promt 4

thanks to the internet, people have more access to more information than at any other time in history. people can instantly find information on almost any topic in the time it takes to type a couple of words and click a mouse. but we often know so little about the source of this information, including its reliability and the qualifications of the person who wrote it. if we don't know its source, information is not much good to us. 

1. do people need to know the source of any information before they use it ? i think they do because then they won't know what information there getting.

2. plan and write an essay in which you develop your point of view on this issue. support your position with reasoning and examples taken from your reading, studies, experience, or observations. 

complains about diffrent courses

many colleges now offer courses in which students study television programs, comic books, magazines, advertising, and other aspects of popular culture. critics complain that schools should not replace serious literature and history courses with such fluff. they claim that courses in popular culture present material that is trivial and inconsequential. but the study of popular culture can be just as important, demanding, and instructive as the study of traditional subjects. 

assignment: can the study of popular culture be as valuable as the study of traditional literary and historical subjects ? 

i think that every course is the same when you take it. 

7 ways to improve

1. what expectations do you have for this school year ? my expectations are to learn things i did'nt know. and to improve.

2. which class do you think will be the most rigorous (difficult)? i think history will be the most difficult because there is lots of writting. 

3. which can you do to make sure you can succeed in the difficult class ? pay more attention. 

4. which class do you think will be the most enjoyable ? instruments 

5. what are some of your everyday tasks in difficult classes ? we have to write allot and lots of reading.

6. which are you good at and which do you need to work on ? i still dont know what im good at. 

7. 

BC forbes

"honesty is the cornerstone of character. the honest man or woman seeks not merely to avoid criminal or illegal acts, but to be scrupulously fair, upright, fearless in both action and expression. honesty pays dividends both in dollars and in peace of mind."
being honest determines who you are and what type of person are you. honesty pays off because you can be successful. 

HONESTY 9 OF 10

HONESTY

9 OF 10

Honesty is always the best policy. Employers need to know that they can trust you with everything from company credit cards to trade secrets. How can you work at honesty? You demonstrate integrity every day that you do your own homework and resist the temptations to cheat on exams.

http://www.k12.hi.us/~mkunimit/honesty.html

What is honest?

·     Honesty is telling the truth.

·     Honesty is straight forward conduct.

·     Honesty is being sincere, truthful, trustworthy, honorable, fair genuine, and loyal with integrity.

You are being honest when you…

·     Do your own homework.

·     Tell a friend the truth

·     Explain the real reason you didn’t turn in your homework

·     Keep your eyes on your own paper

·     Clean up your room after making a promise

·     Give the cashier the extra money she gave you by mistake

·     Write a report in your own words instead of copying

·     Admit you made a mistake

·     Keep a friends secret

·     Turn in a wallet full of money that you found

Choose the right!!!

"year end reflection."

"year end reflection."

A. what did you accomplish this year ?

i accomplished passing my new media class. 

B. what have you done this year that you're proud of?

i get along with most of my teachers.

C. what new things did you learn about yourself? did you discover any new talents or interests?

i learned that i'm not the type of person that likes math. i discovered that i like typing in the beginning of the year i did not know how to type but then i got into new media and i learned.

D. what is one problem or struggle you encountered  this school year that you overcame?

at first i did'nt get along with any of my teachers but then i just stop talking back to them and most of them like me now.

E. we often learn more from teachers than the subject they teach. what is a possible life lesson you have learned from a teachers this year? why was this lesson important to you?

i know that my teachers also have problems not just me. if you choose the right you will go far. this lesson was important because if you choose the right you will go far but if you choose the wrong you will hit the ground. 

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

phil jackson

"stop worrying about whether you're going to win or lose and focus on your full attention on what's happening right this moment."

i think this reflection is about focusing on the present not the past.

time management 8 of 10

TIME MANAGEMENT

8 OF 10

MASTER THE MOMENTS AND YOU MAY BE REAL PRO WHEN IT COMES TO JUGGLING THE MANY DEMANDS ON YOUR TIME-CLASSES, HOMEWORK AND ACTIVITIES – WITH SOME FAMILY HELP. COLLEGES GIVE YOU AN EVEN BIGGER CHANCE TO SHARPEN YOUR TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS BY DOING IT ALL ON YOUR OWN. AND THAT’S A GOOD THING SINCE MOST JOBS REQUIRE MULTITASKING, YOU MIGHT NEED TO TAKE CARE OF CURRENT CLIENTS WHILE ATTRACTING NEW ONES, RESPOND T6O E-MAIL WHILE WORKING ON A MAJOR PRESENTATION, OR ORDER TOMORROW’S PRODUCES WHILE PLANNING NEXT WEEK’S MENU.

          SOMEONE SAID, “WHEREVER YOU ARE, BE THERE.” FOCUS ON THE PRESENT MOMENTS AND GIVE IT ALL YOUR ATTENTION. DON’T LET YOUR MIND DRIFT AND WONDER HERE AND THEIR WHEN YOU NEED TO BE THINKING AND CONCENTRATING ON THE MOMENTS, SO MAKE THE MOST OF IT WHILE IT NOW. MASTER THE PRESENT AND YOU WILL MASTER THE FUTURE. WORK SMART BY MASTERING THE PRESENT MOMENTS.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT.

elizabeth cady stanton

"truth is the only safe ground to stand upon."
i agree ti this statement because being safe is the only ground you'll stand upon if you choose the right. 

Attention Detail 7 of 10

Attention Detail

7 of 10

When you double check your calculations for math problems or cite source carefully in a research paper, you’re paying close attention to detail. That skill comes in handy in any work place, whether you’re maintaining a database, keep a log of the hours you spend with clients or write email.

          John wooden, UCLA’s former great basketball coach who led his team to ten consecutive national championships, was asked what he attributed his success to. Among a number of things, he mentioned that paying attention to details was one of the most important qualities for successful coaching and for high achievement in any worthwhile purist.  He even paid attention to how his player would lace up and tie their shoe strings. If they didn’t tie them correctly, he would teach them how.

          Detail may be small things, but form small things to details come great things; therefore, pay attention to details and you will experience substantial progress in your overall educational attainment.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT

claudius

"everyone is the architect of their own learning."
you can build your own life and don't let anyone bring you down.

Cool Under Pressure 6 of 10

Cool Under Pressure 6 of 10

Cool under Pressure 6 of 10 Very few students enjoy taking tests. Yet functioning well under pressure is crucial to your future success. Try thinking of the pressure of testing as practice for the work world’s own explosive situations. You could someday find yourself meeting tight deadlines, speaking with irate customers, wielding a scalpel or handling dangerous chemicals. The best way to curtail pressure and to even eliminate it is to prepare. Applying the motto “Be Prepared” holds the true first time and every time. Prepare for that test, and you won’t worry about it. In fact, it will be your chance to shine, to reveal the hard work you have put into preparing for the test. You will be rewarded for the effort you have thrust into you studies. Preparation removes fear. When you are prepared, you will not fear. Preparation helps you maintain your cool under pressure. Preparation generates energy and enthusiasm; therefore, prepare and your coolness under pressure is sure to abound.
 CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

peter f druker

"start with what is right rather than what is acceptable."

choose the right and you will get accepted.

initiative 5 of 10

Initiative

5 of 10

Initiative is creativity, inventiveness, originality, ingenuity, imagination. Every time you respond in class, every time you choose your own research topic, every time you put together your own interpretation of a piece of literature. You take initiative. And future employers value can- do professionals who come up with new ideas and chart their own course through projects, employees who are self-reliant. Self-reliant people are self-starters who don’t procrastinate on getting the job done. They know what is required to do and do it. They don’t wait to be told many times. Succeeding in high school, college.

Choose the right!!!

orson swett marden

"to be great-concentrate."

concentrate on what you're good on.

problem-solving skills 4 of 10

Problem-solving skills

4 of 10

Problem solving goes far beyond your math textbook. Every assignment is an opportunity to weigh all possible solutions carefully and choose the one you think is best. As a working professional, you’ll be solving problems regularly, whether it’s fixing a bug in a computer program or overcoming budget shortfalls. Problem solving situations occur extensively and frequently; are ready when they come. When problems or challenges occur, some people look at them at negative experiences, as a crisis. These people are the ones who live day by day with gloom and negativism in their attitudes. But the really successful people, those who at problems as opportunities, opportunities to learn, grow expand their horizons, and make new discoveries. They look on the bright side of things and live happy lives.

Choose the right!!!

anon

"education is a marathon--not a sprint.
education will get you to places in life 

teamwork skills 3 of 10

Teamwork skills

3 of 10

Every time your class breaks into groups to tackle a challenge, you build teamwork skills. In college, you’ll continue to have these opportunities to practice voicing your opinions, listening and responding to others, and reaching compromises. By the time you leave college, you can be an expert in this important workplace skill.

Together

Everyone

Achieves

More

Individually you can achieve so much, but when you work with others for a common cause, the same objectives, you can accomplish a tremendous amount more. You synergize your talents, knowledge, and skills with those whom work. All members of the team are edified together, a type of edification you can’t obtain by working alone.

Choose the right!!!

muhammad ali

"the man who has no imagination has no wings."
if you can imagine your future well you just don't have and imagination no inspiration. 

speaking skills 2 of 10

Speaking skills

2 of 10

When you’re assigned a class presentation, think twice before dismissing it as an unimportant part of your education. Employers look for speaking skills in job applications, which may have to give presentations to clients or represents their organizations in the field. It’s never too soon to practice good eye contact and other public speaking techniques.

http://www.newswiretoday.com/news/17334

According to the book of lists, the fear of public speaking ranks number one in the minds of the majority of people. Far above the fear of death and disease, comes the fear of standing in front of a crowd. Joel wiener noted author and public speaker wants to help people overcome that fear. “The biggest fear is public speaking. With 15 percent of American expecting a dramatic fear of it.” Said dr.michael Telch of the laboratory for the study of anxiety disorders (LSAD) in the departments of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. “People have had to turn down jobs, and certainly students have dropped classes because of it.” Regardless of your occupation. Your success depends a great deal upon your ability to communicate effectively whether you’re running a meeting, selling a product, making a presentation. Motivating co-workers or just communicating one-on-one with others, you’ll get far better results if you can speak persuasively, smoothly and intelligently.

Choose the right!!!

calvin coolidge

"nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. genius will not; the world is full of educated dereclits. persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. the slogan 'press on' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race." 
you can have talent but if you don't have persistence  your just not smart. you can be a genius but if you don't have persistence your not smart at all.

what are drugs?

http://www.slideshare.net/earlem/what-are-drugs-1502535
some drugs can kill you some could cure you it all depends whether you take the right drugs.

matt biondi

"persistence can change failure into extraordinary achievement."

if you choose the right you will be extraordinary 

exam day: survival tips test--taking part 2

Exam day: survival tips test—taking part 2]

During the test

Read the directions

It’s important that you follow the instructions exactly. For example, some questions may have more than one correct answer. Answer easy questions first. Doing this can jog your memory about useful facts. You may also come across information that can help you with other questions. Answer every question; you may be able to get partial credit for those you begin but don’t complete correctly. Ask questions if a question isn’t clear talk to your teacher. If that’s not possible, explain your answer in the margin.

Choose the right!!!

anon part 2

"improve your performance by improving your attitude." 
trying harder in improving your attitude will improve performance.

mark twain

"always do right."

you will go far if you always do right."

online learning part 2

ONLINE LEARNING

PART 2

MORE TIPS

FINALLY, LOOK BEYOND THE ARTICLE FOR MORE CLUES.

·       READ THE WEBSITE HOME PAGE AND THE ALL ABOUT US PAGE. LOOK FOR A MISSION STATEMENT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SITE, ITS PURPOSE AND THE ORGANIZATION SPONSORING IT.

·       IF THERE IS ANOTHER LISTED, LOOK FOR A BIOGRAPHY THAT DISCUSSES THE AUTHOR’S EDUCATION, PROFESSION AND OTHER RELEVANT BACKGROUNDS. IF THERE IS NO BIO ON THE SITE, SEARCH FOR THE ONE ELSEWHERE ON THE WEB.

·       CHECK THE DATE. FACTS CAN CHANGE OVER TIME, SO SEE IF THE SITE SHOWS WHEN IT WAS LAST UPDATED.

·       PRESENTATION COUNTS; LOOK AT EVERYTHING FROM DESIGN TO SPELLING. A CLEAN, WELL-ORGANIZED SITE SHOWS A CERTAIN DEGREE OF PROFESSIONALISM.

·       AVOID SITES THAT ARE PORNOGRAPHIC, VULGAR, INAPPROPRIATE, BELOW PAR, SUGGESTIVE, AND FALSIFYING.

choose the right!!!

ANON

"gold medals don't make champions...
hard work does.''

it doesn't matter whether you win or lose what matters is your effort.

online learning part 1

Online learning

Part 1

Read between the lines

Make a judgment about the sites reliability based on your own analysis of the site and the information it contains. Here are some ways to do this:

·     Look for facts for you know or can check with a trusted source. If the site gets those facts right, it’s more likely that the other facts on the site are also accurate.

·     Study the language used. Is it angry, satiric or overly impassioned? This may indicate that the site is biased.

·     Consider whether the arguments are logical and backed up by evidence, and whether the site presents only one point of view.

·     Check the links to the sources that the author acknowledges, scholarly writing, whether in print or online, should include a bibliography.

Choose the right!!!

margaret chase smith

"the right way is not always the popular and easy way. standing for right when it is unpopular is a true test of moral character.

choosing the right well define your moral character.

it's online but is it on target part 3

It’s online, but is it on target?

Part 3

Dot-what?

Look at the site’s address. What follows the dot?

·      DOT-COM IS NOT ONLY FOR BUSSINESS, ANYONE CAN USE IT. DOT-COMS INCLUDE WELL KNOWN AND RESPECTED COMPANIES, BUT ALSO PRIVATE INDIDVIDUALS.

·      DOT-ORG USALLY INDICATES A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION. MANY DOT-ORGS PRESENT UNBAISED INFORMATION, BUT OTHERS HAVE POLITICAL AGENDAS, FOCUS ON DEBATABLE ISSUSES INSTEAD OF FACTS, AND MIGHT NOT PRESENT ALL SIDES OF AN ARGUMENT.

·      DOT-GOV INDICATES A GOVERNMENT WEBSITE AT THE FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LEVEL. THE FEDERAL GOVERENMENT IS A GOOD SOURCE OF STATISTICS, AND IT’S SITES ARE WIDELY CONSIDERED AMONG THE MOST RELIABLE.

·      DOT-MIL IS USED BY SITES THAT ARE PART OF THE MILITARY.

·      DOT-EDU USUALLY INDICATES A UNIVERSITY WEBSITE. WHILE IT’S PUBLISHED RESEARCH IS GENERALLY CONSIDERED VERY TRUSTWORTHY, ANYONE ASSOCIATED WITH THE UNIVERSITY, WHETHER A WORLD-RENOWNED SCHOLAR OR A FRESHMAN, CAN BE GIVEN SPACE ON ITS SEVER. PROFESSORS SOMETIMES PUT STUDENT COURSE WORK UP ON THE WEB, BUT THAT DOESN’T MEAN THEY’RE VOUCHING FOT THE INFORMATION’S ACCURACY.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

gilbert arland

"when an archer misses the mark.
he turns and looks for the fault within himself. failure to hit the bulls-eye is never the fault of the target. to improve your aim, improve yourself."
you'll get what you deserve. and by aiming for goals it won't be easy but once you complete it you'll see it wasn't that hard.

SQ3R+SURVEY-QUESTION-READ-RECITE-REVIEW RECITE

SQ3R

SQ3R=survey-question-read-recite-review

Recite

At the end of each section, look up from the text and in your own words recite an answer to your question for that section. Then write down your answer. Be sure to provide examples that support it. Now repeat the question read and recite steps for each section of the chapter. First ask a question for the next section. Then read to find the answer. Finally, recite the answer in your own words and jot it down. The written questions and answer can help you study the future.

Review

After completing the chapter, review your notes. Identify the main points by looking for the most important idea each section. Recite, or write, a brief summary of the assignment. Review your study notes every week to help you remember the information. When it’s time to prepare for your tests, you’ll find you’ve created an invaluable study guide.  

Choose the right!!!

SQ3R=SURVEY-QUESTIONS-READ-RECITE-REVIEW PART 2

SQ3R

SQ3R=survey-question-read-recite-review

Questions

As you survey the text, ask a question for each section. Ask what, why, how, when, who and where questions as they relate to the content. Here’s how you can create questions.

·     Turn the title, headings or subheadings into questions.

·     Rewrite the questions at the end of the chapter of after each subheading in your own words.

Write down your questions. Questions help you pay attention, understand the text better and recall the information more easily later on.

Read

Read one section of the chapter at a time, actively looking for an answer to your questions for that section. Pay attention to bold and italicized text that authors use to make important points.

Be sure to review everything in the section, including tables, graphs and illustrations—these features can communicate an idea more powerfully than written text.

Choose the right!!!

robert kiyosaki

"your figure is created by what you do today, not tomorrow."

people will think your fool if you act like one.

SQ3R:a great reading technique

Sq3r

Sq3r: a great reading and studying technique

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/college-success/26666.html;

Improve your study skills

Sq3r stand for:

·     Survey

·     Question

·     Read

·     Recite

·     Review

It is a proven technique to sharpen your study skills. In college, you’ll be required to do lots of reading. You’ll often have to complete reading assignments in several different books for several different courses at the same time. SQ3R helps make reading and studying purposeful and effective, so that you use your time most effectively. Here’s this strategy works.

Survey

Let’s say your assignment is to read one chapter. First, get an idea of what the chapter is about by reviewing the highlights:

·     Read the title, headings and subheadings.

·     Notice words that are italicized or bold.

·     Look at charts, graphs, pictures, maps and other visual material

·     Read questions

·     Read the very beginning and end of the chapter.

Choose the right!!!

ayn rand

NEVER
"there is no justification ever for you choosing any part of what you know to be evil.''
NEVER choose the wrong if you know it's wrong

reading 5 tips for success tip 5

READING 

5 TIPS FOR SUCCESS

TIP 5

TIP 5: KEEP A LIST OF QUESTIONS
WHEN YOU FEEL CONFUSED ABOUT SOMETHING YOU'RE READING, WRITE DOWN ANY QUESTIONS YOU HAVE. SOMETIMES YOUR QUESTIONS ARE ANSWERED AS YOU READ FURTHER. IF NOT, DON'T BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR HELP. REMEMBER, TEACHERS CREATE ASSIGNMENTS; THEY'VE READ THE TEXTS AND ARE FAMILIAR WITH THEM. WHEN YOU HAVE SPECIFIC QUESTIONS, YOUR TEACHERS CAN PROVIDE ANSWERS THAT WILL HELP YOU BETTER UNDERSTAND THE MATERIAL. LEARNING IS ROOTED IN QUESTIONS DEVELOPED AND ASKED BY THE LEARNER.

ASKING QUESTIONS TO YOU, TO THE TEACHER, AND TO OTHERS, IS A GREAT LEARNING METHOD. WHEN YOU CEASE TO ASK QUESTIONS, YOU CEASE TO EXIST TO A GREAT EXTENT. READ ACTIVELY BY SILENTLY ASKING QUESTIONS AS YOU READ. QUESTIONING IMMERSES YOU INTO THE MATERIAL YOU ARE READING AND THEREFORE WILL EXPAND YOUR MENTAL CAPACITIES MORE THAN ALMOST ANYTHING ELSE.

THE PHILOSOPHER SIR FRANCIS BACON SAID, "KNOWLEDGE IS POWER." IMPROVING YOUR READING COMPREHENSION IS THE KEY TO GAINING IMPORTANT KNOWLEDGE AND MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR EDUCATION. SO PICK UP A BOOK... AND A PEN.

choose the right!!!