Mistakes were made

Mistakes are inevitable, we all make them. Some of the biggest mistakes we make are when we have a lack of discernment. This lack of discernment is due to our inability to critical think. Dr. Gerald Nosich, a professor in the field of critical thinking, wrote the book: “Learning To Think Things Through: a guide to critical thinking across the curriculum.” In regard to critical thinking, Nosich states: “Two conditions are necessary for critical thinking. First, the thinking has to be reflective;…

most severe form of punishment any human can face. To support my opinion, I have some reasons to explain. Firstly, What is the point of the death penalty? During our life on earth, we grew from a small kid to a big adult and we all make mistakes, many mistakes during a life after all we're only humans. In particular, if a kid grows up…

R. v. MacIsaac, 2015 ONCA 587 Her Majesty the Queen (R.) and Gordon MacIsaac (Apl.) FACTS The appellant (Apl.) and the complainant (Compl.) were both members of senior men’s “no-contact” hockey league, but belonged to different teams. On the day in question, these teams were facing off against each other with the Compl.’s team was up 2 points with less than a minute left in the game. The two players collided which resulted in the Compl. Being knocked to the ground and suffering several injuries…

Ages there was a code of chivalry for the knights. It was a moral system which went beyond rules of combat and introduced the concept chivalrous conduct. Some qualities were to have bravery, courtesy, honor, and gallantry toward women (Alchin ). The ideals described in the Code of Chivalry were emphasised by the oaths and vows that were sworn in the knighthood ceremonies of the Middle Ages and the Medieval Era. These sacred…

away for ten endless years, so he departed from the goddesses Calypso's island towards home. Unfortunately, on his way back his wife, Penelope was facing conflict herself. Many suitors were vying for Penelope's hand in marriage. Also, many were determined…

Descartes: Proofs for God existence and the nature of human’s mistakes Rene Descartes, a famous French philosophy, was known as “the Father of modern philosophy”. With his formidable and broad knowledge, Descartes fostered his desire to seek for only true beliefs that were certain and indubitably true. In his work, the Rene Descartes Meditations on First Philosophy, Descartes reiterated his intellectual process of doubting and questioning all the essences of corporeal and intangible…

history is the only way to understand the present. Although the effects of learning history may seem less tangible than science or math, history should be studied because it helps people be good citizens, understand the present, and not repeat the mistakes of the past. An essential element of being a good citizen is understanding the history of the country in which you live. For example, understanding the previous ways of government and how it developed into what it is today will help people…

when I am on my own at college there will definitely be somethings I miss and others I’m very proud of. One thing I know I will miss, as shocking as it sounds, is the rules, standards and expectations my parents put into place for me. They’ve always made sure I did my homework as soon as I got home and tried to eliminate distractions. When…

When it comes to creating a test, the administrators need to be able to provide the correct data of the test and its uses. An important consideration that the administrator needs to keep in mind is preventing any biases from influencing the assessment. It is important that those providing the test are aware of the test takers background, which includes their age, race, and cultural status, as well as, make sure the test taker is given every opportunity to understand the given test. Technology…

because life's a lesson. One might make mistakes and achievements, but overall it's the experience one gains from it that counts. The first part of this aphorism, “I am not afraid of storms,” is bold and straightforward. The word storms, is referencing the general idea of life. It is stating not to be scared of any parts of life…