(Kaleb)As the regional manager for CUI or Commercial Uniform Inc., Derrick oversees numerous facets of the business. CUI is a company that provides not only uniforms for businesses such as banks, hotels, and rental agencies, but they also provide dry cleaning as well as pick up and drop off services for the uniforms. The drivers that pick up and drop off the dry cleaning, both to and from the places of business as well as to and from the dry cleaners, are CUI’s bread and butter, the heart and soul of the company.

Recently though, the market for such services has diminished due to companies opting to allow their employees to utilize their own wardrobes within the companies standards as well as become more crowded as more competition emerges, therefore not allowing for drivers salaries to increase for allowing for bonuses. Madison, head of HR, along with the CEO of the company, agree that personal recognition could keep morale up in spite of stagnant wages and declining business. Over the next few days, Derrick makes a point to compliment individuals on their work and impact on the company; some are more specific and thought out, while others are more generic and not individualized.

How well is Derrick praising his workers? What advice can you offer him to be more effective in her praise?

With some workers, Derrick is doing exceedingly well, such as Courtney and Hector, while others consist of a more generic nature that could be used as a blanket commemoration. If Derrick sincerely wanted to make others in the company be appreciated and vital to the company, he should take the time to learn their names, what their individual job is, figure out one thing they really worked hard on, and complement that. Everyone works hard even if those at the top do not see it, and they all deserve proper recognition.

1. Which statement of praise do you think was the most effective, and why?

Derrick’s comments towards Courtney were the most specified. He addressed her by name, stated what action she performed that was vital to the company, and accentuated that without her efforts, the company would have gone belly up. Whether or not the “shut down” part of his comment was genuine or not is unknown, but even if it was not, it made that employee feel like they are a necessary and vital part of the company.

Which statement of praise do you think was the least effective, and why?

1. The comment Kaitlin received was generic and even a little, if not condescending, then off-putting. Derrick did not address her by name, did not mention her job or any specific work she had done to warrant any type of remark or comment and the part “with a cool and talented woman” just seems out of place and slightly unprofessional. Her reaction would be the same many other employees would probably give if complimented out of the blue.

TOPIC : Homeschooling
In our country, there are three options for pre-college education: public school, private school, and homeschooling. There are passionate proponents for all. Consider the homeschooling option. Evaluate the pros and cons and argue for or against homeschooling as a viable alternative to public or private education.

So what does it mean to annotate something though? Simply put, if you annotate something, you explain it more fully. It can involve analysis, summary, or commentary (or all three). That’s it. So an annotated bibliography is a collection of sources where you add an annotation to each of the sources. With that annotation, you will explain what the source says, what its strengths (and weaknesses) seem to be, and how you might use it in your research paper.

For your annotated bibliography, you’ll follow the following criteria:

This is probably obvious, but you’ll use MLA format for the document design and entry formatting. I don’t care if you use a resource like Easy Bib or the like. That’s fine. But the final product needs to be accurate. This isn’t rocket science. You just have to pay attention to details. All formatting styles, including MLA, have a precise way to format titles, for example, as well as how to list all the information about the source, such as the page numbers, publisher information, etc. The Purdue Online Writing Lab (or “OWL”) has some really helpful information about formatting sources for MLA. Again, though, I don’t mind if you use a site like Easy Bib or something similar.

Each entry needs to be between 100 – 150 words.

This is super important. Do not copy the information from the database’s description of the source or the source yourself. It needs to be in your own words. You’ll write a brief summary of the source (really, just a sentence or two) and offer a preliminary evaluation of the source’s value. You can also write about you might use it your paper.

The sources can come from your Working Bibliography, but they don’t have to if you want to keep looking for sources.

You need to have five sources for your annotated bibliography, and they need to fulfill the following criteria: at least three scholarly articles (peer-reviewed sources, not web pages); no more than two books (either print or ebook is fine), and no more than one quality web-based source (e.g., a web page from an .edu site – sites like Wikipedia, Spark Notes, or the like are not allowed). If you want, you can replace the web-based source with another scholarly article or quality book.

You will not be forced to use these exact sources for your paper, if you end up refining your idea. But just for the record, the final draft of your research paper must meet the criteria for sources mentioned in the previous step.

Annotated bibliographies need to be prepared with the same care you would a formal essay. Proofread your annotations carefully.

Indoor/Outdoor Floor Plan 

Draw a floor plan for an indoor and/or outdoor school-age environment to accommodate a group of 20 children ages 6-12. 

• Include equipment that caters to children with special needs
• Make a list of supplies needed to furnish this environment. Include  equipment and/or furniture and demonstrates its placement in the floor  plan.
• Make sure it is a realistic floor plan and it is developmentally appropriate for the specific age group of your choice between 6-12.
• Make sure to use your choice of a visual to present the floor plan  in class. It may include a presentation board, PowerPoint, etc.
• If using a PowerPoint, the text should include bullet points, no less than 32 pt. fonts, and NO READING. Explain each bullet point, pictures, or graphs. Follow PowerPoint Presentation Tips in Canvas under Resources.
• If using Presentation Board or any other form of visuals, use LARGE pictures (No magazine pictures). Make sure the font or objects are LARGE enough to read or see in the back of the room.

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ASSIGNMENT 2

Bronfenbrenner’s  BioEcological System has everything to do with how we are socialized.  Discuss your own socialization process using each of the systems. Please  note that I have used the word discuss. This means think  critically….deeper than saying I interact with my family for  microsystem.  Please sit with the question for a little while then  answer. I am looking for a well developed, well thought out answer.

• Using your own family information, explain the difference between your microsystem and your mesosystem. Please be very specific.

1. 3 people in the microsystem 
   1. Names
   2. Types relationships you have with each person
   3. How did each relationship socialize you
2. 3 relationships in the mesosytem 
   1. Names
   2. Types of relationships (i.e. good, contentious, argumentative, etc)
   3. How does each relationship affect you
3. 1 relationship in the exosystem 
   1. How does this relationship affect you
4. 2 element of the macrosystem 
   1. How do you internalize and demonstrate these macrosystems
5. A current aspect about the chronosystem. 
   1. How did this element affect you personally

**Temperament information 

In this study, and in works that followed, Thomas and Chess defined the following nine characteristics of temperament:

• Sensory Threshold: the level of stimulation needed to evoke a response in the child.
• Activity Level: general motor activity level during wakefulness and sleep.
• Intensity: how expressive a child is, whether acting out of happiness, anger, sadness, or other emotions.
• Rhythmicity: how predictable bodily functions are (appetite, elimination, sleeping cycles, etc.).
• Adaptability: how easily a child adjusts to change/transition.
• Mood: describes the child’s basic disposition (happy, serious, etc).
• Approach/Withdrawal: how a child reacts to new places or situations.
• Persistence: how well the child handles obstacles.
• Distractibility: how easily a child can be distracted or can concentrate.

MA #2: Rhetorical Analysis Instructions

PurposeAmericans are constantly bombarded by political rhetoric, particularly during election years. Presidential elections are hotly disputed. We still have many examples of political campaigning fresh in our memories. Much of this rhetoric seems empty and meaningless; what does it mean to say that “I’m for America,” or “I’m running on a platform of family values?” The purpose of this project is to help you learn about political rhetoric. You will learn to identify the different types of appeals, analyze political jargon, and consider how politicians use rhetoric to influence voters. A good understanding of political rhetoric is an absolute necessity for citizens in a democracy.

This project is designed to help you learn about classical and modern rhetorical concepts like the three appeals (ethos, logos, and pathos), audience, and identification.

Assignment Details

First, visit The Livingroom Candidate Website and browse the political commercials (http://www.livingroomcandidate.org). You can also use a commercial from YouTube or other site for a political ad, but I recommend the Livingroom Candidate because it provides some context and background information on the commercial that you may find helpful.

Your 1,000-1,500 word essay should do the following:

1. DESCRIBE the commercial and its historical/political context
2. DETERMINE the intended audience
3. IDENTIFY the types of appeals and issues addressed in the commercial
4. EVALUATE the effectiveness of the commercialsThe commercial will be your PRIMARY source; you also need at least two other SECONDARY sources to support your arguments or supply additional material. These secondary sources can be newspaper or magazine articles, political websites, or political or rhetorical texts. An paper from the International Conference on Language and Education titled, “Language, Power and Manipulation: The Use of Rhetoric in Maintaining Managerial Influence,” by Maya Khemlani David (PDF) Language, Power and Manipulation: The Use of Rhetoric in Maintaining Managerial Influence (researchgate.net) is an accessible and quality source for further understanding the way many politicians use and control the image they share with potential voters.
   

   The commercial will be your PRIMARY source; you also need at least two other SECONDARY sources to support your arguments or supply additional material. These secondary sources can be newspaper or magazine articles, political websites, or political or rhetorical texts. An paper from the International Conference on Language and Education titled, “Language, Power and Manipulation: The Use of Rhetoric in Maintaining Managerial Influence,” by Maya Khemlani David (PDF) Language, Power and Manipulation: The Use of Rhetoric in Maintaining Managerial Influence (researchgate.net) is an accessible and quality source for further understanding the way many politicians use and control the image they share with potential voters.

   Length: 1,000-1,500 words

   1. The first draft for peer review due to the D2L Discussion titled
      “MA #2 Draft and Peer Review” by 10:00 PM Monday, February 21.
   2. Responses to two of your classmates’ drafts due by
      5:00 PM Friday, February 25.
   3. Final draft due to the D2L drop box titled, “MA #2” by 5:00 PM Monday, February 28.

I’m working on a writing discussion question and need an explanation and answer to help me learn.

Many of the artists you are listening to this week were influenced by jazz. This was a departure of sorts from some of the other musical reference points of other hip-hop artists. Discuss a contemporary artist (in any genre) who you think has been influenced by what might be considered an unusual source of inspiration (an example may be a country artist who is influenced by classical music).  Describe—in an original post of 200 words minimum—the influence in the particular artist you choose. If possible, include a link to a song by your chosen artists that exemplifies the influence you describe.

(Please do not select an artist that is already on our syllabus!)

Original post

De La Soul, “Eye Know (The Know It All Mix)” (1988)

Queen Latifah, “Ladies First” (1989)

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Queen Latifah, “Ladies First” (1989)

A Tribe Called Quest, “Excursions” (1991)

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A Tribe Called Quest, “Excursions” (1991)

Nas, “N.Y. State of Mind” (1994)

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Nas, “N.Y. State of Mind” (1994)

1. Fatback Band, “King Tim III (Personality Jock)” (1979)
2. James Brown, “Funky Drummer” (1970)
3. The Jimmy Castor Bunch, “It’s Just Begun” (1972)

4. Gil Scott-Heron, “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised” (1970, 1971)

5. Afrika Bambaataa, “Zulu Nation Throwdown” (1980)
6. Blondie, “Rapture” (1980)
7. Rammellzee and K-Rob, “Beat Bop” (1983)
8. Kurtis Blow, “The Breaks” (1980)
9. Funky 4 + 1, “That’s the Joint” (1981)
10. Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, “The Adventure of Grandmaster Flash on the Wheels of Steel”
(1981)
11. Herbie Hancock, “Rockit” (1983)
12. Sugar Hill Gang, “Rapper’s Delight” (1979)
13. Treacherous Three, “The New Rap Language” (1980)
14. Roxanne Shante, “Roxanne’s Revenge” (1984)
15. Afrika Bambaataa & Soul Sonic Force, “Planet Rock” (1982)
16. Brother D with Collective Effort, “How We Gonna Make the Black Nation Rise?” (1980)
17. Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, “The Message” (1983)
18. Run-D.M.C., “Rock Box” (1984)
19. Beastie Boys, “Paul Revere” (1986)
20. LL Cool J, “I Need Love” (1987)
21. Eric B. & Rakim, “Microphone Fiend” (1988)
22. DJ Jazzy Jeff & Fresh Prince, “Summertime” (1991)
23. Boogie Down Productions, “Criminal Minded” (1987)
24. Ice T, “Rhyme Pays” (1987)
25. N.W.A., “Straight Outta Compton” (1988)
26. N.W.A., “Fuck tha Police” (1988)
27. Public Enemy, “Fight the Power” (1990)
28. Dr. Dre feat. Snoop Doggy Dogg, “Nuthin’ But a ‘G’ Thang” (1992)
29. Notorious B.I.G., “Juicy” (1994)
30. 2Pac, “California Love” (1995)
31. 2Pac, “Dear Mama” (1995)
32. Wu-Tang Clan, “C.R.E.A.M.” (1993)
33. De La Soul, “Eye Know (The Know It All Mix)” (1988)
34. Queen Latifah, “Ladies First” (1989)
35. A Tribe Called Quest, “Excursions” (1991)
36. Nas, “N.Y. State of Mind” (1994)
37. Vanilla Ice, “Ice Ice Baby” (1990)
38. Eminem, “’Till I Collapse” (2002)
39. Lady B, “To the Beat Y’all” (1979)
40. MC Lyte, “Poor Georgie” (1991)
41. Salt-N-Pepa, “Let’s Talk About Sex” (1990)
42. Lauryn Hill, “Doo Wop (That Thing)” (1998)
43. Lil Wayne, “Dr. Carter” (2008)
44. Kanye West, “Power” (2010)
45. Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording), “Cabinet Battle #1” (2015)