a recipe in molecular form) ends up being expressed in the body of the organism.

6. (75-100 words) Chpt. 3 Briefly summarize the essential understanding that the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium provides for us.

7. (200-300 words) Chpt. 3 Regarding the modern synthesis, explain: 1) why early geneticists thought the Mendelian patterns of inheritance were incompatible with Darwins theory of natural selection, and 2) How this seeming incompatibility was reconciled. In your answer be sure you explain how continuous variation comes about in populations (see Figures 3.5, 3.6, & 3.7 and accompanying text).

8. (200-300 words) Chpt. 3 Write on the concept of adaptations focusing on: 1) definition of, and 2) two of (what you find to be) the most interesting limitations on adaptations.

Stephen Walt’s The Hell of Good Intentions with implications for international relations theory

January 14, 2020 4 Comments APA, Humanities

Book Review:

Write a review essay of Stephen Walt’s The Hell of Good Intentions with implications for international relations theory.

The essay should be 4-8 double spaced pages (inclusive of notes). It should be modeled on review essays found in Perspectives on Politics, International Organization, and World Politics (peruse journals for samples).

Race and other Theoretical Issues

January 14, 2020 2 Comments APA, Humanities

Discussants will provide an outline for a selected session. Summarize the argument, discuss its contribution to IR, and probe the argument and evidence for strengths and weaknesses. The following questions can be used to guide your reading of each piece and will shape our discussion:

Topic Question: Race and other Theoretical Issues

International Political Economy

January 14, 2020 3 Comments APA, Humanities

Topic Question: International Political Economy

Listening Reflection-American studies

January 14, 2020 2 Comments Humanities, MLA

This is a 2-3 page (double-spaced) assignment. Your job is to write a personal listening reflection about Beyonc – Formation from this module of the course. In doing so, you must:

1. Describe in some way the sounds that you hear.
2. Describe what those sounds make you think about/feel, i.e. describe how the song strikes you.
3. Tie in some reading material from this module section.

You may write about any aspect of the music that you like, but your paper should in some way demonstrate your understanding of the key social and musical characteristics of the music according to the readings from our course.

This is a pass/fail assignment. If you incorporate all three of those elements, you pass. If you don’t, you fail.

Music Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDZJPJV__bQ&list=PLJEgwp7M6P63eL38p2Y5PjLCd1vKY9-uT&index=12&t=0s