can best be described as an informal mapping of ideas. Implementing low stakes writing in a class allows for the student to find the words without the fear of making minor grammatical errors that they might be too focused on when writing an academic paper. Peter Elbow also introduces the concept of low and high stake responses for teachers. He carries a similar sentiment to the Bourque in that critical responses should be used on high stakes writing and kept to a minimum. Our responses as…
What one professor might consider an “A” paper may be considered a “C+” paper to a different set of eyes. Also, they think that mandating that everyone takes the dreaded writing 150 class will make everyone excellent writers. This is not true. Grand Valley has excellent resources that will aid you through writing papers. The writing center is one of them. Even though I go to the writing center occasionally I still feel as if it…
After each paper I write, I notice the progress I have made with my writing. I am able to continue improving on many aspects of my writing, but each time I finish an essay, I realize how much more efficient the process has become for me. In this analysis, I will explain my assertions and assess the things I have done well, along with the aspects I can continue to improve on for the next time. The National Anthem is a very powerful song, and like many other Americans, I have heard it being…
“Project Champ,” the name for my latest operation, in which I’m supposed to design a logo for my team, Champ. All I need is few things: a computer. Day 1. Okay, maybe I was wrong. I do need few more things: pen and paper to sketch out concepts that can be edited easily. The process has been easy so far as I’m now halfway through my expected amount of drawings; I think I’ll even finish the remaining 4 after my dinner. Finally, it’s now time to sleep. I can’t wait to show my designs to my friends…
medicalization and the progress each have made. Both face controversy as to how individuals with learning disabilities are treated especially in regards to the media. Lastly, getting into closer contact with individuals with this disability will conclude the paper. There exists a lot of controversy on whether or not an individual with a learning disability such as Alzheimer’s should participate in the workplace. “Access to meaningful, paid work is a basic…
Long Term Care Facilities Long term care is for an individual who requires assistance with physical or emotional needs over an extended period of time (Day, n.d.). The individual would need support with activities daily for healthy living. The individual would require this type of help due to illnesses, diseases or age preventing the individual from doing daily activities (Day, n.d.). “Estimates by experts are that at least 60% of all individuals will need extended help in one or more of the…
Configuring DirectAccess Understanding How DirectAccess Works The following steps, taken from the Microsoft white papers, shows how DirectAccess operates. 1) The Windows 7 DirectAccess client determines whether the machine is connected to a network or to the Internet. 2) The Windows 7 DirectAccess computer tries to connect to the web server specified during the DirectAccess…
smoking it, vaping it, or taking it as an edible has many physical and mental risks (some short term and some long term), can ruin your schooling, cause addiction, become a gateway…
A new study has been developed in hopes of treating and curing HIV. The main agent is a protein called ZFN that can delete another protein called CCR5. The CCR5 is required for certain types of HIV to enter and infect your T-Cells. T-Cells are white blood cells the body uses to fight HIV, but the most important of these are CD4 T-Cells. HIV is known to infect the CD4+ T-Cells in your blood. The new treatment being studied involves removing white blood cells from the blood that contains CD4+…
Long-term is often required for people who have disabilities or chronic illnesses. People may need assistance with daily activities, such as eating, dressing or bathing. Many people with chronic illnesses or disabilities require the care of a medical professional, such as a physical therapist or registered nurse. Many people believe that if they have an employer-based health insurance plan or Medicare, then the cost of their long-term care will be covered. However, it is important to note that…