Learning from Dirty Jobs
Step 1: Go to YouTube and watch the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRVdiHu1VCc Take notes as you watch the lecture. Keep in mind that you may have to watch more than once. Step 2: Write a short essay (350 words MINIMUM) on the following topic. NOTE: An essay has multiple paragraphs and a clear organization. NO QUOTING from the speech or any other source. Instead, work on your paraphrasing and summarizing skills as you discuss the speechs ideas. ESSAY TOPIC: According to Mike Rowe, what kinds of life lessons can be learned from doing “dirty” (disgusting) jobs? Do you think Rowe is correct? Justify your opinion by providing SPECIFIC examples from your experience, observations of the world, and/or things you have read.