AOW


 * Critical Reading / Response **
 * Article of the Week **

= This is the rubric that will be used to grade all of your Article of the Week Assignments =

[[file:Rubric_for_Content_Response.pdf]]
= For further explanation of the expectations for this assignment please use this resource: Essay Writing =

=Week of: Sept 26th= = DUE: Oct 1st=

Read the following article:
[|JCPenney pulls 'I'm too pretty to do homework' shirt]

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. Title your post: **AOW- JCPenny Pulls Shirts**


 * You can use these questions to guide what you write:**

1. Should J.C. Penney have acted differently? Why or why not, and if so, how? 2. What message do you think the t-shirt designers intended to send? 3. What message do you think the t-shirt did send? 4. Do you find the t-shirt offensive? 5. Can you think of other t-shirts that offend you? What has been your response to those t-shirts?

**Article of the Week**
=Week of: Oct 3rd= = DUE: Oct 6th=

Read the following article: [[file:Article 10-3.pdf]]
After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. Title your post: **AOW- Cisco**


 * You can use these questions to guide what you write:**

1. “It’s not my job to really understand what they’re going to use it for.” If that’s the case, is there any limit to the products he would sell to China’s government?

2. “[C]ivil libertarians raise concerns including in the U.S. that the technology can invade privacy and is poorly regulated.” Are there any technologies that companies should avoid selling to the U.S. government?

3. Intergraph’s spokesman noted “that the company’s software is also used for environmental and other projects in China.” Does helping the environment make up for political repression? Why does the spokesman expect his audience to like environmental projects more than other legitimate uses of Integraph’s product?

4. Intergraph’s spokesman said that “it is the responsibility of the buyers ‘to meet and adhere to laws and policies’ of their jurisdictions.” Does the Chinese government adhere to the policies of its jurisdiction? If so, does that mean they are using the product responsibly?

5. “Ultimately, Intergraph has ‘to manage the risk against the gain.’” What gains is Intergraph measuring? What risks is it considering? How can it weigh the costs and benefits of use of its technology?

6. Why does Intergraph believe it needs to weigh the costs and benefits if it is “just the technology platform” and buyers are responsible for the use of the product?

**Article of the Week**
=Week of: Oct 10th= = DUE: Oct 13th=

Select one of the following articles to read:
[|Astronaut Inspires Inner-City Teens] [|Honor Flights for WWII Veterans] [|Translating Education into Safety] [|Reliable Transportation for Needy] [|Random Acts of Kindness]
 * BE CAREFUL TO READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE. THERE ARE MULTIPLE PAGES OF TEXT ON THIS WEBSITE - BE SURE TO CLICK THE PAGE NUMBER AT THE BOTTOM TO GO TO THE NEXT PAGE.

Title your post: **AOW- Hometown Heroes**
 * After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. - You can choose to write about whatever you like, but if you would like a kick start you may want to write about heroism. Is the person you read about a hero? Why or why not?**

**Article of the Week**
=Week of: Oct 17th= = DUE: Oct 20th=

Select one of the following articles to read (a different one than the one you read last week):
[|Astronaut Inspires Inner-City Teens]

[|Honor Flights for WWII Veterans] [|Translating Education into Safety] [|Reliable Transportation for Needy] [|Random Acts of Kindness]
 * BE CAREFUL TO READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE. THERE ARE MULTIPLE PAGES OF TEXT ON THIS WEBSITE - BE SURE TO CLICK THE PAGE NUMBER AT THE BOTTOM TO GO TO THE NEXT PAGE.


 * After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. - You can choose to write about whatever you like, but if you would like a kick start you may want to write about heroism. Is the person you read about a hero? Why or why not?**

Title your post: **AOW- Hometown Heroes #2**

=Week of: Oct 24th= = DUE: Oct 28th=

Watch the following video:
=[|How water bottles create cheap lighting in Philippines]=

After watching the video, respond to the video in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. Title your post: **AOW: Litre of Light**

=Week of: Oct 31st= = DUE: Nov 4th= Read the following Article. I caution you. It is a challenging read, but has some interesting information.

[|Why Do Some People Learn Faster]
After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. Title your post: **AOW: The Speed of Learning**

= This is the rubric that will be used to grade all of your Article of the Week Assignments =
 * 3rd Six Weeks **

[[file:Rubric_for_Content_Response.pdf]]
=Week of: Nov 14th= = DUE: Nov 17th=

Read the following article:
[|Gratitude Makes us Healthier]

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. Title your post: **AOW- Gratitude Makes us Healthier**

=Week of: Nov 28th= = DUE: Dec 2nd=

Read the following article:
[|Keyboard Shortcuts for the iPad]

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. Title your post: **AOW- iPad Shortcuts**

1. What might be the benefits of using these shortcuts? 2. What is one shortcut that you didn't know about, but think is interesting? 3. Give one suggestion on a shortcut you would like to see. Explain why it would be beneficial.
 * You can use these questions to guide what you write:**

=Week of: Dec 5th= = DUE: Dec 9th=

Read the following article:
[|Five Distructive Myths Most Companies Still Live By]

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. Title your post: **AOW- Destructive Myths to Live By**

1. Do you believe that the assertions made in this article are correct? 2. Do you feel schools / teachers still live by these myths? 3. What should schools do to ensure that they are not living by these myths?
 * You can use these questions to guide what you write:**

=Week of: Dec 12th=

= DUE: Dec 16th=

Read ONE article on the following blog:
[|Time Management Ninja]

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. Explain why you chose the article you did, what you found interesting, and how you should apply it to your own life.

Title your post: **AOW- Time Management Ninja**

=Week of: Jan 2nd=

= DUE: Jan 6th=

Read the article on the following blog:
[|Cyber Security]

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 paragraphs on your blog. Explain why you chose the article you did, what you found interesting, and how you should apply it to your own life.

Title your post: **AOW- Cyber Security**

= This is the rubric that will be used to grade all of your Article of the Week Assignments =
 * 4th Six Weeks **

Read the article on the following blog:
When is Sharing Stealing

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog. Explain why you chose the article you did, what you found interesting, and how you should apply it to your own life.

Title your post: **AOW- When is Sharing Stealing**

I think... I wonder... I know... I predict... I find... I suspect... I admire... I like... I don’t like... I feel... I was surprised... I was impressed by... I noticed that ...
 * Don't Know What to Write About? -- Try starting with one of these sentence starters, finish the sentence, and then explain your thoughts with an example that supports or further explains your statement.**

Read the article on the following blog:
Writing Tips from Sponge Bob

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog. Explain why you chose the article you did, what you found interesting, and how you should apply it to your own life.

Title your post: **AOW- Writing Tips from Sponge Bob**

I think... I wonder... I know... I predict... I find... I suspect... I admire... I like... I don’t like... I feel... I was surprised... I was impressed by... I noticed that ...
 * Don't Know What to Write About? -- Try starting with one of these sentence starters, finish the sentence, and then explain your thoughts with an example that supports or further explains your statement.**

Read the article on the following blog:
Does Talent Matter

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog. What is more important talent or practice? Explain your reasoning and how you should apply it to your own life.

Title your post: **AOW- Does Talent Matter**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**

Read the article on the following blog:
The Keurig Question

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog. What is more important recycling or convenience? Explain your thoughts on the role a cooperation should play in creating recyclable products.

Title your post: **AOW- The Keurig Question**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**

Read the article on the following blog:
Kenyan Orphanage Attacked

After reading the article, respond to the article in 3-4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog. **How can one person make a difference when encountering a social challenge?**

Title your post: **AOW- Orphanage in Kenya**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**

Read the article on the following blog:
How Much Practice is too Much?

After reading the article, respond to the article in 4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog **explaining the importance of practice in developing a skill.**

Title your post: **AOW- Too Much Practice?**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**

Read the article on the following blog:
Effects of Texting

After reading the article, respond to the article in 4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog **explaining effects texting has on our everyday life.**

Title your post: **AOW- Effects of Texting**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**

Read the article on the following blog:
Textbooks Becoming Dust

After reading the article, respond to the article in 4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog **explaining whether smart devices have helped or hurt literacy.**

Title your post: **AOW- Textbooks Becoming Dust**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**

Read the article on the following blog:
Environmental Awareness

After reading the article, respond to the article in 4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog **explaining whether you agree or disagree that school aged children are less environmentally aware than older generations.**

Title your post: **AOW- Environmental Awareness**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**


 * 6th Six Weeks **

Read the article on the following blog:
Anti-Bullying

After reading the article, respond to the article in 4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog **explaining whether you agree or disagree that public education is vital in helping to prevent bullying.**

Title your post: **AOW- Anti-Bullying**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**

Read the article on the following blog:
KFC Lawsuit

After reading the article, respond to the article in 4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog **explaining your thoughts about the responsibilities of fast food restaurants.**

Title your post: **AOW- KFC Lawsuit**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**

Read the article on the following blog:
Student Suspension

After reading the article, respond to the article in 4 **well developed** paragraphs on your blog **explaining your thoughts about whether or not the school went to far.**

Title your post: **AOW- Student Suspension**

- Clearly state your controlling idea - Organize and develop your explanation effectively - Choose your words carefully - Use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar and sentences
 * Be sure to:**