Greatest Hits 2

Lauren:

The semester is almost over!

“Music and Dancing”(October 21, 2010).

I really liked reading your response in regards to the issue of music. Your response contained a lot of details and it was very descriptive. It was interesting reading your very first paragraph because you mentioned just a brief history of the disapproval of certain music genres such as rock and roll and you compared it to modern day music. I really heard your voice coming out in this response. You offered your own personal opinion on the topic of discussion. Your right music and the other factors associated with it promote illicit behavior. You mentioned “sex sells” in your response and I think you are right. Women in the music industry can use sex appeal as a marketing tool. Do you think that there are stereotypes in regards to women using their sex appeal to market music?

“Manic Monday” (October 18, 2010).

I enjoyed reading your personal narrative because my group members had interesting stories they posted on their blog. The title of your narrative caught my attention. You were very specific describing events that occurred that day. While I was in the middle of reading your second paragraph I thought to myself the title fits perfect for your narrative. Your day could have not got any worse considering all of the unexpected events that occurred that one day. The narrative was well written. I think that you are a great writer. The narrative was consistent. How was your next day? I hope it was better.

“All you need is love” (October 5, 2010).

The response was informative. You were able to provide the audience with several different facts pertaining to the issue of love and how chemistry along with biology play an essential role in regards to that issue. I think that you forgot to indent the paragraphs because the response was really long. The response was concise and consistent in terms of staying on point. For example you clearly define specific terms and elaborate on those terms. I liked reading your personal thoughts in regards to the issue of love. For example you wrote “The odds of finding this perfect person are impossible and unrealistic.” There were a lot of interesting comments as well. I really heard your voice coming out towards the end.

Greatest Hits

Greatest Hits

Katie:

Well I hoped you enjoyed the semester. It is almost over.

“What happens in Vegas…” (October 19, 2010).

I really enjoyed reading your personal narrative. I choice this particular blog as one of your greatest hits because my other group members had interesting stories that they posted on their blog. Your narrative was interesting. Your narrative was descriptive and entertaining. The imagery was good. I was able to create a distinct picture in my mind while I was reading your blog. I’m sorry to hear that your hotel room was not to your standards. Your writing skills are fantastic. The narrative was easy to read. Will you ever go back to Vegas considering what happened in your prior trip?

“To buy or not to buy?”(October 26, 2010).

I liked the topic of discussion in your blog. I wrote my essay on this particular topic, and I explained the negative impacts of materialism. Your response was very descriptive and consistent. You provided textual support in order to support you claims in regards to the topic. For instance you mentioned Twitchell claims there are positive aspects to materialism. You also state that there are negative aspects to materialism which individuals should not over look. I really heard your voice coming out in this response. I thought the response was well written.

“Frida Kahlo”(September 9, 2010).

I thought this assignment was difficult at first because I had trouble describing the painting. You did a good job describing the painting by Frida Kahlo. The way you were able to describe the painting would have enabled me to know what kind of portrait Frida created without looking at the picture you posted. I liked how you gave your own interpretation of the portrait after you described it. I also agree with you that Frida was a great artist. The descriptive response was well written. Did you have any trouble completing the assignment?

Week 12 Blog Reviews

Week 12 Blog Reviews

Amara:

I liked how you provided a concise definition to the term libertarianism. I thought it was cool when you gave your personal opinion in regards to libertarianism. You mentioned the pros and cons of libertarianism. You also touched on the main character of the article. Your response to the article about finance was good. You explained how finance is a new discipline that revolves around business. The examples in your response in regards to the issue of finance provided me with a better understanding of the issue. Your responses are always detailed and specific. They are easy to read and understand.

Amber:

Wow! You really made a bold statement in your first paragraph when you mentioned that government control should be taken away. It would have been better if you would have provided specific examples as to why government control is bad. You are right without government control America would be completely different. I liked your definition of finance. You and Amara made similar comments about how finance emerged. Now I’m certain that finance emerged after World War II. I agree with the article’s statement about finance. There is always a risk involved when dealing with the stock market. Your responses are informative and well organized. I always enjoy reading your responses because you always voice your opinion.

Finance

Armando Teran Jr

11/3/10

English 215

Directed Free Write/ Page 455

            According to the article titled “The New Science of Finance” money is the common desire of all people. The demand for money has gone up in recent years. There has been several different books about investing and managing money that people have found useful. The article states that “finance has only recently become a recognized discipline” (Chance & Peterson 447). Calculating finance is a big deal in terms of financial discipline. The accurate calculations for investing and operating a business can lead to big financial gains.

           

            The article describes different strategies and techniques that can be utilized when dealing with finances. In the investment world many investors can increase their money by doing quick exchanges in the stock market. Investors will also do quick exchanges in the stock market to avoid a loss of money. Dealing with stock is a risky business. Individuals that invest in the stock market can make and lose money depending on how the stock market is doing.

            I have never invested in the stock market. I play it safe. The stock market attracts predators because it is not difficult to scam money from vulnerable individuals that are looking to invest their money in the stock market. I have watched biographies of scam artists that have conned many individuals and companies out of a substantial amount of money by using the stock market as a deception device. I manage my money carefully. I make sure all my bills are paid and I try to save money for other occasions.

Directed Free Write/Page 443

Armando Teran Jr

English 215

11/01/10

Directed Free Write/Page 443

            Sameer Parekh sounds like a villain from an action packed movie. You know the bad guy that attempts to overthrow the government but fails at the end. Sameer is a person who is an advocate of pure freedom. He does not like to be under the control of the government. Sameer uses and sells software called cryptographic. The software cryptographic is designed to distort messages. I do not like Sameer’s approach in regards to how he plans to display his views on the government. Basically Sameer plans one day to over throw the government using his new cool software. The plan sounds highly unrealistic.

            I like living under order and structure. The government provides individuals with order and structure. Without the government America would be completely dysfunctional. I understand that the system does have flaws but it eventually works. Governmental control is for the benefit of the people living under its jurisdiction. Sameer comes from a libertarian background which defies the rules of the government. Ever since he was a child he despised the government and all of the policies.

            I oppose Sameer and all of his ideas. I stand as an American that promotes structure and order even if it comes from the government. I lived in America my entire life and so far it been good. Government control serves a purpose for the interest of the people. Does anyone remember the constitution and the bill of rights? Yeah I like America. Sameer sounds like a terrorist. He needs to keep an open mind and realize the government control is for the benefit of the people.

Week 11 Blog Reviews

Armando Teran Jr

English 215       

10/28/10

Week 11 Blog Reviews

Amber:

You really had an interest in the topic of materialism. I liked how you touched on the main ideas of the article and implemented your own perspective on the issue. The response was descriptive and detailed. I agree with your statement according to Twitchell that Americans have the freedom to buy whatever they want. In the third paragraph I heard you voice coming out. I really like your position on this topic. You wrote “know your budget and stop being materialistic.” Recently many individuals were drowned in debt and what made matter worse was the economy shifting into a recession. I know this due to the media.

Amara:

Your response reminds me of a course I took a couple of years ago. The course was political science and touched on the past of Arizona. I also have lived in Arizona my entire life. I do not plan on moving out; I might do some traveling. You did a good job describing how Phoenix, Arizona originated. Then you touched on potential problems that Arizona is faced with. Your second response this week was equally strong. You had great detail in regards to the issue of Korean immigrants. As I was reading your response I realized that immigrants entering the United States have typical traits like language barriers and labor jobs. I was unaware of the riots that occurred in the early 1990’s. It is amazing to know the Korea American exceed $60,000 annually in income.