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As you do the readings and watch the videos, think about what challenges and opportunities arise from the transformation in news gathering and reporting made possible by the internet and in the proliferation of easy access to information.  After doing the readings and watching the videos, write a post about these transformations.  You must reference at least 3 of the articles. Some thoughts to get you started:  Do you and your friends and family fit the models of news consumption described in the Pew articles? You may want to refer to some of the charts and graphs and cite some statistics from the articles to make your case. Can limiting your reading to what is posted by like-minded friends on social media make you narrow-minded?  How? You may need to cite specific articles and passages to make your case. What have you learned about the uses of Wikipedia and its credibility as a source?  [If you viewed the optional video on the “Metal Umlaut,” you can discuss that in your answer, too.] Think about everyday access to an important newspaper like the Washington Post.  Would you pay for it, or do you think all news should be free?  Consider this: who is going to do the long-term research and investigative reporting that roots out corruption if all news is free and not done by professional journalists? [Hint: read the optional reading on investigative journalism for more about this topic.] Please find all required reading material in the attached document.

You are a staff member in the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). A change in policy has been instituted. The change in emissions for coal plants will require action from you and your team. This assignment will have two parts. In the first part, you will create a brief that outlines actions that need to be taken by EPA for regulating the policy change. In the second part, you will reflect on different approaches and interpretations you can take in policy change. Part 1- Create a policy brief. Recommend strategies to navigate the political dynamics of the new policy as it relates to the execution of the agency’s duties for your boss. The brief should be concise and follow the general structure of such a policy brief. At a minimum, your policy brief should contain the following: A title A summary of the problem  At least three possible solutions to the problem Statement and explanation of your recommended solution with rationale The implications and benefits of the recommended policy Discussion of implementation of strategy and alternatives to navigate the political dynamics present in this situation. Brief conclusion At least three sources used to support claims Graphics and/or other visual elements so it reflects the formatting of a professional policy brief. Part 2- Discuss different approaches that can be taken when addressing this policy change. Outline the legislative requirements that must be followed for the policy change. Including a discussion regarding regulations around the change. Is there wiggle room in the implementation and application of the policy? Use two to four scholarly resources to support your explanations. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

Please note that you have been officially assigned to research Paella (Spain) to compose your Individual Exercise. When you read the Instructions for the completion of this assignment and take a good look at the map Centers of Plant and Animal Domestication (Getis et al. 2009: 222), you will see that Spain is located within the Mediterranean region of domestication. For this reason, and as mentioned in the Instructions, any plant/animal domesticated in this region should be listed in your table using only one of the following terms (either): Mediterranean or Native, including salt (since this mineral can be found almost anywhere is the world. In addition, ingredients included in this recipe and domesticated in the SW Asia region of domestication would be the only examples of expansion diffusion (domesticated in nearby regions); while all others will be considered examples of relocation diffusion (plant/animals domesticated in faraway region and introduced to this country or region). Finally, please remember that, any plant or animal by-product that is included in your dish (i.e., oil, paprika, vinegar, chicken stock), this/these must be cited in your table by including first the source (animal/plant), followed by the name of the ingredient. For example, olive (oil), bell pat (breadcrumbs), grapes (vinegar), sugarcane (sugar).  The essay must answer three broad questions: Where? Why? (and how?), and, So what? (or, why is this important?).  For example, where is the center of domestication of the plants and animals included in your recipe located?  Why (and how) were these (plants and animals) ingredients introduced to the region where these recipes were developed?  The “So what?” (or, in other words, “why is this important?”) question is an overview of the principle elements of your recipe and must include a conclusion’s paragraph of your analysis clearly stating the connection with the topic of globalization (why is your traditional dish a good example of globalization?). Considering these question, I would suggest you to structure your work as follows:  a) Introduce the topic of globalization in the context of this assignment, using key definitions (included in the course textbook – and cite it in your essay and in your Reference/Bibliography section, showing command of these terms- and in the Instructions files): Food as an indicator of cultural identity (ethnic, national, regional, etc.).  Globalization (why is your dish an example of globalization?); Cultural Diffusion: Expansion Diffusion (i.e., The Agriculture Revolution; ingredients introduce from nearby regions of domestication).  Relocation Diffusion (i.e., the Age of Discovery and Colonization, the Slave Trade, The Columbian Exchange; ingredients introduced from far away locations –Mediterranean ingredients used in Meso-American dishes).  Acculturation/Cultural Hybridization (i.e., the use of chili peppers (Meso-American) in Thai (South and Southeast Asia) or regional Chinese (North Central China) cuisines, for example. b) Describe the origin (region of domestication) of the ingredients included in your recipe.  Answer here the Where question (how many ingredients are considered native? how many are introduced –exotic? What is the relative contribution of each region of domestication to the make-up of your dish?).   c) Analyze how the exotic (non-native) ingredients were introduce to the region/country of origin of your dish, answering the Why and How questions.  Show knowledge of the terms cultural diffusion by stating which ingredients were introduced by expansion diffusion? which were introduced by relocation diffusion? d) Conclusions: Answer the question, “Why is your dish a good example of globalization (or not)?” (So what? or, why is this important?).

Q and A 1. What is your favorite thing to do around town? Shopping lover american eagle Bay Plaza Shopping Center bronx 2. If you could visit any place in this world, where would you go and why? Costa Rica love beach under 21 no drinking. What is your favorite memory with your best friend? Costa Rica. Trip with friend 2 years ago. also:She used to live in M anhattan west site but moved out. please use 4 paragraph essay structure and LAD thesis

Throughout Chapter two of Understanding Comics, Scott McCloud spends a great deal of time explaining his definition of icon. His definition of icon compares with the literary definition of symbol. How do these definitions combine to explain how archetypal characters, understood symbols, and illustrations are used in graphic novels/comics? Explain.

Discussion Four- Assuming that all of us have written your Essay One Assignment: Conflict in Literature, let’s discuss our papers.  Specifically, which story did you write about?  Why did you select that story?  And what were the major points about Conflict you addressed in your paper?  Did the conflict in the story remind you of any conflict you have had in your life?  Please write a minimum of 150 words, and respond to the posting of at least two class members. To receive credit for this discussion, you must at a minimum (1) write a posting a minimum of 150 words.; (2) post your reply no later than 11:00 PM Sunday, September 20 (but I recommend you try to reply earlier this); and (3) respond to at least two classmates’ replies to the Discussion no later than 12:00 PM Sunday, September 20- writing three to five sentences in your response to a classmate’s posting.Then after posting your reply, respond to at least two other class members’ original postings to the Discussion I posed above in Discussion Four, writing three to five sentences. You may respond to more than two class members.  To post your Reply to another class member’s original posting, click on the “Reply” box below the class member’s posting to which you want to respond; then write your response to the original posting of the other class member, and click on “post Reply.”

Step 1 Choose two works, from different artists, from the LISTEN to the Experts Table media presentations and find still images of the artworks online to save to your computer.  In an MS word document include both images (1 MB each max). Under each image write the following: Step 2 1.    The title of the work and the artist. (Titles of artworks are capitalized and always italicized or in quotation marks.) 2.    Describe what you see in the artworks that you can name.  If you see un-namable shapes or objects (abstract objects), describe their colors, line quality, texture, shadows, variety, etc. 3.    Which Essential Element or Principle of Art is most obvious to you in each work? (The LISTEN module has the content area for understanding the Elements and Principles of Art.) 4.    What are the mediums the artist used? (Painting, sculpture, installation, video, photography, ceramics etc.?) 5.    According to the artist or expert talking, what is the meaning of the artwork? 6.    Which element or principle of art do you see that the artist uses to help convey that interpretation? 7.    Compare and contrast one element or principle in the artworks you chose – how are they similar and different? Step 3 What changed in your understanding of each artwork after your observation and analysis? Save your edited word document on your desktop/hard drive. Step 4 Upload your Word document here.

Letter of Application Assignment The letter should high light your skills such as • What technology skills can you offer? • What other skills have you acquired in school, on the job, or through activities? • Do you work well with people? Do you enjoy teamwork? • Are you a leader, self-starter, or manager? • Do you speak, write, or understand another language? • Do you learn quickly? Are you creative? • Do you communicate well in speech and in writing?  You should close the letter by requesting an interview, providing your contact information.  Format & Length: The letter should be no more than one page in length. It will normally consist of three to four paragraphs. Remember to provide your contact information. In your letter you can only use “I” twice to start a sentence. Do not use contractions for this or any other assignment in this class…. link of the position I chose: https://jobs.vaco.com/en-US/job/accounts-receivable-specialist/J3T64J5YVT8C7J8T0CP?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Question Prompt:  What is the argument that Carlson makes about the utility of a liberal arts education in the job market? How does Carlson’s argument fit in the depiction of the current job market in Cohen’s article? In order to answer the question you need to read Carlson and Cohen.

ESSAY #2: Exploratory Essay Length: 3-4 pages Format: typed, double-spaced, 10-12 point font, 1-inch margins   The purpose of this essay is to begin examining an issue that will become the focus of your Advocacy Proposal project later this term. It is important, therefore, to choose a topic that interests you, as you will be spending a significant amount of time on it. In an exploratory essay, you may not necessarily know how you feel about a subject or what you want to say about it. Your research and extended analysis will lead you to a detailed and substantial essay. In other words, your mind shouldn’t be made up before you begin your research & analysis. An important part of your job in this Exploratory Essay is to examine/analyze arguments from opposing sides about an issue of interest.   Starting Out: Choose a topic/issue that interests you and at the same time invites inquiry. What do you already know about this topic? What would you like to explore? Why are you drawn to this subject matter? What is problematic or confusing about this topic? What needs clarity? How can you advance the reader’s understanding of this issue in a way that is engaging and thoughtful? Why is this subject important to you? To your peers? To society? Clearly, you cannot write a successful exploratory essay without curiosity. Whatever your topic, you must come up with questions that open up lines of thought and carve out research opportunities. You should, of course, look for/offer tentative answers to these questions. Be sure to analyze the differing arguments from your research. What are the core cultural values at play with the issue? An exploratory essay should reflect your thoughtful engagement with a subject and your subsequent research. It should be organized in a logical and effective manner, and it should utilize grammar and style to communicate with clarity and precision. There are multiple ways to organize an exploratory essay, but the following components should be present: Intro: introduce topic; identify controlling question (perhaps a problem that needs solving) Personal Engagement with the topic (establish your credibility by explaining why you are considering this topic—what led you to this point? why is it relevant and important to you?) Questions (10-12, including potentially a controlling one) that reveal your ability to identify relevant and interesting aspects of the issue Research Potential: how will you go about moving forward on this topic?  What sources already exist that will help you advance your knowledge or solve the issues you have identified?  Evaluate these sources and arguments. What potential problems might you encounter as you move forward? Conclusion: make an attempt to justify why this is a valid realm of inquiry; explain why the questions (and the potential answers) are relevant to the reader Ultimately, I want you to walk away from this essay with a much deeper understanding of a complex situation/issue, ready to tackle your Advocacy Proposal.