Montessori method

how the methods used allow researchers to come to that conclusion? After reading many articles on the Bystander effect, I was able to understand a bit more about the theory and why many psychologist would research it in the past. For me, the bystander effect theory…

The article “Intelligence”, by Oded Zipory, discusses the arguments to conceptualize a meaning for intelligence. Zipory includes biological and social factors that influence each theory, but he also addresses the main root that leads to these conclusions: inequality. In response to his work, I will compare his thesis to the what I have learned from his point of view and what I have researched and observed in personal experiences. Zipory does not propose a meaning for intelligence, instead he…

Differentiating Between Valid and Invalid Forms of Propositional Arguments Pages 164 – 175 of the textbook focuses on assessing valid forms versus invalid forms of propositional forms. It provides a brief description of what would be considered a valid argument and invalid argument. A valid argument passes the proper form test, while an invalid argument fails it. Five of the nine most used propositional arguments discusses are valid arguments. These valid forms include: the denying a disjunct,…

In relation to week five’s readings, I have chosen to examine Barnett, Fang, and Zurcher’s article “Compromised Peace Building” (2014). Barnett et al. approach their article through a counterfactual analysis framework, and examine the concept of peacebuilding, how domestic and international state actors interact during periods of peacebuilding, and why international peacebuilding is particularly significant. While addressing these central concerns, the authors argue that peacebuilding is the…

20. What are the three components of attitudes? Explain and provide examples of each. The three components of an attitude are cognitive, affective, and Conative. Cognitive attitudes symbolize our thoughts, viewpoint and ideas concerning something. Classically these appear as generalities or stereotypes, such as “all fat people are lazy,” or “all white people are privileged.” Therefore, affective attitude are about feelings or emotions that can be implemented by fear or hate. Lastly, Conative is…

This writer’s statement will be exploring the structural techniques of a persuasive argument and a review. This written statement will discuss the purpose and context of each text as well as evaluate how both texts challenge their audiences through the use of numerous persuasive devices. This writer’s statement will also analyse the targeted audience of each text. These texts were both presented in a different format. Though the persuasive text was conveying an opinion and the review promoted a…

All have different views and opinions on the universe and the study of the cosmos. Some eagerly learn all they can about the universe, whilst others prefer to focus on the events right in front of them. The pros and cons to having a wide understanding and perspective of the universe vary depending on prior knowledge and opinions. While some would rather halt space exploration entirely, many still hunger and yearn to learn more about the universe around them. The human race needs to gain more…

Bowman, L. E. (1926). COMMUNITY PROGRESS: DEVELOPMENTS IN COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION. Social Forces, 5(1), 91-94. In the article, “Community Progress: Developments in Community Organization”, Laroy Bowman talks about the movement to make change in the schools and the communities as a whole. Within the movement it is desired to aid the movement toward a wider use of school facilities. Also, to learn about communities and schools and practice solving the problems that are common between the two…

“The Solace of Open Spaces” by Gretel Ehrlich Identify the central claim (or thesis). As you identify the central claim, make sure you consider whether the thesis is implicit or explicit. In addition, what is the purpose of each argument? What does it hope to achieve? Gretel Ehrlich uses anecdotes and stories to help the reader visually connect with her argument before claiming that open space can heal people and critiquing the American lifestyle’s tendency to fill space. After using a…

In Hardin’s 1968 article, “The Tragedy of the commons,” his foundational ideas are derived from the question: is there a technical solution to the population problem(Hardin 1243)? He argues that there is a not a technical solution to this problem, which means that the natural sciences will not be able to provide an adequate solution, and thus, a change must be made to human morality and values(1243). This lack of a technical solution tied with society’s current values revolve around Adam…