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Onomatopoeia (/ - -/, (listen); from the Greek ὀνοματοποιία; ὄνομα for "name" and ποιέω for "I make", adjectival form: "onomatopoeic" or "onomatopoetic"; also onomatopœia) is the process of creating a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound that it describes. Such words are themselves also called onomatopoeias. Common onomatopoeias include animal noises such as "oink", "meow" (or "miaow"), "roar" and "chirp". Onomatopoeia can differ between languages: it conforms to some extent to the broader linguistic system; hence the sound of a clock may be expressed as "tick tock" in English, "tic tac" in Spanish and Italian (shown in the picture), "dī dā" in Mandarin, "katchin katchin" in Japanese, or "tik-tik" in Hindi. Although in the English language the term onomatopoeia means 'the imitation of a sound', the compound word onomatopoeia (ὀνοματοποιία) in the Greek language means 'making or creating names'. For words that imitate sounds, the term ὴχομιμητικό (echomimetico) or echomimetic) is used. The word ὴχομιμητικό (echomimetico) derives from "ὴχώ", meaning 'echo' or 'sound', and "μιμητικό", meaning 'mimetic' or 'imitating'. - 1 Uses - 2 Comics and advertising - 3 Examples in media - 4 Cross-linguistic examples - 5 In linguistics - 6 The evolution of language - 7 Role in early language acquisition - 8 In other languages - 9 See also - 10 References - 11 External links In the case of a frog croaking, the spelling may vary because different frog species around the world make different sounds: Ancient Greek brekekekex koax koax (only in Aristophanes' comic play The Frogs) probably for marsh frogs; English ribbit for species of frog found in North America; English verb croak for the common frog. Some other very common English-language examples are hiccup, zoom, bang, beep, moo, and splash. Machines and their sounds are also often described with onomatopoeia: honk or beep-beep for the horn of an automobile, and vroom or brum for the engine. In speaking of a mishap involving an audible arcing of electricity, the word "zap" is often used (and its use has been extended to describe non-auditory effects generally connoting the same sort of localized but thorough[clarification needed] interference or destruction similar to that produced in short-circuit sparking). For animal sounds, words like quack (duck), moo (cow), bark or woof (dog), roar (lion), meow/miaow or purr (cat), cluck (chicken) and baa (sheep) are typically used in English (both as nouns and as verbs). Some languages flexibly integrate onomatopoeic words into their structure. This may evolve into a new word, up to the point that the process is no longer recognized as onomatopoeia. One example is the English word "bleat" for sheep noise: in medieval times it was pronounced approximately as "blairt" (but without an R-component), or "blet" with the vowel drawled, which more closely resembles a sheep noise than the modern pronunciation. An example of the opposite case is "cuckoo", which, due to continuous familiarity with the bird noise down the centuries, has kept approximately the same pronunciation as in Anglo-Saxon times and its vowels have not changed as they have in the word furrow. Sometimes, things are named from the sounds they make. In English, for example, there is the universal fastener which is named for the sound it makes: the zip (in the UK) or zipper (in the U.S.) Many birds are named after their calls, such as the bobwhite quail, the weero, the morepork, the killdeer, chickadees and jays, the cuckoo, the chiffchaff, the whooping crane, the whip-poor-will, and the kookaburra. In Tamil and Malayalam, the word for crow is kaakaa. This practice is especially common in certain languages such as Māori, and so in names of animals borrowed from these languages. Although a particular sound is heard similarly by people of different cultures, it is often expressed through the use of different consonant strings in different languages. For example, the snip of a pair of scissors is cri-cri in Italian, riqui-riqui in Spanish, terre-terre or treque-treque in Portuguese, krits-krits in modern Greek, cëk-cëk in Albanian, and katr-katr in Hindi. Similarly, the "honk" of a car's horn is ba-ba (Han: 叭叭) in Mandarin, tut-tut in French, pu-pu in Japanese, bbang-bbang in Korean, bært-bært in Norwegian, fom-fom in Portuguese and bim-bim in Vietnamese. Onomatopoeic effect without onomatopoeic words An onomatopoeic effect can also be produced in a phrase or word string with the help of alliteration and consonance alone, without using any onomatopoeic words. The most famous example is the phrase "furrow followed free" in Samuel Taylor Coleridge's The Rime of the Ancient Mariner. The words "followed" and "free" are not onomatopoeic in themselves, but in conjunction with "furrow" they reproduce the sound of ripples following in the wake of a speeding ship. Similarly, alliteration has been used in the line "as the surf surged up the sun swept shore...", to recreate the sound of breaking waves, in the poem "I, She and the Sea". Comics and advertising Comic strips and comic books make extensive use of onomatopoeia. Popular culture historian Tim DeForest noted the impact of writer-artist Roy Crane (1901–1977), the creator of Captain Easy and Buz Sawyer: - It was Crane who pioneered the use of onomatopoeic sound effects in comics, adding "bam," "pow" and "wham" to what had previously been an almost entirely visual vocabulary. Crane had fun with this, tossing in an occasional "ker-splash" or "lickety-wop" along with what would become the more standard effects. Words as well as images became vehicles for carrying along his increasingly fast-paced storylines. Advertising uses onomatopoeia for mnemonic purposes, so that consumers will remember their products, as in Alka-Seltzer's "Plop, plop, fizz, fizz. Oh, what a relief it is!" jingle, recorded in two different versions (big band and rock) by Sammy Davis, Jr. Rice Krispies (US and UK) and Rice Bubbles (AU)[clarification needed] make a "snap, crackle, pop" when one pours on milk. During the 1930s, the illustrator Vernon Grant developed Snap, Crackle and Pop as gnome-like mascots for the Kellogg Company. Sounds appear in road safety advertisements: "clunk click, every trip" (click the seatbelt on after clunking the car door closed; UK campaign) or "click, clack, front and back" (click, clack of connecting the seat belts; AU campaign) or "click it or ticket" (click of the connecting seat belt, with the implied penalty of a traffic ticket for not using a seat belt; US DOT (Department of Transportation) campaign). The sound of the container opening and closing gives Tic Tac its name. In many of the world's languages, onomatopoeic-like words are used to describe phenomena beyond the purely auditive. Japanese often uses such words to describe feelings or figurative expressions about objects or concepts. For instance, Japanese barabara is used to reflect an object's state of disarray or separation, and shiiin is the onomatopoetic form of absolute silence (used at the time an English speaker might expect to hear the sound of crickets chirping or a pin dropping in a silent room, or someone coughing). In Albanian, tartarec is used to describe someone who is hasty. It is used in English as well with terms like bling, which describes the glinting of light on things like gold, chrome or precious stones. In Japanese, kirakira is used for glittery things. Examples in media - James Joyce in Ulysses (1922) coined the onomatopoeic tattarrattat for a knock on the door. It is listed as the longest palindromic word in The Oxford English Dictionary. - Whaam! (1963) by Roy Lichtenstein is an early example of pop art, featuring a reproduction of comic book art that depicts a fighter aircraft striking another with rockets with dazzling red and yellow explosions. - In the 1960s TV series Batman, comic book style onomatopoeic words such as wham!, pow!, biff!, crunch! and zounds! appear onscreen during fight scenes. - Ubisoft's XIII employed the use of comic book onomatopoeic words such as bam!, boom! and noooo! during gameplay for gunshots, explosions and kills, respectively. The comic-book style is apparent throughout the game and is a core theme, and the game is an adaptation of a comic book of the same name. - The chorus of American popular songwriter John Prine's song "Onomatopoeia" cleverly incorporates onomatopoeic words (though 'ouch!' is not the sound of pain): "Bang! went the pistol. | Crash! went the window. | Ouch! went the son of a gun. | Onomatopoeia | I don't wanna see ya | Speaking in a foreign tongue." - The marble game KerPlunk has an onomatopoeic word for a title, from the sound of marbles dropping when one too many sticks has been removed. - The Nickelodeon cartoon's title KaBlam! is implied to be onomatopoeic to a crash. - Each episode of the TV series Harper's Island is given an onomatopoeic name which imitates the sound made in that episode when a character dies. For example, in the episode titled "Bang" a character is shot and fatally wounded, with the "Bang" mimicking the sound of the gunshot. - Mad Magazine cartoonist Don Martin, already popular for his exaggerated artwork, often employed comic-book style onomatopoeic "sound effects" in his drawings (for example, "thwizzit" is the sound of a sheet of paper being yanked from a typewriter). Fans have compiled The Don Martin Dictionary, cataloguing each "sound" and its "meaning". A key component of language is its arbitrariness and what a word can represent,[clarification needed] as a word is a sound created by humans with attached meaning to said sound. No one can determine the meaning of a word purely by how it sounds. However, in onomatopoeic words, these sounds are much less arbitrary; they are connected in their imitation of other objects or sounds in nature. Vocal sounds in the imitation of natural sounds doesn't necessarily gain meaning, but can gain symbolic meaning.[clarification needed] An example of this sound symbolism in the English language is the use of words starting with sn-. Some of these words symbolize concepts related to the nose (sneeze, snot, snore). This does not mean that all words with that sound relate to the nose, but at some level we recognize a sort of symbolism associated with the sound itself. Onomatopoeia, while a facet of language, is also in a sense outside of the confines of language. In linguistics, onomatopoeia is described as the connection, or symbolism, of a sound that is interpreted and reproduced within the context of a language, usually out of mimicry of a sound. It is a figure of speech, in a sense. Considered a vague term on its own, there are a few varying defining factors in classifying onomatopoeia. In one manner, it is defined simply as the imitation of some kind of non-vocal sound using the vocal sounds of a language, like the hum of a bee being imitated with a “buzz” sound. In another sense, it is described as the phenomena of making a new word entirely. Onomatopoeia works in the sense of symbolizing an idea in a phonological context, not necessarily constituting a direct meaningful word in the process. The symbolic properties of a sound in a word, or a phoneme, is related to a sound in an environment, and are restricted in part by a language's own phonetic inventory, hence why many languages can have distinct onomatopoeia for the same natural sound. Depending on a language's connection to a sound's meaning, that language's onomatopoeia inventory can differ proportionally. For example, a language like English generally holds little symbolic representation when it comes to sounds, which is the reason English tends to have a smaller representation of sound mimicry then a language like Japanese that overall has a much higher amount of symbolism related to the sounds of the language. The evolution of language In ancient Greek philosophy, onomatopoeia was used as evidence for how natural a language was: it was theorized that language itself was derived from natural sounds in the world around us. Symbolism in sounds was seen as deriving from this. Some linguists hold that onomatopoeia may have been the first form of human language. In the development of a language, sounds that are associated with natural objects then go on to form words with related meanings. For example, gl- at the beginning of an English word can denote something that is shining or iridescent (e.g. glitter, glisten, gleam).[dubious ] Role in early language acquisition When first exposed to sound and communication, humans are biologically inclined to mimic the sounds they hear, whether they are actual pieces of language or other natural sounds. Early on in development, an infant will vary his/her utterances between sounds that are well established within the phonetic range of the language(s) most heavily spoken in their environment, which may be called "tame" onomatopoeia, and the full range of sounds that the vocal tract can produce, or "wild" onomatopoeia. As one begins to acquire one's first language, the proportion of "wild" onomatopoeia reduces in favor of sounds which are congruent with those of the language they are acquiring. During the native language acquisition period, it has been documented that infants may react strongly to the more wild-speech features to which they are exposed, compared to more tame and familiar speech features. But the results of such tests are inconclusive. In the context of language acquisition, sound symbolism has been shown to play an important role. The association of foreign words to subjects and how they relate to general objects, such as the association of the words takete and baluma with either a round or angular shape, has been tested to see how languages symbolize sounds. In other languages The Japanese language has a large inventory of ideophone words that are symbolic sounds. These are used in contexts ranging from day to day conversation to serious news. These words fall into four categories: - Giseigo: mimics humans and animals. (e.g. wanwan for a dog's bark) - Giongo: mimics general noises in nature or inanimate objects. (e.g. zaazaa for rain on a roof) - Gitaigo: describes states of the external world - Gijōgo: describes psychological states or bodily feelings. The two former correspond directly to the concept of onomatopoeia, while the two latter are similar to onomatopoeia in that they are intended to represent a concept mimetically and performatively rather than referentially, but different from onomatopoeia in that they aren't just imitative of sounds. For example, "shiinto" represents something being silent, just as how an anglophone might say "clatter, crash, bang!" to represent something being noisy. That "representative" or "performative" aspect is the similarity to onomatopoeia. Sometimes Japanese onomatopoeia produces reduplicated words. As in Japanese, onomatopoeia in Hebrew sometimes produces reduplicated verbs::208 There is a documented correlation within the Malay language of onomatopoeia that begin with the sound bu- and the implication of something that is rounded. As well as with the sound of -lok within a word conveying curvature in such words like lok, kelok and telok ('locomotive', 'cove', and 'curve' respectively). The Qur'an, written in Arabic, documents instances of onomatopoeia. Of about 77,701 words, there are nine words that are onomatopoeic: three are animal sounds (e.g., "mooing"), two are sounds of nature (e.g.; "thunder"), and four that are human sounds (e.g., "whisper" or "groan"). There is wide array of objects and animals in the Albanian language that have been named after the sound they produce. Such onomatopoeic words are shkrepse (matches), named after the distinct sound of friction and ignition of the match head; take-tuke (ashtray) mimicking the sound it makes when placed on a table; shi (rain) resembling the continuous sound of pouring rain; kukumjaçkë (Little owl) after its "cuckoo" hoot; furçë (brush) for its rustling sound; shapka (slippers and flip-flops); pordhë (rumorous flatulence) and fëndë (silent flatulence). - Wells, John C. (2008), Longman Pronunciation Dictionary (3rd ed.), Longman, ISBN 978-1-4058-8118-0 - Roach, Peter (2011), Cambridge English Pronouncing Dictionary (18th ed.), Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, ISBN 978-0-521-15253-2 - ὀνοματοποιία, Henry George Liddell, Robert Scott, A Greek-English Lexicon, on Perseus - ὄνομα, Henry George Liddell, Robert Scott, A Greek-English Lexicon, on Perseus - ποιέω, Henry George Liddell, Robert Scott, A Greek-English Lexicon, on Perseus - Onomatopoeia as a Figure and a Linguistic Principle, Hugh Bredin, The Johns Hopkins University, Retrieved November 14, 2013 - Definition of Onomatopoeia, Retrieved November 14, 2013 - Basic Reading of Sound Words-Onomatopoeia, Yale University, retrieved October 11, 2013 - English Oxford Living Dictionaries - Anderson, Earl R. (1998). A Grammar of Iconism. Fairleigh Dickinson University Press. p. 112. ISBN 9780838637647. - DeForest, Tim (2004). Storytelling in the Pulps, Comics, and Radio: How Technology Changed Popular Fiction in America. McFarland. - James Joyce (1982). Ulysses. Editions Artisan Devereaux. pp. 434–. ISBN 978-1-936694-38-9. ...I was just beginning to yawn with nerves thinking he was trying to make a fool of me when I knew his tattarrattat at the door he must ... - O.A. Booty (1 January 2002). Funny Side of English. Pustak Mahal. pp. 203–. ISBN 978-81-223-0799-3. The longest palindromic word in English has 12 letters: tattarrattat. This word, appearing in the Oxford English Dictionary, was invented by James Joyce and used in his book Ulysses (1922), and is an imitation of the sound of someone [farting]. - Assaneo, María Florencia; Nichols, Juan Ignacio; Trevisan, Marcos Alberto (2011-01-01). "The anatomy of onomatopoeia". PLoS One. 6 (12): e28317. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0028317. ISSN 1932-6203. PMC 3237459. PMID 22194825. - RHODES, R (1994). "Aural Images". In J. Ohala, L. Hinton & J. Nichols (eds.) Sound Symbolism. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press. - "The Study of Onomatopoeia in the Muslims' Holy Write: Qur'an: OneSearch for Articles, Books, and More". eds.a.ebscohost.com. Retrieved 2017-02-27. - Bredin, Hugh (1996-08-01). "Onomatopoeia as a Figure and a Linguistic Principle". New Literary History. 27 (3): 555–569. doi:10.1353/nlh.1996.0031. ISSN 1080-661X. - Laing, C. E. (2014-09-15). "A phonological analysis of onomatopoeia in early word production". First Language. doi:10.1177/0142723714550110. - Osaka, Naoyuki (1990). "Multidimensional Analysis of Onomatopoeia -A note to make sensory scale from word" (PDF). Studia phonologica: 25–33 – via Kyoto University Research Information Repository. - Assaneo, María Florencia; Nichols, Juan Ignacio; Trevisan, Marcos Alberto (2011-12-14). "The Anatomy of Onomatopoeia". PLoS ONE. 6 (12): e28317. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0028317. ISSN 1932-6203. PMC 3237459. PMID 22194825. - Inose, Hiroko. "Translating Japanese Onomatopoeia and Mimetic Words." N.p., n.d. Web. - Zuckermann, Ghil'ad (2003), Language Contact and Lexical Enrichment in Israeli Hebrew. Palgrave Macmillan. ISBN 9781403917232 / ISBN 9781403938695 - WILKINSON, R. J. (1936-01-01). "ONOMATOPOEIA IN MALAY". Journal of the Malayan Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society. 14 (3 (126)): 72–88. JSTOR 41559855. - Crystal, David (1997). The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Language (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press. ISBN 0-521-55967-7. - Smyth, Herbert Weir (1920). Greek Grammar. Cambridge MA: Harvard University Press. p. 680. ISBN 0-674-36250-0. |Look up onomatopoeia in Wiktionary, the free dictionary.| |Wikimedia Commons has media related to Onomatopoeia.|

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Impressionism is a 19th century movement known for its paintings that aimed to depict the transience of light, and to capture scenes of modern life and the natural world in their ever-shifting conditions. Identify the characteristics of Impressionism - The term ” impressionism ” is derived from the title of Claude Monet’s painting, Impression, soleil levant (“Impression, Sunrise”). - Impressionist works characteristically portray overall visual effects instead of details, and use short, “broken” brush strokes of mixed and unmixed color to achieve an effect of intense color vibration. - During the latter part of 1873, Monet, Renoir, Pissarro, and Sisley organized the Société Anonyme Coopérative des Artistes Peintres, Sculpteurs, Graveurs (“Cooperative and Anonymous Association of Painters, Sculptors, and Engravers”) to exhibit their artworks independently to mixed critical response. - The Impressionists exhibited together eight times between 1874 and 1886. The individual artists achieved few financial rewards from the impressionist exhibitions, but their art gradually won a degree of public acceptance and support. - Impressionists typically painted scenes of modern life and often painted outdoors or en plein air. - En Plein air: En plein air is a French expression that means “in the open air,” and is particularly used to describe the act of painting outdoors, which is also called peinture sur le motif (“painting on the ground”) in French. - Vista: From Italian vista (“view, sight”). A distant view or prospect, especially one seen through an opening, avenue, or passage. - flâneur: A man who observes society, usually in urban settings; a “people-watcher.” Impressionism is a 19th century art movement that was originated by a group of Paris-based artists, including Berthe Morisot, Claude Monet, August Renoir, Edgar Degas, Camille Pissarro, and Alfred Sisley, as well as the American artist Mary Cassatt. These artists constructed their pictures with freely brushed colors that took precedence over lines and contours. They typically painted scenes of modern life and often painted outdoors. The Impressionists found that they could capture the momentary and transient effects of sunlight by painting en plein air. However, many Impressionist paintings and prints, especially those produced by Morisot and Cassatt, are set in domestic interiors. Typically, they portrayed overall visual effects instead of details, and used short, “broken” brush strokes of mixed and unmixed color to achieve an effect of intense color vibration. Radicals in their time, early impressionists violated the rules of academic painting. In 19th century France, the Académie des Beaux-Arts (“Academy of Fine Arts”) dominated French art. The Académie was the preserver of traditional French painting standards of content and style. Historical subjects, religious themes, and portraits were valued (landscape and still life were not), and the Académie preferred carefully finished images that looked realistic when examined closely. Color was somber and conservative, and traces of brush strokes were suppressed, concealing the artist’s personality, emotions, and working techniques. Impressionist painters could not afford to wait for France to accept their work, so they established their own exhibition—apart from the annual salon organized by the Académie. During the latter part of 1873, Monet, Renoir, Pissarro, and Sisley organized the Société Anonyme Coopérative des Artistes Peintres, Sculpteurs, Graveurs (“Cooperative and Anonymous Association of Painters, Sculptors, and Engravers”) to exhibit their artworks independently. In total, 30 artists participated in their first exhibition, held in April 1874 at the studio of the French photographer and caricaturist Nadar. The critical response was mixed. Critic and humorist Louis Leroy wrote a scathing review in the newspaper Le Charivari in which, making wordplay with the title of Claude Monet’s Impression, soleil levant (“Impression, Sunrise”), he gave the artists the name by which they became known. The term “impressionists” quickly gained favor with the public. It was also accepted by the artists themselves, even though they were a diverse group in style and temperament, unified primarily by their spirit of independence and rebellion. They exhibited together eight times between 1874 and 1886. The individual artists achieved few financial rewards from the impressionist exhibitions, but their art gradually won a degree of public acceptance and support. Their dealer, Paul Durand-Ruel, played a major role in this as he kept their work before the public and arranged shows for them in London and New York. The Impressionists captured ordinary subjects, engaged in day to day activities in both rural and urban settings. Impressionist artists relaxed the boundary between subject and background so that the effect of an impressionist painting often resembles a snapshot, a part of a larger reality captured as if by chance. The development of Impressionism can be considered partly as a reaction by artists to the challenge presented by photography, which seemed to devalue the artist’s skill in reproducing reality. In spite of this, photography actually inspired artists to pursue other means of artistic expression, and rather than compete with photography to emulate reality, impressionists sought to express their perceptions of nature and modern city life. Scenes from the bourgeois care-free lifestyle, as well as from the world of entertainment, such as cafés, dance halls, and theaters were among their favorite subjects. In their genre scenes of contemporary life, these artists tried to arrest a moment in their fast-paced lives by pinpointing specific atmospheric conditions such as light flickering on water, moving clouds, or city lights falling over dancing couples. Their technique tried to capture what they saw. Édouard Manet, a French painter, was a pivotal figure in the transition from Realism to Impressionism. Express why Édouard Manet is considered a pivotal figure in the transition from Realism to Impressionism - His early masterworks, The Luncheon on the Grass (Le déjeuner sur l’herbe) and Olympia, engendered great controversy and served as rallying points for the young painters who would create Impressionism. Today, these are considered watershed paintings that mark the genesis of modern art. - His style in this period was characterized by loose brush strokes, simplification of details, and the suppression of transitional tones. - Manet’s works were seen as a challenge to the Renaissance works that inspired his paintings. Manet’s work is considered “early modern,” partially because of the black outlining of figures, which draws attention to the surface of the picture plane and the material quality of paint. - juxtaposition: The extra emphasis given to a comparison when the contrasted objects are close together. - Impressionism: A 19th century art movement that originated with a group of Paris-based artists. Impressionist painting characteristics include relatively small, thin, yet visible brush strokes, open composition, emphasis on accurate depiction of light in its changing qualities (often accentuating the effects of the passage of time), common, ordinary subject matter, inclusion of movement as a crucial element of human perception and experience, and unusual visual angles. Édouard Manet (1832–1883) was a French painter. One of the first 19th century artists to approach modern and postmodern-life subjects, he was a pivotal figure in the transition from Realism to Impressionism. His early masterworks, The Luncheon on the Grass (Le déjeuner sur l’herbe) and Olympia, engendered great controversy and served as rallying points for the young painters who would create Impressionism. Today, these are considered watershed paintings that mark the genesis of modern art. Manet opened a studio in 1856. His style in this period was characterized by loose brush strokes, simplification of details, and the suppression of transitional tones. Adopting the current style of realism initiated by Gustave Courbet, he painted The Absinthe Drinker (1858–59) and other contemporary subjects such as beggars, singers, Gypsies, people in cafés, and bullfights. Music in the Tuileries is an early example of Manet’s painterly style. Inspired by Hals and Velázquez, it is a harbinger of his lifelong interest in the subject of leisure. The Paris Salon rejected The Luncheon on the Grass for exhibition in 1863. Manet exhibited it at the Salon des Refusés (Salon of the Rejected) later in the year. The painting’s juxtaposition of fully dressed men and a nude woman was controversial, as was its abbreviated, sketch-like handling, an innovation that distinguished Manet from Courbet. At the same time, this composition reveals Manet’s study of the old Renaissance masters. One work cited by scholars as an important precedent for Le déjeuner sur l’herbe is Giorgione’s The Tempest. As he had in The Luncheon on the Grass, Manet again paraphrased a respected work by a Renaissance artist in his painting Olympia (1863), a nude portrayed in pose that was based on Titian’s Venus of Urbino (1538). Manet created Olympia in response to a challenge to give the Salon a nude painting to display. His subsequently frank depiction of a self-assured prostitute was accepted by the Paris Salon in 1865, where it created a scandal. The painting was controversial partly because the nude is wearing some small items of clothing such as an orchid in her hair, a bracelet, a ribbon around her neck, and mule slippers, all of which accentuated her nakedness, sexuality, and comfortable courtesan lifestyle. The orchid, upswept hair, black cat, and bouquet of flowers were all recognized symbols of sexuality at the time. This modern Venus’ body is thin, counter to prevailing standards, and this lack of physical idealism rankled viewers. Olympia’s body as well as her gaze is unabashedly confrontational. She defiantly looks out as her servant offers flowers from one of her male suitors. Although her hand rests on her leg, hiding her pubic area, the reference to traditional female virtue is ironic: female modesty is notoriously absent in this work. As with Luncheon on the Grass, the painting raised the issue of prostitution within contemporary France and the roles of women within society. The roughly painted style and photographic lighting in these two controversial works was seen by contemporaries as modern: specifically, as a challenge to the Renaissance works Manet copied or used as source material. His work is considered “early modern,” partially because of the black outlining of figures, which draws attention to the surface of the picture plane and the material quality of paint. Impressionist painting broke from the traditions of the Academie, favoring everyday subject matter, exaggerated color, thick paint application, and an aim to capture the movement of life as opposed to staged scenes. Describe the characteristics of Impressionist painting - In the middle of the 19th century, the Académie des Beaux-Arts dominated French art, valuing historical subjects, religious themes, and portraits as opposed to landscapes or still life. - In the early 1860s Monet, Renoir, Sisley, and Bazille met while studying under the academic artist Charles Gleyre. They discovered that they shared an interest in painting landscape and contemporary life rather than historical or mythological scenes - Impressionist paintings can be characterized by their use of short, thick strokes of paint that quickly capture a subject’s essence rather than details. - Impressionist paintings do not exploit the transparency of thin paint films (glazes), which earlier artists manipulated carefully to produce effects. - Thematically, Impressionists works are focused on capturing the movement of life, or quick moments captured as if by snapshot. - Académie des Beaux-Arts: The Academy was created in 1816 as a merger of the Académie de peinture et de sculpture (Academy of Painting and Sculpture, founded 1648), the Académie de musique (Academy of Music, founded in 1669) and the Académie d’architecture (Academy of Architecture, founded in 1671). In the middle of the 19th century, the Académie des Beaux-Arts dominated French art. The Académie was the preserver of traditional French painting standards of content and style. Historical subjects, religious themes, and portraits were valued; landscape and still life were not. The Académie preferred carefully finished images that looked realistic when examined closely. Paintings in this style were made up of precise brush strokes carefully blended to hide the artist’s hand in the work. Colour was restrained and often toned down further by the application of a golden varnish. In the early 1860s, four young painters—Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Alfred Sisley, and Frédéric Bazille—met while studying under the academic artist Charles Gleyre. They discovered that they shared an interest in painting landscape and contemporary life rather than historical or mythological scenes. Following a practice that had become increasingly popular by mid-century, they often ventured into the countryside together to paint in the open air, or en plein air, but not for the purpose of making sketches to be developed into carefully finished works in the studio, as was the usual custom. By painting in sunlight directly from nature, and making bold use of the vivid synthetic pigments that had become available since the beginning of the century, they began to develop a lighter and brighter manner of painting that extended further the Realism of Gustave Courbet and the Barbizon School. Impressionist paintings can be characterized by their use of short, thick strokes of paint that quickly capture a subject’s essence rather than details. Colors are often applied side-by-side with as little mixing as possible, a technique that exploits the principle of simultaneous contrast to make the color appear more vivid to the viewer. Impressionist paintings do not exploit the transparency of thin paint films (glazes), which earlier artists manipulated carefully to produce effects. Additionally, the painting surface is typically opaque and the play of natural light is emphasized. Thematically, the Impressionists focused on capturing the movement of life, or quick moments captured as if by snapshot. The representation of light and its changing qualities were of the utmost importance. Ordinary subject matter and unusual visual angles were also important elements of Impressionist works. Modern sculpture is generally considered to have begun with the work of French sculptor Auguste Rodin. Differentiate modern classicism in French sculpture from that of earlier classical sculpture - Typically, modernist artists were concerned with the representation of contemporary issues as opposed to grand historical and allegorical themes previously favored in art. Rodin modeled complex, turbulent, deeply pocketed surfaces into clay and many of his most notable sculptures clashed with the predominant figure sculpture tradition, in which works were decorative, formulaic, or highly thematic. The spontaneity evident in his works associates him with the Impressionists, though he never identified as such. - Rodin’s most original work departed from traditional themes of mythology and allegory in favor of modeling the human body with realism, and celebrating individual character and physicality. - It was the freedom and creativity with which Rodin used these practices, along with his more open attitude toward bodily pose, sensual subject matter, and non-realistic surface, that marked the re-making of traditional 19th century sculptural techniques into the prototype for modern sculpture. - Though his work crossed many stylistic boundaries, and he did not identify as an Impressionist specifically, Degas is nonetheless regarded as one of the founders of Impressionism. - The sculpture Little Dancer of Fourteen Years, by Edgar Degas c. 1881 was shown in the Impressionist Exhibition of 1881 and drew a great deal of controversy due to its departures from historical precedent, a key motive of the Impressionists. - Auguste Rodin: Auguste Rodin was a French sculptor. Although Rodin is generally considered the progenitor of modern sculpture, he did not set out to rebel against the past. He was schooled traditionally, took a craftsman-like approach to his work, and desired academic recognition, although he was never accepted into Paris’s foremost school of art. Modern classicism contrasted in many ways with the classical sculpture of the 19th century, which was characterized by commitments to naturalism, the melodramatic, sentimentality, or a kind of stately grandiosity. Several different directions in the classical tradition were taken as the century turned, but the study of the live model and the post-Renaissance tradition was still fundamental. Modern classicism showed a lesser interest in naturalism and a greater interest in formal stylization. Greater attention was paid to the rhythms of volumes and spaces—as well to the contrasting qualities of surface (open, closed, planar, broken, etc.)—while less attention was paid to storytelling and convincing details of anatomy or costume. Greater attention was given to psychological effect than to physical realism, and influences from earlier styles worldwide were used. Modern sculpture, along with all modern art, “arose as part of Western society’s attempt to come to terms with the urban, industrial and secular society that emerged during the 19th century.” Typically, modernist artists were concerned with the representation of contemporary issues as opposed to grand historical and allegorical themes previously favored in art. Modern sculpture is generally considered to have begun with the work of French sculptor Auguste Rodin. Rodin, often considered a sculptural Impressionist, did not set out to rebel against artistic traditions, however, he incorporated novel ways of building his sculpture that defied classical categories and techniques. Specifically, Rodin modeled complex, turbulent, deeply pocketed surfaces into clay. While he never self-identified as an Impressionist, the vigorous, gestural modeling he employed in his works is often likened to the quick, gestural brush strokes aiming to capture a fleeting moment that was typical of the Impressionists. Rodin’s most original work departed from traditional themes of mythology and allegory, in favor of modeling the human body with intense realism, and celebrating individual character and physicality. Rodin was a naturalist, less concerned with monumental expression than with character and emotion. Departing with centuries of tradition, he turned away from the idealism of the Greeks and the decorative beauty of the Baroque and neo-Baroque movements. His sculpture emphasized the individual and the concreteness of flesh, suggesting emotion through detailed, textured surfaces, and the interplay of light and shadow. To a greater degree than his contemporaries, Rodin believed that an individual’s character was revealed by his physical features. Rodin’s talent for surface modeling allowed him to let every part of the body speak for the whole. The male’s passion in The Kiss, for example, is suggested by the grip of his toes on the rock, the rigidness of his back, and the differentiation of his hands. Rodin saw suffering and conflict as hallmarks of modern art. He states that “nothing, really, is more moving than the maddened beast, dying from unfulfilled desire and asking in vain for grace to quell its passion.” Rodin’s major innovation was to capitalize on such multi-staged processes of 19th century sculpture and their reliance on plaster casting. Since clay deteriorates rapidly if not kept wet or fired into a terra-cotta, sculptors used plaster casts as a means of securing the composition they would make out of the fugitive material that is clay. This was common practice among Rodin’s contemporaries: sculptors would exhibit plaster casts with the hopes that they would be commissioned to have the works made in a more permanent material. Rodin, however, would have multiple plasters made and treat them as the raw material of sculpture, recombining their parts and figures into new compositions and new names. As Rodin’s practice developed into the 1890s, he became more and more radical in his pursuit of fragmentation, the combination of figures at different scales, and the making of new compositions from his earlier work. The Walking Man A prime example of his radical practices is The Walking Man (1899–1900). It is composed of two sculptures from the 1870s that Rodin found in his studio — a broken and damaged torso that had fallen into neglect and the lower extremities of a statuette version of his 1878 St. John the Baptist Preaching that he was having re-sculpted at a reduced scale. Without finessing the join between upper and lower, between torso and legs, Rodin created a work that many sculptors at the time, and subsequently, have seen as one of his strongest and most singular works. This is despite the fact that the object conveys two different styles, exhibits two different attitudes toward finish, and lacks any attempt to hide the arbitrary fusion of these two components. It was the freedom and creativity with which Rodin used these practices—along with his activation of the surfaces of sculptures through traces of his own touch—that marked Rodin’s re-making of traditional 19th century sculptural techniques into the prototype for modern sculpture. Edgar Degas was a French artist famous for his paintings, sculptures, prints, and drawings. He is especially identified with the subject of dance; more than half of his works depict dancers. He is regarded as one of the founders of Impressionism, although he rejected the term, preferring to be called a Realist. During his life, public reception of Degas’s work ranged from admiration to contempt. As a promising artist in the conventional mode, Degas had a number of paintings accepted in the Salon between 1865 and 1870. He soon joined forces with the Impressionists, however, and rejected the rigid rules, judgments, and elitism of the Salon—just as the Salon and general public initially rejected the experimentalism of the Impressionists. Degas’ work was controversial, but was generally admired for its draftsmanship. His La Petite Danseuse de Quatorze Ans, or Little Dancer of Fourteen Years, which he displayed at the sixth Impressionist Exhibition in 1881, was probably his most controversial piece; some critics decried what they thought its “appalling ugliness” while others saw in it a “blossoming.” The sculpture is two-thirds life size and was originally sculpted in wax, an unusual choice of medium for the time. It is dressed in a real bodice, tutu and ballet slippers and has a wig of real hair. All but a hair ribbon and the tutu are covered in wax. The 28 bronze repetitions that appear in museums and galleries around the world today were cast after Degas’ death. The tutus worn by the bronzes vary from museum to museum. Recognized as an important artist in his lifetime, Degas is now considered one of the founders of Impressionism. Though his work crossed many stylistic boundaries, his involvement with the other major figures of Impressionism and their exhibitions, his dynamic paintings and sketches of everyday life and activities, and his bold color experiments served to finally tie him to the Impressionist movement as one of its greatest artists.

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- Created by: RJ_ - Created on: 17-05-17 12:19 Physical activity: movement that gets the body moving and heart pumping Exercise: Physical activity done which requires effort to improve health and fitness Healthy Balanced lifestyle: Day to day life that has quality and wellness which includes, Diet, exercise, injury prevention, sleep, hygeine, stress, relationships Lifetime sport: Enjoyed over a lifetime e.g. tennis Benefits of regular participation in sport - Physical benefits: to do with the body (loose weight) - Mental benefits: to do with the mind (stress relief) - Personal benefits: to do with self (improved self esteem) - Social benefits: to do with others (having positive relationships) The need for regular participation in physical act Sedentary lifestyle: modern technology has reduced the need to move and exercise (cars, lifts, washing machines, TVS). More hours being spent infront of TV. young people are not being as active and not getting their 60 mins exercise a day which is leading to obeisty and a non healthy active lifestyle. The barriers facing young people in their particip - Lack of oppertunity (taking part based on time and money) - Lack of provision (availibility of facilities) - Lack of esteem (confidence inself) The definitions, characteristics and benefits of.. - Activities done for a variety of reasons at a fun level - It is available to all - In free time - Limited funding - Taking part not winning - Activites done in the natural environment ( a walk) - Escape from modern life, thoughts and feelings - respect for environment - Gaining a sense of adventure (sense of excitment) The definitions, characteristics and benefits of.. - Learning of physical, personal, qualitive values through schools - Oppertunities (GCSE, A levels) - Specialist staff - Prepare for a career in sport - Healthy active lifestyle - Learning in and about the natural environment - as part of structured school programme - Special trips - Specialist staff - Physical health and skill learning - Preperation for active leisure (love the outdoors) - Appreciation of environment The definitions, characteristics and benefits of.. - Organised competitive skilful physical activity, which requires commitment and fair play. - Is for those who have physical prowess (skill) and physical endeavour (effort and skill) - It is at a designated time and length - At a designated place with purpose built facilities - High commitment and competition - sponpership and media - Sportsman ship = Fair play - Gamesman ship = Stretching the rules to gain an unfair advantage - Deviance = seriously breaking the rules and norms The United Kingdom Ethnic sports: Highland games, Shrovetide football, cheese rolling - Festive/ Ritual Nineteenth century Public Schools - Queen victoria reigned for 65 years - Improved transport - upper middle class boys attend elite, fee paying, boarding schools. - Working class improved Public Schools help to promote and organise sports and games - Funding - Build specialist facilities, employ specialist coaches - Plenty of time to practise - usually plenty of space - games were compulsory every day - Boys involved in organisation How did team team games spread - ex-pupils from these schools took on major leadership roles in society spreading the passion for team games. Traditional Amateur to a more professional approac - 1900- amateurs took part in sport for love not money. They could afford to spend time away from work playing sports and games for enjoyment. - Working class men could not afford to miss work. If they had great talent they might get a chance to pay full time (professional) - Professionals in modern sport involves full time commitement planning and high levels of funding. The move from amateurism - Mass of participation - more people involved in sport - Sporting exercise - Winning medals - Organisation of sport- national goverining bodies are working towards more smooth running and professional systems to match modern day sport. - Government support - Government of UK does not have an outstanding reputation for supporting sport. However national lottery United States of America - Powerful, relatively young nation - Native indians are the original population - Sport is driven by commercelisation - Private and corporate businesses use sport to promote products and achieve good will - Individualism - Each person is responsible for their own success - Over 250 years has been the land of oppertunity Nature of Sport - Result is what matters - 'win ethic' dominates sport at all levels - Winning is more important than the taking part - 2nd place is not an option - Lombardi 'Winning isnt the most important thing, it is the only thing' - American dream - ' Success, freedom, equality, and security' Gets you fom rags to riches. Success depends on ability and hard work. Anyone can achieve the dream (age, gender, ethnic backround) - Sport=Big business - Companies use it to promote their products and achieve good will - Few performers become rich and are on the best multi million dollar contracts. - TV and advertising fund the top level professional sport with sponsership and the media benefiting from it. Origins and Nature - Game developed in the influential universities (yale) - in 1800's there were no accepted rules - Play was rough so some unis band it - in 1869 unis played in 1st intercollegiate match - 25 players per side (handling carrying was not allowed) - Toughness, endeavour and courage - After adaptions and modifications american football developed its own rules, tatics and style to play American Football (2) - By 1900 the game had developed into a conflict violent game with survival and success dependant on physical force - It is a tough collision sport - Each player has a specialist role - Physical contact is allowed between players who are not in possesion of the ball - Players must wear special protective equipment - Very common - Dangers and expensive equipment make it impractical for recreational play - Saftey equipment has increased levels of violence as players can hurl themselves at one another American Football (3) - Multi billion dollar business - NFL is a group of companies with teams either privately or run as public companies - Teams are run and bought at franchises - Competition between TV networks for coverage night inflates the cost of NFL - Professionals do not play on saturday's to give universities their own share of TV coverage The Super Bowl - Championship game of the NFL - Half time is an hour long and tv takes advantage of huge TV audience. 30 second advert is 2.6 million dollars. - Native people where Aboriginals - Has a small poplulation for the size of the country with only 21 million compared to the usa have 300 million and Uk 60 million - Britian colonisaton occured in Australis and they have still adapted to British sports - In 1901 it became an independant country - Australia has been commited to a policy of multiculturalism since the aboloition of the 'white australian' - It is climate favourable for sport and activities (better weather than UK) hardly any cancelations of matches - There is loads of space, beaches, mountains, deserts so it is more open to oppertunity and varied choice (surfing, skiing) Nature of Sport - Government fun sport in australia - Healthy economy - australians happy to spend money on sport - Elite sport is highly commercialised (aussie rules - multi million dollar) - Sporting success has given them internation recognition (sydney olympics) - Success of national teams (netball, rugby, cricket, hockey, swimming, olympics) - Role models (ian thorpe - swimmer, shane warn- cricket) - Large % of TV dedicated to sport - massive new paper coverage - School/uni sport shown on TV in some states ( very high status of sport in schools) - Played on gigantic cricket ovals with 9 officials and 22 players per side. - Fourth most played team sport in australia - Australians living and travelling abroad hae taken the game with them - Widely taught in australian schools - game appeals to all - played by men or women - It is the most highly attended spectator sport in Australia. Participation of Excellence The sports development pyramid - Foundation (bottem) - Young school children. Cognitive stage. 1st attempt at sport - Participation - school team involvement. regular involvement of extra curriculumn. Start to choose sports which become hobbies - Performance - District/county level. Emphisis on competition/winning. Dedicated performers who are keen to improve regular training - Excellence - elite performers. Highly skilled, fully commited, high levels of coaching, element of sport science, specific facilities, coaching, modern technology, media coverage. Limitations to improvement - discrimination, stereotypes, past experiences Participation of Excellence (2) Funding for Elite performers - Public funding (gov) - UK sport (lottery funding) - Private funding (sponsership) - Voluntary contributions (charities) Oppertunity, Provision, Esteem Oppertunity - having the chance to take part Provision - Hvaing the conditions or physical tools to take part Esteem - Having the confidence and belief and appreciation Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) - Part of the government that gives money to sport. - It decides how lottery money is split between things ( UK sport, olympics) - Alot of money used to come from the lottery for sport however this has decreased over the past years. - Responsible for developing elite sport in the UK. - They manage and distrubute money on where they want elitesm to occur. - Run elite coaching programmes - Relationships with international sporting companies - co-ordinates work to attract major sporting events - They manage the Talented Athlete Scholarship system Sport Organisations (2) Developed national institutes of sport - To provide Britians Best performers with the practical support needed to compete and win at the highest level - Provide: Nutritional advice, Sport science, performance analysis and planning, psychology, physiotherapy, career education and lifestyle advice, sports massage, sports vision. Home country organisations - Aim: To get people more active and involved - What do they do: promotes community sport, promotes volunteering, coaching, leadership, focuses on priority groups. - They work closely with local, regional and national partners and brings together the NGB's, coaches and clubs to increase participation. - Creates initiatives such as Sporting championships, where role models go into schools to promote sport - Develops school and clubs links - Responsible for funding elite sports which are not part of the olympics (netball) Home country organisations (2) Sport Council For Nothern Ireland - Aim: increase particaption especially in young people, improve performance, and improve management of sport - They increase particiaption in disadvantaged areas and people with disabilities - Improve knowledge and skills enabling more people to make a contribution in sport. - Aim: To increase particopation and improve performances in Scottish Sport - They develop sporting people, organisations and facilities - Create pathways of oppertunity for people to take part - Tackle discrimintation and promote equality of oppertunity ensuring safe and fair particiaption Home country organisations (3) Sports Council For Wales - Aim: To get more people active more often - Get particulary active young people - Active communities ( adults active 30 mins a day and children 60 mins a day) - High level performance and excellence focusing on talented performers The national Cirriculum - 1988 - Compulsory up to 16 which schools have to adibe by it. - Competence (Body and mind skilfulness) - Creativity (promblem solving and tactics) - Healthy active lifestyle (physical activity and health) PESSCL (Physcial eduction, school sports and club - Aim: Increase participation in young children - 2 hours physical education in national cirriculum every week (if this couldnt be met then club links where there to enable them to get the 2 hours) - Competition managers were employed to ensure kids that werent getting two hours of p.e Could. - SSCO's were part of this strategy. They were bought in to increase quality of sport in primary schools. - Leadership: 'Step into sport' - encourage young people 14-16 to become leaders and work in the primary schools - Schools sport colleges - Were bought in to give a base areas around the country to develop sport. It is a hub site for partnership schools to attend activities - Gifted and talented: Helps promosing young performers to reach their potential. (identify, telent identification, provision of multi skill academies, support) - Kite marking: awarded to schools who have developed this strategy (Activemark, sportsmark, Sports Partnership Mark) Sport: raising the game - Resulted in national institutes of sport Sporting future for all - Better communication and co ordination between schools, local clubs and organisations - Highlighted the importance of sport and physical activity both socially and economically (health benefits) National Sports foundation - Encourage partnerships between private investors and community sports projects National Governing Bodies - Each sport has their own NGB - Swimming (ASA) Football (FA) Tennis (LTA) Rugby (RFU) - They all have the same aims but relevant to certain sports - Visions of what they want are written out in a whole sport plan - This plan must include strategies which should: increase particpation, increase club routes to elites, and increase international success - NGB fundings come from their county councils as a result of their WSP - By achieving their targe they will get funded more money - Some sports depend massively on this where as other sports which are high in the media recieve money from other places. Funding of Physical Activity - Public (funding for government, local authorites - national lottery) - Voluntary (donations, charities or private clubs) - Private (Businesses, companies and investors - sponsership) The national Lottery - Since 1994 has had a huge impact on british sport- primary source - Provide grants of 200 millon annually - These grants are distrubuted by UK sport and the 4 home country sport councils to encourage mass participation and sporting excellence. - The world calss pathway programme and world class events programme are funded by national lottery Funding of Physical Activity (2) World Class Pathway Programme - Gives three different levels of support to elite olympic performers - 1) World class poduim funding ( For likely medalists, based on olympic results, competitive record- Distrubuted for NGB'S) - 2) World Class development ( For performers who are about 6 years away from a medal) - 3) World Class talent (High gifted performers with world class talent selected by NGB's. Who are a max of 8 years away from a likely medal) World Class events programme - Supports the bidding for and staging of major sporting events. - The idea is to give sporting, social, cultural and economic benefits to the hos nation via hosting major sporting events. Sponsership and the media The roles of Media - To inform - About a match result, team analysis, performer behaviour - To educate - On global sporting issues, sports, skills, coaching techniques - To entertain - with live coverage of an event or information about private lives - To advertise - directly or indirectly through sponsership Positives of Media - Life long involvement has been increased - Myths and stereotypes have been crushed - Sport taken more seriously - Minority sports can be highlighted within media - Technology offers slow motion replays, freeze frames. - Positive role models - Balanced healthy lifestyle promoted - More money to sport- to encourage participation Negatives of Media - Minority groups arent always covered - Certain channels unavailable unless you pay - Increase win at all costs ethic - loss of enjoyment - Audience may suffer bordem - Reduces participation - due to armchair spectators - Myths and stereotypes can be reinforced - They do not always potray it in a good way The relationship between Sport, Sponsership and th - Golden triangle Sport and media (tv, internet, newspapers, radio) - Sports available 24/7 - Celebrities and role models created - Low profile sports get little media attention so little sponsership - The relationship increases the potential for match fixings and other examples of deviance Sport and Sponsership (funding of individuals, teams or events to raise company exposure and profit) - Sponsership increases popularity of sport - Money from sponsership can help inprove spectator provision - Powerful sports such as football have some control over their sponsers Sporsership and Media - When sports and covered by the media spondership increases (england netball) - 100% ME - the programme that promotes drug-free competitive sport throughout the UK by providing high quality information on anti-doping and promoting postive attitudes and values - The world Anti-doping Agency (WADA) Organisation that promotes the fight against doping in sports at international level Reasons for use - Physiological - To build muscles, increase energy, increase o2 transport, loose weight, reduce injury - Psychological - Steady nerves, increase aggression and motivation - Social - Pressure to win as this can earn them big money. Belief that everyone else is doing it. Performance-Enhancing Products (2) - Morality - can be addictive - can cause death -suppress growth - lead to liver and heart problems - depression - Legality - against the law - Role modelling - Gives a bad example to others, and gives a bad image to sport. - Stricter - more out of season testing - Stricter punishement and life bans - Educational programmes - More efficient effective testing programmes - Role models to reinforce no drugs Performance-Enhancing Products (3) The impact of performance of modern technological products - Increased safety - Increased comfort - Improved performance - eg ( shoes, clothing, medicine, materials, motion analysis, officiating, safety) Violence in Sport Possible causes of violence in players - Crowd behaviour - Weapons (sticks bats clubs) - Dissapiontment and frustration - Provacation (chanting abuse from crowds) - Nature of the game ( A contact game is likely to lead to aggresion - ice hockey) - Importance of result ( Team rivalry - position) - Emotional intensity (media hype) Possible solutions to the problem - Technology (video playbacks to assess unfair play) - More severe penalties (yellow, red cards) - Education (NGBS to reinforce fair play in performers - Greater number (more referees, umpires) Violence in Sport (2) Possible causes of crowd violence - Violence (copied from how players act) - Pre match hype ( by media) - Controversial decisions (by officials) - Chanting and abuse from rival fans - Peer pressure - The score of the result - Poor provsion ( poor policing or stewarding) - Racism or religion Solutions of Crowd Violence - Control of alcohol - Improvement of facilities - Promotion of sporting events as family entertainment - Use of CCTV - More severe punishments - seperation of fans The Olympic Games Backround in the 19th century - Baron Pierre de Coubertin (wealthy french man who wanted to educate young people and bring them together to increase international understanding) - He was impressed by the spirit of english public school and values of the games, He wanted simular character development for france. British Olympic Association - The principles of the game are: To contribute to building a peacful and better world by educating youth through sport. With a spirit of friendship, and fair play - The modern olympic was designed to link sport with culture and education The Olympic Games (2) Aims and Philosophy - To bring balance between body, mind and effort for the joy it can bring - Role modelling to educate and inspire others - Unity, friendship and respect for others - Stregthening of sport - Appreciation of physicall excellence - The 5 rings are to symbolise the coming together of the 5 world continents with the white backround representing peace. The internation Olympic Committee (IOC) - Was founded in paris 1894. - It is an internations non governmental, non profit organisation and recieves no public money. - It is funded by profits from marketing, and tv. - Members include: athletes, administrators, lawyers and journalists. - Their main responsibility is to supervise the organisation of the summer and winter games. Tries to ensure that commercialisation is well managed and controlled. - It makes decisions about future olympic games. - The IOC supports the running of each Olympic games by national olympic committees (NOCs) such as British olympic association (BOA) The Olympic Games (3) The Britsh Olympic Association (BOA) - Promotes the olympic games throughout the UK - Organises visits to the host cities before the games - Enters team GB to the games - Helps to select the team - Helps athletes and NGB's prepare to perform in the games - Manages team GB (organisation, transport, team wear) - Fund raises - Appoints offical sponsers for 2012 - Works on olympic bids - Organises olympic days in UK - Promotes good public relations The Olympic Games (4) Commercialisation of the Olympics - It used to be an amateur games however this provided problems for certain athletes in countries. - Some athletes were well funded however britsh athletes were still running for love and lagged behind. They had to commit more time and effort to training and therefore less time and effort into paid work - The first olympic games to be associated with Commercialisation was the LA games 1984. Previous games (canade) had lost millions through the hosting of the games. - In the 1984 games Peter uberroth charged huge sums of money for tv and radio rights, persauded private companes to build major facilities and invited sponsers to invest. This therefore created a huge global audience to make games attractive to sponsers. - Shop window effect could also be used - Appointed companies become part of the olympic partner (TOP) programme which is managed by the IOC. In return for investment they can use the olympics logo on their products . The Olympic Games (5) The olympic Games as a vehicle for nation building - Showcase a country and its politial system. (china used beijing olympics to show its economic rise and emerge as a world power) - With sporting success it is able to increase the popularity of a government (Mexico - the black power salute) The Olympic Games (6) - Potential increase in participation in sport among young people - Improved health and fitness - Improve feel-good factor - Improved road and rail networks - Income from increased tourism - Business profit - Increased funding and investment - World class facilities - A higher profile for sport - improved organisation of sport - Reduced crime - London promoted as a business area - increased employment - Arguements against: High council tax bills, few long term jobs, focus on elitism, soaring costs, Increased housing prices

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In this high school arts integration lesson, students are pairing the 5 elements found in slam poetry for creating rhythm with the elements of theatre to create a slam poetry performance. Watch the video below. Slam Poetry. The following lesson plan and lesson narrative show English teachers how they can incorporate the use of literacy strategies to support high school students to learn content and concepts related to the study of poetry. would get in the way, the kiddos from my dear Literary Mag, Gay Straight. The poetry-friendly school A poetry-rich school environment is the best way for children to develop their knowledge and appreciation. With your encouragement, today's middle school and high school readers will discover a treasure trove of ideas and a multitude of great books. Our club meets about once every two weeks during the fall and spring, and once per week in the winter as we prepare for LTAB competition, as well as the “Louder Than a Bomb” poetry slam and the Open Mic. Previous Experience. Slam poetry is an art form that allows written-page poets to share their work alongside theatrical performers, hip-hop artists and lyricists. The lesson is designed for one block period (80-90 minutes) or two traditional classes (50 minutes). Australian Poetry Slam. MOLINE — Local high school students attending a "GET LIT" poetry-reading the campus before an open mic poetry slam at Western Illinois University in Moline. Students will identify the main points of a speaker's message by listening to poems and recording main ideas or examples of lovely language. Performers will compete for a panel of guest judges and should have three or more poems ready for the competition. Holding Your Own Poetry Slam Objective To use the concept of a “poetry slam” to Allow students to become familiar with poetry, its different forms, and how it is written. If you’re staring at a blank page and the words aren’t flowing, the creative writing prompts for poems can be a great way to get started. Established in 1991 in a small warehouse in Eastern England, Young Writers has blossomed into a worldwide brand! Today, Young Writers is still a family-run business, but on a much bigger scale than its humble beginnings. View full size Anne Laufe/Special to The Oregonian Senior Josh Wright won this year's Madison Poetry Slam and will represent his school at the district-wide Verselandia on Wednesday, April 25. Recipient of Merit Award For Overall School Topper, GD Goenka Model Town, 2017-18 Merit Award For Humanities Stream Topper, 2017-18 Recipient of the Ms. The media landscape is. Exclusive articles about Poetry I wrote a haiku every day for a week — here’s what I learned Attention fellow word nerds: Daily haiku-ing fired up my creativity, sweetened my days, brought me closer to others, and more, says TED Ideas Editor Daryl Chen. Elementary School Poetry Slam. (PSi) is to promote the creation and performance of poetry that engages communities and provides a platform for voices to be heard beyond social, cultural, political, and economic barriers. Legendary in Boston’s slam poetry scene, Jack McCarthy became nationally known when he was among those filmed for the 1998 documentary “SlamNation. 10 featured poets will share their works during Poetry Slam: After Hours from 6 to 8 p. Is homework made to just torture us? Are teachers really human? What I would do if I weren't in school. WILMINGTON -- A student femme slam (student-only) poetry competition will be held at 7:30 p. She has also been asked to teach spoken word poetry classes in the evenings for a local arts organization. Our Poetry Slam can be a free-admission event or a fund-raiser or it can include a fundraiser like a bake sale. McAleese introduced her friends and fellow poets Ela Barton, poet, artist and Show Host who has formed an all age slam forum called Rain City Slam located on Capital Hill. The Poetry Slam is a poetry performance competition in which contestants either read or recite their original poetry to the audience. The program has been designed to give young high school students an opportunity to share their creativity through spoken word and song. For this contest, students who are sitting at the same. The event, held last month, packed over 250 students, parents and. Twelve students will go head. World-champion slam poet Harry Baker shares the heartache of forfeiting the path of medicine for a self-guided career in poetry and writing. You can't do that alone by yourself. 25 slam poems, use in poetry slam session or to give students ideas on how to structure their own writing Arts And Crafts Store Info: 4664151251 All About Freelance Writing 25 slam poems appropriate for middle school and high school that you can use in lessons TOMORROW. Teachers’ Toolkit: tips for running slam poetry sessions Using a theme Identity , the theme of the SLAMbassadors competition, is an enormous and generous theme which affords plenty of room for interpretation. Dissertation poetry slam queerere an essay to get into high school help me with my sample nursing school admission essays. So we’ve changed the name to, simply, “Ways to Celebrate” since we intend to add ideas each spring and don’t want to end up with “3,486. It describes practical, pragmatic, and procedural ideas for how to find your way to the "shore" with more frequency and structure. I started the Humble High School Poetry Slam troupe, and. 2 - Five Different Ideas for your Slam Poems 19 Social and Global Issues That Can Be Used For Slam Poetry Topics. Exceeding three minutes earns a time penalty. Her marriage to a wealthy businessman gave Wharton ample time to devote to writing such well-known novels as The House of Mirth, The Age of Innocence, and Ethan Frome. Slam poetry competitions are held throughout the world and offer cash prizes. I then add them to this area. Great birthday idea for you on this one too. Why not give your teachers and their handiwork some love, too? Highlighting academic spaces and endeavors can be a really cool way to add something different to your yearbook this year. It is regularly updated with painting, drawing, design, sculpture, video, architecture and fashion design competitions from around the world and focuses on those that offer significant prizes, fame or glory. ENGLISH 4 : MODULE 03 : LESSON 05 INTRO: POETRY SLAM Introduction Becoming the Poet You have. The Poetry Learning Lab from the Poetry Foundation. In the South Bay area, he has led youth spoken word workshops at Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana, Fremont High School, and The German International School of Silicon Valley. April 1, 2013 at 8:00 am Uptown Poetry Slam Green Mill Jazz Club 4802 N. Grading your students work will be easier with this rubric that has all the essential components such as: organization, elements of poetry writing, grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling. Kelli researches the fields of secondary school curriculum, teacher identity, digital literacy and children’s literature, presently focusing on the use of project based learning in secondary English. OXNARD — The Gender Equality Club at Rio Mesa High School will host the 2nd annual Poetry Slam in honor of International Women’s Day from 5-7 p. , University of Massachusetts Boston Directed by Professor Carol Smith Upon entering the Critical and Creative Thinking Program, I was unsure of my strengths. norcom high school, portsmouth – sat. You're loved for just being you. Tiny things are all around you!. It is reading everyday life as text. Great birthday idea for you on this one too. “I think they’re both versions of ‘ideas worth spreading,’” she said, citing the TED slogan. Captures a narrative in miniature with a creative structure. Thomas McInroy said. The winners of the Poetry Slam will have the opportunity to highlight their "Slam" during black history month and support charity week. High School Students + Fun Poetry Activities. Go to page 29. Each of the student contestants prepared two original poems to be performed in front of a live audience and judges. These included teaching gigs with various poetry organizations, particularly Young Chicago Authors (YCA), the group responsible for the city’s now hugely successful high-school poetry slam, Louder Than A Bomb. Annual Teen Poetry Slam. Desire to Inspire Scholarship Slam. Teaching slam poetry doesn't have to be boring! These 12 slam poetry ideas will help your middle school and high school students ROCK slam poetry. I've put together a list of sonically rich poems with strong narrative hooks—and a few performance tips that will point students in the high school and college classroom and beyond to the pleasures of reciting poetry. We will explore the parallels and expand the ideas of poetry and creative writing as it relates to the art form. The Tucson Youth Poetry Slam packed the house… AGAIN! Our October slam was on the 19th, and this month, we had some very special guests. Poetry Project Handouts. the same day. 9, you can see it every second Thursday of the month as its Poetry Slam and Open Mic enters its 10th season. Poetry 5000! Elisabeth Houston Some of you may write slam poems and others sonnets; regardless, I welcome anyone with a desire to play with language, tinker with imagery, and shape new sounds. I encourage you to use these ideas in your own regard and context. Grab the closest book. Her work has appeared in BuzzFeed, Narratively, The Huffington Post, The Jewish Daily Forward, Radius, Williams Magazine, and elsewhere. 2 - Five Different Ideas for your Slam Poems 19 Social and Global Issues That Can Be Used For Slam Poetry Topics. Last year we had nearly 35 poets share their work on stage! Events. Ever since then, I have devoured poetry: comedic, nostalgic, pensive, but especially romantic poetry. Not only is April National Card and Letter Writing Month, it's National Poetry Month too! In honor of the occasion, I've put together some poetry writing prompts for kids. Write down 10 words that catch your eye. Like all library events, the Poetry Slam is free. Spoken-Word Poets Bring Words to Life for Students in 2004 as a way to share the art of spoken-word poetry with students in her high school, the United Nations International School in New York. Poetry is a crucial part of our cultural inheritance. Mar 19, 2016. Free K-12 educational videos … organized. The poet will be the winner of the first All-City Poetry Slam, set to start March 10 and continue throughout the month at the Gary and Janice Podesto IMPACT Teen Center. Feb 21, 2019. TweetEnglish teacher Mr. Take a look at these packs and plans and encourage your students to appreciate the reading and writing of poetry – not only today, but in the coming weeks too. Poetry is feeling put into words! I have been a HUGE fan of poems since a fantastic teacher had us create a poetry portfolio during my Junior year of high school. The students loved it and the Ram Slam. Teachers’ Toolkit: tips for running slam poetry sessions Using a theme Identity , the theme of the SLAMbassadors competition, is an enormous and generous theme which affords plenty of room for interpretation. From chemistry to computer programming, arts to World War II, ThoughtCo. OUR MOUTHS ON PAPER: A CRITICAL LOOK AT THE EDUCATIONAL VALUE, SOCIAL IMPORTANCE, AND SELF- EXPLORATION STEMMING FROM SLAM POETRY August 2011 Candace McDuffie, B. BuzzFeed Home Sitemap© 2019 BuzzFeed, Inc. Because of particular systemic and social issues within the literary communities, it can be difficult for some kids to gain access to books they want to. The event, held last month, packed over 250 students, parents and. National Poetry Slam, Central District Forum for Arts & Ideas, Seattle Poetry Slam. At Cardinal Newman Catholic Secondary School, students have the opportunity to join a variety of school clubs and teams, including a slam poetry team. The pentad helps you do two things: generate material for poetry, and think about what makes poetry poetic. Posted 10/18/16 12:51 AM, 48 messages. Slam poetry is a little bit of an obsession of mine, and as a teacher that has taught grades ELA,. 25+ Slam Poems Appropriate for Middle School and High School –my most viewed post by far. Poetry: Since making the Australian Poetry Slam National Finals in 2013, Manal no longer competes in slams but has gone on to perform around the country including at The Sydney Opera House. Kelsey Calvin, a Milwaukee High School of the Arts sophomore, is among the poets who will be representing Wisconsin in the national competition, along with Brianna Ward, Jonnie Dixon, Caide Jackson, Alea McHatten and Mikey Murray. Ask the students what they know about slam poetry and if they have ever participated themselves. Directed by Marc Levin. How to Start a Poetry Club at your School. “We have seen overall growth in poets having a desire to express their ideas and thoughts about what is going on in the world and it affects them daily regardless of age. Team Englewood Comm Acad High School. As a high school senior, Verdell was called the heart of her Baltimore youth team’s inaugural 2016 victory in Brave New Voices, an international youth poetry competition, during a summer of high. Poetry Interpretation. ” “So we got some friends together and tried to recreate that. We can include music. Three minutes to raise your voice, tell your story. " Poetry's Long Reach. docx from ENGLISH 4 HON 12 at Florida Virtual High School. " The event was hosted. National Poetry Slam, Central District Forum for Arts & Ideas, Seattle Poetry Slam. or its territories. Bristol Riverside Theatre is pleased to announce the winners of their highly successful First-Ever By The River Poetry Slam. Slam poetry competitions are held throughout the world and offer cash prizes. Slam poetry began in Chicago in the 1980s, and now it's so widespread that even some high schools have slam poetry teams that compete with other schools. Students will begin a very exciting journey into the world of poems by learning the basic elements of poetry. This group of Slam Poets just started working together as high school students in 2012 and ended their year as state champions. I encourage you to check out some of the Hotlinks for more resources and ideas on how to explore poetry writing with your students. The question is what does middle school students have to say regarding Obamacare? Well, one can be tasked to come up with a research paper for middle school regarding this issue but what will actually make a difference at the end of the day is whether you have a good understanding of it or not. " George Yamazawa, better known simply as G, stands in the middle of an auditorium at UNC-Greensboro, his hair in a bun, his bushy goatee puffing out. Each participating poet reads her poems in front of the crowd and is scored on a scale of one to ten by five judges picked at random from the crowd at the beginning of the competition. See who gets crowned the state's high-school champion of poetry recitation. Teaching slam poetry doesn't have to be boring! These 12 slam poetry ideas will help your middle school and high school students ROCK slam poetry. The poems can be original or people can read their favorite poems by others. Check it out for more ideas or put a link on your class website to let kids explore. The poetry contest coincides with an open house at the mansion from 2 p. If you think poetry. The presenter’s goal is to ensure that ALL students fully understand the meaning of the poem; yet remember that you are TEACHING, not just TELLING the class what the poem means. Take a look at these packs and plans and encourage your students to appreciate the reading and writing of poetry – not only today, but in the coming weeks too. The Poetry Out Loud finals featured Victoria’s finest high school slam poets. Slam Poetry is a fairly contemporary use of verbal poetry. In 1990, the first National Poetry Slam took place in Fort Mason, San Francisco, involving a team from Chicago, a team from San Francisco, and an individual poet from New York . It is liberation from labels. The course includes lesson plan outlines, class activities and. Over the years I have come up with some poetry experiences that students actually enjoy - so much, in fact, that they willingly read and seek to understand poems without ever dreading the "poetry unit. Tens of thousands of excellent, educational videos in a huge, intuitive directory. The students loved it and the Ram Slam. That floats on high o’er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Roar by Katy Perry. Attend a poetry reading or slam poetry event. If you want ideas for how to use them, check out my introduction to slam poetry lesson plan here. Writing poetry doesn't have to be painful, especially for kids whose creative spirits love to be unleashed! Nevertheless, poetry prompts are a boon for those writers staring at a blank page and wondering where to begin. Some of our favorite poets are: Shel Silverstein and Jack Prelutsky. [Update: This post used to list 50 poetic forms for poets, but I’ve updated it with 100 poetic forms for poets. It helps when you're with people, it's an art form that happens in a moment. In 2015, Manal released her first book of poetry called ‘Reap’. Though I didn't read anything, I quit my full-time job in. For the final project, students work together in small groups to plan and execute a class on materials of their choosing. Words will be flying when several dozen high school students from across southwestern B. It is treating revision as sharpening blades. The Los Angeles Dodgers surprised students at Saugus High School and first responders in Santa Clarita Friday as part of the team’s Dodgers Love L. The School will officially open at 6:30am. The event, held last month, packed over 250 students, parents and. The Eighth-Grade Poetry Slam is a farewell of sorts, a massive event near the tail end of middle school, before classmates part ways for high school, said Kriss Ibis, a language arts teacher at. WHAT IS POETRY - FIGURES OF SPEECH (scroll down to the box for Figures of Speech--this was the most concise list I could find with the most important poetic devices). Students love to listen to their own music and if they see that it is really poetry, they will be more interested and receptive to a poetry unit. Blair will host its second annual Poetry Slam during Blair Fair on April 20 at 7 p. Slam poetry is a mixture between poetry and theatre. " George Yamazawa, better known simply as G, stands in the middle of an auditorium at UNC-Greensboro, his hair in a bun, his bushy goatee puffing out. Nevins taughthumanities at Rio Rancho High School from September 2001 to May 2003. The Los Angeles Dodgers surprised students at Saugus High School and first responders in Santa Clarita Friday as part of the team’s Dodgers Love L. Jamie Harrison is a high school English and Social Studies teacher in Brandon, Manitoba. Australian Poetry Slam heat for high school students: 4pm Sign up at 3:30pm to perform in the high school heat of the Australian Poetry Slam. Great overall resource about the basics. Slam is a type of poetry that is performed. I had no time to compete my dissertation, but my friend recommended this website. In this high school arts integration lesson, students are pairing the 5 elements found in slam poetry for creating rhythm with the elements of theatre to create a slam poetry performance. Las Vegas poetry slam team competing in battle of ideas, emotions July 8, 2016. Celebrating Community with Art and Poetry (High School Version) Standards Media Handouts. We are committed to eliminating inequities in schooling and creating learning opportunities for diverse learners using the power of knowledge and the promise of education. Possible topics that may be heard at a slam include racism, sexuality, gender orientation, feminism, mental illness, or any combination of these or other important issues. ONE POETIC VOICE bridges the Language Barrier welcoming to Chicago the Ligue de Slam France and Slam Team UPPERCUT. Here are the four poems that engaged my students, no matter what their comfort level with the form: 1. Is homework made to just torture us? Are teachers really human? What I would do if I weren’t in school. Group of Nicholas Senn High School poets among few all-female teams to reach final round of local slam poetry competition. Background Resources. In 2015, Manal released her first book of poetry called ‘Reap’. Teaching slam poetry to middle school and high school students can be fun and engaging for students and teachers alike! Here are 12 teaching ideas for the complete slam poetry experience from my classroom to yours! Slam poetry activities and slam poetry writing. Grab the closest book. I don't have any advice about starting a club, but there is a week-long poetry slam summer camp for high school students in Minnesota at Gustavus Adolphus College that might help you come up with some ideas if you could go (or even just from perusing their website and the topics that they cover at the camp). "The slam is empowering," says Sallach, who walked into one of Smith's first poetry slams in 1986. We can include music. High Point, NC 27262 United States + Google Map Spoken Word Poetry has a strong connection to Hip Hop and how it can build a community with sound and voice. It helps when you're with people, it's an art form that happens in a moment. This resource contains everything you need to turn your class into a set of performance poets. I have selected the poems you will find here with high school students in mind. Fairfield High School. Legendary in Boston’s slam poetry scene, Jack McCarthy became nationally known when he was among those filmed for the 1998 documentary “SlamNation. So if your 12 year olds slam the door in your face, make sure they have a book of poetry on the bed to read while they stew about how unfair life is!. After Hours events are for adults and high school students. More than 20 poetry lesson plans help teachers develop "well-versed" students. Anderson’s lips unconsciously curled into a smile as she recalled the days when she would “sneak Maya’s poetry books into her room and read them through the night. Here's what they had to say about the best poems for middle school and high school students. Arts And Crafts Light Fixture Info: 4648026074 POETRY SLAM: Get the strategies and tips you need to host a poetry slam in your middle or high school ELA classroom. An all-new Poetry. " Administrators say the fact that the slam has thrived for 15 years is a tribute to the school's teachers and students. Lincoln Middle School performs at 2016 Poetry Slam! DC SCORES. php:11) in /home/content/39/10974439/html. How to Start a Poetry Club at your School. Alphabet Poetry - This format uses the letters of the alphabet in order. Augustine’s College in Raleigh, was the event’s master of ceremonies, which featured a competition among Church da Poet, Sumthyng Like a Poet and …. Inspired by the middle -grade debut… HOPE IS A FERRIS WHEEL. " And for Pendergrass, slam poetry and TED talks go hand in hand. The slap of the boards resonate Boom, Bomb, Boom! Ten bodies perspirate Shush, hush. Much old bush poetry circulated orally and its authors are now unknown’. The prompts and ideas on this website intentionally open-ended. While he won't help the world by becoming. Designed for teachers, students, parents, homeschoolers, educators … and all life-long learners!. Closed for 2019. " - KS2 student from Beatrix Potter Primary School, October 2019. / 50 Amazing Award Certificate Templates Awards are a great way to encourage good behavior, set industry standards, and recognize excellent work in a variety of fields. Besides poetry, Thuthukani finds himself being a social activist, Marketing and Branding manager for TEDxUFS , and a Marketing Intern at Vrystaat Kunstefees (Free State Arts Festival). Now I think poetry is exciting! You can structure a poem in many different ways and I like that! You can put word patterns, rhymes, repetition, onomatopoeia, similes and metaphors. Poetry is characterized by writing that conveys ideas, experiences, and emotions through language and expression. Poetry Project Handouts. Power Poetry is pleased to announce My Year in Poetry Scholarship Slam to a current or former high school student younger than 26 years old, who will attend or is attending college within the U. Find at your fingertips ethnic selections, fiction and nonfiction reading comprehension highlighting poetry and famous poets, fun read and color books and a complete high school poetry review unit. The poems can be original or people can read their favorite poems by others. Dylan fans (this one included) compete in poetry slam with his lyrics on Thursday night Written by: Bob Keyes This July 22, 2012, file photo shows U. That's "slamming" in the poetry sense -- writers performing works in competition, before panels of judges. march 23 rd, 12-5pm semi final slam governor’s school for the arts black box theater, norfolk – fri. How to Start a Poetry Club at your School. At Cardinal Newman Catholic Secondary School, students have the opportunity to join a variety of school clubs and teams, including a slam poetry team. These Middle School Junior High Poetry Printable Worksheets are great for any classroom. The Poetry Center, John Timpane and Maureen Watts. High School. In the South Bay area, he has led youth spoken word workshops at Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana, Fremont High School, and The German International School of Silicon Valley. With your encouragement, today's middle school and high school readers will discover a treasure trove of ideas and a multitude of great books. Students are encouraged to write their poems based on the topic "AFRICAN AMERICANS AND THE VOTE. To create standards for national competition, the National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA) has defined a number of main events, described below. Matilde Wiese is a Law/Arts graduate currently completing her Honours in English at the University of Adelaide. Participants at the monthly Spoken Views Collective poetry event took a round of open-mic performances before launching into a three-round poetic competition judged by audience members. Augustine’s College in Raleigh, was the event’s master of ceremonies, which featured a competition among Church da Poet, Sumthyng Like a Poet and …. Make sure to publicize the event ahead of time to friends, family, neighbors and school staff. Below the activities list are links to related resources. NORTH BERWICK, Maine — A Noble High School teaching intern says she was barred from the school Tuesday after hosting an in-class poetry slam contest where profanity was used. The 180 poems selected by former Poet Laureate Billy Collins offer a reading for every day of the school year. Besides poetry, Thuthukani finds himself being a social activist, Marketing and Branding manager for TEDxUFS , and a Marketing Intern at Vrystaat Kunstefees (Free State Arts Festival). Poetry 180 Visit this Library of Congress site to make poetry an active part of your students' daily lives. A slam poetry reading. Taroona High School, 2018. She is an attorney and holds a Masters of Education from the University of Washington as of March 2016 where she studied racial disproportionality and disparate impact in school exclusion. A network of after-school programs draws teens into the world of spoken-word and slam poetry. A slam poetry reading. The slam is not excluded to members only, anyone can come and perform, not only poetry but even original songs as well. The use of slam poetry in a middle school Language Arts class can truly make poetry come alive for your students. The poetry contest coincides with an open house at the mansion from 2 p. Tomorrow (Monday 29 th of November) I’m back at Alexandra High school for the second year running holding a slam workshop all day with the year 9’s. High school poetry suffers from an image problem. I then add them to this area. Slam Poetry Formats. Poetry scholarship is one of the best ways to get into poetry learning schools. Roar by Katy Perry. Having been fortunate enough to have had a teacher who believed strongly in interacting with history – in facing history as a way of learning about ourselves – she strives to carry that same enthusiasm forward in her own teaching. "[Slam] is important because what people have to say needs to be heard," Gagliardi said. This group of Slam Poets just started working together as high school students in 2012 and ended their year as state champions. Best Poetry Events In Chicago. FTMP Events Presents: Poetry Slam for Saving LGBTQ Lives. Prince Technical High School has a wide range of options including everything from student council and National Honor Society to poetry and hiking club. Introduction. In these videos, teaching artist and two-time U. The following lesson plan and lesson narrative show English teachers how they can incorporate the use of literacy strategies to support high school students to learn content and concepts related to the study of poetry. It is great to read ideas from other teachers and maybe then use part of their idea or modify an idea to meet your needs. The poet uses the sense of sight to create a host of golden daffodils beside the lake. Join in some theatre and writing games to spark your imagination. Last Friday, our students came together to participate in our annual school-wide poetry slam. As the director of London Poetry Slam, and a two-time champion herself, Holly Painter knows a lot about the strength it takes to share one’s inner most thoughts and feelings with an audience. Warning: Cannot modify header information - headers already sent by (output started at /home/content/39/10974439/html/index. Wordsmith is a community based organisation delivering performance poetry projects to school, youth providers and arts organisations. The Poetry Learning Lab is a great source of knowledge, including a glossary of poetry terms, links to public domain poems, and inspiring essays on poetry from writers and educators. He joined Youth Are Awesome because of his passion for writing and love of sharing his ideas. G Yamazawa: "Hip-hop has always spoken to me. While he won't help the world by becoming. When Riverside High School teacher Sheila Messick moved here from Chicago, where poetry slams originated, she introduced the concept to her English classes. The poems can be original or people can read their favorite poems by others. Blair will host its second annual Poetry Slam during Blair Fair on April 20 at 7 p. Poetry is a crucial part of our cultural inheritance. Dodgers Surprise Saugus High School Students, Here Are Some Great Food IdeasEvelyn Cardoza with El Torito stops by the KCAL9 studio with some ideas for your Slam Poetry Champ Nominated for. ” A consummate storyteller whose métier. How to Lead a Student Poetry Club by Robin Herrera, author– Page 8. Tori won third place in the adult category last November at the annual Western Colorado Writers Forum Poetry Slam competition at Colorado Mesa University. They will experience and learn these elements by reading various poems, listening to music lyrics, and ultimately creating their own poetry for a classroom poetry slam. Our feature poet, Maya Asher, led a workshop for over 20 youths that combined poetry with storytelling. These resources are also useful for the teaching and learning of English. Through participation in the Slam Poetry program, students will:. Chicago's own Marc Kelly Smith is often credited with creating slam poetry. Welcome to the 15th year of New Hampshire's Poetry Out Loud competition, which celebrates the diverse voices of our high school students. The messages and ideas conveyed in individuals' poems do not necesarily represent the views or opinions of Bankstown Poetry Slam or its supporters. Do you want to make poetry so fun and engaging that your students will ask for more? Here are some simple activities to get you started. The use of slam poetry in a middle school Language Arts class can truly make poetry come alive for your students. Students won't soon forget this poem, both for the story and the sensory details. March 10 in the school’s cafeteria at 545. Although I worried that final projects, prom, graduation, finals, etc. "So, using the literary devices that they know, kids sculpt and mold these works of art. body and fears, you might. The slap of the boards resonate Boom, Bomb, Boom! Ten bodies perspirate Shush, hush. of "ideas," an. Slam Poetry. The poem should be presented in an informative and engaging manner. The spoken word is very important at Payson Junior High:Poetry is an ancient art form that our school thinks should be heard as well as read. Made up of high school students, adults out of college and everywhere in between, the group takes pride in its inclusive atmosphere. Constance Hale, author of Sin and Syntax: How to Craft Wickedly Effective Prose, recommends: “Design” by Robert Frost. _____ Slam some poetry: students might leave poems. How fun is this! Creating your own poetry slam would be the perfect way to end your poetry unit and let your students show off their creations. ever national level poetry slam competition to be held in September 2016. Dasan Ahanu, a writer, performer and professor at St. Students are encouraged to write their poems based on the topic "AFRICAN AMERICANS AND THE VOTE. Posted 10/18/16 12:51 AM, 48 messages. Naturally, some students take to slamming more eagerly than others. "They Flee from Me" by Sir Thomas Wyatt What can attitude tell us?. The Academy of American Poets presents poetry lesson plans, most of which align with Common Core State Standards, and all of which have been reviewed by our Educator in Residence with an eye toward developing skills of perception and imagination. Much old bush poetry circulated orally and its authors are now unknown’. Make magnetic poems, host a poetry slam, browse a children's poetry anthology, and more! High School Writing. Tickets are $12. OXNARD — The Gender Equality Club at Rio Mesa High School will host the 2nd annual Poetry Slam in honor of International Women’s Day from 5-7 p. Inspiration is what excites us, motivates us, and pushes us to create new ideas. Taroona High School, 2018. Source: The Primary Peach. It is reading everyday life as text. I am pleased to announce that Marshfield High School has just completed the Advanced Ed 5 year accreditation process with flying colors. Slam tells the story of Ray Joshua, an original, gifted young MC trapped in a war-zone housing project known as Dodge City. We can include music. 22 Ways to Teach and Learn About Poetry With The New York Times Using Social Media to Inspire Concise Writing has even more poetry ideas. The next board meeting is on February 12th at 7:00 AM. 21 at Kathie's. - Conceptualized and organized an offline promotional event “Slam Jam” that uniquely blended spoken word poetry & live acoustic music, garnering brand connection, product awareness and appreciation. in the Berlin High School auditorium. Slam Ulit will compete in the National Poetry Slam in Georgia Aug. The English department will welcome back poet Carol Peck, of the Maryland State Arts Council, to conduct poetry workshops for students prior to the competition. "[Slam] is important because what people have to say needs to be heard," Gagliardi said. Grading your students work will be easier with this rubric that has all the essential components such as: organization, elements of poetry writing, grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling. Found Poetry. Designed for teachers, students, parents, homeschoolers, educators … and all life-long learners!. Help students become more self-assured when speaking before others. Deer Hit by Jon Loomis. I don't have any advice about starting a club, but there is a week-long poetry slam summer camp for high school students in Minnesota at Gustavus Adolphus College that might help you come up with some ideas if you could go (or even just from perusing their website and the topics that they cover at the camp). Toronto Poetry Slam Semifinals #2 featuring KazMega from Edmonton - Jan 26 January 26, 2020 - 8:00pm The Drake Hotel - 1150 Queen Street West.

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Children’s literature is a powerful genre. Everybody has a favourite childhood book that has influenced them. My favourite was Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss. Often we want our own children or the children that we teach to enjoy the same book. No other category of literature is so loaded with social, cultural, historical, ideological, educational and commercial power. This makes it an interesting subject for literary criticism and I think it is important for teachers to critically appraise the books that are used in the classroom. A significant aspect of children’s literature is that it is written by adults. Children are characters in the book but whose childhood does the book represent? Is it a real childhood or a theoretical one? When one group constructs another, then power becomes an issue. For much of children’s literature, the actual child is voiceless. Adults tell the stories and adults profit financially from book sales. Cyber spaces are becoming areas where children can have a voice in their own storytelling and I will be exploring this notion further in subsequent posts. In diverse plural societies in a globalized world, the need for multicultural literature and the examination of cross-cultural responses has become more important. Cultural authenticity is key. As children’s literature is so full of direct and indirect meaning, it’s essential that teachers critically analyze the books that we introduce into our classrooms. A critical analysis of a children’s classic Below is a full critical analysis that I made of the children’s book Tikki Tikki Tembo by Arlene Mosel. It is a favourite in school libraries and often categorized as multicultural literature. In this interpretative essay, I uncovered the truth about this book, discovering that it is far from an authentic multicultural piece of children’s literature… An analysis of the text Tikki Tikki Tembo by Arlene Mosel reveals a depth of meaning to the picture book. Tikki Tikki Tembo has been a durable text in English speaking educational environments for 40 years. It is a populist book and a text used by primary school teachers alike. Different readings and interpretations occur in light of significant theories, which focus on different aspects of the text- race, gender and class. The Foucauldian idea that power is available everywhere but depends on the discourse can be used when analyzing children’s literature. No interpretation is more meaningful yet the exploration of the postcolonial viewpoint, encompassing critical race theory and notions of a western constructed orient are particularly suited to Tikki Tikki Tembo. Ultimately how the text is read influences how children are placed in society. It is from a formalist and structural perspective that most educators would support a use of the text in classrooms. The picture book has conventional, effective patterns in the narrative and illustrations that children find enjoyable. That is not to say that the meaning is not worth studying as in a traditional formalist view (Ryan 2007) but the meaning has been diminished by criticisms of authenticity over time. The use of rhythmic alliteration “Tikki Tikki Tembo” and repetition, for example “step, step over step” and “pumped the water out of him and pushed the air into him and pumped the water out of him and pushed the air into him”, encourages students to join in with the reading. In fact, given the effective structure and audible literary features, the text is best read aloud making it useful in the ESL primary classroom. The uses of illustrations in the picture book, from a formalist perspective reflect the text congruently (Sipe 1998) and aesthetically defining characters and the setting. The signs in the illustrations follow a structural framework, with recognizable symbols of everyday life- house, water, man, mother, children. When viewing Tikki Tikki Tembo through the lens of historical knowledge, it is important to critically examine the constructed nature of the past (Jenkins 1991). Children’s literature and history are interconnected, both informing each other (Watkins 2005). History is a discourse that interprets the past, influenced by theory and power (Jenkins 1991). The historical context of a text is not a static fact, as history is not “closed” (Giroux 1991 p508). Therefore, when viewing a literary text historically, the context of the book is fluid. The purpose for the text and its values ( Sarland 1999) can be seen in different historical light depending on the view of past truth- for example as a push for multicultural awareness in a 1968 counter culture or a continuum of western obsession for controlling China. Tikki Tikki Tembo was published in 1968 in New York. From a liberal socio-historical perspective, it is part of a post World War Two American cultural interest in China and Asia in general, as United States foreign policy increasingly saw Asia as strategically important in the Cold War (Klein 2003). China was a closed Communist nation in the throws of The Cultural Revolution and the cult of Mao (Meisner 1999). Tikki Tikki Tembo satisfies the western curiosity and symbolic consumption of Asia (Klein 2003), whilst presenting a simpler and more understandable vision of China than the confusing political reality. The text, Tikki Tikki Tembo, published in the twentieth century postcolonial period harks back to a pre-colonial time. The British and French Empires from the 19th Century had fought over China for colonial rights. Bradford (2001) argues that all books written in the twentieth century were produced in the “pattern of imperial culture” (p 196). This text is therefore receptive to a postcolonial reading. Arlene Mosel wrote the book within the context of a postcolonial China, (excepting the continued colonial annex of Hong Kong in 1968) and evokes a simpler, peaceful time as evident in the illustrations. The restricted palette of the graphics to basic earthy hues of brown, blue and green emphasize simplicity. There is not just an element of “historical amnesia” (Gandhi 1998 p 7) in reminiscing of early pre-colonial times but a lack of historical accuracy from a postcolonial perspective in the text as a whole. When viewed through the critical race theory with a post-colonial perspective, Tikki Tikki Tembo could be accused of implying western superiority. As young children make generalizations about cultures (Ramsey 2009), the text could imply that Chinese people are unhappy and cold. In the text, the Chinese mother is portrayed as emotionally hardened, neglecting her second son. She is inhuman and mysterious, fulfilling a stereotype of Asians as inscrutable (Cai 1994). The adults are generally unhappy and the children enjoy a carefree life in a natural Arcadian pre-industrial environment, portrayed in active scenes, flying kites and dancing. They look like generic primitive Asian stereotypes, though not specifically Chinese. This is expressed through the naïve folk illustrations. The naivety of the depictions, especially in the unrealistic illustrations of moving bodies reinforces the primitive, simple tone. The physical stereotype is seen most prominently in the depiction of the Old Man with his long beard. Tikki Tikki Tembo is an example of cultural misrepresentation as the story is not Chinese (Kromann-Kelly & Changlu 1986). There was never a custom to give children long names and the name Tikki Tikki Tembo-no sa rembo-chari bari ruche-pip peri pembo “does not sound Chinese, ancient or modern” (Cai 1994 p 185). Translated stories have often used different character names to suit the target language and culture (Lathey 2010) yet in Tikki Tikki Tembo there is a lack of linguistic authenticity. The costumes in the illustrations are more Japanese, for example the children wear clogs and the curved roofs of Japanese architecture present in pictures of the buildings (Cai 1994). The western ‘retelling’ of a traditional Chinese folktale is misleading. The western author of Tikki Tikki Tembo, Mosel speaks for the Chinese ‘tradition’, because “According to Europeans, Europeans must describe and analyze the Orient because Orientals are not capable of describing or analyzing themselves” (Nodelman 1994 p 29). Gandhi (1998) states that sociolinguistic theory demonstrates how “discourses, or discursive formations” (p 77) are about power and by Mosel speaking for the Chinese immediately infers superiority. The authoritative tone of the narrator shows this; “ Once upon a time, a long, long time ago, it was the custom…” reinforcing that the author knows the truth. Mosel (1968) crosses a ‘fence’ (Naidoo 2010) between cultures but speaks for the other side and highlights the politics of children’s literature, “Who has the power to make the fence, alter the fence? Who is in, who is out? Who has the power of speech? Who is silenced out?” (p 76). The craft of taking a (supposedly) old tale from one culture and adapting it for another leads to inevitable “Cultural filtering” (Mo & Shen 1997). As Lathey (2010) states, interpreting foreign stories inevitably changes the values and content of the text to appeal to the culture of the child reader. Hearne (1993) questions whether “only members of an ethnic group truly represent the lore of that group?” (p34). Child readers of Tikki Tikki Tembo without any teacher led critical multicultural interpretation will accept the story as truth and will in some way influence perceptions of Chinese people. The text requires engagement with Giroux’s ‘pedagogy of difference’ (1991) and a critical analysis from a multicultural viewpoint, encouraging students “to examine the social construction of difference” (Botelho & Rudman 2009 p 17). Mosel’s text is an example of western obsession with the mystical east. It has been a trend in art and literature “a combination of admiration and appropriation” (Nikolajeva 2009 p 89) to feed western imaginations of a truly foreign place. Said further states that the creation of Orientalism was not purely a trend but a mindset that justified colonialism (Said 1979). The characters in Tikki Tikki Tembo are clearly in a far away place though not specifically anywhere, especially reinforced by the confused but generic Asian illustrations that are part Japanese, part Chinese. Indeed, the location for the book is “unmappable” (Spooner 2004). The geography of the mountainous landscape emphasizes their remoteness, “in a small mountain village” (Mosel 1968 p1). The remoteness of the geographical setting and the nondescript “long, long time ago” (Mosel 1968 p 1) intensifies the ‘othering’ of the Oriental characters, “detached in time as well as in space” (Nikolajeva 2009 p 91). Nodelman (1994) connects the construction of ‘the child’ in children’s literature with the European construction of ‘orientals’. It is the creation of ‘the other’, a notion that there are “opposite” (p29) people, unlike those in control of narratives and ultimately “not quite human” (p29). The idea of the mystical east, present in the western creation of the orient is evident in the reference to “evil spirits”. In addition, the depiction of the Old Man’s dream expresses this notion with the swirling patterns, bleeding ink stains and pictures of imperial buildings. The femininity of the orient (Nodelman 1992) is seen in the vision of the young woman in the Old Man’s dream. Nodelman (1994) highlights this ‘feminization’ of the Orient, from a power relationship between east and west, “For Europeans for whom the orient is subject to the gaze, it is therefore, metaphorically, female- and that allows Europe to represent itself and its own authority as male” (p30). Mosel chooses language which makes the Chinese characters caricatures. There is a repetition of the word “honored” or “honorable”, which does not demonstrate the Chinese contextual meaning but becomes a meaningless stereotype of how Chinese people speak. It is almost as if Mosel had written it to be read with a Chinese accent, for example avoiding the more fluent present continuous tense “The water roars”. Stereotypical Asian references are used in the oriental words “Blossom”, “fish”, “rice cakes”, “Precious Pearl”. The text lends itself to a feminist reading. The narrative creates a frame to express the oppression of the only female character, the single mother trapped in a traditional patriarchal society. She is pictured constantly in the domestic sphere at the home, unhappily performing domestic duties and is seen washing in four pictures. She is not given the nurturing characteristics of a mother. Rather she is portrayed as emotionally distant especially from her second son. As language constructs gender (Sunderland 2010), the female is represented through the language used to describe her and the words that she uses (Sunderland, J. 2012). An examination of the words used for the female character create Mosel’s notion of femininity. The mother does not possess essentialist female traits of soft nurturing motherhood. She called her child “Chang, which meant “little or nothing”. (Mosel 1968 ) demonstrating her detachment from her traditional female duty as mother. The negative words that the mother says to her sons further illustrate tension between the genders in the text e.g. “That Troublesome boy”, “Tiresome Child, what are you trying to say?”, “Unfortunate Son, surely the evil spirits have bewitched your tongue.” The fantasy woman that occurs in the Old Man’s dream represents the male creation of traditional femininity. With a psychoanalytical approach, the Old Man through age, is given decreased masculinity by the author, resulting in his need to control the woman in his dream. The fantasy woman is one that the Old Man can concoct and dominate in his dreams. She embodies traditional notions of feminine beauty with her long flowing hair and silky gown. The Old Man resists leaving his fantasy woman, “Miserable child, you disturb my dream… If I close my eyes perhaps I will again return”. The psychoanalytical perspective of the picture book focuses on the Old Man’s dream as according to Freud dreams contain the unconscious material that drives conscious thought (Ryan 2007). The Old Man regresses to his childhood in his dreams “I had floated into a purple mist and found my youth again”. The woman in the Old Man’s dreams is his mother. According to Freud and psychoanalytical theory, “full separation from the care-giver is made possible when the child acquires the ability to make mental images or representations of tits initial care-giving object” (Ryan 2007 p97) thus showing the man’s detachment and sense of self. The Marxist perspective is influenced by the historical context of the text and it’s connection with the class struggle “literature is a product of the popular historical and social formations that prevail at the time of its production” (Sarland 1999 p41). In a Marxist interpretation, Tikki Tikki Tempo is set in an emerging capitalist period. According to Marx, an existing capitalist society is essential before a socialist revolution can occur (Gandhi 1998). The Mother represents the bourgeoisie in this economic system. She uses the old well, a symbol for the means of production that are owned by the ruling class. The class struggle occurs between the Old Man, the exploited working class and the bourgeois Mother and her sons. The old man is expected to rescue the bourgeois children from the well, one that has the ostentatious name “Tikki Tikki Tembo-no sa rembo-chari bari ruche-pip peri pembo, which meant “the most wonderful thing in the whole wide world!” (Mosel 1968). The bourgeois family forces the Old Man to be available with the life-saving ladder each time the children dangerously play near the well. The use of irony in “your mother’s ‘Precious Pearl’ has fallen into the well” is the climax of class tension. Whilst the woman lives in a house in a community of other similar houses, the Old Man is depicted apart from the mainstream community, alone on a hill, under a tree. He is surrounded by nature and portrayed as an extension of the natural world. When the mother and the son summon him, disrespectful language is used in comparison to the “Most Honorable” title given to the mother. This is especially significant for a culture so rooted in filial piety and respect for age ,“Run and get the Old Man With The ladder” and “Come right away”. From a liberal humanist perspective, Tikki Tikki Tembo celebrates the feudal values of a pre-industrial rural life and the common human values of love for family and communal spirit. The idyllic landscape is an “escapist response” (Sarland 1999 p39) to the changing developed world in 1968. The Old Man helps the boys out of the well celebrating the communal spirit of a society before the evils of mechanization and urbanization. The old well represents modernity and danger. The kite, an image of a butterfly tied to earth, represents humanity and the children’s happiness. In the first picture the kite is flying in the sky, yet in the second and third pictures the kite is caught on the frame of the well and gradually falling to the ground- illustrating the affect the well is having on human happiness. The kite is seen triumphantly flying high in the sky on the last page. Interpreting the book through different perspectives highlights the different theoretical perceptions and constructed notions of the child. Rudd (1999) considers the notion of the child as central to the purpose and meaning of a text. The child characters in the book are crucial to the action of the text. They both fall down the well, creating the main source of conflict in the Marxist and feminist interpretations. Yet the children, in their action, can be perceived as vulnerable beings and therefore lacking power reflecting social hierarchy. The fact that the Mother cannot hear her sons reinforces their voiceless state, “I can not hear you”, “what are you trying to say?”. Tikki Tikki Tembo is a picture book that has received much criticism for it’s lack of cultural authenticity but endures as a text used by teachers. The various interpretations of the book through the lenses of history, structuralism, post colonialism, feminism, Marxism, psychoanalytical and liberal humanism show that the text has a wealth of ideological meaning that is imparted to children. The text does not occur in a socio-political vacuum and is infused with ideology depending on how it is read. Ultimately, literary criticism of children’s literature is an adult domain, excluding the intended readers from the discourse. Botelho, M. & Rudman, M (2009). Critical Multicultural Analysis of Children’s Literature: Mirrors, Windows, and Doors. New York: Routledge. Bradford, C. (2001). The End of Empire? Colonial and postcolonial journeys in children’s books. Children’s Literature, 29 196-218 Cai, M. (1994). Images of Chinese and Chinese Americans mirrored in picture books. Children’s Literature in Education, 25 (3) 169-191 Gandhi, L. (1998). Postcolonial Theory A Critical Introduction. Sydney: Allen & Unwin. Giroux, H. (1991). Democracy and the Discourse of Cultural Difference: Towards a Politics of Border Pedagogy. British Journal of Sociology of Education 12 (4) 501-519 Hearne, B. (1993). Respect the source: reducing cultural chaos in picture books part two. School Library Journal, 8, 33-37. Jenkins, K. (1991). Re-Thinking History. London: Routledge Klein, C. (2003). Cold War Orientalism: Asia in the Middlebrow Imagination 1945-1961. Berkeley: University of California Press. Kromann-Kelly, I. & Changlu, L. (1986). Chinese Folktales Published in the United States. The Reading Teacher 40 (2) 225-229 Lathey, G. (2010). The Role of Translators in Children’s Literature: Invisible Storytellers. New York: Routledge. Meisner, M. (1999). Mao’s China and After: A History of the People’s Republic. New York: The Free Press. Mo, W. & Shen, W. (1997). Re examining the issue of authenticity in picture books. Children’s Literature in Education, 28 (2) 85-93 Mosel, A. (1968). Tikki Tikki Tembo. New York: Henry Holt and Company. Naidoo, B. (2010). ‘Ghosts have a way of rising: writing the past, the present and crossing the fence’ in Plastow, J. & Hillel, M. (eds.) The Sands of Time: Children’s Literature: Culture, Politics and Identity. Hatfield: University of Hertfordshire Press. Nikolajeva, M. (2009) Power, Voice and Subjectivity in Literature for Young Readers. New York: Routledge. Nodelman, P. (1994). The Other: Orientalism, Colonialism, and Children’s Literature. Children’s Literature Association Quarterly, 17 (1) 29-35 Ramsey, P. (2009). ‘Multicultural education for young children’ in Banks, J. (ed.) The Routledge International Companion to Multicultural Education. New York: Routledge. 223-235 Rudd, D. (1999). Theorising and Theories: How does children’s literature exist? in Hunt, P. (ed.) Understanding Children’s Literature 2nd Edition. New York: Routledge. 15- 29 Ryan, M. (2007). Literary Theory: A Practical Introduction. Malden: Blackwell Publishing. Said, E. Orientalism. New York: Vintage Books. Sarland, C. (1999). Critical tradition and ideological positioning in Hunt, P (ed.) Understanding Children’s Literature 2nd Edition. New York: Routledge. 30-49 Sipe, L. (1998). How picture books work: A semiotically framed theory of text-picture relationships. Children’s Literature in Education 29 (2) 97-107 Spooner, S. (2004). ‘Landscapes: Going Foreign’ in Arthur Ransome’s Peter Duck in Lesnik-Oberstein, K. Children’s Literature: New Approaches. New York: Routledge. 206-227 Sunderland, J. (2010). Language, Gender and Children’s Fiction. London: Continuum Sunderland, J. (2012). ‘Teaching Gender and Language’ in Ferrebe, A. & Tolan, F. Teaching Gender. New York: Palgrave Macmillan. Watkins, T. (2005). ‘Space, history and culture: the setting of children’s literature’ in Hunt, P (ed.) Understanding Children’s Literature. London: Routledge. 50-72

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Children touch and manipulate everything in their environment. They learn best by doing, which requires movement and spontaneous investigation. In a way, the human mind is handmade. That is, through movement and touch, the child explores, manipulates, and learns about the physical world. Montessori children are free to move about, and may work alone or with others. They choose an activity and may work at their own pace. As long as they do not disturb anyone or damage anything, and as long as they put things back where they belong when finished students have the privilege and responsibility of choosing work for themselves. Especially at the preschool level, materials are designed to capture a child’s attention. They are intrigued to investigate the item in terms of size, shape, color, texture, weight, smell, sound, etc. They begin to learn to pay attention and more closely observe small details in the things around them. Gradually they hone their appreciation and understanding of their environment. This is a key in helping children discover how to learn. Freedom is essential as children begin to explore. The goal of a Montessori teacher is to have his/her students fall in love with the process of focusing their complete attention on something and mastering its challenge with enthusiasm. Work dictated by adults rarely results in such enthusiasm and interest so the key is to create an absolutely intriguing environment filled to the brim with opportunities for learning that the children are free to select for themselves. Therefore the Montessori classroom is a very deliberately prepared environment that serves as a learning laboratory in which children are allowed to explore, discover, and select their own work. The independence children gain empowers them socially and emotionally and is intrinsically involved with helping them become comfortable and confident in their own abilities. They develop the confidence to ask questions, puzzle out the answer, and learn for themselves without needing to be “spoon-fed” by a teacher or adult. While Montessori may look unstructured to some people, it is actually quite structured at every level. The idea is to provide freedom of choice within a clear structured environment. Just because the Montessori program is highly individualized does not mean that students can do whatever they want. Montessori teaches all of the “basics,” along with giving students the opportunity to investigate and learn subjects that are of particular interest. They are given the responsibility and freedom to make their own choices. For preschool students external structure is limited to clear-cut ground rules and correct procedures that provide guidelines and structure needed for three- and four-year-olds. By the third year, or kindergarten year, teachers introduce a daily or weekly “contract” or similar system to allow students to keep track of what they have accomplished and what they have yet to complete. So while they may have some measure of freedom, they must choose within very clear expectations. As they demonstrate their ability to follow-through, they are gradually given more responsibility to manage their own time to complete expected assignments. Learning how to manage one’s time at an early age is an important life skill and one that takes time to practice and hone. The mixed-age classroom actually improves a Montessori teachers’ ability to individualize learning for each child. Because a Montessori teacher has the benefit of keeping a student in his/her classroom for several years and is not faced with an entire classroom of new students every year, Montessori teachers are able to truly get to know each student as individuals and develop a very good sense of each child’s learning styles and temperaments. They get to know their students’ strengths and weaknesses, interests, and personalities extremely well. They also are already familiar with each child’s parents and family members. Montessori teachers closely monitor their students’ progress and take note of particular interests. They frequently adapt lessons and/or introduce activities relating to topics they know are of keen interest to a particular student or to specific groups of students in the class. Many families also choose to request the same Montessori teacher for younger siblings as older siblings have had to capitalize on the strong existing relationship already in place between teacher and family. Montessori teachers focus on the child as a person, rather than on a daily lesson plan as is the focus in most traditional classrooms. Montessori teachers lead children to ask questions, think for themselves, explore, investigate, and discover. Their ultimate objective is to help their students to learn independently and retain the curiosity, creativity, and intelligence with which they were born. Montessori teachers don’t simply present lessons; they are facilitators, mentors, coaches, and guides. Montessori teachers typically do not spend much time teaching lessons to the whole class at once; instead, the focus is to prepare and maintain the physical, intellectual, and social/emotional environment within which the children will work. A key aspect of this is the selection of intriguing and developmentally appropriate learning activities to meet the needs and interests of each child in the class. Montessori teachers usually present lessons individually or to small groups of children at one time, limiting lessons to brief and very clear presentations. The goal is to give students just enough to capture their attention and spark their interest so they are motivated to come back on their own to work the particular material they have been shown. Parents are sometimes concerned that by having younger children in the same class as older ones, either the younger or older students may be shortchanged. They fear that the younger children will demand all of the teachers’ time and attention, or that the teacher will focus more on kindergarten curriculum for the five-year-olds and the three- and four-year-olds will not get the emotional support and stimulation that they need. It is understandable for parents to be concerned, however, Montessori schools throughout the world consistently find a mixed-age classroom actually enhances development for every level. The Montessori environment is designed to address the developmental characteristics normal to children in each stage. Montessori classes are set up to encompass a two- or three-year age span. This allows younger students the inspiration of older children, who in turn benefit from serving as role models. Each child learns at her own pace and will be ready for any given lesson in her own time, not on the teacher’s schedule of lessons. In a mixed-age class, children can always find peers who are working at their current level. Children ideally and typically stay in the same class for three years; with two-thirds of the class normally coming back each year, so the classroom culture remains quite stable. Because a child remains in one classroom for two or three years he/she develops a strong sense of community with classmates and teachers. The age range also allows especially gifted children the stimulation of intellectual peers, without requiring that they skip a grade or feel emotionally out of place. Montessori students are given quite a bit of leeway to pursue topics that interest them, however, this freedom is not absolute. There are expectations for what a student should know and be able to manage by a certain age. Montessori teachers know these standards and provide the structure and support necessary to ensure that students live up to expectations. If it appears that a child needs time and support until he or she is developmentally ready to progress in a particular area, Montessori teachers provide that support and/or helps the parent to identify resources to help their child acquire such support. It is important to realize, however, that a young child observing other students engaged in a work rather than engaging directly is not necessarily a bad thing. Sometimes younger students need to observe others first to gain the confidence to make their own selection. Montessori teachers are keenly aware of every child in the classroom and gently guide reluctant students to activities they think will spark their interest and allow them time to get used to the idea. By not unduly pressuring a child, the spark of curiosity inevitably kicks in such that the child who was reluctant at first is soon fully engaged. Dr. Montessori identified four “planes of development” with each having its own developmental characteristics and developmental challenges. The early childhood Montessori environment (age 3-6) is crafted to work with the “absorbent mind,” “sensitive periods,” and the tendencies of children at this stage of their development. During these early years, learning comes spontaneously without effort. They learn a variety of concepts in a hands-on way, such that when they move into the elementary grades they have a clear, concrete sense of many abstract concepts. The Montessori approach inspires children to become self-motivated, self-disciplined, and to retain the sense of curiosity that so many children lose along the way in traditional teacher-led classrooms. Montessori students tend to show care and respect toward their environment and one another and are able to work at their own pace and ability. Students who have had the benefit of a three-year Montessori experience tend embrace a joy of learning that prepares them for further challenges. While students can join a Montessori program at any age, we find that students get the most out of their Montessori experience if they join around age 3 and stay at least through the kindergarten year. Children entering at age four or five typically adapt into the classroom very well but may not have enough opportunity to work through all of the three-year curriculum and therefore may not have had enough time to develop the same skills, work habits, or values as students who have had the benefit of a three-year cycle. Students who are 2-1/2 to 3 years old or are 3 years old but not ready for a preschool program may enroll two, three or five half days per week in our Prep Program. The goal of the Prep Program is to help younger students learn social and emotional skills to prepare themselves to join a Montessori preschool/kindergarten class. Students enrolled in the Prep Program may enroll in the Montessori preschool program the following school year or may be ready to join a preschool program during the course of the school year (if a space is available and only after a detailed assessment of a student’s readiness for a successful transition) as determined by the Prep Program Teacher and School Director in conjunction with the child’s parents. Two- and three-day programs are often appealing to parents who do not need full-time care; however, we, like most other Montessori schools, find that four and five-day programs create the consistency that is so important for a Montessori age 3-6 classroom. We therefore offer five half days (morning or afternoon), five full days or four-afternoon Montessori programs for students in our Montessori 3-6 classrooms. The primary goal of a Montessori environment is to create a culture of consistency, order, independence and empowerment. Attending only two or three days per week makes creating such a classroom culture much more difficult to achieve and much more difficult for a child who attends only off and on to embrace and get the most from. In addition, if only two or three days per week are offered, a Montessori teacher would be required to track and work with many more total students and families. By having students attend more consistently, the bonds between teacher and child/teacher and family are stronger and the Montessori teacher can concentrate on a more reasonable total number of pupils each school year and focus on each students’ needs more effectively. However, as a way to allow younger students to get ready for a more consistent routine, we have a Prep Program, which is intended for new students ages 2-1/2 to 3 years old. It is offered as a three or five-morning per week program. The goal of the Prep Program is to help younger students learn social and emotional skills to prepare themselves to join a Montessori age 3-6 class. Students enrolled in the Prep Program may enroll in the Montessori preschool program the following school year or may be ready to join a preschool program during the course of the school year (if a space is available and only after a detailed assessment of a student’s readiness for a successful transition) as determined by the Prep Program Teacher and School Director in conjunction with the child’s parents. To provide additional flexibility once a student is age 3 we offer our Enrichment program as a supplement to a preschool or kindergarten student who is already enrolled in a Montessori class. Students can attend Enrichment classes one, two, three, four or five days per week as an add on to their Montessori half-day schedule. We also offer before and after school programs to help parents create a schedule that works best for their family needs. We find that students do best when their schedule is as consistent as possible and will work with you to try to find the optimal schedule for your child. STEAM Enrichment Classes (3-6 years; available only as an add-on half day class if enrolled in half day Montessori 3-6 for the other half of the day) Before and After School Care (available before morning classes 7:30AM – 8:45AM and after afternoon classes have ended 3:30-6:15PM) Clubroom – Available on non-school days only for students enrolled in Sammamish Montessori School. Clubroom is available on conference days, in-service days, school breaks and public/bank holidays such as Veterans Day. This program is an option for students enrolled in SMS and is paid separately based on the actual amount of time a student attends this program; it is not rolled into the tuition payment so that families not using the service are not paying for it. We create plenty of fun activities such as arts and crafts, projects, plan music and dancing, games, computer time, outdoor recess and sports and sometimes cooking projects. Please help us plan well by reserving your child’s space in advance. That way we can determine what types of activities would work best for the group and we can make sure we have plenty of staff members in place and ready to supervise and work with the children. The school is closed and we do not offer our Clubroom program on Labor Day, Thanksgiving Eve and Day, Christmas Eve and Day, New Year’s Eve and Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Independence Day and Memorial Day. If we cannot meet your request, we will contact you within two weeks to discuss any available options you may have. If you do not hear from us initially, you may assume your child is enrolled. Confirmations will be sent out along with Summer School registrations in late March, or sooner if possible. We will work on processing enrollments as quickly as we can, but it does take time. Thank you for your patience. Montessori classes are available as five-day-per-week morning only or five-day-per-week full day options. There may be a limited number of four-day afternoon spaces for preschool-aged children available unless all spaces have been taken by students attending five days per week. Our STEAM Enrichment program, which is offered as a complement to our Montessori program, is set up to allow families more flexibility. A student enrolled five half days in a Montessori class may add one, two, three, four or five half days in addition to a five half-day schedule. Kindergarten students must attend five days per week. Our Prep Program is for new students who are starting at age 2-1/2 to 3 years old. It is offered as a three or five morning per week program. The goal of the Prep Program is to help younger students learn social and emotional skills to prepare themselves to join a Montessori preschool/kindergarten class. Students enrolled in the Prep Program may enroll in the Montessori preschool program the following school year or may be ready to join a preschool program during the course of the school year (if a space is available and only after a detailed assessment of a student’s readiness for a successful transition) as determined by the Prep Program Teacher and School Director in conjunction with the child’s parents. Yes. Your child’s social and academic development is part of a three-year Montessori cycle with the same teacher and many of the same classmates so ideally your child will continue in the same class with the same teacher in his/her preschool through kindergarten 3 year cycle and for the early elementary 3 year cycle (grades 1-3). However, there is a small possibility that unforeseen circumstances may dictate a change. Registration fees and tuition deposits are nonrefundable. Enrollment is a commitment for the entire school year and the commitment you make when you enroll your child, in turn, allows the school to make commitments to teachers and fulfill the many financial obligations the school must take on to provide your child’s space in the school. Once your child has been enrolled, we honor our commitment to you by ensuring your child’s space for the school year. This often means turning away other students who would have enrolled in your child’s space had it been available. For this reason, please make sure you have made your decision to attend Sammamish Montessori School prior to submitting an enrollment contract for your child. Please notify the school in writing as soon as possible (before August 1 of the upcoming school year) if you plan to withdraw your child from the upcoming school year to release yourself from future tuition obligations (September onwards). If you withdraw during the school year, you must provide written notice at least one month in advance of the first day of the month of your withdrawal (for instance, if leaving March 12, you would need to provide notice by February 1). If you are unable to provide one-month written notice of withdrawal, you must pay one tuition installment in lieu of notice. Some parents facing job transfers or new job opportunities requiring a move out of our area have been successful in obtaining some consideration from their employers who are dictating the move or as part of a relocation package. Can I register my child for kindergarten even if he/she is not 5 years old by August 31 of the school year? No. However, your child will have the opportunity to do kindergarten level work and beyond in any of the Montessori classrooms even if registered as a preschool student. Parents of children with early September birthdays who have attended Sammamish Montessori School for two years and wish to petition for their child’s third Montessori year to be their kindergarten year may submit a request in writing to the director prior to registration. Your child will be evaluated by the director in consultation with your child’s teacher prior to the beginning of the new school year. Early acceptance into kindergarten at SMS is not a guarantee of early acceptance into a public school the following year. The primary Montessori curriculum is a 3-year cycle. The third year, or kindergarten year, is when all the learning that has taken place in the previous two years reaches fruition and a child’s knowledge begins to fall into place. Your child will be challenged to reach his/her potential by his/her Montessori teacher who knows your child incredibly well and so can provide precisely what is needed next. Children build upon what they have learned, experience rapid academic and social growth and their skill level dramatically increases when they are given the opportunity to consolidate their knowledge within the Montessori classroom. Third year students are ready to explode into more complex learning and discovery and they delve into a wealth of new and interesting materials. They are guided to take on more and more complex work, begin to learn time management skills and have an increased set of expectations and privileges in the classroom. These older children also reinforce their academic skills by helping another child, a well-documented way to consolidate knowledge. Preschool children in a Montessori classroom look forward to being one of the “big kids” in the classroom. If he/she is put into a school where the kindergartners are looked down upon as being in the “baby class” his/her cycle of maturing is interrupted. It is especially unfortunate for a child who is a younger sibling at home to miss this opportunity to shine. This year of leadership gives a child immeasurable self-esteem and intellectual confidence. No. We cannot process a registration request until payment is received, even if a registration form is submitted. You may provide a credit card number and authorization instead of a check if you prefer. If you are registering more than one child and need to make payment arrangements, please contact our Director or Business Manager. Yes. Just come into the office, or call and we can put a form in your child’s bag, mail or email one as needed. You may also download a registration form from our website www.sammamishmontessori.com. Children enrolled in the school (and siblings or alumni) pay a registration/enrollment fee of $190 and are given registration priority (assuming forms are turned in by the re-registration deadline). The registration fee for new families is $250; processing for new students occurs after returning students have been registered. To register, complete the enrollment form and attach either a check, or give your credit card number and authorization to charge registration fees and tuition deposits (registration fee ($190) plus your tuition deposit of 10% of annual tuition.) Forms must be filled out completely, signed and accompanied by payment in order to be eligible to process for registration. You may choose to mail in your registration and payment so that it is received by the deadline or deliver it by hand. All registrations received by the deadline will be collected and on the following day applications will be processed in priority order. Priority is given to full day students and then to half day students. Applications received after the deadline will be processed in the order they are received. Tuition is a school year program fee that may be paid in a lump sum or divided into ten (monthly) installments for your convenience. It is calculated based on the total number of actual school days in the school year and does not include holidays, vacations, in-service, and conference days. When you enroll your child for the school year, you are making a commitment for the entire school year from the first day of school in September through the last day of school in June. To secure a space for the school year 10% of the school year tuition must be paid upon registration as a nonrefundable deposit, along with the registration fee. If parents select the monthly payment plan, tuition payments for the balance of the school year are outlined in the table below. Please note that monthly payments each represent 1/10 of the total school year tuition and that while some months have more school days and others fewer, the amount paid each month is always the same so that it is easy for parents to remember and for the school to administer. |Monthly Payment||Amount Due||When Due| |Nonrefundable deposit||10% of school year tuition||upon registration| |September||10% of school year tuition||September 1st| |October||10% of school year tuition||October 1st| |November||10% of school year tuition||November 1st |December||10% of school year tuition||December 1st| |January||10% of school year tuition||January 1st| |February||10% of school year tuition||February 1st| |March||10% of school year tuition||March 1st| |April||10% of school year tuition||April 1st| |May||10% of school year tuition||May 1st| Except for those schools that are associated with a particular religious community, Montessori schools do not teach religion. At our school we do not participate in or promote any kind of religious instruction. We learn about holidays, such as Christmas, Hannukah, Diwali, Ramadan, Eid, and Chinese New Year, or other festivals, but all on the basis of broadening cultural knowledge and understanding. We welcome parent involvement in bringing in first-hand knowledge and understanding of these celebrations into our classrooms, however, we do ask that parents tailor any presentations and discussions to focus on cultural rather than religious aspects. Our goal is to give children a taste of the experience each celebration or festival by sharing the special foods, songs, dances, games, and age-appropriate stories. Montessori education fundamentally aims to inspire a child’s heart. So while Montessori does not teach religion, we do embrace the great moral and spiritual themes, such as love, kindness, joy, and confidence in the fundamental goodness of life. We encourage the child to begin the journey toward being fully alive and fully human. Everything is intended to nurture within the child a sense of joy and appreciation of life. Art, music, dance, and creativity are integrated in the curriculum and children are given many opportunities to tap into their own creativity. While each piece of Montessori equipment has a specific purpose which children are shown how to use, once students have mastered a particular concept, they may be free to explore beyond the original lesson. For instance, once preschool/kindergarten students have gained a solid understanding of size with the sensorial materials, such as smallest to biggest, narrowest to widest, they can use the materials to create their own three-dimensional designs. Creative writing is encouraged once children have mastered basic writing concepts using the moveable alphabet for younger students or pencil and paper. Imagination plays a central role, as children explore how the natural world works, visualize other cultures and ancient civilizations, and search for creative solutions to real-life problems. Children make up their own games and stories routinely during recess. Our playground playhouses and forts are an especially fun place for children to create their own creative worlds. Our Enrichment program also provides ample opportunity for students to be creative. The curriculum spans art, crafts, music, dance, storytelling, acting, puppetry, cooking and other creative endeavors. Enrichment science allows students many hands-on opportunities to smell, touch, taste, manipulate and test things for themselves, thereby honing problem-solving and critical thinking skills. With the observation that competition is an ineffective tool to motivate children to learn and to work hard, Montessori schools do not set students up to compete with one another as is done in many traditional school settings (competing for grades, class rankings, grading on a curve, special awards, etc.). In a Montessori school, the emphasis is on collaboration rather than competition. Students discover their own innate abilities and develop a strong sense of independence, self-confidence, and self-discipline. In an atmosphere in which children learn at their own pace and compete only against themselves, they learn that making a mistake and learning from one’s mistakes is normal rather than something to be fearful of. Students learn that mistakes are a natural part of the learning process. Our hope is to give students the self-confidence and courage to try things beyond their comfort zones. While competition is not formal or teacher created, Montessori children compete with each other every day, both in class and on the playground. Dr. Montessori, was herself an extraordinary student and a very high achiever and was never opposed to competition as an idea. She just recognized that using competition to create an artificial motivation to get students to achieve was ineffective. Montessori schools allow competition to evolve naturally among children, without adult interference unless the children begin to show poor sportsmanship. The key is the child’s voluntary decision to compete rather than having it imposed on him by the school. When evaluating students we are more interested in following their individual progress and keeping track of their capabilities than comparing them with their peers. So that a child’s progress may be followed throughout their three-year primary cycle, the same evaluation format is used from preschool right through kindergarten. For that reason, parents should keep in mind that in many areas children cannot be expected to have reached proficiency until their kindergarten year. Teachers keep daily records of everything your child does at school and can give you information about any aspect of your child’s work should you require more details. For elementary students a different comprehensive elementary focused report format is utilized to track progress throughout the elementary cycle. So that a child’s progress may be followed throughout a three-year elementary cycle, the same comprehensive evaluation format is used each elementary year. There are no tests or quizzes for preschool or kindergarten students. Montessori teachers carefully observe their students at work to identify areas they have mastered and areas they need additional practice or perhaps another lesson. While Montessori students tend to score very well on standardized tests, Montessori educators as a whole are deeply concerned that many standardized tests are inaccurate, misleading, and stressful for children. Good teachers, who work with the same children for three years and carefully observe their work, know far more about their progress than any paper-and-pencil test can reveal. The ultimate problem with standardized tests is that they have often been misunderstood, misinterpreted, and poorly used to pressure teachers and students to perform at higher standards. Although standardized tests may not offer a terribly accurate measure of a child’s basic skills and knowledge, in most countries test-taking skills are just another Practical Life lesson that children need to master. Yes, in general, children who are highly gifted will find Montessori to be both intellectually challenging and flexible enough to respond to them as unique individuals. Students are able to socialize with a peer group that meets their social and emotional needs while given the opportunity to move on to more challenging lessons individually. Returning students and any family members of past or present students may apply for enrollment before new students may enroll. Re-registration forms are sent home to all students several weeks in advance and are also available by request in the office and posted on our website. Enrollment is then opened up to new students. Parents of new students are encouraged to tour the school during a regular school day before submitting an application. If there are any remaining vacancies not filled during the formal registration period they may be filled at any time thereafter. Returning families are granted priority registration and are processed before new applicants as long as they submit the enrollment contract by the deadline. Applications are first organized by requested schedule. If a student’s first choice is no longer available when their application is processed, they will be included on the list for their second choice. If we are unable to fulfill your request with any alternatives you have listed, you will receive a call as soon as possible within two weeks after the deadline to discuss other alternatives. Any re-registration forms received after the deadline are processed in the order they are received. This same process also is used for new student registrations. After the new student registration deadline, any registration forms will be processed in the order they are received. By providing an advanced enrollment period for returning students, we aim to provide them with their first choice of schedule, however, any applications received after the deadline will be processed in the order received. Among applications received by the deadline, priority is granted as follows: - Requests for full days have priority over half days within the Montessori 3-6 classrooms. - Five day afternoon spaces will be filled before 4 day afternoon preschool spaces within the Montessori 3-6 classrooms. - Returning students have priority over new students. - Siblings of returning students have priority over new students. Initially, no news is good news, as it means we were able to process your application as requested. If we are unable to fulfill your request as you have specified on your enrollment contract, we will contact you as soon as possible if we have an alternative to discuss with you. However, if we are able to give you the classes and days you request, you will receive a confirmation letter and summer school brochure near the end of March. You are welcome to contact us if you have questions. Sammamish Montessori School serves children ages 3 years and older, starting in preschool and continuing through kindergarten. New students ages 2-1/2 to 3 who are not yet ready potty trained and for a preschool program may begin in our Prep Program until they are ready to transition into a Montessori Preschool/Kindergarten class. Our summer program includes options for elementary age children up to 8 years old. Children must be potty trained to attend our Montessori Preschool/Kindergarten classes. To be considered potty trained children must demonstrate that they are able, on their own initiative, to go to the bathroom with little or no adult prompting or assistance. Our aim is to help children become independent in all aspects of their development, including managing their own basic needs. We of course are able and prepared to assist with an occasional accident and/or help a child get their clothing refastened. We also regularly remind children to remember to go the bathroom. However, chronic potty accidents detract from our ability to provide academic lessons to all of the children. For new students ages 2-1/2 to 3 years old who are not yet potty trained and ready for preschool we offer a Prep Program, which is designed to prepare younger children so that they can eventually transition into a Montessori Preschool/Kindergarten class. The transition process will take place when the child has reached age 3 and can demonstrate social and emotional readiness and is adequately toilet trained. The child’s teacher and director will determine when to move a child from the Prep Program to a 3 – 6 Montessori preschool/kindergarten classroom. The transition is also only possible if there is space available at that time. The emphasis in the Prep Program will be on socialization and independence. Our prep students will be exposed to a wide variety of practical life and sensorial activities, play, art, stories, singing, movement and music. Children in the Prep Program do not need to be fully potty trained, as potty training will be one of the skills taught. Extended care is available to all students enrolled in preschool, kindergarten or elementary (during summer only if enrolled in summer Discovery camp). Students may arrive before or after their class time and will be supervised in our Clubroom. Children brought to school or picked up outside of regular class time must be signed in/out in the Clubroom. A parent or other parent-authorized pickup/drop-off designee must accompany children to and from the Clubroom. Daily Class Times Early Birds Clubroom 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. (Students are escorted to their morning classrooms starting at 8:45 a.m.) Morning session (applies to Prep, Morning Preschool and Morning Kindergarten.) 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Drop off begins 8:45 a.m. and pick-up ends 11:45 a.m.) Afternoon session (applies to Afternoon Preschool and Afternoon Kindergarten.) 12:45 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. (Drop off begins 8:45 a.m. and pick-up ends 3:30 p.m.) Full Day (Applies to: Full Day Preschool, Half-Day Montessori + Half-Day Enrichment, Full Day Kindergarten and Elementary) 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. (Drop off begins 8:45 a.m. and pick-up ends 3:30 p.m.) After School Club 3:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. (Students remaining at the end of class transition time are escorted from their classrooms to After School Club promptly at 3:30 p.m. ) Montessori children tend to be socially comfortable. Because they have been encouraged to problem-solve and think independently, Montessori children are typically happy, confident, and resourceful and settle quickly and easily into new schools once they have assimilated the different expectations and ground rules. By the end of kindergarten, Montessori children are normally curious, self-confident learners who look forward to going to school. They are typically engaged, enthusiastic learners who honestly want to learn and who ask excellent questions. By age six most have spent three or four years in a school where they were treated with honesty and respect with clear expectations and ground rules. Within that framework, their opinions and questions were taken quite seriously. There is nothing inherent in Montessori that causes children to have a hard time if they are transferred to traditional schools. Some may be bored or not understand why everyone in the class has to do the same thing at the same time. However, most adapt to their new setting fairly quickly, make new friends, and succeed within the definition of success understood in their new school.

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Joanne Jenkins and Helen Ramsdale (November Intake, 2015). Introduction: The literature review will investigate research literature on the topic of gamification, how gamification is being used in education, and why it is being used. For the purpose of this review the following questions were formed; what is gamification (for definition purposes)? What does current literature say about the use and usefulness of gamification in education? What does the literature say about the considerations around implementation and use of gamification in education? Gaps in existing literature will be identified, alongside the limitations around the use of gamification. The scope of this review will include studies that explore the concept of gamification, literature reviews of studies of gamification, its principles, and applications relating to education, and researched backed articles, blogs and reviews on whether or not gamification has the potential to lead to improved learning outcomes for students. Intentional exclusions of this review were literature focused on game development, specific classroom settings, non-learning games, and the availability of games for use in education. Specific games and the application of these games were also excluded, with one exception; in the case where one specific application was used as the focus of an article, the reviewers addressed the concepts around the use of it, not the app itself. Aspects of community engagement and Kaupapa Maori were investigated around the use of gamification. Although the literature explores gamification in a variety of contexts, this review will primarily focus on its use and application in education. Definition: Gamification itself is not a new idea, but the term ‘gamification’ was first introduced in 2003 by Nick Pelling (Jakubowski, 2014). According to Gabe Zichermann and Christopher Cunningham (2011) in ‘Gamification by Design,’ gamification is the process of game-thinking and game mechanics to engage users and solve problems. Deterding, Dixon, Khaled, & Nacke (2011), refer to the application of game elements (mechanics and dynamics), in non-game contexts to engage stakeholders in pre-determined tasks. It provides a means of engaging and motivating, and potentially assessing a variety of skills in a fun, interactive and self-correcting manner. Dr Nigel Martin in the Axios Systems publication, ‘Gamification in Service Management Guide The Foundations of Gamification,’ (2013) asserts that ‘game mechanics’ are the term given to mechanisms used by game developers to motivate and engage; these mechanics are the rules, tools, techniques and currencies of gamification, such as missions or challenges, levels, points, trophies and leader-boards. Game dynamics are the fundamental reason why game mechanics work. The dynamics use knowledge of intrinsic human needs. Effective use of game mechanics are ‘tasks’ and outcomes that appeal to these needs. These dynamics include rewards, achievements, competition, status, self-expression, and even altruism (Martin. Dr N., 2013.) Review of Research Literature on Gamification: The review of research literature completed bySimone de Sousa Borges, Vinicius H. S. Durelli, Helena Macedo Reis, Seiji Isotani (2014) “A Systematic Mapping on Gamification Applied to Education,” comprehensively reviewed 48 papers (from a body of 357 papers) on the topic of gamification applied to education. At the time of the review there were no studies available that covered and classified the types of published research on this topic. The researchers selected 26 studies that were relevant to motivating students, improving the skills of the students, and maximizing learning opportunities. These papers focused on the applications and implications in education, of gamification. Through this review, de Sousa Borges et al. (2014), asserted that most researchers investigated the use of gamification to motivate students, improve and build skills. This review has relevance in determining the current status of gamification in education. Hamari, Koivisto, & Sarsa (2014), in “Does Gamification Work? — A Literature Review of Empirical Studies on Gamification,” also examined the literature around gamification and created a framework to examine gamification and its effects, by unpacking definitions and discussing the motivational affordances of it. The reviewers’ 2014 paper, also examined the current state of research on gamification and identified similar gaps in existing literature. Hamari et al. (2014), concluded that gamification is able to provide positive effects, but stated that these effects are largely dependent on the application of the game elements, the user’s implementation, and the context. In “Does Gamification Work? — A Literature Review of Empirical Studies on Gamification,” Hamari, Koivisto, & Sarsa (2014), searched educational and scientific databases, including ACM Digital library, Google Scholar, Scopus, EBSCOHost, and ScienceDirect. To select appropriate studies, a search was carried out using the term gamification and abbreviations in all of the databases. All result types and fields were included (abstract, full text, title, and keywords). Non-scientific publications were also included. Focused searches were then refined according to set criterion, beginning with full papers published internationally and those peer-reviewed. Empirical studies were included, as were papers which had clearly explicated research methods, identifiable motivational attributes and the topics on gamification as opposed to games. A systematic approach was also used by de Sousa Borges et al., in “A Systematic Mapping on Gamification Applied to Education” (2014). The reviewers applied a five-fold mapping process, outlined by Petersen, K., Feldt, R., Mujtaba, S. and Mattsson, M. (2008), which entailed defining the research question, searching primary studies of relevance, screening papers, using abstracts identified by keywords, and extracting data. The preliminary focus of this review was also to determine the aspects of educationally applied gamification that have been addressed by researchers, through a study of existing empirical research, and as such, contribute to the overall understanding of gamification. Inclusions such as selecting only the most recent paper (if multiple papers reported the same studies) and papers in other languages were used. In addition to this, technical reports, secondary studies and presentations were utilised. Much of these studies used qualitative data. Limitations identified by Hamari et al. (2014), include the understanding that gamification is a new area for academic study and as such there are few discourses or theoretical frameworks upon which studies can be based. Both of these studies suggest there is a growing interest and body of research in gamification, and its applications, effectiveness, and the emerging implications in education. Gamification Dynamics in Education: According to research conducted by Stott and Neustaedter (2013), outlined in their paper “Analysis of Gamification in Education,” games are engaging and readily utilized in current pedagogical practices, but these reviewers also claimed that varying degrees of successful implementation were experienced by educators. Stott and Neustaedter (2013) present a review, using existing literature, and several case studies on different applications of gamification in higher education, with a view to providing best practice guidelines and identifying key aspects. The case studies were accessed through journal submissions, online articles, course web pages, and examples from student work, and in one example, discussions took place with the course instructor and included a review of previous courses. Four game dynamics were intentionally studied to determine consistently successful aspects. While the use of similar concepts were noted, the concepts essentially fell under these four predetermined game dynamics: safe risk-taking (termed “freedom to fail”), instant/rapid feedback, level progressions, and narrative/storytelling. Through the case studies, Stott and Neustaedter (2013) found certain dynamics of game design were more successful than others in increasing learner engagement. Other gaming dynamics are acknowledged in this study, but not enlarged upon. A noticeable omission in the case studies involved however, was undergraduate level classroom programmes. A common conclusion of the literature reviewed by Stott and Neustaedter (2013), was that gamification (although sometimes dismissed or deemed superficial), has the potential to motivate students and improve achievement if guidelines can be clearly established. Accordingly the researchers conclude gamification has applications across various sectors of education. Use and Considerations of Gamification in Education: Stott and Neustaedter (2013) cite the research of Jill Laster (2010), who in turn reviewed Lee Sheldon’s 2010 study (later published in 2012) which gamifying aspects of the classroom were claimed to improve grade levels to the extent that a year level ‘jump’ was affected. Sheldon, an assistant professor at Indiana University conducted experimental research in classroom practice, renaming tasks by using engaging names, and celebrating right answers in opposition to punishing wrong ones. Contrary to this, Elizabeth Lawley (2012), also cited by Stott and Neustaedter, (2013), cautions against reducing game design to merely surface characteristics. If this is avoided, she states that "gamification can help enrich educational experiences in a way that students will recognize and respond to." Lawley (2013), gathered data through a workshop “Designing Gamification: Creating Gameful and Playful Experiences” with researchers and gaming and design industry practitioners. The purpose of the workshop was to identify current practices, open research questions around the design of gaming systems, and identify key challenges. Stott and Neustaedter’s (2013) review of additional literature also supported the assertion that surface elements, such as earning points and badges, can limit the potential of gamification. Stott and Neustaedter (2013) concluded that gamified assessment that focuses on learning processes rather than end results is paramount and allows students to self-assess and self-monitor. Accordingly, this results in the ability of teachers to formatively assess, illustrate points, and directly inform teaching. The researchers also allude to opportunities for assessment to be carried out without the student being formally aware of such assessment. “If students are encouraged to take risks and experiment, the focus is taken away from final results and re-centered on the process of learning instead. The effectiveness of this change in focus is recognized in modern pedagogy, as shown in the increased use of formative assessment.” (Stott and Neustaedter, 2013). This research demonstrates the need for further research on aspects of assessment, implementation and game design. Barbara Kurshan, a Senior Fellow in Education and Executive Director of Academic Innovation, among other credentials, concurs with Stott and Neustaedter (2103), regarding the growing body of research on gamification and learning. In the 2016 article authored by Barbara Kurshan, “The Intersection of Learning and Fun: Gamification in Education,” published in the online edition of Forbes magazine, this researcher also maintains that there is a need to address the lack of pertinent guidelines around how to achieve successful implementation in the classroom. Kurshan (2016) advocates the need for a functional shift in research focus, to explore ways of effectively implementing gamification in classroom contexts. Kurshan (2016) cites the research of Klopfer, Osterweil, and Salen “Moving learning games forward: Obstacles, opportunities, and Openness” (2009), which describes many ways gamification is approached in today’s schools. This paper answers questions involving digital games, users, and learning. Also referenced in Kurshan’s 2016 research is the work of the Games and Learning Assessment Lab (GlassLab), the programming and development group of SRI International. In the 2014 report “Digital Games, Design, and Learning: A systematic Review and Meta-Analysis(Executive Summary),” GlassLab outline ways that teachers can indirectly collect and review student data in a manner that allows for personalised assessment during the process of gameplay. Kurshan’s (2016) findings raise important questions, and make pertinent points around addressing issues relevant to gamifying education. Klopfer et al. (2009), explored commercial games market aspects, analysed the history of ‘edutainment’ and the difference between the past movement and the current resurgence. This paper also maps out the ecology of games and learning applications. It outlines principles and best practice to positively progress learning game methodologies and provides a solid foundation for participants, and barriers. These barriers are addressed under three main headings: Barriers to Adoption, Barriers to Design and Development, and Barriers to Sustainability. The barriers Klopfer et al. (2009), identified in relation to adoption, are curriculum requirements, attitudes, logistics, support for teachers, assessment, evidence, uses of games, limited view, and social and cultural structures. Barriers identified in relation to design and development are high development costs, development processes, ‘playtesting’ in schools, and limited sources of funding. Barriers to sustainability addressed are the fickle nature of gamers, the speed of change, and maintenance and support, including funding. Barriers to innovation are deemed to be data limitations, limited pedagogical paradigms, limited research, and limited ambition. In contrast to Stott and Neustaedter (2013), Kurshan (2016) warns that game designers need to avoid focusing solely on learning objectives in educational settings. Games must still be fun to engage and motivate students and be used to enhance curriculum development, as opposed to a separatist approach, where contexts and curriculum are built around games instead of being developed with integration in mind. This assertion by Kurshan (2016) was also a finding of Zichermann and Cunningham (2011) who state that learning through games is not effective if the educational outcome is more prevalent than the fun aspect. Karl Kapp (2012), in “The gamification of learning and instruction: game-based methods and strategies for training and education,” extends these findings to conclude that gamification provides an additional layer of interest, a new way of weaving together psychology and game design elements to motivate and educate learners. Kapp’s research is both empirically solid and peer-reviewed, and uses additional research including meta-analysis studies to back up claims, assertions, and ideas. Rowan Tulloch (2015) also supports much of the work of the previous reviewers. Concern regarding the concept of gamification is highlighted in a blog post entitled “Gamification: not a gimmick but a radical new way of teaching,” alongside the missed potential that is apparent in education.This blog post is based on reflections on research which focuses on technological and cultural logics that are embedded within practices of interactivity. A definition of gamification in relation to the processes and mechanics, is also reiterated. While Tulloch (2015) alludes to the use of gamification in other disciplines, comments regarding implementation and the focus afforded to game elements, is the main focus of this literature. Concern is raised about implementation alongside a lack of understanding of the principles and purposes of gamification mechanisms, which can also prove to be counterproductive if implemented incorrectly or too simplistically. Tulloch (2015) outlines the historical perspective of gameplay (traditional play and video gaming), and its functionality, to establish the foundation of the emergence of gamification. These two aspects of play have different processes, with video gaming often requiring more complexity in task-performance, rules, logistics, and environments (unfamiliar worlds). As a result video game designers develop inbuilt methods of instructing and training players, to teach the required skills and introduce the conceptual frameworks needed. These methods are essentially teaching mechanisms. In agreement with the research of Stott and Neustaedter (2013), Tulloch (2015) addresses the significance of these game dynamics, and the potential to give real-time feedback in an unambiguous manner. This researcher argues that current attempts to gamify learning experiences is limited by the pedagogy of teachers who lack knowledge about the fundamental use of the elements to instruct. Similarly, regarding this need for teacher support, Klopfer et al. (2009), highlighted that limitations in teacher knowledge could be addressed through providing teachers with materials, which enable the teachers to relate the games to effective learning processes… “...we have to stop trying to fit game design elements into traditional ways of teaching and think about gaming as an entirely different way of teaching.” Tulloch (2015). In stating this, the researcher advocates that gamification itself is already a method of teaching. The research findings conclude with the assertion that game design’s primary purpose is to engage, entertain and make learning fun, through innovative gameplay. This post, addresses the value and uniqueness of using gamification to enhance relevant learning by generating interest. Klopfer et al., (2009) states that well designed games can benefit the understanding of both students and teachers. The researchers maintain that change can be introduced incrementally, and integrated into classrooms regardless of the overall rate of reform in relation to the system as a whole. The elements of Te Noho Kotahitanga and Gamification: An unintentional exclusion to this literature review is the aspect of culture, and in particular Maori culture and gamification. This occurred due to an absence of research material available. There is no evidence that any of the literature reviewed applied principles relevant to Maori, with one exception. An online article “Kaitiaki iPad App is Preserving Maori Culture with Gamification” authored by Taavi Lindmaa (February 7, 2013) was accessed as part of this review. This article is based around a particular product and its implementation. The article ‘Kaitiaki’ was included in this review as it refers to education and disengagement in Maori. The author addresses the potential of gamification as a future methodology to re-engage Maori learners through apps such as the one promoted. The rationale behind the ideas of gamification in examples like the Kaitiaki app can be applied through a Māori ethical framework known as Te Noho Kotahitanga (Kawharu, H., n.d. - referenced by Pū Tai Ora, in a Tumana Research powerpoint presentation, 18 October 2006). The five principles of Te Noho Kotahitanga are, Rangatiratanga (Authority and Responsibility), Wakaritenga (Legitimacy), Kaitiakitanga (Guardianship), Nohotahi (Co-operation), and Ngākau Mahaki (Respect). In applying the ‘Rangatiratanga’ element of Te Noho Kotahitanga, Lindmaa (2013), in the ‘Kaitiaki’ article, refers to the following research and thinking:Thedisadvantage (in terms of education) of Maori manifests through negative statistics such as youth unemployment, the ongoing need for social assistance, high criminal offending and ill health” (retrieved from a blog post from tangatawhenua.com, referenced by Lindmaa). Lindmaa’s (2013) article goes on to claim that the disenfranchised youth can potentially be re-engaged by bridging the cultural and educational gap through game based learning that has been specifically created with their culture and position as tangata whenua. The gamification of environmental aspects from a cultural perspective is claimed to improve students’ performance in other related areas. The attempt to address an authentic context and enhance preservation of language through Katiaki, and specifically the use of rich visual environments and Maori characters reflects the concept of Wakaritenga (Legitimacy). This, in turn demonstrates Ngākau Mahaki (respect), through integrating gamification with heritage and customary contexts to meet learners needs. This review suggests that this type of indigenous based gamification has the potential to help Maori become digital natives in both using and developing games for education, which also brings in Mahi Kotahitanga (co-operation) and the aspect of tuakana-teina, as one of gamifications foundational ideas is collaboration. Conclusion: The research review investigated the definition and different aspects of gamification in educational use. According to the majority of the research reviewed, which included empirical case studies, quantitative assessment data, systematic mapping reviews, and literature such as articles and blog posts authored by researchers, the potential for gamification to engage and motivate learners, develop learner agency and improve outcomes is a recurring theme, and has become the subject of research. General findings of this review identify the need to understand and apply game dynamics, develop new pedagogies around implementation, and overcome limitations. The review also concludes that gamification is a relatively new area of study, and as such there are gaps in research and publications surrounding the types of studies and effectiveness of gamification, particularly in educational contexts. Other commonalities among findings include the need to understand the fundamentals of game design and dynamics, and the importance of establishing discourse and guiding principles around the use of gamification. Developing knowledge to improve educators’ use of gamification is a consideration needing further investigation. Obvious gaps also identified in current literature include community consultation and engagement practices, and application to cultural contexts. In New Zealand, the Maori ethical framework of Te Noho Kotahitanga has been adopted across a wide range of organisations as an approach to validate all Maori learners, and is potentially useful for all future discussions around gamification for indigenous peoples. The Te Noho Kotahitanga framework principles can be used to guide community consultation around gamification and the use of it in classrooms. Perceptions around the use and value of games need to be addressed to ensure community engagement. Through redefining the form and function of games in various contexts, validity of content and purpose can be established. Overall the reviewed research suggests that gamification requires a fundamental shift in thinking, both critically and creatively. Further research and investigation is required around the whole concept of gamification and the pedagogy surrounding its application to educational practice. REFERENCES Clark, D., Tanner-Smith, E. Killingsworth, S. (2014). Digital Games, Design and Learning: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (Executive Summary). GlassLab: Menlo Park, CA: SRI International. de Sousa Borges, S., Durelli, V. H. S., Reis, H.M., Isotani, S. (2014). A systematic mapping on gamification applied to education. March 2014 SAC '14: Proceedings of the 29th Annual ACM Symposium on Applied Computing. Deterding, S., Dixon, D., Khaled, R., & Nacke, L. E. (2011), Gamification: towards a definition. CHI, Vancouver, BC, Canada. Hamari, J., Koivisto, J, and Sarsa, H. 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Analysis of gamification in education.School of Interactive Arts and Technology, Simon Fraser University: Surrey, BC, Canada. Tulloch, Rowan. (2015, February 08). Gamification: not a gimmick but a radical new way of teaching. [Web log post]. Retrieved from http://www.aare.edu.au/blog/?p=893 Zichermann, Gabe, and Cunningham, Christopher (2011). Gamification by Design: Implementing Game Mechanics in Web and Mobile Apps. O'Reilly Media, Canada. R&C Assignment 1 – A TEAM (Joanne Jenkins and Helen Ramsdale, MINDLAB: November Intake).

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Co-authored by Raymond R. Skye, Grand River Six Nations Territory and Zig Misiak. The Six Nations Iroquois Program Teachers Resource Guide has been revised based on the 2014/2015 curriculum changes. It has also been broadened to include other First Nations across Canada as well as other cultures around the world. This resource meets requirements outlined in the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Ed. Policy Framework and is compatible with all of the grade levels and subjects in the Aboriginal Perspectives; The Teacher’s Toolkit. The SNIPTRG is inter-disciplinary, cross-curricular, easy to use, a ‘big thinking’ concept and loaded with many interesting class room activities. Below the video you’ll find the introductory letter, table of contents, over view and list of contributors. The Six Nations Iroquois Program Teachers Resource Guide, though focused on the Six Nations, is now much broader and inclusive of other First Nations, Métis and Inuit. The resource/guide also reaches out to other cultures from around the world. The lesson plans have input from a myriad of First Nations sources as well as both the Public and Catholic School Boards. In-class testing was done and teachers passed it with flying colours. As of December 2019, our guide is currently being used by 723 assorted teaching institutions. It has been acknowledged by the Aboriginal Education department of the Ministry of Education, and recognized by the Ontario Native Literacy Coalition, the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario and the Canadian Indigenous/Native Studies Association (CINSA), ASLC Lit Picks (Alberta School Library Council). The Six Nations Iroquois Program Teachers Resource Guide is current, based on the 2013/2014 curriculum updates. It aligns with the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework. It also supports all the topics found in the Ministry of Education’s Aboriginal Perspectives – The Teacher’s Toolkit. While some of the content is aimed at specific grades as directed in the Ontario Curriculum, this guide can be used at all levels of education and for various subject areas. Evaluation and Assessment can focus on what works for you in your classroom and what works for your students and therefore is left open to the user. All three stories and the artwork related to these stories are provided by Raymond Skye, Tuscarora/Seneca from the Grand River Six Nations. Ray and I documented the oral history he recalled hearing from his parents and other elders. My non-Native perspective comes from accumulated knowledge derived from over five decades of academic studies, as a historic re-enactor and my long time relationship with Ray and his people. We carefully blended both views that resulted in this wonderful grass-rooted, authentic and trusted resource. Your Six Nations Iroquois Program Teachers Resource Guide contains many wonderful hands on components that stimulate all five senses and bring the material alive for you and your students. O:nen ki’wahi, until the next time we meet, Zig M. Misiak and Raymond R. Skye ** The traditional songs CD’s and the bone rattles come from Grand River Six Nations. Section 1: TABLE of CONTENTS Page 1-2 Section 2: OVERVIEW Summary; First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Ed. Policy Framework Pages 1-4 Section 3: STORIES Phonetics Page 1 Creation Story Pages 2-5 Clans of the Haudenosaunee Pages 6-18 Formation of the Confederacy Pages 19-31 Secton 4: LESSON PLANS Lesson 1 is in 2 parts Creation Story Lesson 1-1, 3 days – 140 minutes Tab 1: Pages 1-9 Lesson 1-2, 4 days – 180 minutes Pages 10-19 Lesson 2 Clans of the Haudenosaunee 6 days – 210 minutes Tab 2: Pages 1-15 Lesson 3 in 3 parts Formation of the Confederacy Lesson 3-1, The Peacemaker & Jikonsaseh, 2 days – 120 min. Tab 3: Pages 1-5 Lesson 3-2, Hayenwah:tha & the Peacemaker, 4 days – 300 min. Pages 6-14 Lesson 3-3, The Conversions & The Great Law, 3 days – 180 min. Pages 15-20 Culmination Activity & Extended Learning, 3 days – 180 min. Tab 4: Pages 1-11 Section 5: SUPPORT MATERIAL Six Nations Iroquois Clans poster & chart Master booklet template of all three stories Large coloured clan images (9) Blank masters for maps, clan footprints, wampum belt 6” bone/wood rattle Wampum: The story of Shaylyn the Clam, book + CD + e-book Western Hooves of Thunder, book + CD War of 1812: Highlighting Native Nations, book 4 in 1 Learning in French & English, book + e-book Section 6: DVD & CD’s 20 min. DVD, historical overview 20 min. audio CD, reading of the 3 stories Two music CD’s, Haudenosaunee traditional songs 46 min. audio CD, Western Hooves of Thunder 12 min. audio CD, Wampum: The story of Shaylyn the Clam Section 7: WORD WALL and GLOSSARY Pages 1-4 Section 8: CREATORS and CONTRIBUTORS Pages 1-2 Wampum: The story of Shaylyn the Clam (Grade 2 to 7) is a beautifully illustrated book about a clam that was picked up by a little Native girl named Skawennahá:wi. The clam was used for food and its shell made into wampum. This book gently draws the reader into understanding wampum, wampum belts and strings. Includes audio CD and e-book. War of 1812: Highlighting Native Nations (Grade 6 to 8) is a pictorial journey that will enlighten you by explaining the First/Native Nations and Métis involvement during the War of 1812. Pages 111-112 list the 48 distinct First/Native Nations and Métis that were honoured, in 2012, by the Governor General and the Prime Minister of Canada Western Hooves of Thunder (Grade 3 to 6) is about a young Mohawk boy and his non Native friend Catherine who lived peacefully on the banks of the Grand River never thinking that the War of 1812 events would end up in their own back yard. Ayewate and Catherine respect and share their cultural differences. Includes an audio CD. 4 in 1 Learning (K to grade 3) is 4 books in one, ABC’s, 123’s, Colours & Shapes. It is in French & English, and is based on nature and First Nations, Métis and Inuit themes and imagery. 4 in 1 Learning has over 80 beautifully drawn panels with over 70 assorted animals, insects, plants and inanimate objects. They are interwoven creating a powerful and stimulating tapestry of colours and shapes. Enjoy, have fun and learn. Includes and e-book. Supplemental Q & A for the books are available in ‘Product Resources’ tab. Summarized and Condensed Version of the First Nations, Métis, & Inuit Education Policy Framework The following is a framework summary prepared by Linda McGregor, Manager of First Nations Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Education Initiatives with the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board further edited and condensed by Zig Misiak. The Ministry will provide progress reports every three years based on the following goals and performance measures. Three goals and ten performance measures 1. Significant increase of FNMI students in reading, writing, & mathematics. 2. Significant increase in FNMI teaching and non teaching staff in school boards. 3. Significant increase in FNMI graduation. 4. Significant improvement in FNMI student achievement. 5. Significant improvement in FNMI student self-esteem. 6. Increased collaboration to ensure FNMI students in FNMI education authorities are adequately prepared to make the transition to provincially funded schools. 7. Increased satisfaction among educators in provincially funded schools with respect to professional development and resources to meet the Policy Framework. 8. Increased participation of FNMI parents in the education of their children. 9. Increased opportunities for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and issue resolution among FNMI communities, schools and school boards and the Ministry of Education. 10. Integration of education opportunities to improve knowledge of ALL students and educators in Ontario about the rich culture and histories of the FNMI Peoples. First Nations, Métis, & Inuit Educational Policy Framework Roles and Responsibilities for each “stakeholder” Total of 81 – Ministry of Education (34), School Boards (29), Schools (18) Stakeholders shall work together in support of all Aboriginal student success as follows: 1. Improve areas of literacy and numeracy. 2. Increase retention, graduation and advancement to post-secondary studies. The Ontario FNMI Education Policy Framework identifies contributing factors that affect Aboriginal students as follows: 1. Lack of awareness and understanding related to Aboriginal learning styles, culture, history and perspectives. 2. Lack of curriculum that reflects First Nations, Métis and Inuit culture. 3. Lack of effective counseling and outreach. 4. Lack of awareness of intergenerational mistrust of the “system” attributed to residential school experiences. Measures to close the gap between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students 1. Create a real sense of belonging. 2. Create engaging school community outreach and inclusion of culture in curriculum. 3. Create systems responding specifically to learning and cultural needs. 4. Create programs, services and resources for achievement, esteem, and cultural identity. 5. Create and facilitate learning about traditional and contemporary perspectives. Section 2 – Overview The primary focus of the First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide is on integrating the learning about First Nations Studies. This includes Character Development/Faith based Virtues, and existing curriculum, highlighting similarities between First Nations Peoples and non First Nations people – and people from all other parts of the world, referred to by the Haudenosaunee as Turtle Island. The objective of the First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide is to support Ontario educators in all areas set out by the Ministry of Education: - First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Education Policy Framework - Ontario Curriculum, Cross Curricular & Interdisciplinary lesson plans. The First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide has been supported by First Nations and non First Nations educators and curriculum experts from the boards of education in Brant Haldimand Norfolk CDSB, Grand River Six Nations Territory, Grand Erie DSB and many other First Nations and non First Nations contributors. The approach used in our resource guide seeks a balance between written and oral tradition, recognizing and respecting the validity of both. Summary of the binder contents - Section 3 – Stories The Creation Story tells of the formation of the planet earth and all living things. The Clans of the Haudenosaunee story describes how the clans came to be. The third story, Formation of the Confederacy, is in three parts. The first part begins with the coming of the Peacemaker to the land of the Five Nations. The second is his meeting Hayenwah:tha and the third is their journey throughout the land of the Haudenosaunee bringing the people the ‘Good Word’ and presenting the ‘Great Law’. - Section 4 – Lesson Plans There are seven sections of lesson plans, 4.1 to 4.7, and classroom activities related to the stories contained in Section 3 including contemporary references. The lesson plans focus on the new curriculum and are appropriate and applicable for many levels including secondary and post secondary schools. - Section 5 – Support Material Assorted images support the stories in Section 3 and the inclusion of three books, Western Hooves of Thunder, War of 1812: Highlighting Native Nations and Tonto: The Man in Front of the Mask, relate to post contact history, geography and culture. For the users convenience a template of the student booklet has been included in section 5. Permission is granted to make unlimited copies. With the purchase and ownership of this First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide each teacher’s resource binder allows the user to copy the related printed contents specifically for one classroom. A written request and a validated response is required before any other part of the First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide can be copied for other than the above intended uses. - Section 6 – DVD & CD’s A DVD introduces the First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide. It includes village scenes from early-contact, scenes in a longhouse and along a river. A Haudenosaunee elder and his grandchildren are seated around a modern campfire as they are visited by three Haudenosaunee story-tellers who each share a shortened version of the three stories. Enjoy the background sounds of the traditional water drum and rattle, as well as clan images, maps and photographs. An audio CD contains the complete readings of the three stories in the binder and is supported by the student booklets. The stories are read by Haudenosaunee educators Stacey Hill, story-teller Lorrie Gallant, and artist/historian Raymond R. Skye. Two music CD’s, #1 and #2, are authentic Haudenosaunee traditional songs. A 46 min. audio CD, Western Hooves of Thunder, read by author. - Section 7 – Word Wall and Glossary Integrated into the stories are Haudenosaunee names, words and terms in the Mohawk (M) language. Cayuga (C) and Onondaga (O) are also referenced in the glossary. - Section 8 – Creators, Benefactors and Contributors Zig Misiak, author/historian and Six Nations artist, Raymond R. Skye collaborated on the development of the First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide with significant contribution from both First Nations and non First Nations communities, including but not limited to historians, educators, Clan Mothers, Elders and Chiefs, professionals from the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs, the Ontario Federation of Elementary School Teachers, along with a host of other contributors from culture, tourism, and First Nations organizations. It has been through the generous contribution of our benefactor, King and Benton, that we have been able to produce this valuable, unique and easy to use teacher’s resource guide. CREATORS, BENEFACTOR and CONTRIBUTORS The First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide was initiated and created by Zig Misiak and Raymond R. Skye, two people who are passionate about learning and sharing their knowledge of First/Native Nations history and culture. ZIG MISIAK’s experiences as a historical activist, author, and long time re-enactor span several decades. He sits on numerous boards and organizations, consulting with people who document history through film, books, re-enactments, and educational publications. He has been working with educators over the past several years to augment existing curriculum relative to First/Native Nations, specifically the Haudenosaunee. Raymond R. Skye Awę́dǫdyǫh a.k.a. RAYMOND R. SKYE, Haudenosaunee Artist, from Six Nations Grand River Territory, who credits much of the inspiration for his artwork to the traditional teachings of his father (Seneca) and mother (Tuscarora). He has distinguished himself as an artist who bases his work on extensive research of both oral and written sources pertaining to Haudenosaunee history and culture. The First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide was made possible by the generous contribution of our benefactor, King & Benton, who sponsored the initial development of the curriculum guide, DVD and audio CD. The following people or organizations made significant contributions to content, applicability to curriculum, and/or formatting, piloted the program or helped with refinements for the classroom (alphabetical order): - Fines, Lin, BA, Corporate Educator & Communications Consultant - Hill Sr., Richard W. Tuscarora, Beaver Clan, Artist, Historian, Teacher, Coordinator: Indigenous Knowledge Center - Martin Hill, Dawn PhD, Mohawk, Wolf Clan, Academic Director, Indigenous Studies, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario - Misiak, Shaylyn, Laurier University MBA, Mohawk College Early Childhood Education - Montour, Deneen, Onondaga Nation, Deer Clan, Grand Erie DSB, Native Advisor - Montour, Rick Mohawk, Turtle Clan, PhD, Indigenous Studies Program, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada - Rice, Brian PhD, Mohawk Nation, Dept of Education, U of Winnipeg - Tehahent:eh, Frank Miller, Mohawk, Turtle, Mohawk Language Instructor - Tessaro, Mary Lynn PhD, Professor, Concurrent Education, Nipissing University - Braemar House, Annette Minutillo, Executive Director - Brant Haldimand Norfolk CDSB, Bill Chopp, Rob Santilli, Manuela Torto, Peter Marchand, Tiziana Agriesti, Erin Esposito, Janina Fediurek - Grand Erie DSB, Cory Judson The following people supported the program through its various stages: Sakokwenionk:was, Tom Porter, author, (Mohawk, Bear Clan Elder, Akwesasne), Dianna Clare, Teacher; Catherine Cornelius, (Oneida of the Thames, Wolf Clan), Indian Art-I-Crafts; Dina Dalia, PhD, Principal, St Johns College; Stacey Hill, (Mohawk Nation, Turtle Clan), Language Teacher/Cultural Resource; Patricia Kings, Superintendent of Education, Brant Haldimand Norfolk CDSB; Dave, Levac, MPP Brant; John Lostracco, Principal, Niagara CDSB; Evelyn Martin, Superintendent of Schools Indian and Northern Affairs Canada; Lynn Millar, Elementary School Teacher; Lois Paquette, School Teacher, St. Mary’s; Ron Robert, (Metis), Indian Art-I-Crafts of Ontario; Lloyd St. Amand, MP Brant; Roxanne Sky, (Cayuga Nation, Bear Clan); George Thomas, (Mohawk Nation, Wolf Clan), British Native Allies Re-enactor; Leslie White-Eye, Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs; Paula Whitlow, (Mohawk Nation) Woodland Cultural Centre, Curator, Grand River Six Nations Territory. Jack MacFadden consultant and past president of OHSSTA, Bill Alexander retired teacher/ Curriculum Co-coordinator Geography/ History, Eric Shapero retired teacher, Jan Howse teacher, Meri Marja-Terttu MacLeod First Nations Studies Advisor, Linda McGregor, Manager of First Nation Metis and Inuit (FNMI) Education Initiatives with the Simcoe Muskoka CDSB, Teyowisonte: Tom Deer, Kahnawake Mohawk Territory. The following individuals generously donated their time to create the DVD and/or CD: Native Educators, Artists and Elders: Lorrie Gallant, (Cayuga Nation, Turtle Clan), Author/Illustrator/Story Teller; Rene Hill, (Mohawk Nation, Turtle Clan), Story Teller/ Cultural Resource Person; Tehahenteh, Frank Miller, Mohawk, Turtle, Mohawk Language Instructor; Don Monture, (Mohawk Nation, Bear Clan), Elder; Ohwendonh:deyo, Raymond Skye, (Tuscarora/Seneca), Artist; Tekonwaniahe:sen, Stacy Hill, (Mohawk Nation, Turtle Clan), Educator. Traditional Singers: Ojihgwaea:yoh – Old Mush Singers Students: Kirstin Bomberry, Student, (Cayuga, Turtle Clan), Assumption College; Godrihwagehoh, Kiana Sky, (Cayuga Nation, Bear Clan); Hanehe:gwahs, Hunter Sky, (Cayuga Nation, Bear Clan); and the students from Princess, Elizabeth Public School of the Grand Erie DSB: Ashley Grabauskas, Orennaha:wi, Bailey Hill, (Mohawk Nation, Turtle Clan), Rahsenni:saks, Daris Hill, (Mohawk Nation, Turtle Clan); Jocelynn Hill, Henry Mudford, Silence Staats, Carter Van Every, Noah Van Every, Travis Walton. Re-enactors: Lynda Balena, British Native Allies Re-enactor; Lenny Foley, (Mohawk Nation, Turtle Clan) Haudenosaunee Re-enactor; Nancy Jensen, British Native Allies Re-enactor; Debbie Klymer, British Native Allies Re-enactor; Kim Lundberg, , British Native Allies Re-enactor, Bert Summerhayes, British Native Allies Re-enactor; Douglas Wooldridge, British Native Allies Re-enactor. Locations: Narrative location courtesy of the Woodland Cultural Centre and Historical footage at Kanata Village and Interpretive Centre and the Grand River in cooperation with the Grand River Six Nations and the City of Brantford. Co-authored by Raymond R. Skye, Grand River Six Nations Territory and Zig Misiak, the First Nations, Métis, Inuit Teachers Resource Guide has been revised based on the 2014/2015 curriculum changes. It has also been broadened to include other First Nations across Canada as well as other cultures around the world. This resource/guide meets requirements outlined in the First Nations, Metis and Inuit Ed. Policy Framework and is compatible with all of the grade levels and subjects in the Aboriginal Perspectives/ The Teacher’s Toolkit. The FNMITRG is inter-disciplinary, cross-curricular, easy to use, a ‘big thinking’ concept and loaded with many interesting class room activities. Below the video you’ll find the introductory letter, table of contents, over view and list of contributors.

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NOWADAYS analytical prose passages are a common part of the English exams: GCSE and IGCSE; SAT, ACT, or AP English. But what are they? What do students have to know and master? How do students tackle questions on prose passages? I have compiled a dossier for you here . . . so, please get yourself a cup of coffee and enjoy the cruise . . . PROSE is simply writing or speech that is not poetry. Prose is the most common form of writing. It is not restricted by rhythm or dialogue, and it most closely resembles everyday speech. It is usually straightforward, and may utilize figurative language, dialogue, characters, and imagery. Prose writing is often divided into two primary categories: Fiction and Non-Fiction - Fictional Prose is narrative writing that originates from the author’s imagination. It is designed to entertain, but it can also inspire, inform, or persuade. Primary sub-genres of fiction include a novel, novella (a short novel or long short story), and short story. - Nonfictional Prose is writing that is based on true events, people, places, and facts. It is designed to inform, and sometimes to entertain. Primary sub-genres of nonfiction include autobiography and biography; essays, diaries and journals as well as narrative non-fiction. - Heroic Prose is writing based on the formulaic expressions found in oral traditions, eg: myths and legends as well as fables. ADDITIONALLY, prose can be . . . . - Narrative writing which has a storyline and characters. It is often told chronologically. - Expository writing denotes writing that explains or explores particular topics and themes. Expository writing differs from narrative writing because it does not necessarily tell a story. - Descriptive writing uses detail, such as the five senses, to discuss a topic in depth. This form of writing is often used in conjunction with narrative, expository, or persuasive writing. - Persuasive writing attempts to convince the audience of the merits or disadvantages of the topic. Something inherent in prose is a sense of style, or how speakers and writers communicate their meanings. Prose style is specific to a particular work, author, or genre. Thus, for any analysis done on a piece of prose there are some literary works to be engaged in. STRUCTURE is also key to prose writing and commonly asked in questions. Structure, or form, is the arrangement of story elements according to purpose, style and genre. While the plot is the events in the story itself, which are heavily affected by character, setting and theme, the structure, on the other hand, is how these elements are presented to the reader. TWO KINDS OF LITERARY DEVICES Commonly, the term Literary Devices refers to the typical structures used by writers in their works to convey their message(s) in a simple manner to their readers. When employed properly, the different literary devices help readers to appreciate, interpret and analyze a literary work. Literary Devices have two aspects. They can be treated as either Literary Elements or Literary Techniques. It will be convenient to define them separately. Literary Elements have an inherent existence in literary piece and are extensively employed by writers to develop a literary piece e.g. plot, setting, narrative structure, characters, mood, theme, moral etc. Writers simply cannot create his desired work without including Literary Elements in a thoroughly professional manner. COMMON LITERARY ELEMENTS - PLOT: It is the logical sequence of events that develops a story. There are five basic elements to the plot: - Exposition – Often before the plot begins, a section of exposition is provided, which is the introduction that presents the background information to help readers understand the situation of the story. - Rising action – This is the series of struggles (conflicts and complications) that builds a story toward its climax. The conflicts and complications within a story are what creates the rising action. - Climax – This is the point of greatest intensity, interest, or suspense in a narrative which will somehow determine the outcome of the story. In drama, the climax is also identified with the terms crisis and/or turning point. It’s the point of the story that “changes everything.” - Falling action – This is the part of the story that shows the “working out” of the action that occurred during the story’s climax. (Certain issues/ happenings must be resolved (worked out) to reach a resolution). - Resolution – The resolution is also called the denouement. This is the portion of the story where the problem is somehow resolved. It follows after the climax and falling action and is intended to bring the story to a satisfactory end/close. - SETTING: It refers to the time and place in which a story takes place. This is the time and place of the action of a story. Setting can be of great importance in establishing not only the physical background, but also in creating the atmosphere/mood of the story (tension, suspense, peacefulness, etc.) Setting can include time (minute/hour, year, month, decade, etc.), weather (season, literal weather, etc.), places (planets, countries, cities, buildings, homes, stores, etc.) or any other thing that helps set the background. - CHARACTERIZATION – This is the personality a character displays as well as the means by which an author reveals that personality. Characters in a story can be one of two types. They can be… - Static: they remain the same throughout the entire story. - Dynamic: they change in some important way during the course of the story. Also… Rounded = a developed character (we get to know them) - Flat = an undeveloped character (we never get to know them) Stories often include a protagonist and an antagonist. - Protagonist: This is the chief character in a work on whom our interest centers. This term is preferable over the terms hero or heroine because a protagonist can sometimes include characters who might be, for example, villainous or weak (but characters whom we are still interested in or concerned about regardless of their flaws in character). - Foil: This is a character that has characteristics that oppose another character, usually the protagonist. The foil character may be completely opposite to the protagonist, or very similar with one key difference. The foil character is used to highlight some particular quality or qualities of the main character. - Antagonist: This is the character or force which opposes (literally “wrestles”) the main character; therefore, if the protagonist is pitted against an important opponent, that opponent is called the antagonist. - POINT OF VIEW: This is the angle or position from which the story is told the narrative view. There are two basic points of view for storytelling: the first-person point of view and the third-person point of view. - First-person: Through this view, the story is told by one of the characters in his or her own words by using “I.” First-person point of view is always considered to be a limited point of view since the reader is told only what one specific character knows and observes. - Second -person: Even less common is a story narrated with “you.” This is a very difficult point of view to sustain, as the reader must identify with the “you”, or it must be clear that the “you” character is, in fact, a way for the narrator to reflect back on his or her own actions. - Third person: Through this view, the story is told by someone outside of the story itself by using “he” or “she.” The third-person narrator may be working from an omniscient view or a limited omniscient view. - Omniscient: This narrator is an all-knowing observer who can describe all the characters’ actions, thoughts, and feelings. - Limited omniscient: This is a storyteller who shares the thoughts and feelings of only one particular character or a select group of characters (clearly lacking or failing to share information about other characters). SPEECH PATTERNS – These forms include: - Dialogue – where characters of a narrative speak to one another. - Monologue – delivered by one character to other characters, or at least overheard by other characters if delivered to the audience. - Interior monologue – a character’s thoughts that addresses the character itself. - Soliloquy – A speech delivered alone by one character without any other characters overhearing. - Aside – A speech delivered directly to the audience without any other characters overhearing, the aside is a very short observation, whereas a soliloquy is a longer explanation of the character’s thoughts. - Stream Of Consciousness – A method of narration that describes in words the flow of thoughts in the mind of a character. The technique aspires to give readers the impression of being inside the mind of the character. Therefore, the internal view of the mind of the character sheds light on plot and motivation in the novel. - Apostrophe – A character breaks off from addressing one character to address a third party who may either be present or absent in the scene, or even to an inanimate object or intangible concept. CONFLICT: It is an issue in a narrative around which the whole story revolves. It is also the struggle between two opposing forces or characters in a story that triggers action. Conflict can be internal or external. - Internal Conflict = Man vs. Self: This is the conflict that takes place within an individual (an inner battle of conscience). - External Conflict = This is an individual’s struggle against something outside of themselves. There are five basic types of external - man vs. man (or group of people) - man vs. society - man vs. nature/animal - man vs. supernatural - man vs. fate or destiny conflict… Conflicts are also known as complications. When you read, keep in mind that there may be a single conflict that is uncomplicated or easy to recognize in the story or there may be several, more subtle conflicts involved. MOOD AND TONE: A general atmosphere of a narrative. Mood is the feeling a text arouses and creates in the reader/ audience (such as happiness, anger, sadness, depression, joy, etc.). It is the attitude of the audience/reader toward the subject matter he or she is reading. Tone is the overall feeling, or effect, created by a writer’s use of words. Tone reveals the author’s attitude toward his own subject matter and the audience. So . . . mood is the attitude of the audience/reader toward the particular subject matter he or she is reading AND tone is the author’s apparent attitude toward his own subject matter and/or the audience THEME: It is central idea or concept of a story – the basic meaning of a literary work. It is a statement about life…specifically “the human condition”. Themes are UNIVERSAL truths about life. Because they are universal, they stand the test of time, and themes are repeated over-and-over in books, movies, songs, etc (and then they become what’s called a motif). Theme is rarely a moral/lesson (it is usually just a statement about life that we know/accept to be true). MOTIF: a narrative element with symbolic meaning that repeats throughout, eg: Martin Luther King Jr. used the motif of “I have a dream” to tie together different ideas such as the historic language of the United States of America’s “Declaration of Independence” with the more concrete images of people who once were at odds sitting down together. Literary Techniques, on the contrary, are structures usually a word or phrases in literary texts that writers employ to achieve not merely artistic ends but also for readers to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of their literary works. Examples are: metaphor, simile, alliteration, hyperbole, allegory etc. In contrast to Literary Elements, Literary Techniques are not unavoidable aspect of literary works. To have a better understanding of Literary Devices, it is useful to look at their definition and examples: Techniques, by their nature, are used by writers as an attempt to make the reader think in a certain way. These techniques can be used to intrigue, inspire, persuade or simply convey information to the reader. COMMON LITERARY TECHNIQUES IMAGERY: It is the use of figurative language to create visual representations of actions, objects and ideas in our mind in such a way that they appeal to our physical senses. For example: The room was dark and gloomy. -The words “dark” and “gloomy” are visual images. The river was roaring in the mountains. – The word “roaring” appeals to our sense of hearing. SIMILE AND METAPHOR: Both compare two distinct objects and draws similarity between them. The difference is that Simile uses “as” or “like” and Metaphor does not. For example: My love is like a red red rose” (Simile); He is an old fox very cunning. (Metaphor) HYPERBOLE: It is deliberate exaggeration of actions and ideas for the sake of emphasis, eg: I have got a million issues to look after! PERSONIFICATION: It gives a thing, an idea or an animal human qualities, eg: Have you see my new car? She is a real beauty! ALLITERATION: It refers to the same consonant sounds in words coming together. For example: Better butter always makes the batter better. ONOMATOPOEIA: words that sound a little like they mean, eg: The autumn leaves and twigs cracked and crunched underfoot. ALLEGORY: It is a literary technique in which an abstract idea is given a form of characters, actions or events. For example: “Animal Farm”, written by George Orwell, is an example of allegory using the actions of animals on a farm to represent the overthrow of the last of the Russian Tsar Nicholas II In addition, the actions of the animals on the farm are used to expose the greed and corruption of the Revolution. IRONY: It is use of the words in such a way in which the intended meaning is completely opposite to their literal meaning. For example: So nice of you to break my new PSP! - Situational Irony: A situation in which the outcome is very different than what was expected. - Dramatic Irony: Part of a piece of literature in which the reader or audience member has more information than the character(s) and there is thus incongruity between what the characters expect and what the audience knows to be true. - Verbal Irony: It occurs when a speaker means or feels something very different from what he or she says, often involving sarcasm. METAPHOR – a descriptive technique that names a person, thing or action as something else, eg: The circus was a magnet for the children. EMOTIVE LANGUAGE – language intended to create an emotional response, eg: A heart-breaking aroma of death filled the air as he surveyed the devastation and destruction that had befallen them all OXYMORON – a phrase combining two or more contradictory terms, eg: There was a deafening silence ANECDOTE – a very short story that is usually interesting or amusing, and concerns real people and real incidents. Anecdotes are often humorous, but also often impart a deeper truth. PATHETIC FALLACY – a type of personification where emotions are given to a setting, an object or the weather, eg: The clouds crowded together suspiciously overhead as the sky darkened. STATISTICS and FIGURES – factual data used in a persuasive way, eg: About 80% of people agreed that this would change their community for the better. RHETORICAL – A question asked just for effect with no answer expected. HYPOPHORA – a figure of speech in which the speaker both asks a question and immediately answers it. FLASHBACK – an occurrence in which a character remembers an earlier event that happened before the current point of the story. FORESHADOWING – the author gives clues about events that will happen later in the story. Often these clues are fairly subtle so that they can only be noticed or fully understood upon a second reading. ARCHETYPE – also known as universal symbol maybe a character, a theme, a symbol or even a setting or a situation that seems to represent such universal patterns of human nature. BILDUNGSROMAN is a coming-of-age story, which focuses on a narrative of a young adult growing morally and psychologically into an adult. Thus, a bildungsroman is also sometimes called a novel of formation or novel of education. The most important element of a bildungsroman is the character development that the young adult undergoes through the course of the narrative. SATIRE is a genre of literature that uses wit for the purpose of social criticism poking fun at some failing of human behavior. Satire ridicules problems in society, government, businesses, and individuals in order to bring attention to certain follies, vices, and abuses, as well as to lead to improvements. It can either be gentle, amusing, and light-hearted or be biting, bitter, and even savage. ANTICLIMAX – a conclusion that is unsatisfying because is does not meet the expectations that the narrative has been building toward. HUBRIS – extreme pride and arrogance shown by a character that ultimately brings about his downfall. A character suffering from Hubris tries to cross normal human limits and violates moral codes. JUXTAPOSITION – to place two concepts, characters, ideas, or places near or next to each other so that the reader will compare and contrast them. ANTITHESIS – the use of contrasting concepts, words, or sentences within parallel grammatical structures. Antithesis is very similar to juxtaposition, as juxtaposition also sets two different things close to each other to emphasize the difference between them. However, juxtaposition does not necessarily deal with completely opposite ideas PARALLELISM – the usage of repeating words and forms to give pattern and rhythm to a passage in literature. SYMBOLISM – the use of symbols to signify ideas and qualities, by giving them symbolic meanings that are different from their literal sense. Generally, it is an object representing another, to give an entirely different meaning that is much deeper and more significant. TAUTOLOGY – states the same thing twice in slightly different wording, or adds redundant and unnecessary words. UTOPIA – an illusionary place that projects the notion of a perfect society to the reader. DYSTOPIA – a community or society that is undesirable or frightening. POETIC JUSTICE – an ideal form of justice in which the good characters are rewarded and the bad characters are punished by an ironic twist of their fate. CARICATURE – an exaggerated description used to create a silly or comic effect. TRIPLES – three points to support an argument. Safer streets means comfort, reassurance and peace of mind for you, your family and your friends. Function of Literary Devices In general, the literary devices are a collection of universal artistic structures that are so typical of all works of literature frequently employed by the writers to give meanings and a logical framework to their works through language. When such works are read by readers, they ultimately recognize and appreciate them -this is the ANALYSIS part required of High School students. They not only beautify the piece of literature but also give deeper meanings to it, testing the very understanding of the readers along with providing them enjoyment of reading. Besides, they help motivating readers’ imagination to visualize the characters and scenes more clearly. Only through practice will you get things right. Good luck in your endeavours. As of old: Be EMPOWERED and EXCEL!

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The Color Purple is an epistolary novel written by Alice Walker in 1972 which was later made into a film by Steven Spielberg in 1985, gaining her even more recognition for her work. The Color Purple is a story that follows the life of Celie, an impoverished, uneducated African American woman who struggles to escape from the brutality and degradation of her treatment by men. The story is told through letters she writes to God in moments of desperation, weakness and pain, all of which she suffers in solitary. When Celie started to view God as a “distant white man” who disdained women of colour, she implicitly accepts the white and masculine dominance that has been imposed on her and makes the assumption that her voice can never be heard. Due to this, she stops writing to God and starts writing letters to her sister Nettie instead, which marks the point of her newfound strength and resilience in battling the perpetual racism and sexism that surrounds her. Over the course of the novel, the progression of the way by which Celie chooses to live her life drastically changes. She goes from living a life that is achromatic and futile to adoring and relishing in the creation of life which is otherwise known as the concept of the color purple.Whether it be from hearing stories about her grandmothers that were consistently getting beaten up by their husbands or watching her mother pick up a coconut and smashing it on her father’s head, Walker had develop a keen interest in wanting to understand the concept of violence. She had previously stated that her family comes from a history of ‘slave-owner’ ancestry which instills a ‘slave owning’ mentality in the men in her family, thus constantly being surrounded by sexist and abusive men from her childhood. Due to the environment she was surrounded by, Walker felt compelled to write stories that address the themes of female assault and oppression, especially in the African American community. American writers in the 1970s placed a large emphasis on the community and its subversive future especially during the point of time in which the black nationalist movement was at its peak. Walker chose to highlight the importance of the notions of black unity and its revolution by showing that their utopian ideals would not be achieved without acknowledging the pre-existing damage in relationships between black men and women, which has already altered their lives. Walker shows how violence, specifically in domestic spheres, has ruptured female subjectivity. She shows that not only has this violence posed a threat to women’s wholeness but also the establishment of a whole black nation. The plethora of violence in the form of harsh economic, social and emotional crisis facing the blacks, notably in women is shown through the life of the character Celie in the novel. The ways by which these are specifically shown are through her relationships with the various men in her life, her relationship with God and lastly the reliance of the females around her.Relationships with the various men in Celie’s lifeOne of the key character traits instilled in women in the 1900s was obedience. Women were expected to comply and abide by the rules created by the men in their household. Only then were they considered the ideal woman, thus showing that a woman’s opinion was of no matter or significance at the point of time. In the novel, it is evident that Celie is inhibited from exploring and asserting her own identity and sovereignty due to male dominance exerted over her. This initially begins with her stepfather who uses her as a substitute to fulfill his sexual wants and desires, ‘First he put his thing up gainst my hip and sort of wiggle it around. Then he grab hold my titties'(1). The explicit language and tone used in this sentence is ample to evoke emotions of disgust and abhorrence from the readers. The choice of the word ‘wiggle’ is not only graphic but emphasizes on the amount of force needed in order to penetrate Celie, which further shows the discomfort and invasive nature of his actions. The use of the word “titties” also shows how the objectification and lack of respect that was shown to Celie, was now projected by her as well. In the 1900s the word “titties” were viewed as cuss words that were most commonly used by men. This shows how from a young age, Celie’s perception of herself has been annihilated due to what was supposed to be her father figure’s abusive tendencies towards her. Furthermore, after hearing that the second child Celie birthed after getting impregnated by her stepfather was sold, she says ‘I got a breast full of milk running down myself’. This casts an illustrative and literal image of Celie’s womanhood being drained out of her. The purity of the milk carelessly spilling over her breasts is messy and unsightly, showing how Celie is stripped away from her fecundity and womanhood. More specifically, this shows that from a young age, Celie’s body has been transformed into a site of subversion and oppression, and constitutes as the site of permanent anxiety which is seen throughout the novel. The lack of control Celie has over her body reflects the overarching theme of having a woman’s body reduced to a point lower than its reproductive function, and having men fight for dominance and power with women themselves over the literary terrain that is the women’s body. It also acts as a broader message to show the lack of control Celie now has on the physical environment around her due to the lack of ownership of Celie has over her own self. However, despite this concept being further emphasized on when Celie gets married off to her husband Mr __, otherwise known as Albert, it is also through him where she finds empowerment. From the start of their relationship, it was evident that Albert had no interest whatsoever in marrying Celie. He viewed her as ‘fat’ and ‘ugly’, and saw no worth in her. The only reason why he agreed to marrying her in the first place was because she was promised to have been a good mother to his kids, and she was guaranteed to have been the perfect fit to take on the domestic role in his household which was expected of women in that era. Not only did Celie function as a labourer and source or work in the household, but she was also the source of his pleasure thus further dehumanising her. Due to the fear instilled in her from both Albert and her stepfather, Celie takes a passive approach as a means of survival and does as she is told, thus emphasising on her weakness. However, despite his abusive tendencies and inability to show any form of love and compassion for his children and Celie, it is revealed that Mr __ is indeed capable of displaying these affectionate qualities and is not as stone cold as he is portrayed to be. This is seen when the character Shug Avery, his previous lover, is introduced and stays with them for a while due to her illness. The first instance in which we see Mr __ putting another person, let alone a woman before him, was from the time when he heard she had fallen sick, showing that he was capable of love. Upon hearing the news, he takes matters into his own hands and asks Harpo to “hitch up the wagon” without telling anyone in the family as to why he needs to leave so urgently, so that he could personally pick Shug up and bring her to his home where he planned on nursing her. This is the first indication of selflessness that is seen from Mr __ which adds a new dimension to him and suggests that he was indeed capable of showing respect and empathy. It can also be seen that the second Shug Avery enters their home, Mr __ stops abusing Celie. This is first seen when Celie manages to get Shug Avery to finally consume food which puts Mr __ to ease. Upon seeing this, he is content and starts to develop a certain propensity towards Celie which can be seen when he initiates a normal conversation with her. He asks ” how you git her to eat” followed by a laugh to her response. This is the first instance of Celie and Mr __ having a normal relationship without having him assert his dominance and authority as a male. This glimpse into Mr __ and Celie acts as a moment of foreshadowing as it reflects the type of civil relationship they are both able to have despite the confinement they are bounded by due to their individual genders, which is seen later in the text. As mentioned before, it is seen that after Shug’s arrival, Mr __ stops abusing Celie and Celie starts to morph into her own person. However, what brings her further empowerment was when she deliberately made the decision to leave Mr __ after fully comprehending the oppressive environment she was forced to live in. When Celie makes the choice to leave, Mr __ is left in genuine confusion and shock as he was unaware of the effects that the patriarchal system he religiously followed had on Celie. This again adds a different dimension to Mr __ as it can be inferred that he was genuinely naive and thought that this was the only way of life. It is mentioned that Mr __ was brought up in a household that was strictly governed by his strict and demanding father, where the idea of male dominance had to be asserted and that a woman was not allowed to have her own opinion. If she did, she was deemed as unworthy and unfitting to be a wife which serves as an explanation as to why he was unable to marry Shug Avery when they were in love. Due to the fact that this was the only way Mr __ viewed women, he was unable to comprehend the reason as to why Celie was unhappy, as all he has done is merely live his life the way he was told he should. This further empowers Celie’s character as she too was brought up in a household where male dominance was enforced. However, she manages to grasp the concept of the derogatory and abusive nature of her environment and leave which is especially empowering, considering the fact that Celie was indeed uneducated and not familiar with the concept of women’s rights. The fact that Celie herself was able to comprehend and acknowledge the concept of the patriarchy and Mr __ could not, acts as one of the markers and major turning points in Celie’s character turning from submissive to autonomous. However, what truly marks Celie’s reformed character would be effect Celie’s departure had on Mr __. He starts taking on more domestic roles such as cooking, cleaning and taking care of the children, and starts being viewed as a grandfatherly figure. The reason as to why he chooses to do this is due to the fact that Celie has become her own person and these domestic roles no longer define her. The second Celie started becoming her own person, she also no longer addressed him as Mr __. Rather, she started addressing him by his real name, Albert. The concept of addressing him as Mr __ highlighted the fear that Celie faced when it came to him. The fact that she was unable to address him by his real name and was only addressed by Mr __ shows how a large emphasis on his gender was placed. Furthermore, there is an element of power from having her husband be known without a name as it undoubtedly erases the idea that he has a real human quality. However, when she finally returns back to Georgia and sees that he has indeed made an effort to change, she finds it in her to forgive him and starts calling him Albert. This is largely significant as it shows that she has come into acceptance and forgiveness with the past thus indicating a new beginning for her. She maintains a healthy friendship with Albert after Albert’s character begins to change as they both start to discover and understand their mutual affection for Shug. By being more vulnerable and letting go of his oppressive ‘male’ conditioning in this way, he is enabled to transform himself into a man who can act naturally and in tranquility with his environment rather than coercing it. His love of beauty and creativity re-emerges in his shell collection and shirt designs and the compassion and care he once could only bear for Shug starts to extend to his wider family, whom he learns to appreciate rather than try to dominate. Ultimately he forges a relationship with Celie based on respect, at last valuing her opinions and skills. The fact that Celie was able to spark this change in Albert is telling enough of the power she starts to have over him, thus showing that her relationship with Albert though dehumanising and degrading at first, was one of the key events and relationships that eventually led her to a state of empowerment and strength, thus showing the evolution of Celie’s identity through her relationships with the men around her. Relationship with God Another key event that occurs which marks Celie’s growth as a person would be the fact that the letters she writes begin addressed to God but eventually starts being addressed to her sister Nettie. At the start of the novel, Celie’s birth mother dies (6) which leads Celie to feeling more isolated and lonely than she ever felt before. Furthermore, when she got married to Mr __, Nettie, her only friend that she could confide in got taken away from her. Due to the loneliness that consumes her, Celie turns to God and chooses to confide in him. Due to the conservative society that they live in, Celie was brought up to be religious. Due to the patriarchal religious teachings that has been used to instil obedience and subversion in women, Celie felt that she was unable to express her innermost feelings of anger and hurt. Due to Celie’s upbringing that revolves around submitting to the ideologies of the patriarchy, she uses the biblical teaching as a tool to navigate her life. She entrusted her life in God’s hands and believed that God was indeed responsible for change and that by writing to God in a colloquial manner, he would eventually hear her desperate cries for help and solve her pre-existing issues. However, after finding out that Albert had been keeping Nettie’s letters from her, she accuses him of falling asleep on her and loses her faith in him altogether. After this incident, Celie starts to realise that her belief and faith in God has no relevance to her needs. She realises that by aimlessly writing to God, none of her problems were going to be resolved which was a fundamental moment for Celie. From this point on, she realises that it is her that is responsible for her own actions and life therefore deciding to stop writing to God. Upon learning that Albert has been keeping the letters Nettie writes to her, she recovers the letters and chooses to write to Nettie to express her feelings instead of God. There is a stark contrast in the way Celie starts to write her letters after she started writing them to Nettie. Each letter after the ones addressed to God started to become more concise, less pleading and much stronger. In her letters to God, Celie merely questions the situation she is in and aimlessly recounts events from that day. However, in her letters to Nettie, she is braver and more confrontational. Celie starts to opens up and talks about events such as her stepfather raping her as a kid and how that had truly affected her which shows her coming into acceptance with the traumatic events in her life. The fact that Celie is coming to terms with and accepting the horrific events that has occured in her life serves as a marker of her strength. This is because she would consistently neglect and push aside her feelings that she felt, and worse still would withstand and carry around the pain and agony of all these events. Furthermore, at the time, women were also forced to comply and accept their fate no matter how cruel and grotesque due to the patriarchal expectations of the era. However, the fact that she chooses to against that and share her feelings and stories with Nettie shows her pushing past the societal boundaries and in fact challenging the notion of the patriarchy. Not only does this show strength but this is indicative of Celie’s resilience. This is monumental as it shows that Celie is doing more than just acknowledging the issue, she is actually taking the steps needed in order to change her life which shows the vast change of character in Celie from the beginning point of the novel. From being extremely passive and compliant, Celie grew to be resilient and has mustered up the strength to actually talk about these “taboo” subjects. This shows the development of Celie’s character, from passive to strong and outspoken. More importantly, from this it can be inferred that the abandonment of God who is a symbol of the negligent male figure demonstrates Celie’s independence and self-sufficiency (173). The modifications in Celie’s letters reflect a developing autonomous woman.Another driving force that caused Celie to stop writing letters to God was Shug Avery. Shug introduced the concept of “The color purple”. The concept of the color purple is representative of ‘all good things in the world that is made by God for both women and men to enjoy’. In other words, instead of living everyday merely by surviving, the concept of the color purple is to enjoy and appreciate the nature of life made for every human to enjoy. According to Shug, God wants people to notice the beauty of his/her creation which includes subjects like sex. She theorizes that God is within us and not outside of us which causes Celie to view the concept of God and religion differently. Shug has rejected the false ideas that the church has tried to inflict on her and redefines religion for Celie. She tells her that God has no gender or race, and exists as an ‘it’. She also states that worship is enjoyment and awareness of the whole natural world, including human sexuality. Shug’s religion is the shared experience of beauty and an appreciation of the richness of life. Celie’s liberation occurs when she accepts this view, which enables Celie to assert her own independence and find her self-confidence, thus no longer writing to God, but to Nettie instead. Again, this shows her growth as a woman and the growing self-love that has been imbued in her.Reliance on the females around herLastly, one of the most fundamental ways Celie has grown as a person was due to the influence of the strong ladies she was surrounded by. Apart from Nettie and Shug, the first instance Celie came face to face with a strong woman was Sofia, Albert son’s, Harpo’s wife. Envious of Sofia’s ability to stand up to Harpo, Celie advises him to beat her to discipline her. Sofia confronts Celie about this and deems her as weak and submissive which acted as a moment of self actualization for Celie. This is crucial because it was in this moment that Celie was challenged to be a stronger individual. Celie looked up to Sofia as a role model. When Sofia was in prison, she lost her sense of self and felt degraded. She goes on to say she “was like Miss Celie now”. After seeing Sofia at her weakness, Celie realizes that she could not be submissive anymore and had to start taking matters into her own hands. This scene served as a moment of realization to Celie. She realised that no woman could thrive in this world as submissive and forces herself to find the strength needed to be a much stronger person. Furthermore, characters like Shug evidently had a large part to play in aiding Celie to becoming more confident. Apart from the various ways she has helped Celie mentioned above, she allows for Celie to explore love and her sexual identity without any shame or remorse whatsoever which aided Celie in finding some sort of liberation and tenacity. Shug’s love for Celie made her feel important and wanted, feelings of which she lacked from those around her. A significant symbol of this would be when Shug decides to sing a song entitled “Miss Celie song” dedicated to Celie in a bar. This not only makes Celie feel loved and appreciated but also gives her sense of identity as it was the first time someone had written a song about her. This puts Celie to ease emotionally and through the course of their relationship, physically and sexually as well. This also symbolises motherhood because reason as to why Celie develops a sense of importance in the novel is owed to Shug. With Shug’s guidance and love, it made growing into an independent individual possible for Celie. ConclusionIn the novel, the character development of Celie indeed plays a significant part highlighting and accentuating the bigger themes such as racism and sexism in the story. Specifically, it is crucial how each individual relationship Celie has with people has aided tremendously in morphing her into the autonomous and resilient individual she has blossomed into. The degradation of womanhood from men, her reconstruction of beliefs in God and the immense amount of support she gains from the women she is surrounded by is used to exemplify her transformation.

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By Heidi Trude, M.Ed, French Teacher at Skyline High School, Front Royal, VA and Certificate Student at the University of Colorado Boulder. Imagine putting on a headset and being transported into another world. That’s what virtual reality does for you. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, virtual reality (VR) is “an artificial environment which is experienced through sensory stimuli (as sights and sounds) provided by a computer and in which one’s actions partially determine what happens in the environment”. In other words, virtual reality relies on a computing device to stimulate and immerse an individual in a virtual environment. Virtual reality is different from augmented reality or mixed reality. Virtual reality immerses users in a completely digital and artificial environment. Unlike virtual reality, augmented reality (AR) overlays virtual objects on the real-world environment. Mixed reality (MR) combines virtual environments with the real-world and allows for interaction between both. Virtual reality has significant educational potential. As Bell (2017) explained, “These tools can help flatten the walls of our classrooms and allow us to take students on virtual reality field trips and engage students in new ways. Virtual reality is one of the fastest growing areas of technology! VR is in its infancy and we are just scratching the surface of what this technology can do and how it will transform learning in our classrooms.” As individuals continue to study virtual reality and experiment with it, there will be even more uses for virtual reality. Thompson (2018) states, “ The market for virtual reality applications is growing at a rapid pace, and is expected to double in the next five years. As the cost of equipment falls and schools have greater access to technology, there is a great interest in virtual reality as an educational tool.” Virtual reality is changing the way in which individuals experience the world, as well as the way educators are sharing the world with their students. GOOGLE VR TOOLS Different types of viewers or headsets can be used for virtual reality; one of the most popular among educators is Google Cardboard. According to Google, Google Cardboard allows users to “experience virtual reality in a simple, fun, and affordable way”. Google Cardboard was created as a 20% project by Googlers, David Coz and Damian Henry of Paris, France. After pitching their idea to Google’s executives, the Google Cardboard Viewer and app were born in 2014. Google Cardboard viewers are relatively inexpensive and can be purchased for $10-15 per viewer. As children, many of us experienced other places through the Viewmaster. With a single click of a button, the image changed and the user was transported to another world. David Hotler describes his experiences, “No other toy succeeded in removing me so completely from my current reality. Like the stereoscopic viewers of our childhood, Google Cardboard and other virtual reality (VR) viewers serve a similar purpose: to transplant users into a new reality by engaging their senses. What has changed is the technology behind these devices, which allows for an even more immersive experience” (5). Google Cardboard takes the experiences of the Viewmaster and amplifies it. Individuals are no longer relying on paper discs, but rather their smartphones. Google Cardboard uses a “split-screen format to create photospheres that offer a three-dimensional view of the scene” (Hotler, 6). With Google Cardboard, the viewer feels as if they were a part of the scene that they are viewing. Google Cardboard provided viewers with immersive experiences, but there was still a missing piece for educators who needed a tool to create guided immersive experiences in the classroom. Google recognized this need and launched Google Expeditions. As Duckworth explains, “ Google responded to educators’ interest by making the Google Expeditions app available to teachers. Expeditions is an all-inclusive app that allows teachers to guide and control a classroom full of students using VR headsets on a journey around major landmarks on earth and in space” (8). Within the Expeditions app, individuals decide whether to be a guide or an explorer. There are guided scripts and questions for the teacher to use while students are following along using the Google Cardboard viewers. All of the scripts and questions are contained within each individual expedition. While the scripts are already created for the teachers, each teacher has the option to skip parts of the expedition. In addition, the comprehension questions are differentiated based on the level of the students participating in the expedition. Teachers can easily search within the app for an expedition connected to their curriculum. Duckworth states, “Teacher controls are extensive, including the ability to see where children are looking (happy face icons), turning on/off ambient sound, opening teacher notes, blacking out students’ views, and navigating to the main menu of the destination” (9). With Google Cardboard and Google Expeditions, lessons come alive and students truly experience what they are studying. By simply putting on the Google Cardboard viewer and following the teacher’s voice, students are transported to another world and are given experiences that were previously unavailable to them. The majority of Google Expeditions are available in English; however Google is starting to create Expedition scripts in multiple languages. There are plenty of cultural expeditions that could be used in the language classroom either in the target language or with wraparound activities to be completed in the target language. WHO’S USING IT? Using Twitter, Google Forms, Google Hangouts, email, and Flipgrid, I reached out to educators across the globe to learn how they are using virtual reality in their classrooms. I did not limit my search to classroom teachers. I also reached out to instructional designers and technology experts. I have come to realize that Virtual Reality in conjunction with Google Cardboard, StreetView, and Expeditions, is an extremely powerful learning tool for students and allows them to be immersed in the content. Virtual reality allows students to be creators and not merely consumers. According to Geoff Derry, an IT Integration Specialist at the IGB International School, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the true benefits of virtual reality is the students’ ability to create these immersive experiences. Derry exclaimed, “Students create their own VR experiences, either tours of the school or experiences for teachers or reflections or interesting ways to present their learning (360 videos)” (Derry interview). He continued “They love it [virtual reality}, but I am sure the novelty of just consuming VR and AR will wear off, that is why we have now focused on creating VR.” (Derry interview). Derry went on to explain how his students are creating 360 photo spheres and then giving their classmates’ the immersive experience. During our exchange, Derry stressed that the importance is on “student creation rather than just consumption”. He explained how his students are now creating their own Google Expeditions using RoundMe and Thinglink. Derry also shared how some of his students are creating 360 YouTube videos by using iMovie. In my conversations with teachers and instructional technology coaches, all agreed that Google Expeditions has allowed students to experiences things that typically would not be possible within the classroom setting. Ben Friesen, Summit Lead at the EdTechTeam and former middle school teacher, shared how powerful Expeditions can be for both the students and the teacher. Friesen states, “I think one of the best ways to use Virtual Reality in the classroom is Google Expeditions. You can do class tours where everybody looks at the same tour lead by the teacher. But, also what is new is that you can go and explore that on your own as a teacher. You can also view it as a student and explore on your own. So play with it!” (Friesen interview). Friesen also remarked that Google Expeditions is a great way to differentiate the curriculum for the students by allowing them to explore based on their personal interest. Sam Northern, a teacher librarian from Kentucky, shared how his students use VR in the library in conjunction with project-based learning: “students have access to Google Cardboard to use with Street View and Google Expeditions. This has been a great way to connect students to the world” (Northern interview). The largest benefit of using Google expeditions is its ability to provide virtual field trips for students. As Brian Costello, a middle school Digital Integration Specialist remarked, “Virtual Reality brings kids to places they cannot otherwise go. By creating their own experiences, it gives them an opportunity to engage in the planning, visual/spatial thinking, coding, and more.” (Costello interview). Sandra Chow, an instructional liaison at TVO in Toronto, Canada, shared how Google Expeditions allow for field trips to be possible without all the hassle. She remarked, “Google Cardboard allows students to access things more quickly and easily without having to go through the logistics of signing permission forms, paying for a bus, or flying somewhere. It gives students the opportunity to visit anywhere in the world and experience things that they may never have the chance to experience” (Chow interview). The enthusiasm that each of these educators showed regarding the use of virtual reality and Google Geo tools was overwhelming at times, but made me realize what a powerful tool this can be in the language classroom. In all of my conversations, the students’ reaction to Virtual Reality whether they were elementary or secondary students, was practically the same. Brian Costello shared, “They were excited about the consumption, but their ability to create and share in virtual reality is incredibly engaging. Students voluntarily come in at lunch and during free time to work with VR for projects.” (Costello interview). Jamie Donally, an elementary teacher and author of the upcoming book, Learning Transported, remarked “Students want to explore the world, and they just need the opportunity. They love the experiences but more importantly, they love to create the experiences” (Donally interview). After hearing from all these educators about the power of Virtual Reality and how much their students enjoyed it, I clearly saw the transformative potential of VR for language teachers and their students. HOW TO USE VR IN THE CLASSROOM There are many ways that world language educators can integrate these tools into their classrooms. Not only do I see the potential for virtual field trips, but also for digital storytelling, telecollaborative exchanges, and cultural explorations. Idea 1: Google Expedition: Field Trip to Paris, French, level I In this activity, I use Google Cardboard viewers and Google Expeditions to create an immersive field trip for my French students. This expedition goes perfectly with one of the chapters in my French 1 book that shows where individuals go in Paris and what they do at the various monuments. In the past, I have shown students images on my SmartBoard, as well as video clips. However by using the Cardboard viewers and Google Expeditions, the students would feel like they really are in Paris. The expedition, Field Trip to Paris, is created by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. It is composed of eight scenes which explore the Arc de Triomphe, Sacré Coeur, the Louvre, the Centre Pompidou, the Musée d’Orsay, the Panthéon, the jardin du Luxembourg, and the stade de France. Upon completion of this expedition, the students will be able to describe important landmarks in Paris and explain what one can do at each site. During the activity, students complete a See, Think, Wonder chart using Padlet. Under the See column, students record what they see in each scene. In the “Think” column, students share what they are thinking about the landmarks. In the “Wonder” column, students ask questions about the various landmarks. After completing the Expedition, I can ask the students to create a presentation highlighting each site and describing in French where they are going to visit and what they are going to do there. In the Expeditions that I have found, I use the script that is provided, which is in English, and then create the wraparound activities in the target language for the students to complete. Idea 2: Google Cardboard with Story Spheres, French, level III Students in French III are asked to create 360 Story Spheres detailing how they spent their weekend. A Story Sphere is a 360 image that contains audio files and can be viewed on a computer or with a Cardboard viewer. Prior to starting this project, I teach the students how to upload their images and audio files to Story Sphere, as well as how to share their finished product. Once the students have an understanding of Story Spheres, they are able to focus on the task of narrating past events. Students take a series of 360 photos using either a 360 camera or using their smart phones and then upload the images to Story Spheres. The students then record an audio file describing what they did in each photo and then upload the audio file to Story Spheres. In Story Spheres, the students link the audio files into the images. Students then embed their Story Spheres onto the class Google Site to keep all the images in one place. Students view each image and listen to the audio using their Google Cardboard viewers. After watching the videos, students work in pairs to ask each other questions about what they did over the weekend. Idea 3: StreetView Scavenger Hunt, French, all levels In this activity, students complete a scavenger hunt in order to better understand historical sites and landmarks throughout France and the French-speaking world. I create a Google Form with the clues the students need to solve the scavenger hunt. Using data validation, I “lock” the responses and the students are only able to move onto the next clue if they enter the correct answer. Students use Google StreetView and Google Cardboard viewers to look for the various landmarks and sites. They work in teams to complete the tasks. Once a team unlocks a clue, they are directed to a page of the Google Form that shares additional information about the historical site or landmark. Within that page, there is a YouTube 360 video that allows students to immersive themselves in that site. After completing the activity associated with the site or landmark, the students move onto the next clue, solve it, and continue to the activity. This cycle continues until the students have finished the scavenger hunt. This activity allows the students to gain a better understanding of France, its history, its landmarks, and its culture. Idea 4: StreetView Town Tours: Front Royal & Charleville-Mézières, French, all levels Google Cardboard, along with Google Streetview and the Cardboard Camera app allow my students and the students at our partner school, the Lycée Bazin in Charleville-Mézières, France to tour where each other lives. By taking 360 photos using either StreetView or Cardboard Camera, the students feel like they are in each other’s town. By viewing all the images from each town, the students are able to understand the similarities and differences between Front Royal, Virginia and Charleville-Mézières, France. During the activity, each student takes one 360 photo using StreetView or Cardboard Camera. If the students choose to use Cardboard Camera, they are also able to record audio within the 360 photo, so they can describe where they are and why they selected the location. Once all students have taken their photos, my students and the students at theLycée Bazin view the photos using our Google Cardboard viewers. If possible, we organize a live Google Hangout to discuss the similarities and differences between the two cities. I also create a Flipgrid topic where the students ask each other video questions. The virtual tours and live discussions help the students understand where their peers come from and help them to develop a better cultural understanding. DOWNSIDES AND CHALLENGES OF VR Even though virtual reality in combination with Google Cardboard, Expeditions, StreetView, and Youtube 360 allows the creation of immersive experiences, educators may face challenges when trying to implement virtual reality into the classroom. After researching virtual reality and the Google Geo tools, as well as communicating with educators who are using virtual reality in the classroom, I have found that one of the biggest challenges educators face in integrating virtual reality is access to devices. Many of the educators that I communicated with shared that funding can be an issue when trying to purchase devices for their classrooms. While the Google Cardboard viewers are relatively inexpensive, the cost comes from acquiring the devices to use with the Google Cardboard viewers. Like several of the educators I interviewed, I was able to get a classroom set of Google Cardboard viewers through a grant, however, not all my students have a device with which to use the Google Cardboard viewers. I plan to apply for a grant to purchase devices for the students, as well as a tablet and router, so I can run Expeditions in my classroom. Jen Caruthers, an educator and technology leader at Mahopac School District, shared that she actually purchased devices for her classes on Amazon Prime Day. Other educators explained how they asked for donations and set up Donors Choose pages to acquire the devices for their students. While acquiring the necessary hardware can be a challenge, having access to reliable wifi can prove equally challenging. In my own building, students do not have access to the wifi on their personal devices. Other educators I spoke with also shared how issues such as unstable wifi and bandwidth created hindrances when incorporating virtual reality into the classroom. Despite these challenges, the benefits of virtual reality ultimately outweigh the downfalls that educators may face in incorporating virtual reality into their classrooms. As virtual reality becomes more prevalent as an educational technology tool, I believe there will be fewer issues regarding accessibility to devices, as well as internet access. Virtual reality is changing the way in which educators and students experience the world. No longer does the learning have to stay within the four walls of the classroom. Virtual reality, along with Google Cardboard and Google Expeditions allows teachers and students to experience places that were previously inaccessible to them. According to Ashley McCann (2017), “Although still an emerging technology in terms of recognizing its full potential, virtual reality offers the opportunity to step into places, roles, and experiences that were previously impossible, or at the very least, inaccessible to most.” Furthermore, “…virtual realities can be designed precisely for human interaction for very specific reasons to create experiences not otherwise possible” (McCann, 2017). Virtual reality has the capability to allow teachers to transform their students’ understanding of the world and allows for curiosity and wonder to enter the classroom. No longer are students just reading about places in a textbook, instead, they are immersing themselves in those places through Google Cardboard and Google Expeditions. By using virtual reality in conjunction with Google Cardboard and Google Expeditions, educators can empower students to travel to other countries, be inside the space shuttle, or even explore the ocean. While there is no specific research on the impact of virtual reality and telecollaboration on proficiency, it appears that adding the element of virtual reality into such partnerships could allow students to experience each other’s cultures, including the sights and sounds of their towns as if they were actually there. This technology could make it possible for those students who do not have the means to travel abroad or to complete an exchange, and to experience another country and culture. Students could create virtual immersive tours and share those live over a Google Hangout. Not only would the students be experiencing each other’s towns and cultures, but would also have an immersive language experience. Students could also create YouTube 360 videos in the target language and view those using a Google Cardboard viewer to create a language-rich and immersive cultural experience. Imagine the power of those experiences for the students! Virtual reality, Google Cardboard, and Google Expeditions allows educators to inspire and engage students in a way that many never dreamed was possible. As virtual reality continues to emerge and develop, more and more educators will start to use virtual reality and Google Geo Tools in the classroom. Holly Clark writes, “While being transported to amazing and far away places is the wow factor that captures students’ attention, VR is not all about traveling somewhere or seeing something for the first time. What Google Cardboard viewers create is the opportunity for students to become creators – creators of content and information they can share with the world” (Clark, 55). By using virtual reality as a creation tool, educators will allow their students to foster the 21st Century skills of creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication, and ultimately develop a better sense of the global society in which they live. So often individuals remark that “a picture is worth a thousand words”. In thinking about this statement, one could say that the immersive experiences provided by virtual reality through the use of Google Cardboard viewers and the Google Geo tools are truly providing users with unforgettable experiences. 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LEARNING CYCLE MODEL FOR LEARNING SURFACE AREA OF TRIANGULAR PRISM WORKSHOP ON DEVELOPING LEARNING MODEL BASED ON REALISTIC MATHEMATICS EDUCATION APPROACH REGIONAL CENTER OF QITEP IN MATHEMATICS LEARNING CYCLE MODEL Realistic Mathematics Education was underlined by the idea of Hans Freudenthal that viewed mathematics as human activity, instead as subject matter that must be transferred from teachers to students (Freudenthal, 1973). Based on Freudenthal’s idea, the teaching and learning process of mathematics should be connected to realistic problem. The term “reality” as the focus of Realistic Mathematics Education means that the problem situation must be experientially real for students. The main focus of the teaching and learning process is activities that lead to the process of mathematization. There are five tenets of realistic mathematics education defined by Treffers 1. Phenomenological exploration Contextual problems are used as the base and starting point for the teaching and learning process. The teaching and learning process is not started from formal level but from a situation that is experientially real for student. 2. Using models and symbols for progressive mathematization The aim of this tenet is bridging from concrete level to more formal level using models and symbols. 3. Using students’ own construction The freedom for students to use their own strategies could direct to the emergence of various solutions that can be used to develop the next learning process. The students’ strategies in the activities are discussed in the following class discussion to support students’ acquisition of the formal level of mathematics concepts. The learning process of students is not merely an individual process, but it is also a social process. The learning process of students can be shortened when students communicate their works and thoughts in the social interaction emerged in The activities used in the teaching and learning process do not merely support learning for a single mathematics topic, but they also should support the learning process of other mathematics topics or concepts. Interactivity, as one of the five tenets of realistic mathematics education, emphasizes on the learners’ social interaction to support the individual’s learning process. This idea is in line with social constructivism that views an individual's cognitive development as a result of communication in social groups and it cannot be separated from social life. The learning process of learners is not merely an individual process, but it is also a social process, and these both perform simultaneously (Cooke & Buchholz, 2005 and Zack & Graves, 2002). Social interaction is a prerequisite to the individuals' cognitive development through internalization of ideas in the community. The learning process of learners can be shortened when they communicate their works and thoughts in the social interaction. However, social constructivism should not merely focus on the individual part and the social interaction the learning systems, but should also focus on the knowledge and skills to be learned as the social products. Considering the importance of exploration, social interaction and knowledge development, as emphasized by RME and social constructivism, it is important to use a learning model that integrates these three components. One of learning model that is suitable for this objective is learning cycle model. II. THEORETICAL REVIEW Learning cycle model is a learning model that encourages students to develop their own understanding of a scientific concept, explore and deepen that understanding, and then apply the concept to new situations. There two types of learning cycle, the first type is the old learning cycle model and the second type is the new learning cycle The old learning cycle model has three phases, namely: exploration, concept development and concept application. In the first phase, students work in small groups to explore the given problems and attempt to solve problems. The teacher acts as facilitator, posing questions and providing assistance as needed. Students have the opportunity to develop their own hypotheses and to test them through a hands-on experiment or observation. b) Concept development In the second phase of the learning cycle, the teacher leads the students through the introduction and development of the scientific concepts central to the lesson. This phase can be facilitated in a class discussion. The students may begin by sharing their observations and ideas from the exploration phase. c) Concept application The teacher now poses a new problem or situation for the students to solve based on their initial exploration and on the concepts they refined in the second phase. In this phase the students work individually or in small groups while the teacher acts as facilitator. The learning cycle may then begin again, as these hands-on activities become the starting point for the exploration and development of a related The three phases of old learning cycle are developed into five phases in the new type of learning cycle model, namely: engagement, exploration, explanation, elaboration or extension, evaluation. In this phase problem is used to stimulate students’ interest and curiosity in the topic of study. However, there must be a connection between what students know and what students can do. Therefore, teacher needs to investigate students’ pre knowledge before posing the problem. Students have a need to relate their pre knowledge to the given problem. During this phase students should be given opportunities to work together. Teacher should act as facilitator and do not give direct instruction to help students solving the problem. In this stage students cooperate to explore, analyze and solve the problem. Students may do hands-on activities to solve the problem. During this phase students have to present and explain concepts in their own words, provide evidence and clarification for their explanation, and listen critically to one another's explanation. At this phase teacher should bring students’ ideas into more general and formal mathematical concept. During this phase students should apply the learned concepts and skills in new (but similar) situations and use formal mathematical concept. Exploration phase may reapply here because students should be using the previous information to solve the new problem. Teacher should observe students' knowledge and/or skills, application of new concepts and a change in thinking and students should assess their own learning. Teacher may pose open-ended questions that involve observation, evidence, and previously accepted explanations. Questions that would encourage future investigations are also important in this phase. The implementation of the five phases of learning cycle model in mathematics teaching and learning can be formulated in the following sequence: 1. Teacher gives apperception Apperception is an initial step of engagement phase. There are two main aims of apperception, namely stimulating students’ interest and investigating students’ pre 2. Teacher poses the problem and ask the students to think individually After knowing that students’ already have required pre knowledge, teacher poses the problem and let students think individually. Students have a need to relate their pre knowledge to the given problem. Students are not asked to find the answer of the problem, but they are asked to analyze what the problem is and what kind of knowledge or strategies they need to solve the problem 3. Teacher makes group of four students and asks students to solve the problem in This activity aims to facilitate the exploration phase of learning cycle model, namely giving students opportunities to work together. Students may do hands-on activities or other strategies to solve the problem. Students are asked to make 4. Teacher conduct students’ presentation and class discussion Students’ presentation and class discussion aims to facilitate explanation phase of learning cycle. Students have to present and explain their work and listen critically to one another's explanation. Students’ ideas should be bridged to the more general and formal mathematical concept. 5. Teacher gives new problems The new problems have to aims, namely providing students opportunities to extend and apply their knowledge in new situation and to evaluate students’ achievement. When solving the new problems, students apply the learned concept and also do reexploration process. Therefore, new cycle of learning begins. This document contains short description of Realistic Mathematics Education and Learning Cycle model, lesson plan and worksheets. This document is aimed to give examples of learning scenario for teaching and learning of the surface area of triangular prism by using learning cycle model. Bybee, R.W. et al. (1989). Science and technology education for the elementary years: Frameworks for curriculum and instruction. 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Grade/Semester : 8/2 Standard of competence : Understanding the characteristics of cube, cuboids, prism, pyramid and their parts with determined dimension Basic competence : calculating the surface area and volume of cube, cuboids, prism, Indicators : - Students are able to reinvent the formula to calculate the surface area of a triangular prism - Student are able to calculate the surface area of a triangular : 2 x 40 minutes (1 meeting) A. Learning objectives 1. Students are able to reinvent the formula of surface area of triangular prism. 2. Students are able to use the formula of surface area of triangular prism. 3. Students are able to use the formula of surface area of triangular prism to solve related problem in daily life. The surface area of triangular prism C. Learning approach and model 1. Learning approach : Realistic Mathematics Education 2. Learning model : learning cycle D. Teaching Materials Marsigit ,2009 Mathematics 2 For Junior High School, Jakarta,Yudistira 2. Media: worksheet E. Summary of material A prism is a three dimensional shape in which each flat surface is a polygon, the across faces are congruent, and every two lateral faces intersects each other parallel lines. A triangular prism is a prism composed of triangular bases and three rectangular sides. The elements of triangular prism are: 1. Face of prism, contains the base of prism (ABC), the top of prism (DEF) and lateral sides (ABED, BCFE, ACFD). 2. Lateral edges are intersect of lateral sides ( AD, BE, CF ) , base edges 3. Vertex ( A, B, C, D, E, F, ) Surface area of the triangular prism is the sum of base area, top area and lateral sides area. The volume of a triangular prism is product of base area and the height of triangular prism. F. Learning Activities Teacher shows a picture of house and asks the following question: a. What geometrical shape is the roof of the house? This question is aimed to recall students about triangular prism and its components b. If students answer that the roof is a triangular prism, then teacher asks students to give the other examples of triangular prism in daily life. This question is aimed to check students’ understanding about the characteristics of a triangular prism by asking to give examples of triangular prism. c. The dimension of living room is 3 m x 4 m. How many tiles do we need to buy if the dimension of the tile is 20 cm x 20 cm? This question is used to stimulate students to recall the concept of area of a rectangle because the area of rectangle and triangle are the prerequisite to learn the surface area of triangular prism. d. Teacher shows picture of a part of the roof and asks students calculate the height of This question aims to recall students about the concept of Pythagorean Theorem. The entire problem in this apperception is not only aimed to recall some mathematics concepts and to investigate students’ pre-knowledge, but it also aimed to create a contextual-realistic learning atmosphere or situation. From contextual-realistic problem, it is expected that students do not only think about formula and other formal concept of mathematics. Instead, students are stimulated to analyze the problem and identify what mathematics concept they need to solve the contextual-realistic problem. For time efficiency, teacher can give the problem above by displaying on LCD screen, instead of storytelling. Other alternative is that teacher gives the problem in a hand out and asks students to work on the hand out. 1. Teacher poses the problem and asks students to think individually (note: the problem is problem number 1 on worksheet A). Students are not asked to find the answer of the problem, but they are asked to analyze what the problem is and what kind of knowledge or strategies they need to solve the problem. Problem number 1 is the most important problem that will be used as the base for the formation of mathematics concepts (i.e. surface area of a triangular prism). Consequently, teacher should encourage students to give extra consideration to this problem. 2. Teacher makes groups of 4 students and asks students to share their individual ideas and solve the problem. After students understand the problem, then they start solving the problem in groups. Students’ individual ideas are shared and developed to solve the problem. Students may do hands-on activity or make drawings to solve the problem. Teacher facilitates the group discussion (i.e. provides guidance, etc) During group discussion, teacher should clarify students’ idea and also scaffold students in solving the problem. Teacher may provide some teaching aids/materials that can be used by students when working on hands-on activities. Teacher may provide a model of triangular prism as the representation of the tent and a roll of tape as the representation of the cloth/fabric. Students may cut the tape and glue it on the model of triangular prism when determining they cloth needed to make the tent. 3. Teacher conducts presentation or class discussion. Several groups of students are asked to present their work. Teacher should bring and bridge students’ idea to the more general and formal mathematical concepts by posing question or other guidance. There are two possible alternative of facilitating the explanation phase: - Teacher selects some interesting work of students to be presented in the classroom discussion. (Note: interesting does not only mean correct solution, but any solution that will contribute to the formation of mathematics concepts). - Teacher asks all group to display or hang their work on the wall, then they can visit, observe and discuss the others’ work. Students can record their question and then pose it in the classroom discussion. 4. Teacher gives new problems (see Task 1) Note: if the time is not enough, the problems can be used for the next meeting This activity aims to : − provide students opportunities to extend and apply their knowledge in new − stimulate students to do new exploration to solve the problem and, therefore, the new cycle of learning begins. − evaluate students’ achievement − Teacher and students make a summary and conclusion about the learned topic − Teacher gives homework 1. The technical assessment : written test 2. Instrument : Homework is used to assess individual’s achievement − Task 1 Task 1 is used to stimulate students to do re-exploration to develop new concept (i.e. the concept of volume) Solve the following problems by using your own strategies and use drawing if it is needed. 1. For the next Pramuka camping, our scout team will make our own tent. The dimension of the tent will be 4 meters long, 3 meters wide and 2 meters high. How long do we need to buy the cloth/fabric to make our tent? Note: the wide of the special cloth to make the tenth is 1 meter. 2. If we would also like to make the base of our tent from the same cloth/fabric, how long do we need to buy the cloth/fabric for our tent? How many meter of cloth/fabric we need in total (for the tent and its base)? 3. All members of the scout team agree to express their creativity by making the tent colorful. If a bottle of paint is enough to paint 4 m 2 of cloth/fabric, how many bottles of paint do we need to buy to paint the tent and its base? 4. A tailor is asked to make the tent. Can you help the tailor draw the pattern of the tent? 5. Find the formula to calculate the surface area of a triangular prism Time allocation: 40 minutes. To help you manage your time, you can follow the following guide: Problem 1 and problem 3: approximately you need 10 minutes for each problem Problem 2: approximately you need 10 minutes Problem 4 and 5: approximately you need 15 minutes for both problems Note for teacher about the worksheet: − Problem (1) involves two tenets of Realistic Mathematics Education, namely: phenomenological exploration and intertwinement. The phenomenological exploration is reflected from the use of contextual/realistic problem and the intertwinement is reflected how students to use the Pythagorean Theorem and the concept of area to solve − Problem (1) and (2) is aimed to stimulate students’ sense of surface area of triangular prism. When we discuss three dimensional objects, a question about their capacity or content is related to the concept of volume and a question about materials needed to make non-solid objects or a question about the amount of paint to paint the surface of the object is related to the concept of surface area. Therefore, the amount of cloth/fabric that is needed to make the tent (and its base) is related to the surface area of a triangular prism. Students may use hands-on activities and various strategies to solve problem (1). For the doors of the tent: 1 m 1 m - For problem (1) and (2), students’ answer is still about the length of cloth (e.g. they need to buy 38 meter of cloth). Therefore, problem (3) is aimed to bridge students from length (of cloth) problem to area problem. To solve problem (3), students need to “convert” the length of cloth into the area of cloth, namely: from 38 meter long of cloth into 38 × 1 of cloth (note: the width of the cloth is 1 meter). At the beginning students may solve the problem by calculating the area of each piece of cloth/fabric. - Problem (4) is aimed to guide students to make the net of a triangular prism. This question is important to help students to formulate the formula of triangular prism’s surface area in more formal way since this problem will help students think that a triangular prism compounded by two triangles and three rectangles. Therefore, it is expected that students are able to find that the surface area of a triangular prism is the sum of the area of two triangles and the area of three rectangles. - Problem (5) is aimed to guide students to conclude what they have done on problem (1) to problem (4). 1. Our scout team wants to make a tent that is made of 100 sacks. Every sack has size 60cm× 40cm. Determine possible dimension(s) of our tent that can be made of 100 sacks without leaving any sacks. Note: we should split every sack. Suppose every sack is split, so the size of the sack will be 60cm× 80cm. Arrange the sacks so we will get a rectangle with size: length = 80cm × 10 = 800 cm = 8 m width = 60cm×10 = 600 cm = 6 m We can make a tent without base in triangular prism with size: The net of the tent could be: R : part that remain 2. Eighteen centimeter square of aluminium foil is needed to pack a triangular prism- chocolate bar. Determine the possible dimensions of the cartoon package that can contain 10 triangular prism-chocolate bars. 18 cm 2 The area of aluminium foil is the surface area of a chocolate bar. Therefore: 18 = 2 area of triangles + 2 area of rectangular sides + 1 area of rectangular base One possible dimension for a chocolate bar is: Therefore one of the possible dimensions of the cartoon package is SCORING FOR THE TASK 1 1. Splitting sack 5 2. Drawing the result of merging 100 sacks 10 3. Predicting possible dimension of tent 15 4. Argument of prediction 20 1. Illustrating/drawing 5 2. Formulating dimension of one chocolate 20 3. Predicting dimension of cartoon package 15 4. Final answer 10 Homework (individual task): 1. Given a triangular prism which its base is equilateral triangle. If the sides of the triangles are 4 cm and the height of prism is 12 cm, find the area of triangular prism. 2. The base of a triangular prism is a right triangle. The right sides are 6 cm and 8 cm. If the height of the triangular prism is 15 cm, find the area of triangular prism. 3. ABC is an isosceles triangle. AB = BC = 5 cm and AC = 8 cm The base-side and top-side of a prism made of triangle above. Find the surface area of the prism, if its height is 20 cm. 1. First, the altitude of the equilateral triangle must be calculated by using Pythagorean Theorem. The altitude of the equilateral triangle: √4 − 2 = 2√3 cm. Area of the triangular prism = (2×area of triangle) + (3×area of rectangle) (2×( × 4 × 2√3)) + (3×(12 ×4)) = 144+8√3 cm2 2. Area of triangular prism = (2×area of triangle) + area of 3 rectangles ) + (8×15) + (6×15) + (10×15) = 48+120+90+150 = 378 cm2 3. Area of triangular prism = (2×area of triangle) + area of 3 rectangle (2×( 1 × 8× 3 ) ) + (2×5×10) + (8×10) = 24+100+80 = 204 cm2 4. Area of triangular prism = (2×area of triangle) + area of 3 rectangles (2×( 1 × 14× 12 ) ) + (14×20) + (15×20) + (13×20) = 168+280+300+260 = 1008cm2

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This article needs additional citations for verification. (June 2015) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) |Predominant national and selected regional or minority scripts| A writing system is a method of visually representing verbal communication. While both writing and speech are useful in conveying messages, writing differs in also being a reliable form of information storage and transfer. Writing systems require shared understanding between writers and readers of the meaning behind the sets of characters that make up a script. Writing is usually recorded onto a durable medium, such as paper or electronic storage, although non-durable methods may also be used, such as writing on a computer display, on a blackboard, in sand, or by skywriting. Reading a text can be accomplished purely in the mind as an internal process, or expressed orally. Writing systems can be placed into broad categories such as alphabets, syllabaries, or logographies, although any particular system may have attributes of more than one category. In the alphabetic category, a standard set of letters represent speech sounds. In a syllabary, each symbol correlates to a syllable or mora. In a logography, each character represents a semantic unit such as a word or morpheme. Abjads differ from alphabets in that vowels are not indicated, and in abugidas or alphasyllabaries each character represents a consonant–vowel pairing. Alphabets typically use a set of less than 100 symbols to fully express a language, whereas syllabaries can have several hundred, and logographies can have thousands of symbols. Many writing systems also include a special set of symbols known as punctuation which is used to aid interpretation and help capture nuances and variations in the message's meaning that are communicated verbally by cues in timing, tone, accent, inflection or intonation. Writing systems were preceded by proto-writing, which used pictograms, ideograms and other mnemonic symbols. Proto-writing lacked the ability to capture and express a full range of thoughts and ideas. The invention of writing systems, which dates back to the beginning of the Bronze Age in the late Neolithic Era of the late 4th millennium BC, enabled the accurate durable recording of human history in a manner that was not prone to the same types of error to which oral history is vulnerable. Soon after, writing provided a reliable form of long distance communication. With the advent of publishing, it provided the medium for an early form of mass communication. Writing systems are distinguished from other possible symbolic communication systems in that a writing system is always associated with at least one spoken language. In contrast, visual representations such as drawings, paintings, and non-verbal items on maps, such as contour lines, are not language-related. Some symbols on information signs, such as the symbols for male and female, are also not language related, but can grow to become part of language if they are often used in conjunction with other language elements. Some other symbols, such as numerals and the ampersand, are not directly linked to any specific language, but are often used in writing and thus must be considered part of writing systems. Every human community possesses language, which many regard as an innate and defining condition of humanity. However, the development of writing systems, and the process by which they have supplanted traditional oral systems of communication, have been sporadic, uneven and slow. Once established, writing systems generally change more slowly than their spoken counterparts. Thus they often preserve features and expressions which are no longer current in the spoken language. One of the great benefits of writing systems is that they can preserve a permanent record of information expressed in a language. All writing systems require: - at least one set of defined base elements or symbols, individually termed signs and collectively called a script; - at least one set of rules and conventions (orthography) understood and shared by a community, which assigns meaning to the base elements (graphemes), their ordering and relations to one another; - at least one language (generally spoken) whose constructions are represented and can be recalled by the interpretation of these elements and rules; - some physical means of distinctly representing the symbols by application to a permanent or semi-permanent medium, so they may be interpreted (usually visually, but tactile systems have also been devised). In the examination of individual scripts, the study of writing systems has developed along partially independent lines. Thus, the terminology employed differs somewhat from field to field. Text, writing, reading and orthography The generic term text refers to an instance of written or spoken material with the latter having been transcribed in some way. The act of composing and recording a text may be referred to as writing, and the act of viewing and interpreting the text as reading. Orthography refers to the method and rules of observed writing structure (literal meaning, "correct writing"), and particularly for alphabetic systems, includes the concept of spelling. Grapheme and phoneme A grapheme is a specific base unit of a writing system. Graphemes are the minimally significant elements which taken together comprise the set of "building blocks" out of which texts made up of one or more writing systems may be constructed, along with rules of correspondence and use. The concept is similar to that of the phoneme used in the study of spoken languages. For example, in the Latin-based writing system of standard contemporary English, examples of graphemes include the majuscule and minuscule forms of the twenty-six letters of the alphabet (corresponding to various phonemes), marks of punctuation (mostly non-phonemic), and a few other symbols such as those for numerals (logograms for numbers). An individual grapheme may be represented in a wide variety of ways, where each variation is visually distinct in some regard, but all are interpreted as representing the "same" grapheme. These individual variations are known as allographs of a grapheme (compare with the term allophone used in linguistic study). For example, the minuscule letter a has different allographs when written as a cursive, block, or typed letter. The choice of a particular allograph may be influenced by the medium used, the writing instrument, the stylistic choice of the writer, the preceding and following graphemes in the text, the time available for writing, the intended audience, and the largely unconscious features of an individual's handwriting. Glyph, sign and character The terms glyph, sign and character are sometimes used to refer to a grapheme. Common usage varies from discipline to discipline; compare cuneiform sign, Maya glyph, Chinese character. The glyphs of most writing systems are made up of lines (or strokes) and are therefore called linear, but there are glyphs in non-linear writing systems made up of other types of marks, such as Cuneiform and Braille. Complete and partial writing systems Writing systems may be regarded as complete according to the extent to which they are able to represent all that may be expressed in the spoken language, while a partial writing system is limited in what it can convey. Writing systems, languages and conceptual systems Writing systems can be independent from languages, one can have multiple writing systems for a language, e.g., Hindi and Urdu; and one can also have one writing system for multiple languages, e.g., the Arabic script. Chinese characters were also borrowed by variant countries as their early writing systems, e.g., the early writing systems of Vietnamese language until the beginning of the 20th century. - Jiahu symbols, carved on tortoise shells in Jiahu, c. 6600 BC - Vinča symbols (Tărtăria tablets), c.5300 BC - Early Indus script, c. 3500 BC. - Nsibidi script, c. before 500 AD The invention of the first writing systems is roughly contemporary with the beginning of the Bronze Age in the late Neolithic[dubious ] of the late 4th millennium BC. The Sumerian archaic cuneiform script and the Egyptian hieroglyphs are generally considered the earliest writing systems, both emerging out of their ancestral proto-literate symbol systems from 3400 to 3200 BC with earliest coherent texts from about 2600 BC. It is generally agreed that Sumerian writing was an independent invention; however, it is debated whether Egyptian writing was developed completely independently of Sumerian, or was a case of cultural diffusion. A similar debate exists for the Chinese script, which developed around 1200 BC. Chinese script is probably an independent invention, because there is no evidence of contact between China and the literate civilizations of the Near East, and because of the distinct differences between the Mesopotamian and Chinese approaches to logography and phonetic representation. A hieroglyphic writing system used by pre-colonial Mi'kmaq, that was observed by missionaries from the 17th to 19th centuries, is thought to have developed independently. Although, there is some debate over whether or not this was a fully formed system or just a series of mnemonic pictographs. It is thought that the first consonantal alphabetic writing appeared before 2000 BC, as a representation of language developed by Semitic tribes in the Sinai-peninsula (see History of the alphabet). Most other alphabets in the world today either descended from this one innovation, many via the Phoenician alphabet, or were directly inspired by its design. Several approaches have been taken to classify writing systems, the most common and basic one is a broad division into three categories: logographic, syllabic, and alphabetic (or segmental); however, all three may be found in any given writing system in varying proportions, often making it difficult to categorise a system uniquely. The term complex system is sometimes used to describe those where the admixture makes classification problematic. Modern linguists regard such approaches, including Diringer's - pictographic script - ideographic script - analytic transitional script - phonetic script - alphabetic script as too simplistic, often considering the categories to be incomparable. Hill split writing into three major categories of linguistic analysis, one of which covers discourses and is not usually considered writing proper: - discourse system - morphemic writing system, e.g. Egyptian, Sumerian, Maya, Chinese - phonemic writing system Sampson draws a distinction between semasiography and glottography - semasiography, relating visible marks to meaning directly without reference to any specific spoken language - glottography, using visible marks to represent forms of a spoken language - logography, representing a spoken language by assigning distinctive visible marks to linguistic elements of André Martinet's "first articulation" (Martinet 1949), i.e. morphemes or words - phonography, achieving the same goal by assigning marks to elements of the "second articulation", e.g. phonemes, syllables - syllabic systems - pure syllabic, e.g. Linear B, Yi, Kana, Cherokee - morpho-syllabic, e.g. Sumerian, Chinese, Mayan - morpho-consonantal, e.g. Egyptian - pure consonantal, e.g. Phoenician - pure phonemic, e.g. Greek - morpho-phonemic, e.g. English - syllabic systems Faber categorizes phonographic writing by two levels, linearity and coding: - logographic, e.g. Chinese, Ancient Egyptian |Type||Each symbol represents||Example| |Logosyllabary||word or morpheme as well as syllable||Chinese characters| |Abjad (consonantary)||consonant||Arabic alphabet| |Alphabet||consonant or vowel||Latin alphabet| |Abugida||consonant accompanied by specific vowel, modifying symbols represent other vowels |Featural system||distinctive feature of segment||Korean Hangul| A logogram is a single written character which represents a complete grammatical word. Most traditional Chinese characters are classified as logograms. As each character represents a single word (or, more precisely, a morpheme), many logograms are required to write all the words of language. The vast array of logograms and the memorization of what they mean are major disadvantages of logographic systems over alphabetic systems. However, since the meaning is inherent to the symbol, the same logographic system can theoretically be used to represent different languages. In practice, the ability to communicate across languages only works for the closely related varieties of Chinese, as differences in syntax reduce the crosslinguistic portability of a given logographic system. Japanese uses Chinese logograms extensively in its writing systems, with most of the symbols carrying the same or similar meanings. However, the grammatical differences between Japanese and Chinese are significant enough that a long Chinese text is not readily understandable to a Japanese reader without any knowledge of basic Chinese grammar, though short and concise phrases such as those on signs and newspaper headlines are much easier to comprehend. While most languages do not use wholly logographic writing systems, many languages use some logograms. A good example of modern western logograms are the Arabic numerals: everyone who uses those symbols understands what 1 means whether they call it one, eins, uno, yi, ichi, ehad, ena, or jedan. Other western logograms include the ampersand &, used for and, the at sign @, used in many contexts for at, the percent sign % and the many signs representing units of currency ($, ¢, €, £, ¥ and so on.) Logograms are sometimes called ideograms, a word that refers to symbols which graphically represent abstract ideas, but linguists avoid this use, as Chinese characters are often semantic–phonetic compounds, symbols which include an element that represents the meaning and a phonetic complement element that represents the pronunciation. Some nonlinguists distinguish between lexigraphy and ideography, where symbols in lexigraphies represent words and symbols in ideographies represent words or morphemes. The most important (and, to a degree, the only surviving) modern logographic writing system is the Chinese one, whose characters have been used with varying degrees of modification in varieties of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and other east Asian languages. Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and the Mayan writing system are also systems with certain logographic features, although they have marked phonetic features as well and are no longer in current use. Vietnamese speakers switched to the Latin alphabet in the 20th century and the use of Chinese characters in Korean is increasingly rare. The Japanese writing system includes several distinct forms of writing including logography. Syllabic systems: syllabary Another type of writing system with systematic syllabic linear symbols, the abugidas, is discussed below as well. As logographic writing systems use a single symbol for an entire word, a syllabary is a set of written symbols that represent (or approximate) syllables, which make up words. A symbol in a syllabary typically represents a consonant sound followed by a vowel sound, or just a vowel alone. In a "true syllabary", there is no systematic graphic similarity between phonetically related characters (though some do have graphic similarity for the vowels). That is, the characters for /ke/, /ka/ and /ko/ have no similarity to indicate their common "k" sound (voiceless velar plosive). More recent creations such as the Cree syllabary embody a system of varying signs, which can best be seen when arranging the syllabogram set in an onset–coda or onset–rime table. Syllabaries are best suited to languages with relatively simple syllable structure, such as Japanese. The English language, on the other hand, allows complex syllable structures, with a relatively large inventory of vowels and complex consonant clusters, making it cumbersome to write English words with a syllabary. To write English using a syllabary, every possible syllable in English would have to have a separate symbol, and whereas the number of possible syllables in Japanese is around 100, in English there are approximately 15,000 to 16,000. However, syllabaries with much larger inventories do exist. The Yi script, for example, contains 756 different symbols (or 1,164, if symbols with a particular tone diacritic are counted as separate syllables, as in Unicode). The Chinese script, when used to write Middle Chinese and the modern varieties of Chinese, also represents syllables, and includes separate glyphs for nearly all of the many thousands of syllables in Middle Chinese; however, because it primarily represents morphemes and includes different characters to represent homophonous morphemes with different meanings, it is normally considered a logographic script rather than a syllabary. Other languages that use true syllabaries include Mycenaean Greek (Linear B) and Indigenous languages of the Americas such as Cherokee. Several languages of the Ancient Near East used forms of cuneiform, which is a syllabary with some non-syllabic elements. Segmental systems: alphabets An alphabet is a small set of letters (basic written symbols), each of which roughly represents or represented historically a segmental phoneme of a spoken language. The word alphabet is derived from alpha and beta, the first two symbols of the Greek alphabet. The first type of alphabet that was developed was the abjad. An abjad is an alphabetic writing system where there is one symbol per consonant. Abjads differ from other alphabets in that they have characters only for consonantal sounds. Vowels are not usually marked in abjads. All known abjads (except maybe Tifinagh) belong to the Semitic family of scripts, and derive from the original Northern Linear Abjad. The reason for this is that Semitic languages and the related Berber languages have a morphemic structure which makes the denotation of vowels redundant in most cases. Some abjads, like Arabic and Hebrew, have markings for vowels as well. However, they use them only in special contexts, such as for teaching. Many scripts derived from abjads have been extended with vowel symbols to become full alphabets. Of these, the most famous example is the derivation of the Greek alphabet from the Phoenician abjad. This has mostly happened when the script was adapted to a non-Semitic language. The term abjad takes its name from the old order of the Arabic alphabet's consonants 'alif, bā', jīm, dāl, though the word may have earlier roots in Phoenician or Ugaritic. "Abjad" is still the word for alphabet in Arabic, Malay and Indonesian. An abugida is an alphabetic writing system whose basic signs denote consonants with an inherent vowel and where consistent modifications of the basic sign indicate other following vowels than the inherent one. Thus, in an abugida there may or may not be a sign for "k" with no vowel, but also one for "ka" (if "a" is the inherent vowel), and "ke" is written by modifying the "ka" sign in a way that is consistent with how one would modify "la" to get "le". In many abugidas the modification is the addition of a vowel sign, but other possibilities are imaginable (and used), such as rotation of the basic sign, addition of diacritical marks and so on. The contrast with "true syllabaries" is that the latter have one distinct symbol per possible syllable, and the signs for each syllable have no systematic graphic similarity. The graphic similarity of most abugidas comes from the fact that they are derived from abjads, and the consonants make up the symbols with the inherent vowel and the new vowel symbols are markings added on to the base symbol. In the Ge'ez script, for which the linguistic term abugida was named, the vowel modifications do not always appear systematic, although they originally were more so. Canadian Aboriginal syllabics can be considered abugidas, although they are rarely thought of in those terms. The largest single group of abugidas is the Brahmic family of scripts, however, which includes nearly all the scripts used in India and Southeast Asia. The name abugida is derived from the first four characters of an order of the Ge'ez script used in some contexts. It was borrowed from Ethiopian languages as a linguistic term by Peter T. Daniels. A featural script represents finer detail than an alphabet. Here symbols do not represent whole phonemes, but rather the elements (features) that make up the phonemes, such as voicing or its place of articulation. Theoretically, each feature could be written with a separate letter; and abjads or abugidas, or indeed syllabaries, could be featural, but the only prominent system of this sort is Korean hangul. In hangul, the featural symbols are combined into alphabetic letters, and these letters are in turn joined into syllabic blocks, so that the system combines three levels of phonological representation. Many scholars, e.g. John DeFrancis, reject this class or at least labeling hangul as such. The Korean script is a conscious script creation by literate experts, which Daniels calls a "sophisticated grammatogeny". These include stenographies and constructed scripts of hobbyists and fiction writers (such as Tengwar), many of which feature advanced graphic designs corresponding to phonologic properties. The basic unit of writing in these systems can map to anything from phonemes to words. It has been shown that even the Latin script has sub-character "features". Most writing systems are not purely one type. The English writing system, for example, includes numerals and other logograms such as #, $, and &, and the written language often does not match well with the spoken one. As mentioned above, all logographic systems have phonetic components as well, whether along the lines of a syllabary, such as Chinese ("logo-syllabic"), or an abjad, as in Egyptian ("logo-consonantal"). Some scripts, however, are truly ambiguous. The semi-syllabaries of ancient Spain were syllabic for plosives such as p, t, k, but alphabetic for other consonants. In some versions, vowels were written redundantly after syllabic letters, conforming to an alphabetic orthography. Old Persian cuneiform was similar. Of 23 consonants (including null), seven were fully syllabic, thirteen were purely alphabetic, and for the other three, there was one letter for /Cu/ and another for both /Ca/ and /Ci/. However, all vowels were written overtly regardless; as in the Brahmic abugidas, the /Ca/ letter was used for a bare consonant. The zhuyin phonetic glossing script for Chinese divides syllables in two or three, but into onset, medial, and rime rather than consonant and vowel. Pahawh Hmong is similar, but can be considered to divide syllables into either onset-rime or consonant-vowel (all consonant clusters and diphthongs are written with single letters); as the latter, it is equivalent to an abugida but with the roles of consonant and vowel reversed. Other scripts are intermediate between the categories of alphabet, abjad and abugida, so there may be disagreement on how they should be classified. Perhaps the primary graphic distinction made in classifications is that of linearity. Linear writing systems are those in which the characters are composed of lines, such as the Latin alphabet and Chinese characters. Chinese characters are considered linear whether they are written with a ball-point pen or a calligraphic brush, or cast in bronze. Similarly, Egyptian hieroglyphs and Maya glyphs were often painted in linear outline form, but in formal contexts they were carved in bas-relief. The earliest examples of writing are linear: the Sumerian script of c. 3300 BC was linear, though its cuneiform descendants were not. Non-linear systems, on the other hand, such as braille, are not composed of lines, no matter what instrument is used to write them. Cuneiform was probably the earliest non-linear writing. Its glyphs were formed by pressing the end of a reed stylus into moist clay, not by tracing lines in the clay with the stylus as had been done previously. The result was a radical transformation of the appearance of the script. Braille is a non-linear adaptation of the Latin alphabet that completely abandoned the Latin forms. The letters are composed of raised bumps on the writing substrate, which can be leather (Louis Braille's original material), stiff paper, plastic or metal. There are also transient non-linear adaptations of the Latin alphabet, including Morse code, the manual alphabets of various sign languages, and semaphore, in which flags or bars are positioned at prescribed angles. However, if "writing" is defined as a potentially permanent means of recording information, then these systems do not qualify as writing at all, since the symbols disappear as soon as they are used. (Instead, these transient systems serve as signals.) Scripts are also graphically characterized by the direction in which they are written. Egyptian hieroglyphs were written either left to right or right to left, with the animal and human glyphs turned to face the beginning of the line. The early alphabet could be written in multiple directions: horizontally (side to side), or vertically (up or down). Prior to standardization, alphabetical writing was done both left-to-right (LTR or sinistrodextrally) and right-to-left (RTL or dextrosinistrally). It was most commonly written boustrophedonically: starting in one (horizontal) direction, then turning at the end of the line and reversing direction. The Greek alphabet and its successors settled on a left-to-right pattern, from the top to the bottom of the page. Other scripts, such as Arabic and Hebrew, came to be written right-to-left. Scripts that incorporate Chinese characters have traditionally been written vertically (top-to-bottom), from the right to the left of the page, but nowadays are frequently written left-to-right, top-to-bottom, due to Western influence, a growing need to accommodate terms in the Latin script, and technical limitations in popular electronic document formats. Chinese characters sometimes, as in signage, especially when signifying something old or traditional, may also be written from right to left. The Old Uyghur alphabet and its descendants are unique in being written top-to-bottom, left-to-right; this direction originated from an ancestral Semitic direction by rotating the page 90° counter-clockwise to conform to the appearance of vertical Chinese writing. Several scripts used in the Philippines and Indonesia, such as Hanunó'o, are traditionally written with lines moving away from the writer, from bottom to top, but are read horizontally left to right; however, Kulitan, another Philippine script, is written top to bottom and right to left. Ogham is written bottom to top and read vertically, commonly on the corner of a stone. In computers and telecommunication systems, writing systems are generally not codified as such,[clarification needed] but graphemes and other grapheme-like units that are required for text processing are represented by "characters" that typically manifest in encoded form. There are many character encoding standards and related technologies, such as ISO/IEC 8859-1 (a character repertoire and encoding scheme oriented toward the Latin script), CJK (Chinese, Japanese, Korean) and bi-directional text. Today, many such standards are re-defined in a collective standard, the ISO/IEC 10646 "Universal Character Set", and a parallel, closely related expanded work, The Unicode Standard. Both are generally encompassed by the term Unicode. In Unicode, each character, in every language's writing system, is (simplifying slightly) given a unique identification number, known as its code point. Computer operating systems use code points to look up characters in the font file, so the characters can be displayed on the page or screen. A keyboard is the device most commonly used for writing via computer. Each key is associated with a standard code which the keyboard sends to the computer when it is pressed. By using a combination of alphabetic keys with modifier keys such as Ctrl, Alt, Shift and AltGr, various character codes are generated and sent to the CPU. 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The aim of this course is to study one of the world's invaluable sources of spirituality and education: the African Indigenous cultural tradition. We shall explore the meanings that Indigenous people give to knowledge (education for a living) and wisdom (education for life). We shall have the opportunity to see the world through their lens: a holistic worldview that sees all of life and ALL that is as Inter-connected and Inter-dependent. Through a documented case study of one of the ethnic groups of Tanzania, East Africa, the course will gradually walk students through several fundamental cultural vessels seen by these people as transmitters of knowledge and wisdom, namely: story-telling, proverbs, riddles, music, dance, rituals, role playing and art. The awesome reflections of Sobonfu Some (of Burkina Faso, W. Africa) will season this case study in a way that gives you a taste of Indigenous Spirituality and Education from two corners of Africa: West Africa and East Africa. Students are invited to see this as a journey through Africa in which they are called forth to fully engage themselves with the people and with the cultures that they meet. As students take this online course they will deepen their experience of life as holistic and inter-connected. In fact, all indigenous cultures have always understood life and all that is as such, so this will be a unique opportunity for each student in the online class to remember and reclaim this life enhancing and cosmic sustaining dimension of life. Throughout the course the instructor and students will dig into this indigenous well of knowledge and wisdom so that, armed with new findings and insights, they may deepen their experience of life as harmonious and holistic. In the final analysis, the course will sharpen their abilities to: analyze new findings and insights from a global perspective; appreciate the power of stories, proverbs, riddles, music, dance, art and rituals in the transmission of culture and values; and assist them to translate these timely and timeless emerging values into their own spiritual development and that of others. Course Learning Goals After completing this course, students will be able to: (the competence designators are suggested for the student, who is free to use other competences or change them): - Identify and appreciate the African Indigenous Worldview and try to learn from it (H-5; FX; AIH; A3B). - Demonstrate how knowledge and wisdom are inseparable and inter-connected. (A3B). - Appreciate the power of stories, proverbs, music, art, and ritual in the transmission of values and culture. (H-5; AIH). - Explain how virtue and wisdom are nurtured in the young people of Indigenous Africa. (H-5; A3B). - Use all emerging findings and insights for their own spiritual development. (A3B; FX; etc.). - Apply these findings to the spiritual development of others, like: family, their local community, mentoring the young on their block, modeling in virtue for an 8th grade class, a college freshman class with students of various cultures and religions, etc. (H-5; A3B; FX). In this course, you will develop the following competencies: Competence Statement and Criteria Can analyze issues from a global perspective Can explain folk arts in the transmission of culture and values Can explore a model of spiritual development and apply it to self or others. Can study and apply insights and findings from African Spirituality to a given business or work situation in accordance with one's Focus area. How the Competences will be Demonstrated in this Course All of students will explore the African Indigenous paradigm of community and inter-connectedness and on this basis go on to study and analyze the issue of the world as one community. They will also have the opportunity to study in some detail how culture and values are transmitted in Indigenous Africa, and then be invited to use the emerging findings and insights in imagining more effective ways of transmitting culture and values in contemporary times. In their short papers, discussions, debate, and role playing, they will be able to apply the findings and insights of this course to formation situations that are familiar to them, such as: family, their local community, their local school, or college classroom. In this course, the demonstration of Competence will be done in assignments 1.5, 2.5, 3.5 and 4.5. In these assignments, the student will be asked to select one main theme from the Module under consideration (or two themes if they have two competences). Then for each demonstration of competence, the students first states the appropriate Competence Statement, then moves on to relate the selected theme to the competence. For instance, a student with an H5 competence may select “community” as a theme in assignment 1.5 of Module One, and then move on to show how the theme of community is a universal human experience, using all textbooks and personal experience. If the same student has an A-3-B Competence, she or he will select another theme from the same Module and proceed to demonstrate this competence in the context of the selected theme and Module being studied. A student may choose to use the same theme in both Competences. Please note: each competence essay should have at least 300 words, but can definitely have more than that number. This applies to the A-1-H competence as well. All discussions and assignment will provide some insights and findings that will be useful in the writing of the final integrating paper. H5: Can analyze issues and problems from a global perspective. Facets of this competence: - Analyzes one or more global issues, problems, or opportunities facing the human race. - Explains how these issues affect individuals or societies in both positive and negative ways. A1H: Can explain the function of folk arts in the transmission of culture and values. Facets of this competence: - Explains the characteristics of folk arts. - Describes dynamics or mechanisms of how culture and values are transmitted. - Describes the role folk art may play in the transmission of culture and values. - Applies (3) to one or more specific examples. Here is a special guideline for the A-1-H Competence: A student who has chosen this competence will do the following: in assignments 1.5, 2.5, 3.5 and 4.5, this student will go to a library, or to a museum or a house of art, may also go to the internet, and there find two Indigenous African artifacts: paintings, carvings, photos and so on and then work with each artifact this way: First, identify the African country from which this artifact comes from, name of artist or name of the ethnic group concerned, approximate date of making; then secondly give a comprehensive elucidation of the spiritual or moral meaning/message emerging out of this artifact. Each Indigenous African artifact or work of art is done (through a profound engagement of the artist’s mind, heart and hand) to convey a certain moral and spiritual meaning. For example an artifact with the figure of Mother, Father and Child shows the importance of family, the importance of parental responsibility and the importance of marriage as the origin and foundation of family. A student who selects this artifact in Module One will then connect this meaning to the theme of community which appears in all the textbooks being studied, and move on to make references to the textbooks and to personal experience. The meaning of each artifact therefore, should be connected to a specific theme in the Module under study, to the textbooks and to personal experience. The main aim of this assignment is to show how values and culture are transmitted through art, and to reflect on how the same is happening in our time. The photos, images or pictures of these two artifacts in each of the assignments 1.5, 2.5, 3.5 and 4.5 must be uploaded into D2L so that the instructor can see them. Finally, the student should indicate at the end of each A-1-H competence essay the source of each artifact, like a library, a museum (which one, where), a website and so on. A3B: Can explore a model of spiritual development and apply it to oneself or others. Facets of this competence: - Discusses the assumptions and implications of a model(s) of spiritual development. - Discusses the model in relation to one's or others' experience. FX: Can study and apply insights and findings from African Spirituality to a given business or work situation in accordance with one's Focus area. In the first week of the course, a student registered for the FX Competence should design a tentative FX Competence Statement and have it approved first, by her/his faculty mentor and finally by this instructor. A student with this competence will also begin the demonstration of competence by first selecting a theme from the Module under study, state that theme and then state the Competence Statement at the beginning of the paper. A student who takes this FX competence will be assessed according to his or her ability to apply learned insights and findings to her or his focus area. Again, make references to all three textbooks and to personal experience in order to show how those learned insights and findings apply to one’s focus area. To buy your books, go to http://depaul-loop.bncollege.com Textbooks: A student must have the first and second textbook, and then select one more textbook from numbers 3, 4, and 5. Each student will therefore have three required textbooks. 1. Mosha, R. Sambuli. (2000).The Heartbeat of Indigenous Africa. A Study of the Chagga Educational System. New York: Taylor and Francis Group. Your instructor is the author of this book, a case study of how Indigenous children were raised among his own people, the Chagga of Northern Tanzania. The main question which the book tries to answer is not what children were taught, but rather, how children were helped to acquire the knowledge and wisdom cherished by their families and communities. The author raises the issues discussed in the book to the level of the global stage by making references to other disciplines such as philosophy, theology, anthropology, psychology, spirituality, ethics, and other related areas of knowledge and wisdom, thus making the work inter-disciplinary and inter-connected with other formation traditions. 2. Some, Sobonfu. (2002). The Spirit of Intimacy. Ancient Teachings in the Ways of Relationships. New York: HarperCollins Books. Sobonfu Some, a native of Burkina Faso in West Africa, gives rich reflections mined from the Wisdom and lives of her West African Dagara village elders, brothers and sisters. She speaks about the importance of a living, breathing, continual connection with Spirit and Community, about the ways of experiencing a genuine intimacy with life itself. You will find her reflections peace-inducing, inspiring and life enhancing. SELECT ONE FROM THE FOLLOWING THREE TEXTBOOKS and let the Instructor know your choice in the first week of the course. - Maathai, Wangari. (2006). Unbowed, A Memoir. New York: Alfred A. Knopf - Some, Malidoma Patrice. (1999).The Healing Wisdom of Africa. New York: Jeremy P. Tarcher/Putnam. - Mandela, Nelson. (2010). Conversations with Myself. New York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Course Grading Scale A = 95 to 100 A- = 91 to 94 B+ = 88 to 90 B = 85 to 87 B- = 81 to 84 C+ = 77 to 80 C = 73 to 76 C- = 69 to 72 D+ = 65 to 68 D = 61 to 64 F = 60 or below Please note: Grades lower than a C- do not earn credit or competence in the School for New Learning. This course consists of 5 modules. The estimated time to complete each module is 2 weeks. Module One addresses the African Indigenous Worldview and its four aspects. It also studies the ipfunda concept, the role of family, elders, the community, and peers in raising children, and looks at Sobonfu Some's reflections on community and spirit. Module Two deals with the transmitters of culture and values, namely, story-telling, proverbs, riddles, song/music, dance, art, ritual and role playing. Module Three addresses six specific virtues of the Chagga people and shows how these are nurtured in the young. Module Four summarizes the main findings and insights and tries to apply these to one’s own personal spiritual development and that of others, specifically in one’s family, local community, or school. Module Five allows you to integrate your learning in your final integrative paper. The following table outlines the course: Week, Module # and Title Weeks 1 and 2, Module 1: The African Indigenous Worldview Read Mosha, pp. vii to 46 Read Some, pp. vii to 39. 1.1 Self Introduction Discussion Weeks 3 and 4, Module 2: Use of storytelling, proverbs, riddles, music, dance, art, ritual and role playing in the transmission of culture and values Read Mosha, pp. 47-85 Read Some, pp. 40-66 Weeks 5 and 6, Module 3: Nurturing Virtue in Indigenous Africa Read Mosha, pp. 87-158 Read Some, pp. 67-101 Weeks 7 and 8, Module 4: Reclaiming the Foundations of a Holistic Education Read Mosha, pp. 159-251 Read Some, pp. 102-140 Weeks 9 and 10, Module 5: Integration of Learning 5.1 Final Integrative Reflection/ Discussion 5.2 Final Integrative Paper This course has six discussions, 15 assignments and one final integration paper. Assignments 1.5, 2.5, 3.5 and 4.5 are designed to give the student an opportunity to demonstrate competence. In these four assignments the student should select one main theme (examples: community; it takes a village to raise a child; parenting; storytelling; proverbs; ritual; respect; silence; courage; hard work, etc) from a given Module and then relate that theme to a particular competence, making sure that the textbooks are referenced, also the experience and reflection of the student. Select one or two distinct themes in a given Module if you are registered for two competences, and treat each competence separately. Always begin your demonstration of competence by first stating the competence statement concerned and the theme you have selected. A student may use the same theme for the two competence papers in that Module, or may select two themes for two competence essays if she/he is registered for two competences. Make use of all materials emerging from the course, your own experience and reflection on all of them. Properly acknowledge all sources and clearly identify your own experience, reflection, findings and insights. Please note: each competence essay should have at least 300 words, and may have more than that number. The final integration paper will have a minimum of 1200 words or four full pages written in 12 font size. This paper will summarize your learning experience and growth in the course. Percentage distribution of Assessments |Fifteen (15) assignments||60%| Grading Policies and Practices To complete the course, you must complete each of the assignments as described in the course and submit them to your instructor by the assigned deadline. In addition, you must participate in the course discussion forum by responding to all instructor requests and by interacting with fellow classmates as necessary. Points are deducted for late work. HOW TO DO WELL IN THIS COURSE: - Participate in class discussions. The class discussions and homework exercises are worth a large percentage of your grade. All Modules ask you post an opinion and include at least two responses to classmates. Be on time with discussions in particular so that others in the class have a chance to read your post and respond to it, and so that you have a chance to respond to at least two other students. Your post should be as comprehensive as possible, and your responses should be substantial, going beyond a mere: “Yes I agree or disagree” to “ You said that….. and I like what you said because…….” Make responses fairly comprehensive as well. - Do not fall behind. In general once a discussion is graded its over. Don't think you can post discussion items several weeks after they are graded and expect credit. The class has moved on and it is difficult for course administrators to find your postings after they have been graded. - Read the assignments carefully and follow directions for each assignment. - Give a large chunk of time to this course, about 10 or more hours per week. - Post all assignments by the specified due date. This will give 7% points. - Read ALL ANNOUNCEMENTS CAREFULLY. These Announcements are up to date and often will give you extra guidelines to clarify what is in the syllabus. For this instructor, the Announcements are crucial if you want to do well in this course. Assessment Criteria for Papers by Competence Each short paper for the competence chosen will be assessed as excellent if you adhere to the required topic and content, which should be in accordance material covered in a particular Module. To write an excellent paper, keep in mind the material of that particular Module, refer to your experience as well, and make use of ideas and insights from other students and the instructor. Acknowledge all sources, write well and systematically, and put your entire mind and soul in the work and reflections. General Assessment Criteria for All Writing Assignments In general, grading of all writing assignments will be based on the following: Content: refers to the treatment of your topic, logically and analytically. This is the substance, the what of the paper; what you had to say about the topic, what you presented in defense of your position, and what your analysis revealed about your thought processes and grasp of the material your grappled with. Organization: is the way your paper is laid out and presented, including both the overall organization and the arrangement of individual sections. These include: a relevant title, and subheadings; introductory material, where needed; summaries, where appropriate; connections and transitions; and what used to be called "rhetoric": the skillful arrangement of the pieces for the maximum persuasive impact on the reader. Mechanics: refers to the use of your Spelling and Grammar checker, the use of Standard English, proper sentence structure and punctuation, and effective and sensitive word choice. Mastery of basic communication and writing skills is a must for undergraduate and graduate students. The paper you prepare should also use proper APA citation form for the in-text references as well as the bibliography. It is important that your essays and papers: - Specifically address the competence that you are fulfilling in this course (assignments 1.5, 2.5, 3.5 and 4.5) - Organize your supportive evidence into relevant paragraphs that address your subject. - Take into account a variety of points of view. - Demonstrate your appreciation of other points of view, showing empathy and the ability to account for the vantage points of others. - Demonstrate that you are able to integrate the evidence derived from your chosen sources into your argument according to Standard English using proper grammar, mechanics, and sentence structure. - Use proper quotation form, including introduction of your quotation as well as your commentary following the quotation. - Have an introduction, the body of main content, and a concluding paragraph for each short paper and the final paper. - Contain proper APA citation form for in-text references as well as for the bibliography. All writing assignments are expected to conform to basic college-level standards of mechanics and presentation. Consider visiting the Writing Center to discuss your assignments for this course or any others. You may schedule appointments (30 or 50 minutes) on an as–needed or weekly basis, scheduling up to three hours’ worth of appointments per week. Online services include Feedback–by–Email and IM conferencing (with or without a webcam). All writing center services are free. Writing Center tutors are specially selected and trained graduate and undergraduate students who can help you at almost any stage of your writing. They will not do your work for you, but they can help you focus and develop your ideas, review your drafts, and polish your writing. They can answer questions about grammar, mechanics, different kinds of writing styles, and documentation formats. They also can answer questions and provide feedback online, through IM/webcam chats and email. Obviously, the tutors won’t necessarily be familiar with every class or subject, but they are able to provide valuable help from the perspective of an interested and careful reader as well as a serious and experienced student-writer. Schedule your appointments with enough time to think about and use the feedback you’ll receive. To schedule a Face-to-Face, Written Feedback by Email, or Online Appointment, visit www.depaul.edu/writing. Discussion Forums are an important component of your online experience. This course contains discussion forums related to the topics you are studying each week. For requirements on your participation in the Discussion Forums, please see "Course Expectations" in the syllabus. A Course Q & A discussion forum has also been established to manage necessary, ongoing social and administrative activities. This is where the management and administrative tasks of the course are conducted, and where you can ask 'process' questions and receive answers throughout the course. Please feel free to answer any question if you feel you know the answer; this sharing of information is valuable to other students. Assessment Criteria for Online Discussion Participation Here as some common expectations for discussion: - Quality, quantity, depth, breadth. - Frequency of discussion participation and interaction; - Relative emphasis to be placed on facts, concepts, critical thinking, and analysis, writing, format, and quantitative reasoning; - Deadlines for participation: first comment by mid-week so there is time for discussion; - Appropriate discussion etiquette; - Frequency of check-ins, at least four times a week. 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Here is a list of activities and resources we are using for a unit on Ancient African Kingdoms that I am co-teaching for a group of homeschoolers, ages eight through ten. The class is a sixteen-week unit that explores the history and culture of eleven kingdoms. We are using the BBC’s Lost Kingdoms of Africa and the PBS series Wonders of the African World as the primary guides for exploration of Ancient Africa, but we are reading broadly as well. The class is a field trip heavy, and during the field trips we will learn about and experience the dance, food, and art of various African cultures, both old and new. And a few of us will cap off the semester with a trip to Ghana. This may be our best unit yet! Throughout the course, we will focus on cultivating the following habits of mind: - Exploring African history from an Afro-centric rather than Euro-centric perspective, and thinking about how perspective effects interpretation. - Understanding and valuing the role of oral history. - Privileging artifacts and primary resources over interpretation. - Exploring art as a unique expression of the culture (by looking at epic poetry, dance, sculpture, and architecture). Week 1: Introduction Before class, students were instructed to complete or begin: - Read three folktales from Nelson Mandela’s Favorite African Folktales: “The Great Thirst;” “Mmadipetsane;” and “The Mother Who Turned to Dust.” - Watch four episodes of Tinga Tinga Tales, from the BBC: “Why Baboon Has a Bare Bottom;” “Why Lion Roars;” and “Why Giraffe Has A Long Neck.” They can be seen on YouTube. - Read Rick Riordan’s The Red Pyramid (due on Week 3). Activity 1: Map (20 minutes) Before class, blow up and laminate a large map of Africa, a map that shows the physical features of Africa without country borders. Have it displayed where students can see it. As students walked in, they should find a spot around the table and began to work on a map of Africa. African Physical Map from World Reference Maps and Forms, page 64. Give them a direction list like the one on page 36. As students are working, they can look at the laminated map and compare maps with one another. Wander around to make sure they are doing it accurately. After they finish, ask them what they notice about the maps. The key thing you want them to come away with is that the Earth did not come with country lines drawn in. That humans did that for lots of reasons, which is what we’re going to be studying this semester. Activity 2: Get-To-Know-You Memory Game (20 minutes) Do you remember the Memory Card Game, where you flip cards that are face down in an attempt to find matching pairs? In this game, the students will create cards that describe themselves to the group. To begin, give each student eight index cards, cut in half. They should write their name on all eight cards, and then write the following on each of four pairs: favorite food, favorite book, future job, and a fear (like spiders or lightening). Collect all the cards, shuffle them, and place them face down on the table. Take turns trying to find matches until all the cards have been turned over. Activity 3: KWL Chart (15 minutes) On a sheet of newsprint, draw a KWL chart. (It’s three columns, with the words Know, Want to Know, and Learned on top of the columns.) Tell students that you are going to fill in the first two columns today, and that you’ll fill in the last column during the last class. Begin by asking students what they know about ancient Africa. Don’t worry if they say things that aren’t true. When you review the chart at the end of the semester, you can come back to the list to see if they should cross things off. If several students disagree about something on the list, you can add the dispute to the Want to Know list. Activity 4: Timeline (15 minutes) Before class, make a 4.56 meter timeline that you can post along a wall of the room. Begin on the right of your timeline and mark “Today.” Mark each centimeter to the left of today, where each centimeter is 10 million years. The far right mark of your timeline will be 4.56 billion years ago, when scientists believe the Earth was formed. Show the students the timeline and make sure that they understand the scale. Next, To lay out on the table sheets of paper with the following terms on them: Earth formed (4.56 billion years ago), First evidence of life on Earth (3.8 billion years ago), First dinosaurs roam the Earth (250 million years ago), Last of the dinosaurs die out (65 million years ago), Primates originate in Africa (40 million years ago), First hominids, like Neanderthal man, originate (7.5 million years ago), Early homo sapiens (like Cro-Magnons, orginate (250,000 years ago), Modern homo sapiens develop, marked by things like their use of language (50,000 years ago), Farming begins in places like China and along the Nile (10,000 years ago), Pyramids built (2,600 bc), American Revolution begins (1776), We land on the moon (1969), Nina was born (2009). Go through each one, asking students to place it correctly on the timeline. “What’s the problem?” Human history is so recent that all of it fits into the tiniest little slice on the 4.5 meter-long timeline. Remind students that when we talk about ancient Africa, or any ancient civilization, it really wasn’t that long ago. Tell them that next week, we’ll have a timeline of the last 5,000 years, to which we will add events as we go through the course. Click here to see the master timeline that we are using for the semester. Activity 5: Folktales (15 minutes) Ask students to reflect for a few minutes on all of the folktales they watched or read for homework. What did they have in common? What were some differences? Why do the students thing the folktales were written? (Help them come up with three common purposes for folktales: 1) morality tales to encourage good behavior, 2) creation myths, 3) stories to explain natural phenomena. Homework Due Next Week: - Choose an animal for which you will write a folktale similar to one of the Tinga Tinga episodes. What trait of the animal will you explain with your folktale? Homework Due In Two Weeks: - Watch Episode 1, Series 1 of the BBC’s Lost Kingdoms of Africa: Nubia. - Watch Episode 1 of the PBS series Wonders of the African World: Black Kingdoms of the Nile. - Read from Kids Discover: African Kingdoms magazine: pages 2-5. - Finish Rick Riordan’s The Red Pyramid. - Read African Voice: Northern Edition. Make a list of 3 questions that you don’t think most grown ups could answer whose answers can be found in this week’s homework. - Complete the vocabulary packet (which you can buy from Kids Discover here). Week 2: Museum of Fine Arts Field Trip The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston offers these great classes for kids, Artful Adventures. The three-week unit will look at both ancient and modern art from around Africa. Each week, we will spend a forty minutes in the galleries, learning about art from different ancient cultures in Africa. Then we’ll spend an hour in the studio working on painting a Tinga Tinga-style cover for a folktale each student will write. Homework: Finish the homework assigned last week. Week 3: Nubia Activity 1: Kushite Deities and Reading/Writing (10 minutes) The following two activities will be layed out on the table for students to work on when they come in: Some of these were the asme as ancient Egyptian deities while others belonged only to Kush. Many of them had the head of an animal on the body of a man or woman. Students will read descriptions of Kushite gods and goddesses and match them to pictures. We got this activity from pages 6 & 7 of Step Back in Time to Ancient Kush. Kush differed from many ancient cultures in that many people from all strata of life could read and write. Students will read a paragraph about the their writing system, which today is called Meroitic, and will try to find three mistakes in a picture of Kushite children learning to read and write. We got this activity from pages 16 & 17 of Step Back in Time to Ancient Kush. Activity 2: Artifact Exploration (30 minutes) In groups of two or three, students will look at pictures we printed from the artifact gallery from the online Nubia collection of the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago. Each group will have two or three pictures to look at and try to develop ideas about what they were used for and what the culture was like that used them. To guide their exploration, they will fill in a worksheet, which you can see here soon. Activity 3: Dice Game For Red Pyramid (30 minutes) We prepared six categories of questions, and laid them out on the table under colored index cards, labeled: 1) True/False, 2) Fill In The Blank, 3) Book Review, 4) Literary Elements, 5) Book-to-Book, and 6) Book-to-Life. Book Review questions ask them to analyze the writing, make predictions, and focus on what makes a book work or not work. Book-to-Book questions ask them to make connections between the book and other books they’ve read. And Book-to-Life questions ask them to make connections between the book and their life. Click here soon for a list of questions. To play, a student rolls the dice to see which type of question to answer. They can decide whether to answer the question themselves or ask everyone else to answer. Again, making it a game somehow makes it fun to have a relatively advanced discussion of literature. - Watch Episode 3, Series 2 of the BBC’s Lost Kingdoms of Africa: The Berber Kingdom of Morocco. - Read “The Clever Snake Charmer” in Nelson Mandela’s Favorite African Folktales. - Complete map worksheet. - Complete the folktale outline. Week 4: Berber Kingdom of Morocco Activity 1: Animals on the Map (25 minutes) We will describe three types of environments in Africa: Grasslands – dry, inland savannas with short grasses and thorn trees, home to many of the largest and fastest animals; Tropical forests – which are hot, wet, swamps, rivers, and small mountain ranges; Deserts – dry and barren with scrub and grass suitable only for pasture part of the time, where animals can live without water for several days. Students will take pictures of various animals and try to tape them on a large laminated physical map of Africa. After we get them all in the right places, we’ll talk about how the animals are adapted to those environments. You can find a list of animals used on page 9 of Hands On Heritage Africa Activity Book. Activity 2: Vocabulary Maps (25 minutes) Using the vocabulary words from the homework, we will make extensive word webs. We’ll put one word, like conquer, in the middle of a large sheet of newsprint and then see how many more of the words from the vocabulary list we can connect to it. So we might draw a line from conquer to wealth, noting that groups often conquer other groups to gain wealth. Then we could draw a line from wealth to archeologist, noting that an archeologist might find Roman money in Ancient Egypt and conclude that Rome had conquered Egypt. We’ll also draw green lines out from each word and add words that have the same root. So we might add conquistadors and conquest. We’ll draw purple lines from each word to words that are synonyms, like dominate or defeat, and red lines to antonyms like lose to or liberate. Finally, students will write two sentences that each use three or more words from the board. Activity 3: Headbanz (30 minutes) We own the game Hedbanz, and have enough bands for each child. Before class, we’ll prepare cards with the names of kingdoms, fictional characters, and historical figures that we have studied this far. All students put on a head band and place a card in it without looking. The first child begins by asking YES/NO questions in attempt to guess their character before the timer runs out. If they do so, they get a token for the students. If there is still time, they can take another card and ask questions until the time runs out. If time runs out before the player guesses their character, the teacher gets a token and the card remains in the band until Round 2. After every player has a turn, round 1 is over. Play for two rounds and count up the points to see of the teacher or the students with the game. Activity 4: Eating Out We’ll head to Baraka Café for a lunch of Tunisian food. - Episode 2, Series 1 of the BBC’s Lost Kingdoms of Africa: Ethiopia. - Watch Episode 4 of the PBS series Wonders of the African World: The Holy Land. Read African Voice: Eastern Edition. - Write intro paragraph to folktale. - Complete independent project planning project. - Start reading Trouble in Timbuktu, by Cristina Kessler (due Week 8). Week 5: Ethiopia Activity 1: Make a Mancala board (45 minutes) Among the earliest evidence of the game Mancala are fragments of a pottery board and several rock cuts found in what is now Eritrea and Ethiopia and which are dated by archaeologists to between the 6th and 7th century AD, but many believe that it is much older than that. Using egg cartons, paint and beans, the students will make a simple mankala board, learn the rules, and play the game. Directions can be found on page 72 of Africa for Kids: Exploring a Vibrant Continent. Activity 2: Timeline (15 minutes) We will add important dates from Egyptian, Kush, Berber, and Ethiopian kingdoms to the classroom timeline. Activity 3: Matching Game (20 minutes) Before class, we will fill two trashcans with 20 inflated balloons in each. 10 of the balloons will have descriptions written on slips of paper and taped to the balloons. Ten of the balloons will have the names of the cultures, people, or events described on the first ten balloons. Students will form two teams. When I say go, the first person from each team will run to the trash can, pull out a balloon and bring it back to their team. When they tag the next person, that person will go to the can and pull out a balloon. This continues until they find have all twenty balloons. While the team is getting balloons, members who are not running can pull off the slips of paper, and begin matching them to other slips. They will tape the matching slips of paper next to one another on a poster board. The first team to correctly complete their timeline wins. Activity 4: Eating Out We’ll head to Asmara for Ethiopian/Eritrean food. - Watch Episode 1 of the PBS series Wonders of the African World: The Swahili Coast. - Read the folktales “The Enchanting Song of the Magical Bird” and “The Lion, The Hare, and the Hyena” in Nelson Mandela’s Favorite African Folktales. - Write draft of folktale. - Fill in independent project calendar. - Continue reading Trouble in Timbuktu, by Cristina Kessler (due Week 8). Week 6: The Swahili Coast Activity 1: Scrapbook Page (40 minutes) Before class, we will print out lots of pictures of Swahili coast (animals, buildings, beaches, etc) for scrapbook pages. We‘ll have a ton of scrapbooking materials available and pictures of Tanzania and Kenya. Students can make one or two scrapbook pages that depict aspects of ancient Eastern Africa. We’ll encourage them to write descriptive captions. Activity 2: Bowl Game (30 minutes) Before class, we’ll fill a bowl with 20 slips of paper. Each kid pulls out a slip and gives as many verbal clues as needed for the other kids to guess the person, character, kingdom, or event on the slip. Next, we put all of the slips back in the bowl. In round two, when they pull out a slip, they have to act it out with no words. The people and events on the slips: Activity 4: Salt experiment to get ready for West Africa (20 minutes) Salt was a highly valuable commodity in the ancient world. It can be mined from seawater that lies in shallow ponds. To see how it works, students will set up the following experiment and take it home to observe it for two weeks: Each student should fill a small mason jar with hot water and stir in salt, one tablespoon at at time, until the salt will no longer dissolve. Tie one of a string to a nail and the other end to the middle of a pencil. Lay the pencil across the mouth of the jar so that the string hangs down but the nail does not touch the bottom of the jar. They should bring the jars home (they can put a lid on it to get it home and place the string in it once they get it home) and place in a warm place. They should write down an observation every day for two weeks. Homework (All of this homework is due Week 8): - Fill out independent study project. - Read “Sakunaka” in Nelson Mandela’s Favorite African Folktales. - Fill out salt observation sheet. - Finish reading Trouble in Timbuktu, by Cristina Kessler. - Watch Episode 4, Series 1 of the BBC’s Lost Kingdoms of Africa: West Africa. - Watch Episode 5 of the PBS series Wonders of the African World: The Road to TImbuktu. - Read from Kids Discover: African Kingdoms magazine: pages 6-13. - Read The African Voice: Western Edition. - Read Mansa Musa: The Lion of Mali, Burns picture book. Week 7: Dance Complex Field Trip We’re working with an artist in residence at MIT. He is from Senegal, and is from a family of griots. He will lead two workshops on dance, drumming, and storytelling. Homework: Finish homework assigned last week. Week 8: West Africa, Part i Activity 1: Check in on Independent Projects (30 minutes) Have each student talk about their independent study projects. Other students can ask questions or make suggestions. Activity 2: Report on Salt Experiments (10 minutes) Have students share what they observed. How do they think this might have applied to ancient Mali? Activity 3: Cup of Doom for Road to Timbuktu (50 minutes) Find an old soccer ball and in each hexagon, write a discussion question with a permanent marker. Have students sit in a circle and tell them that you are going to throw the ball to someone. You will say his or her name before you throw the ball. When the student catches it, he or she has to read and answer whatever question is under the left thumb. After answer the question, students say the name of another student and throw them the ball. Eventually, you can click here to see the questions I wrote on the soccer ball. If students don’t answer a question correctly or well, they have to draw a popsicle stick from the Cup of Doom. Each stick has a different ‘punishment,’ like doing 10 pushups or dancing like a chicken for 30 seconds. (Be prepared for kids to throw the question so that they can pick from the Cup of Doom. They love it!) - Work on independent study project. - Revise folktale. Week 9: MFA2 Field Trip We will continue our three-week unit at the Museum of Fine Arts. - Work on independent study project. - Revise folktale. Week 10: Dance/Drumming II - Work on independent study project. - Start reading Nzingha, Warrior Queen of Angola (Due week 13). Week 11: Crocodile River Field Trip Through several interactive activities, students will explore the art and music of two West African kingdoms. They will also explore how West African music has influenced musical styles around the globe. Homework (Due in two weeks, Week 13): - Episode 1, Series 2 of the BBC’s Lost Kingdoms of Africa: The Kingdom of Asante. - Watch Episode 3 of the PBS series Wonders of the African World: The Slave Kingdoms. - Read from Kids Discover: African Kingdoms magazine: pages 14-15. - Work on independent study project. - Make final edits to the folktale. - Finish reading Nzingha, Warrior Queen of Angola. Week 12: MFA 3 We will continue our three-week unit at the Museum of Fine Arts. - Finish homework assigned last week. Week 13: West Africa, Part II Activity 1: West African meal with member of the Asante people (20 minutes) We will make jollof rice and banana cake, from pages 16-17 in Hands-on Heritage Africa Activity Book. It will be ready by the end of class, when we will eat with a member of the Asante people. Activity 2: Adinkra Stamping (40 minutes) Working with a local artist, and using traditional adinkra designs from Ghana, we will make our own stamps to keep, and create a personal cloth, or join together as a group to make a large cloth. We will also use real adinkra stamps carved from gourds in Ghana. Activity 3: Skit Charades (30 minutes) Before class, make a list of 7 or 8 scences from the Nzinga book, write them on slips of paper, and place them in a bowl. Place students in groups of two or three and have one person from each group come up and pull out a slip from the bowl. Then they’ll have five minutes to prepare their charade. Finally, groups will act out the scenes without talking and the rest of the class will guess. There may be time to chose another scene and do it again. - Watch Episode 3, Series 1 of the BBC’s Lost Kingdoms of Africa: Great Zimbabwe. - Watch Episode 6 of the PBS series Wonders of the African World: Lost Cities of the South. - Read from Kids Discover: African Kingdoms magazine: pages 16-17. - Read The African Voice: Southern Edition. Week 14: Great Zimbabwe Activity 1 – Folktales (45 minutes) In groups of 3 or 4 (with one adult) students will read the folktales they’ve worked on all semester. After each student reads, we will give them warm and cool feedback. For warm feedback they can start with: “I really liked it when…” and “A detail that I really appreciated was _____ because it made me ___________.” For cool feedback they can start with: “I would have liked to hear more about…” and “A detail that was confusing/distracting to me was….” Activity 2 – Pop Quiz on Great Zimbabwe (15 minutes) Students will take a “pop quiz” on great Zimbabwe. Then have a discussion about testing, and how it’s just a way to discover what you’ve learned. “What’s the difference between the pop quiz and the bowl game or the soccer ball game?” Eventually, you can click here to see the quiz. Activity 3: “Bingo” (30 minutes) We created Bingo-type cards, with the names of: Kingdoms, Characters, People, Geography, and Artifacts & Buildings. I put clues on slips of paper, and pulled them out of a bowl. Students used highlighters to fill in their cards. We played until someone had a bingo. Eventually, you can click here to see the cards and clues. Homework: Finish independent study projects Week 15: Presentation/Celebration Students will set up stations with the work from their independent study as well as other work from the semester of which they are particularly proud. Half the students will stand by their stations while all of the parents, friends, and the other half of the students walk around with clipboards and fill out feedback sheets. At the midway point, we’ll switch the presenters. Eventually, you can click here to see the feedback sheets. Every family will bring a traditional dish, food, or drink from an ancient or modern African culture or country. We’ll party! - Watch Episode 2, Series 2 of the BBC’s Lost Kingdoms of Africa: The Zulu Kingdom. Week 16: Zulu Activity 1: Review Activities (15 minutes) Students will complete the review activities in Kids Discover: African Kingdoms magazine: pages 18-19: 1) They fill in a timeline, placing eight kingdoms in the order in which they were in power. 2) They match the kingdoms with something for which they are known. And they do a word search with the names of nine ancient African rulers. Activity 2: Dolls, Shields, and Spears (50 minutes) Sotho brides carry a beaded doll, which they name. They then use that name for their first child. The Zulu tribe makes long painted shields covered with goat hide. The spears of Maasai warriors can be used as peace symbols when a black ostrich feather is attached to the tip of the spear with a string of beads. Students can make a version of either a bridal doll, a shield, or a spear using instructions from pages 26-29 of Hands on Heritage Affrica Activity Handbook. Activity 3: KWL (25 minutes) We will revisit our KWL chart from the first day. Were there things we thought we knew that were wrong? Did we learn everything they wanted to learn? What else did they learn? What might they continue to learn about? If you want to read more about some of the ideas on this page, you may want to read these posts:

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SHORT READINGS: 25 MG/YA Short Story/Personal Essay Anthologies by Lesley Roessing The Value & Importance of Short Stories There are a multitude of reasons for including short stories in the curriculum and student reading. Many readers have not built up reading stamina. When they do read novels, they choose novels below their reading levels, they abandon novels before finishing, or they read Spark Notes, summaries, or find other ways to avoid actually reading. Short stories are, by definition, short. Short stories range in lengths, varying from 1,500 to 10,000 or more words. Therefore, reader stamina can be slowly increased with complete texts, while giving readers a sense of accomplishment because they have finished an entire text. Short stories also are valuable resources when classes or students are short on time or when students neglect to bring their independent reading books to class. Short stories provide useful teaching tools. At the beginning of the year, before tackling a class novel, I used short stories to teach or review literary elements, author’s craft, and to teach and apply reading strategies. I would choose a short story based on the element, such as setting, that I wished to highlight in my focus lesson and would also use that short story to focus on a reading strategy. We would then put it all together when reading our whole-class novel. Short stories can be employed as an introduction to, and practice for, Book Clubs. Teachers can employ Short-Story Clubs to teach and practice Book Club social skills, such as preparing for and holding effective discussions, and for practicing meeting strategies and guidelines before a class embarks on novel book clubs (see Talking Texts: A Teachers’ Guide for Book Clubs across the Curriculum for more on short story and other text clubs). Short-Story Clubs offer the same opportunities as Book Clubs; members of a club can read and discuss a short story over 1-2 meetings and make a short presentation for the class. Advanced readers could read different short stories on the same topic or theme within a Club, comparing and contrasting stories individually read, or each Short-Story Club member could read a different story by the same author and the members could analyze the author’s craft. The Value of Anthologies - They introduce students to new authors, most of whom have written YA novels which students might become interested in reading. - The stories/essays in most of these anthologies are centered around a topic (sports) or theme (prejudice), offering differing perspectives and voices on that topic or theme. - Anthologies contain stories of various lengths, reading and interest levels, genres, and formats, allowing readers to find one or more stories that match them as readers. - Anthologies, especially the more current publications, offer culturally-diverse characters and authors as well as an assortment of genres and perspectives. 22 Short Story and 3 Personal Essay Anthologies Flying Lessons & Other Stories (2017) – Ellen Oh, ed. (with We Need Diverse Books) These ten stories about family, neighborhood, young love, racism, loss, poverty, sports, compassion, and dreams, written in a variety of genres and representing characters with diverse in ethnicity, race, religions, ability, and sexuality, represent multiple perspectives. The stories were written by popular MG authors Kwame Alexander, Soman Chainani, Matt de la Peña, Tim Federle, Grace Lin, Meg Medina, Walter Dean Myers, Tim Tingle, Jacqueline Woodson, and Kelly Baptist. Black Enough: Stories of Being Young and Black in America (2019) – Ibi Zoboi, ed. Zoboi invited “sixteen other Black authors to write about teens examining, rebelling against, embracing, or simply existing within their own ideas of Blackness” (xiii) in a book that invites some adolescents to see their lives and experiences reflected and invites others to experience the lives of their contemporaries. This anthology featured some of my favorite authors—Jason Reynolds, Nic Stone, Tracey Baptiste, Kekla Magoon, while meeting authors new to me, such as Leah Henderson, Dhonielle Clayton, Justina Ireland, and Ibi Zoboi. But even more interesting to me was that my favorite stories in the anthology were the type of plots I don’t usually gravitate to—stories with a bit of a twist. These stories broadened my reading horizons. Fresh Ink: An Anthology (2019) – Lamar Giles, ed. (with We Need Diverse Books)Twelve new stories—10 prose, 1 graphic story, and a 1-act play (published posthumously by some of the most popular, culturally-diverse, contemporary YA authors, such as Walter Dean Myers, Jason Reynolds, Gene Luen Yang, Nicola Yoon, Daniel Jose Older, and Sharon Flake. These stories present Muslim, Native, LBGTQ, Black, Iranian, Latinx, Filipina, and Japanese characters whose race or gender presents a challenge. Editor Giles states in his Introduction that his hope is, with this book, readers find heroes that looks, thinks, or feels like them and, “if not, …find glimpses into other worlds that are both respectful and enlightening.” How Beautiful the Ordinary: Twelve Stories of Identity (2009) – Michael Cart, ed.Twelve stories that present modern views of love, sexuality, and gender identification and LGBTQ experience by such authors as David Levithan, Margo Lanagan, Francesca Lia Block, William Sleator. Jacqueline Woodson, Gregory Maguire, Ron Koertge, Emma Donoghue, and Julie Ann Peters. Open Mic: Riffs on Life Between Cultures in Ten Voices (2013) –Mitali Perkins, ed. Ten fiction and memoir stories, written in a variety of genre—graphic stories, free verse, and prose—and perspectives—first person and third, about growing up between cultures by authors Mitali Perkins, Varian Johnson, David Yoo, G. Neri, Naomi Shahib Nye, Cherry Cheva, Debbie Rigaud, Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich, Francisco Stork, and Gene Luen Yang. The Hero Next Door (2019) – Olugbenisola Rhuday-Perkovich, ed. (We Need Diverse Books) These thirteen MG short stories explore everyday acts of bravery among our families, neighbors, and friends; deeds that make our world a better, kinder place to live. A true multicultural collection, authors include familiar and new (to some readers) names from diverse cultures, such as R.J. Palacio, Linda Sue Park, Hena Khan, Cynthia Leitich, Ellen Oh, Lamar Giles, and Joseph Bruchac, whose stories offer diverse characters and a variety of perspectives. Unbroken: 13 Stories Starring Disabled Teens (2018) – Marieke Nijkamp, ed. The protagonists in each of these fictional stories are challenged by a diverse range of disabilities, such vision and ambulation impairment, anxiety, chronic pain, Bi-Polar Disorder, schizophrenia, cerebral palsy, and autism, and are offered different levels of support. This is a true windows-mirrors collection that will invite readers into the worlds of those who navigate life differently, even in different time periods and also feature culturally-diverse characters. As an #OwnVoices collection, all the authors identify as disabled along a physical, mental, or neuro-diverse axis, authors, many new to me, such as Francisco X, Stork, Heidi Heilig, Dhonielle Clayton, Corinne Duyvis, and Kody Keplinger. Prejudice: A Story Collection (1998) – Daphne Muse, ed. A collection of short stories about adolescents facing prejudice and ignorance of many types—prejudice about body image, disability, sexuality, gender, race, religion, and class issues. The stories expose the impact of prejudice on adolescents but also how it is possible for prejudice to transform into understanding, giving us hope for the future. The characters are diverse—Latinx, Black, Asian-American, Jewish, LBGTQ, immigrant, and teens with disabilities. The authors of these fifteen stories include such well-known names as Jacqueline Woodson, Flannery O’Connor, Sandra Cisneros, Chris Crutcher, and Mitali Perkins. Even though this anthology is over twenty years old, the stories are still relevant. Shelf Life: Stories by the Book (2003) – Gary Paulsen, ed. In his Introduction, author Gary Paulsen states, “Books saved my life. First reading and then writing them.…books are the reason I survived my miserable childhood.” Paulsen tasked ten authors to write stories for this collection, stories that feature books, real or fictious and the young people who are changed by their encounters with books. The stories, which “range from fantasy to farce, from realism to science fiction,” were created by authors such as Margaret Peterson Haddix, Ellen Wittlinger, M.T. Anderson, A, LaFaye, and Joan Bauer. Necessary Noise: Stories about Our Families as They Really Are (2003) – Michael Cart, ed. All families are different and can be defined by connections between people not necessarily biologically related. Some children live in ever-changing family structures. Editor Michael Cart invited ten sYA authors, such as Nikki Grimes, Sonya Sones, Walter Dean Myers, and Lois Lowry, to write stories about what “family” means in today’s world. Going Where I’m Coming From: Memoirs of American Youth (1995) - Anne Mazer, ed. These fourteen memoirs about immigration and bridging cultures, are set in Watts, Hawaii, New York, Boston, Cleveland, San Antonio, NJ, the Standing Rock Sioux reservation, the San Joaquin Valley, and rural Alabama. These stories of identity and self-discovery were written by such diverse authors as Luis Rodriguez, Ved Mehta, Thylias Moss, Naomi Shihab Nye, Lensey Namioka, and Gary Soto. Connections (1990) – Donald R. Gallo, ed. Seventeen stories about connections among teens divided into ‘Encounters,” “Clashes,” “Surprises,” and “Insights,” introducing readers to such authors as Sue Ellen Bridgers, Robin Brancato, Gordon Korman, Ouida Sebestyen, M.E.Kerr, and Judie Angell. Ultimate Sports (1995) – Donald R. Gallo, ed. Sixteen original stories about basketball and football, track and cross-country, water sports, racquetball and tennis, boxing and wrestling, featuring both male and female athletes. These stories are not only about the sports, they are about the advantages, such as teamwork, self-esteem, overcoming adversity, and perseverance, as well as the disappointments, competitions, and physical and psychological injuries that can result. Authors include Harry Mazer, Norma Fox Mazer, Carl Deuker, Will Weaver, Todd Strasser, and sports reporter Robert Lipsyte. First Crossing: Stories about Teen Immigrants (2007) – Donald Gallo, ed. From 1994 to 2017, the population of immigrant children in the United States grew by 51 percent, to 19.6 million, or one-quarter of all U.S. children. The ten fictional stories in this collection describe teen immigrants navigating not only the typical challenges of adolescence but also a new country and will provide a mirror and map for immigrant readers and help other readers gain insights into the lives of some of their peers. The diverse group of authors include Minfong Ho, Jean Davies Okimoto, Dian Curtis Regan, and Pam Munoz Ryan. What Are You Afraid Of?: Stories about Phobias – Donald R. Gallo, ed. A phobia is not just a fear but an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something, a debilitating anxiety. Eleven authors, including Joan Bauer, Alex Flinn, Neil Shusterman, Nancy Springer, Angela Johnson, and David Lubar, present ten stories about agoraphobia, claustrophobia, and intense fears of clowns, sharp knives, crossing streets, string, and public speaking and how their characters deal with these phobias. No Easy Answers: Short Stories about Teenagers Making Tough Choices (1999) – Donald R. Gallo, Ed Daily, adolescents face moral dilemmas and have tough choices to make and, when doing so, will face consequences—positive or negative. Some decisions affect their current lives and some will affect their futures. Sixteen YA authors, such as Will Weaver, M.E. Kerr, Gloria Miklowitz, Graham Salisbury, Virginia Euwer Wolff, Jack Gantos, and Walter Dean Myers, have contributed stories about teens dealing with such crises as peer pressure, unplanned pregnancy, drug us, gang violence—problems to which there are no easy answers. Owning It; Stories about Teens with Disabilities (2008) – Donald R. Gallo, ed. Ten original short stories about physical and psychological disabilities, such as ADD, Tourette’s Syndrome, alcoholism, blindness, obesity, asthma, brain damage, and cancer, written by such authors as Chris Crutcher, David Lubar, Kathleen Jeffrie Johnson, Gail Giles, and Robert Lipsyte. Visions: 19 Short Stories (1988) – Donald R. Gallo, ed. Nineteen original short stories about the joys and sorrows of teens, including romance, family divorce, death and loss, written by such authors as Fran Arrick, Joan Aiken, Cin Forshay-Lunsford, Jane Yolen, and Lensey Namioka. Join In: Multiethnic Short Stories by Outstanding Writers for Young Adults (1993) – Donald R. Gallo, ed. Seventeen original short stories about connections and confrontations, friendships, identity, prejudice, expectations by such authors as Rita Williams Garcia, Linda Crew, Minfong Ho, Gloria Gonzalez, Julius Lester, and Danny Romero. Twelve Shots: Outstanding Short Stories about Guns (1997) – Harry Mazer, ed Twelve stories featuring the world of guns and how they different adolescents in divergent paces and situations, written by such authors as Walter Dean Myers, Richard Peck, Chris Lynch, Frederick Bush, and Rita Williams-Garcia. Visions of Fantasy: Tales from the Masters (1989) – Isaac Asimov aand Martin H. Greenberg, eds According to editor Asimov, “Fantasy is an story that isn’t true, and can’t be.” This collection will introduce adolescent readers to fantasy or to acquaint fantasy-readers to a variety of popular fantasy authors. The twelve stories feature witches, princes, dragons, victims, and evil forces and were written by such writers as Ray Bradbury, Madeleine L’Engle, Jane Yolen, Bruce Coville, and Isaac Asimov. Hope Nation: YA Authors Shares Personal Moments of Inspiration (2018) – Rose Brock, ed. Contemporary adolescents are dealing with a variety of issues and feelings of powerlessness in a complex world that sometimes feels hopeless. Twenty-four YA authors speak to teens through poetry, essays, and letters of hope in this nonfiction, rather than short story, collection. They inspire readers by sharing difficult childhoods and obstacles and experiences they overcame. Readers will appreciate the personal stories of authors of their favorite novels, such as David Levithan, Julie Murphy, Angie Thomas, Nic Stone, Libba Bray, Nicola Yoon, Jason Reynolds, and I.W.Gregorio. Nevertheless, We Persisted: 48 Voices of Defiance, Strength, and Courage (2018) - Amy Klobuchar, ed. A collection of personal stories from actors, activists, athletes, politicians, musicians, writers, and teens who share stories of facing challenges and adversity, and even hatred, because of their race, gender, or sexual identity—but, nevertheless, persisted through these obstacles to achieve success in their fields and lives. These are stories of resilience that will resonate with some readers, enlighten others, and inspire all. Some of the contributors that teen readers will meet are teen activist Gavin Grimm, actor Maulik Pancholy, fashion model Jillian and chef Maneet Chauhan, While most entires are essays or personal narratives, some are creatively written in such formats as a graphic story, a script, a conversation, and an interview. You Too?: 25 Voices Share Their #MeToo Stories (2020) – Janet Gurtler, ed. Teens should realize that no young person—female or male—should be subject to sexual assault, or made to feel unsafe, less than, or degraded. Twenty-five YA authors share personal stories of physical and verbal abuse, harassment, and assault—from strangers, acquaintances, and family members. Included in this volume are stories of trial, loss, shame, and resilience and, most important, acknowledging self-worth. These essays illustrate to adolescent readers that there is no “right” way to deal with trauma; each survivor has to find their own way of processing and surviving trauma. This book will not only provide a mirror, sometimes unexpectedly, for some readers and a window for others, helping to build empathy, but will offer a map for many readers. This is a book that needs to be read and discussed by young women and men and the adults in their lives. Some familiar authors of diverse cultures who share their experiences are Eileen Hopkins, Cheryl Rainfield, Patty Blout, Ronni Davis, Nicholas DiDomizio, Andrea L. Rogers, and Lulabel Seitz. The Creativity Project: An Awesometastic Story Collection (2018) – Colby Sharp, ed. Every story starts with an inspiration—a picture, an object, a news article, a scene, a memory, the list can be endless. One of the most creative collections I have read, this Project celebrates not only stories, but story seeds. Editor and teacher Colby Sharp tasked 44 well-known and beloved authors with creating story prompts for each other, and the resulting short prose stories, graphic stories, poems, and illustrations can, in turn, be employed as mentor writings and prompts. Contributors include Grace Lin, Tracey Baptiste, R.J. Palacio, Kate DiCamillo, Lemony Snicket, Naolmi Shihab Nye, Sherman Alexie, Linda Sue Park, Jewell Parker Rhodes, and Kate Messner. This book will be a treasure for teachers of reading and writing and will entice even the most reluctant readers. Lesley is the author of Bridging the Gap: Reading Critically & Writing Meaningfully to Get to the Core; Comma Quest: The Rules They Followed. The Sentences They Saved; No More “Us” & “Them: Classroom Lessons and Activities to Promote Peer Respect; The Write to Read: Response Journals That Increase Comprehension; the recently-published Talking Texts: A Teachers’ Guide to Book Clubs across the Curriculum and has contributed chapters to Young Adult Literature in a Digital World: Textual Engagement though Visual Literacy and Queer Adolescent Literature as a Complement to the English Language Arts Curriculum, and the upcoming Story Frames. She served as past editor of Connections, the award-winning journal of the Georgia Council of Teachers of English and, as columnist for AMLE Magazine, shared before, during, and after-reading response strategies across the curriculum through ten “Writing to Learn” columns.

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By Deborah Klens-Bigman, Ph.D. Principles & Concepts Techniques & Training Methods Etiquette & Customs Iaido is the contemporary Japanese art of drawing the long sword. Iaido contrasts with kenjutsu (combative swordsmanship), techniques done with swords already drawn, and kendo, the Japanese sport of fencing. Basic iaido kata combines drawing the sword with either a defensive block or cut, usually followed by another cut, then chiburi (moving the blade in such as way as to remove blood and tissue) and noto (returning the blade to the scabbard). While kenjutsu and sword-drawing techniques (batto-ho) were originally taught together, they are now usually, but not always, taught as separate art forms. Iaido, as the sword-drawing forms became known in the 1930's, is now used not only to teach sword techniques, but as a form of mental and physical discipline, emphasizing correct technique and form, meditation and character development. Iaido training consists of solo kata (forms) and partner forms, called kumidachi. All forms emphasize etiquette in the respectful handling of the sword. The solo forms consist of properly drawing, cutting and returning the sword to the scabbard. Kumidachi forms are performed using bokuto Iaido Principles & Concepts While both batto-ho and kenjutsu were taught before 1600, sword techniques became more popular after this date, reflecting the change in the role of samurai from soldier during Japan's civil conflicts to members of the ruling class. Samurai wore daisho (lit. "large-small"), a katana (long sword) and a wakizashi (short sword), thrust through the obi (belt or sash) as a symbol of membership in this class (firearms were relegated to infantry). Drawing the sword became more important at this time since duels were common to keep the peace and settle personal grudges or other Iaido has been characterized as a defensive art form, owing to the fact that practitioners begin and end kata with the sword in its sheath. Beginning and middle-level kata do emphasize reacting to, rather than provoking, an attack, but higher-ranking forms are often more aggressive, drawing the sword and pushing through a crowd to cut down an unaware opponent, The Meiji (post feudal period from 1863-1912) government dismantled the shogunal class system (feudal class system) and banned the wearing of swords after 1868. Former members of the samurai class continued to practice sword techniques but the emphasis shifted from dueling to self-discipline and character-building. Iaido techniques were organized into beginning, middle level and advanced sets, and became affiliated with concepts common to other Japanese traditional arts, including elegance, simplicity, jo-ha-kyu, shu-ha-ri, zanshin, in-yo (yin-yang) koshi, ma-ai, and the use of kata as the principal means of training. Zanshin is the sense of lingering awareness. Iaido kata foster the development of awareness in solo kata by encouraging the student to visualize the opponent. In kumidachi, students learn zanshin in patterns of attack, defense and counterattack. While mushin ("no mind") has been considered an esoteric outcome of iaido practice, zanshin is more practical and more realistically attainable. Ma-ai refers to the critical distance between opponents, a point at which forces are essentially neutral, but where anything can happen. Fundamental to ma-ai is ma, roughly defined as the way something (or someone) moves through space over time. Many teachers have stated that ma "cannot be taught," either one has this sense of timing, or one does not. However, ma can be enhanced and developed through training. An iaidoka (a student of iaido) who has a good, well-developed sense of ma has an uncanny sense of time and distance. Combined with a sense of zanshin, it is the difference between a merely competent practitioner and a great As in other traditional martial art forms, the ma-ai of iaido embodies the concept of the sphere of protection, but in this case the circle is extended by the use of the sword. The sphere is realized by sword cuts in eight directions: straight down, horizontally (from both the left and the right), diagonally down and up on left and right sides, and the thrust. Many kenjutsu and some iaido dojo practice the different cuts in arranged sequences, called happogiri (simply, "eight direction cuts"). Iaido also shares with other traditional art forms the sense of jo-ha-kyu. This is a formalistic organizing principle, which has been variously interpreted as "slow, medium, fast" and "beginning, middle, end." It is characterized by a sense of rising action; for example, from an initial draw and small cut (or parry), to the larger, "killing cut." Individual actions which make up a given kata also have this sense of In-yo (or yin-yang) is the unity or complementary of opposites. Individual iaido kata contain many instances of in-yo. The most obvious may be that in all iaido kata, the sword is drawn, then returned to the sheath. More philosophically, in-yo can be seen in that, as a deadly art form, iaido is a contemplation of life and death. Shu-ha-ri is often used to describe a student's progression through training. "Shu" means "conservative" and is often translated as "tradition." The beginning student learns the fundamentals of the art form, and all the techniques and kata, essentially as her teacher has shown her. "Ha" means "break" and has been variously interpreted in Western martial art circles as "breaking the tradition" or even "breaking with your teacher." However, it could also mean breaking as in "breakthrough in understanding", i.e., going beyond the mechanics of the techniques to discover their underlying meaning. "Ri," therefore, which has been interpreted in the West as "founding your own style," or even "preserving the style but adding to it," means "freedom" and could instead be interpreted as "owning the kata," establishing one's own identity within the traditionally arranged and performed techniques. Iaido at this point becomes very like free-flowing movement. Few practitioners attain this level, though it remains a goal of training, however elusive. Iaido Techniques & Training Methods Though only samurai men traditionally practiced long sword, men and women from all walks of life around the world now study iaido. There is no difference in the standard of training for men and women. Currently, the most practiced styles of iaido are the Muso Shinden Ryu and the Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu, presumed to be branches of the original style of batto jutsu founded by Hayashizaki Jinsuke Shigenobu (Taylor and Ohmi 1997: 83). Both styles contain three sets of kata: a beginner's set, a middle level set and oku (secret) forms for high-level students. The names of the sets are the same for both styles, though the names of the individual forms have been changed. The beginner's set, the Omori Ryu, consists of twelve kata, eleven beginning from the kneeling position called seiza, and one starting from a standing position. These forms acquaint students with the basics of properly drawing, cutting, and sheathing the sword. The kneeling position provides the student with a stable base, building strength and control in the lower body. The middle set, Hasegawa Eishin Ryu, consists of ten kata, nine originating with the practitioner sitting in tatehiza, a position with one knee raised, and the tenth in seiza. The imaginary opponents in these forms are in much closer proximity to the student than in the first set, requiring close-in stabbing and cutting movements. The footwork is more intricate, featuring weight shifts, sliding back and forth along the floor on the knees, and stepping towards and away from the imaginary opponent. The high-level set, called Okuiai (secret iai) consists of both standing and tatehiza forms. Kata at this level looks surprisingly simple--like natural movement, but the simplicity is deceptive; a student may study for 10 years or longer before beginning to comprehend and technically be able to handle these forms. Throughout iaido training, emphasis is placed on mindfulness, a sense of calm concentration, and the building of character. In addition, the All Japan Kendo Federation has developed kata drawn from various styles, called the Zenkenrenmei or Seiteigata forms. Affiliated kendo federations around the world practice these forms and hold standard ranking examinations for them. The popularity of practicing these forms varies among kendo players. For example, in Eastern Canada and the US, there is a great deal of interest in Zenkenrenmei; whereas in parts of Japan, it seems less important. Various kendo organizations have sponsored forms competition in iaido, and competition for ranking in Zenkenrenmei is intense in some US kendo dojos. In these cases, there may sometimes be a distinction between men's and women's competition, as there is in modern kendo. However, iaido remains mostly a noncompetitive martial art, with a relatively small number of practitioners, in which mindfulness through proper technique remains the goal of practice. Iaido Etiquette & Customs Iaido practice is framed by respect and politeness. There is a great deal of etiquette with regard to Japanese swords in general, and, though it is simplified in the iaido dojo, the rationale is essentially the same: to prevent damage to the sword, to prevent injury to the iaidoka using the sword, and to prevent injury to others in the room, whether fellow practitioners or bystanders. Practitioners therefore are expected to be properly dressed in well-fitting hakama (traditional Japanese pleated trousers), obi (belt or sash) and keikogi (training uniform), with a minimum of skin showing at the neck. They are expected to exercise self-control in language and action. Losing one's temper in an iaido dojo usually amounts to immediate expulsion, owing to the potentially deadly nature of the art form. As in most traditional dojo, the organization is hierarchical, with the highest levels of respect paid to seniors and teachers. Seniors, in turn, have an obligation to instruct junior students in all aspects of iaido, including dress and deportment as well as technique. The etiquette and hierarchical structure of an iaido dojo is perhaps best illustrated in the sequence of bows performed before and after training. At the beginning of class, the first bow is directed towards a specifically designated area, variously the kamidama (Shinto or spirit altar), kamiza (upper seat: a postion of honor or respect which is often the front wall of a dojo where there are scrolls, a Shinto alter and/or photos of a teacher or founder), and shinzen (Spiritual center; another name for kamiza). A mixture of Shinto, Buddhism and ancestor worship has traditionally guided many Japanese martial practices. Iaido, as a more conservative art form, still retains a vestige of these practices even outside Japan, though the extent of the religious connotation of bowing to the shinzen varies. At the very least, the opening bow connotes the specialness of practice, respect for the practice space, and an acknowledgment of teachers who have gone before (practitioners also bow at the entrance of the training room upon entering or leaving for the same reasons). Next, students and teacher bow to each other as a sign of respect, and lastly, the practitioners' swords are presented and bowed to before practice begins. At the end of practice, the bowing ritual takes place in reverse: sword, teacher/student Students also bow to each other before and after kumidachi practice. Outside of showing mutual respect, the bow signifies that students are prepared and ready for partner practice, and are not being taken unawares. Iaido Practice Clothing/Uniforms All participants wear the same style of practice clothing and follow the same curriculum. The uniform consists of keikogi (a loose-fitting top), hakama (wide-legged, pleated trousers), and an obi (belt). Depending on the style, the uniform may be white, dark blue or black. Higher-ranking practitioners may wear formal kimono (traditional Japanese dress worn by both men and women), obi and hakama for public demonstrations. Except for optional knee pads, no protective gear is worn, or considered necessary. Iaito, unsharpened practice swords, are mostly used, though some practitioners use shinken (real swords) with the permission of their teachers. Shinken can be modern, steel blades or antiques, depending on the resources of the practitioner. In any case, the blades and fittings must be sound enough to withstand the rigors of practice. Like other modern "do" (meaning "way," or "path," a term denoting a spiritual path followed by students of a discipline) forms, rankings exist, though progress through the ranks is slower than in some other martial arts. In the US, there are informal kyu levels (non-ranked), followed by dan (black belt) rankings. For muso Shinden ryu, in general, it takes three years of consistent practice to reach first dan, simply meaning the student understands the Omori Ryu set of forms. There is no distinction made between men and women testing for rank. Teaching on a formal level ideally does not take place until fifth dan or higher, meaning perhaps twenty years or more of study, and deeply understanding all three sets of forms. Since women did not study iaido in significant numbers until the 1970's, most of the senior teachers are men. As in many other Japanese art forms, however, women are becoming increasingly visible as students and teachers. In the US, iaido has only become more popular in the past 10 years, so most women are still beginner and intermediate students. Iaido Training Facilities Generally speaking, iaido is practiced indoors. Special requirements for iaido are similar to those for kendo: a wooden floor, ideally a sprung floor to protect the practitioners' joints, a high ceiling, and enough space to permit practitioners to train freely with swords without interfering with one another. Space may be borrowed, rented or owned, depending on availability and the finances of the dojo. Currently, the most practiced styles of iaido are the Muso Shinden Ryu and the Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu, presumed to be branches of the original style of batto jutsu founded by Hayashizaki (Taylor and Ohmi 1997: 83). Currently in Japan, however, there are over 400 schools (Ryu) of iaijutsu and iaido, though the majority of these are quite small. (Alexanian, 2000, Iaido originated in the katana (long sword) techniques of the samurai of Japan, which were codified beginning around 1390. When the Tokugawa Shogunate (1603-1867) unified the country after a long period of civil conflict, edicts were issued to transform the samurai from warriors to refined individuals, able to serve in the government. Skills included martial arts, reading, writing, administration, and finer arts, like calligraphy and painting (Warner and Draeger 1982: 14, 38). Peace changed the reasons for martial study. Hayashizaki Jinsuke Shigenobu (1546?-1621) is considered the legendary founder of iaido for not only codifying a system of batto jutsu (sword-drawing techniques), which he called Shimmei Muso Ryu, but also for promulgating the idea that practicing sword forms with meditative intent could make one a better person, and benefit society thereby. (The well-known connection between Zen and the martial arts had previously been established as far back as the 14th century.) (Warner and Draeger 1982: 79-81). Following the Tokugawa Shogunate, the Meiji Restoration (1868-1911) saw "sportification" of combative sword forms (kenjutsu) into kendo, still widely practiced today by both men and women in Japan and throughout the world (Draeger and Smith 1980: 101-102). Meanwhile the batto jutsu forms evolved from Hayashizaki through successive headmasters, who introduced more philosophical refinements. The term "iaido," meaning, essentially, "way of presence in the moment," was first used to describe the sword-drawing art in 1932 (Draeger and Warner 1982: 79, 96). Alexanian, Michael 2000 "Tamiya ryu iaijutsu" www.shakunage.org, Draeger, Donn F. and Smith, Robert W.1980 Comprehensive Asian Fighting Arts. Tokyo: Kodansha International. Taylor, Kimberly and Ohmi, Goyo 1997 "The Omori ryu: a history and explanation." Journal of Asian Martial Arts Vol. 6, No. 1. pp. 80-103. Warner, Gordon and Draeger, Donn F. 1982 Japanese Swordsmanship: Technique and Practice. New York and Tokyo: Weatherhill. About the author: Deborah Klens-Bigman is Manager and Associate Instructor of iaido at New York Budokai in New York City. She has also studied, to varying extents, kendo, jodo (short staff), kyudo (archery) and naginata (halberd). She received her Ph.D in 1995 from New York University's Department of Performance Studies where she wrote her dissertation on Japanese classical dance (Nihon Buyo). and she continues to study Nihon Buyo with Fujima Nishiki at the Ichifuji-kai Dance Association. Her article on the application of performance theory to Japanese martial arts appeared in the Journal of Asian Martial Arts in the summer of 1999. She is married to artist Vernon Bigman.

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Bilingual children use as many words as monolingual children when telling a story, and demonstrate high levels of cognitive flexibility, according to new research by University of Alberta scientists. “We found that the number of words that bilingual children use in their stories is highly correlated with their cognitive flexibility — the ability to switch between thinking about different concepts,” said Elena Nicoladis, lead author and professor in the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Science. “This suggests that bilinguals are adept at using the medium of storytelling.” Vocabulary is a strong predictor of school achievement, and so is storytelling. “These results suggest that parents of bilingual children do not need to be concerned about long-term school achievement, said Nicoladis. “In a storytelling context, bilingual kids are able to use this flexibility to convey stories in creative ways.” The research examined a group of French-English bilingual children who have been taught two languages since birth, rather than learning a second language later in life. Results show that bilingual children used just as many words to tell a story in English as monolingual children. Participants also used just as many words in French as they did in English when telling a story. Previous research has shown that bilingual children score lower than monolingual children on traditional vocabulary tests, meaning this results are changing our understanding of multiple languages and cognition in children. “The past research is not surprising,” added Nicoladis. “Learning a word is related to how much time you spend in each language. For bilingual children, time is split between languages. So, unsurprisingly, they tend to have lower vocabularies in each of their languages. However, this research shows that as a function of storytelling, bilingual children are equally strong as monolingual children.” This research used a new, highly sensitive measure for examining cognitive flexibility, examining a participant’s ability to switch between games with different rules, while maintaining accuracy and reaction time. This study builds on previous research examining vocabulary in bilingual children who have learned English as a second language. Princeton researchers have uncovered new rules governing how objects absorb and emit light, fine-tuning scientists’ control over light and boosting research into next-generation solar and optical devices. The discovery solves a longstanding problem of scale, where light’s behavior when interacting with tiny objects violates well-established physical constraints observed at larger scales. “The kinds of effects you get for very small objects are different from the effects you get from very large objects,” said Sean Molesky, a postdoctoral researcher in electrical engineering and the study’s first author. The difference can be observed in moving from a molecule to a grain of sand. “You can’t simultaneously describe both things,” he said. The problem stems from light’s famous shapeshifting nature. For ordinary objects, light’s movement can be described by straight lines, or rays. But for microscopic objects, light’s wave properties take over and the neat rules of ray optics break down. The effects are significant. In important modern materials, observations at the micron scale showed infrared light radiating at millions of times more energy per unit area than ray optics predicts. The new rules, published in Physical Review Letters on Dec. 20, tell scientists how much infrared light an object of any scale can be expected to absorb or emit, resolving a decades-old discrepancy between big and small. The work extends a 19th-century concept, known as a blackbody, into a useful modern context. Blackbodies are idealized objects that absorb and emit light with maximum efficiency. “There’s been a lot of research done to try to understand in practice, for a given material, how one can approach these blackbody limits,” said Alejandro Rodriguez, an associate professor of electrical engineering and the study’s principal investigator. “How can we make a perfect absorber? A perfect emitter?” “It’s a very old problem that many physicists — including Planck, Einstein and Boltzmann — tackled early on and laid the foundations for the development of quantum mechanics.” A large body of previous work has shown that structuring objects with nanoscale features can enhance absorption and emission, effectively trapping photons in a tiny hall of mirrors. But no one had defined the fundamental limits of the possible, leaving open major questions about how to assess a design. No longer confined to brute-force trial and error, the new level of control will allow engineers to optimize designs mathematically for a wide range of future applications. The work is especially important in technologies like solar panels, optical circuits and quantum computers. Currently, the team’s findings are specific to thermal sources of light, like the sun or like an incandescent bulb. But the researchers hope to generalize the work further to agree with other light sources, like LEDs, fireflies, or arcing bolts of electricity. The research was supported in part by the National Science Foundation, the Cornell Center for Materials Research, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency and the National Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada. A new study led by Simon Fraser University’s Dean of Science, Prof. Paul Kench, has discovered new evidence of sea-level variability in the central Indian Ocean. The study, which provides new details about sea levels in the past, concludes that sea levels in the central Indian Ocean have risen by close to a meter in the last two centuries. Prof. Kench says, “We know that certain types of fossil corals act as important recorders of past sea levels. By measuring the ages and the depths of these fossil corals, we are identifying that there have been periods several hundred years ago that the sea level has been much lower than we thought in parts of the Indian Ocean.” He says understanding where sea levels have been historically, and what happens as they rise, will provide greater insights into how coral reefs systems and islands may be able to respond to the changes in sea levels in the future. Underscoring the serious threat posed to coastal cities and communities in the region, the ongoing study, which began in 2017, further suggests that if such acceleration continues over the next century, sea levels in the Indian Ocean will have risen to their highest level ever in recorded history. The solar wind that pummels the Earth’s dayside magnetosphere causes turbulence, like air over a wing. Physicists at Rice University have developed new methods to characterize how that influences space weather on the nightside. It’s rarely quiet up there. The solar wind streams around the Earth and cruises off into the night, but closer to the planet, parcels of plasma get caught in the turbulence and sink back toward Earth. That turbulence causes big ripples in the plasma. With the help of several spacecraft and computational tools developed over the past decade, Rice scientists led by space plasma physicist Frank Toffoletto can now assess the ripples, called buoyancy waves, caused by the turbulence. These waves, or oscillations, have been observed in the thin layer of magnetic flux along the base of the plasma sheet that tails away from the planet’s nightside. The Rice theory is the first to quantify their motion. The theory adds another element to the Rice Convection Model, an established, decades-in-the-making algorithm that helps scientists calculate how the inner and middle magnetosphere will react to events like solar storms that threaten satellites, communications and power grids on Earth. The new paper in JGR Space Physics by Toffoletto, emeritus professor Richard Wolf and former graduate student Aaron Schutza starts by describing the bubbles — “bursty bulk flows” predicted by Wolf and Rice alumnus Duane Pontius in 1990 — that fall back toward Earth through the plasma tail. Functionally, they’re the reverse of buoyant air bubbles that bob up and down in the atmosphere because of gravity, but the plasma bubbles respond to magnetic fields instead. The plasma bubbles lose most of their momentum by the time they touch down at the theoretical, filamentlike boundary between the inner plasma sheet and the protective plasmasphere. That sets the braking boundary into a gentle oscillation, which lasts mere minutes before stabilizing again. Toffoletto compared the motion to a plucked guitar string that quickly returns to equilibrium. “The fancy name for this is the eigenmode,” he said. “We’re trying to figure out the low-frequency eigenmodes of the magnetosphere. They haven’t been studied very much, though they appear to be associated with dynamic disruptions to the magnetosphere.” Toffoletto said the Rice team has in recent years discovered through simulations that the magnetosphere doesn’t always respond in a linear fashion to the steady driving force of the solar wind. “You get all kinds of wave modes in the system,” he said, explaining that bursty bulk flows are one such mode. “Every time one of these things come flying in, when they hit the inner region, they basically reach their equilibrium point and oscillate with a certain frequency. Finding that frequency is what this paper is all about.” As measured by the THE MIS spacecraft, the periods of these waves are a few minutes and the amplitudes are often bigger than the Earth. “Understanding the natural frequency of the system and how it behaves can tell us a lot about the physical properties of plasma on the night side, its transport and how it might be related to the aurora,” he said. “A lot of these phenomena show up in the ionosphere as auroral structures, and we don’t understand where these structures come from.” Toffoletto said the models suggest buoyant waves may play a role in the formation of the ring current that consists of charged particles that flow around Earth as well as magnetospheric substorms, all of which are connected to the aurora. He said that no more than a decade ago, many magnetosphere simulations “would look very uniform, kind of boring.” The Rice group is collaborating with the Applied Physics Laboratory to include the Rice Convection Model in a newly developed global magnetosphere code called “Gamera,” named after the fictional Japanese monster. “Now, with such higher-resolution models and much better numerical methods, these structures are starting to show up in the simulations,” Toffoletto said. “This paper is one little piece of the puzzle we’re putting together of how the system behaves. All this plays a big role in understanding how space weather works and how that in turn impacts technology, satellites and ground-based systems.” The Rice Convection Model itself was refreshed this month in a paper led by recent Rice alumnus Jian Yang, now an associate professor of Earth and space sciences at the Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, China. Lithium-ion batteries are notorious for developing internal electrical shorts that can ignite a battery’s liquid electrolytes, leading to explosions and fires. Engineers at the University of Illinois have developed a solid polymer-based electrolyte that can self-heal after damage — and the material can also be recycled without the use of harsh chemicals or high temperatures. The new study, which could help manufacturers produce recyclable, self-healing commercial batteries, is published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society. As lithium-ion batteries go through multiple cycles of charge and discharge, they develop tiny, branchlike structures of solid lithium called dendrites, the researchers said. These structures reduce battery life, cause hotspots and electrical shorts, and sometimes grow large enough to puncture the internal parts of the battery, causing explosive chemical reactions between the electrodes and electrolyte liquids. There has been a push by chemists and engineers to replace the liquid electrolytes in lithium-ion batteries with solid materials such as ceramics or polymers, the researchers said. However, many of these materials are rigid and brittle resulting in poor electrolyte-to-electrode contact and reduced conductivity. “Solid ion-conducting polymers are one option for developing nonliquid electrolytes,” said Brian Jing, a materials science and engineering graduate student and study co-author. “But the high-temperature conditions inside a battery can melt most polymers, again resulting in dendrites and failure.” Past studies have produced solid electrolytes by using a network of polymer strands that are cross-linked to form a rubbery lithium conductor. This method delays the growth of dendrites; however, these materials are complex and cannot be recovered or healed after damage, Jing said. To address this issue, the researchers developed a network polymer electrolyte in which the cross-link point can undergo exchange reactions and swap polymer strands. In contrast to linear polymers, these networks actually get stiffer upon heating, which can potentially minimize the dendrite problem, the researchers said. Additionally, they can be easily broken down and resolidified into a networked structure after damage, making them recyclable, and they restore conductivity after being damaged because they are self-healing. “This new network polymer also shows the remarkable property that both conductivity and stiffness increase with heating, which is not seen in conventional polymer electrolytes,” Jing said. “Most polymers require strong acids and high temperatures to break down,” said materials science and engineering professor and lead author Christopher Evans. “Our material dissolves in water at room temperature, making it a very energy-efficient and environmentally friendly process.” The team probed the conductivity of the new material and found its potential as an effective battery electrolyte to be promising, the researchers said, but acknowledge that more work is required before it could be used in batteries that are comparable to what is in use today. “I think this work presents an interesting platform for others to test,” Evans said. “We used a very specific chemistry and a very specific dynamic bond in our polymer, but we think this platform can be reconfigured to be used with many other chemistries to tweak the conductivity and mechanical properties.” Domesticated rice has fatter seed grains with higher starch content than its wild rice relatives — the result of many generations of preferential seed sorting and sowing. But even though rice was the first crop to be fully sequenced, scientists have only documented a few of the genetic changes that made rice into a staple food for more than half the world’s population. New research now finds that a sizeable amount of domestication-related changes in rice reflects selection on traits that are determined by a portion of the genome that does not transcribe proteins. Xiaoming Zheng, a biologist with the Institute of Crop Sciences at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, is the first author of newly published paper in Science Advances, “Genome-wide analyses reveal the role of non-coding variation in complex traits during rice domestication.” Qingwen Yang and Jun Liu, also from the Institute of Crop Sciences in the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, and Kenneth M. Olsen from Washington University in St. Louis are also communicating authors of this paper. Noncoding RNAs are suspected to play very important roles in regulating growth and development, but they’re only beginning to be characterized. “Despite almost 20 years of genomics and genome-enabled studies of crop domestication, we still know remarkably little about the genetic basis of most domestication traits in most crop species,” said Olsen, professor of biology in Arts & Sciences at Washington University. “Early studies tended to go for ‘low-hanging fruit’ — simple traits that were controlled by just one or two genes with easily identifiable mutations,” Olsen said. “Far more difficult is figuring out the more subtle developmental changes that were critical for a lot of the changes during crop domestication. “This study offers a step in that direction, by examining one regulatory mechanism that has been critical for modulating domestication-associated changes in rice grain development.” Diversity of traits A large proportion of the DNA in the chromosomes of many plants and animals comprises genes that do not encode instructions for making proteins — up to 98% of the genome for any given species. But this genetic information is poorly understood. Some scientists have called this stuff the ‘dark matter’ of the genome, or even dismissed it as ‘junk DNA’ — but it appears to have played an out sized role in rice development. In this study, researchers found that key changes that occurred during rice domestication more than 9,000 years ago could be tied back to molecules called long-noncoding RNAs (lnc RNAs), a class of RNA molecules with a length of more than 200 nucleotides. About 36 percent of the genetic information recorded in the rice genome can be tracked back to non coding regions, but more than 50 percent of the diversity of traits important to agriculture is linked to these same areas, the researchers found. “For the first time, the lnc RNAs in noncoding region of cultivated rice and wild rice was deeply annotated and described,” Zheng said. “Our transgenic experiments and population genetic analysis convincingly demonstrate that selection on lnc RNAs contributed to changes in domesticated rice grain quality by altering the expression of genes that function in starch synthesis and grain pigmentation,” she said. Working with several hundred rice samples and more than 260 Gbs of sequence, the researchers employed sensitive detection techniques to quantify and robustly track lnc RNA transcription in rice. The new study validates some previously identified lnc RNAs and also provides new information on previously un described molecules. This new study adds fuel to speculation by some researchers that most adaptive differences between groups of plants or animals are due to changes in gene regulation, and not protein evolution. “Based on our findings, we propose that selection on lnc RNAs could prove to be a broader mechanism by which genome-wide patterns of gene expression can evolve in many species,” Zheng said. This rice study also opens eyes and possibly new doors for producing new crops and grains through precision breeding. The Earth’s inner core is hot, under immense pressure and snow-capped, according to new research that could help scientists better understand forces that affect the entire planet. The snow is made of tiny particles of iron — much heavier than any snowflake on Earth’s surface — that fall from the molten outer core and pile on top of the inner core, creating piles up to 200 miles thick that cover the inner core. The image may sound like an alien winter wonderland. But the scientists who led the research said it is akin to how rocks form inside volcanoes. “The Earth’s metallic core works like a magma chamber that we know better of in the crust,” said Jung-Fu Lin, a professor in the Jackson School of Geosciences at The University of Texas at Austin and a co-author of the study. The study is available online and will be published in the print edition of the journal JGR Solid Earth on December 23. Youjun Zhang, an associate professor at Sichuan University in China, led the study. The other co-authors include Jackson School graduate student Peter Nelson; and Nick Dygert, an assistant professor at the University of Tennessee who conducted the research during a postdoctoral fellowship at the Jackson School. The Earth’s core can’t be sampled, so scientists study it by recording and analyzing signals from seismic waves (a type of energy wave) as they pass through the Earth. However, aberrations between recent seismic wave data and the values that would be expected based on the current model of the Earth’s core have raised questions. The waves move more slowly than expected as they passed through the base of the outer core, and they move faster than expected when moving through the eastern hemisphere of the top inner core. The study proposes the iron snow-capped core as an explanation for these aberrations. The scientist S.I. Braginkskii proposed in the early 1960s that a slurry layer exists between the inner and outer core, but prevailing knowledge about heat and pressure conditions in the core environment quashed that theory. However, new data from experiments on core-like materials conducted by Zhang and pulled from more recent scientific literature found that crystallization was possible and that about 15% of the lowermost outer core could be made of iron-based crystals that eventually fall down the liquid outer core and settle on top of the solid inner core. “It’s sort of a bizarre thing to think about,” Dygert said. “You have crystals within the outer core snowing down onto the inner core over a distance of several hundred kilometers.” The researchers point to the accumulated snow pack as the cause of the seismic aberrations. The slurry-like composition slows the seismic waves. The variation in snow pile size — thinner in the eastern hemisphere and thicker in the western — explains the change in speed. “The inner-core boundary is not a simple and smooth surface, which may affect the thermal conduction and the convections of the core,” Zhang said. The paper compares the snowing of iron particles with a process that happens inside magma chambers closer to the Earth’s surface, which involves minerals crystalizing out of the melt and glomming together. In magma chambers, the compaction of the minerals creates what’s known as “cumulate rock.” In the Earth’s core, the compaction of the iron contributes to the growth of the inner core and shrinking of the outer core. And given the core’s influence over phenomena that affects the entire planet, from generating its magnetic field to radiating the heat that drives the movement of tectonic plates, understanding more about its composition and behavior could help in understanding how these larger processes work. Bruce Buffet, a geosciences professor at the University of California, Berkley who studies planet interiors and who was not involved in the study, said that the research confronts longstanding questions about the Earth’s interior and could even help reveal more about how the Earth’s core came to be. “Relating the model predictions to the anomalous observations allows us to draw inferences about the possible compositions of the liquid core and maybe connect this information to the conditions that prevailed at the time the planet was formed,” he said. “The starting condition is an important factor in Earth becoming the planet we know.”

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The role Islamic schools play in contributing towards pupils’ British Muslim Identity in multicultural Britain Language is generally considered to be one of the most amazing human attributes. Namely language appears to be an inalienable precondition for the origination and formation of society, full-grown communication process and any sort of further development. The moment some idea or concept is born in the human mind, it is given a certain name (Hodge and Kress, 1993, pp. 1-3). Thus, it is impossible to operate any ideas or notional categories without their placing in the body of language, or without language itself. Thereby, language plays a central role in the educational process. It proves to be the system of storage of information, the tool for explaining or formulation of certain knowledge and the device for building further logical investigations (Hodge and Kress, 1993, pp. 1-3; Hymes, 1974, p. 19). According to Krishna (2005:358), “language plays a critical role in the formation of culture through its role in knowledge creation and application, flow of information, and functioning of the organization”. Hence, being such a significant precondition of various human activities, language proves to be of primary importance for education in all age groups, social backgrounds and cultural communities. The current work can be identified as leading to a qualitative research. As it was described by Flyvbjerg (2006, pp. 219-245), a qualitative research aims to obtain grounded understanding of human behaviour and the preconditions that determine this way of behaviour. Again, language will play a central role in quantitative research. The form and the idea of this research requires firstly oral collection of the necessary data, and, secondly presentation and analysis of the gathered material in the written form (Green and Thorogood, 2004, pp. 80-82). In qualitative research, language appears to be a method because it is the strategy and the way by which the data is collected. Moreover, language used for the storage of information and characteristics. It can even be stated that language is data itself (Green and Thorogood, 2004, pp. 80-82; Hyde, 2000, pp. 82-90). Thus, the role of language in qualitative research or the qualitative method of investigation can be hardly overestimated. It is the sign system, tool and method that create the context and framework for this research and bring conclusions. The described research will be carried out relying on discourse analysis. Wood and Kroger (2000, p. 2) define the methods of discourse analysis as “based on talking and, of course, writing”. In the other words, “discourse analysis” can be understood as a universal term embracing a group of approaches of analysing oral or written speech (Wood and Kroger, 2000, p. 2). The chosen aspect of discourse analysis would be narrative analysis. Narrative analysis can be better applied for the research process in order to increase the sensitivity of the researcher (theoretical layouts can be illustrated but not validated by it). “A common focus of narrative analysis is the exploration of ethical, moral, and cultural ambiguities” (Alvarez and Urla, 2002:38). Thus, the narrative analysis will be rather useful for studying the narratives of both students and teachers in Islamic schools in order to estimate their contribution to the British Muslim identity in multicultural Britain. This way, the structure of the current research project will be as follows. The first section will briefly describe the research methodology and present the theoretical framework for the future analysis. The second section will explain the reasons and rationale for choosing this methodology. It will also present the structure and the scenario of conducting narrative analysis in details. The third section will discuss conclusions. 1 Theoretical and Methodological Framework The chosen methodological framework for the future detailed analysis is the following. Epistemological position for the current study is interpretivism. This concept would mean that when conducting research the respondents are taken as “social actors” playing various social or even ethno-social roles in the society. The real meaning of their narratives will be interpreted from the meaning they give their roles (Saunders et al, 2007, p. 105). Indeed, specific features and certain patterns of behaviour can be explained by the belonging to an ethno-social group. Constructivism appears to be a similar ontological position stating that various social phenomena and their meaning are, to a certain degree, dependent on the above mentioned “social actors”. This position implies that social phenomena are not originated only by means of interaction in the society, but they are constantly reconsidered and revised (Grix, 2002, pp. 4-5; Mills et al, 2006; Klotz and Lynch, 2007, p. 309-311). From this described theoretical standpoint the ethnographic case study of two Islamic schools in the city of Leicester will be conducted. The peculiarity about choosing the schools will be the following: one of them is to be state funded, the other private funded. Narratives of various age and social groups from these Islamic schools will be analysed (four male and four female students aged 12-14; 2 male and 2 female teachers from each school). 2. Discourse Analysis: Aspect, Approaches, Structure, Linguistic Phenomena and Similar Cases The choice for the earlier discussed methodology can be rationally explained. Indeed, both methodological positions (interpretivism and constructivism) view the human behaviour as dependant on the “social roles” these humans play. Or it can be specified in the case of the current study “ethno-social roles”. The question may be put the following way: what is national identification? On the basement of inborn characteristics a person ranks himself to a certain national community. The moment he starts to associate himself with an ethnic group, the individual begins to follow some characteristic or typical rules of that group (Smith, 1993, pp. 99-123). Indeed, it does not matter what national group a person belongs to in accordance with his appearance or race. If he does not associate himself with that group, or even dislikes this group, he would not play the role of that group’s member (Smith, 1993, pp. 99-123). This way, the chosen epistemological and ontological positions serve a very good precondition for the research. The analysis should lead to the estimation of the role of Islamic schools in building British Muslim identity in multicultural Britain. Considering oneself to be a member of the Islamic ethnic group means playing the role of the member of this national community. Playing the role means “following the standards” (Cameron, 1999, pp. 125-143). From this standpoint, the identity denotes certain distinction on the cultural level. The methodology implies investigation of the respondents’ narrations from both state funded and privately funded Islamic schools. This step proves to be necessary to make the results more objective. The point is that privately funded schools may be more interested in following national Islamic traditions and original customs. Usually they can be maintained by individuals or nationally-coloured organisations. Thus, there may be a more intensive tendency for the renewal of national religion and cultural traditions. State funded Islamic schools theoretically have a more formal attitude towards Muslim customs. However, this peculiarity is not a regular occurrence and the situation may differ from school to school (Ramadan, 2004, p. 131). Conducting the analysis only on private funded or state funded school would limit the analysis and lower its objectiveness. Another very important issue for the discussed research is the topic of the narrative. It should not be too nationally oriented. However, it should not be absolutely ethnically colourless. These conditions would be necessary for reasonable potential frequency of national words and expressions (metaphors and other stylistic devices). Choosing discourse analysis for the future investigation appears to be rather rational too. As it is known, writing, talking, discourse and conversational are the main objects of the discourse analysis (Harris, 1952a, pp. 1-30). British Muslim identity may be expressed in various forms: clothing, cuisine, language, etc. And to all of these manifestations Islamic schools make contribution. However, all the forms of national manifestation will be reflected in language. As it was already described, language proves to be a universal device of storage of various cultural phenomena. Thus, by investigating the impact of Islamic schools on the language level, in some degree other levels will be investigated too. To analyse speech, discourse analysis should be chosen, because it is one of the objects of this analysis. These characteristics of discourse analysis are explained by the fact that it positions itself on the intersection of numerous relative to the objective of the research disciplines, such as human geography, translation studies, international relations and social psychology (Harris, 1952b, pp. 474-494). The choice of narrative analysis as the aspect of discourse analysis is explained by the fact that namely this method focuses on the manner in which individuals complete stories and narratives. Through it their interpretation of the world is obtained. This way, narratives are viewed as social products created in the framework of their ethnic, cultural and social locations (Riessman, 2001, pp. 695-710). As it was stated by Labov (1972, pp. 354-396) in his seminal work, narrative discourse enables to investigate cross-cultural perspective. Again, narrative analysis would serve a perfect tool for evaluating the impact of Islamic culture through nationally-oriented schools. It may be concluded that both discourse analysis and narrative analysis fit the type of the collected data and correspond with the aims of the further investigations. There are various kinds of approaches to discourse analysis, such as functional grammar, emergent grammar, rhetoric, stylistic, interactional, ethnographical, conversational analysis, variation analysis, etc. (Maat and Lentz, 1997, pp. 59-71; Brown and Yule, 1983, pp. 4-19). Depending on the representational form of the narrative (whether it is in the oral or written form), the choice of the approaches will be determined. The oral form of representation would appear more striking and vivid. This way, using the oral form rhetoric approach and ethnography of communication approach may be applied (Bhatia et al, 2007, pp. 1-3). Rhetoric approach will deal with specific pronunciation, some original intonation patterns and pauses. Ethnography of communication is a broader notion that would view the general Muslim understanding of the communicative process. In spite of the fact that oral narration is a more vivid form, it will be presented only once, while the written narration may be carefully analysed and read many times over. This could pose a difficulty that may be solved by voice recording. Besides, the approaches of stylistics, functional grammar and cognitive psychology should be applied (Bhatia et al, 2007, pp. 1-3). Narrative structure proves to be rather important for determining the influence of Islamic schools on British Muslims. To be more precise it is important for estimating their real connection with national culture and traditions. Narrative structure is the succession or the order of events in which the narrative is presented to a listener or a reader. Moreover, the belonging to a certain genre will also give some additional information about the speaker (Labov, 1980). The following example may illustrate the connection between the genre and structure of narration and certain national identity. When considering European fairy tales and the tales of Muslim world, several peculiarities may be noticed. In spite of the fact that the genre will be the same (fairy tale), differences and national identity might be noticeable. A similar situation may be observed in the interviewing of students and teachers of the discussed Muslim schools. It can be assumed that this difference will not be as striking as in the case of tales. However, some degree of ethnic colouring may be expected. The set of all the possible stages in the generic structure of a narrative will look the following way: abstract, orientation, complication, evaluation, resolution and coda (Muntigl, 2004, pp. 109-110). The narration of the respondents from Islamic schools should be evaluated from the standpoint of the generic structure. It may be suggested that not all of the narrative will contain the above stages of generic structure. This feature has nothing to do with ethnic identity realised through the oral narrative. The point is that certain stories may be built according to an original and non-standard plan. The usage of some lexical and grammatical categories in the narrative may hint at certain regularities. For example, according to Schiffrin (1994, p. 81), the use of the present tense may be ambiguous. It can be representative of either habitual for the predicate or repeated action, or historical present tense, which is usually exploited for narrative events. Tannen (2007, p. 39) argues that the use of constructed dialogue may also give valuable information about the speaker. As it is broadly known, the existing ways of interpretation of speech in the narration, such as direct speech, direct quotation, reported speech and indirect speech also witness the speaker’s identification with what he is discussing. Narrative peaks marked in the syntax by the means of repetition and paraphrasing are also important for establishing the speaker’s degree of involvement in the narrative (Fleischman, 1990, p. 54). All these lexical, grammatical and syntactical phenomena will serve as important indicators for evaluating national Muslim identity of the students and teachers in Islamic schools. However, it does not mean that the set of the discussed signs will be absolutely different from those of British native settlers. These phenomena appear to be breaking points of language where differences can be observed. Among the advantages and disadvantages of the narrative aspect of discourse analysis the following should be mentioned. A vivid advantage is that narrative analysis is based on semi-structured interview, but not on questionnaires. This feature can be considered an advantage, because a questionnaire considerably limits space for revealing ethnical identity. Semi-structured interview is conducted in a natural situation and atmosphere; and the respondent does not feel that he is tested or examined (Toolan, 1988). Moreover, it generates an unconventional situation that is broader than answers to the list of questions. One more advantage is that usually a real life story is involved in the conversation. The researcher does not say much while the interview is ongoing and positions himself as an attentive listener, giving the opportunity for a respondent to speak naturally. However, all narratives are co-constructed (Toolan, 1988). Similar discourse analysis was conducted by Wodak and Meyer (2001). It investigated the national identity of Romanian immigrants in Austria. Basing this on the group of analyses (narrative analysis was also among them), these scholars studied the ways Romanian identity became apparent and developed (Wodak and Meyer, 2001). As in the case of the current research the attention was given to specifics of nomination of various articles and objects, interlingual connections, etc. The identity was revealed to a considerable degree. It may be concluded that discourse analysis and its aspect, narrative analysis, appear to be quite reasonable for the evaluation of the contribution of Islamic schools to British Muslim identity. Relying on other investigations conducted by means of discourse analysis in similar context, it is expected that phonetic, grammatical and lexical peculiarities of Islamic ethnic group’s language will be revealed in this case too. It may be supposed that the structure of narratives, the described situation and theuse of “culture- or religion-coloured” words will show a certain degree of Muslim identity in multicultural Britain. However, there can arise several limitations: the respondents from state funded schools may be less involved into the observing of national traditions and customs. 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We all have an obligation to undertake this inquiry to better understand our individual identities and our collective identity as Canadians sharing this land. These materials and ideas are part of this journey. May we find joy in this journey. May our youngest students see vibrant communities and strong people first, before they are introduced to the darker sides of our Canadian history that we must all face if we are to reconcile and make peace with the past. My grade 3 students are learning about soil. The first lesson I teach is a Smartboard lesson where I provide 7 reasons for soil. Here is the Smart Notebook file if you are a Smarboard user. At the end of the lesson, students are given 8 pictures and are asked to retell the 7 key reasons for soil. Students who need more support get the pictures below because they have the sentences on them. Most of my students get the slides without the sentences. Once students have these images in the camera roll, then we can open iMovie and bring these still images into a new iMovie project. Next, have students use the microphone and record the main point for each picture. Here is a link to examples: YouTube Playlist of student work: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmteZ8LJoFVewE40Z3jFqERVoLFW_TkSG What is Computational Thinking (CT)? Mitch Resnick and Jeanette M. Wing are the two main people who best describe Computational Thinking (CT). Mitch Resnick, Director of the Lifelong Kindergarten group at the MIT Media Lab and creator of Scratch published this paper with Karen Brennan in 2012. Computational thinking has three main parts: Concepts, Practices, and Perspectives. - Concepts are the actual computer science ideas. - Practices are the ways of thinking and problem solving. - Perspectives are beliefs about oneself and having a mindset that is open to being a computer scientist and/or thinking like a computer scientist. Jeanette M. Wing, head of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University, explains Computational Thinking in a 2006 article Here are Wing’s everyday examples of people using computational thinking: When your daughter goes to school in the morning, she puts in her backpack the things she needs for the day; that’s prefetching and caching. When your son loses his mittens, you suggest he retrace his steps; that’s back- tracking. At what point do you stop renting skis and buy yourself a pair?; that’s online algorithms. How do Completely Automated Public Turing Test(s) to Tell Computers and Humans Apart, or CAPTCHAs, authenticate humans?; that’s exploiting the difficulty of solving hard AI problems to foil computing agents. Prefetching and caching, back-tracking, algorithms, and solving AI problems are all computer science concepts. All this takes place in your daily life. Wing suggests that computational thinking is not just about programming computers but thinking like a computer scientist. A computer scientist is a creative human problem solver that thinks with computers, not a boring human who tries to think like a computer, says Wing. Who is Teaching Computational Thinking? As coding and computational thinking have been written into curricula around the world, we are seeing people working to understand what it means. Here is a collection of sites and projects of people making sense of CT. Coding and CT in the United Kingdom Computing At School Barefoot (aka CAS Barefoot) is an project in England designed to support primary school teachers to understand and teach computational thinking. Here is how they define and explain CT. What does it look like in UK schools? Marc is a teacher and Apple Distinguished Educator in the UK has been integrating coding into his early years curriculum for several years. Here are some examples of the activities he has been doing: Unplugged Activities February 2, 2015 Programming Apps for Early Years July 13, 2013 He also has a book Enabling Environments: A Computing Curriculum Beginning in Early Years And, here is a blog post if you are looking for apps for teaching coding from a teacher in the UK. Coding and CT in the United States 33 states allow students to count computer science courses toward high school graduation. Google is conducting research in the area of computer science education in the US. Google has also put together a course on Computational Thinking for Educators. ISTE has compiled many resources to support educators and parents in understanding CT. Coding and CT in British Columbia, Canada British Columbia has recently launched a new curriculum that explicitly includes coding and computational thinking. Coding and CT are found within the new Applied Design, Skills and Technologies (ADST) curriculum, last updated June 27, 2016. Questions I have about Coding and Computational Thinking: - Is it a requirement to teach coding in order to teach Computational Thinking? - In Ontario, should we be teaching computational thinking and coding even if it is not in the curriculum? - If we decide to teach coding and CT in Ontario, do we have to cut back on something else? If so, what are we cutting back on? - Many subjects have habits of mind that we are trying to develop in students. In math we want to develop powerful math thinkers, in social studies we want critical thinkers, in language we want to be able to express ideas in sensitive and culturally responsive ways. How does focusing on CT help or hinder these existing habits of mind and ways of thinking that we are already trying to emphasize the in the existing curriculum? - Computational thinking and algorithmic thinking are all about logic and being highly systematic. Dr. Donna Kotsopoulos has asked whether this is counter to what we have been saying about divergent and creative thinking relating to 21st Century skills. Does computational thinking run in opposition to 21st Century learning ideals? In what ways does computational thinking compliment or detract from the 6Cs: character, citizenship, communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity? - How often do we lead coding activities that teach coding concepts like sequencing and debugging but do not go deeper into thinking and beliefs? How do we go beyond the pure computer science concepts and into deep thinking? You should run a Google CS First Coding Club for kids. It’s easier than you think. Here’s what I learned from running a club at Stoney Creek Public School. First, listen to what my students had to say about the club: What is Google CS First? CS stands for Computer Science. Google CS First is a computer science club that is run through Google with everything you need. Google has created a portal that you and students will log into that keeps everything organized and holds all the content. There are 9 different themes like storytelling, animation, fashion and sports. Each club takes about 10 hours. Students will code using Scratch. Here is a video to welcome you to Google CS First. Click on the image below: How to get started? Go to Google CS First and sign in or click on “Start a Club Now.” Click on the “Start a New Club” button and follow the prompts. It takes 5 minutes and you will: - Pick a theme - Create a schedule - Order materials (US only) or print materials - Bonus: Find a Guru which is someone who will help you during the sessions. I was lucky to get a parent from my community who is a developer for IBM. Promote your club by putting up posters that are provided once you have picked your theme. Consider having an information meeting where you can show the slides below. Be sure to personalize and edit the slides before the meeting. Click on the image to see the Google Slides: Tip: Be sure to think carefully about the schedule. Do not just put in random dates. This is because the activities are linked to the dates. When students login, they will get the activity assigned for that date. So if your first club meets on Monday, December 12th and if you correctly entered December 12th in the schedule then students will login and get the Day 1 activities. If you get these wrong, kids will be looking at the wrong activities. What does a typical club meeting look like? My club ran for 8 weeks on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school for 20 students in grades 4-8. We met from 3:30-4:45pm. Students came to the library and logged into a Chromebook or desktop computer with the Google CS First username and password provided by the club (these are generated automatically and can be reused if kids join another club). Once all the coders had arrived, here is what the day looked like: - Showcase Selector: Two activities get randomly selected at the end of the last club meeting. We start each time with looking at two students’ Scratch projects. - Self-Paced Learning: Students then work at their own pace watching videos and working in Scratch. The leader and guru (the adults running the club) circulate to help students. - Wrap Up Video: We would end the club by collectively watching the Wrap Up video. Every day has a video that recaps the key computer science concepts and relates those concepts to the real world and real people’s jobs. We would watch these as a group, though you could have kids watch on their own too. - Showcase Selector: The last task is to do the Showcase Selector to pick two projects to kick off the next club meeting. 3 Tips for Running a Successful Coding Club: 1) Manage Student Expectations Many students came to club expectations that they would learn how to make an app or become hackers. One of my club members was on HackerTyper.com instead of working through the activities. It is important to set reasonable expectations so students aren’t disappointed that they aren’t taking over the Internet by the end of the first club meeting. Explain the goals and what computer science concepts will be taught up front. 2) Get a Guru or it’s all you! Get a Guru! Having another adult there was so helpful. Having another adult with a background in computer science was tremendous. The students were able to get a lot more out of the club because Mr. Rozon was able to explain what they were doing and why it was important. If you can’t get someone to help who has experience in coding, make sure to do all the activities ahead of time. 3) Emphasize Collaboration One thing I did not like about the Google CS First Coding club was that it felt a lot like I was supervising some sort of call centre. I looked out over a library full of students all wearing headsets and plugged into computers. It was quiet and students largely worked alone. Next time, I want to emphasize more collaboration and team work. I want to force everyone to stop every 10 minutes and talk to the person next to them. I want to have more time to share more projects and get students to give each other feedback. How to give feedback on Scratch projects? Helping students improve their code can be tricky. They can make their projects more complex by using more sprites and fewer more powerful blocks, but even this advice doesn’t always work. Check out Dr. Scratch. This is a website that analyzes projects. You enter in the URL associated with the Scratch project and paste it into Dr. Scratch. Dr. Scratch provides feedback on the program, like this: **Updated January 4 2017 with information about artsy.net and seeing more Miro art.** This blog post includes a 5 minute video, a lesson plan and examples of student that show integration of visual art curriculum and Computational Thinking in my grade 3 classroom. Thank you to Bea Leiderman, Carolyn Skibba, Douglas Kian and my experience at the Apple Institute in Berlin for this idea. Using Keynote and Kandinsky is Bea’s idea. It’s brilliant. Bea, Carolyn and I went to the Bauhaus Archive in Berlin where we saw Kandinsky’s work. We also had in depth workshops on Keynote. The combination of these experiences at the Apple Institute in Berlin lead to this idea and a project. Bea, Douglas and I are currently working on a project where we are investigating how these ideas of art, coding, and Computational Thinking might fit together. This is the early stage of this team project. This video gives an overview of the lesson and a chance to peak inside my grade 3 classroom: Visual Arts Expectations These are the expectations from the Ontario Arts Curriculum that apply to this lesson: Elements of Design: • line: variety of line (e.g., thick, thin, dotted) • shape and form: composite shapes; symmetrical and asymmetrical shapes and forms in both the human-made environment and the natural world Principles of Design: • variety: slight variations on a major theme; strong contrasts (e.g., use of different lines, shapes, values, and colours to create interest) Creating and Presenting: D1.1 create two- and three-dimensional works of art that express personal feelings and ideas inspired by the environment or that have the community as their subject D1.2 demonstrate an understanding of compo – sition, using principles of design to create narrative art works or art works on a theme or topic D1.4 use a variety of materials, tools, and techniques to respond to design challenges Reflecting Responding and Analysing: D2.2 explain how elements and principles of design are used to communicate meaning or understanding in their own and others’ art work Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts: D3.2 demonstrate an awareness of a variety of works of art and artistic traditions from diverse communities, times, and places Computational Thinking Goals Karen Brennan and Mitch Resnick published a paper in 2012 describing a framework for teaching and assessing Computational Thinking (CT). I learned about this paper from a presentation by Julie Mueller at a CT event for teachers in August 2016. Based on this framework, these are the CT goals of this lesson: Coding Concepts (actual computer science concepts): Sequencing and Debugging. Practices (thinking habits): Being incremental and iterative, testing and debugging, reusing and remixing. Perspective (beliefs about self): Using technology to express oneself. - iPad with Swift Playgrounds, Keynote, iMovie, and Seesaw - Mac with Keynote and iMovie (for the teacher) - Example Keynote File (this is Bea’s creation): Example Miro Kandinsky Art.key - Colouring Pages - Pictures of Kandinsky and Miro Art Source: Wassily Kandinsky [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons Source: The Smile of the Flamboyant Wings, 1953 by Joan Miro For more information on Joan Miro, check out this artsy.net site here. Thank you Louise L. for letting me know about this site.The page I have linked “provides visitors with Miró’s bio, over 400 of his works, exclusive articles, and up-to-date Miró exhibition listings. The page also includes related artists and categories, allowing viewers to discover art beyond our Miró page.” The rest of artsy.net is very much worth looking at also. Teacher Prior Knowledge/Experience: Student Prior Knowledge/Experience: - Time to play with Keynote Lesson Part 1: Bell-work and Minds On: As students enter the classroom, give them the option of taking either a Miro or Kandinsky colouring sheet. While the students settle and the teacher takes attendance, students colour the colouring sheets anyway they like. Introducing the Project and Meeting Miro and Kandinsky: Introduce the project by showing an example. This was created by Bea: Next, show examples of Kandinsky and Miro works. Ideally show the same art work as the colouring pages and several more. Explain how the art is abstract. Show how the example has movement that happens with just a single click. Go over the success criteria: Teach Art Concepts: Have students compare their colouring pages to the actual artists’ works. Notice the main differences. Miro uses curved lines and primary colours whereas Kandinsky uses many different colours but has more geometric shapes and straight lines. Teach Coding Concepts: Introduce the coding concepts of sequence and debugging. Working On It: Now it’s up to students to create their own Kandinsky or Miro style art, or a mixture of both. You should model how to find shapes, lines, and how to add animation. There are two ways to animate and they are shown in the screenshots below. Or, tap on the object you want to animate and tap on “Animate.” Warning: Many students will figure out how to add the animations but won’t be able to link them together. I skip telling them this step so they are confronted with having to problem solve and debug. Once they have a need for this information, I show them how, though many figured it out on their own. The screenshot below shows how to link the animation. To sequence the animation tap on the object, then tap Animate, then tap the heading to get the options you see in the screenshot. Notice that you have to change “Start Build” from “On Tap” to “With Previous Build” or “After Previous Build.” Once students have completed their projects ask them to share the Keynote files with you. You could do this by using Airdrop or having them save the Keynote file to Google Drive. This is the end of the first part of the lesson. Now you will need some time to convert those Keynote files on your Mac to mP4. This part was time consuming. I wish I could export keynote files to iMovie on iPad. But, at this point you can only send a copy As Keynote, PDF, or PowerPoint. Teacher’s Homework Prior to Part 2: This part is not fun. - Open each file in Keynote on a Mac and export the file as a Quicktime. (File>Export To>QuickTime…) - Then, open each file in iMovie and export as MP4. - Share these files with students. I used Google Drive. Lesson Part 2: Bell-work and Housekeeping: Give students instructions to retrieve the MP4 file you created with the Keynote files. Ask students to open the file in iMovie. Review the success criteria. Teach Art Concepts ~ Reflection: Students use iMovie to create a voice over audio recording explaining why Miro or Kandinsky would like their art work. Review the key elements and principles of design for each artist. Give students time to do their reflection and upload videos to Seesaw. Teach Coding Concepts: When students are finished uploading their art reflection, have students use Apple Swift Playgrounds Learn to Code 1 to reinforce coding concepts. Have students work on the Command puzzles. Examples of Student Work: Here are examples of the animations prior to students adding reflections. Here are examples including the reflection: What is Swift Playgrounds? Swift Playgrounds is a free app that runs on iPad, as long as that iPad is running iOS 10 or later. It’s such a large and powerful programming app that it needs the power of an iPad to run. This is why you can’t get it on a Chromebook and why it is not web-based. What makes Swift Playgrounds special? - It will help your students bridge the gap from block based coding to real programming. Working with block based programming tools like Blockly and Scratch is a great way to get started, but how do kids learn to write actual lines of code? Swift Playgrounds is designed to solve that problem. Users can tap on lines of code and drop them into the project or use a keyboard to actually type out commands. - Swift Playgrounds is a modern programming language designed to be simple and intuitive yet powerful. You can develop an app completely on iPad using Swift Playground except for the final step of preparing the app for the app store using XCode. - Swift Playgrounds works on both an iPad and Mac. With Swift Playgrounds, you can start a project on iPad and transition to using a Mac. How to get Started In Swift Playgrounds you can develop your own Playgrounds from a template (I found this too hard for me at this stage) or you can interact with pre-made Playbooks. Start by downloading Learn to Code 1, 2 and 3. Each one is a series of puzzles that you need to solve using lines of Swift code. The objective is to get Byte or one of the other avatars to move through a 3D world to collect gems, toggle switches and more. You and your students will learn: “the fundamentals of Swift, the programming language used to create apps for Apple products.” Fun fact: I’m working through Learn to Code 1 and I have completed all the puzzles for the following computer science concepts: Commands, Functions, and For Loops. Next up: Conditional Code. Are there lessons and resources? Puzzles are grouped by computer science (CS) concepts such as Commands, Logical Operators and Conditionals. At the beginning of each set of puzzles there is a mini lesson explaining to the user the CS concept. In addition, there are free Teacher Guides and an iTunes Course that include complete lessons, videos and Keynote slides to help teachers guide students through learning computer science concepts in Swift Playgrounds. The Teacher Guides also include all the solutions to the puzzles. The Learn to Code 3 Teacher Guide has just been released too: Hour of Code There is also a Facilitator’s Guide for the Hour of Code: What do students say? I ran a Swift Playgrounds coding club for 8 weeks and here is what some of my students had to say about learning with Swift Playgrounds: What else can you do in Swift Playgrounds? If you know about Tickle then you already know that you can use other apps to program robots and smart-toys. Just like Tickle, Swift Playgrounds can be used to interact and program robots. Wonder Workshop, the makers of Dash, have created a Playbook that works with Dash called Dashbook. Read about and download the Playbook here. Below is a screen shot of what the Dashbook looks like: This is one of the activities I will be doing this week with my class to celebrate Computer Science week which is December 5-9 2016. Going even Deeper with Swift Computer Science Education Week is December 5th-9th. Classrooms across Ontario, throughout Canada and around the world will be diving into Hour of Code activities. As we do this, I would like to ask a couple of questions: 1) Should students learn to code? 2) Should teachers teach coding? 3) Is coding in the curriculum? 1) Should students learn to code? What would your students say if asked? Members of my coding club share their thoughts in the video below (their answers may surprise you): 2) Should teachers teach coding? Yes: We should use coding as a teaching tool if we think that it is the most powerful and efficient tool to teach a concept. John Hattie says that almost every single intervention and tool in education can be found to be effective. He encourages us to “Ask not what works, but what works best.” Listen to John Hattie’s keynote from the Education On Air event held on Friday, December 2nd 2016 (watch from 19:23-19:50) to hear these very words and other related ideas: No: We should not be using coding as a teaching tool if there are other more effective ways to teach the curriculum expectations. Yes: We should teach coding because it is an opportunity to develop computational thinking. Computational thinking is modern problem solving. George Polya’s four step problem solving method was introduced in 1945. Remember these four steps: - Understand the Problem - Make a Plan - Carry out the Plan - Look Back This method for problem solving has been effective for teaching math for a long time, but will it be an effective model of problem solving for the future? The problem solving skills and habits of mind listed below are more fruitful for the current world we live in and the types of problems our students may face now and in the future: Yes: By 2020, there will be over 200,000 unfilled jobs in Information Technology says ICTC. 50% of those jobs will be indirectly or directly related to app development. If one of the roles of education is to prepare our students for employment, then we should be giving all students opportunities to learn to code since students are likely to get work where they are either coding or working with a developer/programmer. It is up to us to ensure that all students, including ones in my video above, to understand that learning to code is relevant to their lives. 3) Is Coding in the curriculum? The short factual answer is no. If you look more creatively at the curriculum the answer might be yes. The only place I found anything close was a reference to computational strategies, which is not the same as computational thinking. However, teachers can use coding as a tool to teach the curriculum, just like you might use a chocolate sundae making activity to engage students and teach about procedural writing or you would use a ruler when working on measurement. According to people like Dr. Julie Mueller, coding and computational thinking is “hiding in plain sight” in the curriculum. This is a perspective that was presented by Dr. Mueller and her research collaborator at a session in August 2016. The same thinking and problem solving that is foundational to science, math, inquiry in social studies is also foundational to computational thinking. Also, some have found that there are many expectations in many documents, such a math, that can be explicitly taught with and through coding. See for example Integrating Coding into the Elementary Curriculum by Lisa Floyd, secondary school teacher. And, while coding is not in the curriculum, Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne has written an open letter to the minister of Education Mitzie Hunter encouraging educators to dip a toe, ever so gently, into computer coding: Show Up and Refuse to Leave Keynote Net Smart by Howard Rheingold Connected: The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks by Nicholas Christakis Presence by Amy Cuddy Mindfulness by Ellen Langer Websites/Apps: (Also mentioned in Demo Slam) GoNoodle Body breaks and meditation for kids The Hidden Influence of Social Networks TED Talk by Nicholas Christakis 21 minutes Your body language shapes who you are TED Talk by Amy Cuddy Let it Go ~ Think About it by GoNoodle GAFE and iPad: BFFs 4EVR This is a beginner session. Please bring an iPad. View GAFE and iPad: BFFs 4EVR slides here or at bit.ly/gafeipadbff Get your own copy of GAFE and iPad: BFFs 4EVR slides here Get Google to Give you Time ~ Productivity Tips This is an Intermediate session. A lap top or Chromebook is recommended. View Productivity slides here or at bit.ly/GAFEgivemetime Get your own copy of the Productivity slides here Copies of Book Talk assessment (to use with Autocrat Mail Merge) here Assessment and Pedagogical Documentation with iPad This is a beginner session. Please bring an iPad. View Assessment with iPad slides here or at goo.gl/ToU8rS (Case Sensitive) Get your own copy of the Assessment with iPad slides here Thank you Lucy Gray, Steve Hargadon and your colleagues for organizing this event. I suspect that Julie Lindsay also helped out, so thank you goes to you too Lindsay! Thank you to these people for pushing my thinking. This was my first visit to any kind of Global Education event. The day alternated between ignite talks and round table discussions. I have organized my notes to share some highlights from the day. You’ll get some quotes and key points from the ignite talks and round table discussions that resonated for me. I hope you enjoy them too. His message was that Global Education should be for all students. He would like to see more people engaging in global education. He believes it should be integrated throughout the grades and curriculum. Key points from his talk were: - Very few students have the opportunity to engage in global education despite the desire from the world of work to have workers that are globally engaged, aware and active. - Global education should not be an add-on, it should be the lense through which we teach and learn everything at school. - All teachers should teach from a global perspective. - Technology allows us to bring global education to all. - Digital badging can provide acknowledgement of skills developed in this space. Lisa Parisi‘s ignite included these gems: - “At first it was about the technology, then it became about collaboration and globalization.” - “It is impossible to ignore the global issues we face each day.” - “People study in schools about animals, climate and other things from other countries but almost never about the people.” Round Table Conversation Leader: Julie Lindsay How do you support discussions between students from classrooms all over the world? Do you communicate asynchronously and synchronously. Do you have teacher directed conversations or less structured time for kids to be kids and just talk? Perhaps not surprisingly, the experienced people in this group believe that a balance of approaches is ideal. Due to time zone challenges, sometimes a synchronous conversation is not possible. Some teachers would have evening events at their school with students and families to Skype or Google Hangout with other classrooms. I thought this was a clever solution. As for the conversations, students need some unstructured time to be themselves and let a bond develop. However, participants in the discussion warned that you need to get past the “I like pizza, you like pizza” type discussion and into deeper topics. Near the end of the time together, people talked about Student Personal Learning Networks. “Who do you have in your online network that you don’t see everyday?” Is a question Julie Lindsay thinks all students should be able to answer. Terry Godwaldt from The Center for Global Education and Bob LaRocca from Primary Source were also part of this round table. These are new-to-me people with new-to-me organizations. Later in the day Terry talked about Taking It Global. Near the end of the hour together, Julie talked about A Day in the Life. She says she puts students into a virtual classroom for synchronous communication. But also has students connecting asynchronously through various blogging and social media services. I love how she said: “It all works, *just*.” Time zones are a challenge, probably the biggest. Someone in the group asked where to get in touch with people to get started. Here is what people shared: Cultural Relay Fitness for young girls! Julie Lindsay’s ignite was titled “Putting the Global into Online Collaboration.” She has lived and worked in six different countries. She is global, and yet, she has a dilemma with the term. Her supervisors for her doctoral program told her to drop the word ‘global’ from her dissertation. So, she has been thinking about what global really means. Is the use of the word ‘global’ acceptable, necessary or redundant when talking about learning online. Great question. Favourite Quotes and thought bites: - What does the word ‘global’ add to online learning. - Is ‘global’ a mirage? - What happens when we put ‘global’ into online collaboration? What is different? Is there a new understanding of time differences, cultural and daily life? - Global is all-embracing and covering the entire world. - ‘Global’ and affirmative action. Julie proclaims that the ‘Global’ in ‘Online Global Collaboration’ is not redundant. Then, she got ground level and practical by outlining the Norms of Online Global Collaboration: - Being prepared to connect and communicate. - Having a purpose shared outcomes. - Paraphrase use clear common language. - Perceive: ask for help and share knowledge. - Participate and be visible online. - Positive and encouraged DC, build empathy, assume best intentions. - Produce. Productively co-create and encourage learners to compare, contrast and create. - Be open to the potential and serendipitous learning that will happen if you let it. Up next was Amy Shaffer from Connected World. She is intelligent and also quite darling. Her slides are here. “Do you consider yourself as a creator?” she asked right off the top. She believes that when you bush buttons and see things happen, that we then build faith in the world around us. She uses doorknobs as an example. The doorknob is a button you bush everyday, and it works every time. So you trust that it works. This is the idea behind The Wonderment. “It’s a space that gives kids that button to push” she says. A sense of belonging is important in working to make change. And this is the ethos behind The Wonderment. Amy Shaffer wants to give kids a way to actively engage in their own world at their level. More great quotes from Amy: - You can’t leave behind the possibility for genuine human interactions. - The world is waiting and wanting to hear from our students. - Education without action is like food without exercise. Round Table Conversation Topic: Beyond Mystery Location Calls Leader: Billy Krakower (Who brought his own power cord!) - Pro tip: Use TouchCast to practice Mystery Skype. Use a green screen to upload a different picture so it appears that you are coming from another country. - When mystery Skyping, have students keep the same job for 3 times. - Skype around the world in two hours. - If time difference is a challenge have the Skype at night and make it an event with parents! - Link to check out Sharks for Kids Friends I was delighted to see: New connections and First Face2Face Meetings: Do you use the Daily 5 and CAFE in your class? Perhaps you are familiar with this series of books: I attended “Hacking the Daily Five” presented byVictoria Olson MsVictoriaOlson and Sara Boucher @MsGeekyTeach. Victoria and Sara demonstrated how to integrate technology with the Daily 5. They focused on Google and iOS Apple tools. To get session resources, go to the links below: They gave a Daily-5-Disclaimer saying they don’t follow every aspect of the Sister’s Approach. They hack it. Victoria and Sara do stick with the 5 parts of the program. In each of these areas, I learned something new. Read to Self New Learning: - Literably A website where students can read text and the online service provides a running record. I think this is pretty cool, but I like that Victoria emphasized that nothing beats the classroom teacher sitting down with a student. Nothing. - Google and Explain Everything: Victoria fills a Google folder full of books she has downloaded from Reading A-Z. Students can then bring those books into Explain Everything and record their reading. The key idea for me was the idea of using Google and Explain Everything to make a library of things for students to read. I would like to put in shared reading from the previous week, books I have written, classbooks, as well as texts I have access to use. Read to Someone New Learning: - Have two students record their reading and then switch iPad devices. - Invite guest authors via Skype and Google Hangout or even invite parents to read to students if they can make a short break during their work day! Listen to Reading New Learning: - Tools and Websites for Listening to Reading: Work on Writing New Learning: Word Work New Learning: Websites for Word Work: - Spelling City (also an iOS App) - Funbrain and play Mad Libs - Florida Center for Reading Research

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Tags: aging/life course, demography/population, methodology/statistics, demographic transition, fertility, mortality, subtitles/CC, 00 to 05 mins Summary: In an earlier video post from The Economist I introduced the population pyramid, which is a type of graph used by demographers to interpret population characteristics and project how those characteristics will change in the future. Using these pyramid graphs, it's possible to discern whether a given population is growing rapidly, growing slowly, or in decline, and whether the country has undergone a demographic transition. Few graphs are more useful than population pyramids, for they allow policymakers to establish tax structures, based on projections of the number of working-age people who will be able to pay taxes and the number of people who will be dependent on social services. Knowing characteristics of a population is also essential if one hopes to prevent food shortages, avoid ecological threats, and lesson the blow of chronic poverty. This video lesson prepared by Kim Preshoff is a nice primer on reading the graphs, as it compares the population distributions of a number of different countries, including Russia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Canada, Japan, China, and the United States. After watching the video and discussing the potential challenges each country faces, it's useful to ask students to find or create population pyramids for other countries and report on the challenges their chosen country faces based on its population characteristics. Submitted By: Lester Andrist Tags: aging/life course, demography/population, health/medicine, methodology/statistics, demographic transition, fertility, mortality, total fertility rate, subtitles/CC, 00 to 05 mins Summary: The population pyramid is a visualization of a society's age structure and is so named because of its shape. A thick base at the bottom indicates that the largest share of the population is young, and the pyramid's steep slope, which vanishes to a point, represents the cold fact that the mortality rate increases as people age. In countries around the world, the shape of this pyramid age distribution has been observed to change, a process demographers call a demographic transition. The traditional pyramid shape is common in less industrialized societies, which is an indication that fertility and mortality rates are high and life spans are short. However, with the diffusion of medical advancements, the reach of health care services, and improvments in drinking water and sanitation mortality rates typically drop and life spans increase. And with more children surviving the first decade of life and contraception becoming more widely available, fertility rates typically plummet. The result is that the pyramid-looking age distribution begins to resemble a column. Since each successive bar represents the size of an age cohort, it follows that in a society with a stable fertility rate and a low mortality rate, the bars resist sloping inward until the older age cohorts where mortaility seems to overcome advancements in health. • As the above video from The Economist explains, demographic transitions have been observed to happen on a country-by-country basis, but if one pools data from countries around the world, it appears that the age structure of the global population is slowly undergoing one big demographic transition. In 1970, the world's population could be represented as a pyramid, but in 2015 the the pyramid more closely resembles the dome of the U.S. Capitol Building. By 2060, demographers project that the dome-like structure will give way to columns, and it may be difficult to remember why demographers ever called it a population pyramid in the first place. • It is important to keep in mind that creating these graphs is more than an exercise in data visualization, and such graphs can be useful tools for policymakers. For instance, whether the age distribution resembles a pyramid or a column has important implications for answering questions about society's tax structure and resource allocations. It is essential to know the number of people who comprise vulnerable populations, such as children and the elderly. Population pyramids and the calculations they represent can also become a catalyst for more philosophical ponderings, such as what it will mean that for the first time in human history the world will have just as many older people as children. Submitted by: Lester Andrist Tags: aging/life course, children/youth, health/medicine, marriage/family, psychology/social psychology, change, college, depression, high school graduation, moving, retirement home, transition, turning point, 06 to 10 mins Summary: Sociologists that study the life course emphasize the importance of turning points. The life course refers to the various interconnected sequences of events that take place over the course of a person’s lifetime. Transitions are changes that people experience in different stages or roles of their life; examples include entry into marriage, divorce, parenthood, employment, or military service. These transitions can, but don’t necessarily, lead to turning points, which are marked by long-term changes in behavior that “redirect” a person’s life path. Whether or not a turning point has taken place only becomes apparent after the passage of time, when one can look back and confirm that a long-term change has occurred (e.g., see Elder 1985; Sampson and Laub 1996; Abbott 2001, ch. 8). Rutter (1996) highlights three types of life events can serve as turning points: (1) life events that either close or open opportunities, (2) life events that make a lasting change on the person’s environment, and (3) life events that change a person’s self-concept, beliefs, or expectations. For example, Uggen (2000) examined whether work serves as a turning point in the life course of criminals, and whether age and employment status can explain recidivism rates. In the short film above, a young filmmaker chronicles the transitions taking place in the lives of two family members: his 82-year-old grandmother, Obaa, and his 17-year-old sister, Phoebe. Obaa has recently sold her house and is moving into a retirement home; Phoebe is graduating high school in two weeks and will soon be heading off to college. Both women experience depression. As viewers, we don’t know whether these transitions will lead to turning points in the lives of Obaa or Phoebe. Viewers are encouraged to consider how these life changes constitute a transition, using Rutter’s (1996) criteria above. Also, how might mental illnesses, such as depression or dementia, intersect with the ability for a transition to result in a turning point? How might transitions help or hinder people with mental illnesses? What about a person’s age? Do viewers believe that Obaa’s or Phoebe’s age will play an important role in their transition or potential turning point? What unique and/or similar challenges and/or opportunities will each woman face as they transition into a new stage of their life? Submitted By: Anonymous Tags: abortion/reproduction, aging/life course, demography/population, marriage/family, cohabitation, divorce, millennials, 00 to 05 mins Summary: A report from Pew Research Center confirms a familiar trend known to sociologists of the family: marriage is in decline. While in 1960 about 7 in 10 Americans over the age of 18 were married, by 2010 that rate had slipped to about 5 in 10. To those who see this trend as evidence that families are disappearing, the evidence appears even more grim once one examines the rate of decline among different age groups. In 1960, about 6 out of every 10 Americans between the ages of 18 and 29 tied the knot. Today, people in that age bracket have been dubbed millennials and far fewer of them are married—only about 2 in 10 in 2010. Not surprisingly, the difference in cohort marriage rates seems to be echoed in the difference between what those cohorts say about marriage. For instance, 44% of millenials agree with the sentiment that marriage is becoming obsolete, while only 32% of people over the age of 65 agree with that view. • While the proportion of people aged 18 to 29 who are reluctant to ever get married appears to be growing, it's important to note that many millennials are just waiting longer than ever to to do it. That is, the median age at first marriage in 1960 was 20 for women and 23 for men, but by 2013, the respective ages had increased to 23 for women and 29 for men. Accompanying this delay is the fact that people appear to be much more inclined to have children out of wedlock. • Nevertheless, it is true that the institution of marriage, as Americans once understood it, appears to be changing, and by nearly every measure it is fair to say it is in decline. But to those who see the foregoing discussion as further evidence that the American family is also in decline, or in the grips of a crisis, take a breath and consider the following. Familes existed long before the advent of marriage, so there is no logical reason to assume that they will cease to exist if marriage disappears. To peer into the future of marriage and family, one must analytically uncouple the two concepts: family can exist without marriage, and marriage can exist without family. What seems clear is that families are simply continuing to change, just as they have always changed. Unlike the nuclear family of the 1950s, there is no dominant family type which casts a long shadow on all the others. In a sense, families are persisting in spite of marriage. For even more information about demographic trends related to the family, check out our Pinterest page devoted to the topic. Submitted By: Lester Andrist Tags: aging/life course, comedy, stereotypes, 11 to 20 mins Summary: In this video, Fritz Coleman delivers the keynote address at the Pasadena Conference on Aging. Coleman, who has been both a weatherman and standup comedian for over 30 years, shares his thoughts about aging. In a very entertaining talk, he defies a variety the stereotypes that have been attached to the aged. Coleman discusses what people go through in terms of body changes, relationship dynamics, ignored elements in a youth-oriented culture, and the subtleties of everyday life. This is a good way to introduce a sociological approach to aging that addresses the combination of biological, psychological, and social processes that affect people as they grow older. As part of a life course perspective, it emphasizes viewing older adults as active agents in their own lives, but also facing structural constraints (e.g. stereotypes), and the ways that societies view aging differently (e.g. while the US is a very youth-oriented culture, other cultures hold older adults in great esteem). As a Senior Citizen (72), I believe this will help all younger people get a better understanding of what we seniors deal with. Furthermore, it might give them a good idea of what they can look forward too. His account invites people to make sense of aging by using humor to address the physical, emotional, and mental, issues all seniors deal with. Submitted By: Paul D. LaBarre, Retired & Adjunct Faculty at Daniel Webster College and Southern New Hampshire University Tags: aging/life course, emotion/desire, lgbtq, prejudice/discrimination, rural/urban, sex/sexuality, adolescence, gay, performative social science, uk, 21 to 60 mins Summary: Rufus Stone is a short film about "love, sexual awakening, and treachery." According to Director Josh Appignanesi, "the story dramatizes the old and continued prejudices of village life from three main perspectives. Chiefly it is the story of Rufus, an ‘out’ older gay man who was exiled from the village as a youth and reluctantly returns from London to sell his dead parents’ cottage, where he is forced to confront the faces of his estranged past. Of these, Abigail is the tattle-tale who ‘outed’ Rufus 50 years ago when he spurned her interest. She has become a lonely deluded lush. Flip, the boy Rufus adored, has also stayed in the village: a life wasted in celibacy (occasionally interrupted by anonymous sexual encounters) and denial (who is) looking after his elderly mother. But Rufus too isn’t whole, saddled with an inability to return or forgive." The film is based on three years of a Research Council UK funded study of the lives of older lesbians and gay men in south west England and Wales, a part of the national New Dynamics of Ageing Programme of research. The project was led by Kip Jones, who also wrote the story and acted as Executive Producer for the film. Winner of two awards, the film has gone on to be screened at film festivals, other universities in the UK, USA and Canada and by organizations such as Alzheimer’s Society UK, LGBT groups, and health, social and aging support networks. Screenings of the film would be appropriate for a wide variety of audiences, including in undergraduate and graduate teaching, community groups, and LGBT and aging support organisations. Viewers can access more information about the project and film at the Rufus Stone Blog. Submitted By: Kip Jones Tags: aging/life course, children/youth, crime/law/deviance, discourse/language, health/medicine, inequality, media, prejudice/discrimination, race/ethnicity, crack, cocaine, drugs, moral panic, war on drugs, 06 to 10 mins Access: New York Times Summary: In their book, Policing the Crisis, Stuart Hall and his coauthors investigate what was reported to be a sharp increase in muggings that occurred in Britain at the start of the 1970s. In fact, despite much public concern, a rash of criminality could not be verified, leading the authors to consider a far more likely scenario, that British society was gripped by something called a moral panic. "When the official reaction to a person, groups of persons or series of events is out of all proportion to the actual threat offered, when 'experts', in the form of police chiefs, the judiciary, politicians and editors perceive the threat in all but identical terms, and appear to talk 'with one voice' of rates, diagnoses, prognoses and solutions, when the media representations universally stress 'sudden and dramatic' increases (in numbers involved or events) and 'novelty', above and beyond that which a sober, realistic appraisal could sustain, then we believe it is appropriate to speak of the beginnings of a moral panic." The public fear about widespread muggings in Britain can be likened to the sudden swell of concern in the U.S. regarding the spread of crack cocaine in the 1980s. Unlike muggings, cocaine use was truly on the rise, but in many ways the dilemma was similarly blown "all out of proportion." The above video chronicles the role played by the media in exaggerating the scale of the cocaine problem and the dire health consequences predicted for the children of women who used the drug. As expressed by one politician, there was a belief that crack babies would "overwhelm every social service delivery system that they come into contact with throughout the rest of their lives." As the video explains, many people born to mothers who were addicted to crack have been able to lead lives free of the health complications foretold by newscasters. So if the actual threat posed by the growing use of cocaine was something different than the one portrayed in the media, why did the moral panic about "crack babies" take hold in the public consciousness? One explanation is that the preliminary research, which first raised the issue of potential health consequences for these children, coincided with President Ronald Reagan's War on Drugs. As the legal scholar Michelle Alexander notes, in an effort to secure funding for the new war, Reagan actually hired staff in 1985 to publicize the emergence of crack cocaine, and a national tragedy involving "crack babies" was just the kind of story they sought to promote. A second explanation for why the moral panic took hold ties in the fact that the War on Drugs has been a racist war from the very start, and the idea of a scourge of crack-addicted pregnant mothers aligned well with long held, racist stereotypes of black welfare queens who raise children in crime-infested neighborhoods. Submitted By: Lester Andrist Tags: abortion/reproduction, aging/life course, biology, bodies, gender, health/medicine, lgbtq, marriage/family, science/technology, sex/sexuality, social construction, fatherhood, motherhood, parenting, pregnancy, stigma, transgender, subtitles/CC, 06 to 10 mins Summary: This video portrays the experiences and voices of various transgender parents and their families, which includes their decisions to become parents, reflections on what it means to be a parent, experiences of being a child of a transgender parent, the social stigma attached to being a transgender parent (and transgenderism in general), and experiences with various reproductive technology options. The video is excellent for illustrating the diversity of family structures and alternative gender arrangements, and would be useful in a class on sociology of the family, reproduction, gender, or sex and sexuality. People in the video highlight the hyper-gendered experience of pregnancy and parenting, thereby illustrating the social construction of these core features of the life course; this social constructivist perspective stands in contrast to common biological understandings of pregnancy and parenting. This video would pair well with Laura Mamo's Queering Reproduction: Achieving Pregnancy in the Age of Technoscience, as well as with GLAD's recently released book, Transgender Family Law: A Guide to Effective Advocacy, which can offer a nice framework for discussing some of the legal issues and advocacy strategies that transgender people encounter in a family law context. The video is also available with Spanish subtitles. Submitted By: Valerie Chepp Image by Kristian Dowling/Getty Images for Beatie Tags: aging/life course, bodies, ageism, comedy, stereotypes, 21 to 60 mins Access: no online access (trailer here) Summary: According to the show's creators, "'Betty White's Off Their Rockers'" takes senior stereotypes and blows them out of the water with a cast of sassy septuagenarians who are hip, sexy and ready to party!" The show features seniors who routinely prank young adults in hilarious situations. Season 1, episode 1 of the show offers a great platform for a discussion about ageism and stereotypes about the elderly (although all episodes to date also seem to be great for this). When using the episode in class, I had my students take notes on underlying stereotypes that make the show shocking and funny. We discussed that societal norms can sometimes most clearly be seen in showing their opposite. My students quickly picked up that the show would not be shocking if other age groups were doing these things. They also noticed that the show assumes elderly people are not sexual, do not have fun, and are not energetic or lively. It was a fun way to start a conversation about our section on aging. Submitted By: @iamtjones Tags: aging/life course, art/music, emotion/desire, marriage/family, methodology/statistics, biography, data visualization, divorce, memory, narrative, storytelling, 00 to 05 mins Summary: In this clip "Polly", a 65 year old woman from the Midlands in the UK, recalls the time as a child when her parents sat her down and asked her which of them she wanted to be with. Her story, re-narrated by three players, represents how this traumatic event became an enduring memory throughout the various stages of her life. This video exhibits how sociologists can draw upon biography and narrative to explore any number of sociological concepts; in this particular clip, Polly's narration of her own biography can be used to explore sociological understandings of memory, emotion, family, and the life course. For example, the clip could be useful in a class on cognitive sociology, highlighting how cognitive processes, such as memory, are shaped by socio-cultural events, such as divorce. In addition to using the clip as a way to interrogate biography and narrative as sociological methods of research, the clip could also be a nice launching pad from which to introduce an assignment where students create their own videos, using their own biographical narratives as a window through which to explore larger sociological phenomena, much in the way C.W. Mills suggested. The clip's Vimeo webpage provides production details about the video, as well as a link to a paper by Kip Jones, the video's writer and producer, "The Art of Collaborative Storytelling: Arts-Based Representations of Narrative Contexts," which tells more about Polly's story and Jones' method. Kip Jones describes the clip as an "experiment in visualisation of research data." Submitted By: Kip Jones Got any videos? Are you finding useful videos for your classes? Do you have good videos you use in your own classes? Please consider submitting your videos here and helping us build our database!

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The 1960 street map of Lagos, Nigeria, shows a small coastal city surrounded by a few semi-rural African villages. Paved roads quickly turn to dirt, and fields to forest. There are few buildings over six floors high and not many cars. It’s likely no one foresaw what would happen between 1960 and today. In just two generations Lagos grew 100-fold, from fewer than 200,000 people to nearly 20 million. Today it is one of the world’s largest cities, sprawling over nearly 1,000 square kilometers (400 square miles). Vastly wealthy in parts, it is largely chaotic and impoverished. Most residents live in informal settlements, or slums. The great majority of them are not connected to piped water or sanitation. The city’s streets are choked with traffic, its air is full of fumes and it produces more than 10,000 metric tons (11,000 tons) of waste a day. But new research from Canadian academics, though replete with caveats, suggests that the changes Lagos has seen in the last 60 years may be nothing to what may take place in the next 60 years. If Nigeria’s population continues to grow and people move to cities at the same rate as they are moving today, Lagos could be the largest metropolis the world has ever known, home to up to 100 million people. By 2100 it is projected to have more people than California or Britain today, and to stretch hundreds of miles with enormous environmental effects. In the 1960s, the Nigerian city of Lagos was home to a few hundred thousand people, many living in modest circumstances. Today gleaming skyscrapers dominate the view, and the population has soared to nearly 20 million. Photos courtesy of The National Archives UK (left) and © iStockphoto.com | peeterv (right) Hundreds of far smaller cities across Asia and Africa could also grow exponentially, say the Canadian demographers Daniel Hoornweg and Kevin Pope at the Ontario Institute of Technology. They suggest that Niamey, the barely known capital of Niger — a west African country with the highest birth rate in the world — could explode from a city of around 1 million people today to be the world’s seventh largest city with 56 million people in 2100. Sleepy Blantyre in southern Malawi could mushroom to the size of New York City today. Under the researchers’ extreme scenario, where fertility rates remain high and urbanization continues apace, within 35 years over 100 world cities will have populations larger than 5.5 million people. By 2100, say the authors, the world’s population centers will have shifted to Asia and Africa with only 14 of the 101 largest cities then in Europe or the Americas. Cities in the Global South are growing much faster than they did in industrialized countries 100 or more years ago for several reasons. Fewer children now die young. Migration from rural areas is speeding up because there’s less new farmland to be opened up. Many countries encourage urbanization to grow their economies. As a result, cities today are being challenged to keep pace with the largest wave of urban growth in history and the need to provide water, sanitation and power to all those people. It’s impossible to know how cities will grow, but the stark fact, according to the United Nations, is that humanity is young, fertile and increasingly urban. The median age of Nigeria is just 18, and of all Africa’s 54 countries is under 20. The fertility rate of the continent’s 500 million women is 4.4 births; meanwhile, 50 percent of India’s population is under age 25, and Latin America’s average age is just 29. Recent U.N. projections expect the world’s population to grow by 2.9 billion — nearly that of China and India today — in the next 33 years and possibly by a further 3 billion by the end of the century. By then, says the U.N., humanity is expected to have developed into an almost exclusively urban species with 80 to 90 percent of people living in urban areas. The Canadian researchers observe that urbanization can have environmental benefits in the form of economies of scale; that it is associated with better access to education and health care; and that it can boost the economy. But they also note that cities can become more vulnerable as they grow. And, says Robert Muggah, research director of the Igarapé Institute in Rio de Janeiro, a global think tank, urbanization can rapidly outpace society’s capacity to accommodate it. “Cities are generating a challenge on a level never seen before.” — Robert Muggah “Many fast-growing cities urbanize before they industrialize,” Muggah says. “It took centuries for cities in the Global North to do this. In the south we are seeing a doubling of population in 25 years. Most cities [today] don’t have the infrastructure, employment base or productivity to manage this growth. You see a maze of informal settlements, completely overloaded infrastructure. Cities are generating a challenge on a resource level never seen before. The fastest growing cities may be hit the hardest.” Whether the world’s major cities develop into endless, chaotic slums, with unbreathable air, uncontrolled emissions, and impoverished populations starved of food and water, or become truly sustainable depends on economies, technology and how they respond to population growth and environmental risk. Click on year to see the predicted populations. Source: Hoornweg, D., and Pope, K. 2016. Population predictions for the world’s largest cities in the 21st century. Environment and Urbanization 29(1):195–216. While many economists argue that population growth is needed to create wealth and that urbanization reduces environmental impact, others fear cities are becoming ungovernable and too unwieldy to adapt fast enough to rising temperatures and sea levels, pollution, water shortages, and ill health of inhabitants. Will mega-cities be part of the problem — or the solution? What can they do to maximize the benefits of urbanization while minimizing the downsides? This look at seven cities on five continents, each at a different stage of development, can shed valuable light on what it might take to do it right. “This city was renowned for its trees, lakes and pleasant air only 25 years ago. Now it’s a dead city that has sacrificed its environment for some of the fastest economic growth seen anywhere in the world,” says T.V. Ramachandra, head of the Energy and Wetlands Research Group at the Indian Institute of Science. Ramachandra and colleague Bharath H. Aithal have documented the environmental effects of breakneck urban growth. “Temperature in the city has increased by 2 to 2.5 °C [3.6 to 4.5 °F] and now reaches 38 to 40 °C [100 to 104 °F]. The water table has declined from 28 meters [92 feet] to 300 meters [984 feet] deep in places; there has been an 88 percent decline in vegetation, a 79 percent decline in wetlands. There is now frequent flooding, even during normal rainfall.” Ramachandra fears that what has happened to Bangalore will happen to all Indian cities. Satellite photos taken 15 years apart show how houses and businesses have replaced wetlands and other open spaces in Bangalore. Images created from Google Earth Historical Imagery. “Air pollution is at dangerous levels, the water is polluted, there is nowhere for the waste to go, and the lakes have been killed,” he says. “The situation is very worrying. People are moving out. Illnesses are increasing. At this rate every house will need a dialysis machine. Bangalore cannot continue like this. It is becoming an unlivable city. This is the worst city in the world for unchecked urbanization.” India, which is widely expected to be the most populous country in the world with over 1.5 billion people by 2050, is projected by government to see its urban population double to nearly 600 million in 30 years. Its megacities, like Mumbai and Delhi, are not expected to grow much more; instead, smaller cities are rapidly expanding. The environmental cost is huge. India’s air pollution is now as bad as China’s, with 1.1 million people dying prematurely in 2015 alone from poor air quality linked to the hyperdevelopment taking place in many cities. And the “frenzy of unplanned urbanization has divided people and wrecked nature,” says Prerna Bindra, author of The Vanishing: India’s Wildlife Crisis, a new analysis of the effect of urbanization and economic growth on India’s rich wildlife. “In 20 years the area covered by Indian cities has expanded by a whopping 250 percent … and in the next 15, over 300 million people will be crowding urban India,” Bindra says. “Wetlands, lakes, green spaces are giving way to glass and concrete. The retreat of natural habitats has meant the rapid decline of urban wildlife, even the once ubiquitous: house sparrows or bullfrogs and common toads that serenaded the monsoons; or jackals, once not a very uncommon sight on urban fringes.” Wildlife sanctuaries and national parks are being decimated to make way for roads, housing and industry. As Bangalore expands into natural spaces, wild animals are increasingly injured, killed or crowded out. Photo courtesy of People for Animals Bangalore | YouTube In the past 30 years numerous citizen groups and nongovernmental organizations have been established to promote more sustainable development, including improving solid waste management policy, advancing mass transit and promoting urban green spaces. India’s dash for urbanization is lifting people from poverty, but the toll on forests, wetlands and the natural world is vast. Pierre Sass moved to Kinshasa in the 1990s. Like thousands of young men, he came looking for work, rented an overcrowded room on the edge of the city and, four years later, bought his own plot of land. Today, the edge of the city is 3 miles (5 kilometers) away and he has built his own two-room house for himself, his wife and three children. He has electricity but no water or sewerage. Kinshasa had around 20,000 people in 1920. By 1940 it was home to about 450,000 people. Today it has possibly 12 million and is predicted to be in the neighborhood of 50 million by 2075. A sprawling megalopolis, it’s ringed by vast shantytowns of informal settlements. Already expanding rapidly into fertile agricultural land on its outskirts, Kinshasa is expected to be the world’s largest city in 2075. Photo courtesy of FredR (Flickr | Creative Commons) “When you go to there today you see disarray and congestion,” says Somik Lall, the World Bank’s lead economist for urban development in Africa. “Yes, it will be one of the biggest cities in Africa by 2050 but I do not think it is the model for future Africa, nor do I think it will have a population of 70 million.” Predicted Population 2050 Societies change and develop, Lall says, and Africa is urbanizing fast, offering huge economic opportunities as well as new risks for political instability and extreme poverty. “The big question is the economic growth not keeping up with population growth in cities as it did in Asia, Europe and the U.S. when they industrialized. What seems to be happening in Africa is that it is triggering only small-scale informal trading [as opposed to global commerce]. People coming to cities like Kinshasa are not adding economic benefit. The problem is not enough investment is being made in the infrastructure of African cities. It’s only about 10 percent of GDP, whereas in East Asia it is 40 to 50 percent.” By 2100, about 40 percent of all humans and nearly half of all children in the world will be African, heralding one of the fastest and most radical demographic changes in history. The continent’s population is now roughly 1.2 billion but will soar to more than 4 billion by 2100. It is bound to be a messy transition, Lall says. “But I am not worried about the grime and dirt so much. That comes later. We mix up wanting a city to be productive and be pretty. I want to make sure people get a good job.” In Kinshasa, as in other booming African cities, the number of people is increasing faster than the economic growth required to feed and house them all. © iStockphoto.com | guenterguni But Kinshasa’s current condition is not necessarily indicative of its future status, Lall points out. “There’s no way to say what cities will look like in 2100. Seoul in 1980 could never have predicted how it is today. It was a grimy, dirty industrial city. Africa has a young labor force. Places like Kinshasa are some of the most dynamic places in the world.” Tan Huang is 24 years old and bewildered. After years living away from Guiyang, she returned last year from Germany to the formerly small provincial capital to find it had become China’s fastest-growing city and completely unrecognizable. The fields her grandparents worked, once over 5 miles (8 kilometers) from the small city center, are now covered with closely packed high-rise housing estates and office towers. Her family members live on the eighth floor of a block of apartments in a new zone. They look over shopping malls and ring roads. Former slums have been razed, farmland converted, rivers diverted and forests felled. “Even the hills look different. I was really shocked. The city stretches so far. It is like a new world where I know no one and nothing,” she says. China’s fastest-growing city, Guiyang is working hard to rectify the legacy of air and water pollution past urbanization has created. Photo courtesy of tak.wing (Flickr | Creative Commons) The scale and speed of China’s shift to cities is shocking — possibly the fastest and largest migration of a human population in history. In just 30 years, nearly 500 million people have moved from rural areas into China’s 622 main cities, and a predominantly rural country has become nearly 60 percent urban. By 2030, over 1 billion Chinese — two in three people — will live in cities. Guiyang has few slums and little sprawl, and its growth has been ordered. But urbanization has been an ecological disaster that will take generations to rectify. In the early days, pollution turned the Nanming River black and stinking. Air pollution was allowed to continue unchecked, carbon dioxide emissions rocketed from coal-fired industry, forests were felled and soil was contaminated on a massive scale. Today the city is still growing at breakneck speed, but authorities are trying to rectify mistakes. It has worked to clean up the Nanming River and has implemented numerous measures to reduce air pollution. The environmental impact of China’s breakneck urbanization extends beyond the country’s borders, devastating vast areas of Africa and Latin America. “Rapid urbanization was encouraged. It was the way China grew its economy,” says Gordon McGranahan, a research fellow at the Institute of Development Studies in the U.K., who specializes in urbanization in China, India, Brazil and South Africa. “China used cities to generate growth and land to generate investment. It had to bring people to the cities, it experimented with converting land to urban areas. Its cities were critical to its growth. No one paid much attention to the environment until it hit them in the face.” The environmental impact of China’s breakneck urbanization extends beyond the country’s borders, devastating vast areas of Africa and Latin America where China turned for the raw materials for its industrial revolution. China is now by far the world’s largest consumer of cement, metal ores, industrial minerals, fossil fuels and biomass. It consumes nearly half the world’s coal and a third of its oil and minerals. The result has been severe forest loss and pollution in countries from Gabon to Tanzania and Ecuador. Click on year to see migration flows. Adapted from Chan, K.W. 2008. Internal labor migration in China: trends, geographical distribution and policies (unpublished presentation) and Chan, K.W. 2012. Migration and development in China: trends, geography and current issues, Migration and Development 1(2): 187–205. By 2025 China expects to have over 220 cities with a population of at least 1 million. Small cities are merging and megacities like Shanghai and Beijing, which have exploded to over 20 million people each in a few decades, will not be allowed to grow further. Both have plans to cap their size by 2020. Meanwhile, President Xi Jinping intends to build one of the largest new cities on Earth. Xiongan New Area, 60 miles south of Beijing, is expected to eventually house many millions of people and be roughly three times the size of New York City. According to the Chinese government it will “curb urban sprawl and protect ecology” as China’s population grows. It is, say the authorities, going to be a “smart city,” run entirely on renewable energy with its people connected, its air relatively free from industrial pollution and its transport close to all-electric. Priscilla Connolly, professor of urban sociology at the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, has lived in Mexico City since the 1970s. In that time, she has seen it triple in size into one of the world’s five largest cities. “No one expected Mexico City to grow so much,” she says. “But for years it was thought that the more people who lived there the better. There was a pro-population policy. Now the city has stopped growing and medium size cities are growing fastest.” The city is still vastly overcrowded, massively polluted and predominantly poor. That said, it shows that rapid change can be controlled, and that urbanization has its benefits. “There has been progress in so many ways,” Connolly says. “Most people can read and are housed. They don’t expect to die at 5. All in all it’s been a successful transition, though fraught with future environmental risk.” Fast-growing cities in Africa and Asia could learn from Mexico City’s mistakes. They cannot just be designed around the car but must take account of a changing climate, flooding and air pollution, Connolly says. “Water will be the crunch issue in Mexico City. Will there be enough water? Probably not,” Connolly says. “People will have to reduce consumption. Cities must think about the whole water cycle. In 50 years’ time wastewater will be like gold.” The shantytowns and informal settlements that ringed Mexico City in the 1970s are now being upgraded. However, environmental issues are still not high on the agenda, and the city has a semipermanent water crisis as a growing population depletes aquifers, a sinking surface alters the city’s capacity to move water, and climate change drives freshwater supply down and demand up. Poor El Alto is a satellite city overlooking rich La Paz from the high altiplano. In 1952 it was little more than a village. In 1960 it had fewer than 30,000 people. Now it has exploded into a metropolis with close to 1 million or more people living in the rarified air 4,100 meters (13,600 feet) above sea level. High in the mountains of Bolivia, El Alto offers a hopeful model for coupling growth in both population and prosperity. Photo © Alamy.com | Ashley Cooper pics Hundreds of thousands of people, including Mario Mamani, have flooded in over the last decade. Mamani and his family came from Pinaya village high in the Andes, below the great snowcapped Illimani mountain nearly 10 years ago. He wanted work, and frequent droughts, erratic rainfall, heat waves, unseasonal frosts and floods had made conditions too hard to grow crops. Predicted Population 2050 El Alto is a city in progress, he says, starting to prosper as industry and its economy develop. It is also a model of how to build from scratch in a bleak environment with few resources. Latin America is now the world’s most urbanized continent with 80 percent of people living in towns and cities. And El Alto has already outgrown La Paz itself. “Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay led the urbanization of Latin America. But we are still trying to understand the implications of its effect on the environment,” says urban researcher Fernando Aragón -Durand, a lead author for the IPCC special report on meeting the United Nations’ 1.5°C temperature target. Showing both community pride and panache on a city cleanup day, these youths portend a promising future for El Alto. Photo © Alamy.com | Westend61 GmbH According to Aragón-Durand, cities not only bring people face to face with the brunt of the impacts of climate change, they also contribute to it. “Urbanization creates the conditions for vulnerable people to be exposed to floods, droughts, hurricanes,” he says. “Cities create climate change. The more people live in a city, the more pollutants are emitted. The relationship between climate change and urbanization is misunderstood. Climate change is seen only as an environmental and energy issue, not related to urbanization.” But, Aragón-Durand adds, cities are also an important part of the solution. “It is from them that the solutions will emerge — mitigation and adaptation,” he says. “Cities are the key players in tackling good practice.” European cities are some of the world’s richest, and most are expected to barely grow or even shrink over the next 50 years. Declining birth rates, aging populations and good infrastructure allow many to now focus on the environment. But they are some of the world’s biggest consumers of energy and resources and producers of emissions. This, says Copenhagen lord mayor Frank Jensen, imposes on them an ethical duty to change. A swimmable harbor rimmed by wind turbines and bicycle-friendly streets epitomizes Copenhagen’s aspiration to be a global leader in sustainability. Photo courtesy of CucombreLibre (Flickr | Creative Commons) “Today our harbor is so clean we can swim in the water, and 62 percent of Copenhageners ride their bike to work or school every day,” he says. “I want Copenhagen to maintain and further develop this position as a green and livable city. We have set the very ambitious goal of becoming the world’s first carbon neutral capital by 2025. We are already well on our way; CO2 emissions are down by 50 percent since 1995. We will become carbon neutral with a green transition of our energy production, energy consumption and mobility.” Jensen’s plan is to make Copenhagen even greener, more livable and more bicycle-friendly. “This would mean building even more bicycle lanes and new bridges to make even more Copenhageners choose the bike over the car,” he says. Jensen thinks city governments are more adaptable and quicker to act than higher levels of government. He envisages them exchanging ideas and initiatives with clusters like C40 Cities, an international forum for mayors to meet and develop new ideas to solve environmental problems. In Europe, where one in four people is age 60 or older — a figure expected to rise to 35 percent by 2050 and to 36 percent in 2100 — the city is the future for both individual and the planet, he suggests. “By sharing our best ideas and solutions, we can go from great solutions locally to brilliant advances globally. Cities therefore play a key role in ensuring a more sustainable future, and we can and will lead the way for national governments to push forward the green agenda.” The danger is inequality, he says. “I fear that Copenhagen can end up like London or Paris, which now are cities almost exclusively for wealthy people. For me, it is vital to make sure that Copenhagen remains a city for all. I don’t want a segregated city divided into wealthy and poor neighborhoods. Therefore, my main priorities are affordable housing, high-quality public schools, clean air and a high-quality everyday life for all Copenhageners.” What happens in cities, says Mark Watts, executive director of C40, will determine the world’s environment in the coming century. “Together they consume close to two-thirds of the world’s energy and account for more than 70 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. As cities develop, their exposure to climate and disaster risk also increases. Almost half a billion urban residents live in coastal areas, increasing their vulnerability to storm surges and sea level rise. With more than 80 percent of global GDP generated in cities, urbanization can contribute to sustainable growth if managed well by increasing productivity, allowing innovation and new ideas to emerge.” Believe the graphics and the spreadsheets, and Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, will by 2040 be a cross between Singapore and Dallas. The city master plan, drawn up by Asian and Australian architects in 2013, suggests its many slums will be cleared, new financial and university districts will be built and there will be a new airport, ring roads, gleaming high-rise towers, urban farms, pleasant parks and good housing for hundreds of thousands of people. Four years on, the plan is still a fantasy. The international investors have failed largely to come to the world’s 20th poorest country. The roads and public transport are not built. There are persistent water shortages, power cuts and gridlock. People are being evicted from city center markets and slums to make room for development, but Kigali is still a desperately poor capital city. Though a 2013 master makeover plan envisions gleaming high-rises and pleasant parks for Kigali, many residents of Rwanda’s capital city remain desperately poor. Photo courtesy of Francisco Anzola (Flickr | Creative Commons) The idea of investing heavily in ambitious makeovers has attracted many African governments. Accra, Lagos, Kinshasa, Entebbe, Nairobi and a dozen other sub-Saharan African cities all have plans to attract their rich and middle classes to shiny new satellite cities and districts. “Sub-Saharan Africa’s population could well double in 50 years,” says Vanessa Watson, professor of city and regional planning at the University of Cape Town University in South Africa and a lead consultant for U.N. Habitat’s Planning Sustainable Cities: Global Report on Human Settlements 2009. It’s the smaller cities rather than the biggest which are growing fastest.” Watson fears that state spending on infrastructure for African cities is being skewed toward ambitious new developments and satellite cities for the middle class. “Many African cities are coming together, spreading outwards. There’s nothing to stop them growing. People who want a foothold in the city just come to the peripheries,” she says. Watson fears that state spending on infrastructure for African cities is being skewed toward ambitious new developments and satellite cities for the middle class as proposed by international developers rather than going to poorer areas where people are being evicted from well-located inner city areas. This is leading to environmental devastation and inequality, she says. “Cities in Africa have been deprived of state investment. The wealth of many countries has been directed abroad. Many governments, like in Kenya and Zimbabwe, have been anti-urban for political reasons because their political parties have rural bases. Rwanda and Ethiopia alone are controlling urban populations, by destroying slums and moving people to smaller towns.” HelpAge International. Global AgeWatch Index 2015 Projections for African cities suggest they will explode. Sixty percent of Africans are under age 24, and hundreds of smaller cities are seeing population growth of 3.5 percent a year or more, doubling in size about every 20 years. Her recommendation: “African cities must learn that they cannot become sustainable by building roads. They must embrace public transport and not cars. They must find their own model and not try to reproduce what European cities [did], which were built on vast capital and centuries of slow growth. If not, there is a bleak future of growing inequality, and massive environmental damage.” Humanity is now an urban species. The slow drift from rural areas to U.S. and European cities in the 18th and 19th century has become an unprecedented worldwide tsunami. Western cities took the world to the brink of ecological disaster as they grew by paying little heed to pollution, waste and climate emissions. Now, developing countries must avoid their mistakes and find better ways to make the urban transition. It will be the biggest task they may ever face. Indeed, what happens to them will ultimately determine the global environment and the quality of life of most of the world’s projected 11 billion people. Many are already investing in clean transport and water, sewage, renewable energy, planning, well-being and good housing for all. Others face what seem like insurmountable problems and will need help and leadership. In closing their report, the Canadian researchers issue a call to begin planning and developing skills to manage megacities. “Efforts to improve city governance and urban management are urgently needed, especially in regions where current levels of service provision are already poor, yet cities are expected to grow markedly,” they write. Get urbanization right, and there is real hope that climate change can be controlled and people’s health improved. But get future cities wrong, and the consequences will be a diminished, polluted world for everyone. The choices made today will determine whether cities are ultimately the problem — or the solution. UPDATED 03.22.18: The doubling rate for some smaller African cities was updated to about every 20 years. Edge is the multimedia storytelling platform of Ensia, an independent, nonprofit magazine presenting new perspectives on environmental challenges and solutions to a global audience. Story – John Vidal John Vidal was environment editor of the Guardian for 27 years. Based mainly in London, he has reported on climate change and international environmental issues from over 100 countries. He is the author of McDonald’s, Burger Culture on Trial. Opening Spread Photo Credits Introduction: © iStockphoto.com | martinhosmart • Bangalore: © iStockphoto.com | Rklfoto • Kinshasa: © iStockphoto.com | violettenlandungoy • Guiyang: Photo courtesy of Andreas Weigend • Mexico City: © iStockphoto.com | Alija • El Alto: Photo courtesy of The World Bank Photo Collection • Copenhagen: Photo courtesy of Tony Webster • Kigali: Photo courtesy of Brian Harries • Conclusion: © iStockphoto.com | GoodLifeStudio Mexico City Aerial Footage Web Development – Dustin Carlson Dustin Carlson is Ensia’s lead web developer. Photo Research & Graphic Design – Sean Quinn Sean Quinn is Ensia’s graphic designer. Editing and Project Management – Mary Hoff Mary Hoff is Ensia’s editor in chief. Project Oversight – Todd Reubold Todd Reubold is Ensia’s publisher, director and co-founder. Proofreading – David Doody David Doody is Ensia’s senior editor. Fact Checking – Andrew Urevig Andrew Urevig is Ensia’s communications assistant. 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IN LATE AUGUST 1619, a year and a few days before the arrival of the Mayflower, around 20 Africans from the ship White Lion were sold in Jamestown colony; their arrival was duly recorded by John Rolfe (of Pocahontas fame), the colony’s registrar. They were not the first Africans in what would become the United States, but they (and the hundreds of thousands of Africans who followed) brought with them, in their heads and hands, knowledge and skills that transformed the food of the nascent nation. Their position, and that of their descendants, at the bottom of the established pecking order placed them at the working epicenter of nation-building—and meant that, over the intervening four centuries, their influence in culinary life, agriculture, animal husbandry, brewing, and distilling would create a lasting culinary legacy that is often overlooked. Establishing a chronology of labor is difficult, but the first work that was done was probably agricultural and domestic, with the newly arrived working in the fields alongside indentured whites. Angolan-born Antonio, one of the original group of Africans, served a term of indenture and became a farmer and a sizeable landowner. Through the work of Antonio and those like him, farming would be transformed by ideas, such as the careful planting of crops, that were a part of African and Native peoples’ traditions. The crops produced from their methods yielded almost five times as much as the scattered-seed method that was common in Europe. Agricultural practices from the African continent prevailed in many areas, but in none as much as in the cultivation of rice in the Carolina Low Country. From early years, the expertise of enslaved Africans who were from the rice-growing regions of West Africa—Senegambia, Liberia, and Sierra Leone—created extraordinary wealth for the Carolina colony. The Carolina Gold seed itself may have arrived from Madagascar. Other ideas ranging from crop rotation to systems of planting also were transmitted. Crops from Africa like okra, watermelon, black-eyed peas, sorghum, coffee, kola nuts, and sesame were brought across the Atlantic and became staples of the American diet, especially in the South. Some crops, like peanuts, arrived from other parts of the hemisphere via the African slave trade. Recent studies suggest that not only plants but also animals may share African genesis. The celebrated Texas Longhorn cattle, long thought to be a mix of Criollo and European cattle, actually contain DNA of Fulani cattle from West Africa, and descendants of enslaved Fulani herdsmen were some of the nation’s first cowboys. Indeed, by the end of the Civil War, fully 1 in 4 cowboys was Black. Agriculture and animal management were not the only areas influenced by Africa and its descendants; the very taste of the new nation was given an African tinge by the myriad African American cooks who toiled in its taverns and kitchens. When many of the founding fathers sat to table, their meals were prepared by Black cooks and served by Black hands. Washington’s chef, Hercules; Jefferson’s chef, James Hemings; and unknown cooks for the signatories of the Declaration of Independence brought African American culinary know-how to the highest levels of the profession. In Star-Spangled Manners, Judith Martin, better known as Miss Manners, goes so far as to suggest that the very nature of America’s much-vaunted Southern hospitality owes more to African customs than European ones. The scope of influence of African Americans in the beverage industry is still being uncovered, but already findings indicate that in the Colonial and Federal periods, a significant number worked in taverns as servers and were functioning as master brewers, as with Peter Hemings, James’ brother, who occupied that position at Monticello. Nathan “Nearest” Green, who was born enslaved, was the distiller who taught his craft to Jack Daniel. As it was a branch of the service industry, many of the country’s early bartenders were Black, and before Prohibition, most of the bartenders in Washington, D.C., were Black, even founding the Black Mixologists Club, a professional organization. Tom Bullock, who tended bar in St. Louis, wrote The Ideal Bartender in 1917, the first such tome penned by an African American—and one that became a bible for mixologists leading the craft cocktail revolution a century later. Food also offered a range of possibilities for those with an entrepreneurial bent. Women in Gordonsville, Virginia, saw a market for selling food to passengers on the railroads that crossed the town: They sold fried chicken and baked goods through the train windows to hungry passengers. In 19th-century Philadelphia, Robert Bogle established a group of Black caterers who offered their services to the city’s well-to-do. Around the country, African American street vendors hawked everything from New Orleans calas (rice fritters) to pig’s feet in Harlem. African American eateries large and small have fed all Americans for centuries, from Providence’s first ale and oyster house, opened by Emmanuel Bernoon in 1736, to Edouardo Jordan and Mashama Bailey’s restaurants earning James Beard Awards today. African Americans have toiled in every aspect of the country’s food—growing it, selling it, serving it, and creating and offering the beverages to accompany it. It’s a 400-year history that is only now in the 21st century being fully understood, researched, and told. It’s about time. —Jessica B. Harris, professor emerita at Queens College, is a culinary historian, consultant, and cookbook author specializing in the food of Africa and its diaspora. Top left: An early bottle of Jack Daniel’s; the formerly enslaved Nathan “Nearest” Green was the first master distiller at Jack Daniel’s and the first Black master distiller on record in the U.S. Top right: This sort of rice mortar and pestle would have been used by enslaved Africans to hull rice in a West African technique. Bottom left: Fanner baskets, used across the Low Country to winnow rice, are a technology brought to the U.S. from West Africa. Bottom right: This Victorian oyster fork is similar to what might have been used in Thomas Downing’s luxurious Lower Manhattan oyster cellar. Many thanks to the Museum of Food and Drink in New York City, whose exhibit African/American: Making the Nation’s Table opens April 3. For details, visit mofad.org. A WARM VAT OF RICE sitting on the stovetop is a family’s diagram of prosperity. Scorched-bottom silver pots chart out things you need to know about a brood. The engraved scratches are a remembrance of times of abundance and lack; a Tupperware canister front and center on the countertop is an allegorical sign of having more than you need. Chef Joseph “JJ” Johnson’s culinary journey took him from fine-dining kitchen brigades to dreaming up FieldTrip, his newest restaurant. His fast-casual rice bowl shop sits in the cradle of Black life—Harlem, USA—offering items like fragrant Carolina Gold rice with barbecue-tinged proteins. His late Puerto Rican maternal grandmother inspired his asopao, a comforting chicken and rice dish, and the only difference is that he cooks his grains before combining the spice and poultry. His grandma Iris’ one-pot method turned out perfect, always. East and west, north and south, the heart connects to the foot. From enslaved Africans cultivating in the Low Country in South Carolina and Georgia—the ancestors of today’s Gullah Geechee people—to Johnson’s eatery in Harlem, rice is a thread that connects generations of African American kitchens. When the Instant Pot hums or a chef’s culinary voice sings, ancestors are honored. All is well when the electric cord stays plugged into the home. —Nicole A. Taylor is the executive food editor at Thrillist. At his Harlem restaurant, FieldTrip, JJ Johnson celebrates the place of rice in cuisines around the world with a menu built upon heirloom strains. “Rice is culture,” Johnson says, from the Carolina Gold rice on the menu, which was a pillar of the pre–Civil War economy and was cultivated by enslaved Africans, to the white rice in his grandmother’s brothy asopao. Get the Recipe: Asopao AT THE ONSET of the 19th century in New York City, working in the oyster business was commonplace for many African Americans. In 1810, the New York City directory listed 27 oystermen; 16 were Black. When Thomas Downing showed up in 1819, he arrived with deep knowledge of regional fish and bivalves. His hustle muscle and business acumen were also very much intact. Downing was also an abolitionist, caterer, and entrepreneur. Born to free Black parents and raised along the eastern shore of Virginia, he was adept in Atlantic waters. Less than 10 years after arriving in New York, he opened an oyster restaurant at 5 Broad Street in Manhattan. Like it is today, Broad Street was in a bustling financial district teeming with bankers, traders, and people of means. Unlike the more humble oyster cellars of the day, his space was adorned with a chandelier, fine carpet, and curtains, distinguishing Downing from not only his fellow Black oystermen but also the entire industry. In those days, oysters were so abundant that all you could eat could be had for just six cents. By 1842, oysters swelled to a $6 million industry catering to the elite, and Downing grew wealthy. Respected by his financial and political clientele, Downing leveraged his social and monetary capital as an abolitionist. He harbored refugees from slavery in his cellars. For Downing, the oyster business, and more broadly the catering business, was about freedom. In 1836, he helped found the United Anti-Slavery Society of the City of New York and campaigned for equitable voting rights. For today’s Black chefs, Downing’s legacy is living history. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2018, 17% of chefs and head cooks were Black, about five percentage points higher than their representation in the entire workforce. Between 2007 and 2012, the number of Black-owned eating and drinking establishments increased by nearly 50%, according to the National Restaurant Association. Though these numbers suggest broader participation in culinary arts among Black chefs, these chefs are part of a long lineage of independent culinary professionals who’ve taken what was once considered undesirable work and transformed it into a means of income and influence. Though industrialization and the Great Migration of the 20th century took many African Americans out of the kitchen, they are now returning to the industry. Chefs like Ashleigh Shanti, BJ Dennis, and Edouardo Jordan are bringing their full selves and history into their work. Their talents continue to unfold, each beautiful morsel a full-flavored reclamation of a centuries-old story. —Stephen Satterfield is an editor and cofounder of Whetstone Magazine. A F&W Best New Chef in 2016, Edouardo Jordan explores the African and African American roots of Southern cuisine at his restaurants—JuneBaby, Salare, and Lucinda Grain Bar—in Seattle. In this recipe, he uses pikliz, a spicy, vinegary cabbage slaw from Haiti, to top oysters on the half shell. Get the Recipe: Oysters with Pikliz IN COLONIAL AMERICA, beef cows were herded by enslaved men, many of whom had been born in cattle-raising areas of West Africa. They brought with them skills inherited from several thousand years of cattle-raising. In the Carolinas, they were known as cow hunters. These men rounded up the animals to secure in the cow pens at night, managed the herd, and butchered stock to be sold. Then as now, beef was an important commodity: Beef, salted in casks, was a significant part of trade to Caribbean sugar plantations, while cattle on the hoof were regularly herded to markets in urban centers. Before the Civil War, cattle ranching moved ever westward into Texas and New Mexico, and after the war, 25% of American cowboys were Black men. That’s 1 in 4 cowboys—men like Nat Love, Bass Reeves, and Bill Pickett—driving cattle on the two- to three-month journey along the Shawnee Trail, the Chisholm Trail, and the Goodnight-Loving Trail, bringing beef to northern shipping points in Kansas and beyond. Black cooks also prepared and served beef, laying the foundations of American cuisine. All along the mid-Atlantic by the late 18th century, skilled plantation cooks had adapted English styles of beef cookery to the tastes of the dining elite. The 1824 cookbook The Virginia House-Wife listed no fewer than 18 beef recipes enslaved cooks were skilled at producing. Today, at The Grey in Savannah, Georgia, chef Mashama Bailey articulates this layered legacy in her braised beef shank recipe, flavored with peanut butter and coffee. —Leni Sorensen is a scholar and culinary historian in Crozet, Virginia. Chef Mashama Bailey, chef-owner of The Grey in Savannah, Georgia (a 2019 F&W World’s Best Restaurant), nods to the layered story of beef in America by incorporating flavors and techniques that are part of this country’s African American culinary legacy. A dusting of ground peanuts finishes the dish, and peanut butter is swirled into the delectable sauce. Get the Recipe: Glazed Beef Shanks with Coffee and Peanuts TO MARK THE SHIFT CHANGE between meal services at Benne on Eagle in Asheville, North Carolina, chef de cuisine Ashleigh Shanti leads her team in a focused but relaxed round of ingredient prep. Sometimes they pick crabmeat. Other times, they snap green beans. But often, usually, they strip collards. “We all do it together,” she says of the time they carve out to mentally reset for the evening ahead. It’s part of Shanti’s appreciation for tedious but crucial labor: “It reminds me of my aunt [and] my grandmother, just doing that one thing together.” With collards, it’s not just how you stew, sauté, or season them that matters. The essence of the dish comes forth in its making. At Benne, the year-old restaurant celebrated for its deferential yet creative approach to telling a Black Appalachian food story, collard greens play sideman—but never second fiddle. They appear in Shanti’s collard green and shaved fennel salad, a raw application that Shanti says goes overlooked too regularly. They are traditionally stewed and served in their potlikker. Shanti often dries the leaves like “hanging britches” on a clothesline, taking a cue from her grandmother, who gave garlic and dragon beans the same treatment. She rehydrates them with buttermilk, cooks them down, and calls the side Buttermilk Britches in homage. Other uses of the brittle iteration get ground to a powder as part of the restaurant’s house seasoning blend with benne seed, mushroom powder, kitchen pepper, Maldon salt, and brown sugar. African American culture has historically been obscured from how this region is presented, but its influence has been tangible for centuries. On the dining room wall, four prominent portraits of African American women hold court. They are Hanan Shabazz, Mary Jo Johnson, Earlene McQueen, and Mary Frances Hutchinson, all restaurateurs from decades past who fed the historic Black neighborhood The Block, where Benne on Eagle makes its home today. “Collards have shown up on all their menus at some point,” Shanti says of the women whose faces she can see from the open kitchen. “Collards are a dish that everyone in the community loved and can still relate to.” —Osayi Endolyn is a James Beard Award–winning writer living in Gainesville, Florida. When they arrived in the United States, enslaved Africans embraced collards, a Northern European green, and brought to American soil the technique of stewing them in potlikker to absolute tenderness. At Benne on Eagle in Asheville, North Carolina, chef Ashleigh Shanti thinly slices the leafy greens for a salad with fennel and crispy plantains. Get the Recipe: Collard and Fennel Salad with Crispy Plantains THE HISTORY OF ARACHIS HYPOGAEA, the peanut, originally domesticated in South America, became extremely Black almost immediately upon its introduction to West and Central Africa in the 1500s, during the early period of the transatlantic slave trade. The peanut was kissing cousin to the Bamana groundnut, a native edible that also produced shelled legumes in the ground. More prolific and versatile, used for everything from savory sauces to confections, the peanut spread and became a staple and, in time, crossed to North America on a reverse trip. Called goobers or gooba peas by some, pindars by others, colloquial names for the peanut in the early American South had an Angolan connection, pointing to a fairly early introduction. Many enslaved Africans grew them in their provision gardens. In time the crop would know crossover appeal; by the 1830s and ’40s, there were peanut plantations exporting the snack to the urban North, and by the Civil War, soldiers were singing, “Goodness, how delicious, eating goober peas.” Boiled and roasted peanuts, peanut candy, peanut soup, and many other delicacies would join numerous confections, pies, cakes, and ice cream flavors laden with the peanut. And although he was not the inventor of the ancient preparation of peanut butter as many have thought, nobody popularized the peanut and its 300-plus uses more than Dr. George Washington Carver. —Michael W. Twitty is a food writer, historical interpreter, and culinary historian. Chef and Vegetable Kingdom cookbook author Bryant Terry is finding even more uses for peanuts, like this mouthwatering collard-peanut pesto for roasted squash. Inspired by courgettes avec des arachides (French for “zucchini with peanuts”), a dish from the north-central African country Chad, it’s adapted here using winter squash. Get the Recipe: Roasted Squash Wedges with Collard-Peanut Pesto “EXPECT NOT GOATS AND COWRIES, for my yams are dry, and the barns are empty,” wrote Kukogho Iruesiri Samson, a Nigerian poet. Yams are considered to be the most common African staple aboard Middle Passage ships; some estimates say 100,000 yams fed 500 slaves, sometimes their only foodstuff. Contrary to some folks’ conception of holiday pies and marshmallow-studded mash, New World sweet potatoes feature in those dishes, not yams, which are eaten in West Africa, the Caribbean, throughout Latin America, and in parts of Asia and are a different vegetable entirely. Sweet potatoes tend to be long and pointed, with orange flesh, and are fairly sweet, while yams have whitish flesh and are larger and more cylindrical. Sweet potatoes are creamier, yams floury, starchier. In either case, they can be boiled, mashed, fried, or roasted over embers. Yams are honored in West African and Brazilian ceremonies and offerings to the orixás, in song, and in literature. Okonkwo, Chinua Achebe’s tragic hero in Things Fall Apart, reveled in planting yams, deeming them the king of crops and thereby solidifying his manhood and ability to provide. In the New World, enslaved Africans found the sweet potato, which took its place. Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man celebrated a Harlem sweet potato vendor’s steaming sugary pulp as nectar. He apologized for his ebullience and Carolina homesickness with every bite. As the sweet potato takes up the role of the yam—foodstuff for sacred twins and ancestors—it epitomizes the adaptive creativity of the diaspora, a transfer food for Houston chef Jonny Rhodes to embrace in his Sweet Potato Gnocchi at his storytelling restaurant, Indigo. —Scott Alves Barton, PhD, is a chef and culinary educator. In Houston at restaurant Indigo, chef-owner Jonny Rhodes offers a multicourse, neo–soul food tasting menu that tells the story of African, African American, and Black people in America. In this simple sweet potato dish, he finishes the tender gnocchi with a drizzle of sweet potato nectar and a shower of Parmesan cheese. Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Gnocchi Sugarcane, the bamboo-like grass that yields what one of Alexander the Great’s commanders called honey from a reed, was brought to the Americas by Columbus in 1493. It flourished in the new hemisphere and transformed the agriculture, adding a diabolical twist to the production of sugar: the refinement of a plantation system in which huge tracts of land were worked by enslaved Africans. This system produced massive amounts of the white gold that fed Europe’s insatiable hunger for sugar to sweeten the coffee and tea that were all the rage. Sugar came late into the United States: The first cane was planted in Louisiana in 1751, and by 1795, Étienne de Boré had produced the first granulated sugar crystals. In 1843, Norbert Rillieux, a free man of color, patented the multiple-effect evaporator that offered a safer, cleaner, and cheaper way of producing sugar than the traditional Caribbean methods. Its adoption was rapid, and by the middle of the 19th century, Louisiana had become a hub of Queen Sugar, producing a quarter of the world’s crop. Work in the cane fields was brutal and produced conditions that were even more harrowing than those cultivating rice, tobacco, indigo, or cotton. The history’s not always sweet, but there’s a lot of it in that small packet that comes with your morning coffee or tea. Think about that while sampling a piece of my mother’s lemon pie. —Jessica B. Harris Legendary culinary historian, teacher, and author Jessica B. Harris has spent years documenting the foodways of the African diaspora. Here, she shares her mother's heirloom recipe for a spectacular citrus meringue pie that uses fresh lemon and lime juices, tempered with sugar and baked into a pastry shell made with freshly squeezed orange juice. Get the Recipe: Mom's Citrus Meringue Pie

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The term “Canadian Literature in English” refers to that which is written in what is now territorially Canada or written by Canadians abroad (see also Literature in French). Writers have described Canada in many ways;for example, as a French or English colony, a “fifty-first state,” a Pacific Rim country, an Arctic giant, a friendly territory or an uninhabitable wilderness. Canadian literature has often had to deal with such differences in attitude, not just because many Canadian authors were born elsewhere and brought outsiders’ expectations with them, but also because popular attitudes often perpetuated stereotypes of Canada. Three pervasive stereotypes portray Canada as (1) a physical desert, (2) a cultural wasteland and (3) a raw land of investment opportunity and resource extraction. These distortions have created an audience for stereotypes, which Canadian writers sometimes reinforced by writing romantic adventures of the frozen North, in which everything local was savage or hostile and “civilization” was imported. But over time, they sought to record local experience and to use literature to shape their own culture rather than to imitate or defer to the presumptions of another society. Insofar as Canadian culture continues to be shaped by a range of languages in use and by wide variations in geography, social experience, Indigenouscultures, immigrationpatterns and proximity to Europe, Asia and the USA, the “Canadian voice” is not uniform. Nevertheless, however much their aesthetic practices and political commitments may differ, Canadian writers bring many shared perspectives to their representations of nature, civility and human interaction, whether at home or abroad. Some critical approaches to Canadian literature have attempted to identify national or regional characteristics in literature. Other criticism (see Literature in English: Theory and Criticism) has fastened on language and formal strategies, theories of knowledge and meaning, ethics (variously defined) and the politics and psychology of race, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, identity and environment. “Canadian literature” does not therefore restrict itself to a particular set of topics, terms or even Canadian settings, nor does any set of topics and terms constitute a required ingredient in a Canadian book. Motifs and Patterns Although the national character is not always the subject of Canadian literature, the culture’s social attitudes and values can be seen in the language and forms it uses (seeLiterature in English: Language and Literary Form). For instance, communication is often achieved through tone as much as through direct statement. Irony is a dominant mode, litotes (the negative positive: not unappreciated) is a common speech pattern, trickster (rather than hero) figures recur, and a sense of humour (understatement, parody, mimicry, wry satire) punctuates much serious literary work. Some commentators have interpreted Canadian tendencies toward literary indirectness politically and psychologically, finding in it a sign of national insecurity and a group feeling of inferiority. Others argue that indirectness is a healthy demonstration of the culture’s ability to adapt an inherited tongue to its own purposes. Irony, for example, can undercut as much as apologize, and the quiet demeanour of an onlooker figure in a narrative can effectively undermine positions of ostensible power. Several specific narrative patterns recur in Canadian writing, especially evident in fiction and life writing: (1) a community walls itself off from the wilderness (the “garrison mentality”); (2) a person leaves the homeland, adjusts to the new world, then finds the new “homeland” to be “alien”; (3) a person born in Canada feels like a permanent stranger in his or her own home; (4) people arrive in the new home only to find that they are excluded from power; (5) a person attempts to recover from the past the secret or suppressed life of a previous generation; (6) a woman struggles to come to terms with her own creativity and the inhibitions of her cultural upbringing (often told as conflict between colony and empire); (7) an apparently passive observer, surrounded by articulate tricksters and raconteurs, turns out to be able to tell both their story and his or her own, often ironically; (8) an adventurer turns failure into a form of grace; (9) a child grows up to inherit a world of promise, or a world of loss, frequently both at once; (10) a subjective historian meditates on place and memory; (11) characters celebrate space and wilderness, usually after a struggle to learn to accept that the wilderness provides spiritual therapy only on its own terms; (12) characters, adrift in a maze of words or a fog of ambiguity and anonymity, shape “acceptable fictions” into a workable life. Writing about their society, many writers of short fiction, thenovel, autobiography or memoir, biography, poetry and drama have recurrently portrayed particular historical figures, both to reveal their intrinsic interest and implicitly to suggest how they epitomize certain cultural attributes or qualities of character. Such figures include Samuel Hearne, Louis Riel, Susanna Moodie, Sir John A. Macdonald, Emily Carr and William Lyon Mackenzie. In the retelling, sometimes transposed from their own time into the present, each possesses a vision but remains an ordinary human being, one with frailties, not a conventional hero. Characteristically, Canadian writing resists the binaries associated with perfectionism (right-wrong, good-evil, hero-villain ), embracing notions of multiple alternatives, working pluralities, multivoicedness and negotiated or evolving resolution instead. In narrative, violence generally functions as an instigation of action and as a penultimate event rather than as a solution or act of closure. Repeatedly, individual rights balance against community responsibilities. In more recent drama, poetry, and prose—even in much popular genre writing (see Popular Literature in English)—open endings predominate over conventional strategies of closure, inviting readers/listeners to participate in the play of alternatives and possibilities. Settings often possess a symbolic dimension. CatholicQuébec recurrently figures in anglophone writing as a land of mystery, attractive but enthralling and morally dangerous; Ontario as an enigmatic blend of moral uprightness and moral evasiveness; Atlantic Canada as a repository of old values; the North as a land of vision; the Prairies as a land of isolation and acquisition; and the West Coast as a dream of the future in which people often mistakenly believe. Europe often appears as the home of refinement, deceit, and discrimination; the United States as a land of crass achievement and tangible success; and Africa as the embodiment of all that seems “other” to Protestant rationalism. In recent writing, Latin America and Asia (both East and South) are frequently configured as sites of political entanglement, which is expressed through inheritance and family ties or embodied in the complexities of larger communities. Within Canada, the land itself is recurrently associated with power, whether as property, region, a hostile force, a godly gift, the basis for resource extraction, the site of communication, the contested territory of competing cultural claims, the border or the ecological medium in which human life integrates with all other living beings in Nature. Although most Canadians live in cities, until recently writers used rural and small-town settings more frequently than urban ones, and to the degree that they adapted conventional adventure and pastoral formulas to Canadian settings, they seldom questioned unstated assumptions about status and race. From early on in Canadian literature, however, essayists (see Essay in English) and travel writers (see Travel Literature) analyzed and challenged as well as celebrated Canadian political life. Often, women writers used fiction and autobiography to reveal social divisions within Canada that male adventure writers ignored or underplayed, and to suggest reforms. Recent writing by both women and men focuses more directly and fully on urban life as well as on social issues (ethnicity, gender, poverty, health, education) that transcend setting. “Regional” writing also conveys political stances. The term is used in two ways: to refer to places ruled by a real or imagined centre, and to configure the variant parts that make up a collective unit or community. By rejecting a single definition of “Canada,” writing about regional distinctiveness sometimes declares separatist claims on identity and power and in other instances asserts the viability of a nation with a plural character (seeRegionalism in Literature). Increasingly, Indigenous writers and writers who draw on backgrounds other than western European ones have examined the political opportunities of Canadian pluralism, but also the social limitations of local convention. A rough chronological guide to changes and developments in Canadian writing should not be equated with a simple chart of “progress”; each age (Colonial, Early National, Interwar and Postwar, Contemporary) reveals differing conventions, preoccupations and accomplishments. Hence, as fashions and critical tastes change over time, so do determinations of value and significance. Canadian literature in English can be said to begin in the early 17th century with Jacobean poetry in Newfoundland; in the decades that followed with numerous explorers writing narratives of contact (seeExploration Literature); or in the mid-18th century with the epistolary fiction of the English garrison community in Québec. After 1776, in the Loyalistsettlements of Upper Canada and the Maritimes, many writers turned to political verse satire (see Humorous Writing in English; Literature and Politics). Newly founded newspapersand magazines(see alsoLiterary Magazines in English) became venues for political commentary, both conservative and reform-minded, as well as for literary expression, which in the 19th century generally followed Romantic, Sentimental and Orientalist fashions in Britain. Some scathing satire emerged in Nova Scotia. Novels and dramas followed historical romance and Gothic paradigms, as did most long poems. Mid-19th century autobiographies set in present day Ontario provide insight into daily life: Susanna Moodie’s Roughing It in the Bush (1852), Catharine Parr Traill’s The Backwoods of Canada (1836) and Anna Brownell Jameson’s Winter Studies and Summer Rambles in Canada (1838) highlight British women’s various attitudes toward settlement, while the Nishnaabe missionary George Copway’s memoir The Life, History and Travels of Kah-ge-ga-gah-Bowh (1847) both celebrates Christianity and emphasizes the value of Indigenous law, land use and religion. Short personal sketches of persons and places formed the basis for much travel writing and for the short fiction that emerged as a new genre during the 19th century. Folksong and folktale survive, but Native oral literature received scant literary attention until the later 19th century. In the years leading up to Confederation and during the five decades following, much attention turned to literacy and political organization. Schools and universities opened, as did several Carnegie Libraries, part of a network of public libraries across North America financied by the fortune of Pittsburgh steel magnate Andrew Carnegie. Writers celebrated their newfound nationalism and were drawn variously to such enterprises as the Mechanics’ Institutes, the Institut Canadien, the Royal Society of Canada, the Canada FirstMovement and Imperial Federation (see Imperialism). Philosophical and scientific writing flourished, encouraging thoughtful discourse across language lines. Travel (within Canada and abroad) encouraged other kinds of contact, and with it both impressionistic and reportorial writing. By the end of the 19th century, writers like Edith Maude Eaton (Sui Sin Far) addressed racism against Chinese North Americans, while proponents of Women’s Suffrage and Prohibition wrote stories and essays that focused on issues of social change. Many other social assumptions nevertheless remained largely unexamined. While attention turned to First Nations’ oral tales, writers treated them (despite the emergence of First Nations writers publishing in English) as “simple” texts, suitable in translation (if expurgated) mainly to entertain children. Tales and poems about “Indians,” such as Duncan Campbell Scott’s “The Onondaga Madonna” (1894), largely assumed that First Nations people were “a dying race” and their several complex cultures unsophisticated. Poet and performer E. Pauline Johnson (Tekahionwake) drew on her Mohawk and British heritage to challenge these stereotypes and address the relationship between Indigenous peoples and Canadians. Nevertheless, the romance of the “Indians” was matched by a continuing romance of Empire. Ontario- and Maritime-based Canadian culture remained dominantly Celtic and anglocentric. Early creative narratives from the Prairies and the West Coast, while recurrently probing the real-life travails of immigrants and the exigencies of farm and forest management, were largely overshadowed in the popular imagination by Ontario romances of Presbyterian conversion. By the early 20th century, many Canadian books won widespread international popularity, notably L.M. Montgomery’s Anne Of Green Gables (1908), a humorous tale of an orphan’s life in Prince Edward Island. C.G.D. Roberts’s and E.T. Seton’s seemingly realistic animal tales provide other examples, as do the comic sketches of Stephen Leacock , which parodied literary stereotypes and dealt ironically with social platitudes. In poetry, the Confederation group (William Wilfred Campbell, Bliss Carman, Archibald Lampman, Charles G.D. Roberts, Duncan Campbell Scott and Fredrick George Scott) produced the most important writings of the late 19th century; committed to closely observed details, they variously reshaped how the lyric represented nature, winter and the Canadian landscape. Interwar and Postwar Cultural and social attitudes changed during and after the First World War. One creative generation was lost but another emerged, objecting both to imperial assumptions of militarism and the language associated with it (see The First World War in Canadian Literature). New magazines affirmed the independence of Canadian thought. New prizes were established to recognize Canadian literary accomplishment. In the fiction of the 1920s, while some popular family chronicles continued to affirm conventional class distinctions, antiwar novels and class critiques began to appear, a trend magnified during the Great Depression of the 1930s. Many writers focussed on uprooted or marginalized individuals and the troubled lives of non-English-speaking immigrants. Novelists championed industrial workers’ rights and sought fresh, more direct forms of speech, spurning the sentimental romance in favour of a more “realistic” (some called it a more “violent”) vocabulary. American literary practice—and the international avant-garde of postwar Paris—drew writers such as John Glassco and Morley Callagham; the short story genre thrived, espousing forms that resisted narrative closure. Young writers also rejected received social values by mounting left-wing agitprop drama, writing dramas that satirized nationalist pageantry, publishing erotica, finding inspiration in the Group of Seven painters, and embracing the modernist dicta of the poet T.S. Eliot and others. Chief among emerging Canadian poets at this time were those associated with the “McGill” (or “Montreal”) Group, especially F.R. Scott for his commitment to social justice and Abraham Klein for his passionate embrace of his Jewish heritage. Over succeeding decades Dorothy Livesay became the voice of socialist feminism and Scott, with the poet-critic A.J.M. Smith, became an influential anthologist, shaping the early teaching of Canadian literature. In the wake of the Second World War came a mix of propaganda, pacifist rhetoric, parodies of military ineptitude, and a new wave of progressivist writers, by turns humanist, anticlerical, community-minded and intellectually anarchist. Notable names include Irving Layton, Earle Birney, Gabrielle Roy (who remains one of the best- known francophone writers in translation), P.K. Page and George Woodcock. In the 1940s and 1950s, social policies were being drafted that would shape a Canadian sense of community for decades to come. New Literary Periodicals demanded a sharper, more locally grounded language. Radio technology also served this end. Public radio, established in 1932, led to a wave of cross-country spoken-word broadcasts, talks, dramas, readings of short stories and children’s programs, all reconfirming the sounds of Canadian speech as a literary medium, especially from 1943 on. Novelists such as Hugh MacLennan and Sinclair Ross urned again to local settings, rendering the prairies, the Maritimes and Montreal as sites of personal and political trauma. Critics now praise more highly the innovative stylistic practice of Ethel Wilson for her insights into women’s lives; Malcolm Lowry for his symphonies of despair and transient joy; Sheila Watson for her rendering of life as an elliptical mythology; and in a career that would last for half a century, Mordecai Richler for his frank and animated cultural politics. Contemporary: Three Generations Several social developments markedly changed Canadian society in the years following 1960. The large “baby-boom” generation matured, with the vocal “X” and “Y” generations following; immigration policies were altered to allow greater numbers of new citizens from Asia, Africa and Latin America; startling technological developments (from radio to the Internet) collapsed notions of space and sped up communication. All these changes had an impact on literary topics and techniques. Cross-border and cross-cultural contacts validated notions of cultural “hybridity” as a social norm, challenging conventional definitions of “ethnic purity” and “fixed identity.” Family biographies shifted focus from single lives onto lives-in-context. Multimedia presentations challenged conventions regarding the unity of literary form. Bilingual texts, triptychs (in fiction and drama), and discontinuous narratives in fiction and poetry all deliberately disrupted conventional linearity as a literary technique. Numerous integrated (but discontinuous) collections of short fiction appeared called sequences, cycles or “composite narratives.” Some of the major writers of these decades had just been emerging in the 1950s: Richler and two of the world’s foremost authors of short fiction, Alice Munro and Mavis Gallant, whose stories embed more than announce, reveal more than parade. They would be joined by Alistair MacLeod , Clark Blaise and numerous others. The number of Canadian universities, small presses, accessible academic and literary periodicals (from Canadian Literature to Geist), courses in Canadian literature and creative writing schools also increased, in part because of the recommendations of the Massey Commission and the emergence of the Canada Council in the 1950s. Further government policies led to such social developments as the Charter Of Rights and Freedoms in 1982, but a sudden shift to policies that favoured fiscal restraint and cultural cutbacks occurred in the early 21st century and have persisted; the publishing industry, libraries, public media and scholarship were all affected. New technologies opened up opportunities for local (and frequently more innovative) publishing (including experiments in syllabic and concrete poetry, mixed-media presentations, performance poetry and other formats), yet they did not guarantee access to publicity and sales. Coteries came and went; so did scores of journals and papers. Newspapers faced hardships, and some stopped publishing print editions; this was due in part to a readership that had shifted to online news sources. Publishers of formula fiction remained monetarily successful. Some writers of mystery and science fiction achieved international stardom and praise for their literary achievements, as in the case of William Gibson’s Neuromancer (1986), Nalo Hopkinson’s Brown Girl in the Ring (1998) and Margaret Atwood’s MaddAddam trilogy (2003, 2009 and 2013). But publishing houses that had thrived in the 1960s when American control over the information industry was resisted faced closure in the 2010s with the increasing influence of electronic publishing and multinational corporations. The CBC’s annual Canada Reads contest, which began in 2002, pits a selection of books against one another, each with its own celebrity endorsement. The event promotes Canadian writing and emphasizes the importance of a reading public yet simplifies literature and contributes to a competitive literary culture. Likewise, a plethora of prizes, often with corporate sponsorship, began to construct literature as spectacle. Many bookstores nevertheless closed. Throughout the decades from 1960 onward, while there has been some evidence of a literary return to older forms of expression and fundamentalist redefinitions of ethics, writers more characteristically in each generation embraced social justice and reformist causes: for women’s rights (see Women’s Movement), for gay and lesbian equality (See Homosexuality), against colonialism and against increasing poverty. Children’s literature, an enterprise that flourished at this time, ranging from nonsense verse to problem-centred novels for young adults, addressed some of these same issues of race, gender, alcohol, drug abuse and social identity. Science writing, social history, life writing, environmental inquiry and other forms of “creative nonfiction” also frequently combined discovery with protest. Critiques of social arrogance in one decade (foreign wars, napalm, racism) morphed into critiques of other disparities in the next (discrimination by sex, gender, ethnicity, economics). Margaret Atwood embraced the new nationalism of the 1960s and 1970s (with the Centennial celebrations in 1967) but later tempered her observations in dystopias such as The Handmaid’s Tale (1985), which challenges government control over women’s bodies. Robertson Davies’s Jungian novels expressed one pervasive understanding of myth and psychology; Robert Kroetsch’s poems and tales deconstructed such conventions and rerooted the epic in everyday vernacular experience. Language and literary form again became subjects for analysis and theoretical discussion, as in the work of Marshall McLuhan and Northrop Frye, as well as territories for dispute, as when Nicole Brossard’s critiques of French grammar influenced feminist writers in English, or when, in much of 21st-century fiction, conventional vulgarities became normative (and therefore potentially radical, culturally upsetting) speech. The Writers Union of Canada formed in 1973, reflecting writers’ numbers and endeavouring to help deal with the challenges they face. Other writers addressed cultural, social, and political alternatives in Canadian society, some of which were longstanding, others deriving from more recent changes in population, technology, language and communication. Many of these writers sought a balance between criticism of social practice (racism, passive dismissal, restrictive legislation) and celebration of social potential. A great number of Métis and First Nations writers have provided important commentary, variously critiquing colonialism and celebrating Indigenous life. More specifically (although authors address multiple topics in each work), Maria Campbell’s Half-Breed (1973), Lee Maracle’s Bobbi Lee (1973) and Jeannette Armstrong’s Slash (1985) depict journeys toward political consciousness; Ruby Slipperjack’s Honour the Sun (1987), Richard Van Camp’s The Lesser Blessed (1996), and Eden Robinson’s Monkey Beach (2000) represent childhood and adolescence; Thomas King’s The Truth about Stories (2003) highlights the value of Indigenous creation stories; Marie Clements’s Burning Vision (2003) and Drew Hayden Taylor’s Motorcycles and Sweetgrass (2010) consider environment and land use; Tomson Highway’s Kiss of the Fur Queen (1998), Joseph Boyden’s Three Day Road (2005) and Richard Wagamese’s Indian Horse (2012) address the residential school system, which has been further investigated in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (2008–15). The poet Robert Bringhursttranslated some of the great classic Haida oral tales, Al Purdy created poetry out of the rhythms of ordinary speech, Jack Hodgins turned Vancouver Island idiosyncrasy into a comedy of human aspiration, George Elliott Clarke and Wayde Compton called attention to Black writing in Canada, and increasing numbers of writers (including Rohinton Mistry, Michael Ondaatje and Wayson Choy) drew on their Asian heritage both to reflect on adaptations to difference and to dramatize the challenges and rewards of a fractured or shared history. Developments in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, including the North American Free Trade Agreement, the “war on terror,” and climate change awareness underscored global interconnectedness. While regions and places continued to provide inspiration for contemporary fiction, as in David Adams Richards’ Mercy Among the Children (2001) and André Alexis’s Pastoral (2014), stress was often laid on globalization’s impact on specific locales, as in Alistair MacLeod’s No Great Mischief (1999) and Lisa Moore’s February (2009). Environmental concerns were made central in Hiromi Goto’s The Kappa Child (2001), Ruth Ozeki’s A Tale for the Time Being (2013), Thomas King’s The Back of the Turtle (2014), and Rita Wong’s Forage (2008) and undercurrent (2015), which share concerns about the global ramifications of overconsumption, waste disposal and polluted water. With a similar planetary focus, Margaret Atwood’s MaddAddam trilogy (2003, 2009 and 2013) explores the frailty of national borders in the wake of climate change. Globalization notwithstanding, literary interest in the nation-state persisted. Canadian writers’ attention to the United States increased after the September 11th terrorist attacks and Canada’s subsequent involvement in the “war on terror.” Dionne Brand’s encyclopedic Inventory (2006) and Douglas Coupland’s apocalyptic narrative Player One (2010) respond to the violence generated by terrorism and war. Historical narratives have provided an alternative way of engaging with Canada’s southern neighbour: Patrick DeWitt’s The Sisters Brothers (2011) and Alix Hawley’s All True Not a Lie in It (2015) reinterpret myths of the American west, whereas characters’ movement between American and Canadian settings in Guy Vanderhaeghe’s A Good Man (2011) suggests that the two countries have a shared history, in some respects at least. Perspectives on contemporary human migration, in the form of refugees and illegal immigrants, is provided in John Vaillant’s The Jaguar’s Children (2015) and Lawrence Hill’s The Illegal (2015), thereby giving pause to literal and metaphoric borders, as well as the complex and multiple networks that connect people, places, environments and countries in a globalized era.

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The Love Nurtured Music program embraces the ideals and philosophy of Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, founder of the Suzuki Method. The student, teacher and parent are the solid foundation of a learning triangle. The parent attends the lessons, creates a positive home learning environment, and organizes the daily listening and practice sessions. No previous music or teaching experience is necessary. The Suzuki Philosophy More than forty years ago, Suzuki realized the implications of the fact that children the world over learn to speak their native language with ease. He began to apply the basic principles of language acquisition to the learning of music, and called his method the mother-tongue approach. The ideas of parent responsibility, loving encouragement, constant repetition, etc., are some of the special features of the Suzuki approach. As when a child learns to talk, parents are involved in the musical learning of their child. They attend lessons with the child and serve as “home teachers” during the week. One parent often learns to play before the child, so that s/he understands what the child is expected to do. Parents work with the teacher to create an enjoyable learning environment. The early years are crucial for developing mental processes and muscle coordination. Listening to music should begin at birth; formal training may begin at age three or four, but it is never too late to begin. Children learn words after hearing them spoken hundreds of times by othe rs. Listening to music every day is important, especially listening to pieces in the Suzuki repertoire so the child knows them immediately. Constant repetition is essential in learning to play an instrument. Children do not learn a word or piece of music and then discard it. They add it to their vocabulary or repertoire, gradually using it in new and more sophisticated ways. As with language, the child’s effort to learn an instrument should be met with sincere praise and encouragement. Each child learns at his/her own rate, building on small steps so that each one can be mastered. Children are also encouraged to support each other’s efforts, fostering an attitude of generosity and cooperation. Learning with Other Children In addition to private lessons, children participate in regular group lessons and performance at which they learn from an are motivated by each other. Children do not practice exercises to learn to talk, but use language for its natural purpose of communication and self-expression. Pieces in the Suzuki repertoire are designed to present technical problems to be learned in the context of the music rather than through dry technical exercises. Children learn to read after their ability to talk has been well established. in the same way, children should develop basic technical competence on their instruments before being taught to read music. How do I get my child started on Suzuki Violin? The Love Nurtured Music Suzuki Strings Program’s 2016-2017 school year consists of 40 weeks of instruction (40 individual lessons and 32 group lessons, in addition to play-ins, recitals, and concerts). Group lessons of various levels are on Monday evenings. The school year starts on August 22, 2016 and ends on June 23, 2017. There will be breaks usual to the school year for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and spring break (March 11-18, 2017). Holidays with no lessons will be marked with the legend “NO LESSONS.” Summer lessons can also be scheduled in advance for 4, 6, 8 or 10 weeks, depending on availability. Contact Mr. Rigo Murillo for further enrollment and tuition information. Individual Lessons run from August 22, 2016 through June 23, 2017. Group Lessons run from September 12, 2016 through May 15, 2017. Group Lesson Schedule: - Violin Beginners’ Class: Monday 3:00-3:50 PM - Violin Book 1: Monday 4:00-4:50 PM - Violin Late Book 1 to Book 2: Monday 5:00-5:50 PM - Violin Books 3-4: Monday 6:00-6:50 PM - Violin Books 5 + Advanced: Monday 7:00-7:50 PM - Ensemble/Orchestra (Elective): Select Sundays @ 3:00-4:30 PM Saturday, February 25 @ 10:00-11:30 AM Sunday, March 5 @ 2:00-3:30 PM Saturday, March 25 @ 10:00-11:30 AM (instead of April 1) Saturday, April 1 @ 10:00-11:30 AM –CANCELLED, Mr. Rigo is judging in College Auditions– Sunday, April 23 @ 2:00-3:30 PM Sunday, May 7 @ 3:00-4:45 PM @ Spring Valley UMC- OUR TRADITIONAL SPRING RECITAL LOVE NURTURED MUSIC PROGRAM 2016-2017 CALENDAR Monday 22 – Individual Lessons Begin Monday 5 – Labor Day – NO LESSONS — Monday 12 – Group Lessons Begin Monday 31 – Costume Play-In @ LNM Studio; 5:00 PM Tuesday 1 – Four-Payment Plan 2nd Payment Deadline Monday 21 – Thanksgiving Week — NO GROUP LESSONS — Tuesday 21 – Sunday 27 – Thanksgiving Week Break – NO LESSONS – Monday 28 – Christmas Program Mandatory Rehearsal @ LNM Studio; 5:30-6:45 PM Saturday 3 – Christmas Carols Church Service @ Richardson Spanish SDA; Call Time 3:45 PM Sunday 11 – Christmas Carols Concert @ Good Shepherd UMC in Lucas; Call Time 1:30 PM Sunday 21 – Sunday, January 4 Christmas Break – NO LESSONS – Friday 30 – 4-Payment Plan 3rd Payment Deadline Saturday 25 – Play-In @ LNM Studio; 10:00-11:30 AM Sunday 5 – Play-In @ LNM Studio; 1:45 PM Call Time, starts sharp at 2:00-3:30 PM Saturday 11 – Sunday 19 – Spring Break – NO LESSONS – Saturday 25 – Play-In @ LNM Studio; 9:45 AM Call Time, starts sharp at 10:00-11:30 AM Sunday 23 – Play-Inn @ LNM Studio; 1:45 PM Call Time, starts sharp at 2:00-3:30 PM Monday 1 – 4-Payment Plan 4th Payment Deadline Monday 1 – Concert Rehearsal @ LNM Studio; 5:30 PM **All Participants Need To Attend** Sunday 7 – Traditional Spring Recital @ Spring Valley UMC; 2:15 PM Call Time, starts sharp at 3:00-4:45 PM Monday 15 – Last Day of Group Lessons Friday 23 – Last Day of Individual Lessons Who We Are: The Love Nurtured Music Program provides world-class, expert music instruction to children and adults starting at three years-old. Musical instruction consists of weekly individual lessons, as well as weekly group classes for every student in the program. The Love Nurtured Music Program upholds great commitment to the Suzuki Method philosophy, quality of instruction, and the highest standards of professionalism. More than 25 years of experience and proven success in music performance and teaching young children speaks of the quality of instruction your child receives. The program is headed by renown violinist and teacher, Rigo Murillo. To foster a learning community of love, appreciation and respect for music and to promote early childhood intellectual, cultural and character development through the teaching philosophy of Talent Education that incorporates musical instrument instruction, parent involvement and community performances. Suzuki Teachers’ Pledge - We realize the unlimited possibilities of early education. - We also realize that every child can be educated. - Our purpose is to develop this ability, and present this fact to the world. - We are delighted to be teachers of the Suzuki Method and fully comprehend the responsibilities we have as teachers. - We will continue to study teaching in the future with much reflection, and through this continuing study we will be better able to concentrate energies toward better teaching. - We solemnly affirm that we will keep this promise as a Suzuki Method Teacher, and always do our utmost for our common purpose of educating the children of the world. Suzuki Music Lessons: Music, Excellence, and Fun! – Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, founder of the Suzuki Method Welcome to the Love Nurtured Music Program! Our goal is to foster a community of learning, love, appreciation and respect for music, and to promote early childhood intellectual, cultural and character development through the teaching philosophy of Talent Education. We provide Suzuki violin lessons to children and adults, starting at three years old. With the Suzuki Method, your child can successfully learn to play the violin beautifully by listening, imitating, and repeating sounds, just as we learn to talk. In order to do this, we create a partnership between the teacher, parent, and child, inspiring a fine musical ear, self-confidence, and a lifelong love of music. The highest standards of music teaching, violin technique, performance, musicality, and enjoyment. We have a great commitment to the Suzuki Method philosophy, quality of instruction, and the highest standards of professionalism, with more than 25 years of experience and proven success in music performance and teaching young children. Suzuki Teachers’ Pledge: - We realize that every child has the opportunity to realize unlimited possibilities through early education - As dedicated and responsible teachers, we will help develop this ability - We will continue to reflect and concentrate on the best methods for teaching - We solemnly affirm that we will keep this promise as a Suzuki Method Teacher, and always do our utmost for our common purpose of educating the children of the world How the Suzuki Method of Talent Education works: With the Love Nurtured Music Program, children learn violin through both individual and group lessons. Musical instruction consists of weekly individual lessons, as well as weekly group classes for every student in the program. Parents receive all the necessary guidance and tools to help your child with daily home practicing, as well as to provide for the Suzuki violin music listening assignments. No previous music or teaching experience is necessary. In addition to individual and group violin lessons, students take music reading and theory instruction as part of their weekly individual music lessons and group classes. This comprehensive approach assures that students not only play the violin beautifully, but that students also learn to read, write, and understand music notation and how music works. The Suzuki music curriculum gives students a well-rounded music education that goes beyond the “typical” weekly private lesson. Our curriculum has taken many of our former students to the heights of music performance. It is designed to take our music students to the highest levels of musical excellence. The complete, all-inclusive Suzuki music curriculum includes: - Weekly Individual Violin Lessons - Weekly Violin Group Lessons - Music Notation & Theory Instruction - Recitals, Concerts, & Performance Opportunities Throughout the Year - Parent-Help Meetings to Maximize Your Child’s Music Learning To learn more about Lessons, please click here. The teacher, student, and parent meet twice each week. Once for an individually-focused lesson -one child at a time. While one, two or three children may be present at the same lesson, the teacher’s violin instruction is focused on one child while the other children and parents observe quietly, learning from the instruction. Children come also to their weekly Suzuki music class, appropriate to their level. The length of the individual lessons may vary depending of the number, age and skill level of the children in the lesson, being from 30 to 90 minutes. Listening skills, posture, rhythm, and tone are developed. At home, the parent works with the child on daily violin practice and listening throughout the week. During a child’s first semester of Suzuki violin lessons, lessons #1 – 3 may be dedicated mainly to instruct the parent to develop a rudimentary understanding of the violin. The child observes and participates in those lessons. After that introductory stage, the child becomes the main focus of the lessons. Essential to the Suzuki Method are weekly group lessons, where students listen to one another play, interact musically, work on violin technique, play musical games, learn theory skills, or loco-motor skills. Group lessons are part of the school year’s regular instruction. Other activities such as concerts, recitals, and workshops are also part of the program. Music Theory lessons allow children to read and write music notation, to understand how music works and to hear and read is merely a means to an end – music students should be able to use their music theory skills to play their instrument in a more informed manner and to compose their own music. Because of developmental differences in young children, Suzuki violin teachers recommend that children begin studying between the ages of two-and-a-half and six years old. Admission into the program may require a short meeting between the parent, child, and teacher to determine whether the program is what you and your child need. Additionally, parents receive training on the Suzuki philosophy and approach. Contact us to request more information. How to Begin Most Suzuki teachers recommend that parents and children observe several Suzuki lessons before registering. Parents take a course covering the basics of the Suzuki philosophy and principles of helping the child with daily practice. It is recommended that children younger than 4 attend at least a semester of early music education classes. For further details on how to attend violin lessons and details describing the Suzuki Violin program, go to our contact page. “Rigo has provided violin instruction to my daughter for almost two years now. I have been incredibly impressed with the patience that he displays working with her and her peers, since they are so young and new to playing an instrument. Under Rigo’s guidance I’ve watched my daughter progress tremendously, and we look forward to a continued partnership with Rigo in the future. Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative.” “Students learn in an environment that encourages excellence at their own pace. The violin is not easy but Mr.Rigo makes learning easy.” “Professional Suzuki Method class taught by a great teacher. He loves teaching string to his students. He understands how to work with each child individually and his work comes to fruition during the group sessions and recitals. It is definitely music to my ears to hear my daughter’s music grow along with her appreciation for music.” “We knew about Mr. Rigo through one of my son’s friends who takes violin lessons with him. One time this boy played the violin beautifully at one of my son’s school music programs. I could not believe how well a five year-old could play the violin. My son had started to show an interest in violin, so we talked to Mr. Rigo about it. He was very personable and professional when I talked with him on the phone. I had several questions and he answered them thoroughly. Then, he invited us to visit his studio and watch him teach. After we saw Mr. Rigo teach and visited with him, my husband and I realized that he was the perfect fit to teach our son. Mr. Rigo is a great teacher with my son and explains to me how to practice every difficult spot in the violin pieces. I have been amazed at how my son longs to play his violin now. He’s been learning faster than I thought he would learn. Mr. Rigo has a way of making every lesson fun and memorable. He is very enjoyable, fun-loving and he’s as accessible and friendly as anyone can be. He is very professional and always communicates very well with us about all the things happening in his studio. We are very happy with him and would recommend him to anyone.” “My daughter is 10 and loves her violin lessons with Mr. Murillo. She’s been making a lot of progress with her violin pieces since she’s been taking lessons with him. We moved to Allen about a year ago and now I can see the difference in my daughter’s violin sound, intonation, and musicality. Mr. Murillo is extremely knowledgeable of violin technique and also has just the right sense of humor to get the points across to my daughter. He really makes every private and group lesson fun and my daughter looks forward to having her violin lessons every week. She also loves Mr. Murillo’s group violin classes and has a great time playing with the other children and with the violin trivia games and gets sad when the lesson ends. Mr. Murillo’s instruction really makes all the group play at a very high level together. I don’t know what we would do if we had to move far away again. Mr. Murillo is a true gem. It is truly worth the drive from Allen.” “Mr. Rigo is a great teacher and a lot of fun. He has a great sense of humor and both my daughter and I look forward to violin lessons every week. Now, after 2 years, I see a lot of things about the Suzuki method that I didn’t know before. Mr. Rigo always tells me how to practice with my daughter and I am learning a lot about how to deal with her personality. Mr. Rigo is constantly recommending things to do to learn the violin pieces well and how to get my daughter to learn faster and play better. I can recommend Mr. Rigo any day.” “Suzuki violin has open so many doors to my son (he is 6 years old). At first, when my son said that he wanted to learn violin I thought that it was going to be more difficult than it came out to be. I played the piano as a child but I always thought the violin was more difficult and I wasn’t sure how I would help my son with violin. Mr. Rigo is very patient with my son and has helped him improve his concentration not only when he plays the violin, but also with his homework. Violin lessons with Mr. Rigo are fun and enjoyable. He explains how the Suzuki method works and how to practice the violin pieces better. He’s is an outstanding violinist and teacher.” I just want to tell you how much my daughter and I enjoyed your group classes at the Suzuki workshop. She had a great fun time playing the fiddle songs and learning the body motions. I sure hope we see you at the Suzuki camp next year. You are wonderful with the children and have them play so well. Both my daughter and I have been inspired by your sessions. Thanks for your enthusiasm!” Press About the Love Nurtured Music Suzuki Program Very young children can be taught to play an instrument using the Suzuki approach. The child learns by listening, imitating, and repeating sounds, just as we learn to talk. The Suzuki music method takes children through music learning from infancy to excellence in music performance. The main purpuse of the Suzuki music lessons is to teach discipline, hard work skills, and a noble character to children. The Suzuki Method creates a partnership between the teacher, parent, and child, inspiring a fine musical ear, self-confidence, and a lifelong love of music. The “Suzuki Parent” attends all individual and group lessons. Your Suzuki music teacher will give you all the necessary tools to help your child with daily home practicing, as well as providing instructions for the Suzuki music listening assignments. No previous music or teaching experience is necessary. Call us: (214) 269-8545 Contact us to schedule a FREE lesson observation appointment if you want to get your child started with Suzuki music lessons or would like to visit our studio, or to obtain registration and tuition information. Mr. Rigo Murillo will personally give you all the information you need about the Suzuki music program. Scroll down if you would like to send an email. Love Nurtured Music Program 11882 Greenville Avenue Dallas, TX 75243 Phone: (214) 269-8545 Email Contact Form: Dallas/Plano/Richardson/Preston Hollow/White Rock/Highland Park/Lake Highlands Welcome to the Love Nurtured Music Program, where we provide outstanding Suzuki violin instruction to students aged three years and up. My name is Rigo Murillo, and I am passionate about helping my students learn the discipline needed to achieve great skills in playing the violin while also creating an atmosphere of fun. With my extensive experience (25+ years) as a professional violinist and a Registered Suzuki Violin Specialist I offer lessons, from beginner to advanced, at my Northeast Dallas studio. In addition to performing and conducting, I enjoy sharing my life with Suzuki families, and offering my depth of knowledge to my students, while helping their parents to continue supporting their learning. The Suzuki Philosophy Dr. Shinichi Suzuki believed two main ideas about the natural development of language, which he realized could also be applied to musical education. This influenced his creation and implementation of the Suzuki Method: - Children learn to speak by being immersed in the language-filled environment around them. - By receiving the proper encouragement and nurturing, children imitate what they hear. For young children, The Suzuki approach is the most natural and simplest method to learning music. It extends from ear training, and goes beyond the basics to the most intricate aspects of musical expression. Regardless of your child’s performance level, the principles of the Suzuki Method can bring excitement and progress toward musical excellence. Suzuki’s influence has personally made me a better teacher by providing me with an extensive variety of performing, conducting and teaching experiences. My students directly benefit from my experiences by acquiring a solid technical foundation of violin technique, thereby achieving the highest standards of musical performance. I know firsthand the incredible benefits of working with great Suzuki teachers, and have had the privilege of learning from teachers like Nancy Jackson, Paul Landefeld, Pat D’Ercole, Michelle George, Cathy Hargrave, and Joanne Melvin. By working with them, I was given a holistic approach and perspective on Dr. Suzuki’s teaching methods. Suzuki Strings Specialist & Registered Suzuki Violin Teacher If you would like to learn more about how Suzuki violin lessons can help your child, I would be delighted for you to observe my teaching methods. If you would like to schedule a visit to the studio, please Contact me here to make arrangements. To learn more about lessons, enrollment and tuition, please click here. Mr. Rigo’s Professional Bio: Violinist Rigo Murillo has earned the warm respect from his listeners and colleagues through his signature vivid and multicolored tone, clear yet spontaneous eloquence, and well-defined expression. He is able to capture even the youngest of audiences’ imaginations with his inspiring musical conviction. Rigo has shared the stage with world-acclaimed artists such as Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Ma, Jean Pierre Rampal, Doc Severinsen, and Ray Charles, among others. In addition, he has performed in master classes with renowned artists such as Mayumi Fujikawa, Gregory Feigin, and Alexandre Brussilovsky, and played as a member of the Pensacola Symphony, Meridian Symphony, Mississippi Opera Orchestra, as well as concertmaster of the USM Symphony and the Mesquite Symphony. Rigo is producer of a compilation of instrumental songs performed on violin, titled “My Heart’s Music,” is featured on several recordings of Jewish liturgical and folk music, and has appeared as a guest soloist with the Ollin Yoliztli Chamber Orchestra. He is the founder of the Suzuki strings program in the Greenville (TX) public schools, and teaches private and group violin lessons in the Northeast Dallas area while keeping an active performing schedule in the North Texas region. Rigo has received honor degrees in violin performance and music education from The University of Southern Mississippi, where he was also granted the McGraw Violin Chair Award. He holds an Artist Diploma in violin performance from the Ollin Yoliztli Institute in Mexico City, where he studied with Sergei Gorbenko, the former concertmaster of the USSR Radio and TV Orchestra. He is a registered Suzuki teacher and active member of the Suzuki Association of the Americas and Vice-President of the North Texas Suzuki Association, having studied Suzuki pedagogy with Michelle George, Joanne Melvin, Pat D’Ercole, and Paul Landefeld. Additionally, he has been a faculty member at The University of Southern Mississippi Suzuki School, Bass Memorial Academy, Violinspire Suzuki Workshop in Hattiesburg, MS, and the American Honor Orchestra Festival. Rigo Murillo’s musical leadership has taken him to excel as music director of the USM Civic Orchestra, director of operations of the USM Symphony Orchestra, and music director at Mount Sinai Congregation in Mexico City. * The Suzuki Method is a registered trademark of the International Suzuki Association and its administrators. 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In the writing world, characters tend to fit the mold of being straight and having no trouble with their gender identity. However, in real life, there are many people who don't fit this stereotype. People can be bisexual, gay, lesbian, asexual, or transgender, and it can be tough to create and write a character who has a different gender identity or sexuality than you do. It's possible, however, to accomplish the task and create a well-rounded character who can lead your story. Method 1 of 4: 1Design a character, not just "a lesbian" or "a trans boy." Before deciding on your character's sexuality, identity, and relationship status, you'll need to decide on the basics of your character. What's their name and how old are they? What do they look like? What's their role in the story? Keep in mind that your character defines their sexual orientation—the sexual orientation doesn't define them. - Your character should have a personality that is just as nuanced as the personalities of the straight and cis characters. 2Read from the community you wish to represent. What are their lives like? What are their struggles, their goals, the things they are grateful for? Which characters do they say are done well, and why? Which stereotypes do they hate? What advice do they have for you? If you take time to listen to the community, you will understand them better. - Try sending out a message asking for advice on social media. You may get some great tips! 3Carefully consider your character's development arc. What lesson do they learn? What is their major flaw, and how do they overcome it (if at all)? If they are the main character, facing this problem head-on will mark the climax of the story. This may or may not be related to their gender identity. For example: - Lane suffered bullying in childhood, and their dad died in a traumatic car accident. They are afraid to open up to anyone. With the help of their boyfriend, they begin sharing more. The climax is when they finally agree to sing karaoke at a party, only to forget the lyrics. Lane learns that failure is okay, and people can be more forgiving than they know. - Dijon lives life according to social norms, working hard and studying medicine like his mom wants. He slowly learns to listen to his own desires, and accepting himself as asexual is part of this. The climax is when he announces to his mother that he is going to the state university to study engineering, not med school, because this is what he wants. - Bayta is trans and bisexual, but this isn't very important to the story. Her character arc is about accepting herself as autistic and learning to ask for help. 4Map out your character's strengths. What are they good at? What positive contributions will they make to the plot? How do they help others? Give your character some real strong points, and readers will be reminded that LGBT+ people are talented and worth having around. 5Remember the diversity of people under the LGBT+ umbrella. Everyone is unique, and different people will have different experiences. Tailor your character's past and present to the demands of their story and their personality. There are thousands of ways to be bisexual, gay or transgender, and none of them are bad or wrong.Advertisement Method 2 of 4: Writing Characters of Different Sexualities 1Understand sexuality. Before writing a character who has a different sexual orientation than you do, make sure you have an understanding of sexual orientation and how one sexuality is differentiated by another sexuality. For example, asexuality isn't celibacy—it's lack of sexual attraction, and asexual people can still be in romantic relationships. Do research on the sexuality that you want your character to be. 2Decide on your character's sexuality. Lots of people aren't just "gay" or "straight"—there are many gray areas. Decide on your character's sexual orientation, and if you wish, their romantic orientation—which is who they're romantically attracted to. - Gay or lesbian characters are attracted to only people of their gender identity. Gay men would be attracted to men, and lesbian women would be attracted to women. Keep in mind that the word "gay" can be used to describe a girl, but the term "lesbian" can't be used for a boy. - Bisexual or pansexual characters are attracted to two or more genders. The difference between bisexual people and pansexual people depends on the individual's definition of their sexuality. - Asexual characters lack sexual attraction. This doesn't mean that they aren't interested in relationships, sex, or anything with a romantic air to it—it simply means that they don't find people sexually attractive. Aromantic characters lack romantic attraction. These characters may find other characters sexually attractive, but they do not desire a romantic relationship. - The difference between a character's sexual orientation and their romantic orientation is that a character can be sexually attracted to one gender, but romantically interested in another. For example, a character could be sexually attracted to men, but romantically attracted to both men and women. Likewise, a character can be asexual and still be romantically interested in other characters. 3Consider their history. Have they come out, and if so, to who? Have they faced any bigotry? How have people reacted to them? What is their attitude towards their sexuality? Figuring out what they have faced and how they have adapted is important to understanding who they are today.Advertisement Method 3 of 4: Writing Characters of Different Gender Identity 1Understand gender identity. Gender identity is often confused with assigned sex, but they are not the same thing. Assigned sex (sometimes incorrectly referred to as biological sex) is what sex organs a person was born with, while gender identity is the gender that a person identifies as and wishes to be addressed by. For example, a person could be assigned female at birth, but have a male gender identity and would be referred to as a boy. In this case, he would be referred to as a transgender boy. A transgender girl would be someone who is assigned male at birth and identifies as female. - There are different gender identities than just cisgender (non-transgender) and transgender. A person can be agender, meaning they identify with no gender; bigender, meaning they identify as two genders simultaneously; genderfluid, meaning that their gender identity shifts between genders, and some people just don't care about gender identity! - Gender identity and sexuality are two different things, and they do not correspond. There are many transgender boys who like boys, and many transgender girls who like girls. Just because someone is transgender doesn't mean they automatically like one gender—sexuality and gender are not related. - Crossdressing doesn't necessarily indicate your character's gender identity. A boy can wear a skirt or a dress and still identify as a boy, and a girl can bind her chest and wear "boy's" clothes while still identifying as a girl. While clothing is often a huge part of a trans or nonbinary person's self-expression, someone's gender is defined by their identity, not by the clothes they wear. 2Decide on your character's gender identity. Your character's gender identity may or may not be important to the story. Regardless, if you're writing a character with a different gender identity, you'll need to choose their gender identity. - Cisgender (sometimes abbreviated to cis) means that a character identifies with the gender that corresponds with their assigned sex - in other words, someone who's assigned female identifying as a girl would be cisgender. - Transgender (sometimes abbreviated to trans) means that a character identifies with a gender that does not correspond with their assigned sex. For example, a person who was assigned male and identifies as a female would be a transgender girl and would be referred to as a girl. - A character that is agender doesn't identify with gender labels. This doesn't mean they're completely androgynous, however! - Bigender isn't limited to just male and female. A character can feel both like a boy and like no gender at the same time. These characters tend to pick their preferred gender pronouns (PGP's), and some choose to be referred to as "they". - Someone who is genderfluid can alter between feeling like a boy, a girl, genderless, or bigender. These characters also tend to pick preferred gender pronouns, and can also be referred to as "they". - Demiboys and demigirls only partially fit into the gender binary. - There are also more obscure identities which you can research. 3Design your character. This is a little bit more tricky than just designing a character who isn't straight, since you will need to decide on your character's gender identity, and therefore, their sex. Their DNA influences their body and shape, as well as their voice and some other characteristics not immediately seen by the reader. - Consider if and when they were able to have access to hormones and other treatments. A twenty-year-old who started estrogen two months ago will look different from a twenty-year-old who transitioned at age five and had puberty blockers. - Without puberty blockers, puberty can be quite traumatic for trans people. Even if they have since gotten hormones and look great, they will probably have many bad memories. 4Understand common misconceptions. There are many misconceptions about transgender people that cisgender people come up with. Common ones to be ruled out are: - It's just a phase!: While some people explore around with gender identity in their childhood and teenage years, just because they're young when determining their gender doesn't mean it's something they'll grow out of or decide isn't them. - Transgender people are just gay!: Transgender people can be gay, but gender identity and sexual orientation don't correlate! - Bigender/Genderfluid/Agender isn't real!: Gender identity is a spectrum, not a binary. There's more to gender than just "male" and "female". - Don't all trans people have surgery/take hormones?: Many transgender people are not comfortable with having surgery or taking hormones. Even if they are comfortable with it, other factors can make it impossible to have hormones/surgery, such as health problems, financial issues, or unsupportive/unsafe environment. 5Consider how they have adapted. Living in a cis-centric world is difficult for a trans person, especially depending on how accepting the environment is. What tricks have they developed to stay safe? How do they cope? What have they faced in the past, and has it impacted their ability to trust others or feel safe? Common issues faced include: - Public restroom safety - Picking "male" or "female" on documents - Street harassment - Trying to look "presentable enough" to avoid discrimination (When? How much? Are they a bad person for doing this?) - Cruel family members - Mental health issues, suicidal thoughts Method 4 of 4: Avoiding Stale Writing LGBT+ representation in fiction too often falls into the same trite plotlines and stereotypes. Here is how to avoid these and write something more interesting and creative. 1Recognize the stereotypes that exist. The LGBT+ community is very diverse, and people who share a sexuality or gender identity could be very different from each other. Watch out for stereotypes, because these can undermine your ability to write a three-dimensional character. Here are some common tropes: - Feminine gay man, gay man who only serves to be a girl's sidekick - Masculine lesbian - Promiscuous, sly bisexual/confused bisexual - Frigid or evil asexual - Transgender person who is deceptive or a freak 2Remember the difference between sexuality and gender expression. Liking men does not make one feminine, and liking women does not make one masculine. Fiction is filled with gay men who love shopping and detest football, and tough lesbians who play rough sports. Recognize the stereotypes and work on making your character original. - Of course, there are some feminine gay men and some masculine lesbians. If you are writing one of these characters, make sure that you are giving them plenty of unique and multilayered traits too, so that they are more than a caricature. 3Choose your words with care. Some terms have been used in degrading and dehumanizing ways, and can be very hurtful and alienating to LGBT+ readers. It can also suggest to readers who aren't in the know that it is okay to use these words to describe someone else. Use compassion when selecting words, and be aware of how this affects the message you send to your readers. - Always have the narrative refer to a transgender person as their correct gender (the gender that they want to be referred to as), even if others are misgendering the character. - If you have a character who uses these words, make it clear in the narrative that this character is being hurtful. For example, if somebody calls Laquisha a "d*ke," show how this upsets her, and/or have someone stand up for her. 4Make your LGBT+ character a character in their own right. Some writers use LGBT+ characters as one-dimensional plot devices, used to further the development of straight and cis characters. - This doesn't mean your LGBT+ character shouldn't teach other characters anything, simply that there should be more to them than only this. 5Recognize that same-gender couples are, on average, just as sexual as mixed-gender couples are. There is no need to fixate on sex (unless you are writing erotica), nor do you need to avoid showing the characters doing anything more than holding hands. - If all the mixed-gender couples are kissing when the bell tolls for New Year's, let the same-gender couple kiss too. They can have the same romantic opportunities. 6Avoid killing off your LGBT+ character. Killing gay, bisexual, transgender, etc. characters is an old plot line often meant to show that the character is "too good for this sinful earth" and other characters should have treated them better. However, this pattern can send a very unfortunate message to LGBT+ readers: that suicide is the most common and sensible option. - If your story absolutely requires killing an LGBT+ character, make sure that there are other LGBT+ characters who survive and have bright futures ahead of them. 7Name the sexuality or gender identity. Tell readers that Lana is bisexual, not just confused, and Richard is asexual, not broken. Labeling their identity can help readers who share the identity feel validated, and help readers who don't have that identity learn and empathize more. You may even have a reader or two who realizes they have that identity thanks to your story.Advertisement QuestionI'm creating a web comic where the characters are all demons. Some of them are a part of the LGBTQ+ community. Would that be too offensive and rude? I don't want to be disrespectful.Community AnswerAs long as their being LGBTQ+ isn't portrayed as something that makes them demonic or adds to their evil, it won't be offensive or rude. QuestionI support LGBT people, but it's really weird for me writing transgender characters. Does this make me a bad person?Community AnswerNot at all! Even if you're accepting of transgender people, it can still be difficult to immerse yourself in the culture, language, pronouns, etc. when it's so different from what you've known your whole life. However, don't be afraid to try! There's always a need for more LGBTQ+ characters, and this gives you an opportunity to really learn about what it means to be transgender and how it influences someone's thoughts and personality. QuestionWould be a bad idea to make the villain LGBT (pansexual, to be exact), even if there are other characters, good guys, who are also LGBT? There are other pan characters (who aren't horrible), but it's a nagging concern.Top AnswererThat's fine. It helps if you avoid hypersexualizing or negatively stereotyping the villain, such as making them obviously queer while the others could pass for straight. Showing good pan characters will make it clear that you don't believe pansexuality is evil, especially if you are showing pan characters in healthy relationships. This is a tricky one, and it may be helpful to talk a bit with some LGBT+ friends (online or in-person) and hear their advice. QuestionMy character is the oldest of three brothers. He is gay, but that isn't touched on much by any of the characters, is this alright?Community AnswerThis is a perfectly plausible scenario. A gay character is like any other character. You do not need to touch on it unless you need to for your plot. QuestionWould it be homophobic, to make a comedy about a gay or lesbian person's crush? I have seen this on successful comedies, but as a lesbian I find it kind of offensive.Community AnswerI'm not sure why it would be considered offensive. There are many comedies that revolve around a straight person and their crush, so a lot of people think of it as a double standard. Of course, if it makes you uncomfortable for whatever reason, just write about something else. QuestionHow can I make a lovable and relatable gay or lesbian character?Top AnswererThe same way you would make a lovable and relatable straight character - give them appropriate strengths and weaknesses, a good role in the story, and display them as a person rather than a tool or flat character. Good characters are multilayered and are far more than stereotypes or caricatures, regardless of their sexuality. The main difference between straight and gay characters is who they might end up dating; a gay character wouldn't be vastly different from a straight character just because they happen to be gay. QuestionI want to write two females getting together in one of my stories. They are both 13, and the story would probably be aimed at that age group. Would the story be considered appropriate by parents?Community AnswerThat depends upon the parents. As long as the parents are at least somewhat progressive, it should be fine, but it also depends what you mean by "getting together." If you're not writing anything sexually explicit, you should be okay with that age group. QuestionIs it rude or offensive to have an LGBT+ character that is considered a bad guy in the story?Community AnswerIs it rude or offensive to have a person be considered a bad guy in the story? No. LGBT+ people are just people. As long as you make it known in the story that they aren't bad because they're LGBT+, you're fine. QuestionWould it be offensive if some of my LGBTQ+ characters are evil or 'insane'? I've got good and supportive LGBTQ+ people too, and none of their 'evil'' is linked with their identities.Community AnswerIt sounds like you're doing good things: showing that LGBTQ+ people can also be good, and that evil isn't inherent to being LGBTQ+. It helps to be aware of negative stereotypes about orientations (e.g. the "greedy" bisexual, "robotic" asexual, "freakish" trans person, or hypersexed LGBTQ+ person), so that your villain isn't a stereotype either. Be cautious about making characters "insane" too: at best, it's a cheap writing gimmick and at worst, it feeds into terrible stereotypes about people with mental illnesses. Instead of saying that the villain does things due to "insanity," give them real and compelling reasons like greed, desire for power, or revenge. This makes a more nuanced and believable villain. QuestionI want to write a story where one of the characters (who is gay) is a huge fan of musicals and acting. Would this be overly stereotypical?Top AnswererIt depends on how you handle it. If the character gushes about musicals every time they appear and never talks or thinks about anything else, then yes, that would be stereotypical. However, if the character clearly has interests outside of musicals and theater and is treated as an actual person (rather than just a stereotype or flat character), then you're likely not going to have issues - there are gay people who do enjoy musicals and theater, after all. The character just needs to have more defining traits than "gay" and "likes musicals". - Develop your character as you would with any other character. A character defines their gender or sexuality; the gender or sexuality does not define the character. - Search for stories by people of the gender or sexuality you'll be writing about, and look for informational blogs or websites about the gender or sexuality. However, beware of bigoted websites. - It might be a good idea to politely ask an LGBT+ friend or family member to answer any questions you may have about relationships and sexuality, rather than rely on the Internet for answers. - Stories can be a great way to break stereotypes about LGBT+ people! You could add a religious or disabled person; just make sure you do your research. About This Article Reader Success Stories "The part about stereotypes is very, very important. I hate seeing a character who is the basic stereotype of their sexuality or gender identity. Also developing them as a stand alone character is important."..." more VJ"It shows what LGBT people don't want in a queer book. Learning to avoid this and make characters be more than their sexuality or gender really matters."..." more ML"The gender identity is what helped, mostly. I have difficulty writing characters who are trans/a/bigender(fluid). It really helped."..." more A"I think that it really does help me."

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Found 968 Learning Lab Collections A collection of resources about Ancient China and artifact examples. Language is the very first tool that we use to understand the ideas that we are trying to share. But what about the monuments, art, and songs that we have created to share our ideas with one another? This exploration will focus on how American culture founded on the mixing of ethnicities and experiences used the skills and talents of its members to reveal its faults and celebrate its wonder and imagination. This collection focuses on the identities and expressions of 1st Nations People, African American, and White American cultures. There are so many other cultures that have contributed to this nations story, this is just one exploration of many that we should embark on to tell our stories of who we are as a people and a nation. This exploration will give students a way to examine the history of those around them, but also their place within this most extravagant quilt of this country. - The purpose of this activity is to give students a better understanding of the American Indian identity of the United States as foundational to understanding this land. From that foundation they will journey through the musical/dance expressions of those who came to be known as White Americans and African Americans, who came to inhabit the US and through them some of the historical/contemporary realities and perspectives that make up a part of our society. Please follow the lesson plan laid out at the beginning of the collection to see the best way to use it. #goglobal This interdisciplinary collection explores the idea of a manifesto through the framework of High School Visual Art, Language Arts and History. Inspired by the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden's "Manifesto: Art x Agency" exhibition, this collection examines the ideas of historical manifestos while also examining whose voices are historically absent, and how they can be amplified in the future. Just as each generation of artists created manifestos to challenge the status quo, this generation of students can be empowered to do the same. #GoGlobal Using this Collection: - Use the “Unit Outline” to see how each lesson/activity is organized. The “Introduction to Manifestos” lesson and corresponding artwork provide focused activities for use in the classroom, while the rest of the collection serves as suggestions and ideas for deepening thinking and questioning, culminating in a student-produced manifesto. - Detailed suggestions on how to implement the learning activities are found in the "information" section of each of the Activity Tiles as well as the Project Zero Thinking Routine Tiles. - Notes regarding the use of each Project Zero Thinking Routine are documented as annotations within each individual Thinking Routine tile and provide specific instructions on how align these routines with this collection. Global Competence Connection: - Students “recognize perspectives” by analyzing how manifestos and movements have championed certain voices over others, and contextualizing their own experiences within a broader historical and global context. - Students “communicate their ideas” through the creation of a manifesto that demonstrates their unique perspective. Using the manifestos and artworks in this collection as a foundation, you can use other content specific texts for your subject area and unique classroom demographics. Some ideas include: “The Origin of the Species” by Charles Darwin “The Communist Manifesto” by Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx “United States Declaration of Independence” by Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Robert R. Livingston, Roger Sherman “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” by The United Nations Welcome to the Grade 4 Beliefs Unit Collection. Please enjoy. Below there is information about: - How the lesson was used specifically at Washington International School (WIS) in Washington DC in 2019 - The role of STEAM at WIS Additionally, within the collection, the markers will help guide the teacher through each component. The collection is broken up into: Educating the teacher team (preparing for the unit), STEAM teacher resources, Student activities, and Student learning extensions. Enjoy and all feedback is welcomed. Washington International School is an International Baccalaureate (IB), Primary Years Program (PYP). I am the STEAM Specialist who integrates 21st century skill inquiry projects, hands on science and engineering, and digital tools/technology. This collection is to support many teachers who will contribute to content for this unit. The Language specialists, art teacher, design technology, STEAM Specialist and physical education. STEAM at WIS: My role will be to host an experience that role-plays early civilizations and their interactions with sun, moon, and stars. Students will interpret their experience and create a piece of art that demonstrates their translation of the experience. The follow up will be to help the students connect their experience with ancient cultures. Then, the conversation will further develop to challenge the students to think how science changes our understanding of our universe. The overall theme is to encourage students and give them confidence to explore various belief systems, challenge their own understanding of the world through their beliefs, experiences, and science. These exercises scaffold learning to align student inquiry to the Social Studies standards: - Distinguish between personal beliefs and belief systems (PYP Scope and Sequence Pg. 29) - Define the elements of a belief system (creed, codes of behavior, rituals, community.) (AERO CC+ G5 p22 4.5.f) - Identify the major religions of the world in terms of their beliefs, rituals and sacred texts. (referenced: AERO CC+ G6 p30 4.8.f) - Reflect upon how beliefs affect the individual and society (PYP Scope and Sequence Pg. 29) Important to know: The teachers at WIS took the students on two days of field trips to visit various areas of "worship" in the DC/MD/VA area: Buddhist Temple, Mosque, Jewish Temple, Catholic Church, and African American Christian Church. Students had worksheets to complete for each location that included observations of icons, the use of shapes in the visual devotional symbols, and to draw the various religious icons. After, they engaged in discussion about their experiences. If your school does not have the ability to do an elaborate field trip like this, we recommend having devotional leaders and/or parents visit as subject matter experts to demonstrate their systems of faith, icons, devotions, and symbols. - I used this collection to train the teachers about the new thinking routines (Beginning slides) - There are samples from students learning about Sun, Egyptian use of sun in their beliefs (art and architecture) - Students looked at Egyptian sun use and modern NASA sun data to inspire them for their STEAM Challenge - Their STEAM Challenge was to create a pyramid (cardboard) with a devotion (clay), and decorate with sun symbols (crayons/markers). - Our students just completed a cardboard challenge (Cain's Arcade - check out on Youtube) so they were cardboard construction "experts". Therefore, they only had 40 minutes for their challenge. You will need to either have a lesson on cardboard construction before, or give them more samples and/or time. Hypothetically, this could be a 1/2 day project for students. - The goal is then for students to look at other cultures and other NASA data (Incas (or other Native American tribes) African Tribes, and/or Australian Aborigines, etc. and have them do the same STEAM challenge (format) by creating a model structure decorated by symbols inspired by both indigenous symbols and modern NASA data (sun, stars, planets, or Earth's Moon). Therefore, they will have a "Maker Collection" that demonstrates various engineering styles as well as belief systems. International Baccalaureate Transdisciplinary Unit of Inquiry: Who we are. Beliefs - An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships, including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. Central Idea: Humans have common beliefs that attempt to answer life’s big questions. - The main line of Inquiry this collection will align with is: Global religious beliefs and practices The following subject teachers plan to do the following: - Art = Beliefs and metaphors with clay - Digital Technology = Building sacred structures - STEAM = Engineering and Science of sacred structures globally and historically Global thinking routines: Step In, Step Out, Step Back; Beauty and Truth; Unveiling Stories STEAM Challenge: Students can further their inquiry from ancient beliefs with their experiences with modern organized religion into modern spirituality by analyzing the exhibition for Burning Man Festival. Students will complete a STEAM Challenge to build their own sacred structure that honors their own belief systems. On February 12, 2018, the official portraits of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama were unveiled at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery. President Obama's portrait was created by artist Kehinde Wiley, who is known for his vibrant, large-scale paintings of African Americans posing as famous figures from the history of Western art. This portrait does not include an underlying art historical reference, but some of the flowers in the background carry special meaning for Obama. Mrs. Obama's portrait was created by artist Amy Sherald, who considers the former first lady to be someone “women can relate to—no matter what shape, size, race, or color. . . . We see our best selves in her.” This collection includes the two portraits, in high resolution, so that learners can zoom in and out to carefully observe details. It also includes videos and articles about the portraits and their official unveilings. Additional supports include other works by the two artists and strategies for reading portraits. Portraits of the two sitters and other presidential portraits can be used for compare and contrast activities. Older generations of Alaska Athabascan (Dene) peoples tanned moose hides using time-tested methods to make strong, supple leather for sewing beaded or quill-embroidered tunics, jackets, mittens, bags and moccasins, as well as everyday essentials such as dogsled harnesses. Because traditional tanning is time-consuming and requires technical knowledge that has declined in recent generations, most moose hides are now sent out to commercial tanneries for processing with synthetic chemicals. Commercial tanning produces a lower quality hide, but more importantly, it displaces the passing on of Athabascan tanning knowledge. Recognizing this, contemporary artists Joel Isaak (Dena'ina Athabascan) and Melissa Shaginoff (Ahtna Athabascan) have been learning traditional methods for tanning moose hides from elders Helen Dick (Dena’ina Athabascan) and Jeanie Maxim (Ahtna Athabascan) and adding tested, contemporary tools. The Alaska office of the Arctic Studies Center worked with these committed artists and elders from September 2017 through June 2018 to carry out moosehide tanning work in communities and backyards in Kenai, Chickaloon, and Anchorage, and a sewing and beading residency at the Anchorage Museum. The collaboration resulted in the set of twenty-three educational videos presented here. Links to a selection of Athabascan objects from the Smithsonian collections made from moose hide are included below. Tags: Alaska, Native art, museum, education, Indigenous, tan, tanning, moosehide, moose hide, smoking, sew, bead, Athabascan, Dena'ina, Ahtna, Dene, Melissa Shaginoff, Joel Isaak , Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska Classroom Activity Using Images of Immigration and Identity from the National Portrait Gallery, the New York Times, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum Students can use the "What makes you say that?" and the "3 Ys" thinking routines to explore two modern portraits about identity and immigration from the National Portrait Gallery. The first thinking strategy asks students to look at a work of art for several minutes before answering two questions: "What's going on?" and "What do you see that makes you say that?" (See https://learninglab.si.edu/res... for more information.) To further and deepen the discussion, I've included a link to a September 2016 New York Times Op-Doc entitled "4.1 Miles," about a coast guard captain on a small Greek island who is suddenly charged with saving thousands of refugees from drowning at sea. (If it doesn't show up easily, you can view the original video on Times Video at https://www.nytimes.com/video/opinion/100000004674545/41-miles.html.) I've also included two sculptures from the Smithsonian American Art Museum, an interview with Lisa Sasaki, head of the Smithsonian's Asian Pacific American Center, and resources from the University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing's Immigration Syllabus - Americans / Immigrants, Weeks 1-4. You may wish to use the "3 Y's" thinking routine here as well, which asks students to consider the following questions: 1. Why might this [topic, question] matter to me? 2. Why might it matter to people around me [family, friends, city, nation]? 3. Why might it matter to the world? (See https://learninglab.si.edu/res... for more information.) #APA2018, #LatinoHAC, #EthnicStudies This collection supports Unit 1: Precious Knowledge - Exploring notions of identity and community, of the Austin ISD Ethnic Studies Part A course. This Smithsonian Learning Lab collection received Federal support from the Latino Initiatives Pool, administered by the Smithsonian Latino Center. Red cedar bark twined basketry is a distinctive Tsimshian art form. With the passing on of elder master artists and the demands of contemporary lifestyles, it became at risk. A handful of weavers today are working to master and revitalize twined cedarbark basketry, reconnecting with a proud heritage. In 2016, the Arctic Studies Center collaborated with The Haayk Foundation of Metlakatla to document the materials and techniques of cedarbark basketry. The project included a harvesting and processing workshop and a weaving workshop in Metlakatla, and a residency at the Arctic Studies Center in Anchorage where artists studied baskets from museum and private collections, practiced and refined weaving techniques, and taught museum visitors and school children about basketry. Teaching was led by Haida master weaver Delores Churchill, who learned from master Tsimshian weaver Flora Mather, with assistance from her daughter Holly Churchill, an accomplished weaver. In addition to Metlakatla students, three advanced Tsimshian weavers participated in the project, sharing techniques learned in their families and communities and learning new ones: Kandi McGilton (co-founder of The Haayk Foundation), Karla Booth (granddaughter of Tsimshian master weaver Violet Booth) and Annette Topham (niece of master Tsimshian weaver Lillian Buchert). Metlakatla elder Sarah Booth, a fluent speaker of Sm’algyax (Ts’msyen), assisted Kandi McGilton in documenting indigenous basketry terminology for use in language classes. The videos below pair with a bilingual guide included here. The videos provide an introduction to the artists and to Tsimshian twined cedarbark baskets, and they provide instruction on how to harvest and process materials and on how to weave a basket from start to finish. A twined cedarbark basket from the Smithsonian collections is also included below. Tags: Alaska, Native art, museum, education, Indigenous, Tsimshian, cedar, bark, Metlakatla, weaving, basket, David Boxley, Kandi McGilton, Delores Churchill, Karla Booth, Annette Topham, Holly Churchill, Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska The art of sewing sea mammal intestine – also called gut – is an ancient and practical one used to create water-repellant clothing and bags, as well as ceremonial garments. During a week-long residency organized by the Arctic Studies Center at the Anchorage Museum in 2014, Alaska Native artists Mary Tunuchuk (Yup’ik), Elaine Kingeekuk (St. Lawrence Island Yupik) and Sonya Kelliher-Combs (Iñupiaq-Athabascan) studied historic gutskin objects and demonstrated how to process and sew gut to students, museum conservators and visitors. A two-day community workshop in Bethel followed, taught by Mary Tunuchuk and hosted by the Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center with assistance from Director Eva Malvich. The video set presented here introduces the artists, examine historic objects made with gut from the Smithsonian collections, and offers detailed explanations and demonstrations. Learn how to process and sew sea mammal intestine (and hog gut as an alternative material for non-Alaska Natives); prepare grass and tapered thread for sewing; and complete a gut basket or gut window project. Links to a selection of Iñupiaq, St. Lawrence Island Yupik and Yup’ik objects from the Smithsonian collections made from gut are included below. Tags: Alaska, Native art, museum, education, Indigenous, sew, gut, intestine, sea mammal, walrus, seal, St. Lawrence Island Yupik, Inupiaq, Iñupiaq, Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska The Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center hosted a language and culture seminar at the Anchorage Museum in 2011, bringing together seven fluent St. Lawrence Island Yupik speakers for five days to discuss cultural heritage objects from their region in the Smithsonian exhibition Living Our Cultures, Sharing Our Heritage: The First Peoples of Alaska at the Anchorage Museum. This video set presents a range of information about life on St. Lawrence Island, Alaska for the Yupik people: hunting tools used for living from the land and sea to ceremonial items used at celebrations and gatherings to everyday clothing to cultural traditions and values. The videos are in St. Lawrence Island Yupik with subtitles in English and Yupik, for following along in both languages. An educational guide with twelve lessons is included below, along with links to objects discussed from the Smithsonian collections. Tags: Alaska, Native art, Native culture, Indigenous, museum, education, language, St. Lawrence Island, Yupik, Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska The Sewing Salmon project was hosted by the Smithsonian Institution’s Arctic Studies Center at the Anchorage Museum in Alaska and brought together three contemporary Alaska Native artists: Audrey Armstrong (Koyukon Athabascan), Coral Chernoff (Sugpiaq) and Marlene Nielsen (Yup'ik). Together they learned and taught about creating work from salmon skin through studying historic museum objects and through sharing and comparing techniques they developed. Each artist has a commitment to this almost-lost art and shared their knowledge with students and visitors, and with curators and conservators who care for museum collections. The video set presented here introduces the artists and their techniques. Links to a selection of Alaska Native objects from the Smithsonian collections made from salmon skin are included below. Tags: Alaska, Native art, museum, education, Indigenous, sew, salmon, fish skin, Athabascan, Sugpiaq, Alutiiq, Yup'ik, Iñupiaq, Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska The Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center hosted a language and culture seminar at the Anchorage Museum in 2011, bringing together eight fluent Iñupiaq speakers for four days to discuss cultural heritage objects from their region in the Smithsonian exhibition Living Our Cultures, Sharing Our Heritage: The First Peoples of Alaska at the Anchorage Museum. This video set presents a range of information about life in northwest Alaska for the Iñupiaq people: hunting tools used for living from the land and sea to ceremonial items used at celebrations and gatherings to everyday clothing to cultural traditions and values. The videos are in Iñupiaq with subtitles in English and Iñupiaq, for following along in both languages. An educational guide with six lessons is included below, along with links to objects discussed from the Smithsonian collections. Tags: Alaska, Native art, museum, education, language, Indigenous, Iñupiaq, Inupiaq, Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska Athabascan peoples harvested porcupine to eat and also carefully processed its quills into a fine material to beautify special items. Some artists continue to use quill in their work. In 2013, the Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska hosted the Dene Quill Art project, bringing together two Athabascan artists and an ethnographic conservator to share quillwork techniques and develop new ones by studying historic museum pieces. They shared their expertise with students, museum visitors and local Alaska Native artists, along with conservators who learned how to better care for quillwork objects in museum collections. The video set presented here introduces participants and provides detailed demonstrations of how to work with quill from cleaning and dying, to sewing, wrapping folding and weaving. Links to a selection of Alaska Native objects from the Smithsonian collections made with porcupine quill are included below. Tags: Alaska, Native art, Alaska Native, Indigenous, Athabascan, Dene, museum, education, Indigenous, quill, porcupine, conservator, Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska Unangax̂ men of the Aleutian Islands wore hunting hats and visors that were shaped from carved, boiled and bent planks of driftwood, intricately ornamented with paint, beads, walrus ivory and sea lion whiskers. The hats were practical headgear for kayak hunters and at the same time works of art expressing the spiritual connection between human beings and animals of the land, sea and air. In 2012, the Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska hosted a bentwood hat making residency at the Anchorage Museum where Unangax̂ hat makers Patricia Lekanoff-Gregory and Michael Livingston worked with advanced apprentices Delores Gregory and Tim Shangin. They examined bentwood hats and visors from museum collections, and they carved, bent, and decorated their own, sharing their expertise with visiting students and museum guests. The video set presented here provides step-by-step instructions on how to make a bentwood hat and information on the use and significance of these hats in the past and today, along with artist interviews that provide first-hand information about the Aleutian Islands region and this important art form. Links to a selection of Unangax̂ bentwood hats and visors from the Smithsonian collections are included below. Tags: Aleutian Islands, Alaska, Alaska Native art, Indigenous, Unangax̂, Unangax, Unangan, Sugpiaq, Aleut, bentwood hat, bentwood visor, chief's hat, Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska This Learning Lab Collection introduces three themes from the Hokusai: Mad about Painting exhibition and provides works of art, classroom activities, and discussion questions associated with each theme. Works of art selected for this Learning Lab highlight the first of two installations of the Hokusai exhibition, on view November 2019-April 2020. The activities and discussions can be completed before or after your visit to the Hokusai: Mad about Painting exhibition on view in the Freer Gallery of Art. If you are unable to visit the exhibition, this Learning Lab allows you to virtually connect with the works of art and exhibition content on view for the first rotation of the galleries. A second Learning Lab (Part Two) will be introduced in March for the second gallery installation. Tags: #AsiaTeachers; Be a Reporter; customs; daily life; dragons; Edo; Great Wave; Hokusai; Japan; nature; New Year; personification; poetry; power; Project Zero; Mount Fuji; See Think Wonder; Step Inside; symbols; thunder; woodblock print About the tour: Japanese Art and Culture Tour size limit: 45 students Tour availability: December 2, 2019 – November 13, 2020 One adult chaperone is required per each group of 10 students. What can works of art tell us about cultural values? How is the concept of “place” significant in Japanese art? Transport yourself into misty mountains, rushing streams, and peaceful abodes when you explore the Japanese art of Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849) in the special exhibition Hokusai: Mad about Painting. Learn about the symbols and stories that make the works of art culturally significant for the people of Japan. About the exhibition: Hokusai: Mad about Painting November 23, 2019–November 8, 2020 Freer Gallery of Art, galleries 5–8 The Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849) is widely recognized for a single image—Great Wave Off the Coast of Kanagawa, an icon of global art—yet he produced thousands of works throughout his long life. Charles Lang Freer recognized the artist’s vast abilities before many other collectors, and he assembled the world’s largest collection of paintings, sketches, and drawings by Hokusai. In commemoration of the centennial of Freer’s death in 1919, and in celebration of the Summer Olympics in Tokyo in 2020, the Freer Gallery presents a yearlong exploration of the prolific career of Katsushika Hokusai. Works large and small are on view, from six-panel folding screens and hanging scrolls to paintings and drawings. Also included are rare hanshita-e, drawings for woodblock prints that were adhered to the wood and frequently destroyed in the process of carving the block prior to printing. Among the many featured works are Hokusai’s manga, his often-humorous renderings of everyday life in Japan. Together, these works reveal an artistic genius who thought he might finally achieve true mastery in painting—if he lived to the age of 110. This Learning Lab from the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) will explore the connection between visual art and history. When studying history, it is important to remember that all historical sources do not look the same. Visual art, being an active response to a stimulus, serves as a mirror to the contemporary landscape. Art engages in a conversation with history while acting as a visual expression of contemporary thoughts and ideas. Through the visual art piece "New Age of Slavery" by Patrick Campbell (2014), students will learn more about the events and cultural context of the contemporary landscape including the pattern of police brutality against African Americans and the Black Lives Matter Movement while honing their visual literacy competency. The questions, prompts, and information provided in this Learning Lab will help students hone their skills in visual literacy competency. Students can use this Learning Lab collection to help sharpen their historical thinking skills and expand their conceptions of historical sources. The guiding questions of this Learning Lab are - What is visual art’s connection to historical events? Why is it important that we recognize these connections? - How do contemporary events shape artists’ responses in their art making? - What does studying art add to our understanding of historical events and time periods? The goals of this Learning Lab are - Bridge the gap in understanding between art analysis and historical analysis - Explore the inherent ties between art pieces and their surrounding historical context - Introduce the foundations of formal art analysis and develop close looking skills for visual art pieces If you are new to Learning Lab, visit https://learninglab.si.edu/help/getting-started to learn how to get started! Keywords: NMAAHC, African American, slavery, flag, American, 13th Amendment, visual art, Black Lives Matter, lynching, United States, visual literacy This collection was made for a hands-on workshop organised by the Dresher Center for the Humanities at UMBC as part of the Inclusion Imperative Program. During the workshop UMBC faculty and graduate students have the opportunity to learn some of the key elements of digital storytelling focused on questions of inclusion and justice. Some of the contents and tools were inspired by the EU funded project DIST - Digital Integration Storytelling http://www.dist-stories.eu/ Workshop participants will practice storyboarding and editing audio/visual materials as well as discuss how narrative structure and modes of storytelling vary in the diverse culture contexts in which we work and live. This collection brings together EDSITEment and Smithsonian resources to support the initial research into a project for National History Day 2020, "Breaking Barriers in History." These resources—including photographs, objects, portraits, lesson plans, and articles—explore how individuals overcame barriers during and following their service in the U.S. military. Resources address how issues of race and gender operated as barriers to equal treatment for all those who serve in the U.S. military, as well as circumstances endured by veterans following the end of major wars. The experiences of members of the armed forces during the American Revolution, U.S. Civil War, WWI, and WWII are highlighted; however, other wars and perspectives should be considered when exploring these resources. The second resource of this collection contains questions to help with the analysis of a chosen topic alongside photograph, document, artwork, portrait, and object resources. By no means is this collection comprehensive; instead, it provides a launching point for further research. This collection was created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Center for Learning and Digital Access. Share your National History Day collections and let us know what you think! Write to us on Twitter: @EDSITEment and @SmithsonianLab, #NHD2020. If you publish a collection on your National History Day topic, be sure to enter #NHD2020 in the description! Tags: military, soldiers, women, African American, Tuskegee, Airmen, Airwomen, war, World War One, World War I, World War Two, World War II, Red Jacket, Tayadaneega, Joseph Brant, Native Americans, American Indians, Horace Pippin, Theodore Milton Sullivan, J.W. Lucus, Buffalo Soldier, Charles Young, Carter Woodson, Willa Beatrice Brown, Bessie Coleman, Airforce, pilots, Jacqueline Cochran, Janet Harmon Bragg, Cornelia Fort, Nancy Love, WASPs, twentieth century, 20th #NHD Artists can abstract people and objects in many ways. Which methods of abstraction can you identify in these artworks? - Fragment (or explode; break into pieces) - Rearrange (move the parts around) - Magnify (change the scale) - Distort (change the shape) - Morph (change into something else) - Arbitrary Colors What does it take to prepare our youth for a world on the move with quality? This collection is the first in a series of four created to support the Re-Imagining Migration DC Seminar Series, held between December 2019 to March 2020. The seminar series is led by Verónica Boix Mansilla, Senior Principal Investigator for Harvard Graduate School of Education's Project Zero, and Research Director for Re-Imagining Migration, with in-gallery experiences provided by educators from the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the National Museum of American History, the National Portrait Gallery, the Smithsonian Center for Learning and Digital Access, and the National Gallery of Art. This set of collections is designed to be dynamic. We will continue to add material, including participant-created content, throughout the seminar series so that the collections themselves can be used as a type of textbook, reflecting the content, development, and outputs of the full seminar series. Please check back to the hashtag #ReImaginingMigration to see a growing body of materials to support educators as they strive to serve and teach about human migration in relevant and deep ways. This collection focuses on Dong Kingman (1911-2000), an American watercolorist best known for his urban and landscape paintings, magazine covers, and scenery work for multiple films. Dong Kingman was born in Oakland, California, to Chinese immigrants and moved to Hong Kong when he was a child. There, he studied both Asian and European painting techniques before returning to the United States during the Great Depression. Artwork in this collection includes works created for the Works Progress Administration, the NASA Art Program, and Time magazine. Also included is a short documentary, directed by two-time Academy Award winner James Wong Howe, and Dong Kingman's obituary from the New York Times. This collection is not comprehensive but rather provides a launching point for research and study. This Smithsonian Learning Lab collection received Federal support from the Asian Pacific American Initiatives Pool, administered by the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center. Keywords: chinese american, china IMPORTANT: Click on the "i" for information icon and the paperclip icons as you move through the collection. All Access Club Explores the Microscopic World. If you cannot see something, does that mean that it is not there? Nope! Just lurking under the surface of common, everyday objects is an entire world that we normally cannot see. People just like you can use microscopes to discover things that need magnification in order to view. The collection is part of an activity series that explores this mysterious microscopic world. EDUCATORS | For the LESSON PLAN of the original "Through the Lens of Curiosity" << CLICK HERE >> In this collection you will: - Find out about the world through the use of microscopes and magnifiers - Take on the role of detective as you embark on a quest to solve 5 mysteries -- by making observations about up-close objects and reading clues, can you figure out what the whole object is? - In the game A Part of the Whole, use your power of observation to consider the structures and functions of up-close objects to guess what they might be. Again, you will look at part of an object--photographed up-close--to guess at the whole. If it is possible to set-up a hand's-on experience with microscopes along with the online activities -- the tactile portion will enhance the online activity. Teens can also view a video about scanning electron microscopes by a young scientist in the 'extension section'. Keywords: decision-making, self-determination, access, disability, accessibility, neurodiversity, special education, SPED, out of school learning, informal learning, cognitive, social skills, engagement, passion, creativity, empowerment, All Access Digital Arts Program IMPORTANT: Click on the "i" for information icon and the paperclip icons as you move through the collection. Have you ever wondered what's going on out there in the universe? Would you like to discover exciting things about planets, stars, and galaxies? Today, we will go on a GALAXY QUEST to EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE! RATIONALE | Digital technology has transformed how we explore the Universe. We now have the ability to peer into space right from our homes and laptop computers. Telescopes, photography, and spectroscopy remain the basic tools that scientists—astronomers and cosmologists—use to explore the universe, but digital light detectors and powerful computer processors have enhanced these tools. Observatories in space—like the Hubble Space Telescope—have shown us further into space then we have ever seen before. EDUCATORS | For the LESSON PLAN of the original "Galaxy Quest" << CLICK HERE >> 1. Process and save at least one digital image of a galaxy or space image (with caption) 2. Create a three-dimensional astronomy sculpture (galaxy or other space body, space alien, plant, animal) 3. Create a digital astronomy sculpture (galaxy or other space body, space alien, plant, animal) 4. Visit the Explore the Universe exhibition at NASM and identify Hubble parts (mirror, lens, spectroscope) 1. What a galaxy is 2. What a space telescope is 3. Learn how to open an image on the computer and process it 4. 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POPULATION: about 150,000 RELIGION: Animism; indigenous beliefs RELATED ARTICLES: Vol. 1: Dinka; Nuer; Sudanese The Shilluk have long occupied a region along the White Nile in the modern Sudan. It is estimated that Prenilotes may have been present in the area from the 4th millennium bc. Arab travelers to the central Sudan in the 9th century ad recorded Prenilotic Barea and Kunama peoples in this area. During the Funj Sultanates from 1504 to 1821, it appears that slave raiders attacked Shilluk lands. Regional disturbances during the Funj Sultanates probably led to some southward migration of the Shilluk in the 16th century and to a more concentrated village pattern. Perhaps reflecting this time, the Shilluk mythology records that Nyakang (Nyikang) was the first reth or king to unify the Shilluk people in a proto-state formation. The area was first reached by Europeans in the 18th century. The Ottoman slave raids of the early 19th century victimized the Shilluk. Ottoman administration reached them in 1867. Mahdist rule (1884–98) was generally resisted by the Shilluk as they were set upon by zealous and slave-raiding Arabs from the north. The Shilluk region was again inaccessible to Europeans at this time. It was not until the early 20th century that serious ethnographic and historical attention began to be paid to the Shilluk. Even then, the interest was focused on the concerns of the British colonial administration and missionaries who were in the Shilluk region. A new census is planned but not yet conducted. LOCATION AND HOMELAND The Shilluk are concentrated along the western banks and islands of the White Nile, especially between the Renk-Malakal reach, as well as being located on the lower section of the Sobat River. In other terms, they live between 9° and 14° degrees north latitude, about 640 km (400 mi) south of Khartoum, the modern national capital of the Sudan. Malakal, the present provincial capital, is in the southern portion of Shilluk land, but on the east bank of the Nile. The precise ancestral homeland of the Prenilotic Shilluk is unknown but is likely to be in the present vicinity of Shilluk concentration. Perhaps it was they who replaced the aboriginal hunting and gathering population. The Shilluk and Nilotic people are remarkably tall (179 cm or 5 ft 10 in on average) and lean and may be distinguished from other neighboring Africans for this reason. Blood samples of the Shilluk and other Nilotics show Rh-allele frequencies which are notably different from all their neighbors. Even though malaria is now present in Shilluk lands, they also have a very low frequency of sickle cell alleles. These facts add up to a picture of long-term isolation. The ecosystem is mainly grasslands, swampy river banks, and islands, but some trees appear in places. There are something like 150 compacted hamlets (myer) constituting the Shilluk domain. They are divided into the Ger (northern) and Luak (southern) royal districts. Each of these has its own supreme chief and royal settlement at Golbany and Kwom, just north and south of the central capital at Fashoda (also known as Kodok) on the western bank. The royal heads of Ger and Luak must concur about the appointment of a new reth. At Fashoda the reth usually makes his royal residence with his royal children, courtiers, bodyguards, and retainers (bang reth), and his wives. It is here that he receives the council of lineage elders, while he sits on his royal stool-throne. Fashoda was also the site of an historic meeting in 1898 of the military forces of the French (under Major Marchand) and the English (under General Kitchener) in determining the European partition of the Sudan. The French withdrew; the Sudan became an Anglo-Egyptian colony. Neighboring the Shilluk to the east are the related Anuak people; to the immediate south are the Nuer and the vast Sudd papyrus swamplands which blocked exploration for millennia. In the 19th century the region supported large elephant herds, which have since been decimated for their ivory. Further to the southwest are large populations of Dinka. West of the Shilluk are diverse sedentary peoples of the Nuba mountains. To the northwest the Shilluk meet various nomadic Arab peoples from whom they must sometimes defend themselves. The Shilluk belong to the Eastern subfamily of the Sudanic linguistic stock. The Sudanic languages have only a few loan words from the Semitic languages to the north or Cushitic languages to the east. Within the Sudanic stock, the Shilluk are further identified with the Nilotic language speakers, which also include the Anuak and Meban peoples, who are collectively considered as Prenilotes. The Shilluk preceded, but are related to, other Nilotic groups, like the Nuer and Dinka, whose languages are understood by many Shilluk. The Shilluk are also self-known as the “Chollo.” Gender, number, and case can be noted in the Shilluk language. As with most animist or polytheist religious systems, the sacred and secular worlds of the Shilluk are linked. Spiritual forces abound in animals, elements, and places, and the folklore of the Shilluk serves to integrate the people with this worldview through storytelling, origin myths, sacrifices, and invocations. For example, the great creator, Jo-uk, is tied through four supernatural generations to Nyakang, the founder of the Shilluk rethship. The father of Nyakang, U-kwa, has many folkloric expressions. He lived along the Nile, where he was attracted to women with half-crocodile bodies who lived in the water. Tempted by these women, U-kwa captured two of them (Nik-ki-yah and Ung-wahd). Their cries quickly drew their father (U-dil-jil), whose presence had been unknown. The father's left side was human, while his right side was a green crocodile. After some debate and negotiation, U-kwa married the women and from his wife Nik-ki-yah he had his son Nik-kang (likewise half-man and half-crocodile). From a third wife, U-kwa had three more sons, one of whom was Du-wad, who became Nyakang's rival as reth. The conflict escalated and was only resolved when Nyakang and his brothers, Omoi and Jew, created a new kingdom at the mouth of the Sobat River. There, Nyakang created men and women from hippopotamuses, crocodiles, and wild animals to populate his kingdom. The animal ancestors died and the Shilluk people were thereby born. Nevertheless, Nik-ki-yah lives forever, usually as a crocodile, and she is sometimes offered a goat as a sacrifice. Occasionally, in trials-by-ordeal, suspected people are forced into the river to be judged by Nik-ki-yah. Fear of crocodiles quickly has them confessing. The complex animist religious beliefs of the Shilluk are held most devoutly. The most important spiritual force is that of Nyakang. Special annual sacrifices are made to Nyakang at the start of the rainy season. In addition to this ancestral spirit of all Shilluk, there is also the universal Shilluk creator god, Jouk, with whom deceased persons will reside eternally, if they are well-behaved during their lifetime. According to Shilluk origin myths, it was from the Nile that Jo-uk created D'ung Adduk (White Cow). In turn, D'ung Adduk gave birth to a son, Kola, whom she nursed. Kola had a son named U-mahra, whose son was Wad-maul, whose son was U-kwa, who was the father of Nyakang, ancestor of all reths. A few Shilluk have turned to Islam and Christianity, but traditional beliefs are still strongly held. As more Shilluk are educated more are turning toward Christian faiths. The Western concept of “holiday” is not really inherent to Shilluk life, but some note may be given to Sudanese national holidays such as Independence Day on 1 January. Those who are Muslim or Christian might follow those religious celebrations. For the Shilluk, the chief “holidays” would be the installation of a new reth, a marriage festivity, collective fishing and harvesting, and especially the celebration of Nyakang at the start of the rainy season, which involves the slaughtering of animals, dancing, and drinking fermented sorghum (merisa). Most villages have a shrine to Nyakang where amulets and charms may be placed to invoke ancestral spirits, often by a tree. The election of a reth is considered the most significant event in Shilluk life. This integrates the society with its traditions, provides for political leadership and continuity, and presents the greatest opportunity for public oratory and group confirmation. A notable amount of the literature on the Shilluk is focused on the transfer of rethships. The first stage in the appointment of a reth begins with a mock battle without real spears. This “battle” between the northern and southern Shilluk groups is mediated by a messenger who carries scornful retorts between the two “competing” groups. An effigy of the reth is symbolically paraded with an ostrich-feather fan shade which is placed on the royal stool. When the effigy is restored to its shrine, the new reth will be infused with the spirit of Nyakang, and he can then assume the official responsibilities by sitting on the royal stool. The bipartite or moiety structure of the Shilluk is based on a model of segmentary opposition, similar to a modern monarchy with a bicameral parliament. The chiefs of each component settlement group (podh) of the Ger and Luak districts are consulted at a lower level. Typically a reth's son does not inherit from his father, although the work of Evans-Pritchard presents the opposing view that he usually does. In any case, a new reth is found from a prince (nyireth) or close relative, or from a different natal village, often during an interregnum struggle. The ritual conflict preceding the appointment and purification of the reth is a central feature of Shilluk society. Some early reports state that regicide was practiced by royal wives or close kinfolk when a reth was deemed to be too ill, old, or ineffective to continue in office. Evans-Pritchard (1962: 76, 82–83) considers that the reports of institutional regicide were a fiction but that violent ends for reths certainly did occur amidst the precarious balance in Shilluk political life. In any case, the persistent discussion of regicide, whether symbolic or real, is not only a warning to seated reths but is also a symbolic expression that the spirit of Nyakang is no longer at ease and needs transfer, since the spirit of Nyakang resides eternally with the reth, and the reth himself is mortal. As the reth gains his position through the council of lineage elders (jal dwong pac), it seems evident that the council can also determine that a prince (nyireth) of the royal clan (kwareth) is justified in recognizing a failed rethship, and that regicide is appropriate so that intraethnic struggles can be avoided and the continuity of the Shilluk people thereby ensured. A certain measure of rotation between the royal lineages (kwareth) of the north and south also assists in reaching this political equilibrium. Clearly the reth will be eternally nervous about his position and he will make public efforts to be responsive to the lineage elders. Alternatively he will make special provisions to be protected by armed attendants and to be aloof and reserved. The formal, mock battle between village groups symbolizes the actual power struggles for this prestigious appointment. The Celebration of the January 2005 Comprehensive Peace Accord is observed nationally. RITES OF PASSAGE Unlike many Sudanese Arabs, few Shilluk girls are subject to female circumcision as a rite of prepubesence. The practice of removing the lower incisor teeth is common for Shilluk youths, as well as ethnic scarification which consists of making a series of raised bumps across the forehead just above the eyebrows. Other decorative scars are also known. The umbilicus of baby boys is buried to the right of the front door while Shilluk girls have their umbilicus buried to the left. Other gender-differentiated customs are seen with Shilluk boys who have noted puberty rites of passage while Shilluk girls have few special rites and are rarely subject to female circumcision. Likewise dancing, clothing, decoration and child names are gender specific. The death of commoners is followed by burial in the ground, unlike other Nilotes who may use water burial. Upon the death of the reth, the corpse is walled in his royal house, which thereby becomes his temporary tomb. Later his bones are collected for interment in the hamlet of his birth. Male or female commoners are washed and shaved at death and wrapped in a shroud. The body is rested on its right side with the head facing easterly. Post-mortem memorial services take place first at graveside, a few months later, and for higher status person a commemoration can take place a year or more later. The interpersonal relations of Shilluk people are guided by kinship, social hierarchy, and gender. They follow a form of matrilineal descent, unlike their Arab neighbors to the north. The Shilluk follow a descriptive type of cousin terminology which implies specific role relationships within the kinship network. Lineage membership is a critical feature of interpersonal relations. Within lineage groups, solidarity is maintained by age-grade cohorts, which are common in societies requiring military defense for the nation and the reth. The position of the reth is also distinguished by deferential behavior, sociolinguistic markers, a hippo-hide whip and staffs, use of royal antelope skins for dress, ritual stepping over color-selected bulls, and the exclusion of children from the royal compound. The well-being of the bang reth (the reth's retainers) rests upon their unquestioned loyalty, which is rewarded by the reth through provision of food and security. Aside from the royal personnel (bang reth) surrounding the reth at Fashoda, the Shilluk have a second class of people who are high-ranking but without legitimate access to the rethship. An additional group of nobility are known, but these are the Shilluk who had access to authority in the past and are no longer associated with the reth. The largest group of Shilluk are commoners (colo) who belong to various lineages but are not high-ranking whatsoever and are expected to show deference to those who are. Last in the traditional hierarchy are slaves who have entered Shilluk society as war captives, for punishment, by purchase, or as refugees from famine and disorder. The reth and the council of lineage elders are responsible for maintaining order in Shilluk society. If conflicts arise withinlineages, the elder or his council intervenes; if there are conflicts between lineages, such as raiding, adultery, or theft, the reth intervenes and, under his almost absolute authority, he can apply various punishments such as confiscation of property or enslavement with use of his royal bodyguard. Adultery with the daughter of a reth is punished by death. The reth also controls trade in ivory, giraffe tails, and slaves. Toniolo and Hill (1975: 251) estimate that in 1876, two-thirds of the slaves in the northern Sudanese town of Wad Medani were of Shilluk, Dinka, and “Fertit” origin. The Shilluk live in hamlets of compact villages made of round houses (tukls) of wattle and daub construction and with conical thatched roofs. The house of the lineage-head, especially if he is the reth, might be placed on a higher elevation indicative of higher status. Electricity, piped water, and other conveniences were not present until modern times in the provincial capital. Many Shilluk have moved from rural areas to Malakal, the largest regional center. Shilluk marriage is a primary institution which requires the use of a considerable quantity of livestock to collect the bride-wealth payments for completing the marriage contract. Unlike Arabs, Shilluk usually avoid marrying first cousins, and they practice lineage exogamy. However, like Arabs, the Shilluk do allow for polygyny, in particular a man marrying sets of sisters (sororal marriage). Postmarital life follows a pattern of matripatrilocal (sometimes avunculocal) residence in a compound of houses. If the household is polygynous, then additional houses are built to accommodate the other family members with their mothers. Today most Shilluk men wear Western clothing or Arab jellabiyas, but traditional attire is still seen. For women, traditional clothing was either animal-hide wraps, skirts (rahat), or aprons. Women's hair was usually shaven. Males were traditionally naked, but a reth or his noblemen could wear a toga-like garment. For men and women, armlets, breastplates, bracelets, beads, bells, necklaces, and body-painting were common. For men, hair sculpture (especially in a popular flared helmet shape, protected at night by a headrest) and ostrich feathers in the hair were widespread. For those young men with military functions, their dress would not be complete without their narrow hide-shields, clubs, spears with broad leaf-shaped points, drums, and leopard skins. The Shilluk are predominantly sedentary farmers of the fertile banks and islands in the White Nile. Their economy is based on the Sudanic food complex of millet (durra) or sorghum, but other foods such as corn, melons, okra, sesame, and beans are also known. The durra is fermented to make an alcoholic drink (merisa). As farmers they are endowed with livestock including sheep, goats, and especially cattle which play important roles in religion and kinship. However, cattle for the Shilluk are not nearly as significant as they are for the neighboring Nuer and Dinka. Shilluk men are in charge of milking the cows, and they do not use fresh cattle blood, unlike the Dinka and Nuer. Because the Shilluk are riverfolk, their foods are diversified by hunting and fishing. Antelope-hunting on royal island preserves is restricted. Only under British colonialism and under post-independence Sudanese governments did the Shilluk receive a formal secular or missionary education. Traditional education was structured around acquiring the skills of an agricultural and military population. On the other hand, the transmission of oral history was very important, especially in maintaining the lineage system from which political leadership emerged for the council of elders and the reth. The population of the Shilluk has not been properly counted for years, but early in the post-colonial period there were at least 110,000 Shilluk-speakers who shared a common cultural heritage. The Shilluk's unique office of the reth and the role of Nyakang bond them closely together in their villages and region. The Shilluk traditions of the royal throne, semi-divine kingship, dynastic rule, social hierarchies, sororal marriage, oppositional division of the kingdom, the use of a water purification ritual, and origin myths are noted to be held in common with ancient Egyptians. The degree to which this may be true, and the direction of cultural borrowing, is not determined with precision, but the hypothesis that these two ancient Nile valley populations are related remains an important subject for research. For the traditional Shilluk, work is assigned by gender, age-grade, and lineage rank. The reth, ranking princes, and lineage elders do very little physical work, while females are heavily engaged in domestic tasks, food production, and child care. Young males have cultivating, fishing, herding, and hunting tasks. Dugout canoes (2.5–6m or 8–20 ft long) and small reed floats (ambatch) are made for fishing and local transport. Some modern Shilluk play soccer. ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION Traditional recreation was usually aimed at improving military and hunting skills, such as at the mock battles that surrounded the election of a new reth. Songs, poetry, and call-and-response dancing are popular. Among the popular dances are a mock threat “war dance” with infantry spear charges; an amusing hyena dance-play in which hunters stalk and “kill” an enacted hyena threatening sleeping children; and a lion dance in which masked dancers appear with lion heads and are pursued by hunters until wounded and killed. FOLK ART, CRAFTS, AND HOBBIES Like other Nilotes, the Shilluk entertain themselves with public and private discourse which can include folklore. Expressions of folk arts are in jewelry, clay sculpture, hairstyling, and hide-tanning. The gravest structural challenge within traditional Shilluk society is the interregnum between reths. This potentially conflictful time can sometimes spill over into violence. Meanwhile, relations between Dinka and Nuer can involve mutual cattle-raiding which can evolve into wider conflicts. During the current war in the southern Sudan, these ethnic groups sometimes spend as much time quarreling among themselves as against their perceived common enemies in the Afro-Arab northern Sudan. Among the greatest present social problems are regional development and security, as well as the prejudicial attitude of some northern Sudanese towards southerners. Many post-colonial governments in Khartoum have pursued military rather than political solutions for national integration, and the Shilluk have long occupied a main river route connecting these conflicting regions. The economic development of the Shilluk and their survival from famine, relocation, and military operations have been major concerns. Traditionally Shilluk culture was markedly patriarchal and paternalistic as the ruling positions were dominated by men, although it is reputed that in the mid-17th century one reth, Abudok nya Bwoc, was a woman. Also, in such cases woman-to-woman marriage was rare but possible. However, at present after many years of regional civil war between Arab northerners and southern Nilotics there have were many instances of gender violence such as rape and assault. Generally the Shilluk managed to be somewhat less involved in the main battlefields and contests for power, with some important exceptions in contests for political and military leadership. As a result of the historic Comprehensive Peace Accord of 2005, the southern Shilluk women were more empowered to address gender roles and improved the position of women in general and address some specific matters in education and in HIV/AIDS education. Thus traditional social values are intact, but are being negotiated more substantially than previously. The prominent Shilluk national leaders such as Pagan Amum Okech, Lam Akol Ajawin, and Peter Adwok Nyaba are also oriented to progressive and more secular models of cultural transformation that have helped to improve the position of Shilluk women. Dugmore, A. Radclyffe. The Vast Sudan. New York: Frederick A. Stokes Co., 1924. Evans-Pritchard, E. E., “The Divine Kingship of the Shilluk of the Nilotic Sudan” [based on his Frazer lecture in 1948]. In Essays in Social Anthropology, Glencoe, NY: Free Press, 1962. Giffen, J. Kelly. The Anglo-Egyptian Sudan. London: F. H. Revell, 1905. Grotanelli, V. L. “Pre-Niloti.” In Annales Lateranensi, 12 (1948): 282–326. Howell, P. P. “The Shilluk Settlement.” In Sudan Notes and Records, 24 (1941): 47–67. Howell, P. P., and W. P. G. Th omson. “The Death of a Reth of the Shilluk and the Installation of His Successor.” In Sudan Notes and Records, (1946). Murdock, George P. Africa, Its Peoples and Their Culture History. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1959. Pumphrey, M. E. C. “The Shilluk Tribe.” In Sudan Notes and Records, 24 (1941): 1–45. Roberts, D. F., E. W. Ikin, and A. E. Mourant. “Blood Groups of the Northern Nilotes.” In Annnals of Human Genetics 20 (1955): 135–154. Roberts, D. F., and D. R. Bainbridge. “Nilotic Physique. “In American Journal of Physical Anthropology, 21 (1963): 341–70. Roberts, Edward, ed. The Shilluk. In Disappearing World videotape series. Granada, 1976. Toniolo, Elias, and Richard Hill, ed. The Opening of the Nile Basin, 1842–1881. New York: Barnes and Noble, 1975. —by R. Lobban, Jr. The Shilluk are the most northern Nilotic-speaking people in modern Africa. Shilluk country covers approximately 320 kilometers on the west bank of the White Nile, from 10° to 12° N and from 30° to 33° E. Shilluk oral traditions, however, indicate that at some time in the past their country reached to the confluence of the Blue and White Niles, the site of the modern city of Khartoum. At the time of the last official census (1956), the Shilluk were estimated to number 120,000 individuals. Most of Shilluk country is open savanna and free from the annual floods of the White Nile. The Shilluk language is most closely related to Anuak. Together, the two languages comprise a subfamily of the larger classification of Nilotic, which is spoken by different cultural groups throughout eastern Africa. History and Cultural Relations Considerable controversy surrounds the topic of the history and origins of the Shilluk. Indeed, the "origin" and history of all of the Nilotic peoples of the southern Sudan remains an enigma in the field of African prehistory. According to Shilluk oral traditions, the early descendants of these people began to migrate into their present country some three to four hundred years before the present. The quasi-mythical or epic leader of the first settlement is known as Nyikang, an individual with both divine and secular powers. At one time, Nyikang and his brother Gilo had a disagreement, and, as a result, Gilo and his supporters separated to migrate south and east. Like Nyikang for the Shilluk, Gilo is now cited as the culture hero and founder of the Anuak. Anthropologists posit that, before they arrived in their present country, the Shilluk practiced a nomadic form of pastoralism. As they eventually spread out and settled in more permanent communities, a horticultural mode of livelihood eventually replaced their primary dependence on cattle. The distribution of Shilluk communities has been likened to beads on a string, spread out on the banks of the White Nile, the one separated from the next by a distance of from 180 meters to 1.5 kilometers. Settlements range in size from hamlets made up of the mud and thatched-roof huts of a few families to villages of some one hundred families. At roughly the center of Shilluk country is the village of Pachoda, the residence of each succeeding Shilluk "king" (see "Sociopolitical Organization"). Population densities in Shilluk country exceed all others among the Nilotic-speaking peoples of the southern Sudan. Each hamlet is formed around a cluster of patrilineal kin who claim membership in a common clan. Individual clans are dispersed widely throughout Shilluk country. Postmarital residence is patrilocal, and each homestead within a hamlet consists of a hut for each adult man as well as a separate dwelling for each of his wives. The Shilluk keep small herds of cattle, in addition to larger flocks of sheep and goats. Cattle are normally used for food only in the context of ritual and ceremonial occasions. In the evening, the cattle are tethered around dung fires in an effort to lessen the adverse effects of biting flies and insects. Shilluk aggressively and successfully exploit the rich resources of the White Nile and regularly catch many species of fish with fishing nets and spears. They also hunt hippopotamuses. Less frequently, small hunting parties are organized to pursue antelope, buffalo, and giraffes. Hamlets are surrounded by gardens of millet, maize, and sesame, as well as other species introduced during the twentieth century. The Shilluk also cultivate tobacco for personal use and for sale. Herding, hunting, and spearfishing are primarily male activities; women traditionally have manufactured cooking utensils, cultivated gardens, and prepared food. The Shilluk are divided into some one hundred patrilineal and exogamous clans. Clans are not localized and have no specific territorial referents. Instead, clans are scattered widely through different hamlets. Conversely, the lineages that comprise clans are conceived of as localized groups. As Wall (1976, 155) notes, the family homesteads (gol) or those of individual lineage members are grouped together to form hamlets of agnatically related kin. A hamlet of this type may include as many as fifty homesteads. Ultimately, these scattered hamlets may form a larger settlement with a clearly defined territory. In each hamlet there is an original or "owner" lineage, called a diel. The Shilluk, like the other Nilotic-speaking peoples of southern Sudan, have a system of relationship terminology that is commonly known as "descriptive." Legal marital unions are established by the exchange of bride-wealth cattle, which pass from the agnatic kin of the groom to the adult members of the bride's family. A man is commonly 25 years old before his first marriage, whereas it is customary for a young woman marry before she reaches the end of her teen years. A wedding feast in the bride's father's homestead follows the exchange of bride-wealth cattle. At the end of these festivities, the bride and groom return to establish their own homestead in the hamlet of the groom's father. It is reported that a mock battle is enacted between the groom's and the bride's kin, once the last of the promised bride-wealth cattle are given. The ideal number of bride-wealth cattle should amount to at least ten animals, including cows, oxen, and a bull. In addition, the bride's family expects to receive diek nom, a number of sheep, as well as jam nom, gifts of spears and other goods. The latter gifts belong to the parents of the bride, but the sheep are distributed among the bride's agnatic kin. When a wife is pregnant for the first time, it is customary for her to return to her natal village to give birth. At the hamlet level, the primary political figures of traditional life were settlement "chiefs," who, ideally, were nominated from the diel, or founding lineage. The position of village "chief is subject to the approval of the reth, or "king," of the Shilluk. All Shilluk settlements collectively comprise a dual division of Shillukland, between Luak in the south and Ger in the north. The reth of the Shilluk is a living symbol of the unity of Shilluk history, culture, and polity, and each succeeding reth is thought to be possessed by the spirit of Nyikang, the Shilluk culture hero and first king. Nyikang is intimately associated with the spirit the Shilluk call "Juok," and, in consequence, each reth is though to be an incarnation of the past within the world of the present. Because of this association between a spiritual power and a mortal human being, the Shilluk reth has sometimes been referred to as a "divine king." The selection and the installation of a new reth are woven in a complex web of ritual and symbolism. Modern anthropologists still do not agree on the process through which a reth was selected in precolonial days. It is certain that the final candidate to become a new reth had to be approved by both northern and southern Shilluk. Civil war would erupt unless unanimous agreement was achieved. Evans-Pritchard (1948) suggested that the reth of the Shilluk reigned but did not rule. What he meant was that the reth was the incarnation of a sacred order of an ideal Shilluk society. His "kingly" status derived from sacred authority rather than secular power. The present reth of the Shilluk is the thirty-first in succession since the origin of Shilluk polity. His status and authority have been transformed in the twentieth century, first by British colonial policy in Sudan and second by the strictures created by the independent government of Sudan. Shilluk religious concepts are drawn into relief by an emphasis on the creator-god or divinity known as Juok (a common Nilotic term for a spiritual power), the veneration of Nyikang through the persons who become kings, and the recognition of the ways in which the spirits of the deceased can affect those who survive them. Juok is a ubiquitous spirit, a phenomenon manifest in all places and at all times. Juok can be addressed through sacrifice of cattle, goats, and sheep. Juok is also strongly associated in Shilluk thought with the river spirit that first gave birth to Nyikang. Most Western depictions of Shilluk religion have been colored by nineteenth-century visions of "primitive religion." The Shilluk figured prominently in evolutionary schemes put forward to depict the course of religious evolution. Ironically, although the Shilluk have become well known in the anthropological literature, no prolonged research has been carried out by a trained observer in their settlements. Thus, much of what has been written about the Shilluk relies upon data that were collected in an inconsistent manner in the early twentieth century. Arens, W. (1979). "The Divine Kingship of the Shilluk: A Contemporary Reevaluation." Ethnos 44:167-181. Evans-Pritchard, E. E. (1948). The Divine Kingship of the Shilluk. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Lienhardt, R. G. (1954). "The Shilluk of the Upper Nile." In African Worlds, edited by D. Forde, 138-163. London: Oxford University Press. Seligman, C. G., and B. Z. Seligman (1932). Pagan Tribes of the Nilotic Sudan. London: Routledge & Kegan Paul. Wall, L. (1976). "Anuak Politics, Ecology, and the Origins of Shilluk Kingship." Ethnobgy 15:151-162. Westerman, D. (1912). The Shilluk People. Philadelphia: United Presbyterian Church. JOHN W. BURTON Non-Muslim Sudanese people. The Shilluk are a linguistic group belonging to the Western Nilotic subgroup of the Eastern Sudanic branch of the Nilo-Saharan family. They are concentrated along the west bank of the White Nile in southern Sudan. Because Shilluk political organization is centered around the king (reth), the Shilluk have experienced greater unity than other tribes in the region. Enjoying access to good agricultural land along the Nile, the Shilluk are more settled than other tribes and rely more on cultivation and fishing than on cattle raising. The Shilluk numbered about 150,000 persons according to the 1983 census. Voll, John Obert. Historical Dictionary of the Sudan. Metuchen, NJ: Scarecrow Press, 1978.

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Many were brought to the islands from Africa; this is evident today with the majority of native Caymanians being of African and English descent. The results of the first census taken in the islands in 1802 showed the population on Grand Cayman to be 933 with 545 of those inhabitants being slaves. Slavery was abolished in the Cayman Islands in 1833. At the time of abolition, there were over 950 black slaves of African ancestry owned by 116 white families of English ancestry. The Cayman Islands historically have been a tax-exempt destination. On 8 February 1794, the Caymanians rescued the crews of a group of ten , including HMS , an incident that has since become known as the Wreck of the Ten Sail . The ships had struck a reef and run aground during rough seas. Legend has it that King George III rewarded the island with a promise never to introduce taxes as compensation for their generosity, as one of the ships carried a member of the King's own family. 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Grand Cayman's two "Sister Islands", Cayman Brac and Little Cayman , are about 120 km (75 mi) east north-east of Grand Cayman and have areas of 38 and 28.5 km2 (14.7 and 11.0 sq mi) All three islands were formed by large covering submerged ice age peaks of western extensions of the Cuban Sierra Maestra range and are mostly flat. One notable exception to this is The Bluff on Cayman Brac's eastern part, which rises to 43 m (141 ft) above sea level, the highest point on the islands. Among other notable fauna is the endangered , which is endemic to Grand Cayman. On 11 and 12 September 2004, struck the Cayman Islands. The storm resulted in two deaths, and caused great damage to the infrastructure on the islands. The total economic impact of the storms was estimated to be $3.4 billion. The Cayman Islands have more registered businesses than people. In mid-2011 the Cayman Islands had an estimated population of about 56,000, representing a mix of more than 100 nationalities. 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The next day, the Cayman Island Financial Services Association submitted an open letter to the president detailing the Cayman Islands' role in international finance and its value to the US financial system. The Cayman Islands have small population and therefore a limited work force. may therefore be granted to foreigners. On average, there have been more than 21,000 foreigners holding valid work permits. To work in the Cayman Islands as a , a work permit is required. This involves passing a police background check and a health check. A prospective immigrant worker will not be granted a permit unless certain medical conditions are present which include testing negative for . A permit may be granted to individuals on special work. A foreigner must first have a job to move to the Cayman Islands. The employer applies and pays for the work permit. Work permits are not granted to foreigners who are in the Cayman Islands (unless it is a renewal). The Cayman Islands Immigration Department requires foreigners to remain out of the country until their work permit has been approved. The Cayman Islands presently imposes a controversial "rollover" in relation to workers who require a work permit. Non-Caymanians are only permitted to reside and work within the territory for a maximum of seven years unless they satisfy the criteria of key employees. Non-Caymanians who are 'rolled over' may return to work additional 7-year periods subject to a 1-year gap between their periods of work. The policy has been the subject of some controversy within the press. Law firms have been particularly upset by the recruitment difficulties that it has caused. Other less well remunerated employment sectors have been affected as well. Concerns about safety have been expressed by diving instructors and realtors have also expressed concerns. Others support the rollover as necessary to protect Caymanian identity in the face of large immigration of expatriate workers. Concerns have been expressed that in the long term, the policy may damage the preeminence of the Cayman Islands as an offshore financial centre by making it difficult to recruit and retain experienced staff from onshore financial centres. Government employees are no longer exempt from this "rollover" policy according to this report in a local newspaper. The governor has used his constitutional powers, which give him absolute control for the disposition of civil service employees to determine which expatriate civil servants are dismissed after seven years service and which are not. This policy is incorporated in the Immigration Law (2003 revision), written by the United Democratic Party government, and subsequently enforced by the People's Progressive Movement Party government. Both governments agree to the term limits on foreign workers, and the majority of Caymanians also agree it is necessary to protect local culture and heritage from being eroded by a large number of foreigners gaining residency and citizenship. is appointed by the Queen of the United Kingdom on the advice of the British Government to represent the monarch. Governors can exercise complete legislative and executive authority if they wish through blanket powers reserved to them in the constitution. Bills which have passed the Legislative Assembly require Royal Assent before becoming effective. The Constitution empowers the Governor to withhold Royal Assent in cases where the legislation appears to him or her to be repugnant to or inconsistent with the Constitution or affects the rights and privileges of the Legislative Assembly or the Royal Prerogative, or matters reserved to the Governor by article 55. The executive authority of the Cayman Islands is vested in the Queen and is exercised by the Government, consisting of the Governor and the Cabinet. There is an office of the Deputy Governor, who must be a Caymanian and have served in a senior public office. The Deputy Governor is the Acting Governor when the office of Governor is vacant, or the Governor is not able to discharge his duties or is absent from the Cayman Islands. The current Governor of the Cayman Islands is Her Excellency , and the current Deputy Governor is Franz Manderson, The Cabinet is composed of two official members and seven elected members, called ministers; one of whom is designated The official members are the and the Attorney General . They are appointed by the governor in accordance with Her Majesty's instructions, and although they have seats in the Legislative Assembly, under the 2009 Constitution, they do not vote. The seven ministers are voted into office by the 18 elected members of the Legislative Assembly of the Cayman Islands . One of the ministers, the leader of the majority political party, is appointed premier by the governor. After consulting the premier, the governor allocates a portfolio of responsibilities to each Cabinet member. Under the principle of collective responsibility, all ministers are obliged to support in the Assembly any measures approved by Cabinet. Almost 80 departments, sections and units carry out the business of government, joined by a number of statutory boards and authorities set up for specific purposes, such as the Port Authority, the Civil Aviation Authority, the Immigration Board, the Water Authority, the University College Board of Governors, the National Pensions Board and the Health Insurance Commission. The defence of the Cayman Islands is the responsibility of the United Kingdom. Law enforcement in the country is provided chiefly by the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service and the Cayman Islands Customs Department. These two agencies co-operate in aspects of law enforcement, including their joint marine unit Cayman Islands Cadet Corps was formed in March 2001 and carries out military-type training with teenage citizens of the country. No direct taxation is imposed on residents and Cayman Islands companies. The government receives the majority of its income from indirect taxation. Duty is levied against most imported goods, which is typically in the range of 22% to 25%. Some items are exempted, such as baby formula, books, cameras and certain items are taxed at 5%. Duty on automobiles depends on their value. The duty can amount to 29.5% up to $20,000.00 KYD CIF (cost, insurance and freight) and up to 42% over $30,000.00 KYD CIF for expensive models. The government charges flat licensing fees on financial institutions that operate in the islands and there are work permit fees on foreign labour. A 13% government tax is placed on all tourist accommodations in addition to US$25.00 airport departure tax which is built into the cost of an airline ticket. There are no taxes on corporate profits, capital gains, or personal income. There are no estate or death inheritance taxes payable on Cayman Islands real estate or other assets held in the Cayman Islands. Foreign policy is controlled by the United Kingdom, as the islands remain an overseas territory of the United Kingdom. Although in its early days, the Cayman Islands' most important relationships were with Britain and , in recent years, as a result of economic dependence, a relationship with the Though the Cayman Islands are involved in no major international disputes, they have come under some criticism due to the use of their territory for narcotics trafficking and . In an attempt to address this, the government entered into the Narcotics Agreement of 1984 and the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty of 1986 with the United States, to reduce the use of their facilities associated with these activities. In more recent years, they have stepped up the fight against money laundering, by limiting banking secrecy, introducing requirements for customer identification and record keeping, and requiring banks to co-operate with foreign investigators. Due to their status as an overseas territory of the UK, the Cayman Islands have no representation either in the or in most other international organisations. However, the Cayman Islands still participates in some international organisations, being an associate member of Caricom , and a member of a sub-bureau of The defence and internal security of the Cayman Islands is the responsibility of the United Kingdom. George Town is the port capital of Grand Cayman. There are no berthing facilities for cruise ships, but up to 4 cruise ships can anchor in designated anchorages. There are three cruise terminals in George Town, the North, South, and Royal Water Terminals. The ride from the ship to the terminal is about 5 minutes. Cayman Islands Education Department operates state schools. Caymanian children are entitled to free primary and secondary education. Various churches and private foundations operate several private schools, including the Cayman International School (CIS) located in Camana Bay. The Cayman Islands Civil Service College , a unit of Cayman Islands government organised under the Portfolio of the Civil Service, is in Grand Cayman. Co-situated with University College of the Cayman Islands, it offers both degree programs and continuing education units of various sorts. The college opened in 2007 and is also used as a government research centre. There are three hospitals in the Cayman Islands. Grand Cayman is home to the private Chrissie Tomlinson Memorial Hospital and the public Cayman Islands Hospital (commonly known as the George Town Hospital); Faith Hospital is on Cayman Brac. In 2007, a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) unit was installed at the Chrissie Tomlinson Memorial Hospital, replacing the one destroyed by Hurricane Ivan in 2004. In 2009, a stand-alone open MRI facility was opened. This centre provides MRI, CT, X-Ray and DEXA (Bone density) scanning. Also housed in this building is the Heart Health Centre, which provides ultrasound, nuclear medicine, echocardiography and cardiac stress testing For divers and others in need of hyperbaric oxygen therapy , there is a two-person at the Cayman Islands Hospital on Grand Cayman, run by Cayman Hyperbaric Services. Hyperbaric Services has also built a hyperbaric unit at Faith Hospital in Cayman Brac. In 2003, the Cayman Islands became the first country in the world to mandate health insurance for all residents. The Cayman Islands Fire Service provides fire prevention, fire fighting and rescue. Department headquarters are in George Town and has substations in Frank Sound, West Bay, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. Emergency Medical Services are provided by paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians using ambulances based in George Town, West Bay and North Side in Grand Cayman and in Cayman Brac. EMS is managed by the Government's Health Services Authority. Access to Emergency Services is available using 9-1-1, the Emergency telephone number , the same number as is used in and the United States. The Cayman Islands Department of Public Safety's Communications Centre processes 9-1-1 and non-emergency law enforcement, EMS, fire, and Search and Rescue calls for all three islands. The Communications Centre dispatches RCIP and EMS units directly however, the Cayman Islands Fire Service maintains their own dispatch room at the airport fire station. Truman Bodden Sports Complex is a multi-use complex in George Town. The complex is separated into an outdoor, six-lane 25-metre (82 ft) swimming pool, full purpose track and field and basketball/netball courts. The field surrounded by the track is used for association football matches as well as other field sports. The track stadium holds 3,000 people. Squash is popular in the Cayman Islands with a vibrant community of mostly ex-pats playing out of the 7 court South Sound Squash Club. In addition, the women's professional squash association hosts one of their major events each year in an all glass court being set up in Camana Bay. In December 2012, the former Cayman Open will be replaced by the Women's World Championships, the largest tournament in the world. The top Cayman men's player, Cameron Stafford is No. 2 in the Caribbean and ranked top 200 on the men's professional circuit. In the 21st century, skateboarding has become popular among the youth. In February 2010, the first purpose built track for in the Cayman Islands was opened. Corporate karting Leagues at the track have involved widespread participation with 20 local companies and 227 drivers taking part in the 2010 Summer Corporate Karting League. Cayman National Cultural Foundation manages the F.J. Harquail Cultural Centre and the US$4 million Harquail Theatre. The Cayman National Cultural Foundation, established in 1984, helps to preserve and promote Cayman folk music, including the organisation of festivals such as Cayman Islands International Storytelling Festival, the Cayman JazzFest, Seafarers Festival and Cayfest. There are two print newspapers currently in circulation throughout the islands: the Caymanian Compass and Cayman Net News. The primary online news services are Cayman News Service and the Cayman Compass online edition. A local television station, CITN – Cayman 27, shows Cayman Islands news. Local radio stations are broadcast throughout the islands. Feature films that have been filmed in the Cayman Islands include: and Zombie Driftwood - Jeffrey Webb, President and FIFA - Gladwyn K. Bush, Folk artist. - McKeeva Bush, Politician. - Selita Ebanks, Fashion model. - Kenneth Dart, Businessman. - Frank E. Flowers, Filmmaker, director and screenwriter. - Ronald Forbes, Olympic athlete. - Brett Fraser, Olympic athlete. - Shaune Fraser, Olympic athlete. - Jason Gilbert, record producer and songwriter. - Tigerlily Hill, fashion designer and celebrity wardrobe stylist. - Kemar Hyman, Olympic athlete. - Edison Mclean, First Caymanian gold medalist in Olympic Skeet, Island Games. - Cydonie Mothersille, track and field gold-medal athlete and Olympian. - Bernard K. Passman, Jeweller, founded his business on Grand Cayman in 1975. - Lee Ramoon, footballer. - Kareem Streete-Thompson, Olympic athlete. - Kurt Tibbetts, politician. - Tanya Streeter, free-diver. - Dow Travers, Olympic athlete. - Grace Gealey, Actor. 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Alexander entered Egypt late in 332, facing no opposition from the inhabitants or from the Persian satrap Mazaces, who had too few soldiers to attempt any resistance. This was the first of the major Near Eastern kingdoms to come under his control, with a system of government that had its roots in over two-and-a-half millennia of Pharaonic rule. The popular image of Egypt as an unchanging civilization should not, however, be exaggerated: the centuries before Alexander’s arrival had seen many changes of rule since the end of the imperial period of the Late Bronze Age New Kingdom. The end of the New Kingdom had been followed by four centuries of the ‘Third Intermediate Period’ (1069–664), when the kingdom had been disunited and ultimately conquered by the Assyrians. Following that, Dynasty XXVI (664–525) had ruled Egypt until the Persian invasion under Cambyses, which had led to 120 years of Achaemenid rule. Egypt broke away from the Persian empire in 404, but was reconquered sixty years later, only twelve years before Alexander’s arrival. The conflicts which led to these transfers of power left their mark on Egyptian society. Nonetheless rulers would adopt the practices and forms of representation used by their successful predecessors, as they attempted to confirm their authority, and so maintain the appearance of continuity. For the surviving Alexander historians two events are of crucial importance in Alexander’s time in Egypt: the foundation of the city of Alexandria and the visit to the oracle of Amun at Siwa. Arrian introduces his accounts of both these episodes saying that Alexander was seized by pothos, that is, overwhelming desire: these are actions driven by his own personal emotions rather than from any practical considerations. This interpretation has been largely followed in recent scholarship. The ancient writers disagree about the relative chronology of the two events, and this may add to a suspicion that one of them, the story of the foundation of Alexandria, is not all that it seems. In the period of the Roman empire Alexandria, on the Egyptian coast at the western edge of the Nile Delta, was one of the most important cities in the world. Already by the end of the 3rd century BCE it had grown through trade to become the largest city in the world, and in antiquity only Rome ever grew larger. It was a great centre of trade and a crucial point of contact between the Mediterranean world and the East. The Library at Alexandria gathered together all of Greek literature, and became a centre of science and scholarship. It was at Alexandria, about a century after the death of Alexander, that the first calculations of the circumference of the earth were made; the Jewish Bible was also translated into Greek there in the 3rd century, and it was mainly through this translation, known as the Septuagint, that the Hebrew biblical texts were known to early Christian writers. All the ancient Alexander historians emphasize Alexander’s personal involvement in the construction of Alexandria, suggesting that he determined where it would be built (after receiving advice in a dream, according to Plutarch) and how the walls and the major public buildings would be laid out. They also all provide versions of a prophetic story about the foundation. They say that the outline of the city was marked out using barley grains (either because this was the normal Macedonian practice, or because no chalk was available); and then, according to some versions, birds flocked down and ate the barley. The use of barley was interpreted to mean that the city was destined to grow rich from the fruits of the earth, but in the versions involving the birds, their arrival was taken to predict the fact that people would come to Alexandria from far and wide to settle. How much, if anything, of these accounts can be trusted? The answer is that possibly none of it can be. After Alexander’s death his body was sent west from Babylon for burial in Macedonia. En route it was captured by Ptolemy and brought to Egypt, where it was entombed in Memphis, not Alexandria. Memphis remained the administrative centre of Egypt under Ptolemy, who had taken control of Egypt as satrap on Alexander’s death, until at least 311. In a document he composed in that year, known as the ‘Satrap Stele’ written in Egyptian, Ptolemy states that he moved to ‘the Fortress of King Alexander, formerly known as Rakotis, on the shore of the Greek sea’. This event, 12 years after Alexander’s death, and 20 years after he left Egypt, may mark the real beginning of Alexandria. Ptolemy proclaimed himself king in 304, and it is probably only after that point that the city began to become a major cultural centre. Its most famous buildings, the library and museum, are usually associated with Ptolemy’s son and successor Ptolemy II Philadelphus (283–246). It is not clear from the text of the Satrap Stele whether the site was named ‘the Fortress of King Alexander’ before Ptolemy I moved there or whether it still had the Egyptian name Rakotis. Archaeology has provided little information about the earliest history of the site, since the ancient city is buried beneath the modern city and the sea, although excavation is ongoing, and something may emerge in the future. At the moment there is little contemporary evidence to support the idea that Alexander himself was responsible for much of what was to become the most important city to bear his name. As his campaign took him into eastern Iran, Afghanistan, and beyond, Alexander did start to create settlements, usually named Alexandria, including what is now Kandahar in Afghanistan. Plutarch, in his essay ‘On the Virtue and Fortune of Alexander the Great’, suggests that Alexander founded more than 70 cities, and claimed that his purpose in doing so was to spread Greek culture and learning among the ‘barbarians’. The number is probably an exaggeration, but at least 20 settlements named Alexandria are known from inscriptions and written accounts. Not all of these have been securely located, and some, like Alexandria Troas near Troy, previously named Antigonia Troas after its founder Antigonus the One-Eyed, were given their name by later rulers. Some were refoundations of previously existing settlements, and others were new creations. Excavations at Ai-Khanoum in northeastern Afghanistan, which is thought to be the site of Alexandria-on-the-Oxus, have revealed a Greek theatre and temples, built some decades after Alexander’s time, but Plutarch’s idea that his foundations were intended as cultural centres is unrealistic. These settlements were mostly little more than fortresses, occupied by veteran Macedonian soldiers prepared to start a new life in Asia, supported perhaps by local inhabitants brought in from surrounding villages. These were not intended to be major commercial centres but points of control in regions where there was a danger of insurrection. When compared with all the other Alexandrias, the idea of Alexander deliberately created a new commercial city in Egypt seems out of place. It is possible that he might have wanted to leave a garrison fort there, and that this is what Ptolemy is referring to in the Satrap Stele, but the site of Alexandria is not an obvious one for a military settlement. The stories of the omens surrounding the foundation of the city are above all reflections of its future success: the greater the fortune of the city, the more incentive there was to associate it with Alexander himself. Three of the early histories of Alexander had their origins in the city: Ptolemy, whose history is the main source for Arrian, Cleitarchus, whose work lies behind Diodorus and Curtius, and the so-called Alexander Romance, the fanciful popularizing account of Alexander’s career that is known from versions from the 3rd century CE and afterwards, but which had its origins in the 3rd century BCE. Ptolemy in particular associated himself with Alexander, as we have seen, putting Alexander’s head on his coins, and to credit Alexander with the founding of his royal city would assist him in this. Other authors would have no reason not to promulgate a version of the facts that raised the status of their own city. Older Greek cities claimed mythical heroes as their founders, and Alexander the Great was a hero worth claiming as founder by the Alexandrians, but the stories that Alexander did personally found the city belong more to legend than to history. The oracle of Amun The Egyptian episode that receives the most attention in the surviving histories is Alexander’s visit to the temple of Amun in the Siwa oasis in the Libyan desert. In addition to the accounts in Diodorus, Curtius, Plutarch, Arrian, and Justin, we have much of what Alexander’s court historian Callisthenes wrote, as reported by the geographer Strabo, who wrote under the emperor Augustus, that is, a little later than Diodorus. Modern scholars have followed the ancient sources in seeing Alexander’s encounter with the oracle as a turning point in his understanding of himself. As with other cases of Alexander’s involvement with religion, however, the evidence is complex and confused. The principal temple at Siwa was built in the reign of the pharaoh Amasis (570–526) for the god Amun, whose main centre of cult was at Thebes. At Thebes the oracle of Amun functioned in the traditional way of Egyptian oracles. At major festivals the image of the god would be carried in procession in his sacred boat, on the shoulders of eight priests. Those who wished to consult the god could ask their question as the god approached. If the god ‘nodded’ to them, that is if the cult image swayed towards them as it was being carried along, this would be taken as a positive answer, but if it swayed away from the enquirer it would indicate a negative response. Another method of questioning would be to place two alternative written statements along the path the god was travelling, and whichever of the two the god swayed towards would be taken to represent his decision. At Siwa the oracle operated in the same way. When Alexander visited the sanctuary the processional way led from the principal temple to a second smaller temple, built by Nectanebo II, and it was along this route that the cult image would have been carried. Since the oracle was in existence before the time of Nectanebo, his temple must have been constructed to increase the monumentality of the existing processional route. From the time of the creation of the temple under Amasis, Siwa was visited by sacred ambassadors (theoroi) from the Greek city of Cyrene (near modern Benghazi), and Amun received cult in Cyrene under the name of Ammon or Zeus Ammon. He was depicted as a man with ram’s horns, reflecting the Egyptian practice of representing Amun with a ram’s head. Herodotus reports a consultation of the oracle by the Lydian king Croesus, which, if the report is accurate, would have taken place early in its history. Ammon was recognized in the Aegean in the 5th century, and in the early 4th century inscriptions indicate that the Athenians sent theoroi to the temple. But while the temple had some prestige in the Greek world, it was very much on the edge of Egyptian territory, and had far less prestige than Amun’s much older temples in upper Egypt. It is unlikely therefore that Alexander visited it to impress the Egyptians, and the ancient writers do not describe the visit in those terms. It would make more sense to link Alexander’s visit with his interest in establishing his authority over the Greek cities of Cyrenaica, which had come under Persian control in the time of Darius I, but had been left free from external control after the revolt of Egypt in 404. Callisthenes claims that Alexander wanted to visit the oracle in emulation of his ancestors Perseus and Heracles, although there is no suggestion in earlier writers that these heroes did go to Siwa. Herodotus, who visited the oracle himself, and who tells stories ofHeracles’ adventures in Egypt, tells how the hero went to visit the temple of his father Zeus at Thebes, and how Zeus, in order to prevent Heracles from seeing him as he was, wore a ram’s head as disguise. But he says nothing about Heracles going to Siwa. Arrian, whose whole account appears based on Callisthenes (possibly by way of Ptolemy’s history), gives the same explanation, but adds that Alexander wanted to find out about his genesis, that is his birth or his origins. Neither Callisthenes nor Arrian says what it was that Alexander asked the god. Of the other narratives only Justin offers an explanation of why he wanted to consult the oracle, elaborating the story that he wanted to know about his birth, but all four other authors do give a fuller account of Alexander’s conversation with the priest—even if not a reliable one. Ancient historians are often vague about the role of translators in encounters between foreigners. When Alexander visited Siwa it is unclear in what languages the various parties spoke. Plutarch, who several times in his Life of Alexander identifies linguistic jokes and puns, presents the Egyptian officials as speaking Greek, but doing so poorly: he suggests that the priest of Amun may accidentally have addressed Alexander as Pai Dios (Son of Zeus), because he was trying to say paidion (child). It would be, for Plutarch, a clever accidental omen, but none of the other writers describes the events in this way. They give the impression that all communication was direct, and could be interpreted in straightforward Greek terms. It is unlikely that Alexander understood Egyptian. It is possible that the priest of Amun understood Greek, since there was an established pattern of Greeks visiting the oracle. However, it is certain that Alexander will have been accompanied by interpreters, so that he will have known precisely what was being said. It is also likely that he will have been recognized as Pharaoh, or at least as the man soon to be crowned as Pharaoh, and therefore addressed with the formality that his office required. This is significant because the ancient writers claim that when he first arrived at Siwa the priest of Amun addressed Alexander as son of the god (Diodorus), or specifically of Zeus (Callisthenes and Plutarch), Jupiter (Curtius), or Hammon (Justin). According to Diodorus, Curtius, and Justin, Alexander responded to this by saying that he would from this point on call himself by this title—suggesting that this was the beginning of a process that would end up by alienating Alexander from his men, because he was denying that Philip was his father. As we will see, however, Alexander’s titles in Egypt, following Egyptian tradition, included the name ‘Son of Re’; for him to be addressed as such by an Egyptian (or Libyan) priest will have been protocol, not revelation. The more elaborate descriptions of Alexander’s visit are generally thought to derive from the work of Cleitarchus, who was not an eyewitness to the visit, but, writing in Egypt, did understand how Egyptian oracles functioned: we are given slightly confused, but essentially authentic, descriptions of the statue being carried in its boat on the shoulders of the priests. But stories about the consultation of oracles in ancient historical narratives tend to conform to certain patterns, and the readers of the Alexander historians will have expected a spoken exchange between enquirer and priest, as was the pattern at the most famous Greek oracle, Delphi (although Delphi was notorious for the obscurity of its responses). The consultation of an oracle that responded solely by the movements of a statue would have been less easy to dramatize. As a result we are given a story that is not compatible with what we know about how Egyptian oracles functioned. Some scholars, including the excavators at Siwa, have attempted to reconcile the accounts by postulating a separate ‘Royal Oracle’ that was closer to the Greek model, but this is not compelling, and it makes more sense to allow the historians some dramatic licence in their retelling. These writers claim that Alexander asked two questions: whether his father’s murderers had been punished and whether he would rule the world. The first of these seems designed in these accounts to reinforce the notion that Alexander had accepted divine paternity, as the oracle is said to have responded that his father could not be harmed by mortals (but that Philip’s killers had been avenged). The second question received a positive response, and we will consider the implications of this later. Stories about the consultation of oracles are common in Greek literature. The oracle of Delphi plays a major role in Herodotus’ History, the first work of history to be written and one of the most influential. Oracular consultations feature prominently in many of Plutarch’s Lives, and he wrote a series of essays about Greek oracles. It is therefore not surprising that the expedition to the oracle at Siwa is given a lot of attention in the narratives of the Greek and Roman Alexander historians. It demonstrated the involvement of the gods in Alexander’s achievements, and revealed his greatness through the responses that the oracle gave. These confirmations of the nature of Alexander were important for the readers of those narratives, but the Egyptians themselves had other ways of making clear Alexander’s significance and his relationship with the gods, above all by recognizing him as Pharaoh. If we read the Greek and Roman histories with an understanding of what the Egyptians would have wanted from a new ruler, we can see that Alexander was able to live up to their expectations. Memphis, at the apex of the Nile Delta, the royal centre of Lower Egypt, was the administrative centre of Egypt in this period, and that is where Alexander went first. The normal rituals associated with the accession of a new pharaoh would start with the ceremonial proclamation of his royal names, and this would be followed by the pharaoh-to-be travelling to the major temples of the kingdom on a royal barge, a journey known as ‘The Creation of Order in all Provinces’. All the kingdom’s officials would be expected to renew their oaths of office, and foreign allies to renew their alliances at this time. The process ended with the coronation itself in Memphis, which would ideally take place at the time of the Egyptian New Year festival in June. None of the surviving authors actually describes Alexander’s coronation, but they do refer to the occasions when the various rituals would have taken place. Arrian mentions two festivals at Memphis, one on Alexander’s arrival and one shortly before his departure. Curtius says that from Memphis Alexander travelled up-river, presumably by boat, and he also reports a tragic incident when a young Macedonian noble drowned after the boat he was in capsized while it was attempting to catch up with Alexander. Arrian also describes Alexander receiving embassies and distributing offices while he was at Memphis before his departure. The reluctance of the Greek and Roman authors to mention an actual coronation is significant. The same reluctance occurs in their accounts of Alexander’s time in Babylon, where it is certain that he was enthroned as king, and at Susa, where it is highly likely. In part this may be a result of the authors’ chosen narrative structure. They all, to a greater or lesser extent, present Alexander as being gradually corrupted by contact with the ‘East’: he is depicted as becoming increasingly interested in ‘barbarian’ practices and losing control over himself. This is a theme that we will consider elsewhere, but it is a storyline that would be weakened if Alexander were seen to be adopting the practices of the peoples he conquered too early in the journey. Egypt had many temples, and work on restoring or extending them was one of the activities expected of a pharaoh. Two of the last native Egyptian rulers, Nectanebo I (380–362) and Nectanebo II (360–343), had been energetic in their building works, and it is likely that a number of works had been started by Nectanebo II but left unfinished when the Persians regained control of Egypt after its period of independence from them (404–343). Egyptian evidence indicates that Alexander was ready to follow in the tradition of temple-restoration. At the great temple of Amun-Re at Luxor, near the ancient royal city of Upper Egypt, Thebes, Alexander is depicted on the walls of the ‘chapel of the barque’, which he is credited with restoring. In a sequence of reliefs in the traditional Egyptian style, Alexander is depicted dressed as pharaoh, facing the god Amun-Re. The accompanying texts identify him as ‘King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Lord of the Two Lands, Setepenre Meryamun (Beloved of Amun, Chosen of Re), son of Re, possessor of the crowns, Alexander’ (Figure 5). This is the standard form of address for a pharaoh, and the inscribed texts note that he has carried out the work for his father Amun-Re. The ‘chapel of the barque’ would have contained the cult image of the god, standing in a ceremonial boat. At major festivals the image would have been carried by the temple priests in procession in the boat. In the other great temple of Amun, nearby at Karnak, an inscription announces that Alexander had renovated the chapel of Tuthmosis III (Pharaoh 1475–1429) and once again Alexander is given his full pharaonic titles. Further downriver, at Hermopolis, inscriptions record further restoration work by Alexander. The picture we get from Egyptian monuments is of Alexander following in the footsteps of his predecessors, a picture significantly different, as we have seen, from that presented by the Greek and Roman accounts of his time in Egypt. 5. Alexander the Great (on the right) depicted as pharaoh in the temple of Amenhotep III at Luxor

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The discrepancy model depends on the teacher noticing that the students' achievements are noticeably below what is expected. At which the teacher may make the decision for the student to receive support from a special education specialist. Before doing so, the teacher must show documentation of low academic achievement. The response to intervention model advocates earlier intervention. In the discrepancy model, a student receives special education services for a specific learning difficulty SLD if the student has at least normal intelligence and the student's academic achievement is below what is expected of a student with his or her IQ. Although the discrepancy model has dominated the school system for many years, there has been substantial criticism of this approach e. One reason for criticism is that diagnosing SLDs on the basis of the discrepancy between achievement and IQ does not predict the effectiveness of treatment. Low academic achievers who also have low IQ appear to benefit from treatment just as much as low academic achievers who have normal or high intelligence. The alternative approach, response to intervention , identifies children who are having difficulties in school in their first or second year after starting school. They then receive additional assistance such as participating in a reading remediation program. Exceptional Learners: Introduction to Special Education The response of the children to this intervention then determines whether they are designated as having a learning disability. Those few who still have trouble may then receive designation and further assistance. Sternberg has argued that early remediation can greatly reduce the number of children meeting diagnostic criteria for learning disabilities. He has also suggested that the focus on learning disabilities and the provision of accommodations in school fails to acknowledge that people have a range of strengths and weaknesses and places undue emphasis on academics by insisting that students should be supported in this arena and not in music or sports. Individual needs[ edit ] A special education program should be customized to address each individual student's unique needs. Special educators provide a continuum of services, in which students with various disabilities receive multiple degrees of support based on their individual needs. It is crucial for special education programs to be individualized so that they address the unique combination of needs in a given student. It is a legally binding document. The school must provide everything it promises in the IEP. In the United States, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act IDEA is a federal law that requires that every school system in the nation must provide a free and appropriate public education for every child, ages 3 to 22, regardless of how or how seriously that child may be disabled. Placement, resources, and goals are determined on the basis of the student's needs. Accommodations and Modifications to the regular program may include changes in the curriculum, supplementary aides or equipment, and the provision of specialized physical adaptations that allow students to participate in the educational environment as much as possible. For example, if the assessment determines that the student cannot write by hand because of a physical disability, then the school might provide a computer for typing assignments, or allow the student to answer questions verbally instead. If the school determines that the student is severely distracted by the normal activities in a large, busy classroom, then the student might be placed in a smaller classroom such as a resource room. Parents of students with a learning disability must be aware of what type of disability their child has, so they can get access to accommodations such as speech therapy, occupational therapy and adaptive physical education. For example, if a student takes an academic test and it indicates that the student struggles with reading comprehension, parents can request speech and language support or classroom accommodations, such as extra time to complete reading and writing tasks. These approaches can be broadly grouped into four categories, according to how much contact the student with special needs has with non-disabled students using North American terminology : Inclusion : In this approach, students with special needs spend all, or most of the school day with students who do not have special needs. Due to the fact that inclusion can require substantial modification of the general curriculum, most schools use it only for selected students with mild to moderate special needs, which is accepted as a best practice. Students may occasionally leave the regular classroom to attend smaller, more intensive instructional sessions in a resource room , or to receive other related services that might require specialised equipment or might be disruptive to the rest of the class, such as speech and language therapy , occupational therapy , physical therapy , rehabilitation counseling. They might also leave the regular classroom for services that require privacy, such as counseling sessions with a social worker. Students with special needs are segregated in separate classes exclusively for students with special needs for the rest of the school day. Segregated students may attend the same school where regular classes are provided, but spend all instructional time exclusively in a separate classroom for students with various disabilities. If their special class is located in an ordinary school, they may be provided opportunities for social integration outside the classroom, such as by eating meals with non-disabled students. In the past, most students with special needs have been excluded from school. These students may receive one-on-one instruction or group instruction. Students who have been suspended or expelled are not considered excluded in this sense. A General Education teacher and a Special Education teacher work as partners in instruction. Research-Based Methods- There has been a lot of research done about students with disabilities and the best way to teach them. Testing, IQs, interviews, the discrepancy model, etc. Once that is determined, the next step is the best way for the child to learn. There are plenty of different programs such as the Wilson Reading Program and Direct Instruction Guided by student performance- While the IEP goals may be assessed every few months to a year, constant informal assessments must take place. These assessments will guide instruction for the teacher. The teacher will be able to determine if the material is too difficult or too easy. Special schools may be specifically designed, staffed and resourced to provide appropriate special education for children with additional needs. Students attending special schools generally do not attend any classes in mainstream schools. Special schools provide individualized education, addressing specific needs. Student to teacher ratios are kept low, often or lower depending upon the needs of the children. Special schools will also have other facilities for children with special needs, such as soft play areas, sensory rooms, or swimming pools , which are necessary for treating students with certain conditions. In recent times, places available in special schools are declining as more children with special needs are educated in mainstream schools. However, there will always be some children, whose learning needs cannot be appropriately met in a regular classroom setting and will require specialized education and resources to provide the level of support they require. An example of a disability that may require a student to attend a special school is intellectual disability. However, this practice is often frowned upon by school districts in the US in the light of Least Restrictive Environment as mandated in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. These classrooms are typically staffed by specially trained teachers, who provide specific, individualized instruction to individuals and small groups of students with special needs. Self-contained classrooms, because they are located in a general education school, may have students who remain in the self-contained classroom full-time, or students who are included in certain general education classes. In the United States a part-time alternative that is appropriate for some students is sometimes called a resource room. History of special schools[ edit ] One of the first special schools in the world was the Institut National des Jeunes Aveugles in Paris, which was founded in It was the first school in the world to teach blind students. K, for the Deaf was established in Edinburgh by Thomas Braidwood , with education for visually impaired people beginning in the Edinburgh and Bristol in Education is controlled by the 26 cantons, and so special education programs vary from place to place. In England and Wales the acronym SEN for Special Educational Needs denotes the condition of having special educational needs, the services which provide the support and the programmes and staff which implement the education. SENCO refers to a special educational needs coordinator, who usually works with schools and the children within schools who have special educational needs. The Special Educational Needs Parent Partnership Services help parents with the planning and delivery of their child's educational provision. The Department for Education oversees special education in England. Most students have an individual educational plan, but students may have a group plan in addition to, or instead of, an individual plan. Group plans are used when a group of students all have similar goals. In Scotland the Additional Support Needs Act places an obligation on education authorities to meet the needs of all students in consultation with other agencies and parents. At a young age students who have special needs in Turkey are provided special education from The Ministry of Education , who are responsible in giving them the education that they need. All special-needs students receive an Individualized Education Program BEP that outlines how the school will meet the student's individual needs. Government-run schools provide special education in varying degrees from the least restrictive settings, such as full inclusion, to the most restrictive settings, such as segregation in a special school. The education offered by the school must be appropriate to the student's individual needs. Schools are not required to maximize the student's potential or to provide the best possible services. Unlike most of the developed world, American schools are also required to provide many medical services, such as speech therapy , if the student needs these services. According to the Department of Education, approximately 10 percent of all school-aged children currently receive some type of special education services. As with most countries in the world, students who are poor, ethnic minorities, or do not speak the dominant language fluently are disproportionately identified as needing special education services. Poor, refugies are more likely to have limited resources and to employ inexperienced teachers that do not cope well with student behavior problems, "thereby increasing the number of students they referred to special education. Before , little action was taken to educate children with disabilities in Columbia. Children would be left home without much interaction with the outside world. In , special education was researched across the country and education programs were created. After , people with disabilities were given access to public school classes. While there has been improvement over recent years, there is still slow development for special education programs and special education policy. The history of special education in Colombia can be categorized into three time periods: The period of planning ran from the years to the year The Ministry of Colombia in implemented a national plan for the development of special education called "Plan Nacional para el Desarrollo de la Education Especial". The purposes of the plan was to create a national diagnosis of special education and to initiate programs for individuals with disabilities. In , the Ministry of education put the first law into action to introduce special classes in public schools that include students with disabilities, called Law The most recent development of special education in Colombia was Article 11 of Law , which was passed in The law states that "the Ministry of Education will define the policy and regulate the scheme of education for persons with special educational needs, promoting educational access and quality under a system based on inclusion in the educational services". Education in Canada is the responsibility of the individual provinces and territories. However, inclusion is the dominant model. For major exams, Canadian schools commonly use accommodations, such as specially printed examinations for students with visual impairments, when assessing the achievements of students with special needs. All special-needs students receive an Individualized Education Program IEP that outlines how the school will meet the student's individual needs. According to the Department of Education, approximately 6 million children roughly 10 percent of all school-aged children currently receive some type of special education services. During the s, in some part due to the civil rights movement , some researchers began to study the disparity of education amongst people with disabilities. Board of Education decision, which declared unconstitutional the " separate but equal " arrangements in public schools for students of different races, paved the way for PARC v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Mills vs. Board of Education of District of Columbia , which challenged the segregation of students with special needs. Courts ruled that unnecessary and inappropriate segregation of students with disabilities was unconstitutional. This law required schools to provide services to students previously denied access to an appropriate education. In US government-run schools, the dominant model is inclusion. In the United States, three out of five students with academic learning challenges spend the overwhelming majority of their time in the regular classroom. Journal list menu These conditions involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. Autism is known as a disability that impairs the social interactions and communication skills of a person. People who are autistic tend to think and act differently than others. For students with autism, there are apps called "visual scene displays" that are most helpful for children who are having difficulty with verbal skills, according to Jules Csillag, a speech-language pathologist who focuses on special ed tech. Apps such as SceneSpeak and Speech with Milo help autistic children develop storytelling skills with text-to-speech voice and interactive storybooks. Using apps like these in a classroom can improve autistic student's verbal skills. There are several controversies surrounding the diagnoses and causes of autism. It's now believed that there's no single cause of autism. Research seems to suggest that autism is normally the result of both genetic and environmental influences. If a student has down syndrome , assistive technology can help with their learning experience. Their brains have a late reaction when their neurological system sends a message for any task. Because of this late reaction, they tend to take longer to complete a task than an average students. Down syndrome children tend to have shorter fingers and a lowered thumb making their ability to write more difficult. Also, some of the usual wrist bones are not formed, making it difficult to hold objects. Slanted desks are one type of assisted technology that can aid in the successful ability to write. A three-ring binder can be used to create a slanted desk by turning the binder sideways. Also, students with Down syndrome often try to hold their pencils by anchoring them against the thumb rather than using the tip of their thumb. Shortened pencils or triangular-shaped pencils encourage students to hold them correctly. Using any of these assistive technologies can help down syndrome students during their educational process. Today many people with disabilities are breaking barriers through the use of technology. For some individuals with disabilities, assistive technology is a necessary tool that enables them to engage in or perform many tasks. Integrating technology will allow students to increase their self-confidence, self-motivation, independence and they will also be able to engage in different activities within the school. Not to be confused with remedial education or gifted education. For the American television series episode, see Special Education Glee. For economically disadvantaged children, see Child poverty. Theory and models. Physical Occupational Speech. 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The artwork on this note card was created by 5768 WRJ Art Calendar artist Césan d’Ornellas Levine. This "Focus" section tells us what character attributes to value and how to achieve them. Mark this from The Random House Dictionary, 1987: char-ac-ter 1. the aggregate of features and traits that form the individual nature of some person or thing. 2. one such feature or trait; characteristic. 3. moral or ethical quality. 4. qualities of honesty, courage, or the like; integrity. 5.reputation. 6. good repute. Thus, your character is nothing more-–but also nothing less-–than the sum of traits that define your unique essence, with one significant addition: the term as defined above-–and as used in the "Character" section and in this guide-–always connotes positive, or morally desirable attributes. Further, and as the authors in this section stress, character is essentially an aspiration, a process that points to perfection but never quite gets there because humans are capable of failure and capable of evil. The task is to minimize the influence of your yetzer hara-–the evil inclination--and to maximize the expression of your yetzer tov-–the inclination to good. Character development and achieving moral behavior, both deeply rooted in Jewish teaching, also concern parents and educators generally. In the United States, for example, achieving these goals became a national priority as a result of the No Child Left Behind Act of the U. S. Congress (signed into law January 2002), which included "Skills for Life" among its educational targets. For educators, that means helping students internalize a host of values organized in "Six Pillars of Character" that accord well with Jewish expectations: While the "Focus" articles approach character development from a variety of perspectives, the understandings they share suggest three "Big Ideas" to explore: 1. '13 Ways to Become a Good Person' by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin Citing Torah's view that human nature is morally neutral, Rabbi Telushkin invokes Jewish sources that show us how to control the evil impulse and harness the good. Much of the success in this quest depends on practicing self-awareness, which empowers us to modify behavior appropriately so as to improve character --"the goal of life." Rabbi Telushkin provides thirteen practical ways, drawn from Jewish wisdom, to start on the path to becoming a good person. They emphasize repeating good deeds, surrounding yourself with people who practice goodness and wisdom, placing others before yourself, understanding your place in the larger scheme of things, and becoming aware of your motivations for acting one way or another. Recording your behaviors in a "character journal" can focus your efforts, help you avoid improper choices, and provide a framework for seeing God as the "ultimate biblical model for character building." 2. Sidebar 1: '5 Common Character Weaknesses' by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin. Rabbi Telushkin warns that there is a flip side to building character: the negative character traits that get in the way of achieving the goal. These impediments are easy to recognize because we've often experienced each in some degree. Overcoming the obstacles to character development lies in being aware of your behaviors and in concerted effort to avoid the pitfalls. 3. Sidebar 2: 'Questioning Your Character' by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin Knowing which behaviors are good and which ones are bad is only the beginning of the process of character development. Self-assessment is an essential ingredient. Rabbi Telushkin's 18-item check list challenges you to be honestly introspective about your shortcomings and is an action plan for the hard work needed to become a better person. 4. Sidebar 3: 'Perfection is Not the Goal' by Rabbi Jan Katzew Drawing on Jewish teaching, Rabbi Katzew reminds us that while character development is an essential life goal, it is a never-ending process whose objectives we may never entirely achieve. However, although perfection may always be beyond reach, being good is not, and we are not at liberty to desist from the task of self-improvement. We are capable of change and are obligated to seek a life of ethical balance in which our better self becomes more active than our yetzer hara, a balance that can help us begin to realize our potential as human beings created in the Divine image. In this way we will do "what is right and good in the sight of God." 5. 'I, Jacob' by Peter Pitzele In Pitzele's midrash (moral commentary) on the account of Jacob's encounter with God (Genesis 35:25-32), Jacob considers his troubled life, acknowledges his imperfection-–the limp imposed by his God-wrestling—and reflects on its impact on the rest of his life. Assessing the consequences of his visible handicap, Jacob rehearses his many failures. Never able to escape the sign of his infirmity, Jacob wonders whether his affliction is blessing or curse. Acknowledging that he is less than perfect, Jacob vacillates between bemoaning his fate and accepting his shortcomings. He comes to understand that while he can never achieve perfection, he is capable of struggling to achieve it, that he can redress failure through teshuvah (returning to God), that we are all God-limpers and God-wrestlers, that the ultimate question is, "How do you limp?" 6. 'Whistleblowing in Washington' by Jesselyn Radack Radack's account of her personal crisis of character takes us beyond theoretical discussions about choice and doing the right thing and plunges us into her real world of uncertainty, fear, and God-wrestling. As a legal advisor to the U.S. Justice Department in 2001, she informed the FBI repeatedly that they could not question John Walker Lindh, the celebrated "American Taliban," in the absence of counsel retained by his father. The FBI nevertheless proceeded while assuring the public that it was protecting Lindh's rights. As Lindh's trial progressed, Radack realized that the FBI had not informed the court about Lindh's attorney or about her official opinion. Recalling a verse in her bat mitzvah portion, "You shall not follow the majority for evil, and you shall not follow many to pervert [justice]" (Exodus 22:3), Radack chose to blow the whistle and risk losing a career rather than remain silent and be partner to a miscarriage of justice. Drawing strength from teachers and the Jewish tradition, she steadfastly believes that she made the only choice. She continues to pay the price for choosing conscience over career. 7. 'A Torah of the Heart' by Rabbi Eric Yoffie Rabbi Yoffie's parents helped shape his values, Yet, as a young rabbinical student, he was unable to find the spiritual guidance he sought, or answers to his questions about God, tradition, worship, and faith. He ultimately found support and sustenance in a personal bond forged with his Hebrew professor at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, who understood the importance of listening with patience and sympathy to one struggling for the right path and who taught him that his challenge was to overcome doubt and define the Torah he would teach the Jewish people. This caring and engaged teacher helped him to understand that he was not alone in his quest, that he could not expect certainty while struggling with theology, and that only he could determine his religious goals. Most important among the many things he learned from his teacher is that while you can find love of Torah in the text itself, it is insufficient without "the care and embrace of those who teach Torah." Today, as president of the Union for Reform Judaism, he continues to measure his relationships with those who seek answers against the model his understanding teacher provided. 8. Rabbi Bulman's Kiss & Other Lessons of a Newport News Childhood' by Rabbi David Ellenson Rabbi Ellenson reflects on the values imprinted on him by caring teachers and role models—values which guide his character to this day. The HUC-JIR president tries to bring to his students the passion and joy of Torah study that he learned from a childhood teacher. From another formative role model he learned to extend dignity to all, because each person, created in God's image and despite personal limitations, can be God's partner in repairing the world. Growing up in Virginia in the 1950s, Ellenson witnessed how an elected official suffered in the press and among his friends when he told his constituency to obey the law of the land and respect school integration. The experience presented the eleven-year old with a "profile in courage" that strengthens him to this day to speak out on moral issues; it also reminds him to behave with humanity even when no one else does. The moral anchors he learned in childhood help him define the virtues of character that he tries to exhibit: kindness, love of people, courage, leadership, gratitude, fairness, persistence, and love of learning. 9. 'Still Trying to be a Mensch' by Rabbi Jack Stern A childhood life-threatening illness left Stern with a short leg and limited hip mobility. He recounts how he translated the care and concern he received from parents, friends, and medical personnel into a paradigm to see disabled people as "normal" and to appreciate the power of "constructive nurturing," a lesson that led him to an early life of social action. While old stereotypes sometimes intrude upon best intentions, Rabbi Stern is able to exorcise these stumbling blocks by recalling the humiliation of a Black childhood playmate who was forbidden by White adults to play with him and his friends. Learning how to be a mensch (Yiddish: person of high character, considerate, honest, upright) is never-ending and sometimes unexpected, but lessons abound if we are alert to them. Rabbi Stern learned moral responsibility from a mother who upbraided her son in court for not accepting responsibility; from his wife, who counseled him to be honestly introspective so as to react appropriately to criticism; and from a woman worse off than he, who put his own obstacles in perspective. Rabbi Stern concludes that character is "a work in progress." 10. 'How to Become the Person You Want to Be' by Rabbi Edythe Mencher Rabbi Mencher's vignettes demonstrate that spiritual growth (i.e. character development) takes place not in a vacuum but in "the context of wholesome relationship to others." She also teaches that character-building usually happens in the context of problem-solving rather than from academic discussions about morality. In beginning the process of character change, Rabbi Mencher explains that most changes take place slowly and incrementally, but nonetheless change is indeed possible. It was this insight—specifically the noting of systemic change in nature--that gave a young shepherd named Akiva the confidence to overcome his obstacles and become one of our great teachers. Similarly, she says, we can overcome roadblocks to character development if our desire to do so is coupled with an awareness of the lessons in the world around us and our acknowledging that change is part of life. Another story emphasizes that defensiveness and fear of change are barriers to character development; that sometimes personal qualities we tend to think of as “positive” can have adverse effects if taken to extremes; and that small changes in behavior can lead to character growth. A third story reminds us of the dangers of choosing business obligations over the needs of family; that family interactions present opportunities to change for the better; and we need to realize the essential value of others and respond to them accordingly. We remove stumbling blocks in our relationship with others "one small character trait at a time." C. "Big Ideas" to Explore 1. Each person is responsible for his or her actions. The biblical prophets unambiguously championed personal responsibility. For example: For Rabbi Eugene Borowitz, responsibility is a consequence of freedom: The root of Jewish teaching about human beings is that God "made" us free...Because we are free, we are responsible for our acts...that's why we feel so bad when we've broken something and lied about it or when we've told a secret we'd sworn to keep. Being responsible for our acts brings us our glory and our guilt. No wonder we keep wanting to blame other people for the evil we do. The Bible has Adam say, when God accuses him of eating from the forbidden tree, "That woman you gave me, she made me eat from it"(Gen. 3:12). Judaism knows there are many influences on us. Despite them, it insists that we are free and so, responsible. -Borowitz (1979), pg. 7 In my own liberal Jewish philosophy, personal autonomy has emerged as the most fundamental intellectual theme. Other thinkers believe that accommodating Judaism to science or the Holocaust or the State of Israel ought to be our major conceptual focus. For all their importance, I would argue that none of these issues deserves priority over the need to clarify the meaning and practice of personal self-determination within the people of Israel's continuing Covenant relationship with God. -Borowitz (1983), pg. 256 Freedom and choice are inescapable aspects of the human condition. Gough, for example, assumes that personal responsibility is primary, arguing that a good-person status is not only your major mission in life but is up to you to achieve. Using your freedom to choose is the motif of Arendt's exposition of Adolph Eichmann's "I-was-just-following-orders" defense in his trial in Jerusalem in 1961 (see Hausner): What we have demanded in these trials...is that human beings be capable of telling right from wrong even when all they have to guide them is their own judgment, which, moreover, happens to be completely at odds with what they must regard as the unanimous opinion of all those around them….Those few who were still able to tell right from wrong went really only by their own judgments, and they did so freely....They had to decide each instance as it arose, because no rules existed for the unprecedented. -Arendt, pgs. 294-5 That evil can become banal does not excuse its perpetrators, just as the banality of goodness does not diminish the imperative to be good. A society that tolerates evil makes it easier for evil to occur; a social authority that tolerates good facilitates doing good. "Legitimate social authority-–hierarchal or peer authority -–facilitates both antisocial and prosocial behavior." –Blumenthal, pg. 45. For this reason-–and because we are commanded--Judaism expects us to choose acts of mundane goodness that will repair the world. Nevertheless, evil behaviors occur in "good" societies and people rise to goodness in "bad" societies. Elie Wiesel emphasizes: "One of the perplexing questions to emerge from the Holocaust is what led some people to reach out and help victims while others turned their backs or became perpetrators. [Blumenthal] challenges readers to confront their own behavior and ask whether they live their lives in a way that facilitates the doing of good." –Blumenthal, dust jacket Blumenthal asserts that "Prosocial attitudes must be 'carefully taught.' No one is born with a prosocial orientation....What is the teaching of goodness? What is the ideology of caring? The social-scientific and historical evidence suggest five such teachings. Questions for Discussion 2. Overcoming the evil inclination is a gradual process, requires diligence and helps us approach the ideal set by God. The No Child Left Behind Act (see above) triggered a massive effort by educators to produce a wide range of age-appropriate learning materials and led to the formation of the CHARACTER COUNTS! coalition, a project of the non-profit, non-sectarian Josephson Institute of Ethics (www.josephsoninstitute.org). Wes Hanson, editor of the Institute's basic primer, Making Ethical Decisions, notes in the introduction: Making ethical decisions requires the ability to make distinctions between competing choices. It requires training, in the home and beyond. Yet however much the material is reworked, the real work remains with you. No one can simply read about ethics and become ethical. It's not that easy. People have to make many decisions under economic, professional and social pressure. Rationalization and laziness are constant temptations. But making ethical decisions is worth it if you want a better life and a better world. Keep in mind that whether for good or ill, change is always just a decision away. Hanson's assumptions about character-development mirror Jewish teaching: Thus, the tradition-–based on the idea of One God--enforces what modern education knows about developing good character. Note Wurzburger: I believe that, based upon Maimonides' interpretation of the biblical text, the verse "thou shalt walk in His ways" challenges us to cultivate an "ethics of responsibility." More is required than mere compliance with the explicit rules prescribed by Halakhah. We are commanded to engage in a never-ending quest for moral perfection, which transcends the requirements of an "ethics of obedience." Jewish monotheism represents a radically different approach to religion. Its novelty consisted not primarily in the substitution of the belief in one God for the plurality of gods worshiped in polytheism. What was even more revolutionary in the Jewish conception of monotheism was… the attribution of moral perfection to God. –Wurzburger, pgs. 3-4 Questions for Discussion 3. God demands proper (ethical) behavior down to the smallest detail of daily pursuit. That the Jewish goal of human behavior is to move the world closer to the ideal of perfection is clear from Leviticus 19, the Holiness Code. In this, and in other ways, Jews are different from other groups, a reality analyzed by Hertzberg & Hirt-Manheimer: Do the Jews make any contribution to anti-Semitism? The answer is, fundamentally and unavoidably, yes. Their contribution to Jew-hatred is that they insist on being Jews; by definition they challenge the dominant dogmas. From the very beginning, when Abraham broke the idols of his father, Terah, he insisted that the faith in the one God is true and paganism is false. He challenged the culture around him...So long as Jews cling to their own faith and their own values, they call into question the majority faith and culture. Jews have the right to be different and to dissent from the majority culture. They have the right to demand that the majority culture accept them, and other people in the minority, for who they are. The test of a democratic society is its capacity to deal justly with people who are different, and especially those who question the majority's most deeply held assumptions. –Hertzberg & Hirt-Manheimer, pgs. 6-7 Questions for Discussion Hannah Arendt. Eichmann in Jerusalem: A Report on the Banality of Evil (New York, Penguin Books, 1994 edition). David R. Blumenthal. The Banality of Good and Evil: Moral Lessons from the Shoah and Jewish Tradition (Washington, D.C. Georgetown University Press, 1999). Eugene B. Borowitz. Understanding Judaism (New York, UAHC Press, 1979). Eugene B. Borowitz. Choices in Modern Jewish Thought (New York, Behrman House, 1983). Russell W. Gough. Character is Destiny: The Value of Personal Ethics in Everyday Life (Rocklin, CA. Prima Publishing, 1998). Gideon Hausner. Justice in Jerusalem (New York, Harper & Row, 1966). Arthur Hertzberg & Aron Hirt-Manheimer. Jews: The Essence and Character of a People (San Francisco, HarperCollins, 1998). Walter S. Wurzburger. Ethics of Responsibility (Philadelphia, Jewish Publication Society, 1994). See also: Seymour Rossel & Judy Dick. Sefer Ha-Aggadah: The Book of Legends for Young Readers (New York, UAHC Press, 1996): two volumes of selected gems of character instruction adapted from Sefer Ha-Aggadah, compiled by Hayim Nahman Bialik and Yehoshua Hana Ravnitzky in 1908-1911, translated by William Braude, and published in one volume by Schocken Books in 1992. Search URJ.org and the other Reform websites: The artwork on this note card was created by 5768 WRJ Art Calendar artist Césan d’Ornellas Levine. 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Most of us have seen various depictions of Noah’s Ark—from the large, box-like vessel to the one in children’s nurseries with the giraffes’ heads sticking out the top. But what did the Ark really look like? Can we really know for sure? Figure 1. Artist’s depiction of the construction of Noah’s Ark, from H. Schedel’s Nuremburg Chronicle of 1493. Figure 2. Athanasius Kircher (1600s) was careful to follow the Bible’s instructions and used a rectilinear hull, based on the dimensions in Genesis 6:15, including three decks, a door in the side, and a window of one cubit. Figure 3. This 1985 painting by Elfred Lee was completed after multiple interviews in the early 1970s with George Hagopian, an “eyewitness” of a box-shaped Ark. (Image used with permission from Elfred Lee.) Depicting the Ark—A Sign of the Times? Noah’s Ark has been a popular subject for artists throughout the centuries. However, it is not easy to adequately depict this vessel because the description in Genesis 6 is very brief. To paint a complete picture, the artist must assume some important details. As the invention of Gutenberg’s movable-type printing press in the 1400s made rapid and widespread distribution of the Holy Scriptures possible, Noah’s Ark quickly became the subject of lavish illustrations. Many designs were pictured, and some were more biblical than others. Often, artists distorted the biblical specifications to match the ships of the day. For instance, the picture shown in figure 1 has the hull of a caravel, which was similar to two of the small sailing vessels used by Christopher Columbus in 1492. Unlike most other artists, Athanasius Kircher (a Jesuit scientist, 1602–1680) was committed to accurately depicting the massive Ark specified in Genesis. He has been compared to Leonardo da Vinci for his inventiveness and his works’ breadth and depth. This early “creation scientist” calculated the number of animals that could fit in the Ark, allowing space for provisions and Noah’s family. His realistic designs (figure 2) set the standard for generations of artists. For the next two centuries, Bible artists stopped taking Noah’s Ark quite so seriously, and ignored the explicit biblical dimensions in their illustrations. These artists simply reflected the scholars of the day, who had rejected the Bible’s history of the world. Few Christians living in 1960 had ever seen a biblically based rendering of Noah’s Ark. Cute bathtub shapes and smiling cartoonish animals illustrated the pervasive belief that Noah’s Ark was nothing more than a tool for character-building through fictionalized storytelling. Then in 1961 Dr. John Whitcomb and Dr. Henry Morris published The Genesis Flood, which made sense of a global cataclysm and a real, shiplike Noah’s Ark. This book was a huge thrust to help begin the modern creationist movement. The primary focus in The Genesis Flood was the size of the Ark and its animal-carrying capacity. A block-shaped Ark was ideal for this, easily suggesting that the Ark had plenty of volume. Later studies confirmed that a ship with a rectangular cross-section 50 cubits wide and 30 cubits high was stable. Images of a rectangular Ark strikingly similar to Kircher’s design rendered centuries earlier began to appear in publications (see figure 3). The next few decades saw another popular phenomenon—the search for Noah’s Ark. Documentary movies and books claimed Noah’s Ark was hidden on Mt. Ararat, and primetime television broadcast some mysterious photos of dark objects jutting out from the snow. George Hagopian was one of the first modern “eyewitnesses” who purported to have seen a box-shaped Ark. And so it happened—Noah’s Ark was illustrated worldwide as a box. When looking at history, artists in each generation have defined Noah’s Ark according to the cultural setting and what they knew at the time. While we used to see variety in the shape of the Ark, more recent depictions have seemingly locked into the box shape. But new insights—in keeping with the biblical specifications of the Ark and conditions during the Flood—suggest that it’s time we start thinking “outside the box.” Thinking Outside the Box While the Bible gives us essential details on many things, including the size and proportions of Noah’s Ark, it does not necessarily specify the precise shape of this vessel. It is important to understand, however, that this lack of physical description is consistent with other historical accounts in Scripture.1 So how should we illustrate what the Ark looked like? The two main options include a default rectangular shape reflecting the lack of specific detail, and a more fleshed-out design that incorporates principles of ship design from maritime science, while remaining consistent with the Bible’s size and proportions. Genesis describes the Ark in three verses, which require careful examination: 6:14—Make yourself an ark [tebah] of gopherwood; make rooms [qinniym] in the ark, and cover it inside and outside with pitch [kofer]. 6:15—And this is how you shall make it: The length of the ark shall be three hundred cubits, its width fifty cubits, and its height thirty cubits. 6:16—You shall make a window [tsohar] for the ark, and you shall finish it to a cubit from above; and set the door of the ark in its side. You shall make it with lower, second, and third decks. Most Bibles make some unusual translation choices for certain key words. Elsewhere in the Bible, the Hebrew word translated here as “rooms” is usually rendered “nests”; “pitch” would normally be called “covering”; and “window” would be “noon light.” Using these more typical meanings, the Ark would be something like this: The tebah (ark) was made from gopher wood, it had nests inside, and it was covered with a pitch-like substance inside and out. It was 300 cubits long, 50 cubits wide, and 30 cubits high. It had a noon light that ended a cubit upward and above, it had a door in the side, and there were three decks. (For the meaning of “upward and above,” see the section “2. A cubit upward and above” below.) As divine specifications go, Moses offered more elaborate details about the construction of the tabernacle, which suggests this might be the abridged version of Noah’s complete directions. On the other hand, consider how wise Noah must have been after having lived several centuries. The instructions that we have recorded in Genesis may be all he needed to be told. But in any case, 300 cubits is a big ship, not some whimsical houseboat with giraffe necks sticking out the top. . . . The scale of the Ark is huge yet remarkably realistic when compared to the largest wooden ships in history. The proportions are even more amazing—they are just like a modern cargo ship. In fact, a 1993 Korean study was unable to find fault with the specifications. All this makes nonsense of the claim that Genesis was written only a few centuries before Christ, as a mere retelling of earlier Babylonian flood legends such as the Epic of Gilgamesh. The Epic of Gilgamesh story describes a cube-shaped ark, which would have given a dangerously rough ride. This is neither accurate nor scientific. Noah’s Ark is the original, while the Gilgamesh Epic is a later distortion. What About the Shape? Scripture only gives length, breadth, and depth. Ships have long been described like this without ever implying a block-shaped hull. For many years, biblical creationists have simply depicted the Ark as a rectangular box. This helped emphasize its size. It was easy to explain capacity and illustrate how easily the Ark could have handled the payload. With the rectangular shape, the Ark’s stability against rolling could even be demonstrated by simple calculations. Yet the Bible does not say the Ark must be a rectangular box. In fact, Scripture does not elaborate about the shape of Noah’s Ark beyond those superb, overall proportions—length, breadth, and depth. Ships have long been described like this without implying a block-shaped hull. Scientific Study Endorses Seaworthiness of Ark Noah’s Ark was the focus of a major 1993 scientific study headed by Dr. Seon Hong at the world-class ship research center KRISO, based in Daejeon, South Korea. Dr. Hong’s team compared 12 hulls of different proportions to discover which design was most practical. No hull shape was found to significantly outperform the 4,300-year-old biblical design. In fact, the Ark’s careful balance is easily lost if the proportions are modified, rendering the vessel either unstable, prone to fracture, or dangerously uncomfortable. The research team found that the proportions of Noah’s Ark carefully balanced the conflicting demands of stability (resistance to capsizing), comfort (seakeeping), and strength. In fact, the Ark has the same proportions as a modern cargo ship. Figure 4. The proportions of the Ark were found to carefully balance the conflicting demands of stability, comfort, and strength. The study also confirmed that the Ark could handle waves as high as 100 feet (30 m). Dr. Hong is now director general of the facility and claims “life came from the sea,” obviously not the words of a creationist on a mission to promote the worldwide Flood. Endorsing the seaworthiness of Noah’s Ark obviously did not damage Dr. Hong’s credibility. The word ark in Hebrew is the obscure term tebah, a word that appears only one other time when it describes the basket that carried baby Moses (Exodus 2:3). One was a huge, wooden ship and the other a tiny, wicker basket. Both floated, both preserved life, and both were covered; but the similarity ends there. If the word implied anything about shape, it would be “an Egyptian basket-like shape,” typically rounded. More likely, however, tebah means something else, like “lifeboat.”2 The Bible leaves the details regarding the shape of the Ark wide open—anything from a rectangular box with hard right angles and no curvature at all, to a shiplike form. Box-like has the largest carrying capacity, but a ship-like design would be safer and more comfortable in heavy seas. Such discussion is irrelevant if God intended to sustain the Ark no matter how well designed and executed. Clues from the Bible Some people question whether the Ark was actually built to handle rough seas, but the Bible gives some clues about the sea conditions during the Flood: The Ark had the proportions of a seagoing vessel built for waves (Genesis 6:15). Logically, a mountain-covering, global flood would not be dead calm (Genesis 7:19). The Ark moved about on the surface of the waters (Genesis 7:18). God made a wind to pass over the earth (Genesis 8:1). The Hebrew word for the Flood (mabbul) could imply being carried along. The 1993 Korean study showed that some shorter hulls slightly outperformed the Ark model with biblical proportions. The study assumed waves came from every direction, favoring shorter hulls like that of a modern lifeboat. So why was Noah’s Ark so long if it didn’t need to be streamlined for moving through the water? The answer lies in ride comfort (seakeeping). This requires a longer hull, at the cost of strength and stability, not to mention more wood. The Ark’s high priority for comfort suggests that the anticipated waves must have been substantial. 1. Something to Catch the Wind Wind-driven waves would cause a drifting vessel to turn dangerously side-on to the weather. However, such waves could be safely navigated by making the Ark steer itself with a wind-catching obstruction on the bow. To be effective, this obstruction must be large enough to overcome the turning effect of the waves. While many designs could work, the possibility shown here reflects the high stems which were a hallmark of ancient ships. Figure 5. Scripture gives no clue about the shape of Noah’s Ark beyond its proportions that are given in Genesis 6:15, which reads, “And this is how you shall make it: The length of the ark shall be three hundred cubits, its width fifty cubits, and its height thirty cubits.” 2. A Cubit Upward and Above Any opening on the deck of a ship needs a wall (coaming) to prevent water from flowing in, especially when the ship rolls. In this illustration, the window “ ends a cubit upward and above,” as described in Genesis 6:16. The central position of the skylight is chosen to reflect the idea of a “noon light.” This also means that the window does not need to be exactly one cubit. Perhaps the skylight had a transparent roof (even more a “noon light”), or the skylight roof could be opened (which might correspond to when “ Noah removed the covering of the ark”). While variations are possible, a window without coaming is not the most logical solution. 3. Mortise and Tenon Planking Ancient shipbuilders usually began with a shell of planks (strakes) and then built internal framing (ribs) to fit inside. This is the complete reverse of the familiar European method where planking was added to the frame. In shell-first construction, the planks must be attached to each other somehow. Some used overlapping (clinker) planks that were dowelled or nailed, while others used rope to sew the planks together. The ancient Greeks used a sophisticated system where the planks were interlocked with thousands of precise mortise and tenon joints. The resulting hull was strong enough to ram another ship, yet light enough to be hauled onto a beach by the crew. If this is what the Greeks could do centuries before Christ, what could Noah do centuries after Tubal-Cain invented forged metal tools? Ramps help to get animals and heavy loads between decks. Running them across the hull avoids cutting through important deck beams, and this location is away from the middle of the hull where bending stresses are highest. (This placement also better utilizes the irregular space at bow and stern.) 5. Something to Catch the Water To assist in turning the Ark to point with the wind, the stern should resist being pushed sideways. This is the same as a fixed rudder or skeg that provides directional control. There are many ways this could be done, but here we are reflecting the “mysterious” stern extensions seen on the earliest large ships of the Mediterranean. How Long Was the Original Cubit? Do we really know the size of Noah’s Ark (Genesis 6:15), the Ark of the Covenant (Exodus 25:10), the altar (Exodus 38:1), Goliath (1 Samuel 17:4), and Solomon’s Temple (1 Kings 6:2)? While the Bible tells us that the length of Noah’s Ark was 300 cubits, its width 50 cubits, and its height 30 cubits, we must first ask, “How long is a cubit?” The answer, however, is not certain because ancient people groups assigned different lengths to the term “cubit” (Hebrew word ammah), the primary unit of measure in the Old Testament. |Hebrew (short)||17.5 (44.5)| |Common (short)||18 (45.7)| |Babylonian (long)||19.8 (50.3)| |Hebrew (long)||20.4 (51.8)| |Egyptian (long)||20.6 (52.3)| But when Noah came off the Ark, only one cubit measurement existed—the one he had used to construct the Ark. Unfortunately, the exact length of this cubit is unknown. After the nations were divided years later at the Tower of Babel, different cultures (people groups) adopted different cubits. So it requires some logical guesswork to reconstruct the most likely length of the original cubit. Since the Babel dispersion was so soon after the Flood, it is reasonable to assume that builders of that time were still using the cubit that Noah used. Moreover, we would expect that the people who settled near Babel would have retained or remained close to the original cubit. Yet cubits from that region (the ancient Near East) are generally either a common (short) or a royal cubit. Which one is most likely to have come from Noah? In large-scale construction projects, ancient civilizations typically used the royal cubit (about 19.8–20.6 inches [52 cm]). The Bible offers some input in 2 Chronicles 3:3, which reveals that Solomon used an older (royal) cubit in construction of the Temple. Most archaeological finds in Israel are not as ancient as Solomon, and these more modern finds consistently reveal the use of a short cubit, such as confirmed by measuring Hezekiah’s tunnel. However, in Ezekiel’s vision, an angel used “ a cubit plus a handbreadth,” an unmistakable definition for the royal cubit (Ezekiel 43:13). The royal cubit appears to be God’s preferred standard of measurement. Perhaps this matter did not escape Solomon’s notice, either. Though the original cubit length is uncertain, it was most likely one of the royal cubits (about 19.8–20.6 inches). If so, the Ark was actually bigger than the size described in most books today, which usually use the short cubit. Was Noah’s Ark the Biggest Ship Ever Built? Few wooden ships have ever come close to the size of Noah’s Ark. One possible challenge comes from the Chinese treasure ships of Yung He in the 1400s. An older contender is the ancient Greek trireme Tessarakonteres. At first, historians dismissed ancient Greek claims that the Tessarakonteres was 425 feet (130 m) long. But as more information was learned, the reputation of these early shipbuilders grew markedly. One of the greatest challenges to the construction of large wooden ships is finding a way to lay planks around the outside in a way that will ensure little or no leaking, which is caused when there is too much movement between the planks. Apparently, the Greeks had access to an extraordinary method of planking that was lost for centuries, and only recently brought to light by marine archaeology. It is not known when or where this technique originated. Perhaps they used a method that began with the Ark. After all, if the Greeks could do it, why not Noah? Figure 6. The Ark is near the maximum size that is known to be possible for a wooden vessel. How big was the Ark? To get the 510 feet (155 m) given here, we used a cubit of 20.4 inches (51.8 cm). Designed for Tsunamis? Was the Ark designed for tsunamis? Not really. Tsunamis devastate coastlines, but when a tsunami travels in deep water, it is almost imperceptible to a ship. During the Flood, the water was probably very deep—there is enough water in today’s oceans to cover a relatively flat terrain to a consistent depth of over two miles (3.2 km). The Bible states that the Ark rose “ high above the earth” (Genesis 7:17) and was stranded early (Genesis 8:4), before mountaintops were seen. If the launch was a mirror of the landing—the Ark being the last thing to float—it would have been a deep-water voyage from start to finish. The worst waves may have been caused by wind, just like today. After several months at sea, God made a wind to pass over the earth. This suggests a large-scale weather pattern likely to produce waves with a dominant direction. It is an established fact that such waves would cause any drifting vessel to be driven sideways (broaching). A long vessel like the Ark would remain locked in this sideways position, an uncomfortable and even dangerous situation in heavy weather. However, broaching can be avoided if the vessel catches the wind at one end and is “rooted” in the water at the other—turning like a weather vane into the wind. Once the Ark points into the waves, the long proportions create a more comfortable and controlled voyage. It had no need for speed, but the Ark did “move about on the surface of the waters.” The box-like Ark is not entirely disqualified as a safe option, but sharp edges are more vulnerable to damage during launch and landing. Blunt ends would also produce a rougher ride and allow the vessel to be more easily thrown around (but, of course, God could have miraculously kept the ship’s precious cargo safe, regardless of the comfort factor). Since the Bible gives proportions consistent with those of a true cargo ship, it makes sense that it should look and act like a ship, too. Coincidentally, certain aspects of this design appear in some of the earliest large ships depicted in pottery from Mesopotamia, not long after the Flood. It makes sense that shipwrights, who are conservative as a rule, would continue to include elements of the only ship to survive the global Flood—Noah’s Ark. Scripture does not record direction-keeping features attached to the Ark. They might have been obvious to a 500 year old, or perhaps they were common among ships in Noah’s day as they were afterward. At the same time, the brief specifications in Genesis make no mention of other important details, such as storage of drinking water, disposal of excrement, or the way to get out of the Ark. Obviously, Noah needed to know how many animals were coming, but this is not recorded either. The Bible gives clear instruction for the construction of a number of things, but it does not specify many aspects of the Ark’s construction. Nothing in this newly depicted Ark contradicts Scripture, even though it may be different from more accepted designs. But this design, in fact, shows us just how reasonable Scripture is as it depicts a stable, comfortable, and seaworthy vessel that was capable of fulfilling all the requirements stated in Scripture.

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Today, as we process the shock of the events at our nation’s capital, we struggle to find a message to share with our community. ShalomLearning’s Jewish values curriculum makes Judaism relevant to the lives of our students. It gives them texts and sources to draw from when making real-life decisions. But which of our seven values speaks the loudest at this moment? Which one will best guide us to move forward? Teshuvah (Repentance), can we reflect on what occurred and turn it around? B’tzelem Elohim (Created in the Image of God), aren’t we all deserving of respect? Achrayut (Responsibility), it’s our responsibility to respect government law and civil authority. The values of Hakarat Hatov (Recognizing the Good), Koach Haddibur (Power of Words), and Shalom (Peace) can each guide our behavior in peaceful and challenging situations. However, it was the Gevurah (Strength) unit that resonated with us today as it teaches us how to use our inner strength. Our fifth grade Gevurah unit teaches students about the role of courage in processing an argument, the art of compromise, practical ways for standing up for rights and points of view, and the skill of consensus building. All skills needed at this moment of history. Therefore, we are sharing two activities from this unit that help students practice conflict resolution wrapped in our Jewish teaching. May these teachings guide us as we teach our children that we have the power to express our will within a democratic process with Jewish values to guide us. Activity 1: Arguing the Right Way/Conflict Resolution 15 Minutes In-Person or Virtual Tell students: Today, we will explore how to compromise, argue, and stand up for your ideas. We will look at some scenarios and find the piece of truth that each side possesses. - When you argue with someone, do you usually feel that you are right and they are wrong? Do you ever feel like they could have a legitimate point of view too? - The Hebrew word for argument is machloket מַחֲלוֹקֶת. But the root of the Hebrew word is chelek חֵלֶק, or part. Why do you think the root of the word machloket מַחֲלוֹקֶת is chelek חֵלֶק, part? - Do you think that in an argument each person may have part of the truth? - When you disagree with someone else, but you acknowledge that they have a chelek חֵלֶק of the truth as well, how does that change things? - Sometimes when you acknowledge other people’s chelek חֵלֶק of the truth, the result is compromise, pesharah פְּשָׁרָה. Do you view compromise as a good result? Activity 2: What Would You do? Machloket מַחֲלוֹקֶת Scenario 15 Minutes In-Person or Virtual Role Play Fishbowl: You may use the following scenario or choose a scenario that you know the students are confronting or that is in the news. If you have never led a fishbowl before, see this site for a helpful description. https://www.facinghistory.org/resource-library/teaching-strategies/fishbowl (5.3.4 Fishbowl Strategy) It is the first day of school. Elaina has been away the whole summer and is looking forward to seeing her best friend Jessica. When Elaina gets to school, she looks all over for Jessica and finally finds her talking to a new kid. Instead of running over to greet Elaina, Jessica keeps talking to the new kid for ten minutes before she finally goes over to greet Elaina. Elaina is mad. How could Jessica keep her waiting for so long when they haven’t seen each other for two whole months? She tells her friend Andrea that Jessica has really changed and Andrea should not be friends with her. Jessica finds out and gets angry with Elaina. Have two students play the roles of Elaina and Jessica. First, have them role play an argument where they are not interested in seeing the other person’s chelek חֵלֶק of truth and care only about the truth of their position. Choose two other students to role-play the same argument. This time, they must acknowledge the chelek חֵלֶק of truth in the other person’s position. - Who made choices in this story? - How could you defend Elaina’s choices? - How could you defend Jessica’s choices? - What other choices could they have made that may have avoided a fight? - Was there a chelek חֵלֶק of truth for each side of this story? - What would happen if Elaina and Jessica took the time and effort to understand the chelek חֵלֶק of truth in the other person’s argument? What would be the consequences of the argument? - What would have happened to the friendship if they talked out why they were each upset? - How can respecting another person’s point of view and trying to see their chelek חֵלֶק of truth help you in other arguments and situations? Please join me in welcoming our new CEO, Michael Feinstein. As you can imagine, the need for quality online education, teacher training, and innovative curriculum design in Jewish education has been unprecedented in 2020. Enrollment in ShalomLearning’s programs has doubled since last year and now exceeds 12,000 students. But as Rabbi Tarfon famously said in the Mishnah, “the day is short and the work is great.” Thanks to a generous grant we have brought in a new CEO to lead us through our next phase of growth. Michael brings to ShalomLearning over 30 years of experience as a leader of entrepreneurial businesses and nonprofit organizations. Most recently, he served the Bender JCC of Greater Washington as Chief Executive Officer for 12 years. (Michael’s bio can be found here.) Our founders, Devin Schain and Andrew Rosen had a vision to transform supplementary Jewish education for elementary school children to keep up with the advancements in education technology. When I joined ShalomLearning in 2014, our enrollment was 307 students and 15 teachers at 15 Congregational School partner sites in six states. Today our enrollment has grown to 12,696 students and 1,728 teachers, 236 partners in 37 states and 8 countries! None of this would have been possible without the transformational grants from The William Davidson Foundation, The William and Audrey Farber Family Foundation and the Terrie and Bradley Bloom Family; our amazing staff and board and partnerships and supporters like you. There are thousands of people involved in keeping ShalomLearning going these days, and I am eternally grateful for all of you! It has been an honor and a privilege to lead ShalomLearning through this tremendous growth. I am excited to hand the CEO baton over to Michael to help us grow our capacity. I look forward to spending more time on teacher training, programming, writing and publishing and overall advocacy for our continued growth. We are in great hands with Michael as our new leader and I look forward to another fantastic year of growth and spreading the light of living meaningful lives steeped in Jewish values. It is always darkest before dawn. As you can imagine, we’ve been busier than ever and the ShalomLearning family has grown tremendously since our last newsletter. We are now helping our 200+ school partners get ready for a new year with 1500 teachers and 10,000 students. However, with the start of a new school season upon us, we’re hearing from many or our partners at religious schools about the challenges they are facing. The most common worry from education directors is this: enrollment is down because so many families are overwhelmed, and kids have too much Zoom fatigue already for yet another online lesson as Hebrew School appears as something “extra” in their schedules. The other day, I woke at 5:30 am and went for a walk to reflect on this issue. The sun was rising over the lake and the water reflected the pink clouds lighting up the sky. “There’s God, showing off again,” I thought. It made me stop and just take in what Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel called “radical amazement.” “Our goal should be to live life in radical amazement. ….get up in the morning and look at the world in a way that takes nothing for granted. Everything is phenomenal; everything is incredible; never treat life casually. To be spiritual is to be amazed.” -Abraham Joshua Heschel In full disclosure, this is not my typical morning. Raising children and facing life’s endless challenges during a pandemic does not fill me with radical amazement at every waking moment. In fact, I have never known a time of such sorrow, stress, and suffering for the world in my lifetime, as the moment that we are in right now. Our children miss camps, sports competitions, live theater and in person clubs and yes, being in school with their friends. We are all braced for another wave of COVID-19 with the cold and flu season coming. When will the vaccine come? Some say it could be another 2 years! To which I say “Oy! Come on!” Many of my peers involved in Jewish communal engagement are deeply cynical about the future of synagogue life. And they have every reason to feel pessimistic. But reason itself has its own limitations. Our mind can only do what our mind can do. What about the heart? What about faith? Now faith is a different story. Faith in Hebrew is “Emunah.” We, as Jews, are part of a global community with a close connection to the Jewish people all over the world. And yet, a lot of Jewish religious life is based around home and family activities. If we do not at least try our best to bring some aspect of spirituality into our homes this upcoming Jewish new year, we will continue to feel lost. I know this all too well. Surely we can find one or two hours a week to make Jewish life relevant for our children. This thrust into remote learning is an opportunity to use education technology in a more meaningful way. It’s ironically, even an opportunity to learn about ways to take advantage of the times you are unplugged. Each of our lessons includes a summary teachers can send to parents that include “Table Talk.” These are questions to be discussed at the next meal. Ideally over Shabbat dinner, but it can really be anywhere. We want to meet families where they are and help them connect to Judaism on whichever level they are most comfortable. I believe that ShalomLearning is the best option to help synagogues and home schools right now. We train our teachers how to use Edtech seamlessly and we provide the turn-key lessons and support to make Hebrew School into a fun and engaging and relevant educational experience. We also provide “Hands On Activities” that can be used for safe, outdoor, socially distanced learning – including family education for all ages. Math, reading and science are important. But so is our soul. We need to answer “the spiritual curriculum” (as Mussar puts it) that we face every day. Our children’s secular schools are trying to catch up with Edtech, and everyone is fried with screen time. I get it. But what are we doing as families in respect to educating and nurturing the soul? Let ShalomLearning help. Open yourself to bring more spiritual Light into your home. Judaism provides so many beautiful and meaningful ways to navigate through the world. If we do not provide these opportunities for our families, we further the risk of the Light going out on our watch. And that would be the saddest day of them all. The good news is that Shalomlearning can help your families and community learn how to live life in a Jewish way that will help you get through these dark days and help your synagogue get through this crisis. At some point in the next 3-24 months, this pandemic will end its grip on everything, and we will be free to meet once again in person, go to concerts and restaurants and hug our friends and family. And I believe that people will want to return to synagogues and gather as a Jewish community, perhaps more than ever before. Our souls need SOMETHING to bring a light into the darkness in the interim. So let us help you get through this period. Our lessons are designed that they can be taught in person, online, at home, or a hybrid. When synagogue life does return, you will not need to miss a beat in the education of your children. It will simply be, “Last week was Gevurah (Unit 3) lesson three at home. Today, welcome back to our building! Let us continue with lesson four.” I thank God we have the ability to help religious schools. It is my sincere hope that we can all give Emunah (faith) a better try, as I know that ShalomLearning can help educators and families alike. In the end, we all have the same job in this dark period of history, and that is to do what the Jewish people do best: bring in more light. I am glad so many families in grades K-2 are enjoying the games and activities-based curriculum shared by ShalomLearning earlier this month called, “The Tribe.” I originally created this program for “tribe-size” gatherings of families before joining ShalomLearning’s Board of Directors. With the current pandemic, I modified the activities for individual family use at home. COVID-19 has created an urgent need for physical distancing, making it more important than ever to connect socially with family and friends. I’m excited to share a new program for K-2 families to use at home: Living Jewish Values. This program creates an additional opportunity for families to “check-in” for virtual, intergenerational values exploration and storytelling visits regularly with grandparents, aunts, and uncles, cousins, and anyone else you care about who may be feeling isolated. Research by Emory psychologists, Dr. Marshall Duke and Dr. Robyn Fivush, has shown that children raised with family stories that give them a sense of being part of something bigger–an “intergenerational sense of self”-show increased resilience, less anxiety, fewer behavior problems, higher self-esteem, greater family cohesiveness, and improved chances of good educational outcomes. As my Grandma Rose used to say: “Use it in good health!” Five Easy Steps to Get Started - Let your family/friends know you want them to join you in “Living Jewish Values.” Contact a family member/friend to let them know about the program and the first value “Welcoming Guests.” Ask your relative/friend to think of a 2-3 minute family story to share about the value. - Watch the video about the value with your child(ren) about an hour before the scheduled call with the storyteller. - Discuss the video with your child(ren). Please follow your natural curiosity or use our provided prompts. - Have the scheduled call with your family or friend and child(ren). - Process the video call with your child(ren). Answer questions, provide additional background or reframing and discuss connections between family stories on the call and the video. Get started today with this lesson about Welcoming Guests: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Od-P4b4TjEj3M7LdJRFDCFgAIKNXmGCzRABVZvEWmmE/edit?usp=sharing If you have questions or suggestions about this program, please be in touch with me at: firstname.lastname@example.org. In the spirit of our current Jewish value unit: Koach Hadibbur, The Power of Words, I am going to post one good thing a day BECAUSE of this awful pandemic. You heard me- a good thing coming out of this crisis. Is that even possible? Let’s start with today, March 27th. Check back here each day to see the daily positive thought. March 27 / 2nd of Nissan: Global CO2 emissions are down. Newly learned video conferencing behaviors are probably here to stay. And business travel and office spaces overall will probably permanently diminish after this crisis abides. More time at home with your family and better carbon footprints all around. Great article here https://e360.yale.edu/features/coronavirus-holds-key-lessons-on-how-to-fight-climate-change Shabbat / 3rd of Nissan March 29 / 4th of Nissan: Courteousness. Physical Distancing has been so very difficult. And yet, if you’ve been brave enough to go shopping and wait your turn to get in-keeping 6 feet apart has really brought about the “No after you,” culture. Granted everyone is terrified of getting contaminated, but there is something civil going on. People are feeling that everyone is in this together. March 30 / 5th of Nissan: Household Chores. Some children are learning to do chores and help out around the house for the first time. It’s embarrassing to admit, but too many of us GenX parents have done way, way too much for our children (including the infamous helicopter parenting), depriving their abilities to learn not only self-reliance but the deeply satisfying reward of communal responsibility and the joy of contributing. Parents are drowning in getting their kids started on homeschooling, while learning how to work at home, watching their retirement accounts take a nose dive into an abyss or worse yet, figuring out what to do if they suffered one of the millions of layoffs across the country (if they have not already). This is our World War-ish moment, and parents are finding a newfound toughness. We are not asking our kids to help out with bribes or a “pretty please.” We are demanding help from our children. And the feedback I am getting from our ShalomLearning parents with this newfound authority is that the kids were waiting for these demands and stepping up to help. Honoring your parents is indeed one of our 10 commandments. Doing everything for your kids while they play video games is not! The stakes are too high now, to not see the value in compliance (which is what so many of us parents have been longing for from our children). March 31 / 6th of Nissan: Appreciation of community and people and checking in on the ones we love. Have you ever felt such a need? How are they feeling? How are they doing? Have you done a zoom hang out with some old friends? If not, give it a try. The preciousness of having the privilege to know someone, whether at work or in play is sacred. We ARE creatures that relate to one another in profound ways. We need each other now more than ever. And compassion and kindness have finally grown as a priority to what was becoming an increasingly distant, self-centered society. There is a course correction happening in attitudes that are filled with positive energy and appreciation for “the other.” We are not alone in this universe. And the longing to clink glasses and share our hearts with a friend or loved one is something that we will not take for granted on the scale that it was occurring before this crisis, ever again. April 1st, 2020 / 7th of Nissan 5780: Appreciation of physical contact. The ability to touch someone or play with friends. The current reality of keeping things safe is a whole new meaning for “6 feet under.” How we’ve taken our daily physical contact for granted! I am talking about the privilege of being able to shoot hoops with some pals or lay on a high five, or even to sit on a park bench. All is off limits for at least another month in this extended age of quarantine. Social media hasn’t figured how to give a supportive hug to a friend. “There’s an app for that” won’t cut it this time. But this blog is about what’s positive. Our appreciation is growing and that is positive. When we come out of this Corona protective measure to stay 6 feet away from everyone, we will appreciate the magic of physical contact with others so much more. So in the meantime, be grateful for all the people that you have touched in your life. Prepare yourself for a ramped up version of awe and wonder of being on this journey with our fellow humans when this awful virus is cured. Everyone you meet is in this lifetime together, and there will come a day when the masks and gloves are off again and you can shake someone’s hand, look them in the eye and say, “I appreciate you.” And you might even be able to touch your face afterwards without living in fear of contamination. April 2nd / 8th of Nissan: Social Media is finally actually social. On the opposite side of yesterday’s reflection, I have a newfound appreciation for social media. Quite frankly, I’ve had no patience for social media over the years. And I do remain disgusted how personal data is bought and sold to the detriment of throwing elections and revolutions and tremendous horrors of public humiliation that have even caused deaths (In fact, our rabbis taught us long ago that to shame another in public is a form of murder, and quantifies it to being like 1/60th of death). Very powerful stuff and really a drain on anyone’s time if you just wanted to retrieve a message from an old friend. I joined these platforms to do the bare minimum, but now… things are different. Anything powerful like fire can burn you but…it can also warm you and help you cook and fill your house with light. With so many people in lock down, we need social media more than ever to stay connected. I can’t tell you how many people are sending me facebook live links to so many amazing musicians doing live performances. Friday, April 3rd / 9th of Nissan: Amazing music creations and followings. We are inside a flood of creativity in the arts and music and writing unlike anything the world has ever seen. I am hoping that musically, there will be a ton of great new albums from great artists and so many people that have wanted to learn instruments but never had the time. Now they can finally be giving it a whirl. I predict that when this pandemic calms down enough to see music in public, everyone will want to get out and have fun and share their amazing new creations and genres. A revival and renaissance in 2021will resemble the Woodstock music festival of 1969 and draw in writers and painters getting together. This upsurge of creativity will approach the artistry of the great impressionist period of the 1870’s. And we shall all marvel in awe and wonder. And all of this will be due to the great “shelter in place” mandates of 2020. Saturday, April 5th / 12th of Nissan: Shabbat Sunday, April 5th / 11th of Nissan: A growing desire to change the current reality that the workers we need the most are often the most underpaid and badly treated. This is not just the paramedics, doctors and nurses who are obvious heroes, risking death every day to save lives. But I am referring to the caregivers at nursing homes and workers in the fields and grocery delivery people. The pizza delivery person is now a full on hero! Last week, I saw a news clip of New Yorkers, outside the Emergency rooms, applauding the healthcare staff, police and fire department as well as the essential workers who are keeping the lights on, keeping the supermarkets stocked, and risking their lives to deliver the food. Columnist Sarah O’Connor points out the uncomfortable truth of our labour market: as the workers we need the most are often underpaid and badly treated. It is time to make amends. And once the economy has recovered, these jobs will be made better, with more rights and hire wages. Monday, April 6th / 12th of Nissan: Attitudes to health may also change for the better. Washing your hands for a full 20 seconds was a habit that was hard to enforce even in hospitals, “may be one of those behaviors that we become so accustomed to in the course of this outbreak that we don’t think about them,” Conis adds.

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Narration is the use of a written or spoken commentary to convey a story to an audience. Narration is conveyed by a narrator: a specific person, or unspecified literary voice, developed by the creator of the story to deliver information to the audience, particularly about the plot: the series of events. Narration is a required element of all written stories (novels, short stories, poems, memoirs, etc.), presenting the story in its entirety. However, narration is merely optional in most other storytelling formats, such as films, plays, television shows, and video games, in which the story can be conveyed through other means, like dialogue between characters or visual action. The narrative mode, which is sometimes also used as synonym for narrative technique, encompasses the set of choices through which the creator of the story develops their narrator and narration: - Narrative point of view, perspective, or voice: the choice of grammatical person used by the narrator to establish whether or not the narrator and the audience are participants in the story; also, this includes the scope of the information or knowledge that the narrator presents - Narrative tense: the choice of either the past or present grammatical tense to establish either the prior completion or current immediacy of the plot - Narrative technique: any of the various other methods chosen to help narrate a story, such as establishing the story's setting (location in time and space), developing characters, exploring themes (main ideas or topics), structuring the plot, intentionally expressing certain details but not others, following or subverting genre norms, employing certain linguistic styles, and using various other storytelling devices. Thus, narration includes both who tells the story and how the story is told (for example, by using stream of consciousness or unreliable narration). The narrator may be anonymous and unspecified, or a character appearing and participating within their own story (whether fictitious or factual), or the author themself as a character. The narrator may merely relate the story to the audience without being involved in the plot and may have varied awareness of characters' thoughts and distant events. Some stories have multiple narrators to illustrate the storylines of various characters at various times, creating a story with a complex perspective. Narrative point of view Edit An ongoing debate has persisted regarding the nature of narrative point of view. A variety of different theoretical approaches have sought to define point of view in terms of person, perspective, voice, consciousness, and focus. Narrative perspective is the position and character of the storyteller, in relation to the narrative itself. There is, for instance, a common distinction between first-person and third-person narrative, which Gérard Genette refers to as intradiegetic and extradiegetic narrative, respectively. Intradiegetic narrators are of two types: a homodiegetic narrator participates as a character in the story. Such a narrator cannot know more about other characters than what their actions reveal. A heterodiegetic narrator, in contrast, describes the experiences of the characters that appear in the story in which he or she does not participate. Most narrators present their story from one of the following perspectives (called narrative modes): first-person, third-person limited, or (third-person) omniscient. A first-person narrator offers the potential for unreliability, which means it can both reveal and obscure the narrator's actions and feelings. A third-person limited narrator, otherwise known as close third-person, is also focused on a character's perception and experience of the world, but without the ability to lie. A third-person omniscient narrator can give a panoramic view of the world of the story, revealing the thoughts and actions of more than one character, and into the broader background of a story. Literary theory Edit The Russian semiotician Boris Uspensky identifies five planes on which point of view is expressed in a narrative: 1) spatial, 2) temporal, 3) psychological, 4) phraseological, and 5) ideological. The American literary critic Susan Sniader Lanser also develops these categories. The temporal point of view can refer to narrative tense, or it can refer to how detailed or summarized the narration is. For example, when events are narrated after they have occurred (posterior narration), the narrator is in a privileged position to the characters in the story and can delve into the deeper significance of events and happenings, pointing out the missteps and missed meanings of the characters. The temporal point of view also focuses on the pace of the narration. The narrative pace can either be accelerated or slowed down. Narrative retardation (slowing down of narration) foregrounds events and suggests what is to be noticed by the reader, whereas summation or acceleration of narrative pace places events and happenings in the background, diminishing their importance. The psychological point of view focuses on the characters' behaviors. Lanser concludes that this is "an extremely complex aspect of point of view, for it encompasses the broad question of the narrator's distance or affinity to each character and event…represented in the text." Negative comments distance the reader from a character's point of view while positive evaluations create affinity with his or her perspective. The phraseological point of view focuses on the speech characteristics of the characters and the narrator. For example, the names, titles, epithets, and sobriquets given to a character may evaluate a character's actions or speech and express a narrative point of view. The ideological point of view is not only "the most basic aspect of point of view" but also the "least accessible to formalization, for its analysis relies to a degree, on intuitive understanding." This aspect of the point of view focuses on the norms, values, beliefs, and Weltanschauung (worldview) of the narrator or a character. The ideological point of view may be stated outright—what Lanser calls "explicit ideology"—or it may be embedded at "deep-structural" levels of the text and not easily identified. A first-person point of view reveals the story through an openly self-referential and participating narrator. First person creates a close relationship between the narrator and reader, by referring to the viewpoint character with first person pronouns like I and me (as well as we and us, whenever the narrator is part of a larger group). That is, the narrator openly acknowledges their own existence. Frequently, the first-person narrator is the protagonist, whose inner thoughts are expressed to the audience, even if not to any of the other characters. A first person narrator with a limited perspective is not able to witness or understand all facets of any situation. Thus, a narrator with this perspective will not be able to report the circumstances fully and will leave the reader with a subjective record of the plot details. Additionally, this narrator's character could be pursuing a hidden agenda or may be struggling with mental or physical challenges that further hamper their ability to tell the reader the whole, accurate truth of events. This form includes temporary first-person narration as a story within a story, wherein a narrator or character observing the telling of a story by another is reproduced in full, temporarily and without interruption shifting narration to the speaker. The first-person narrator can also be the focal character. The viewpoint character is not necessarily the focal character: examples of supporting viewpoint characters include Doctor Watson, Scout in To Kill a Mockingbird, and Nick Carraway of The Great Gatsby. The second-person point of view is a point of view similar to first-person in its possibilities of unreliability. The narrator recounts their own experience but adds distance (often ironic) through the use of the second-person pronoun you. This is not a direct address to any given reader even if it purports to be, for example in the metafictional If on a winter's night a traveler by Italo Calvino. Notable examples of second-person include the novel Bright Lights, Big City by Jay McInerney, the short fiction of Lorrie Moore and Junot Díaz, the short story The Egg by Andy Weir, and Second Thoughts by Michel Butor. Sections of N. K. Jemisin's The Fifth Season and its sequels are also narrated in the second person. You are not the kind of guy who would be at a place like this at this time of the morning. But here you are, and you cannot say that the terrain is entirely unfamiliar, although the details are fuzzy. Mohsin Hamid's The Reluctant Fundamentalist and Gamebooks, including the American Choose Your Own Adventure and British Fighting Fantasy series (the two largest examples of the genre), are not true second-person narratives, because there is an implicit narrator (in the case of the novel) or writer (in the case of the series) addressing an audience. This device of the addressed reader is a near-ubiquitous feature of the game-related medium, regardless of the wide differences in target reading ages and role-playing game system complexity. Similarly, text-based interactive fiction, such as Colossal Cave Adventure and Zork, conventionally has descriptions that address the user, telling the character what they are seeing and doing. This practice is also encountered occasionally in text-based segments of graphical games, such as those from Spiderweb Software, which make ample use of pop-up text boxes with character and location descriptions. Most of Charles Stross's novel Halting State is written in second person as an allusion to this style. In the third-person narrative mode, the narration refers to all characters with third person pronouns like he, she, or they, and never first- or second-person pronouns. Third-person narration can include an omniscient narrator; close or limited points of view; or a combination of the two. Sometimes, third-person narration is called the "he/she" perspective, and, on even rarer occasions, author/omniscient point of view. A third person omniscient narrator can convey information about multiple characters, places, and events in the story, including any given character's thoughts, and a third-person close or limited narration conveys the knowledge and subjective experience of just one character. Third person narration, in both its limited and omniscient variants, became the most popular narrative perspective during the 20th century. Omniscient or limited Edit Omniscient point of view is presented by a narrator with an overarching perspective, seeing and knowing everything that happens within the world of the story, including what each of the characters is thinking and feeling. The inclusion of an omniscient narrator is typical in nineteenth-century fiction including works by Charles Dickens, Leo Tolstoy, and George Eliot. It sometimes even takes a subjective approach. One advantage of narrative omniscience is that it enhances the sense of objective reliability (that is, apparent truthfulness) of the plot, which may be important with more complex narratives. The third-person omniscient narrator can have its own personality, offering judgments and opinions on the behavior of the story characters. Some works of fiction, especially novels, employ multiple points of view, with different points of view presented in discrete sections or chapters, including The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje, The Emperor's Children by Claire Messud, and the A Song of Ice and Fire series by George R. R. Martin. The Home and the World, written in 1916 by Rabindranath Tagore, is another example of a book with three different point-of-view characters. In The Heroes of Olympus series, the point of view alternates between characters at intervals. The Harry Potter series focuses on the protagonist for much of the seven novels, but sometimes deviates to other characters, particularly in the opening chapters of later novels in the series, which switch from the view of the eponymous Harry to other characters (for example, the Muggle Prime Minister in the Half-Blood Prince).[non-primary source needed] Examples of Limited or close third-person point of view, confined to one character's perspective, include J.M. Coetzee's Disgrace. Subjective or objective Edit Subjective point of view is when the narrator conveys the thoughts, feelings, and opinions of one or more characters. If this is just one character, it can be termed third-person limited, in which the reader is limited to the thoughts of some particular character (often the protagonist) as in the first-person mode, except still giving personal descriptions using third-person pronouns. This is often the main character (for example, Gabriel in James Joyce's "The Dead", Nathaniel Hawthorne's Young Goodman Brown, or Santiago in Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea). Certain third-person omniscient modes are also classifiable as using the third person, subjective mode when they switch between the thoughts and feelings of all the characters. In contrast to the broad, sweeping perspectives seen in many 19th-century novels, third-person subjective is sometimes called the "over the shoulder" perspective; the narrator only describes events perceived and information known by a character. At its narrowest and most subjective scope, the story reads as though the viewpoint character were narrating it; dramatically this is very similar to the first person, in that it allows in-depth revelation of the protagonist's personality, but does not permit the same level of unreliability. Free indirect speech is a literary term that refers to the presentation of a character's thoughts in the voice of the third-person narrator. Objective point of view employs a narrator who tells a story without describing any character's thoughts, opinions, or feelings; instead, it gives an objective, unbiased point of view. Often the narrator is self-dehumanized in order to make the narrative more neutral. This type of narrative mode is often seen outside of fiction in newspaper articles, biographical documents, and scientific journals. This narrative mode can be described as a "fly-on-the-wall" or "camera lens" approach that can only record the observable actions but does not interpret these actions or relay what thoughts are going through the minds of the characters. Works of fiction that use this style emphasize characters acting out their feelings observably. Internal thoughts, if expressed, are given through an aside or soliloquy. While this approach does not allow the author to reveal the unexpressed thoughts and feelings of the characters, it does allow the author to reveal information that not all or any of the characters may be aware of. An example of this so-called camera-eye perspective is "Hills Like White Elephants" by Ernest Hemingway. This narrative mode is also called third-person dramatic because the narrator, like the audience of a drama, is neutral and ineffective toward the progression of the plot—merely an uninvolved onlooker. Alternating- or multiple-person Edit While the tendency for novels (or other narrative works) is to adopt a single point of view throughout the entire novel, some authors have utilized other points of view that, for example, alternate between different first-person narrators or alternate between a first- and a third-person narrative mode. The ten books of the Pendragon adventure series, by D. J. MacHale, switch back and forth between a first-person perspective (handwritten journal entries) of the main character along his journey as well as a disembodied third-person perspective focused on his friends back home. Margaret Atwood's Alias Grace provides one character's viewpoint from first-person as well as another character's from third-person limited. Often, a narrator using the first person will try to be more objective by also employing the third person for important action scenes, especially those in which they are not directly involved or in scenes where they are not present to have viewed the events in firsthand. This mode is found in Barbara Kingsolver's The Poisonwood Bible. In William Faulkner's As I Lay Dying, even the perspective of a deceased person is included. Audrey Niffenegger's The Time Traveler's Wife alternates between an art student named Clare, and a librarian named Henry. John Green and David Levithan's novel Will Grayson, Will Grayson rotates between two boys both named Will Grayson. It alternates between both boys telling their part of the story, how they meet and how their lives then come together. K.A. Applegate's Animorphs series contains four special-edition books, the Megamorphs books, in which narration alternates among the six main characters, Jake, Rachel, Tobias, Cassie, Marco, and Ax. A writer may choose to let several narrators tell the story from different points of view. Then it is up to the reader to decide which narrator seems most reliable for each part of the story. See for instance the works of Louise Erdrich. William Faulkner's As I Lay Dying is a prime example of the use of multiple narrators. Faulkner employs stream of consciousness to narrate the story from various perspectives. In Indigenous American communities, narratives and storytelling are often told by a number of elders in the community. In this way, the stories are never static because they are shaped by the relationship between narrator and audience. Thus, each individual story may have countless variations. Narrators often incorporate minor changes in the story in order to tailor the story to different audiences. The use of multiple narratives in a story is not simply a stylistic choice, but rather an interpretive one that offers insight into the development of a larger social identity and the impact that has on the overarching narrative, as explained by Lee Haring. Haring analyzes the use of framing in oral narratives, and how the usage of multiple perspectives provides the audience with a greater historical and cultural background of the narrative. She also argues that narratives (particularly myths and folktales) that implement multiple narrators deserves to be categorized as its own narrative genre, rather than simply a narrative device that is used solely to explain phenomena from different points of view. Haring provides an example from the Arabic folktales of One Thousand and One Nights to illustrate how framing was used to loosely connect each story to the next, where each story was enclosed within the larger narrative. Additionally, Haring draws comparisons between Thousand and One Nights and the oral storytelling observed in parts of rural Ireland, islands of the Southwest Indian Ocean, and African cultures such as Madagascar. "I'll tell you what I'll do," said the smith. "I'll fix your sword for you tomorrow, if you tell me a story while I'm doing it." The speaker was an Irish storyteller in 1935, framing one story in another (O'Sullivan 75, 264). The moment recalls the Thousand and One Nights, where the story of "The Envier and the Envied" is enclosed in the larger story told by the Second Kalandar (Burton 1: 113-39), and many stories are enclosed in others." Narrative tense Edit In narrative past tense, the events of the plot occur before the narrator's present. This is by far the most common tense in which stories are expressed. This could be in the narrator's distant past or their immediate past, which for practical purposes is the same as their present. Past tense can be used regardless of whether the setting is in the reader's past, present, or future. In narratives using present tense, the events of the plot are depicted as occurring in the narrator's current moment of time. A recent example of novels narrated in the present tense are those of the Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins. Present tense can also be used to narrate events in the reader's past. This is known as "historical present". This tense is more common in spontaneous conversational narratives than in written literature, though it is sometimes used in literature to give a sense of immediacy of the actions. Screenplay action is also written in the present tense. The future tense is the most rare, portraying the events of the plot as occurring some time after the narrator's present. Often, these upcoming events are described such that the narrator has foreknowledge (or supposed foreknowledge) of their future, so many future-tense stories have a prophetic tone. An example being Story of Your Life by Ted Chiang. Narrative technique Edit Stream of consciousness gives the (typically first-person) narrator's perspective by attempting to replicate the thought processes—as opposed to simply the actions and spoken words—of the narrative character. Often, interior monologues and inner desires or motivations, as well as pieces of incomplete thoughts, are expressed to the audience but not necessarily to other characters. Examples include the multiple narrators' feelings in William Faulkner's The Sound and the Fury and As I Lay Dying, and the character Offred's often fragmented thoughts in Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale. Irish writer James Joyce exemplifies this style in his novel Ulysses. Unreliable narrator Edit Unreliable narration involves the use of an untrustworthy narrator. This mode may be employed to give the audience a deliberate sense of disbelief in the story or a level of suspicion or mystery as to what information is meant to be true and what is meant to be false. Unreliable narrators are usually first-person narrators; however, a third-person narrator may be unreliable. An example is J.D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye, in which the novel's narrator Holden Caulfield is biased, emotional, and juvenile, divulging or withholding certain information deliberately and at times probably quite unreliable. See also Edit - Hühn, Peter; Sommer, Roy (2012). "Narration in Poetry and Drama". The Living Handbook of Narratology. Interdisciplinary Center for Narratology, University of Hamburg. - Chamberlain, Daniel Frank (1990). Narrative Perspective in Fiction: A Phenomenological Meditation of Reader, Text, and World. ITHAKA. ISBN 9780802058386. JSTOR 10.3138/j.ctt2ttgv0. - James McCracken, ed. (2011). The Oxford English Dictionary (Online ed.). Oxford University Press. Retrieved 16 October 2011. - Boris Uspensky, A Poetics of Composition: The Structure of the Artistic Text and Typology of Compositional Form, trans. Valentina Zavarin and Susan Wittig (Berkeley, CA: University of California Press, 1973). - Susan Sniader Lanser, The Narrative Act: Point of View in Prose Fiction (Princeton, NJ: Princeton University Press. 1981). - Lanser, 201–02. - Uspensky, 8. - Lanser, 216–17. - Wyile, Andrea Schwenke (1999). "Expanding the View of First-Person Narration". Children's Literature in Education. 30 (3): 185–202. doi:10.1023/a:1022433202145. ISSN 0045-6713. S2CID 142607561. - "Halting State, Review". Publishers Weekly. 1 October 2007. - Charles Stross. "And another thing". - Paul Ricoeur (15 September 1990). Time and Narrative. University of Chicago Press. pp. 89–. ISBN 978-0-226-71334-2. - "Ranjbar Vahid. The Narrator, Iran: Baqney 2011" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 24 December 2012. Retrieved 17 February 2012. - Herman, David; Jahn, Manfred; Ryan (2005), Routledge Encyclopedia of Narrative Theory, Taylor & Francis, p. 442, ISBN 978-0-415-28259-8 - Rowling, J.K. (2005). Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. London: Bloomsbury. pp. 6–18. ISBN 978-0-7475-8108-6. - Mountford, Peter. "Third-Person Limited: Analyzing Fiction's Most Flexible Point of View". writersdigest.com. Writer's Digest. Retrieved 28 July 2020. - Dynes, Barbara (2014). "Using Third Person". Masterclasses in Creative Writing. United Kingdom: Constable & Robinson. ISBN 978-1-47211-003-9. Retrieved 28 July 2020. - White, Claire E. (2004). "D.J. MacHale Interview". The Internet Writing Journal. Writers Write. Retrieved 25 January 2023. - Piquemal, 2003. From Native North American Oral Traditions to Western Literacy: Storytelling in Education. - Haring, Lee (27 August 2004). "Framing in Oral Narrative". Marvels & Tales. 18 (2): 229–245. doi:10.1353/mat.2004.0035. ISSN 1536-1802. S2CID 143097105. - Walter, Liz (26 July 2017). "When no one was looking, she opened the door: Using narrative tenses". cambridge.org. Cambridge University Press. Retrieved 28 July 2020. - Schiffrin, Deborah (March 1981). "Tense Variation in Narrative". Language. 57 (1): 45–62. doi:10.2307/414286. ISSN 0097-8507. JSTOR 414286. - "stream of consciousness – literature". - Murphy, Terence Patrick; Walsh, Kelly S. (2017). "Unreliable Third Person Narration? The Case of Katherine Mansfield". Journal of Literary Semantics. 46 (1): 67–85. doi:10.1515/jls-2017-0005. S2CID 171741675. Further reading Edit - Rasley, Alicia (2008). The Power of Point of View: Make Your Story Come to Life (1st ed.). Cincinnati, Ohio: Writer's Digest Books. ISBN 978-1-59963-355-8. - Card, Orson Scott (1988). Characters and Viewpoint (1st ed.). Cincinnati, Ohio: Writer's Digest Books. ISBN 978-0-89879-307-9. - Fludernik, Monika (1996). Towards a "Natural" Narratology. London: Routledge. - Genette, Gérard. Narrative Discourse. An Essay in Method. Transl. by Jane Lewin. Oxford: Blackwell 1980 (Translation of Discours du récit). - Stanzel, Franz Karl. A theory of Narrative. Transl. by Charlotte Goedsche. Cambridge: CUP 1984 (Transl. of Theorie des Erzählens).

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01 Nov The Semmelweis Effect WHEN HEALERS ARE AHEAD OF HISTORY While historians credit Louis Pasteur with articulating the germ theory of disease, many others came before him who began to tease out the ideas that led to this deeper understanding of illness. One of these doctors, the 18th century physician Ignatz Semmelweis, spent much of his time taking care of women who developed puerperal fever (childbed fever) after giving birth at a hospital in Vienna. The hospital where he worked had two delivery areas. In the first, physicians came to deliver babies after spending mornings doing surgeries as well as autopsies; many of which were done on women who had died of puerperal fever. The second birthing area was run by midwives who solely focused on helping with childbirth. Semmelweis noticed that a higher rate of women who gave birth with a doctor died of fever, and that only half as many who went to midwives did (16% compared to 7%). He wondered if there was a connection between doctors moving from surgery and autopsies to entering the delivery room and the illness. He ran an experiment where he had doctors and midwives wash their hands before helping with delivery for a year. Subsequently, the percentage of women who died of fever went down to around 2% in both groups. However, despite the evidence that the washing of hands somehow prevented the disease, his colleagues rejected his findings as being akin to witchcraft. While this kind of resistance to change can be seen within all systems, it also appears that Semmelweis was not a great communicator. According to one article: Semmelweis with his undiplomatic behavior made more professional enemies than friends in Vienna and had to leave for Budapest to work in a city hospital for the rest of his life. Semmelweis published a book “Etiology, the concept, and the prevention of puerperal fever” in 1860, after 13 years of his study. The book had an unwelcome response; it was criticized for poor language and unprofessional writing style. Semmelweis could not tolerate the criticism and suffered with bouts of depression, rage, paranoia, and forgetfulness. He ended up in a mental asylum and died in 1865. History is often written by those with the most power, as well as the best communication and social skills. Those who are better able to walk a fine line – gently challenging systems that they are a part of rather than attacking the system – often have more success at changing a system than those who are not. DR. SARNO AS A MODERN DAY SEMMELWEIS A more recent corollary to this problem is the story of Dr John Sarno, who came to believe that back pain was often a mind body problem which was caused by the repression of emotions rather than structural issues like a “herniated disc”. While Dr. Sarno did not have as much difficulty communicating as Dr. Semmelweis, his profoundly progressive ideas about his field were not embraced in his lifetime. Being pushed to the edges of the medical system was difficult for Dr Sarno, but he found a way to reach patients, as well as a handful of other practitioners, through a series of books that examined the mind body connection. While he had well documented success in treating patients through both his practice and his books, his ideas were dismissed by those in his field because he didn’t support his work with randomized control trials. Dr Sarno came to question the overriding paradigms of rehabilitation medicine because he found little success treating his patients with the methods that he had been taught to use: bed rest, traction, physical therapy, surgery etc. When he looked at the literature to support these treatments, he could find no compelling evidence that justified any of the practices he had been taught to use. A great fan of Sherlock Holmes, he went to look at his patients’ charts for clues. He found that over 80 percent of them had a history of 2 or more other illnesses that were believed to have a emotional or psychosomatic connection. He spent a couple of years talking with his patients about what was going on in their lives and he came to see that many of them were clearly repressing uncomfortable emotions, thoughts, and feelings. For example, he had one patients who thought his back pain was from his increased weight. It turned out that his weight had shot up because his wife and mother didn’t get along very well, and several nights a week he snuck over to his mother’s house where he ate dinner with her and then went home and had dinner with his wife. His real problem was that he had two overly controlling women in his life and he couldn’t say “no” to either of them. He began to instruct his patients to bring their attention to their emotions rather than the physical pain because he saw these problems as a distraction from, or a manifestation of, more complex emotional issue that they were too afraid to confront, or even see. When he got patients to embrace the emotional underpinning of their pain problem, he found that he had a great deal of success with healing their pain. One of these patients was a book agent who got Sarno a deal for his first book, “Mind Over Back Pain” in 1984. That book and the ones that followed, including the best seller “Healing Back Pain”, reached millions of people. Not every person had a miracle cure from reading the book, but plenty did. If you’re curious, you can search for “Dr Sarno” on twitter where you will find thousands of testimonials. You’ll also find a lot of people calling him a “quack”. While neither these tweets nor the thousands of wildly positive reviews of his books on Amazon (90% positive ratings – 69% 5 star) constitute “scientific data”, it’s hard to argue that he’s a total quack after reading through these thoughtful reviews. While he had no luck in convincing medical colleagues that the mind body connection was relevant to their work, several people that he helped went on to become doctors and carried on his work. Some of them – including Dr David Schechter, Dr Howard Schubiner, and Alan Gordon – have carried on his work and begun to publish studies based on methods grounded in his work. Dr Schubiner, who recently was involved in a very compelling study that is largely based on his work had this to say about Dr Sarno’s place in history: “Thomas Kuhn wrote about this in The Structure of Scientific Revolution. What he showed through all of these paradigm shifts in science was that ridicule occurs first. Then comes discrepancies in the science…something’s not right, something’s wrong in what we’re doing… and then comes the data. And now we have the data. We know how the brain works. We know that the back’s not broken most of the time. This paradigm is going to shift and Dr. Sarno is going to get the credit that he deserves. And when it shifts, everyone will say, ‘Oh yeah- we knew it all along.’” While Dr Sarno’s name is not yet written in the history books, I believe that he will get the credit he deserves for starting a deeper conversation about the power of mind body medicine. MIND BODY MEDICINE BEGINS TO ENTER MAINSTREAM AWARENESS A little over one year ago, on Sept 29, 2021, JAMA published a study authored by Yoni K Asher PhD, Alan Gordon LCSW, and Howard Schubiner,MD, Effect of Pain Reprocessing Therapy vs Placebo and Usual Care for Patients With Chronic Back Pain. Both Gordon and Schubiner, who were mentioned above, were patients of Dr Sarno. After finding healing themselves, they built on Dr. Sarno’s mind body approach and devoted their practice to continuing his work, and building upon it. Alan Gordon published the book “The Way Out” just a few weeks before the study came out and Dr Schubiner’s book “Unlearn Your Pain” came out in 2010. Asher, Gordon, and Schubiner’s study was met with profound interest, yet it also faced a great deal of skepticism. Still, it was one of the most read studies of 2021. A Washington Post piece by Nathaniel Frank, the director of the “What We Know Project” at Cornell University which aggregates scholarly research for the general public, was published on Oct 15, 2021. This article made it clear just how important the study was. The latest evidence comes in a peer-reviewed study just published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry that includes striking results from a randomized controlled trial conducted at the University of Colorado at Boulder. In the study, 151 subjects with persistent back pain were randomly assigned to one of three groups. A third of them were given no treatment other than their usual care (the control group), a third were given a placebo, and a third were given eight one-hour sessions of a new treatment called “pain reprocessing therapy” (PRT). Developed by Alan Gordon, director of the Pain Psychology Center in Los Angeles, the technique teaches patients to reinterpret pain as a neutral sensation coming from the brain rather than as evidence of a dangerous physical condition. As people come to view their pain as uncomfortable but nonthreatening, their brains rewire the neural pathways that were generating the pain signals, and the pain subsides. […] This new research is the latest to validate Sarno’s theory that much chronic pain is not structural but is a mind-body phenomenon, and that changing our perceptions — gaining knowledge, altering beliefs, thinking and feeling differently — can dramatically reduce the pain. This does not mean the pain is imagined or “all in the head.” It’s a brain response, like blushing, crying or elevated heart rate — all bodily reactions to emotional stimuli. “Pain is an opinion,” neuroscientists often say, suggesting not that pain isn’t factually present but that all pain is generated by our brains, and is thus reliant on the brain’s fallible perception of danger. I’d been waiting for the study to come out for years and hoped that it might move the needle on awareness of Dr. Sarno’s work. I’m a filmmaker, and with my partners Suki Hawley, and David Beilinson, I made a documentary about Dr. Sarno that is also very personal, so I was very excited about the impact this study was having. The previous year I had pitched Erik Vance, the editor of the Well Column in The New York Times, about doing an article about Dr Sarno and our film. He had recently taken over the position at Well and had put out a call for pitches on twitter. I sent him a request that he run something about the impact of Dr. Sarno’s work. My note confused him a little; he was unsure about whether or not I was a “writer” pitching a freelance article. I was happy to write one, but I was not really a freelance journalist; I was writing more with a pinch of hope that a new editor might consider recognizing Dr Sarno’s contributions to the field. For some context: the Times had never written about Dr Sarno until they published an obituary the weekend that our film about his work opened. While the film got a decent review in the Times, we were unable to get anyone, in any outlet whatsoever, to write a substantive article about his work. Still, in the years since the film had come out, awareness of the impact of trauma on health had increased dramatically, and that in turn has led to a greater awareness of an evolving understanding of pain that was more in line with Dr Sarno’s thinking. I figured that a new editor might be interested in looking at this shift. I was wrong. He was deeply skeptical of Dr Sarno’s work and explained that it was “a little late to write about Dr Sarno”. This response was both expected and a little shocking. I pushed back on Vance’s contention that it was too late to give Dr Sarno credit for his work. After several increasingly exasperated responses, the editor explained that he might be interested in covering Dr Sarno’s work if an eminent neurologist like Tor Wager were to do a study of his methods. I was aware that Wager was involved in the previously mentioned study. He was doing FMRI’s of patients brains to see how the mind body treatment impacted them vs placebo, or standard care. So, when the study came out a year after we first talked, I immediately sent it to the editor. I did not get a response. I believe I also sent him Nathaniel Frank’s piece as well when it was published two weeks later. A few weeks after that “The Well” section ran a multi article series on chronic pain which included a piece written by a science writer who was healed by using Dr. Sarno’s methods. While the author states that she was “cured” by following Dr. Sarno’s recommendations, her piece begins by undermining the validity of the work, revealing the kind of bias against the impact of emotions that has been pervasive in the fields of “science” and “medicine” over the past 70 years, “Every time someone tells me their back’s been giving them trouble, I lower my voice before launching into my spiel: “I swear I’m not woo-woo, but … ” “Woo” is a term used to denote “unscientific science”: ideas that have not been sufficiently proven using randomized control trials. One problem with randomized control trials is that, for the most part, the impact of emotions on physical health has been largely ignored as part of these studies for decades. Emotions are messy, individualistic, and seemingly disconnected from classifications of genetics, gender, race, and class, and therefore difficult to account for. So, when studying drugs, surgeries, or other treatments, emotional factors were simply not included in data sets that determine the effectiveness of various treatments. In some sense, this is like being a car mechanic and only focusing on mechanical systems while ignoring the fluid systems. If you pretend that the fluid systems are not important because you can’t quantify how they work, then it’s very likely your car will die much earlier. After explaining her pain, as well as Dr. Sarno’s basic ideas, DeMelo closes the first section of the article with, I appreciated the tidy logic of Dr. Sarno’s theory: emotional pain causes physical pain. And I liked the reassurance it gave me that even though my pain didn’t stem from a wonky gait or my sleeping position, it was real. I didn’t like that no one in the medical community seemed to side with Dr. Sarno, or that he had no studies to back up his program. But I couldn’t deny it worked for me. After exorcising a diary’s worth of negative feelings over four months, I was — in spite of my incredulousness — cured. Rather than doing further research on Dr Sarno’s work, or how it is connected to a host of other doctors who have made the connection between the repression of emotions and illness, DeMelo centers her own skepticism. By taking an N of 1 approach – wherein the focus is on the author’s experience only, proceeding under the assumption that this experience is not “fully valid” and can’t be considered data because it is anecdotal – the piece undercuts any argument that Dr Sarno’s work was valid. Taking a similar approach, writer Nathaniel Frank, the author of the above mentioned Washington Post Piece about the JAMA study (this piece includes discussion of a separate study by Michael Doninno that sought to confirm Dr Sarno’s work ) also writes from a personal perspective, but has different conclusions. Frank was saved by Dr. Sarno, and uses that understanding to highlight the increasing drumbeat of science that is beginning to emerge that strongly confirms his basic ideas about mind body medicine. The fact that the medical community has completely ignored this work says a lot about the problems of science writing and skepticism. The Times article is titled “I Have to Believe This Book Cured My Pain”, and the subheading is “A science writer investigates the 30-year-old claims of an iconoclastic doctor who said chronic pain was mostly mental.” It seems somewhat problematic to me that the author is declared to be a science writer, but writes the piece more from the perspective as a skeptical patient rather than as a “science writer”. Unfortunately, DeMelo leans into the skepticism and fails to do any substantive research into Dr. Sarno’s work nor his evolving understanding of pain. DeMelo only mentions that she read Dr. Sarno’s most popular book “Healing Back Pain” which was published in 1991 and written for patients rather than practitioners. In 2006, Dr Sarno published “The Divided Mind”, which included contributions from many other doctors, and focuses much more on the theories that support the work. It makes very little sense that a “science writer” chose to ignore the ways in which Dr Sarno’s ideas evolved as he continued to practice and publish for more than two decades after writing “Healing Back Pain”. It doesn’t help that the editors chose the subheading that they did. DeMelo interviews a few pain experts, but only mentions the 30-year-old book written for a popular audience while failing to research whether or not the work continued to evolve, or how it might be connected to other work that was being done. What made me most disappointed is that the article goes on to quote two people who were central to the groundbreaking JAMA study that had come out six weeks earlier, yet it fails to mention the study. After the opening discussion of the author’s personal experience of healing using the book, the next section beings with a quote from Dr Tor Wager, whose FMRI’s readings are part of that JAMA study. “The idea is now mainstream that a substantial proportion of people can be helped by rethinking the causes of their pain,” said Tor Wager, a neuroscience professor at Dartmouth College and the director of its Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab. “But that’s different than the idea that your unresolved relationship with your mother is manifesting as pain.” Dr Sarno’s theories were rooted in an understanding of Freud. While Dr Wager might be intending to distance himself and his work from Dr Sarno, the article also quotes Dr Schubiner who was a principal investigator in the study, The bottom line, according to Dr. Howard Schubiner, a protégé of Dr. Sarno, is that “all pain is real, and all pain is generated by the brain.” Today Dr. Schubiner is the director of the Mind Body Medicine Program in Southfield, Mich., and a clinical professor at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. “Whether pain is triggered by stress or physical injury, the brain generates the sensations,” he said. “And — this is a mind-blowing concept — it’s not just reflecting what it feels, it’s deciding whether to turn pain on or off.” While the article treats Dr Schubiner respectfully, it fails to mention that Wager and Schubiner had been part of a study that delivered powerful confirmation of the import of Dr Sarno’s work. Given my previous back and forth with Mr Vance, I was not surprised, but I was disappointed. Both the author and the editor are part of the science writing system. In order to be a part of that system, one has to have faith in the rules of that system. Over the past 70 years, the randomized control trial has become the “gold standard” for advancing knowledge. The problem with this system is that, like many other systems, it often becomes stuck in its basic tenets and has trouble recognizing how this can create profound barriers for those who question the basic tenets. Over the past 70 years, people’s emotions have been shunted off to psychology, and any mention of them in regards to “medicine” are dismissed as “woo”. SYSTEMS AND KNOWLEDGE For many years I’ve been thinking a lot about how systems simultaneously create pathways to knowledge and profound limits to the expansion of knowledge. To thrive within a system one has to (on some level) both understand and accept the “rules” of that system. Often these rules aren’t entirely clear, but those who do thrive understand them even if they can’t articulate them. I’ve often found myself understanding what’s expected but uncomfortable conforming to those expectations. As I’ve gotten older, and perhaps a little wiser, I’ve stopped caring as much that I don’t fit in them, and that I don’t have the power to change them. Some of this illumination has to do with my work around our film about Dr Sarno, but it’s related to all of the various work I do, including posts like this one. As a filmmaker, I’ve never made films that fit within the expectations of the various film systems, so I’ve always had to figure out how to work outside of those systems to get them seen (we have self distributed all our own work which means that those within the system don’t feel compelled to engage with that work). As a photographer I’ve never made work that has been embraced by the photo system. So, social media has helped me get that various work into the world. I appreciate social media for that reason but also see the perils of it. Without social media the mall work I shot in 1989 would not have been seen, and even with the continued viral nature of it, no gallery has been interested in showing it. It exists in the world but not within that system because it isn’t of that system. Dr Sarno’s work was viral before social media, and it still exists and impacts people but largely outside of the medical system – which also means it exists outside of the media system. So, as filmmakers who aren’t of the film system, who made a film about a doctor who was shunned from the medical system, we made a film that no one in the media system would write about. Systems rely on other systems for confirmation. This leaves a great deal of knowledge stuck outside of general awareness. While Dr Sarno’s work impacts so many, it has largely been left out of the medical conversation, even as it’s a driving force of the change taking place within the system. THE HISTORY OF MEDICINE IN THE 20th CENTURY To make sense of what has taken place in the 20th century, it’s important to look back at the the 17th century. At that time, Rene Descartes got into some trouble with the church when he began to discuss consciousness and the brain. In order to keep his own head he agreed to leave the brain to the church and focused his attention in the body. It wasn’t until the late 19th century when Freud presented his ideas of the unconscious that the brain moved back into the realm of science. However by the second half of the 20th century, the bio-technical approach to medicine gained increasing traction, and all discussion of the emotions was squeezed out of the medical realm. This approach was data driven and relied on randomized controlled trials to prove that medicines, and other medical techniques worked better than a placebo (placebo was dismissed as not being a “real effect,” when in fact the placebo represents the power of belief). For the most part, these trials focused on how a physical, chemical, or biological intervention impacted healing. These randomized control trials rarely included data on emotional factors (because the inclusion of emotional factors makes the data less clear), and as this approach to medicine gained more ground, any discussion of emotional impacts, or treatments that involved a focus on the emotions, was pushed to the outskirts of the scientific community. The result of this history is two-fold: the medical community has no interest in embracing awareness of the mind body connection, and also limited incentives – there is a relatively minuscule amount of funding for medical studies that focus on emotionally-based treatments. It’s hard to get the the same kind of clarity from an emotionally based study as one can from one that simply focuses on how a chemical compound affects people. There’s also very little financial upside for the systems that might “invest” in mind body treatments. The fact is, everyone has different stressors and different reactions to stressors, so everyone will react/respond to different ways. The conundrum we have is that for decades we have pushed discussion of emotions to the edges of our society. It’s not simply a medical reorganization we need, but a cultural one as well. It was not always like this. In the late 19th century and the early part of the 20th century, Sigmund Freud’s theories of the unconscious led to an increase in the awareness of the impact of emotions on physical health. It wasn’t just Freud though; doctors like Hans Selye wrote papers of the impact of stress on the human body; and there was widespread awareness that our thoughts and the stress we struggled with, impacted our physical bodies. However, after World War 2 the practice of medicine increasingly became focused on finding cures using chemical compounds, surgeries, and physical interventions. There was a belief that if we just figured out what was going on in the body on the cellular and molecular level, we could find the cure for almost any illness. Ideas related to emotions were cordoned off into the fields of psychology and psychiatry. While psychology continued to focus on talk therapy, psychiatry became more focused on finding pharmaceutical interventions than emotional ones. While people continued to see therapists, they were not considered medical doctors like the psychiatrists who proscribed chemicals to cure depression and other “mental illnesses”. To be clear, some of these chemicals had profound effects. Lithium helped people to balance out their bipolar disorders and new drugs helped schizophrenics keep their illness in check. We also saw increasing effectiveness of certain drugs for cancer. This is not an argument that all medical interventions are bad or wicked. Instead, the point being made is that these successes often blinded the system to other ways of approaching the problems. By the 1970’s medical doctors became increasingly distanced from their patients’ emotional lives, and this pattern continued to grow more profound as the bio-technical approach increasingly diminished awareness of how emotions, and the repression of them, might affect the physical body. This situation was exacerbated by the fact that there was very few, if any, randomized control trials being done that might illuminate the connection between emotional stress/trauma and physical health. Without this data, any discussion of the emotions was deemed “unscientific” and dismissed as “woo”. This is where our first paragraph becomes important. If a system doesn’t have a way to integrate, or explore, ideas that don’t fit within a systems overriding paradigms, then the possibility of incorporating new knowledge gets limited. THE STORIES WE TELL Our brains are wired to tell stories, and from the moment we are born we take in stimuli and try to make sense of it through the process of storytelling. First we begin to make sense of our immediate surroundings through touch, smell, taste, hearing, and sight. I would add that I believe that we also have a sixth sense, we sense the energy of the people around us. If our caretakers have a calm energy then we might feel more safe. Early on, those surroundings are literally what’s right I front of us, and for the first few months we are either sleeping or searching for a breast or thumb to comfort us. Our genes, which shape much of who we are, have already wired us to develop in specific ways, and our brain first pushes us to meet our immediate core need for nourishment and comfort. For the few minutes between feedings that we are not sleeping our other senses take in more stimuli and begin the storytelling process. We many not remember these moments in words but they certainly have an effect on the stories that shape us. These stories become the stories that we tell ourselves about ourselves. We can see the breadth of this problem very clearly when we look at the chronic pain epidemic in America. Since 1985, when America first measured the cost of chronic pain, there has been an exponential spike in both the cost breadth of the problem. Dr Sarno came to see that many “medical” problems, often have a connection to emotional problems, was shunned and ignored for trying to bring attention to this connection. Yet, in the 70’s he predicted the coming epidemic and explained why it would happen. He understood that since the repression of emotions is a major causative factor in many instances of chronic pain his cure involves addressing the emotions directly. He asks patients to recognize the pressures and stresses that they put on themselves to be perfect and good, and make the connection between how this pressure creates a kind of internal unconscious rage at the expectation that they be so perfect. At the same time, trauma from childhood creates fear that these feeling will rise to the surface. So, he suggests that we turn our attention away from the symptom (pain), and redirect it towards accepting our emotions. This post is not meant as a dissertation on his work so I’ll point readers to his many books on the subject, or our film, for more complex explanations. The first line of the film is a personal one. I state in voice over, “The stories that we tell ourselves about about ourselves shape our sense of who we are.” For the last line we hear Dr Sarno state, on his final day in his office, “It all comes down to one simple idea; the mind and body are intimately related. That’s it, that’s the whole story.” The main problem that we faced for much of the 20th century and well into the 21st is that the medical system completely ignored the role of the mind. Like Semmelweis before him, Dr Sarno noticed a problem within the practice of medicine and he set out to figure out the solution by asking questions and trying out ideas. Dr Sarno was dismissed because he took a “trauma informed” approach to treating pain syndromes in an era where trauma wasn’t considered or discussed. While it is very quickly becoming normalized to discuss trauma (thanks to people like Bessel Van Der Kolk and Dr Gabor Mate) he developed his ideas 50 years ago when it was not. In short, he came to see that the origin of the back pain that so many of his patients suffered with had its roots in emotions that were being repressed due to childhood trauma, and that this was causing their pain. While this ideas is hard for many people to believe, when his patients worked to connect with those emotions they often had profound and long lasting relief from pain. As someone who has a long family history with him and his work (40 years), it made a lot of sense for me to become part of the story. In the end, his agreement to work with us to help tell his story put an incredible amount of responsibility on my shoulders to not give up on telling his story. It also means that in some ways I have a responsibility to not allow his contribution to get lost in the current rush of interest in trauma informed approaches to healing. The good news is, when I can get the film in front of people, it has a tremendous impact. Every week I get notes from people letting me know that the film has changed their lives. At the same time, despite all of the resources I have put into getting the film seen and written about, there has not been a single article written about the film or Dr Sarno. That’s not entirely true; Dr Sarno passed away the day before the film opened on what would have been his 94th birthday. Given that the film had opened that week, The NY Times ran an obituary about him on the Sunday of that first weekend of screenings. A couple of years later the website Vox ran a long article about back pain, and they failed to mention Dr Sarno. The author explained that she had heard about Dr Sarno, but “didn’t buy” his ideas. Still, she ran a largely skeptical follow up article with the headline, “America’s most famous back pain doctor said pain is in your head. Thousands think he’s right.” I begged the author to correct the headline because it was factually wrong. He never said that pain is all in your head, and this insinuation is damaging. She refused to change it, “We don’t agree with your interpretation of the headline, however, and the story is quite clear about his ideas, so we think it’s fine to leave.” This is the only piece that was written, and it started off with a profound bias against him. While an inflammatory title gets more clicks, it also further amplifies the kind of inaccurate narrative that leads to greater resistance to the simple idea that the mind and the body are intimately linked. Dr Sarno did a great deal of work to illuminate these very simple ideas. As a filmmaker involved with telling Dr Sarno’s story, I’ll continue to make the point that, like Semmelweis, he deserves much more credit than he’s received.

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A recent article in The Atlantic (Christakis, 2016) lamented the overemphasis on academics that characterizes much of early childhood education today, noting that the preschool and kindergarten years serve more as gatekeepers than supporters and “welcoming mats” to the elementary school years, particularly for children at risk. Indeed, the first five years of a child’s life are dedicated to the preparation for “kindergarten readiness,” and many teachers today are under pressure to engage in didactic teaching practices aimed at promoting young children’s literacy and math competencies. Unfortunately, such teaching methods often require young children to sit for long periods of time and reflect the use of highly structured teaching methods, paperwork and worksheets that are not in tune with the developmental needs of young children. Even more concerning is that less developmentally appropriate practices are not only ineffective but also stressful for young children. In fact, studies have shown that children in classrooms characterized by developmentally inappropriate practices show twice the level of stress (and stress-motivated behaviors) than their peers in more developmentally appropriate classrooms (Hart et al., 1998). What do we mean by developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood? For young children, play in the context of warm, supportive teacher-child relationships characterizes an optimal learning environment. David Elkind once said, “Learning teaches us what is known, play makes it possible for new things to be learned. There are many concepts and skills that can only be learned through play.” Unstructured play, also known as free play, provides so much opportunity for growth. As Horne (2018) explains, play allows young children to acquire and master skills across a variety of developmental domains. Further, children are free to invest their full emotional energy in their exploration and learning when they share predictable, warm relationships with their teachers, and teacher-child relationship quality is related to children’s more advanced play. What skills are learned through play? Play builds a variety of skills! Play in all areas of the early childhood classroom (e.g., centers such as the block area or pretend play area) offers opportunities for solitary play as well as play near and in collaboration with others. Such experiences help children build important social skills and mastery motivation (the desire to learn a new skill or master a new competency, for example). Allowing children to make their own choices about play promotes autonomy and mastery. In a world in which children have little power, play allows children to make choices according to their interests and goals. Additionally, play promotes communication and language skills — critical competencies given that it is through communication and language skills that our needs are met and desires are known throughout our lives. Language skills such as holding a conversation, negotiation, vocabulary, and listening skills are supported in play in all areas of the classroom. Moreover, through play, emotional skills — the foundation for so much learning — are also challenged and developed. The following are examples of skill development supported through play: Blocks and Manipulatives Building block towers invites opportunities to experiment with cause and effect and practice balance and eye-hand coordination. Building structures involves planning and reasoning, opportunities to notice and sort blocks by shape and size (categorization, seriation, classifying objects, parts and wholes) and provides practice in spatial orientation (e.g., how blocks fit together). Working with puzzles involves experiments with spatial orientation, problem solving, and eye-hand coordination. Explorations with Duplos, chunky Legos and similar materials invite experimentation with planning and problem-solving as well as exposure to sensory experiences. Toys that produce interesting effects, like a jack-in-the-box, promote young children’s more rapid cause and effect learning and application of that knowledge in later play (Hauf & Aschersleben, 2008). Over time, block play and play with manipulatives expose children to mathematical concepts in meaningful ways. For example, observing that two small square blocks equal one rectangular block is math, specifically fractions, at work! Sensory, Art and Music Experiences Painting, play dough, water play, sand play and other sensory experiences engage all five senses and provide cause and effect experimentation (e.g., what happens if I use a light stroke versus a heavy stroke; what happens when I keep pouring water into the cup?) Zero to Three (www.zerotothree.org) describes the development of cause and effect understanding as one of the foundational cognitive discoveries in the early childhood years. Like other areas of play, sensory play offers opportunities to explore rich new language as teachers and children notice interesting textures and scents and engage in visual exploration of interesting materials. Music experiences such as songs and chants promote literacy and language skills and also give young children practice in sequencing and memory skills (i.e., what comes next in this familiar story or repetitive chorus). The development of these types of cognitive skills creates a positive early foundation from which the child can grow; such skills are related to a variety of later school-readiness and academic outcomes. Pretend Play Experiences Pretend play promotes perspective-taking and has been linked with the development of children’s self-regulation skills. For example, as pretend play becomes more advanced, it requires children to modulate their emotions and behaviors in response to others so that the play continues. Self-regulation, the ability to alter our emotions and behaviors in response to internal (e.g., our thoughts) or external (e.g., others’ behaviors) signals play a role throughout life in helping us navigate social relationships, school and work environments. Pretend play also offers opportunities for practicing language skills, and children’s language acquisition is richer in the context of play than in other classroom activities (Cohen & Uhry, 2007). Stanley Greenspan explained that through pretend play children also explore major themes in life, such as what it means to love and be loved. The child cradling and feeding a doll in the pretend play area is not only imitating observed behaviors but also enacting how loving relationships look and feel. Motor Play Experiences Learning about our bodies is a fundamental task of early development. Through physical activity, children learn spatial awareness skills (e.g., imagine a toddler learning how to move her body around another child rather than walking into the other child), balance and how to be safe. Opportunities to practice fine and gross motor skills are also associated with children’s acquisition of strength and motor coordination. Moreover, providing interesting and novel materials promotes motor exploration. For example, infants make different types of stepping movements on coarse textures than they do on smooth textures. Motor play also offers opportunities for language exploration and for developing cognitive concepts, such as opposites (in/out of the sandbox; over/under the slide). Additionally, motor skills are related to many other areas of development. For example, the ability to crawl or walk allows a young child to move away from a caregiver or teacher and return, allowing infants and toddlers to practice managing brief separations. Even this type of brief separation and reunion reinforces that infants and toddlers can be effective in finding their “safe base” whenever needed. So, in short, motor skills are related to attachment relationships! Books provide opportunities for motor and sensory explorations as infants and toddlers explore books with their eyes, hands, and mouths. Books and storytelling invite toddlers and preschoolers to hypothesize what will happen next (e.g., “If you give a mouse a cookie…. What do you think he’ll want next?”) Books and storytelling proving opportunities to practice cognitive skills like sequencing (e.g., the repetitive text of “Caps for Sale” provides practice in sequencing). Young children’s stories addressing affective experiences (joy, sadness, anxiety) provide important openings to talk about the emotional cues, the contexts of emotions, empathy and perspective taking. From manipulating books, children acquire literacy knowledge including understandings of written language, letter and word identification and book knowledge. Sharing books and stories together, as with other forms of play, offer relationship building experiences as children, their peers, and teachers share interests and joy in being together. Cooperative Mealtime Experiences Mealtimes also offer developmental opportunities. Meals build a sense of community as children engage in prosocial behaviors such as setting the table, passing bowls of food around the table, talking and being together. Sensory explorations of food textures, scents, sights, and tastes promote sensory development and language skills. Math concepts, such as one to one correspondence, are supported as children place one cup and one plate at each place setting or as a teacher or other children notice: “I had three crackers. I ate one and so I have two crackers left.” Children’s sense of self and autonomy are supported as children serve themselves in family-style dining in the classroom. What does play look like? Play offers many developmental benefits when supported and promoted in ways that are sensitive and responsive to children’s cues and interests. Rymanowicz (2015) summarizes many of the key characteristics of high-quality play. - Self-chosen and self-directed. The beauty of play is that it is based on children’s emerging interests and goals rather than on those of the adults. This is a critical feature of play. For example, studies have shown that child-selected activities predict greater vocabulary skills than do teacher-directed activities (Lippard, Choi & Walter, 2019). - The process, not the product. It is through the process of play that skills are practiced and acquired regardless of what a final product might be. For example, it is the joy of feeling grass on the feet that promotes sensory development not the end result of walking outside. It is not a completed block structure that promotes skills development; it is the journey of selecting blocks, stacking them, determining what makes the structure balance or topple, and so on that builds competencies. Some play is exploratory with no particular goal in mind outside of experiencing the moment. Other play has a goal determined by the child, and, often such goals are more about the creation process than a particular product (e.g., consider how many times you notice a child’s process and ending outcomes change and morph as the child engages in play). - Individually constructed. The child or children in play together determine the structure of the play — that is, the organization, pace and boundaries of play. As I explain below, teachers can support and scaffold children’s experiences but their actions should be guided by children’s processes and cues. - Imaginative, Active, and Fluid. One of the most interesting things to watch in children’s play is that it is not always tied to the rules of the “real world.” In their play, children will escape the bounds of reality and, at other times, they will practice their understanding of the real world as expressed in their play. Play themes morph frequently, and these are examples of creative thinking and problem-solving. Teachers can learn a great deal about how children are feeling and what they are thinking by observing their play. It is important to understand that every child develops differently and because of this each child’s play will look differently. It is through play that young children learn about our “symbolic world” and the themes and subjects we experience every day. Child psychiatrist Stanley Greenspan created the Floortime approach, which emphasizes the importance of child-led floor time to engage the child in complex play scenarios that build on real world readiness skills. Floortime encourages children to take initiative but also learn to negotiate and tolerate frustration, to engage in longer play episodes as skills are acquired, to communicate interests and needs, and to plan and carry out actions. Greenspan’s model has most often been applied to children with special needs, but the principles of his approach are relevant to children of all developmental abilities. Greenspan’s approach also emphasizes the importance of the symbolic world and recommends identifying and supporting real-life experiences (e.g., encouraging role playing) that are known to the child and are of interest to the child. How do we support learning in play using a relationships-based approach? In an early childhood classroom, play should comprise the majority of the day. When children are enacting their own choices, they are fully engaged, which means their focus and attention are in full bloom and the opportunities are endless. Not only does this promote brain development and skill development, but it makes a young one want to come to school, want to learn and want to explore. But how is play best supported by relationships? Relationships promote play in two key ways. First, from an attachment-based perspective, young children’s experiences reflect a balance between the need for autonomy and exploration and the need for emotional security. When the needs for emotional security are not met, emotional and physical energy is channeled to security needs at the expense of autonomy and exploration. So, building close, predictable, warm relationships with young children affords them greater energy to devote toward autonomy and exploration, and that equates to greater learning and more optimal development. For example, research has shown that warm, secure teacher-child relationships promote preschoolers’ self-regulation skills (Cadima, Verschueren, Leal, & Guedes, 2016), and teachers’ responsive interactions with children are linked to children’s cognitive skills (Hamre, Hatfield, Pianta, & Jamil, 2014). Second, relationships provide the context in which teachers scaffold children’s play in individualized ways. As we observe young children in play, an infant mental health perspective leads us to ponder not only “What about the baby?” but “What about this child?” We ask ourselves, “What is the child thinking, feeling, experiencing in this moment? What does this child want and need in this moment?” From this reflective stance, with the goal of understanding the child’s internal states (e.g., thoughts, feelings, needs, goals), teachers respond with intention to support and scaffold children’s play in ways that are aligned to the child’s interests and goals. By carefully considering what children need from us, teachers communicate respect and appreciation for young children as individuals each with their own unique experiences, interests, and goals. In short, teacher-child relationships enable the child to feel felt and heard, and, in turn, children are emotionally fueled to learn and grow. Below are teaching practices that use the relationship to scaffold play and learning. - Be physically and emotionally present. Teaching is complex, challenging work. Given high rates of teacher stress, it can be difficult to be fully present in the moment with the child. Teachers have the difficult task of managing competing demands for their time, attention and support while also regulating their internal thoughts, emotions, and perceptions of stress. Yet, it is the teacher’s emotional presence and participation with children that promote children’s learning in the most optimal ways. - Watch and Respond to Cues: As noted by Rymanowicz (2015), teachers participate most sensitively by watching and responding to children’s cues. This allows the child to stay in the lead of play while also helping children to form connections between concepts in play. When teachers allow children to take the lead and wait for invitations to play, children are more likely to feel felt and heard. - Use Open-Ended Questions and Comments Wisely: Research has shown that teachers’ sensitive (well-timed and not intrusive) open-ended questions promote children’s more complex block building and pretend play skills. Well-placed questions and comments (e.g., observations about children’s activities) promote and extend play. - Value the Importance of Observation: Sally Provence once wisely advised, “Don’t just do something. Stand there and pay attention!” Sometimes being physically and emotionally present does not always involve direct interaction with the child. Sometimes supporting play means observing and learning about the child’s development from your observations. Being an active observer and learner alongside the child gives teachers important insights into children’s developmental needs and interests. These observations come in handy when planning future learning experiences. Sometimes supporting means interacting and scaffolding sensitively. - Share the Same Level in Space: Finally, being physically and emotionally present also extends to where and how teachers place themselves in the classroom. Taking time to talk with children at their eye level and using open body position/body language communicates to children that their thoughts, communicative intentions and/or words are valued and desired. - Respect the child’s discoveries. From our adult perspectives, we know how things are “supposed” to work; we understand the most effective and efficient ways to engage materials. We want to see children succeed. Collectively, this means that teachers may be tempted to show children the “right” way to engage materials or carry out play. Yet it is the creative process, the mistakes, the rethinking and execution of a new plan and “owning” the experiences and discoveries that promote children’s critical thinking, problem solving skills, conceptual development and sense of mastery (Rymanowicz, 2015). Support the child by using well placed open-ended questions to allow deeper investigations to take place. Early childhood teachers are most effective as partners in children’s play rather than as supervisors or leaders of the play. - Trust the process. Growth and development progresses in each child in unique timetables. A “one size fits all” approach to curricular development and teaching rarely works. Individualizing experiences for children and tailoring our interactions to each child’s temperament, prior experiences, interests and goals is most effective in promoting early development. - Avoid interruption and be flexible. As a teacher, I’d like to add another important attribute to this section. Play needs to be uninterrupted. Uninterrupted play means allowing a child to be an explorer and learner and being flexible when young children are immersed in play. For example, teachers who allow a child to finish play or come to a natural pausing or stopping point before inviting the child to diapering or toileting communicate respect for the child as an individual. Extending free play time for a few minutes to allow children to complete their play or supporting children who wish to bring a toy with them for self-care routines are other examples of flexibility. Finally, relationship-based approaches also inform how teachers create the early childhood environment. The environment is thought of as the third teacher and reflects teachers’ perspectives about relationships. Here are some aspects to think about when setting up a learning environment. - A classroom should be an inviting space that the children see as their own. Spaces for personal belongings, such as a cubby, and spaces for community belongings, such as where the watering can for the class plants is stored, help children know what to expect and to feel welcomed and valued. Other strategies include displaying children’s work throughout the classroom, involving children in care of the classroom, and creating photo books featuring children in the classroom, families, and shared experiences reflect high-quality relationship-based practices. Experts also suggest using the language of community, such as referring to the children in the classroom as “friends” and referring to “our classroom” to build relationships and emotional closeness (which translates into emotional energy for well-being and learning). - Another important element is the design of the room. Materials should be chosen for a reason rather than to fill shelves. Making materials easily accessible to children builds autonomy. The room should be created to inspire and promote wonder and curiosity. Play is for a critical component in healthy, early development. When supported and facilitated in effective ways, play has a dramatic impact on cognitive, language, physical and social-emotional development. As early childhood educators we have a huge job on our hands. A job that when done in effective, relationship-based ways contributes to children’s bright futures. I challenge you to imbed play into your curriculum. Allow children the time for uninterrupted, meaningful play and you will see the results! Good luck! Cadima, J., Verschueren, K., Leal, T. & Guedes, C. (2016). Classroom interactions, dyadic teacher–child relationships, and self–regulation in socially disadvantaged young children. Journal of abnormal child psychology, 44(1), 7-17. Christakis, E. (2016). The new preschool is crushing kids. The Atlantic, January/February. 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As a parent, I often wonder how nutrition affects my child’s development. It’s a question that has led me down a path of research and discovery. And what I’ve found is truly fascinating. Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting every aspect of a child’s growth, from physical to emotional development. In this article, we will delve into the importance of nutrition for child development, exploring the effects of malnutrition, the role of macronutrients and micronutrients, and the lifelong benefits of good nutrition in childhood. - Proper nutrition is essential for physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development in children. - Malnutrition can result in stunted growth, delayed cognitive development, and increased vulnerability to infections. - A well-balanced diet reduces the risk of chronic diseases in adulthood. - Parents should prioritize their child’s nutrition by offering a variety of nutritious foods and limiting sugary snacks and beverages. The Importance of Proper Nutrition for Child Development Proper nutrition is crucial for a child’s development. It not only supports their physical growth, but also their cognitive, emotional, and social development. Nutritional interventions during early childhood can have long-term effects on a child’s overall health and well-being. Research shows that malnutrition can have detrimental effects on a child’s development. Insufficient intake of essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and proteins can lead to stunted growth, delayed cognitive development, and increased susceptibility to infections. On the other hand, a well-balanced diet that meets the nutritional requirements of a growing child can promote healthy development and reduce the risk of chronic diseases later in life. As a parent or caregiver, it is important to prioritize your child’s nutrition by providing them with a variety of nutritious foods. This includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy products. Additionally, limiting the consumption of sugary snacks and beverages can help prevent the development of unhealthy eating habits. Nutritional Requirements for Healthy Child Growth When it comes to the growth and development of children, proper nutrition plays a vital role. Essential nutrients are necessary for their growth and overall health. Malnutrition can have a significant impact on a child’s physical and cognitive development. Therefore, it is crucial to provide children with a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-rich foods to support their growth and well-being. Essential Nutrients for Growth You need to ensure you’re getting enough essential nutrients for your growth. Proper nutrition is crucial for your overall development, especially during childhood. Nutritional needs vary depending on age, sex, and individual factors. To support optimal growth, it is important to consume a balanced diet that includes all the necessary nutrients. Here is a table outlining some key nutrients and their role in growth: |Nutrient||Role in Growth| |Protein||Building blocks for tissues| |Calcium||Strong bones and teeth| |Iron||Oxygen transport in the body| |Vitamin C||Collagen synthesis and wound healing| |Vitamin D||Calcium absorption and bone health| These essential nutrients work in harmony with growth hormones to ensure proper development. In the next section, we will explore the impact of malnutrition on child development, highlighting the consequences of inadequate nutrient intake. Impact of Malnutrition Malnutrition can have serious consequences on a child’s overall growth and well-being. The impact of poverty often leads to inadequate access to nutritious food, resulting in malnutrition among children. This not only affects their physical development but also compromises their immune system. When children do not receive the necessary nutrients, their immune system weakens, making them more susceptible to infections and diseases. Malnutrition can impair the production and function of immune cells, reducing the body’s ability to fight off infections. It can also lead to delayed wound healing and increased recovery time from illnesses. Therefore, addressing malnutrition is crucial to ensure children’s immune system functions optimally. Moving forward, it is essential to understand the role of a balanced diet in promoting overall health and well-being. Role of Balanced Diet A balanced diet plays a crucial role in promoting overall health and well-being by providing essential nutrients for proper growth and immune system function. When it comes to children, establishing good nutritional habits early on is vital for their development. Encouraging dietary diversity is key to ensuring that children receive a wide range of nutrients necessary for their growth and development. By offering a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy products, we can provide children with the necessary vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants they need to thrive. Additionally, a balanced diet helps children maintain a healthy weight, reduces the risk of chronic diseases, and supports their cognitive function and concentration. By ensuring that children have access to a balanced diet, we can set them up for a healthy and successful future. Inadequate nutrition, on the other hand, can have detrimental effects on a child’s development. Effects of Malnutrition on Child Development The impact of malnutrition on child development can be significant and long-lasting. Malnutrition occurs when a child’s body does not receive adequate nutrients to support healthy growth and development. It can have several detrimental effects on a child’s overall well-being. Stunted growth: Malnutrition can lead to stunted growth, where a child fails to reach their full height potential. This can have long-term consequences on their physical health and self-esteem. Impaired cognitive development: Lack of proper nutrition can hinder brain development, leading to cognitive impairments. Children who experience malnutrition may have difficulties with learning, memory, and problem-solving. Weakened immune system: Malnourished children are more susceptible to infections and illnesses due to their weakened immune systems. This can result in frequent illnesses and prolonged recovery periods. To address these issues, nutritional interventions are crucial. Providing children with a balanced diet that includes a variety of essential nutrients can help mitigate the long-term effects of malnutrition. By ensuring access to a diverse range of foods that are rich in macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, we can support optimal child development. Understanding the effects of malnutrition on child development highlights the importance of addressing nutritional needs from an early age. Transitioning to the next section, we will explore the role of macronutrients in supporting child development. The Role of Macronutrients in Supporting Child Development In the previous section, we explored the harmful effects of malnutrition on child development. Now, let’s shift our focus to the role of macronutrients in supporting healthy growth and development in children. Macronutrients are the nutrients that our bodies need in large quantities, and they include proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. Proteins are essential for the growth and repair of tissues in the body. They are made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks of life. Children need protein to support the development of their muscles, bones, and organs. Good sources of protein include lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy products, beans, and nuts. Carbohydrates are the body’s main source of energy. They provide the fuel that children need to play, learn, and grow. Healthy sources of carbohydrates include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. Fats are important for brain development and the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. They also provide insulation and protection for organs. It is crucial for children to consume healthy fats, such as those found in avocados, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish. While macronutrients play a vital role in child development, it is important to note that micronutrients, such as vitamins and minerals, are equally important. In the next section, we will explore the impact of micronutrients on child development and growth. Micronutrients and Their Impact on Child Development Make sure you’re getting enough micronutrients in your diet to support your child’s development. Micronutrients are essential for proper growth and development in children. Here are three important facts about micronutrients and their impact on child development: Micronutrient deficiencies can hinder your child’s development: Micronutrients such as iron, zinc, iodine, and vitamin A play crucial roles in brain development, immune function, and overall growth. Deficiencies in these micronutrients can lead to cognitive impairments, stunted growth, weakened immune system, and increased susceptibility to infections. Micronutrient supplementation can help bridge the gap: In some cases, it may be challenging to meet your child’s micronutrient needs through diet alone. Micronutrient supplementation, under the guidance of a healthcare professional, can help fill any nutrient gaps and ensure your child receives adequate amounts of essential micronutrients. Balanced diet is key: While supplementation can be beneficial, it should not replace a healthy and balanced diet. Encourage your child to eat a variety of nutrient-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy products. This will ensure they receive a wide range of micronutrients necessary for their optimal development. Ensuring your child gets enough micronutrients is just one aspect of supporting their development. Another important factor is the influence of breastfeeding on child development. The Influence of Breastfeeding on Child Development To support your child’s development, it’s important to understand how breastfeeding influences their growth and well-being. Breastfeeding has numerous benefits for both the baby and the mother. The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, followed by continued breastfeeding alongside appropriate complementary foods for up to two years or beyond. Breast milk contains the perfect combination of nutrients that are essential for a baby’s growth and development. It provides all the necessary vitamins, minerals, and antibodies that help protect against infections and diseases. Breastfeeding has been linked to a reduced risk of respiratory infections, ear infections, allergies, obesity, and even certain chronic diseases later in life. The duration of breastfeeding is also important. Studies have shown that longer breastfeeding duration is associated with better cognitive development, improved IQ scores, and enhanced language skills. Breastfeeding promotes bonding between the mother and baby, and the skin-to-skin contact during breastfeeding releases hormones that contribute to the baby’s emotional well-being. Understanding the benefits of breastfeeding is just the first step in supporting your child’s development. The next section will explore the role of early childhood nutrition in brain development and how it impacts your child’s overall growth and cognitive abilities. Early Childhood Nutrition and Brain Development Understanding the importance of early childhood nutrition and its impact on brain development is crucial for supporting your child’s overall growth and cognitive abilities. Proper nutrition during this critical period plays a significant role in language development and social development. Research has shown that certain nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids and iron, are essential for optimal brain development in children. These nutrients help build and strengthen the neural connections in the brain, which are important for language development. A deficiency in these nutrients can lead to delays in language acquisition and communication skills. Furthermore, nutrition also plays a role in social development. A well-balanced diet that includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can provide essential vitamins and minerals that support social-emotional development. For example, zinc and vitamin B6 have been linked to improved social skills and reduced behavioral problems in children. To help you understand the significance of early childhood nutrition on brain development, here is a table highlighting some key nutrients and their impact: |Nutrient||Impact on Brain Development| |Omega-3 fatty acids||Enhances language development and cognitive abilities| |Iron||Supports brain function and prevents cognitive impairments| |Zinc||Promotes social skills and emotional well-being| |Vitamin B6||Reduces behavioral problems and supports brain health| |Vitamin D||Plays a role in neuronal development and cognitive function| Nutrition and Physical Development in Children As a child grows, proper nutrition plays a crucial role in their physical development. It supports key aspects such as growth and bone health, muscle strength and coordination, and cognitive and motor skills. Research has shown that providing children with a well-balanced diet, rich in essential nutrients, not only aids their physical growth but also enhances their overall development, allowing them to reach their full potential. Growth and Bone Health Proper nutrition is crucial for children’s growth and bone health. During childhood, growth and development occur at a rapid pace, and nutrition plays a vital role in supporting these processes. Adequate intake of essential nutrients such as calcium, vitamin D, and protein is necessary for the development of strong and healthy bones. Calcium is particularly important for bone density, as it helps to build and maintain strong bones. Vitamin D, on the other hand, aids in the absorption of calcium from the diet. Protein is essential for the formation of new bone tissue and the repair of any damage. Muscle Strength and Coordination Muscle strength and coordination are important for children’s overall physical development. As children grow, their muscles develop and become stronger, allowing them to perform various movements and activities. Muscle development is closely linked to motor skills development, as it enables children to have better control over their bodies and perform tasks such as walking, running, jumping, and throwing. Through regular physical activity and play, children can enhance their muscle strength and coordination. Activities like climbing, swinging, and playing sports help to strengthen different muscle groups and improve overall coordination. This physical development is crucial for children to engage in daily activities and explore their environment. In the next section, we will discuss how nutrition plays a role in supporting cognitive and motor skills development. Cognitive and Motor Skills To improve cognitive and motor skills, engaging in activities that challenge the brain and body is key. Cognitive development refers to the growth and development of thinking, learning, and problem-solving skills. Children can enhance their cognitive abilities by participating in activities such as puzzles, reading, and memory games. Physical coordination, on the other hand, involves the ability to use different parts of the body together efficiently. Activities like sports, dancing, and playing musical instruments can improve physical coordination. Both cognitive development and physical coordination are essential for overall child development. Now, let’s explore the link between nutrition and cognitive development. The Link Between Nutrition and Cognitive Development There’s a clear connection between nutrition and how a child’s brain develops. Good nutrition plays a vital role in a child’s cognitive development, which includes their ability to learn, think, and problem-solve. Research has shown that proper nutrition is linked to better academic performance and improved executive functions in children. When it comes to academic performance, studies have consistently found that children who consume a balanced diet perform better in school. Nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, iron, zinc, and B vitamins have been shown to have a positive impact on cognitive abilities. These nutrients support the development of brain cells and neural connections, enhancing learning and memory. Furthermore, nutrition is closely tied to executive functions, which are crucial for a child’s ability to plan, organize, and control impulses. Nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin D have been found to influence executive skills such as attention, working memory, and cognitive flexibility. Adequate intake of these nutrients is associated with better self-regulation and problem-solving abilities in children. As we explore the connection between nutrition and child development, it’s important to consider not only cognitive development but also emotional and behavioral development. Nutrition plays a significant role in these areas as well, impacting a child’s overall well-being and development. Emotional and Behavioral Development and Nutrition When it comes to a child’s emotional and behavioral development, nutrition plays a crucial role. Nutritional deficiencies can have a significant impact on a child’s behavior, affecting their ability to concentrate, regulate their emotions, and even their overall mood. On the other hand, a balanced and nutritious diet can support emotional well-being, promote positive behavior, and contribute to a child’s overall mental health and development. Nutritional Deficiencies and Behavior You should be aware of how nutritional deficiencies can impact your child’s behavior. Behavioral disorders in children can often be linked to nutrient deficiencies. Here are some ways in which this connection can affect your child emotionally and behaviorally: - Nutrient deficiencies can lead to irritability and mood swings, making it difficult for your child to regulate their emotions. - Lack of certain vitamins and minerals can affect brain function, leading to impulsivity and difficulty concentrating. - For example, a deficiency in omega-3 fatty acids has been linked to increased risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms. - Additionally, low levels of iron have been associated with poor cognitive function and increased aggression in children. Understanding the impact of nutrient deficiencies on behavior is crucial for promoting your child’s emotional well-being and overall development. A balanced and nutrient-rich diet plays a vital role in supporting their mental health and emotional stability. Emotional Well-Being and Diet To support your child’s emotional well-being, it’s important to consider how their diet can impact their mood and overall mental health. Research has shown a clear relationship between nutrition and mental health in children. A balanced diet rich in nutrients can have a positive impact on emotional well-being and academic performance. For example, omega-3 fatty acids found in fish can improve cognitive function and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Additionally, a diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains provides essential vitamins and minerals that support brain health and regulate mood. On the other hand, a diet high in processed foods, sugars, and artificial additives has been linked to increased risk of mental health issues. Therefore, ensuring your child’s diet is balanced and nutritious can play a crucial role in promoting their emotional well-being and overall mental health. Transitioning into the next section, let’s now explore the impact of balanced nutrition on child development. Impact of Balanced Nutrition In my previous section, I talked about how emotions can be influenced by our diet. Now, let’s explore the impact of balanced nutrition on child development. Nutritional habits and dietary patterns play a crucial role in a child’s overall well-being and growth. Here are four key ways in which balanced nutrition can positively affect a child’s development: Cognitive development: Proper nutrition, including essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and iron, supports brain development and enhances cognitive functions such as memory and problem-solving skills. Physical growth: A balanced diet rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals promotes healthy growth and development of muscles, bones, and organs. Immune system strength: Nutritious foods provide the necessary vitamins and minerals that boost the immune system, helping children fight off illnesses and infections. Energy levels and mood: A well-balanced diet ensures an adequate intake of carbohydrates and proteins, providing the energy needed for physical activities and maintaining a stable mood. Nutritional Strategies for Supporting Child Development When it comes to supporting your child’s development, implementing nutritional strategies is key. Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in the overall growth and development of children. By providing them with a balanced diet, we can ensure that they receive the necessary nutrients for optimal development. There are various nutritional interventions and dietary guidelines that can be followed to promote your child’s well-being. One effective strategy is to encourage a diverse and nutrient-rich diet. This can be achieved by incorporating a wide range of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats into their meals. Additionally, limiting the intake of sugary drinks and processed foods can help prevent nutritional deficiencies and promote healthy growth. To make it easier to understand, here is a table summarizing some key nutritional strategies for supporting child development: |Encourage a diverse diet||Provides a wide range of essential nutrients| |Limit sugary drinks and processed foods||Prevents nutritional deficiencies| |Ensure adequate intake of fruits and vegetables||Promotes overall health and well-being| |Include lean proteins and healthy fats||Supports growth and development| By following these strategies, parents can provide their children with the foundation for healthy development. However, it is important to address the nutritional challenges that may arise in child development. Transitioning into the subsequent section about addressing nutritional challenges in child development, it is important to consider the specific needs of children and the potential barriers they may face in obtaining proper nutrition. Addressing Nutritional Challenges in Child Development You can overcome nutritional challenges in your child’s development by implementing strategies that prioritize their dietary needs and address potential barriers. Addressing malnutrition challenges and promoting healthy eating habits are essential for supporting your child’s growth and development. Here are three key strategies to help you in this journey: Provide a variety of nutrient-rich foods: Offer a colorful plate filled with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy products. This ensures that your child receives a wide range of vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients necessary for their development. Create a positive eating environment: Make mealtimes enjoyable and stress-free. Sit together as a family, turn off screens, and engage in pleasant conversations. Encourage your child to listen to their hunger and fullness cues, and allow them to have some control over their food choices. Teach healthy eating habits: Educate your child about the importance of balanced meals and the benefits of making nutritious choices. Involve them in grocery shopping, meal planning, and cooking activities. Encourage them to try new foods and explore different flavors. The Lifelong Benefits of Good Nutrition in Childhood In my previous discussion, I talked about the challenges we face in ensuring proper nutrition for children. Now, I want to highlight the long-term benefits of good nutrition in childhood. Early childhood nutrition plays a crucial role in a child’s academic performance. Studies have consistently shown that children who have access to nutritious meals perform better in school. Proper nutrition provides the energy and nutrients needed for brain development and cognitive functioning. When children eat well-balanced meals, they are more focused, have better memory retention, and exhibit improved problem-solving skills. Furthermore, good nutrition in childhood has a significant impact on preventing chronic diseases in adulthood. Research has demonstrated that early nutrition can influence a child’s risk of developing conditions like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease later in life. Providing children with a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins sets the stage for a healthy adulthood. By instilling healthy eating habits early on, we can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases and promote lifelong wellness. It is clear that early childhood nutrition has far-reaching benefits. By ensuring children have access to nutritious meals, we can support their academic success and lay the foundation for a healthy future. Frequently Asked Questions How Does Nutrition Impact a Child’s Social Development? Nutrition plays a crucial role in a child’s social development. Proper nutrition affects a child’s behavior and can impact their cognitive development. When a child receives the necessary nutrients, their brain develops optimally, allowing them to learn and engage with others effectively. Good nutrition also provides the energy and nutrients needed for social interactions, allowing children to engage in activities, make friends, and develop important social skills. Therefore, nutrition is a key factor in supporting a child’s social development. What Are Some Common Nutritional Challenges That Children May Face? When it comes to nutrition, kids can be a real challenge. I mean, who wants to eat their broccoli when there’s ice cream in the world? But let’s talk about some common nutritional challenges that children face. One big issue is common nutritional deficiencies, like not getting enough vitamins and minerals. Luckily, there are strategies to improve children’s nutrition, like offering a variety of healthy foods and setting a good example by eating well ourselves. Can Poor Nutrition in Childhood Have Long-Term Effects on Adult Health? Poor nutrition in childhood can have long-term consequences on adult health. Research has shown that inadequate nutrition during childhood can lead to various developmental outcomes, such as stunted growth, cognitive impairments, and increased risk of chronic diseases later in life. It is crucial to provide children with a balanced diet that includes essential nutrients for their overall growth and development. By promoting healthy eating habits early on, we can help ensure better health outcomes for children as they grow into adulthood. How Does Nutrition Affect a Child’s Ability to Concentrate and Learn in School? Nutrition plays a crucial role in a child’s ability to concentrate and learn in school. A well-balanced diet, including essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and proteins, provides the fuel needed for optimal brain function. Adequate nutrition supports cognitive development, memory, and attention span, all of which contribute to improved academic performance. On the other hand, poor nutrition, such as diets high in processed foods and lacking in essential nutrients, can hinder a child’s ability to focus and learn effectively in the classroom. Are There Specific Foods or Nutrients That Can Support a Child’s Emotional Well-Being and Mental Health? As a child, I’ve always wondered about the impact of specific nutrients on my emotional well-being. It’s fascinating to think that the food I eat can actually affect how I feel. Research has shown that certain nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, can support emotional well-being and mental health in children. These nutrients help regulate neurotransmitters in the brain that play a crucial role in managing emotions. In conclusion, nutrition is the cornerstone of a child’s development, shaping their future in profound ways. Just as a seed needs nourishment to grow into a strong tree, a child needs proper nutrition to thrive and reach their full potential. Just like the roots of a tree provide stability, a child’s nutritional foundation supports their physical, cognitive, and emotional growth. By providing them with a balanced diet rich in essential nutrients, we are giving them the tools they need to blossom into healthy and successful individuals. Remember, good nutrition is the key to unlocking a child’s limitless potential. Avery brings the magic of words to life at Toddler Ride On Toys. As a dedicated writer, she combines her love for writing with her fascination for child development to craft articles that resonate with our audience. With a background in journalism and a knack for storytelling, Avery’s pieces inform, engage, and inspire parents and caregivers.

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Spanish is a beautiful language that is spoken by millions of people around the world. It is a language that has a rich history and culture and is known for its beautiful sound and expressive nature. For those who are interested in learning Spanish, there are many resources available to help you get started. Whether you are interested in learning the basics or want to become fluent, there are many ways to start your journey to learning this amazing language. In this article, we will explore the Spanish translation of the word “omit”. The Spanish translation of “omit” is “omitir”. This is a common word that you may come across when speaking or reading in Spanish. Understanding the meaning of this word is important if you want to communicate effectively in Spanish. In the following sections, we will explore the different ways in which this word can be used in Spanish. How Do You Pronounce The Spanish Word For “Omit”? Learning to properly pronounce Spanish words can be a challenging task. However, once you master the correct pronunciation, you’ll be able to communicate more effectively with Spanish speakers. In this article, we’ll explore how to pronounce the Spanish word for “omit,” providing you with the proper phonetic spelling and tips for pronunciation. Phonetic Breakdown Of The Word Or Phrase The Spanish word for “omit” is “omitir.” To break it down phonetically, it is pronounced as follows: When pronounced together, “omitir” sounds like “oh-mee-tay-air.” Tips For Pronunciation Here are some tips to help you properly pronounce “omitir” in Spanish: - Practice each syllable separately before trying to say the entire word. - Make sure to emphasize the “ee” sound in the second syllable. - The “r” at the end of the word should be pronounced with a slight rolling of the tongue. - Listen to native Spanish speakers pronounce the word and try to imitate their pronunciation. By following these tips, you’ll be well on your way to pronouncing “omitir” correctly in Spanish. Proper Grammatical Use Of The Spanish Word For “Omit” Grammar is an essential aspect of language, and it plays a crucial role in conveying the intended meaning of a sentence. The Spanish language is no exception, and it is essential to use proper grammar when using the word “omit.” Placement Of Omit In Sentences The Spanish word for “omit” is “omitir.” It is a verb that can be used in different parts of a sentence depending on the intended meaning. Generally, “omitir” is used in the same way as the English word “omit.” It is placed before the word or phrase that is being left out. For example: - No quiero omitir detalles importantes en mi presentación. (I don’t want to leave out important details in my presentation.) - El informe omitió información relevante sobre el tema. (The report left out relevant information about the topic.) Verb Conjugations Or Tenses Like all Spanish verbs, “omitir” must be conjugated to match the subject of the sentence. The most common tenses used with “omitir” are the present tense and the past tense. The present tense is used to refer to actions that are happening now or that happen regularly. The past tense is used for actions that have already happened. Here are the conjugations of “omitir” in the present and past tenses: |Present Tense||Past Tense| |yo omito||yo omití| |tú omites||tú omitiste| |él/ella/usted omite||él/ella/usted omitió| |nosotros omitimos||nosotros omitimos| |vosotros omitís||vosotros omitisteis| |ellos/ellas/ustedes omiten||ellos/ellas/ustedes omitieron| Agreement With Gender And Number In Spanish, the subject of a sentence must agree with the verb in gender and number. The same is true for the word “omitir.” If the subject of the sentence is masculine, the verb must be masculine. If the subject is feminine, the verb must be feminine. Similarly, if the subject is singular, the verb must be singular, and if the subject is plural, the verb must be plural. Here are some examples of “omitir” being used with subjects of different genders and numbers: - Él omite los detalles irrelevantes. (He leaves out irrelevant details.) - Ella omite información confidencial. (She leaves out confidential information.) - Ellos omiten los errores en el informe. (They leave out the errors in the report.) - Ellas omiten algunos detalles importantes. (They leave out some important details.) There are no significant exceptions to the grammatical rules for using “omitir.” However, it is essential to note that the word “omitir” should not be confused with the word “omitido,” which is the past participle of “omitir.” The past participle is used to form compound tenses and should not be used as the main verb in a sentence. Overall, using “omitir” in a sentence requires proper grammar, including correct placement, verb conjugation, and agreement with gender and number. By following these rules, you can effectively communicate your intended meaning and avoid any confusion. Examples Of Phrases Using The Spanish Word For “Omit” When learning a new language, it is not only important to learn individual words, but also how to use them in context. The Spanish word for “omit” is “omitir,” and it can be used in a variety of different phrases and expressions. Examples And Explanation Here are some common phrases that include the word “omit” in Spanish: - No omita detalles – Don’t leave out any details - Por favor, omita mi nombre – Please leave my name out - Omitir pasos – To skip steps - Se puede omitir ese paso – You can skip that step The first two examples are related to omitting information or details. The third and fourth examples refer to omitting steps or actions. These phrases can be used in a variety of different contexts, such as giving instructions, telling a story, or writing a report. Here is an example dialogue that includes the Spanish word for “omit” in context: |Can you please tell me about your trip?||¿Puedes contarme sobre tu viaje?| |Sure! I went to Mexico City and saw a lot of amazing things.||¡Claro! Fui a la Ciudad de México y vi muchas cosas increíbles.| |That sounds great. What did you do there?||Eso suena genial. ¿Qué hiciste allí?| |Well, I visited the National Museum of Anthropology, saw the pyramids at Teotihuacan, and tried all kinds of delicious food.||Bueno, visité el Museo Nacional de Antropología, vi las pirámides de Teotihuacán y probé todo tipo de comida deliciosa.| |Wow, it sounds like you had an amazing time.||¡Vaya, parece que lo pasaste increíble!| |Yes, it was a great trip. I’m glad I didn’t omit any of the details.||Sí, fue un gran viaje. Me alegro de no haber omitido ningún detalle.| In this example dialogue, the speaker uses the phrase “no omita detalles” to emphasize the importance of sharing all the details of their trip. This dialogue demonstrates how the word “omitir” can be used in everyday conversation. More Contextual Uses Of The Spanish Word For “Omit” When it comes to learning a new language, understanding the nuances and contextual uses of certain words is crucial. This is especially true for the word “omit” in Spanish, which has a variety of meanings and applications depending on the context in which it is used. Formal Usage Of Omit In formal settings, the Spanish word for “omit” is often used to convey a sense of exclusion or leaving something out intentionally. For example, if you were writing a formal essay in Spanish and wanted to say that you left out certain information for the sake of brevity, you might use the word “omitir.” Additionally, “omitir” can be used in legal or official documents to indicate that certain information was intentionally left out or excluded from the record. Informal Usage Of Omit On the other hand, in more informal settings, the word “omitir” can be used to mean something closer to “forget” or “neglect.” For example, if you were telling a friend about a funny story but accidentally left out a key detail, they might jokingly say “¡Omitiste lo más importante!” meaning “You left out the most important part!” In addition to these more straightforward uses of the word “omitir,” there are also a variety of more slangy or idiomatic expressions that use the word in different ways. For example, in some Latin American countries, it is common to use the phrase “no omitir” to mean “don’t leave out” or “make sure to include.” There are also some cultural or historical uses of the word “omitir.” For example, in certain contexts, it might be used to refer to censorship or deliberate exclusion of certain information or perspectives. Popular Cultural Usage Finally, it’s worth noting that there are also some popular cultural references that use the word “omitir.” For example, in the popular Mexican telenovela “María la del Barrio,” the character Soraya famously declares “¡Maldita lisiada, siempre sí puedo caminar!” which roughly translates to “Damn cripple, I can walk after all!” The phrase “siempre sí” has since become a popular meme in Mexico, and is often used to playfully mock someone for changing their mind or “omitting” the truth. Regional Variations Of The Spanish Word For “Omit” Just like any other language, Spanish has regional variations that can affect the way certain words are used and pronounced. The Spanish word for “omit” is no exception. Depending on the country or region, the word can be used differently and pronounced with slight variations. Usage Of “Omit” In Different Spanish-speaking Countries In Spain, the most common word for “omit” is “omitir”. However, in Latin America, the word “omitir” is not as commonly used and is often replaced with other words such as “excluir” or “eliminar”. For example, in Mexico, “omitir” is not frequently used and instead, the word “excluir” is preferred. In Argentina, the word “eliminar” is commonly used instead of “omitir”. It’s important to note that while there may be regional variations in the use of the word “omit”, all of these words essentially convey the same meaning. Regional Pronunciations Of “Omit” In terms of pronunciation, there are slight variations in how the word “omit” is pronounced depending on the region. In Spain, the word is pronounced with a strong “o” sound, while in Latin America, the “o” sound is softer. In some Latin American countries, such as Mexico and Colombia, the “t” at the end of the word is pronounced more softly or not at all. Below is a table summarizing the regional variations in the use and pronunciation of the word “omit” in Spanish: |Country/Region||Common Word for “Omit”||Pronunciation| Overall, it’s important to be aware of regional variations in the use and pronunciation of words in Spanish, including the word for “omit”. By doing so, you can better communicate with Spanish speakers from different countries and regions. Other Uses Of The Spanish Word For “Omit” In Speaking & Writing While “omit” in English typically means to leave something out or exclude it, the Spanish word “omitir” can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. It is important to understand these different uses in order to use the word correctly and avoid confusion. 1. To Omit Information The first and most common use of “omitir” is to leave out or exclude information. This can be in the form of not mentioning something, not providing details or leaving out certain facts. For example: - No omitas detalles importantes en tu informe. (Don’t leave out important details in your report.) - El autor omitió mencionar la fuente de su información. (The author left out mentioning the source of their information.) It is important to note that this use of “omitir” is typically used in formal or professional settings, such as in writing reports or giving presentations. 2. To Forgo Or Abstain The second use of “omitir” is to forgo or abstain from doing something. This use is often seen in legal or contractual language. For example: - El testigo se negó a declarar y omitió responder a las preguntas. (The witness refused to testify and abstained from answering the questions.) - El contrato establece que el vendedor puede omitir entregar la mercancía si el pago no se realiza a tiempo. (The contract states that the seller can forgo delivering the merchandise if payment is not made on time.) This use of “omitir” is often seen in legal documents or agreements, and is used to indicate that something will not be done or provided. 3. To Leave Out Or Skip Over The third use of “omitir” is similar to the first, but with a slightly different connotation. In this case, “omitir” is used to indicate that something was left out or skipped over intentionally. For example: - La película omitió algunas partes del libro en el que se basa. (The movie left out some parts of the book it is based on.) - El discurso del presidente omitió mencionar la crisis económica actual. (The president’s speech skipped over mentioning the current economic crisis.) This use of “omitir” is often used in creative works, such as movies or books, to indicate that certain parts were intentionally left out for artistic or storytelling purposes. By understanding these different uses of “omitir,” you can use the word correctly in various contexts and avoid confusion. Common Words And Phrases Similar To The Spanish Word For “Omit” When it comes to finding synonyms or related terms for the Spanish word “omitir,” there are a few options that convey similar meanings. Some of the most common ones include: The verb “saltarse” can be used to express the idea of skipping or leaving out something intentionally. This is similar to “omitir,” as both words convey the idea of not including something that might be expected or required. However, “saltarse” can also be used in a more informal context to indicate breaking a rule or ignoring a requirement, whereas “omitir” is typically used in a more neutral or formal context. The verb “excluir” means to exclude or leave out, which is similar to the idea of omitting something. However, “excluir” tends to be used in a more active sense, as in deliberately choosing to remove something from consideration or participation. “Omitir,” on the other hand, can be used to describe a more passive act of not including something without necessarily actively excluding it. 3. Dejar De Lado The phrase “dejar de lado” can be translated to mean “to set aside” or “to put aside.” This can be used to convey the idea of omitting something from consideration or focus, as in deciding to prioritize other things instead. While “dejar de lado” is not a direct synonym for “omitir,” it can be a useful alternative when trying to express a similar idea. While there are several words and phrases that are similar to “omitir” in Spanish, it’s important to note that they may not always be interchangeable. Depending on the context and specific usage, one word or phrase may be a better fit than another. It’s also worth noting that there are some antonyms or opposite words to “omitir” that may be useful to know. These include: - Incluir (to include) - Añadir (to add) - Enumerar (to list) These words represent the opposite idea to “omitir,” as they involve actively including or adding something rather than leaving it out. Mistakes To Avoid When Using The Spanish Word For “Omit” When communicating in a foreign language, it’s common to make mistakes. Spanish is no exception. One word that non-native speakers often struggle with is “omit,” which translates to “omitir” in Spanish. In this section, we’ll discuss common mistakes made when using the Spanish word for “omit” and provide tips to avoid them. One common mistake is using the verb “omitir” in the wrong tense. For example, saying “yo omito” instead of “yo omití” to mean “I omitted.” Another error is using the wrong form of the verb, such as saying “tu omite” instead of “tu omites” for “you omit.” These mistakes can lead to confusion and miscommunication. Another error is using the word “omito” as a direct translation of “I forget.” While “omitir” can mean “to forget,” it’s important to note that the two words are not interchangeable. Using “omito” to mean “I forget” can lead to confusion and make it difficult for others to understand what you’re trying to say. Tips To Avoid Mistakes To avoid mistakes when using the Spanish word for “omit,” it’s important to practice using the correct verb forms and tenses. This can be done through exercises and repetition, such as writing out sentences using “omitir” in different tenses and practicing saying them out loud. It’s also helpful to learn other words and phrases that are commonly used in conjunction with “omitir.” For example, “omitir información” means “to omit information,” while “no omitir nada” means “to not leave anything out.” Understanding these common phrases can help you use “omitir” more accurately and effectively. In this blog post, we have explored the different ways to say “omit” in Spanish. We started by discussing the most common translation, “omitir,” and how it can be used in different contexts. We then delved into alternative translations such as “suprimir,” “excluir,” and “dejar fuera,” and provided examples of when to use each one. We also highlighted the importance of understanding the nuances of each translation and how it can impact the overall meaning of the sentence. Additionally, we discussed how to use negation to express omission in Spanish and provided examples to illustrate this point. Lastly, we touched on the importance of context when translating words and phrases, and how it can affect the way we choose to express ourselves in Spanish. Encouragement To Practice And Use Omit In Real-life Conversations Learning a new language takes time and practice, and we hope that this blog post has provided you with the tools you need to confidently use “omit” in Spanish. We encourage you to practice using these different translations in real-life conversations to further cement your understanding and improve your fluency. Remember, language is a living thing, and it evolves over time. By staying curious and open-minded, you can continue to expand your vocabulary and express yourself more effectively in Spanish.

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Uncovering the Truth: The Power and Challenges of Investigative Journalism Documentaries. Investigative Journalism Documentaries: Shedding Light on the Truth Investigative journalism has been an essential tool for uncovering corruption, abuse of power, and other injustices in society. It aims to expose the truth behind a story by engaging in thorough research, analysis, and fact-checking. In recent times, this form of journalism has taken new dimensions by merging with the art of documentary filmmaking to create investigative journalism documentaries. Definition of Investigative Journalism Documentaries Investigative journalism documentaries are films that delve into issues affecting society through in-depth research, interviews with sources and whistleblowers, document analysis, and extensive fact-checking. These documentaries aim to expose wrongdoing or injustice while also providing context and insight into the issue at hand. They often employ storytelling techniques that create an emotional connection with viewers while still maintaining a high level of journalistic integrity. Importance of Investigative Journalism in Society Investigative journalism plays a vital role in holding those in power accountable for their actions. It shines a light on corruption and unethical behavior that would otherwise go unnoticed or unreported. The work of investigative journalists has led to significant policy changes, legal action against perpetrators of injustice, and greater transparency within institutions. In addition to its role as a watchdog for society, investigative journalism also serves as a platform for giving voice to marginalized groups or individuals who may not have had their stories told otherwise. This is especially important when these stories relate to issues of social justice such as human rights abuses or environmental degradation. Purpose of the Outline The purpose of this article is to provide readers with an understanding of what investigative journalism documentaries are all about. We will explore their characteristics, types, process involved in creating them ethically; we will also discuss some challenges faced by documentary filmmakers. We will evaluate their effectiveness in bringing about change or exposing wrongdoing and look towards the future of investigative journalism documentaries. Overview of Investigative Journalism Documentaries Investigative journalism documentaries are a powerful tool for exposing wrongdoing, uncovering the truth, and holding those in power accountable. These types of documentaries typically involve in-depth research and investigation, interviews with sources, and fact-checking to ensure accuracy. They are characterized by their ability to shed light on issues that may have been overlooked or hidden from the public eye. Characteristics of Investigative Journalism Documentaries One of the key characteristics of investigative journalism documentaries is their focus on uncovering new information or exposing hidden truths. They often take a critical approach to their subject matter and seek to challenge widely held beliefs or assumptions. In addition, they tend to be highly detailed and thorough in their research, relying on multiple sources to corroborate information. Another important characteristic is their commitment to accuracy and truth-telling. Investigative journalists understand the power that comes with their role as storytellers, and strive for objectivity in their reporting. This involves rigorously fact-checking all information presented in the documentary, as well as providing context for viewers so they can fully understand the issues at hand. Types of Investigative Journalism Documentaries There are many different types of investigative journalism documentaries. Some focus on specific events or incidents – such as corruption scandals or environmental disasters – while others explore more systemic issues like poverty or inequality. Some may take a personal approach by profiling individuals affected by an issue, while others use data-driven reporting methods. Additionally, there are several sub-genres within investigative journalism documentaries including true crime documentaries, political exposés, environmental investigations and social issue films. Each sub-genre has its own unique style but shares common characteristics such as thorough research into topics that require digging deeper than mainstream media coverage often provides. Examples of Successful Investigative Journalism Documentaries Investigative journalism documentaries have had a significant impact on society, exposing corruption, injustices and bringing about change in various industries. Some of the most successful documentaries have been recognized by mainstream media outlets and even received prestigious awards such as Emmys and Oscars. One example is the documentary “Blackfish”, which exposed the plight of captive orcas in theme parks. The film resulted in SeaWorld announcing an end to their breeding program, as well as a decrease in their attendance rates. Another example is “The Panama Papers”, which revealed a network of offshore tax havens used by some of the world’s wealthiest individuals and corporations. The uncovering of these documents resulted in legal action taken against several high-profile individuals. These examples showcase how investigative journalism documentaries can shine a light on important issues that may have been previously overlooked or ignored. They give voice to those who may not have otherwise been heard, and hold powerful entities accountable for their actions. The Process of Investigative Journalism Documentaries Research and Investigation: Finding the Story The foundation of any great investigative journalism documentary is thorough research and investigation. This process begins with identifying a subject that will resonate with the audience. It could be a topic that has been neglected by mainstream media or something that affects the lives of a large number of people. Once the subject is identified, it’s time to start digging for information. This involves conducting extensive research using various resources, including public records, reports, and archives. Investigative journalists should also take advantage of technology to help them gather information more efficiently. In some instances, investigative journalists may conduct covert operations to obtain information. They may use hidden cameras or microphones to record conversations with sources who might not otherwise speak on the record. However, this is only done as a last resort when other methods have failed. Interviewing Sources: Getting to the Heart of the Story Interviewing sources is another important step in creating an investigative journalism documentary. Through interviews, journalists can get firsthand accounts from those who are involved in or affected by the subject matter they are investigating. Interviews can be conducted in person or over the phone, but face-to-face interviews are generally preferred since they offer more opportunities for follow-up questions and clarifications. It’s important for investigative journalists to build relationships with their sources so that they feel comfortable sharing sensitive information. When conducting interviews, it’s essential to ask open-ended questions that encourage sources to share their experiences and perspectives freely. Journalists should also be prepared with follow-up questions based on what their sources say during an interview. Verification and Fact-Checking: Ensuring Accuracy Once all relevant information has been gathered through research and interviews, it’s time to verify its accuracy through fact-checking. This involves cross-checking different sources of information and validating their credibility. Journalists must also be able to distinguish between facts and opinions. They should never present conjecture or hearsay as evidence. The goal is to ensure that all pieces of information presented in the documentary are accurate, credible, and verifiable. In addition to fact-checking, investigative journalists must also consider legal implications when presenting their findings. They need to ensure that they have enough evidence to support any claims made in the documentary without running afoul of libel or slander laws. Ethical Considerations in Investigative Journalism Documentaries Balancing the public interest with privacy concerns One of the most important ethical considerations in investigative journalism documentaries is the need to balance the public interest with privacy concerns. While it is crucial to expose wrongdoing and bring attention to issues that affect society as a whole, this must not come at the expense of individuals’ right to privacy. Documentary filmmakers need to be mindful of this balance and ensure that they do not intrude on people’s privacy without a valid reason. To achieve this balance, many documentary filmmakers follow strict ethical guidelines when deciding what information to include in their films. They may consult legal experts or seek advice from other professionals such as journalists or human rights advocates. Ultimately, it is up to each filmmaker to decide where they draw the line between what is essential for public knowledge and what infringes on people’s right to privacy. Protecting sources and whistleblowers Another critical ethical consideration for investigative journalism documentaries is protecting sources and whistleblowers. These individuals often provide valuable information that helps uncover corruption, malpractice, or other wrongdoings. However, if their identities are revealed, they may face severe repercussions such as being fired from their job or even physical harm. Documentary filmmakers must take steps to protect their sources’ identities and ensure their safety throughout the filmmaking process. This may involve using encrypted communication methods or meeting with sources in secret locations. Filmmakers should also be aware of any laws that protect whistleblowers and understand how they can use them effectively. Avoiding conflicts of interest Documentary filmmakers must avoid conflicts of interest when making investigative journalism documentaries. This means ensuring that they are not beholden to any particular agenda or individual when conducting research or presenting information. To avoid conflicts of interest, many documentary filmmakers strive for transparency throughout every stage of the filmmaking process. They may disclose any partnerships or funding sources upfront, so viewers can understand the context in which the film was made. Filmmakers must also ensure that their research is objective and based on verifiable facts, not personal opinions or biases. Ethical considerations are a crucial aspect of investigative journalism documentaries. Documentary filmmakers must balance privacy concerns with the public’s right to know, protect sources and whistleblowers, and avoid conflicts of interest to ensure that their films are accurate, fair, and impactful. By following strict ethical guidelines and consulting with experts in the field, documentary filmmakers can create quality films that expose wrongdoing and spark positive change in society. Challenges Faced by Investigative Journalists in Documentary Filmmaking Legal threats and challenges to access information Investigative journalism documentaries rely heavily on access to sensitive information, documents, and sources. However, many individuals or organizations that are subject to investigation may use legal means to prevent journalists from accessing such information. This can include restraining orders, subpoenas, and other legal measures that can not only delay the production process but also drain resources. In some cases, investigative journalists may be forced to go through lengthy court proceedings in order to obtain the necessary documentation or evidence. Moreover, many countries have laws that restrict the freedom of press or impose harsh penalties for those who publish sensitive information. In countries with strict censorship laws or political regimes hostile towards critical journalism, investigative journalists may face serious risks such as imprisonment or physical harm. Financial constraints and funding issues Investigative journalism documentaries require significant financial resources for research and development, shooting footage, hiring staff members including producers, directors and researchers as well as editing and distribution. Funding can come from various sources such as grants from non-profit organizations or philanthropic foundations but this often comes with strings attached. Furthermore financing for investigative journalism documentaries often tends to be unreliable since it is typically based on various factors such as political climate or priorities of funding institutions which constantly change over time. Technical challenges such as filming, editing, and distribution Documentary filmmaking involves several technical challenges including camera equipment setup in various locations across a region/country which could lead to security issues during investigations; problems associated with recording quality audio; the cost of post-production editing software; difficulties in acquiring rights for archival footage used within films due copyright issues etcetera. Distribution is another technical challenge faced by documentary filmmakers due to the kind of content they create. Since they often tackle complex subjects requiring long-form storytelling, it is difficult to find outlets that are willing to air the documentary, which could lead to marketing and distribution costs that make it difficult for independent filmmakers to get their work seen. Impact and Significance of Investigative Journalism Documentaries Effectiveness in Bringing About Change or Exposing Wrongdoing Investigative journalism documentaries have been effective in bringing about change or exposing wrongdoing in many cases. One notable example is the 2006 documentary “An Inconvenient Truth” by Al Gore, which highlighted the dangers of global warming and led to increased public awareness and action on the issue. Another example is the 2015 documentary “The Hunting Ground,” which investigated sexual assault on college campuses and led to policy changes at universities across the United States. The film also sparked a national conversation about sexual assault and consent. Investigative journalism documentaries can also expose corruption and abuse of power. The 2017 documentary “The Panama Papers” revealed how wealthy individuals and corporations hid their money offshore to avoid taxes, leading to government investigations and policy changes. Influence on Public Opinion, Policy-Making, or Legal Action Investigative journalism documentaries can influence public opinion, policy-making, or legal action. The 1994 documentary “The Thin Blue Line” contributed to the reversal of a wrongful conviction for murder by presenting new evidence that had been overlooked by law enforcement. The 2018 documentary “RBG” about Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg helped to elevate her profile as a feminist icon and contributed to public interest in her work on women’s rights cases. In addition, investigative journalism documentaries can inform policy debates by presenting new information or perspectives. The 2020 documentary “Immigration Nation” provided an inside look at U.S. immigration enforcement policies that sparked a national conversation about immigration reform. Long-Term Impact on Society Investigative journalism documentaries can have long-term impact on society by changing attitudes or influencing cultural norms. The 1991 documentary “Paris Is Burning” brought attention to the underground ball culture of New York City’s black and Latino LGBTQ communities and helped to popularize drag, voguing, and other forms of queer self-expression. Documentaries can also contribute to historical understanding or social justice movements. The 2016 documentary “13th” examined the history of race relations in the United States and the disproportionate impact of mass incarceration on black Americans. The film contributed to a national conversation about criminal justice reform and helped to galvanize the Black Lives Matter movement. Overall, investigative journalism documentaries have the potential for significant impact on society by exposing wrongdoing, influencing public opinion or policy-making, and shaping cultural norms or historical understanding. The Future of Investigative Journalism Documentaries Advancements in Technology that Enhance Investigative Journalism Technology has long played a crucial role in investigative journalism, and the future of this field is heavily reliant on innovative technological advancements. The use of drones, for instance, provides an unprecedented level of access to previously unreachable or inaccessible areas. This technology is particularly useful in covering environmental issues or natural disasters. Additionally, social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook provide journalists with direct access to sources and eyewitnesses on the ground. With live-streaming capabilities, reporters can share real-time reporting with their audiences and provide a unique perspective on unfolding events. Artificial intelligence (AI) is another emerging technology that has the potential to revolutionize investigative journalism. With AI-powered tools such as data mining software, journalists can analyze vast amounts of information to identify patterns or uncover hidden connections quickly. This technology can help journalists uncover stories that would have been impossible to find manually. The Role of Investigative Journalism Documentaries in Fostering Social Change Investigative journalism documentaries have played a significant role in shaping public opinion and driving social change throughout history. From Upton Sinclair’s “The Jungle” to more recent films like “The Invisible War” and “Blackfish,” these documentaries have often served as a catalyst for reform and action. This trend is likely to continue as audiences increasingly demand transparency and accountability from those in power. The increasing democratization of media means that filmmakers no longer need large studios or production companies to create high-quality documentaries; they can simply upload them online themselves. The Challenges Facing Investigative Journalism Documentaries Despite the numerous advancements in technology that benefit investigative journalism documentaries, several challenges remain for producers hoping to make an impact with their work. Funding remains one major obstacle; while some filmmakers may be able to create their content independently, most require financial support to cover expenses like equipment, travel, and research. Another challenge is the increasing difficulty journalists face in gaining access to information. Many sources are hesitant to speak out due to fear of retaliation or other concerns, while governments and corporations are becoming increasingly skilled at preventing unwanted exposure. Investigative journalism documentaries will continue to play an essential role in shaping public opinion and driving social change in the years ahead. While there remain several obstacles that producers must overcome, technological advances offer exciting prospects for the field’s future. As audiences become more engaged with these issues, it is likely that we will see even more groundbreaking documentaries emerge and push for positive change around the globe. We wote about Documentaries on Human Rights Issues: Seeing Beyond the Lens and Political Documentaries: Power & Influence Through Lens . What is investigative journalism? Investigative journalism is a type of journalism that involves in-depth reporting and research into a single topic. Investigative journalists often use public records, interviews, and other sources to uncover hidden information that may be of interest to the public. What are the benefits of investigative journalism? Investigative journalism can help to hold powerful people and institutions accountable for their actions. It can also expose wrongdoing and corruption, and help to bring about positive change. What are some challenges of investigative journalism? Investigative journalism can be a time-consuming and expensive process. It can also be dangerous, as investigative journalists may face threats and intimidation from those who do not want their secrets revealed. What are some famous examples of investigative journalism? Some famous examples of investigative journalism include the Watergate scandal, the Pentagon Papers, and the Abu Ghraib torture scandal. These stories helped to expose corruption and wrongdoing, and had a significant impact on public policy. How can I support investigative journalism? There are a number of ways to support investigative journalism. You can subscribe to news organizations that do investigative reporting, donate to organizations that fund investigative journalism, or volunteer your time to help with investigative projects. What are the different types of investigative journalism? There are many different types of investigative journalism, but some of the most common include: - Political investigative journalism: This type of investigative journalism focuses on uncovering corruption and wrongdoing in government. - Corporate investigative journalism: This type of investigative journalism focuses on uncovering wrongdoing in the business world. - Social justice investigative journalism: This type of investigative journalism focuses on uncovering injustice and inequality in society. - Environmental investigative journalism: This type of investigative journalism focuses on uncovering environmental problems and threats. - Healthcare investigative journalism: This type of investigative journalism focuses on uncovering problems in the healthcare system. What are the ethical considerations of investigative journalism? Investigative journalists have a responsibility to be ethical in their work. This means that they should always strive to be accurate and fair in their reporting, and they should avoid conflicts of interest. Investigative journalists should also be careful not to put themselves or their sources in danger. What is the future of investigative journalism? The future of investigative journalism is uncertain. The rise of social media and the decline of traditional news organizations have made it more difficult for investigative journalists to get their work published. However, there are still many dedicated investigative journalists working today, and they continue to play an important role in holding powerful people and institutions accountable. What are some of the tools that investigative journalists use? Investigative journalists use a variety of tools to gather information and conduct their investigations. Some of the most common tools include: - Public records: Investigative journalists can use public records, such as court documents, government records, and corporate filings, to gather information about their subjects. - Interviews: Investigative journalists often conduct interviews with people who have knowledge of the subject of their investigation. These interviews can provide valuable insights and information that would not be available from public records alone. - Data analysis: Investigative journalists often use data analysis to identify patterns and trends that may not be apparent from the raw data. This can be a powerful tool for uncovering hidden information. - Technical expertise: Investigative journalists may need to have specialized technical expertise in order to conduct their investigations. For example, an investigative journalist who is investigating a financial scandal may need to have knowledge of accounting and finance. What are some of the challenges that investigative journalists face? Investigative journalists face a number of challenges, including: - Time: Investigative journalism can be a time-consuming process. It can take months or even years to gather enough information to write a comprehensive story. - Money: Investigative journalism can be expensive. It can cost money to travel, hire experts, and pay for legal fees. - Harassment and intimidation: Investigative journalists may face harassment and intimidation from those who do not want their secrets revealed. This can make it difficult to gather information and conduct their investigations. - Self-censorship: Investigative journalists may face self-censorship if they fear that their work will damage their career or put them in danger. Why is investigative journalism important? Investigative journalism is important because it can help to hold powerful people and institutions accountable for their actions. It can also expose wrongdoing and corruption, and help to bring about positive change. For example, the Watergate scandal was a major political scandal that led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. The scandal was uncovered by investigative journalists at The Washington Post, who spent months digging through public records and conducting interviews. The Pentagon Papers were a secret history of the Vietnam War that was leaked to The New York Times. The papers revealed that the government had been misleading the public about the war for years. The publication of the Pentagon Papers helped to turn public opinion against the war and led to the withdrawal of American troops. The Abu Ghraib torture scandal was a major human rights scandal that involved the torture and abuse of Iraqi prisoners by American soldiers. The scandal was uncovered by investigative journalists at The New York Times and The Washington Post. The publication of these stories led to the conviction of several soldiers and helped to raise awareness of the problem of torture. These are just a few examples of the important work that investigative journalists do. Investigative journalism is an essential part of a free and democratic society.

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FOUNDATIONS OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF WRITING The Old Testament has nothing to say about the origin of writing, which seems to have been invented early in the fourth millennium B.C. but it does assume writing on the part of Moses, who wrote the Law not earlier than about 1450 B.C. Many earlier records of writing have been discovered in various places. But, what was the character of those records? Were they drawings? Symbols? If so, what did they symbolize? Three stages in the development of writing may be discerned: pictograms, ideograms, and phonograms. These were representations that long antedated the origin of writing and played a role in the development of it. They were actually crude pictures that represented objects such as the sun, an old man, an eagle, an ox, a lion. As long as pictograms represented nothing other than the objects themselves, there was no difficulty in using them. However, as time passed the use of pictures to depict ideas appeared, and pictograms lost their dominant position in recorded communication. Ideograms superseded pictograms. They were pictures that actually represented ideas rather than The Picture of ||an old man Thus, a long stride toward writing was taken, although writing in the modern sense was still a long way off. But ideograms, actually a particular use of pictograms, were not the only extension of pictograms. Still another extension of pictograms, phonograms was really representations of sounds rather than objects or ideas. Thus, a representation of the sun might speak of a son rather than the sun; a picture of a bear might be used to express the verb 'to bear'; the picture of a bee to express the verb 'to be.' As a result, another step was taken in the direction of written languages, but there was still a long succession of events necessary before writing in the modern sense was achieved. Ideographic and phonographic writings were later intermingled with simple syllabic writing, and that with a more sophisticated system wedge-shaped signs was used by the Sumerians. Merrill F. Unger adequately summarizes the situation: "Those who first attempted to reduce human speech to writing did not at once perceive the chasm that separates the spoken words from the characters in which they are symbolized. They wrote as they spoke in unbroken succession, inscribing the letters in closest proximity to each other, without separating them into words, much less into sentences, paragraphs and chapters. Although letters were used in writing by the time of Moses, they were consonants only, as vowels were added much later. Hence, an unbroken succession of consonants covering an entire tablet, later a scroll, and still later a codex (sheets of papyrus bound into a book form) would appear before the reader of a given text. Needless to say, even that was still far from the modern concept of writing. Although the witnesses to writing in antiquity are far from abundant, there is sufficient evidence available to indicate that it was the hallmark of cultural achievement. During the second millennium B.C. there were several experiments that led to the development of the alphabet and written documents. In Palestine itself there have been very few documents that have survived from the pre-exilic period, but the evidence from surrounding territories makes it reasonable to assume that the Israelites shared in the act of writing even earlier than the beginning of the Davidic kingdom. Several lines of evidence may be called upon to witness to the fact that writing was most certainly practiced by the Israelites prior to the time of the Moabite Stone of Mesha, king of Moab, which dates from about It was this item that was used by the late-nineteenth-century higher critical writers, for example, Graf and Wellhausen, as the earliest example of writing in Palestine. Evidence from Mesopotamia This dates from about 3500 B.C. and includes cuneiform tablets of the Sumerians. The successors to the Sumerians used the latter's cuneiform script in developing their own individual |From 3500 B.C. ||The above are antedated by many other tablets, including some dating to about 3500 B.C. found in Erech of Gen. 10:10) and Kish. |From 2100 B.C ||Leonard Woolley discovered many temple tablets in the ruins of ancient Ur of the Chaldees that date from about 2100 B.C. narrative found at Nippur dates from about 2100 B.C. These confirm those found in Mesopotamia, and they are dated about 3100 B.C. |From 3100 B.C. ||The hieroglyphic script first appeared in Egypt just prior to the founding of Dynasty I (c. 3100 B.C.), whereas its successors, the hieratic and demotic scripts, both appeared prior to the exilic period in Israel's history. |From 2700 B.C. ||Among the early Egyptian writings are The Teachings for Kagemni and The Teaching of Ptah-Hetep, which date from about 2700 B.C. There are, in addition to those witnesses, other testimonies that illustrate the use of writing in Egypt prior to the time of Moses, Joseph, and even Abraham, regardless of the dates ascribed to each of those individuals. Furthermore, the Israelites must have been aware of writing techniques prior to their exodus from Egypt, for Moses was raised as a child with great position in the household of the pharaoh during the New Kingdom period. The New Testament record indicates the Hebrew traditional position, as Stephen bears witness in his famous sermon when he relates that "Moses was educated in all the learning of the Egyptians, and he was a man of power in words and deeds" (Acts 7:22). That learning most likely included writing on papyrus, as papyrus was used in writing earlier than (c. 2500 B.C.). East Mediterranean testimony |From 3100 B.C. ||As early as about 3100 B.C. there was writing used on cylinder seal impressions in Byblos. |From 2500 B.C. ||Evidence from about 2500 B.C., shows that pictographic signs were used in Byblos (Gebal) and Syria. Leonard Woolley's discoveries at Atchana (in northern Syria) appear to have been contemporaneous to the records found by Sir Arthur Evans at Knossos, Crete. These records date into the mid-second millennium B.C. and they indicate that connection between the mainland of Asia and the island bridge of Europe, namely, Crete. Early Palestinian and Syrian contributions |From 2300 B.C. ||From 1947 to 1976, excavations at Tell-Mardikh (ancient Elba) south of Aleppo in northern Syrian uncovered over 15,000 clay tablets inscribed in the cuneiform script with an early northwest Semitic dialect of 2300 B.C. The tablets are from the time of the Babylonian king Naram-Sin (equated by some with Nimrod of Gen. 10:9) who campaigned in the area. ||Included among the tablets are portions of the Epic of Gilgamesh and other kinds of literature from later Syria (Ugarit). Thus they attest to an early literary tradition, as already well known from Babylonia. addition, they have caused Old Testament scholars to reevaluate the accuracy of the Bible patriarchs as well as names and events recorded in Mitchell Dahood provides specific examples of clarification of the Hebrew text from Eblaic evidence in his article "Ebla, Ugarit, and the |From 1800 to |A pottery fragment from Gezer is dated from about 1800 to 1500 B.C. The Lachish dagger inscription is contemporary, as are inscriptions from Shechem, Beth-Shemesh, Razor, and |From 1500 to |Alphabetic inscriptions from the turquoise mines in southern Sinai date from about The Ras Shamra tablets, from the coastal site in northwest Syria identified as Ugarit, date from about 1500 to 1300 B.C. employed the same diplomatic language as the Tel el-Amarna tablets (c. 1380 B.C.) from the ancient Egyptian capital of Amenhotep IV (Akhenaton). At Ras Shamra were also found specimens of the Canaanite language written in alphabetic form. Those writings were made by inscribing unique cuneiform signs on clay tablets, known as the Ugaritic tablets. All of the above evidence is extant from the period prior to the Moabite Stone of Mesha, king of Moab. The event recorded on the Moabite Stone is that revolt against Israel recorded in 2 Kings 1:1 and 3:4-27. the preceding evidence is not direct, it is overwhelming in its denunciation of the negative higher critical position. It is also overwhelming in its demarcation of the history of writing before the time As a result, the more than 450 biblical references to writing may be seen as reflective of the cultural diffusion between Israel and her Activity of Biblical writers within literate history The foregoing discussion makes the assertion that "Moses and the other biblical writers wrote during the literate age of man" almost redundant. Nevertheless, the biblical record itself asserts that its writers wrote. Several of the more 450 biblical references may be called upon to indicate The Torah (Law) makes reference to several kinds of writing done by Moses and his predecessors: This is the book (the written record, the history) of the generations of the offspring of Adam. When God created man, He made him in the likeness of God. Then the LORD said to Moses, "Write this for a memorial in the book and recount it in the hearing of Joshua, that I will utterly blot out the remembrance of Amalek from under heaven." And Moses wrote all the words of the LORD. Then the LORD said to Moses, "Write these words, for according to the tenor of these words I have made a covenant with you and with Israel." So he was there with the LORD forty days and forty nights; he neither ate bread nor drank water. And He wrote on the tablets the words of the covenant, the And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: "... Write each man's name on his rod. And you shall write Aaron's name on the rod of Levi." So Moses wrote this law and delivered it to the priests And the LORD said to Moses: "... Now therefore, write down this song for yourselves" Therefore Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it to the children of Israel. So it was, when Moses had completed writing the words of this law in a book... The Prophets (Nevi'im) indicate that writing was employed by several individuals even prior to the time of the Moabite as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded the children of Israel, as it is written in the Book of the Law Then the men arose to go away; and Joshua charged those who went to survey the land, saying, "Go, walk through the land, survey it, and come back to me, that I may cast lots for you here before the LORD in Shiloh." So the men went, passed through the land, and wrote the survey in a book in seven parts by cities... Then Joshua wrote these words in the Book of the Law of God. These Kethuvi'im (Writings) also relate that individuals were writing before the time of the Moabite insurrection recorded in 2 Kings 1:1 (2 Kings 1:1 - "Moab rebelled against Israel after the death of Have I not written to you excellent things Of counsels and knowledge. |2 Chronicles 35:4 Prepare yourselves according to your fathers' houses, according to your divisions, following the written instruction of David king of Israel and the written instruction of Solomon his son. The materials upon which the ancients wrote were also used by the writers Clay was not only used in ancient Sumer as early as about 3500 B.C., but it was used by Ezekiel (4:1 - "You also, son of man, take a clay tablet and lay it before you, and portray on it a city, Jerusalem.). This material would be inscribed while it was still damp or soft. It would then be either dried in the sun or baked in a kiln to make a The clause "this is the account of" or "the book of the generations of" occurs twelve times in Genesis and probably indicates the divisions of early family records of the patriarchs: ||"This is the history of the heavens and the earth" ||"This is the book of the genealogy of Adam" ||"This is the genealogy of Noah" ||"Now this is the genealogy of the sons of Noah" ||"These were the sons of Shem, according to their ||"This is the genealogy of Shem" ||"This is the genealogy of Terah" ||"Now this is the genealogy of ||"This is the genealogy of Isaac" ||"Now this is the genealogy of Esau, who is Edom." ||"And this is the genealogy of Esau the father of the Edomites in Mount Seir" ||"This is the history of Jacob" This was used in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Palestine, as is evidenced biblical writers also made use of stone as a writing material Then the LORD said to Moses, "Come up to Me on the mountain and be there; and I will give you tablets of stone, and the law and commandments which I have written, that you may teach them." (NKJV) Now Joshua built an altar to the LORD God of Israel in Mount Ebal, as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded the children of Israel, as it is written in the Book of the Law of Moses: "an altar of whole stones over which no man has wielded an iron tool." And they offered on it burnt offerings to the LORD, and sacrificed peace offerings. And there, in the presence of the children of Israel, he wrote on the stones a copy of the law of Moses, which he had written. (NKJV) Also, at the Dog River in Lebanon and at Behistun in Iran royal inscriptions were carved on cliff faces. Papyrus was used in ancient Gebal (Byblos) and Egypt from about It was made by pressing and gluing two layers of split papyrus reeds together in order to form a sheet. A series of papyrus sheets were joined together to form a scroll. It is that type of papyrus "scroll" that is mentioned in Revelation 5:1 (though it is translated "book" in The apostle John used papyrus for his epistles (cf. 2 John 12). And I saw in the right hand of Him who sat on the throne a scroll written inside and on the back, sealed with seven seals. |3 John 13 Having many things to write to you, I did not wish to do so with paper and ink (NKJV) Vellum - Parchment These are various quality grades of writing material made from animal skins of: |calf or antelope ||The finest material - prepared for writing on both sides, as in a codex |sheep or goat ||Prepared for writing on both sides, as in a codex |cow or bull ||Prepared for writing on only one side, as in a Although these substances are not mentioned directly as writing materials in the Bible, some kind of animal skin may have been in mind in Jeremiah 36:23 It could hardly have been vellum, for Frederic Kenyon has indicated that vellum was not known prior to about 200 B.C. Most likely it was leather, for the king used a knife on it. And it happened, when Jehudi had read three or four columns, that the king cut it with the scribe's knife and cast it into the fire that was on the hearth, until all the scroll was consumed in the fire that was on the hearth. (NKJV) Parchments are, on the other hand, clearly mentioned in Paul's request to Timothy (2 Tim. 4:13). |2 Timothy 4:13 Bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas when you come — and the books, especially the parchments. (NKJV) Writing also was done in the biblical narrative upon such things as - Metal - (Ex. 28:36; Job 19:24; Matt. 22:19-20) writing board recessed to hold a wax writing surface - (cf. Isa. 8:1; 30:8; Hab. 2:2; Luke 1:63); Precious stones - (Ex. 28:9, II, 21; 39:6-14) Potsherds - (Job 2:8), better known as ostraca, as found in such locations as Samaria and Lachish in Palestine. They were broken bits and pieces of pottery. Linen - Still another item used in ancient writing in Egypt, Greece, Etruscan and Roman Italy, but not mentioned in the Bible, was linen. instruments were necessary in the production of written records on the various materials mentioned above: A three-sided instrument with a beveled head, the stylus was used to make incursions into clay and wax tablets. It was sometimes called a "pen," as in Jeremiah 17:1. The sin of Judah is written with a pen of iron; with the point of a diamond it is engraved (NKJV) A chisel was used in making inscriptions in stone, as in Joshua 8:31-32. Job wished that his words might be engraved with "an iron stylus" in the rock forever. "an altar of whole stones over which no man has wielded an iron A pen was employed in writing on papyrus, vellum, leather, and parchment, as indicated in 3 John 13 (above). This was used in Jeremiah 36:23 to destroy a scroll (see reference above), the material of which was probably tougher than papyrus. It was also used to sharpen the writer's pen after it had begun to wear down. Inkhorn and Ink These were necessary concomitants of the pen, and they served as the container and fluid used for writing on papyrus, vellum, leather, and parchment. Thus, just as writing and its materials were available for the biblical writers, so were the instruments necessary for their vital task.

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MES/Q0507Storyboard Artist:UNIT 1Chapter 1: Story WritingChapter 2: Script Writing UNIT 2Chapter 1: What is Animation – Types of AnimationChapter 2: Principals of AnimationUNIT 3Chapter 1: What is Storyboarding UNIT 1CHAPTER 1 Story Writing:Before we understandhow to write a story for any Animation film/video, lets us first understand thebasic structure of a story. STORYSTRUCTUREStory structure is about story and plot. It contains thecontent of a story and the form used to tell the story. Story refers to thedramatic action as it might be described in chronological order. Plot refers tohow the story is told. Story is about trying to determine the key conflicts,main characters, setting and events. Plot is about how, and at what stages, thekey conflicts are set up and resolved. Whenever we begin with a new story we mustdefine the foundation first so we need to follow 2 basic steps while writing astory:STEP 1: Fiction or Non fictionThe first step involves the choice thestory. There are 2 choices1. Fiction: Fiction story isderived from imagination in other words, not based strictly on history or fact.A work of fiction is created in the creative imagination ofits author. The author invents the story on his own and makes up thecharacters, the plot or storyline, the dialogue and sometimes even the setting.A fictional work does not claim to tell a true story. Instead, it immerses usin experiences that we may never have in real life, introduces us to types ofpeople we may never otherwise meet and takes us to places we may never visit in any other way. Fiction can inspire us,intrigue us, scare us and engage us in new ideas. References:Mr.India(1987) ,Ra One(2011) ,Koi Mil Gaya(2003),Krish(2006)2. Non fiction- Nonfiction stories are true stories based on actual people and events. Non fictionstories include documentaries, biographies and stories based on history, politics,travel, education or any real world subject matter. Always beaware of the rights involved in making a movie; fictional stories grant youunrestricted access to the material because you are creating it. Non fictionalstories may require you to secure the rights to an idea. Make sure you havepermission to write about the subject matter you are writing. References: Jodhaa akbar (2008), Gandhi (1982), Lagaan: Once Upon aTime in India (2001), Mughal-E-Azam (1960) STEP 2GENREA genre is a category or type of story. Genrestypically have their own style and story structure, and although there areseveral primary categories, movies can be a mixture of two or three differentgenre.Some common genres include:· Action · Comedy· Crime· Drama· Family· Fantasy· Horror· Musical· Romance· Romantic comedy· Science fiction· Thriller· War· WesternWhen choosing the genre for anindependent film, be aware of the costs and the difficulties of shootingcertain genres like science fiction or westerns, for which the cost of sets, costumesand props may be prohibitive.Step 3 FORMAT Storiescan be told in many different formats, each designed for a different purpose. Themain formats include: Animation is the process of designing, drawing, making layouts andpreparation of photographic sequences which are integrated in the multimedia and gamingproducts. In other words, Animation is the simulationof movement created by displaying a series of pictures, or frames.Cartoons on television is one example of animation. Animation is the illusionof movement created by showing a series of still pictures in rapid succession. In the world of computers, graphic software like Flash,After Effects, MAYA etc. are used tocreate this effect. Commercials: Commercials are designed to advertise a product or services. Television commercials incorporate a wide range of styles, techniques, and animation narratives into 10, 15, 30 or 60 second time lengths. Commercials are a great way for filmmakers to showcase their style of storytelling and production capabilities and are among the most lucrative forms of production. 3. Documentaries- A documentary is a broad term to describe a non-fiction video production that in some way “documents” or captures reality. Documentaries are intended to study a subject, occurrence, theme or belief in an attempt to either explore the subject or arrive at a conclusion about the subject. Documentaries can either take on an investigative approach in which the filmmaker tries to answer a question or research a subject and allow the story to unfold during the production. Documentaries can in some instances be inexpensive but time consuming to produce. 4. Feature films- The term feature film came into use to refer to the film presented in a cinema theatre. A feature film is a film (also called a movie, motion picture or just film) with a running time long enough to be considered the principal or sole film to fill a program. The majority of feature films are between 70 and 210 minutes long. The popular Bollywood films like the ‘3 Idiots’ and ‘Rang De Basanti’ are an example of the Feature Films. Industrial /corporate videos- Industrial/corporate video productions are typically meant for marketing of businesses. Music videos- These highly stylized promotional videos for music artist are a great way for a filmmaker to explore his creativity using any medium, any style of narrative or performance and artistic editing. 5.Short films- Ideally under 20 minutes, short films are a good way of learning the process of making a movie showcasing your talents and generating interest from investors for future projects.HOW TO WRITE A STORY:Storieshave been told a certain way throughout history. It is a language both thestoryteller and audiences agree upon. First,stories begin by establishing the characters and setting in which the storywill take place, then the problem or conflict appears. The drama of the storybegins when the main character has to figure out how to cope with or solve theproblem. These three components are considered the basic story structure; eachcan be divided into three distinct parts, called acts. Act1Act1 is the first 30 minutes of the 120 (2 hour) film. The audience is introducedto the main characters, where the story takes place, what the story is aboutand what are the main issues.Act2 Act 2 is the next movement in the story,running an hour, from 30 to 90 minutes and begins from when the conflict isintroduced. Turningpoint – Themost important part of the second act is called the ‘turning point’, whichoccurs at the middle of the story. Act3Act3 is the last quarter of the story, running from 90-120 minutes, wherein theconflict becomes the most difficult for the character and he is forced to usehis skills, wit and ability to resolve or escape from the problem with themaximum possible risk. Thethird act ends with the conclusion of the story when the character resolves theconflict. Answer theFollowing Questions:Q.1 what is story and how to write a story?Q.2 What is the difference between fiction& non fictional story?Q.3 what is genre? And name any 3 genre youlike the most?Q.4 what is meant by story format? Chapter 2Scriptwriting:Whatis scriptwriting?Once we have written the story the nextstep is to convert this story into a script that can be used to create ananimation/feature film, television production or a video game. A script is adetailed story written in a format that is easy to execute during theproduction of the film. A script divides the story into scenes and containssuch details as the description of the scene, whether it is daytime or nightwhen the scene is taking place, whether it taking place indoors or outdoors,how many characters are there in the scene, what are they doing in the scene,the dialogues between the characters and so on. The script also describes theemotional impact of the scene; whether the characters in the scene are happy orangry or sad…So we can say that a script is a film or a television productionwritten on paper with all the relevant details.The process of writing a script is known as scriptwriting, also known as screenplay writing and the one who writes a script isknown as the Script writer. AScriptwriter works with the Director of the film/television production whiledeveloping the script. To summarize, Script writing is the art andcraft of writing the story in a format that makes it easy to shoot it. HOW TO WRITE A SCRIPTBefore webegin to write a script, let’s have a look at a few guidelines -Divide your Story into Scenes: Broadlyspeaking, a Scene is any action taking place in a single location; if thelocation changes, the scene changes. For example, in our story there are twocharacters (characters refer to the Actors), Ravi and Smita and they aresitting in a room talking about their school home work- this in our script isreferred to as one Scene. Now, in our story the two characters go out in thegarden to play- this in our script will be referred to as Scene 2, because thelocation has been changed from inside of a room to outdoors in a garden. Know your audience: Keepin mind your target audience, so that you know the level of language to beused, the complexity to be developed, etc. Is the audience composed of youngsters,adults or a mixed age group, does it comprise a general or specializedaudience, etc. This will determine your language, the references used, theregional humour etc. Know your medium: Before you start writing your script, it isimportant to know the medium through which the script is going to be presented– whether it is being written for television or for gaming, or as an animation ora live action film. In this module, we shall focus on writing the script for ananimation film, so let’s take a look at the basic difference between a liveaction script and an animation film script.In ananimation script, the action is described in far more detail. You’veheard the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” Well, the process isreversed for animation scriptwriters. In animation thousands of words are used todescribe a scene/picture. So that means clearly describing action sequences, visualgags, facial expressions, props and locations. That’s in addition to writingthe dialogue and indicating any special sound effects and music the sceneneeds.In liveaction film writing, details like the camera angles and shots are left to thedirector. But in an animated script, you have more freedom to suggestdramatic or cartoony visuals. Say a phone rings. You might call for aSLOW ZOOM or SMASH CUT to it. Maybe the receiver JIGGLES as the phoneRINGS. Or a loud ring might JOLT the receiver RIGHT OFF THE HOOK. Maybe to get someone’s attention, it might BONK him/her repeatedly overthe head. Note that animation writers often CAPITALIZE camera moves andimportant images, sound effects and music cues, and use lots ofexclamation marks to show the level of excitement the final product is going tohave: eg.A GIANT FLYING ROBOT zooms acrossthe sky! It EXPLODES! KA-BOOOOOM!!! DRAMATIC STING. -DIALOGUE- Write like you speak: This will make it easier for the targetaudience to relate to the script. Also, it makes the script more vibrant andinteractive, since it appears conversational. Remove the extra elements: Extra elements likeunnecessary detailing, going out of the story line, etc. should be removed, asthey detract from the main flow of the script. This also endangers the mainelements of the script; they might get lost in all the extra things introduced. Keep the script precise and concise. Flowery language should be avoided; itshould be kept direct as far as possible, unless the script demands otherwise.Active voice, implemented in a clear and brief manner should be preferred. Consistency: The characters’ language, mannerisms, bodylanguage should be consistent, unless the script requires otherwise. Add Humour to the story/script: Humour is an essential part of any animation film. Be innovativewith the story, use your imagination to create funny characters and humoroussituations, think out of the box. In animation, we are given the freedom toplay around with unrealistic characters and situations, make use of thisfreedom to come up with your strange and funny story line. Keep sentences short and witty: Witty dialogues between thecharacters help in creating humour in the given scene. Best is to keep the dialogues short butwitty and remove superfluous words and repetitions and break sentences into partswhenever possible.Effective use of silence: It is essential to put insilence between dialogue, so as to give listeners time to process the verbalcontent and to watch what’s on the screen. Brief pauses can be put into yourscript by indicating where the dialogue should stop for a moment. Silence orpauses also give you time to accommodate a transition to a new line of thought. https://www.bloopanimation.com/story-ideas/Elements of a ScriptA script consists of 3 main elements:· Location(Scene Heading)· Action· DialogueLocation(SceneHeading):At the beginning of each scene we must declare thelocation. We do this in the following format:(a) interior (INT.) or exterior(EXT.)? (b) a description of the location (c) is it day time of night time?INT. St. Xavier’s School Campus – DayLocation description (also known as Scene headings)are left aligned in the script. The Scene Heading tells the reader of thescript where the scene takes place. Are we indoors (INT.) or outdoors (EXT.)? Next we needto name the location, where the action takes place: school campus, living room,etc. Lastly it includes the time of day – night, day, dusk, dawn… all the informationneeded to “set the scene”. Here are a few more examples of Scene Headings:INT. Bedroom – morningEXT. Beach – sunsetINT. Office – night – continuous actionEXT. Highway – dawnAction:This isthe place to describe the action that precedes or follows the dialogue. It iswritten without indention below the description of the location. Actiondescribes what the characters are doing, what all ishappening on-screen. INT. St. Xavier’s School Campus – DayRAVI and SMITA enter the school campus withtwo kittens in their arms Dialogue:When any character speaks, his or her nameappears on the line preceding the dialogue. In screenplays, the name appears ina location approximately in the centre of the line.Indented to the center of the page, the name of the character would be writtenwith capitalletters and the lines of dialogue would be under it, indentedas well.INT. St. Xavier’s School Campus – DayRAVI and SMITA enter the school campus with twokittens in their arms RAVIAre we late?SMITANo, we are not, butwe are with the kittens!Directions for the Dialogue should be in parentheses andplaced before the desired line. Parentheses are the additional directions give inbrackets. INT. St. Xavier’s School Campus DayRAVI and SMITA enter the school campus with akitten in their arms RAVIAre we late?SMITA(Looking at thekittens)No, we are not, butwe are with the kittens!Besides these, let’s also take a look at a fewmore points that make up a Script Format:ExtensionExtensions are technical notes placeddirectly to the right of the Character name that denotes HOW the character’svoice is heard. For example, V. O. means ‘voiceover’.TransitionIt means the change of the scene where theaction seems to blur and refocus into another scene, and is generally used todenote a passage of time. Commonly used transitions are FADE-IN, FADE-OUT,CUT-TO etc.ShotA shot is whatever the camera sees. Forexample, a wide shot would mean that we see every character that appears in thescene, all at once. (refer to the chapter on)https://www.wikihow. com/Write-Movie-ScriptsAnswer thefollowing questions:Q1. What is meantby Script Writing?Q2.What are thebasic elements of a Script? Q3.How to write aScript? What is the format Scripts are written in?Q4. Explain anythree guidelines necessary to write a Script?Q5. Write a shortstory and convert it into a Script?Unit2Chapter 1What is Animation?Animation is a way ofmaking a movie from manystill images. The images areput together one after another, and then played at a fast speed to givethe illusion of movement.Animation is arelatively new art form, and though the concept of moving images has been atheme throughout ancient civilizations, it was not until late into the 19thcentury that experimental animation truly began. Today, the industry ofanimation is booming, making up a huge commercial enterprise. However, amongindividual artists, it remains a sacred and unique form of art. A person whomakes animations is called an animator.Types of Animation· 2D animation· 3D animation What is 2DAnimation? 2D animation is the process of generating in atwo-dimensional artistic space. 2D animation focuses on creating storyboards,characters, and backgrounds in two-dimensional environments. Usually thought ofas traditional animation, the figures can move up and down, left, and right.The 2D animation uses vector graphics and bitmap tocreate and edit the animated images and is created using the computers andsoftware programs, such as Adobe Photoshop, Flash and After Effects. 3D Animation 3D Animation is the process of generatingthree-dimensional moving images in the digital environment. It is a type ofanimation that uses computer generated images to create animated scenes. Manipulation of 3D models or objects is carried out within the 3D software forexporting image sequences giving them the illusion of movement and animation.However, this is entirely based on the technique used for manipulating theobjects. There is a difference between 3D and 2D animation.The procedure of generating 3D is sequentiallycategorized into three main sections, and these are modeling, layout andanimation and rendering. There are several software’s available for 3d animationlike Autodesk Maya, Autodesk Max etc. Modeling isthe phase that describes the procedure of generating 3D objects within acertain scene. Layout and Animation phasedescribes that the process followed for animating and positioning the objectswithin a certain scene. Rendering describedthe result or output of completed computer graphics. The process of productionis completed with the careful combination of the sections mentioned above andalso some other sub-sections. Difference between 3D and 2Danimation 2D ANIMATION 3D ANIMATION · 2D Animation means two dimensional movies. · 3d Animation means 3 dimensional movies. · 2D Animation is a flat animation and comprises of only X axis and Y axis. X and Y refer horizontal and vertical (X and Y) dimensions respectively. · 3D animation comprises of X axis, Y axis and Z axis. X, Y and Z refer to height, width and depth respectively. · 2D animation EVERYTHING is drawn · 3D objects, once modeled, can be treated almost as a physical object. Most of the work would be done in 3d application tools · “Moving the camera” in 2D means drawing everything from another angle. · “Moving the camera” in 3D is simply dragging it to another position to see if you like it better. · Adobe After Effects, Adobe Flash Professional, Motion, ToopBoom, and Anime Studio are some of commonly used software used to create 2D animation. · Autodesk 3Ds Max, Autodesk Maya, Cinema 4D, Houdini, ZBrush, and Blender are some of commonly used software used to create 3D animation. 2D Animation Examples: · The Jungle Book · Tom & Jerry · Little Krishna 3D Animation Examples: · Toy Story · Shrek · The Incredible · Jurassic Park (Dinosaurs) · The Transformers (Robots) Answer thefollowing questions:Q1. what is meant by animation?Q2. what is 2D Animation?Q3. What is 3D animation?Q4. Name any three differences between 2Dand 3D Animation?Q5. Name any two 3D applications/softwares?

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Hippocrates (460-377 BC) and Herodotus (484-425 BC) were both ancient Greek philosophers who made substantial contributions to the fields of medicine and history, respectively. However, the two thinkers also had divergent views when it came to the realm of education. Hippocrates, considered the “father of medicine,” emphasized the importance of scientific inquiry and empirical evidence when it came to understanding the human body and its functions. He believed that education should be geared towards nurturing the critical thinking skills necessary to observe, document, and analyze phenomena in a systematic and evidence-based manner. Herodotus, on the other hand, was more interested in exploring the cultural and societal contexts that shaped historical events. He saw education as a means of cultivating an appreciation for the richness and diversity of human experiences, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and oral traditions in transmitting knowledge. In summary, while both Hippocrates and Herodotus placed great value on education, their divergent philosophies illustrate the range of perspectives that can inform and shape the domain of learning and knowledge acquisition. Hippocrates, often referred to as the father of modern medicine, was born on the Greek island of Kos in 460 BC. He received a formal education in medicine and science, which was an unusual trend in ancient Greece. During that time, education was focused on philosophy and rhetoric, which involved the art of speaking and persuasion. Hippocrates’ father was also a physician, and he taught his son the basic principles of medicine early on. Later on, Hippocrates moved on to study medicine and anatomy with Herodicus, a renowned physician and dabbler in gymnastics. Being exposed to scientific thinking early in his life enabled him to become an expert in medicine and the art of healing. Hippocrates received his education at the Asklepion in Kos, which was a medical school that was dedicated to the study of medicine and the art of healing. Here, he studied the works of the ancient physicians and philosophers such as Pythagoras and Democritus. He also spent a considerable amount of time practicing medicine, treating patients, and observing their symptoms. One of the most significant contributions that Hippocrates made to the field of medicine was the development of the Hippocratic Oath, which all doctors still adhere to today. The oath outlines the ethical principles that practitioners must adhere to, such as not harming their patients and keeping patient confidentiality. In conclusion, Hippocrates’ education in medicine and science was groundbreaking during ancient Greece, a time when philosophy and rhetoric were the primary focus of education. His knowledge of medicine and science enabled him to contribute significantly to the field of medicine and become one of the most influential physicians of all time. Herodotus was born in Halicarnassus, which is now known as Bodrum, located in Turkey. As an aristocratic boy, he received a traditional education in poetry, music, and gymnastics, which was typical for boys from prominent families. Greek education during that time primarily focused on the arts, with the aim of producing competent leaders. Herodotus’ education had a significant influence on his later writings. Herodotus learned poetry, which was crucial in ancient Greece. Greek poetry was a means of conveying stories, myths, and historical events in an entertaining and memorable way, making it a popular medium of communication. Herodotus became interested in chronicling events that would become the basis of his Histories, which spanned events leading to the Persian Wars, including the various cultures and customs in these regions. Poetry helped him build his narrative skill, enabling him to express his ideas poignantly and creatively in his writing. Herodotus also learned music, which complemented his poetry education. Music education in ancient Greece was not only about playing instruments but also about learning various melodies and rhythms that were used in poetry recitals. Music education helped Herodotus to comprehend how to convey emotion and passion through his writing; it also aided him in recording historical events in a lyrical way, making his Histories something of a poetic masterpiece. Gymnastics formed another critical aspect of Herodotus’ education. The Greeks believed that a healthy mind can only belong in a healthy body, making gymnastics an essential part of education. It was also imperative to shape boys into strong and capable leaders. Gymnastics was not just for physical exercise but also played an important role in character building, discipline, and self-control. Herodotus’ regular physical activities made him a more disciplined and determined writer, which helped in his quest to offer a well-structured and factual record of historical events. Hippocrates’ contributions to medicine Hippocrates was a Greek physician who lived in the 5th century BCE. He is popularly known as the “father of modern medicine” for his contributions that continue to influence the practice of medicine. Unlike his contemporary, Herodotus, who believed that illnesses were caused by gods and spirits, Hippocrates believed in using a systematic and scientific approach to diagnose and treat illnesses. Hippocrates’ approach to medicine was based on observation and evidence. He believed that illnesses were caused by natural causes, such as environmental factors like climate and geography, and not by divine intervention. According to Hippocratic teachings, physicians should observe and study the symptoms of an illness, test the effectiveness of treatments, and document their observations. Through these methods, physicians were able to identify patterns in illnesses and formulate treatments that were effective. One of Hippocrates’ most important contributions to medicine was the Hippocratic Oath. This oath was a set of ethical principles that physicians were expected to abide by, including advocating for their patients’ best interests, maintaining patient confidentiality, and seeking to do no harm. Hippocrates also introduced the concept of the four humors, which became a prevalent theory in medicine during the Middle Ages. According to this theory, the body was composed of four fluids: blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile. When a person became ill, it was believed that their humors were out of balance, and treatment would involve restoring the balance of the humors. Hippocrates also wrote extensively on the importance of diet and exercise in maintaining good health. He believed that food had a direct impact on a person’s health, and that eating a balanced diet was essential to preventing illness. Additionally, Hippocrates believed that exercise was beneficial for both physical and mental health. In summary, Hippocrates’ contributions to medicine have had a lasting impact on the field. His scientific approach to medicine, emphasis on observation and evidence, and ethical principles continue to influence medical practice today. Herodotus’ Contributions to History Herodotus, also known as the “father of history,” was a Greek historian who lived in the 5th century BC. His pioneering work in recording and analyzing past events has been praised by scholars and historians throughout history. Herodotus is best known for his extensive writings on the Persian Wars and the cultures of ancient Greece and Egypt. One of the key contributions of Herodotus to history was his use of sources. Herodotus was one of the first historians to use a wide range of sources, including eyewitness accounts, historical records, and his own observations. This allowed him to create a more comprehensive and detailed account of past events. In addition to his use of sources, Herodotus was also known for his writing style. Herodotus wrote in a narrative style, which was a departure from the dry and factual accounts of earlier historians. His stories were often colorful, filled with anecdotes, and provided vivid descriptions of the people and cultures he encountered in his travels. Another important aspect of Herodotus’ work was his approach to history. Herodotus believed that history should be based on both fact and interpretation. He saw history as a way of understanding the complexities of human behavior and the motivations of individuals and societies. Finally, Herodotus’ work has had a lasting impact on the study of history. His writings have been studied and analyzed by scholars throughout the centuries, and his approach to history has influenced many subsequent historians. In summary, Herodotus’ contributions to history are significant. His pioneering work in recording and analyzing past events, his use of sources, his narrative style, his interpretive approach to history, and his lasting impact on the study of history all make him one of the most important figures in the history of the discipline. Hippocrates’ Emphasis on Empirical Knowledge Hippocrates, often regarded as the father of medicine, broke away from the traditional beliefs of his time to promote the use of empirical knowledge in the field of medicine. While his contemporaries relied on religious beliefs and dogma to diagnose and treat illnesses, Hippocrates held that medical practices should be based solely on the observance of natural phenomena. Hippocrates’ approach highlighted the importance of rigorous observation of patients’ symptoms, behaviors, and physical signs. He emphasized that the evaluation of the patient’s body’s natural processes and responses, such as the pulse and the temperature, was vital to determining the cause of the illness and devising suitable treatments. Hippocrates’ emphasis on empirical knowledge paved the way for modern-day scientific methods used in medicine, which prioritizes experimentation and data collection. His views on the importance of observation and evidence over baseless speculation remain an influential pillar in medicine today. For instance, when Hippocrates advised doctors to feel the patient’s pulse to determine the root of the problem, he did not base his theory on religious beliefs or superstition. Instead, he used evidence-based reasoning to devise the technique, backed up by in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Furthermore, Hippocrates’ observation of what was happening in the patient’s body led him to differentiate between chronic and acute illnesses based on their symptoms. This advancement enabled the establishment of more effective treatments for each, with chronic illnesses treated using lifestyle changes and medicines, and acute illnesses treated with simpler remedies such as rest, diet, and exercise. In summary, Hippocrates’ emphasis on empirical knowledge revolutionized the field of medicine, advocating for scientific advancements in medical practices. He modeled the importance of evidence-based decision making, scientific rigor, and the centrality of observation in accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. His study of natural phenomena still informs the study and practice of medicine to this day. Herodotus’ emphasis on personal experience Herodotus, the ancient Greek historian, is often referred to as the “father of history” due to his method of gathering information through personal experience and interviews with eyewitnesses. This approach was vastly different from his contemporary Hippocrates, who relied mostly on theory and deduction in his medical practice. Herodotus believed that first-hand accounts were essential in creating accurate historical records. He traveled extensively throughout the ancient world, gathering information on customs, traditions, and major events. His travels took him to Egypt, Persia, and even as far as India. He prided himself on his ability to gather reliable information through interviews with eyewitnesses. One of Herodotus’ most significant contributions to historical research was his insistence on verifying information through cross-referencing. He would compare different accounts of an event or historical figure, looking for inconsistencies and similarities. Herodotus was meticulous in his research and would not include any information that he could not verify personally or through reliable sources. In contrast, Hippocrates, the Greek physician and father of medicine, relied heavily on theoretical knowledge in his medical practice. Although he did observe his patients, much of his treatment recommendations were based on theories about bodily fluids and temperament. Hippocrates did not perform extensive research into the causes and effective treatments of diseases, unlike his contemporary Herodotus. Herodotus’ emphasis on personal experience and eyewitness accounts remains an essential aspect of historical research today. Historians continue to investigate historical events and figures by examining first-hand accounts of the time, taking into account the perspective of the observers and any biases they might have had. In conclusion, Herodotus’ approach to historical research was vastly different from his contemporary Hippocrates. Herodotus believed in the importance of personal experience and eyewitness accounts, which he used to create reliable historical records. He traveled extensively, gathering information and cross-referencing to ensure accuracy in his work. Hippocrates, on the other hand, relied heavily on theory and deduction, and did not perform extensive research into diseases and their causes. Despite their differences, both Greek scholars have made significant contributions to the fields of history and medicine, respectively. Hippocrates’ Scientific Approach to Medicine Hippocrates, often called the “Father of Medicine,” is known for pioneering a new approach to medicine in ancient Greece. Unlike Herodotus, who collected anecdotal evidence and relied on myths and legends to explain the origins of diseases, Hippocrates based his medical theories on careful observation and experimentation. He believed that disease was not caused by supernatural forces or punishment from the gods, but rather by natural causes that could be studied and understood through scientific investigation. Hippocrates’ scientific approach to medicine involved several key principles. One of the most important was careful observation of the patient’s symptoms. Hippocrates believed that the appearance of a patient’s skin, the sound of their voice, and the smell of their breath could all provide important clues to the underlying cause of their illness. He also encouraged doctors to take detailed medical histories from their patients, asking about the onset of symptoms, family medical history, and other relevant factors that might help them diagnose and treat the illness. In addition to observation and history-taking, Hippocrates also emphasized the importance of experimentation and evidence in medical practice. He believed that doctors should rely on their own experiences and those of their colleagues to develop effective treatments for their patients. Early in his career, Hippocrates kept detailed notes of his own patients’ symptoms, treatments, and outcomes, which he later used to develop a set of guidelines for treating specific illnesses. These guidelines, which came to be known as the Hippocratic Corpus, formed the basis for much of Western medicine for centuries to come. Another important feature of Hippocrates’ scientific approach to medicine was his emphasis on prevention. He believed that doctors had a responsibility to help their patients maintain good health by avoiding harmful behaviors and following healthy habits. He recommended a balanced diet, regular exercise, and adequate rest as the keys to good health, and warned against excessive drinking, overeating, and other unhealthy behaviors. Perhaps one of the most enduring legacies of Hippocrates’ scientific approach to medicine is his emphasis on the importance of ethics in medical practice. Hippocrates believed that doctors had a moral obligation to put the interests of their patients first, and to avoid harm whenever possible. He encouraged doctors to be honest and transparent with their patients, and to always seek to do what was best for them. In summary, Hippocrates differed significantly from Herodotus in his approach to medicine. While Herodotus relied on myths and anecdotes, Hippocrates developed a systematic, scientific approach based on observation, experimentation, and evidence. His emphasis on preventive care, ethics, and the importance of the doctor-patient relationship continues to influence medical practice today. Herodotus’ narrative style in history Herodotus was a Greek historian known for his narrative style of history writing. Unlike his contemporaries, Herodotus didn’t focus solely on military or political events but also included cultural, social, and economic aspects that surrounded it. His narrative style not only made the events of the past come alive for his readers but also made them understand how those events shaped the society in which they occurred. One of the most striking features of Herodotus’ narrative technique is his use of vivid descriptions. He wanted his readers to have a clear picture of the events, people, and places he wrote about. For example, in his description of the Battle of Marathon, he not only described the battle but also the landscape, the tactics used by both sides, and the heroic deeds of individual warriors. By doing so, he made the battle more than just a military conflict but an intense human drama. Moreover, Herodotus’ narrative style included characterization of the people he was writing about. He depicted the leading figures of his history as complex human beings, with virtues and flaws. For instance, he described the Persian king Xerxes as a man who was both impulsive and arrogant. This made his readers understand that even the most powerful people in history had their weaknesses, which sometimes led to their downfall. Another storytelling technique that Herodotus used was the addition of dialogue. He included actual dialogues between the people he was writing about. This made his narrative more realistic and vivid. For instance, in his description of the Persian Wars, he included a dialogue between the Persian envoy and the Athenian envoy before the Battle of Marathon. The dialogue showed the different perspectives of the two sides and added more depth to the story. Apart from these techniques, Herodotus also used prologues and epilogues to provide context and closure to his narrative. In his prologues, he introduced the events and characters to his readers, while in his epilogues, he reflected on the significance of those events. This helped the readers to understand the historical context of the events and why they were important. Finally, Herodotus’ narrative style was not only informative but also engaging. He recognized that history was not just a record of important events but also an art, which required him to tell a story. By doing so, he made his history writing interesting not only to scholars but also to common people who wanted to learn more about their past. In contrast to Herodotus, Hippocrates was a physician and not a historian. He is known for his contributions to medicine, particularly to the field of diagnosis and prognosis. Unlike Herodotus, his writings were not narrative in form but rather technical treatises. Nonetheless, his writing style was clear and concise, which made it accessible to medical students and practitioners. Hippocrates’ early life Hippocrates was born on the island of Kos in ancient Greece in 460 BCE. Hippocrates was born into a wealthy family, and he received a classical education in areas such as literature, music, and poetry. None of the biographies written about him offer much information about his personal life, but it is believed that he practised medicine in Kos for some years before moving to Athens. The Hippocratic Corpus is a collection of medical texts attributed to Hippocrates. These texts are written in Ancient Greek and cover various topics related to medicine such as patient care, diagnosis, treatment, and ethical practices. The texts are still used in modern medical education, and they have influenced the development of medicine in numerous ways. The Hippocratic Oath, which is still taken by medical professionals today, is attributed to Hippocrates and is based on one of the texts in the Hippocratic Corpus. The Hippocratic method emphasises the importance of observing the patient carefully, documenting their symptoms, and using this information to make a diagnosis. It also advocates for the use of natural remedies for treatment whenever possible, rather than resorting to invasive procedures or medication. This approach forms the basis of modern medical practice and is still used by doctors today. Hippocrates believed that the body had the power to heal itself and that it was the doctor’s job to support the body’s natural healing processes. Hippocrates’ theories on illness Hippocrates believed that illness was caused by an imbalance in the four humours of the body: blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile. Treatment involved restoring the balance of these fluids through diet, exercise, and natural remedies such as herbs. This was a departure from earlier beliefs that illness was caused by supernatural forces, and it paved the way for a more scientific approach to medicine. Hippocrates’ influence on modern medicine Hippocrates’ impact on medicine continues to be felt today, and his method and principles remain relevant in modern medical practice. His emphasis on the importance of observation, documentation, and natural healing methods is still used today. The Hippocratic Oath, which is attributed to Hippocrates, is still taken by medical professionals around the world. The Hippocratic Corpus remains an important reference for medical students, and the principles laid out in these texts have helped shape modern medical education. Hippocrates’ role in medical ethics Hippocrates’ influence on medical ethics is also significant. The Hippocratic Oath, which is attributed to him, contains the basic principles of medical ethics, such as the duty to protect patient confidentiality, provide the highest level of care, and to do no harm. These principles continue to guide medical practice today, and they are an essential part of medical ethics education. Hippocrates’ differences from Herodotus Hippocrates and Herodotus were both ancient Greeks, but they had different areas of interest. Herodotus was a historian and writer, while Hippocrates was a physician. Herodotus wrote about the political and social events of his time, while Hippocrates focused on medicine and the human body. Herodotus wrote about the supernatural and divine, while Hippocrates believed in the power of observation and natural healing methods. While their interests differed, both men made significant contributions to the development of Western thought and Western medicine. Hippocrates’ influence on alternative medicine Hippocrates’ approach to medicine emphasised the importance of natural remedies and non-invasive treatments. This approach is still present in alternative medicine practices today. Hippocrates’ theories on illness and the importance of a healthy diet and lifestyle have also influenced alternative medicine practices, such as naturopathy and holistic medicine. While some of these practices have been criticised for lacking scientific evidence, they demonstrate the lasting impact of Hippocrates’ philosophy on modern healthcare. Herodotus’ legacy in history Herodotus is often referred to as the “father of history” due to his significant contributions to the field of ancient history and historiography. His writings provided a detailed account of ancient events and cultures that were not previously recorded, leading to a better understanding of the past. One of Herodotus’ most significant contributions was the concept of “historia,” the Greek word for inquiry or investigation. Rather than merely recounting events, Herodotus sought to understand the causes and motivations behind them. This approach to history influenced future historians and continues to be an important aspect of historical study today. Herodotus’ work, “The Histories,” is a vast collection of historical accounts and anecdotes covering the rise of the Persian Empire, the Persian Wars, and the cultures and customs of the ancient world. This work laid the foundation for modern historical writing and continues to be studied and appreciated more than two thousand years after it was written. In addition to his significant contributions to the study of ancient history, Herodotus also made important contributions to geography, ethnography, and anthropology. His descriptions of the lands and peoples he encountered on his travels provide valuable insights into the cultures of the ancient world. Herodotus’ legacy has had a lasting impact on the study of history and continues to inspire historians and scholars today. His approach to history, emphasis on investigation and inquiry, and detailed descriptions of ancient culture and society have paved the way for numerous advancements in historical writing and research.

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Research suggests that many teaching strategies, such as direct instruction, child-initiated play, structured activities and engagement with older peers are effective for supporting children’s development, but none are appropriate for all learning goals. For example, social competence is more likely to develop during play than direct instruction, but direct instruction might be more effective for building academic knowledge. Multiple teaching strategies are required to be used flexibly and adapted to meet individual children’s specific needs, prior knowledge, and current level of understanding in relation to desired curriculum goals. Research within the disciplines of neuroscience and cognitive psychology offer five broad principles to support optimal learning and brain development in the early years. These are: - Emphasise relationships and promote social interaction - Nurture children’s wellbeing - Build on prior learning - Make learning authentic and meaningful - Develop children’s capacities for learning to learn Emphasise relationships and promote social interaction Social interactions are extremely significant in children’s learning in all areas. Children are social learners whose development occurs in the context of their interactions with other people and with their environment. Through meaningful interactions with caregivers that involve increasingly complex problem-solving and communication, children learn to think and to use language and other symbols to express experiences and ideas. Children’s ability to make the most of learning opportunities in an early childhood setting are dependent to a great extent on their ability to trust and establish a secure bond with the teacher, as well as to negotiate successful relationships with peers. The quality of the interactions between infants and their caregivers influences the child’s future physical and mental health as well as their capacity to interact with others. Neuroscience demonstrates that infant brains are specially focused on receiving and understanding stimulation from other people: nurturing interactions with adults provide sensory stimuli that develop the neural pathways that are the foundation of many of the brain’s core competencies, including language, cognition and coping strategies. Infants who are born into nurturing environments and experience positive sensory stimulation develop connections and responses that enable optimal development, health, wellbeing and competencies. What kind of relationships and interactions are best? Research finds that quality relationships that are highly nurturing and interactions that are highly responsive as well as cognitively challenging are the greatest factor in increasing learning and development, supporting better outcomes in terms of children’s peer relations, behaviour, dispositions for learning and later school achievement. Rich, two-sided and sustained conversations are related to healthy language development and later academic success. The most important pedagogical principle for effective early learning is responsiveness. Teachers’ responsiveness to children’s developmental level and characteristics is crucial to supporting their learning and development and has a huge effect on the way that neural connections are wired. Responsive and sustained interactions with infants are found to build and strengthen the neural circuitry of the brain and develop communication, language, social and emotional skills, as well as contributing to the development of secure attachment relationships. Joint attention and joint action are important as they enable children to infer the relationships between objects, actions and words. This initial rapport with other people involves them in joint attitudes toward things in their environment, which strengthens their sense of connection – seeing the same things, doing the same things and sharing the same feelings about those things. Long-standing relationships between teachers and children enable the development of a shared common background of experiences to draw on in ongoing interactions, thereby promoting more effective interactions. In high quality, responsive interactions, teachers are genuinely interested in the child’s thoughts and actions: they listen, extend children’s thoughts and knowledge, and co-construct meanings together through the process of knowledge sharing and exchange in order to develop ‘sustained shared thinking’ and intersubjectivity (joint attention and shared focus, understanding and purpose). Either the child or the teacher can initiate the interaction, but it is the response that can ensure a teaching and learning episode and a turn-by-turn conversational flow, characterised by a smooth flow of sequence of actions and words jointly constructed by the teacher and child. When implementing responsive interactions, it is important to: - Ensure both teachers and children have plenty of time for interaction. Join in and play and get down to a face to face level with children. - Demonstrate an emotionally warm, devoted and appreciating stance towards children in order for strong emotional bonds, positive feelings and motivation for learning to develop. Use touch to communicate care and provide children with a sense of security, confidence and self-assurance as well as sensory stimulation. - Make overtures to children through comments that are in tune with their current focus of attention to foster reciprocity and intersubjectivity, then build on the children’s activities, taking into account their interest, prior knowledge and skill level. A shared focus or intersubjectivity can be achieved through language, touch, physical actions or engaging with the emotions of an interaction. - With infants, focus on ‘serve and return’ interactions, which involve acknowledging and responding to an infant or child’s attempt to communicate in a way that continues the exchange. Learning to read infants’ signals and respond appropriately helps an infant to feel understood and important, and to learn new skills over many repetitions. Notice where infants look and what they touch to find out their interests, and engage with them on those things. Engage infants in brief exchanges and reciprocal communication using vocalisations, gestures, expressions and movements. - Intently listen to children, allowing children to initiate conversations. Select an aspect of a child’s utterance to build upon by asking questions or providing further information. Promote reciprocity and children’s active participation in exchanges by being responsive emotionally (maintaining eye contact, smiling) and linguistically (consistently responding to children’s communications, recasting or expanding children’s comments), and being interactive (slowing down, giving cues for the child to take another turn, and asking open-ended questions). This promotes children’s sense of competence and self-determination. Cognitively enriching interactions Children learn to think and to use language in the context of social relationships and interactions. Quality interactions are a factor in cognitive development and the attainment of knowledge. Children make greater progress when they experience quality verbal interactions with teachers, including open-ended questioning, sustained shared thinking, modelling of skills and behaviours, and formative feedback during activities. Successful interactions pull children in and along, so that effective learning is based upon a smooth and meaningful exchange. Power and status can influence the emotional flow of interactions, for example, if teachers are overly directive, or evoke negative emotions. Language exposure is critical to nourishing and stimulating a child’s brain. Both the quantity and quality of language experiences that children have are strongly linked to their cognitive and language development, social skills, and later academic performance. Teachers’ use of a wide vocabulary, cognitively challenging conversations, and conversations that involve multiple reciprocal turns have been found to correlate with children’s subsequent language and literacy development. Research finds that even short exchanges that are a minute or so long are a rich context for learning and teaching. Teaching style is found to affect the amount of initiative children show in making comments or asking questions, as well as the number of words they use in each conversational turn. While questioning is valuable, there are negative effects associated with stringing many questions together. A higher frequency of questions from the teacher reduces the likelihood of children using initiative, elaborating or following up their response with additional and unrequested information, and is associated with shorter utterances overall. Children are more likely to give low-level replies, which means that increasing questions will not increase children’s level or amount of reasoning, remembering or hypothesising. When implementing cognitively enriching interactions, it is important to: - Make oral language development a priority in your everyday interactions and activities. Use ‘parentese’ (higher intonation, careful enunciation, slower pace) with infants to gain their attention, and encourage imitation or response. Use your responses to children’s utterances to scaffold more complex language, add linguistically and cognitively challenging input and offer vocabulary to accommodate new ideas. Use sophisticated and varied vocabulary in a way that children can understand your meaning, and use words or concepts in different contexts. - Seek to maintain conversation on a given topic. Repeat children’s responses to your questions, or include their words directly into a subsequent question, rather than offer an evaluative response, and pause to offer children opportunities to speak. Try to find a connection to the topic raised by the child, add new information that is contingent on the child’s contribution, encourage them to clarify their meanings, and provide opportunities for the child to contribute their own knowledge. Use fewer ‘controlling’ moves, such as questions or monitoring and managing conversational turns. - Observe children’s social interactions, and work to facilitate positive peer relationships. For example, invite children to join the conversation, refer children to one another for information or help, and invite children to interact together. These strategies have been found to increase the number of utterances children direct at their peers during play. Furthermore, positive relationships with peers are significant for children’s social and emotional development. - Engage children in cognitively challenging conversations. This could include: personal narratives; explanations; re-creating events; sharing opinions and ideas in pretend play; analysing experiences and different ways of doing things; and theorising about how things work. Give children information when they need it, but not too often as they may become passive, bored and disinterested. - Ask both low level and higher level questions. Lower level questions elicit labels (‘do you know what this is?’), descriptions (‘what do these look like to you?’) and recall (‘what do these remind you of?’). High level, cognitively demanding questions provide opportunities for children to examine their previous concepts and understandings and encourage explaining, imagining, interpreting, predicting, and forming opinions. Avoid question sequences, repeating the same question until the children answer it, repeating children’s answers, answering your own questions, whole group questioning and chorus answers. Nurture children’s wellbeing Cognitive, social, emotional and physical development are interdependent in the early years, so holistic approaches that bring together all four aspects are important. Emotions are highly significant in the functioning of the brain, and emotional processes affect all other neural processes. Fear and stress are found to reduce analytical capacity, whereas positive emotions open pathways within the brain. For older children, cognitive learning is greatly enhanced when children experience feelings of confidence, emotional devotion to a topic, and being carried away by or highly focused on a topic. Nurturing interactions are particularly crucial to the learning process. The quality of emotional communication between infants and caregivers contributes to the child’s wellbeing. In general, emotional security enables the self-regulation required for more effective engagement with learning opportunities. Positive and pro-social environments in which children experience close relationships with teachers, well-developed play scenarios with peers, and minimal disruptive behaviour are important because the social and emotional climate affects individual children’s behaviour. Research also finds that the quality of care in early childhood settings makes a difference to children’s cortisol levels: high quality early childhood settings are associated with lower cortisol levels at the end of the day while low quality settings are associated with higher cortisol levels, with the most vulnerable children showing the highest levels of all. When implementing strategies for nurturing wellbeing, it is important to: - Attend to children’s needs for good nutrition, sleep, and physical exercise, which are conducive to improved brain functioning. Ensure children have quality naps. Naps support children’s learning by consolidating memories acquired earlier in the day. - Provide environments in which children feel safe and supported by ensuring sensitive and responsive support from adults who can manage the cognitive, physical and emotional challenges that children experience. - Construct strong attachments with children and act as a secure base from which the child can explore the setting. Be emotionally present (not just physically) and be prepared to offer help if needed (and just enough help for the child to do the task themselves). Enjoy children’s adventures with them, and experience lots of genuine delight in the child. Develop trust through the provision of clear expectations and directions as well as positive consequences for appropriate behaviour. - Help children to organise their feelings by accepting their feelings rather than seeking to change them, for example, ‘I can see that you feel sad at the moment, you feel sad when mummy has to go’. Empathise with an infant or child using tone of voice, gesture and facial expression, and then slowly adjust to a calmer state. - Ensure that children experience the positive emotions associated with learning and gaining skills and understanding. Research finds that the brain responds very well to the sense of illumination and enlightenment that comes with grasping new concepts, so plan for challenging activity that is just beyond, yet within reach of, children’s current skills and understanding, and don’t be afraid to introduce new concepts and skills. Build on prior learning As new events and experiences occur, the brain identifies common patterns across these and prior events, creating schemas. Schemas are knowledge structures by which new information can be encoded. This means that learning takes place in the context of previous understanding and knowledge, and new understandings are built on top of existing understandings. Children learn about new information or new processes in the light of what they already understand and know, and it is impossible for them to understand, learn or remember something that is totally unfamiliar. Learning involves a gradual unfolding of understanding characterised by corrected errors, revised misconceptions and expanded ideas. Working theories are gradually revised as new evidence comes along, enabling the child to understand all kinds of phenomena in a new way. Scaffolding is a specific teaching strategy that accommodates children’s prior learning and skill level while using various teaching techniques to help the child reach a higher level of thinking or capacity in relation to an activity. For example, teachers can simply invite children to an activity if they have a high level of competence, or provide detailed questioning, instruction and guidance when the child is less competent in relation to the activity. As the child develops competence, the teacher can gradually withdraw their support. For example, to scaffold learning to sew with a needle, the teacher might demonstrate and describe the actions required, offer a sewing template with pre-cut holes, and start the child off by completing the first few stitches for them. In order to scaffold children’s learning, teachers need to provide challenge at the right level within the child’s zone of proximal development. In the zone of proximal development, teachers support children at the cusp of what they are able to understand and do – in other words, with skills, dispositions or knowledge that are newly emerging, and that require some assistance or encouragement. This requires knowledge of the learning needed as well as of the child’s capacities, understandings and needs in relation to it. The level of challenge is different for each child, changing with task and context. When building on prior learning, it is important to: - Individualise learning through guided knowledge construction. Respect what children already know and can do, and use these as the basis for them acquiring new knowledge. - Create opportunities to draw out and explore children’s emergent understandings, ideas and working theories, and use interactions to highlight links with (rather than simply provide) new concepts, knowledge and activities to extend those understandings. Children benefit from having teachers structure their experiences and point out the relevant similarities and differences. - Match the amount of support you offer to the skill level of the child, and monitor their progress, ensuring you provide just enough but not too much support. Reflect on what you have seen the child do before, and how much help they are likely to need to successfully achieve their goals to determine what kind of interactions will help. If the child falters, provide more support, and decrease support to encourage more independent action as they become more competent. Embed newly learned skills into new contexts. - Use scaffolding to extend children in all areas of the curriculum. For example, use children’s observations about the world, such as the growth of a particular plant in the garden, to think about scientific explanations. However, avoid ‘hijacking’ the conversation for your own ends, instead expanding and extending on children’s ideas within a supportive and warm environment in which you acknowledge and appreciate the child’s efforts and understandings. Make learning authentic and meaningful Children learn best through activities that they perceive as meaningful and useful. Drawing on and extending children’s interests as a source of curriculum is especially important for early childhood teachers, as attention and self-regulation are still developing abilities. Children’s interests are a source of intrinsic motivation, involving them in exploring and acquiring knowledge of their surrounding environment. Extensive and deep knowledge of an interest supports children to learn in rich detail, and leads to more effective neural connections than, for example, drill learning. When creating authentic and meaningful contexts, it is important to: - Involve children in authentic and meaningful everyday tasks and authentic cultural contexts, in which children can learn from being mutually engaged in activity alongside adults. Research shows that, when the content for learning abstract concepts involves objects and ideas familiar to children from their everyday life experiences, they are able to achieve greater success. - Notice and document children’s emerging areas of interest and expertise, and support children to become interested and knowledgeable in at least one topic, which is linked to children’s propensity to ask questions and take initiative in conversations. - Offer a range of ways of engaging with learning, as some children might be supported most effectively through narrative, and others through hands-on construction and creativity. Learning opportunities need to offer multiple points of entry for young children. - Don’t underestimate children’s capabilities in an area of interest. When children accumulate a large amount of knowledge in an area of interest to them, they can perform at a level far exceeding expectations, including working with abstract categories and classification schemes and structures. Children who have developed a large store of knowledge about a particular topic are willing to explore and discuss their learning in very different ways. In some situations children can be more knowledgeable than teachers, and interactions focussed on knowledge-sharing are valuable contexts for children to practise explaining, using and defining specialist vocabulary. Develop children’s capacities for learning to learn Infants already observe, think and reason as they interact with the world, and children spontaneously develop strategies to help solve problems at an early age. Children can be taught learning strategies and metacognitive skills to help them monitor their thinking and learning, as well as developing theories about what learning is which affect their behaviour within situations where effortful learning is required. When children understand the learning process, they can be more motivated to continue with learning activities, rather than believing that they simply don’t know or can’t do it. Mental tools or strategies include trial and error, developing analogies, or relating information and ideas. These are usually learnt from other people through the use of questioning, modelling and demonstrating. For example, children’s invented stories improve after they have had storytelling modelled to them. Children who can use a broad range of learning strategies tend to be more successful in problem-solving, reading and text comprehension. When implementing learning to learn, it is important to: - Specifically explain, and make explicit, learning goals that you are pursuing for children. Comment when you observe those desired learning dispositions and goals in order to direct children’s attention to this aspect of their learning and scaffold learning further in the direction of the goal. Model the actions and behaviours of an effective learner yourself, for example, by finding reference material when you are stuck with a drawing. - Aim to strengthen the learning dispositions identified as priorities for learning in your setting by increasing their frequency, expanding the contexts in which they are used, and deepening their complexity. Orchestrate resources and activities to create an inviting environment for that particular learning goal or disposition. For example, if you are seeking to strengthen children’s dispositions and abilities to collaborate with one another, choose activities and resources that make collaboration necessary and attractive. - Have conversations with children about their learning journeys as you revisit and review children’s portfolios and other documentation. Use phrases such as ‘Remember when…?’, ‘you couldn’t do this last week’, ‘this looks different’, and ‘how did you learn to do that?’. Emphasise the learning strategies (practising, planning, etc.) that were used. Encourage children to reflect on their learning and develop stories about themselves as learners. Support them to become aware that their intelligence is not fixed and they can grow skills and knowledge with practice, experience and effort. - Develop a learning language with a wide vocabulary, including words such as ‘practising’, ‘being resourceful’, ‘being an author/ scientist’ and ‘trying hard’ and apply them to concrete examples of children’s learning. Curricular programmes in early childhood can take many different forms and reflect local and unique priorities, but are likely to support children’s learning more powerfully when underpinned by the principles of effective learning identified by research. These means curricular programmes should be focused on building on children’s prior learning, promoting learning to learn, and offering authentic and meaningful learning opportunities, within a context focussed on children’s wellbeing, positive relationships and interactions. Prepared for The Education Hub by Dr Vicki Hargraves Bowman, B. T., Donovan, M. S., & Burns, M. S. (2000). Eager to learn: Educating our pre-schoolers. Washington, D.C.: National Academy Press. Retrieved from: http://nap.edu/9745 Carr, M. (2011). Young children reflecting on their learning: Teachers’ conversation strategies. Early Years, 31(3), 257-270. doi: 10.1080/09575146.2011.613805 McCain, M. N., Mustard, J. F., & Shanker, S. (2007). Early years study 2: Putting science into action. Toronto, Canada: Council for Early Childhood Development. Retrieved from: http://earlylearning.ubc.ca/media/publications/early_years_study_2.pdf By Dr Vicki Hargraves

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If we take a stroll in the wilderness of Native American culture, we’ll undoubtedly find a plethora of animal symbols tucked away within their folklores. And one such character that has piqued the curiosity of many enthusiasts worldwide is the raven. Interestingly enough, these black feathered creatures have managed to transcend the ravines of time and make their home not just in the legend of North America’s indigenous people but also in many other cultures worldwide. But the question remains – what does the raven symbolize in Native American culture? The raven is not your typical bird. It’s more a symbol of paradoxes and complexity. Not only is it considered a creator and a trickster, but it’s also associated with death and rebirth, intelligence and greed, and light and darkness. These qualities, among others, have cemented the raven’s position as one of the major players in the Native American pantheon of animal spirits. They represent an integral part of the lives of many tribes, such as the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian, to mention a few, who revere these characterful birds and attribute them with controlling the ebb and flow of life. The ancient Native Americans believed that animals were conduits of spiritual energy that could be harnessed for the betterment of their lives. They had deep respect for nature and sought to learn and understand the lessons that the animals taught them through their actions and behaviors. And the raven, with its unique set of qualities, became quite a compelling teacher in Native American folklore. So, whether you’re curious about the raven’s power, it’s symbolism, or the role it plays in shaping cultures, stick with me, and we will explore the mystical world of the raven in Native American culture. The Raven as a Trickster Figure In Native American culture, the Raven is often depicted as a trickster figure. Tricksters are known for their ability to deceive and manipulate, often for their own amusement. The Raven is no different; he is a playful and mischievous creature who delights in tricking others. The Raven’s trickster nature is reflected in many of the stories and myths that feature him. In one story, the Raven tricks the sun out of its light and warmth, causing darkness and cold to envelop the earth. In another, he steals fire from the gods and brings it back to humans. These stories illustrate the Raven’s cunning and resourcefulness, as well as his willingness to take risks and challenge authority. - The Raven is often seen as a symbol of transformation and change. Because of his ability to transform from one shape to another, he is associated with the power of metamorphosis. This quality also makes him a popular subject in art and literature, where he is often depicted as a symbol of transformation and change. - Despite his trickster nature, the Raven is also revered as a powerful and wise creature. In many Native American cultures, he is seen as a messenger between the human world and the spirit world, and is often called upon to guide people through difficult times. - The Raven is also associated with death and the afterlife, due to his role as a messenger between worlds. This is especially true in some Native American cultures, where the Raven is seen as a guardian of the dead and a guide to the other side. Overall, the Raven is a complex and multifaceted figure in Native American culture. His trickster nature makes him a playful and mischievous creature, but his wisdom and power also make him a respected and revered figure. Whether he is stealing fire from the gods or guiding the dead to the afterlife, the Raven is a symbol of transformation, change, and the crossing of boundaries between worlds. The Raven in Creation Myths In Native American culture, the raven is a powerful symbol that has been a part of many creation myths. These myths provide a glimpse into the beliefs of various Native American tribes and their spiritual connection with the world. - The Haida tribe believes that the raven was responsible for creating the world. According to their myth, the raven found a clamshell on the ocean floor and inside it was the first human. The raven brought him to the surface and created the world for him to live in. - The Tlingit tribe also has a creation myth featuring the raven as a central figure. In their myth, the raven was a shape-shifter who stole the sun, moon, and stars from a wealthy family who refused to share them with the world. The raven then released them into the sky, bringing light to the world. - The Quileute tribe of the Pacific Northwest believes that the raven was a trickster figure who brought light and knowledge to the world. In their myth, the raven stole fire from the sun and brought it to the humans, teaching them how to use it. These myths not only showcase the raven’s importance in Native American culture but also demonstrate the tribe’s connection with the natural world and their reverence for its power. The Raven as a Messenger Native American cultures often hold deep spiritual beliefs about animals and their significance. The Raven, in particular, has played a crucial role in the spirituality of many Native American tribes throughout history. Known for its intelligence, curiosity, and adaptability, the Raven is seen as a messenger between the physical and spiritual worlds. - Many Native American tribes view the Raven as a symbol of change and transformation. Because of their ability to adapt to different environments, their appearance can signify a time of transition or a need for change. - According to some Native American creation myths, the Raven created the world by stealing the sun and bringing light to humanity. This tale has become a symbol of hope and enlightenment for many tribes, highlighting the Raven’s role as a spiritual messenger. - The Raven’s black feathered appearance has also given rise to its association with death and the afterlife. Many Native American cultures believe that the Raven is able to communicate with those who have passed on to the other side, helping to ease the transition from the physical to the spiritual realm. The Raven’s role as a spiritual messenger is also evident in Native American artwork and storytelling. Many tribes tell tales of the Raven stealing fire or other precious items from the gods, highlighting its cunning and cleverness. But despite its association with transformation and the afterlife, the Raven is also seen as a playful and mischievous character in Native American lore. This duality of the Raven’s character highlights its ability to exist in both the physical and spiritual realms, serving as a messenger between the two. |Change and Transformation||The Raven’s appearance can signify a time of transition or the need for change.| |Creation||In some Native American creation myths, the Raven is responsible for creating the world or bringing the light to humanity.| |Death and the Afterlife||The Raven’s connection with the afterlife makes it a symbol of change and transformation.| |Communication||Many tribes believe that the Raven is able to communicate with those who have passed on to the other side, helping to ease the transition from the physical to spiritual realm.| Overall, the Raven has played a significant role in the spiritual beliefs and traditions of many Native American cultures. Its role as a messenger between the physical and spiritual worlds highlights its importance as a symbol of change, transformation, and communication. The Raven’s Connection to Death and the Afterlife Among Native American cultures, the raven is a powerful symbol associated with death and the afterlife. Here are some aspects of the raven’s connection to death and the afterlife: - The Raven as a Psychopomp: Many tribes believed that the raven was a supernatural being that could guide the souls of the deceased to the afterlife. In some traditions, the raven was thought to be the only creature capable of traveling between the land of the living and the afterworld. - Symbolic of Transformation: The raven’s connection to death and the afterlife also stems from its symbolic association with transformation. Many tribes believed that the raven could help the dead shed their physical forms and transition to the spirit realm. It was also believed that the raven could transform people into animals or vice versa. - Portents of Death: In some tribes, the raven was seen as a harbinger of death. When a raven appeared near a person’s home or in their dreams, it was believed to signal an impending tragedy or a loved one’s passing. In addition to these beliefs, various tribes also had specific stories and legends about the raven’s role in the afterlife. For example, the Tlingit people of Alaska believed that the raven created the first humans and was responsible for capturing the sun and bringing light to the world. Meanwhile, the Haida people of Canada believed that the raven was responsible for creating all life on earth. Overall, the raven’s connection to death and the afterlife holds great significance in many Native American cultures. |Associated Traits||Associated Tribes| |Psychopomp, Transformation, Portents of Death||Tlingit, Haida, Tsimshian, Kwakiutl, Salish| Furthermore, the raven’s symbolism is not confined to Native American cultures only. Many cultures around the world associate the raven with death and transformation. The Raven’s Symbolism in Shamanic Practices The Raven is a prominent figure in Native American culture and is known to symbolize various spiritual beliefs. In shamanic practices, the raven represents transformation and is believed to possess great spiritual power. The following are some of the ways in which the raven has been used in shamanic practices: - Death and Rebirth: The raven is often seen as a symbol of death and rebirth in shamanic practices. Its black feathers represent the darkness of death, while its ability to transform and regenerate is seen as an essential part of the cycle of life and death. - Connector: The raven is often seen as a connector between the physical and spiritual worlds. Shamans believe that they can communicate with the raven to access spiritual knowledge and guidance. - Trickster: The raven is also sometimes seen as a trickster. It is believed that the raven can help us break free from limiting beliefs and thoughts by showing us how to approach life from a different perspective. Aside from these, the raven plays a significant role in many Native American creation myths and stories. According to some traditions, the raven brought light into the world and created the first people. In others, it is said that the raven acted as a messenger between the Great Spirit and the people. The raven remains highly regarded in Native American culture to this day because of its many spiritual and cultural significances. Its symbolism in shamanic practices continues to inform, guide, and inspire people in their spiritual journeys. Below is a table summarizing the symbolism of the raven in shamanic practices: |Death and Rebirth||The raven symbolizes the cycle of life and death.| |Connector||The raven is believed to connect the physical and spiritual worlds.| |Trickster||The raven is associated with breaking free from limiting beliefs and thoughts.| The raven’s symbolism in shamanic practices is a reminder that there is much to be learned from the natural world around us. By looking to the raven and its teachings, we can find new perspectives and ways of understanding the world we live in. The Raven’s Role in Healing and Medicine In Native American culture, the raven is often associated with healing and medicine. Its role in these areas can be divided into several subtopics, including: The Six Meanings of Raven in Healing and Medicine - Transformation: The raven is seen as a symbol of transformation, as it is able to change its form to suit its needs. In healing and medicine, this transformational power can be harnessed to help people overcome physical and emotional difficulties. - Rebirth: The raven is also associated with rebirth, as it is often seen as a bird that rises from the ashes. This symbol can be used in healing to help people overcome trauma and emerge stronger and more resilient. - Illness: In some Native American cultures, the raven is believed to be a messenger of illness, bringing news of sickness from one person to another. However, it can also be a symbol of healing, as it is said to have the power to cure disease. - Death: The raven is often seen as a harbinger of death, but it is also a symbol of the afterlife and the journey that the spirit takes after death. In this way, it can bring comfort to those who are grieving. - Wisdom: The raven is believed to possess great wisdom, and it can be called upon in healing to provide insight and guidance. - Trickster: The raven is also known as a trickster figure, and this aspect of its personality can be used in healing to help people see things from a different perspective and encourage them to think outside the box. In addition to its symbolic meanings, the raven is also associated with certain plant medicines in Native American healing practices. One such medicine is the bitterroot plant, which is said to be associated with the raven and is used to treat a variety of ailments. |Joint pain||Bitterroot poultice| Overall, the raven plays a significant role in Native American healing and medicine, representing transformation, rebirth, illness, death, wisdom, and trickery. Its association with plant medicines such as bitterroot further solidifies its status as an important healing symbol. The Raven as a Symbol of Wisdom and Intelligence For Native Americans, the raven has always been considered a powerful symbol of wisdom, intelligence, and foresight. Many tribes associate the raven with creation and transformation, and it is believed to have the ability to bring light into darkness. - In some Native American cultures, the raven is considered a trickster figure, often playing pranks and being mischievous. However, this trickster nature is also seen as a sign of intelligence and resourcefulness. - The raven’s ability to adapt to changing environments is also seen as a symbol of intelligence. The bird is known to be highly adaptable and can thrive in a variety of different terrains and habitats. - According to some Native American traditions, the raven is associated with the number seven. This number is significant in many cultures, including Native American, and is often seen as a symbol of completion or perfection. Many Native American tribes believe that the raven has the ability to move between worlds and is a powerful messenger between the physical and spiritual realms. The raven’s black feathers are also seen as symbolizing the ability to navigate and endure through the darkness. This darkness can be physical or emotional, and the raven is said to provide guidance and support during times of hardship. |Creation||The raven is often associated with the creation of the world and is considered a powerful force of transformation.| |Intelligence||The raven’s ability to adapt and thrive in various environments is seen as a sign of intelligence and resourcefulness.| |Messenger||The raven is believed to be a powerful messenger between the physical and spiritual worlds.| |Guidance||The raven provides guidance and support during times of darkness and hardship.| The raven is a symbol that is deeply ingrained in many Native American cultures, representing a combination of intelligence, wisdom, and spiritual connection. It is a powerful symbol that provides guidance and strength to those who seek it. The Raven in Art and Culture Native American culture is rich with symbolism, and the raven has played a prominent role in their mythologies and art. The raven is a significant figure for many Native American tribes, representing a range of concepts, feelings, and ideas. The Number 8 The number 8 holds special significance in many Native American cultures, including those from the Pacific Northwest. It is often associated with the raven and the creation story in many tribes. According to legend, the raven was responsible for bringing light into the world, and his actions took place over eight days. - In some tribes, the raven is depicted with eight feathers on his wings and tail, representing the eight days of creation. - The number 8 is also believed to represent balance and harmony in Native American cultures, as it is symmetrical and evenly divided. - Some tribes also associate the number with transformation and rebirth, as it resembles the symbol for infinity and suggests a cycle of renewal. |Tribes||Significance of the number 8 in Raven Mythology| |Tlingit||The raven is credited with creating the world in eight days and bringing light to the darkness.| |Haida||The raven is often depicted with eight feathers on its wings and tail, representing the eight divisions of the world.| |Tsimshian||The number eight is associated with balance and transformation, and is often found in raven mythology.| The raven continues to hold significance in Native American art and culture today, and the number 8 remains an important symbol for many tribes. The Raven in Folklore and Legend The Raven is a significant creature that appears in numerous folklores and myths. It holds a revered position in Native American culture, where it portrays various meanings and symbolisms. One such symbolism is the importance of the number ‘9’ related to the raven in Native American mythology. - In many Native American tribes, the raven is believed to have nine human-like qualities, which makes it a sacred bird. - Legends suggest that the raven had sought out the Creator and returned with the knowledge it had gained, which was organized into nine categories. - The raven is often depicted with nine tail feathers, further emphasizing its connection with the number nine. The number nine also holds significance in many cultures worldwide. In numerology, nine represents completion, fulfillment, and attainment of higher consciousness. The number is considered powerful and mystical, which makes the raven’s association with it even more significant in Native American mythology. Moreover, the raven is known as a trickster figure that serves as a mediator between the human world and the spirit realm. The trickster archetype is common in mythology and often symbolizes transformation, growth, and change. The raven’s association with the trickster figure may also represent the progression towards the next level of spiritual evolution and self-realization. |Nine Human-Like Qualities of the Raven| In conclusion, the raven in Native American culture symbolizes various meanings, and its association with the number nine is significant. The relation with the trickster figure emphasizes its transformative power, making it an essential symbol in Native American mythology. Contemporary Interpretations of the Raven in Native American Culture The Raven has remained an important symbol in Native American culture, and its significance has evolved over time with contemporary interpretations. 10. Trickster Figure - The Raven is often depicted as a trickster figure in Native American folklore, playing practical jokes and demonstrating a mischievous nature. - As a trickster figure, the Raven is seen as a transformative spirit that can change the world and bring about positive changes. - The Raven’s cunning and ability to transform itself into different animals speak to its adaptability and resilience in the face of challenges. In contemporary interpretations, the Raven’s trickster nature is often viewed as a source of inspiration for those seeking to change their own lives and societies. They encourage people to think outside the box, question authority, and consider different perspectives. Furthermore, the Raven’s unpredictability and transformative powers can often be seen as a reminder that change is inevitable and necessary for growth and progress. By embracing change and being open to new opportunities, individuals and communities can learn to thrive and adapt in a rapidly changing world. |Trickster figure||Cunning, transformative spirit| |Adaptability and resilience||Coping with challenges through change and transformation| In conclusion, the Raven’s significance in Native American culture continues to be celebrated and reinterpreted in contemporary society. As a symbol of transformation, adaptability, and trickery, the Raven inspires us to embrace change and question the status quo for our personal and collective growth. What Does the Raven Symbolize in Native American Culture FAQs 1. What tribes consider the raven a sacred animal? The raven is considered a sacred animal in many Native American tribes, including the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian tribes of the Pacific Northwest. 2. What does the raven symbolize in Native American culture? The raven is often viewed as a messenger and is associated with creation, transformation, and magic in Native American culture. 3. Why is the raven associated with creation? In many Native American creation myths, the raven is seen as a creator or trickster figure who brought about the world we know today. 4. What role does the raven play in Native American folklore? The raven is an important figure in many Native American stories and is often depicted as clever, mischievous, or even heroic. 5. How does the raven symbolize transformation? Many Native American tribes view the raven as a symbol of transformation and change, as it can transform itself into different forms and is often associated with shapeshifting and spiritual growth. 6. Is the raven associated with any specific spiritual practices? In some Native American traditions, the raven is seen as a guardian spirit and is used in spirit quests and other spiritual practices. 7. What can we learn from the raven in Native American culture? The raven teaches us to embrace transformation, find joy in the unexpected, and cultivate a sense of mischief and humor in our lives. Thanks for taking the time to learn about the rich symbolism of the raven in Native American culture. From creation and transformation to mischief and magic, the raven is a fascinating figure with much to teach us. We hope you’ll visit us again soon to learn more about Native American culture and traditions.

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What is Object Animation and How Does It Work? Object animation is a form of stop motion animation that involves bringing inanimate objects to life. It’s a technique that allows animators to create a whole new world with just a few objects. 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When played back at a rapid pace, the objects appear to move fluidly. - Claymation: A popular form of object animation, claymation involves shaping and molding clay figures to create characters and sets. The animator then manipulates the clay figures, capturing their movements frame by frame. - Pixilation: This technique involves using live actors as objects, capturing their movements in a stop-motion style. It creates a surreal and captivating effect, blurring the line between reality and animation. Object Animation in the Digital Age While traditional object animation often relied on physical manipulation of objects, the digital age has opened up new possibilities. With the advent of computer-generated imagery (CGI), animators can now create and manipulate objects in a virtual space. This allows for greater flexibility and opens the door to even more imaginative storytelling. From Objects to Characters: Giving Life to the Inanimate Object animation goes beyond simply moving objects. It is about imbuing these objects with personality and emotion, transforming them into characters that resonate with audiences. Through careful manipulation, animators can make objects express joy, sadness, or even anger, creating a deep connection between the viewer and the animated world. So, my friends, the world of object animation is a captivating and imaginative realm where everyday objects become the stars of their own stories. It is a testament to the power of creativity and the magic of animation. So grab your favorite object, let your imagination run wild, and bring it to life through the art of object animation. The possibilities are truly endless! Unleashing Creativity: Introduction to Object-Oriented Animation Object-oriented animation is a fascinating technique that brings inanimate objects to life through the magic of storytelling. By manipulating objects and giving them motion, animators can create captivating narratives that capture the imagination of viewers. The Power of Objects In object-oriented animation, objects become the stars of the show. These objects can be anything from everyday items to fantastical creatures, each with its own unique personality and characteristics. By animating these objects, we can breathe life into them and make them the heroes, villains, or comic relief in our stories. Animating with Purpose Object-oriented animation goes beyond simply moving objects around. It involves imbuing these objects with intention and purpose, making them interact with their environment and other objects in a meaningful way. This level of detail and thoughtfulness adds depth and realism to the animation, making it more engaging for the audience. Getting started with your own stop motion storyboards Subscribe to our newsletter and get your free download with three storyboards. Get started with bringing your stories alive! We'll only use your email address for our newsletter and respect your privacy Tools of the Trade To bring objects to life, animators use a variety of tools and techniques. Here are some key elements of object-oriented animation: Animators set key positions and movements for objects at specific points in time, allowing for smooth transitions and realistic motion. A visual representation of the animation sequence, showing the progression of time and the placement of keyframes. The process of filling in the gaps between keyframes to create fluid motion. Applying real-world physics principles to objects, such as gravity and friction, to make their movements more natural. Creating a skeleton-like structure for objects to enable more complex movements, such as bending or stretching. Object-oriented animation is a playground for creativity. It allows animators to explore endless possibilities and push the boundaries of storytelling. By giving objects a voice and personality, animators can create narratives that resonate with audiences of all ages. From Imagination to Screen The process of object-oriented animation involves several stages, including concept development, storyboarding, modeling, rigging, animation, and rendering. Each step requires careful planning and attention to detail to bring the vision to life. So, whether you’re animating a teacup with a sassy attitude or a heroic pencil fighting against erasers, object-oriented animation opens up a world of possibilities. It’s a creative journey that allows us to see the extraordinary in the ordinary and bring our wildest imaginations to life on the screen. Unleashing Creativity: The Magic of Graphic Object Abstraction Picture this: you’re sitting in front of your computer, a blank canvas waiting to come alive with your imagination. You have an idea for an animated movie, and you’re ready to bring it to life. But where do you start? That’s where graphic object abstraction comes into play. In the world of animation, graphic object abstraction is like the engine that drives the entire process. It allows animators to create and manipulate objects within a virtual space, giving them the power to draw, move, and transform these objects frame by frame. It’s the secret sauce that brings your favorite animated characters to life on the big screen. Bringing Objects to Life Now that we understand the power of objects, let’s dive into how graphic object abstraction brings them to life. Here’s a glimpse into the fascinating world of animation: - Drawing: Animators use various tools, such as bezier curves, to create the visual representation of objects. These curves allow for smooth and precise control over the shape and movement of the objects. - Frame by Frame: Animation is all about creating the illusion of movement, and that’s where the concept of frames comes in. Each frame represents a single image in the animation sequence. By manipulating the objects’ properties and positions from frame to frame, animators create the illusion of motion. - Transformations: With graphic object abstraction, animators can transform objects in a multitude of ways. They can scale an object to make it larger or smaller, rotate it to change its orientation, or even skew it to create unique perspectives. These transformations add depth and dimension to the animation, making it visually captivating. The Magic Unleashed Graphic object abstraction is the magic wand that allows animators to unleash their creativity and bring their imagination to life. By harnessing the power of objects, they can create captivating stories, vibrant characters, and mesmerizing worlds. So, the next time you watch your favorite animated movie, take a moment to appreciate the artistry behind it. Behind the scenes, graphic object abstraction is working its magic, transforming lines of code into a symphony of movement and emotion. It’s a testament to the power of human creativity and the limitless possibilities of animation. Creating Magic with Composite Graphic Object Abstraction So, what exactly is composite graphic object abstraction? Well, imagine you have a scene in an animated film where a character is walking through a bustling city street. In this scenario, composite graphic object abstraction refers to the process of creating and manipulating multiple graphic objects to form a cohesive and dynamic scene. Building Blocks of Animation To understand composite graphic object abstraction, it’s important to grasp the fundamental building blocks of animation. These include: These are the static elements that form the backdrop of a scene, such as buildings, landscapes, or even the sky. They provide the foundation upon which the animation takes place. These are the animated elements that interact with the characters or other objects in the scene. They can be anything from people and animals to vehicles or even supernatural creatures. Props are objects that are used by the characters in the scene. They add depth and realism to the animation, making it more immersive for the audience. Bringing It All Together Now that we understand the basic components, let’s dive into the process of composite graphic object abstraction. Here’s how it all comes together: 1.Designing the Scene: The first step is to conceptualize the scene and determine the placement and movement of the objects within it. This involves storyboarding and creating a visual plan for the animation. 2.Creating the Graphic Objects: Each object within the scene, whether it’s a background element, a character, or a prop, needs to be designed and created. This can involve traditional hand-drawn animation, computer-generated graphics, or a combination of both. 3.Animating the Objects: Once the graphic objects are ready, it’s time to bring them to life. This involves manipulating their position, scale, and rotation over time to create the illusion of movement. This can be done using various animation techniques, such as keyframing or motion capture. 4.Layering and Compositing: The final step is to layer the graphic objects together, placing them in the correct order to create depth and realism. This involves adjusting the transparency, blending modes, and other visual effects to seamlessly integrate the objects into the scene. Unlocking the Magic Composite graphic object abstraction is a powerful tool in the world of animation. It allows animators to create intricate and visually stunning scenes by combining various graphic elements. Whether it’s a bustling city street, a mystical forest, or a futuristic spaceship, this technique brings the magic of animation to life. So, the next time you find yourself immersed in an animated film or video game, take a moment to appreciate the artistry behind composite graphic object abstraction. It’s the secret ingredient that adds depth, realism, and a touch of enchantment to the world of object animation. Unveiling the Magic: Camera Abstraction in Object Animation When it comes to object animation, we often focus on the movement and manipulation of the objects themselves. But there’s another crucial element that brings the animation to life: the camera. Just like in live-action filmmaking, the camera in object animation plays a vital role in capturing the action and creating a sense of depth and perspective. Zooming In: The Role of the Camera in Object Animation Let’s take a closer look at how the camera abstraction works in the world of object animation: - **Framing the Shot**: The camera serves as the eyes of the audience, determining what they see and how they perceive the animated world. Animators carefully position and frame the camera to create the desired composition and focus on specific objects or actions. - **Creating Depth**: By manipulating the camera’s position and angle, animators can simulate depth and give the illusion of three-dimensional space. This technique adds realism and immersion to the animation, making it more engaging for the viewers. - **Controlling Movement**: Just like a cinematographer, animators can control the camera’s movement to guide the audience’s attention and enhance the storytelling. Whether it’s a smooth tracking shot or a dynamic pan, the camera’s movement adds a dynamic element to the animation. Behind the Scenes: Techniques in Camera Abstraction Now that we understand the importance of the camera in object animation, let’s explore some common techniques used to achieve camera abstraction: - **Camera Tracking**: This technique involves physically moving the camera along a predetermined path to follow the action. It requires precise planning and coordination to ensure smooth movement and accurate framing. - **Camera Panning**: Panning involves rotating the camera horizontally from a fixed position. It’s often used to capture wide shots or follow the movement of objects across the scene. By panning the camera, animators can create a sense of dynamism and continuity. - **Camera Zooming**: Zooming is the act of changing the focal length of the camera lens, either to magnify or reduce the size of the objects in the frame. This technique can be used to emphasize details or create dramatic effects. - **Camera Angles**: Just like in live-action filmmaking, choosing the right camera angle can significantly impact the mood and storytelling in object animation. Low angles can make objects appear larger and more powerful, while high angles can create a sense of vulnerability or insignificance. Mastering the Art: The Importance of Camera Abstraction Camera abstraction in object animation is not just about technicalities; it’s an art form that allows animators to craft immersive and visually stunning narratives. By understanding the power of the camera and its ability to shape the audience’s perspective, animators can elevate their storytelling and create captivating animations that leave a lasting impression. So, the next time you watch an object animation, pay attention to the camera’s movements and angles. You’ll be amazed at how this seemingly ordinary device can transform a simple scene into a mesmerizing visual experience. Lights, camera, animation! Exploring the Frustum: A Window into the World of Animation The frustum abstraction refers to the concept of a truncated pyramid-shaped viewing volume that encompasses the scene being animated. It acts as a window through which the virtual camera observes the objects and their movements within the animation. By defining the boundaries of what the camera can see, the frustum abstraction plays a vital role in creating the illusion of depth and perspective in animated scenes. Unveiling the Magic of Frustum Culling One of the key applications of the frustum abstraction is frustum culling. This technique involves determining which objects within the scene are visible to the camera and should be rendered, and which ones can be discarded to optimize the animation process. By eliminating unnecessary calculations and rendering only the objects within the frustum, frustum culling significantly improves the efficiency and performance of the animation. Shaping the World with Perspective Projection Perspective projection is another fundamental aspect of the frustum abstraction. It refers to the process of transforming the 3D coordinates of objects within the scene into 2D coordinates on the screen, taking into account their distance from the camera. This transformation creates the illusion of depth and realism, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in the animated world. Mastering the Art of Frustum Manipulation Animating objects within the frustum involves manipulating their position, orientation, and scale over time to create dynamic and engaging scenes. By carefully choreographing the movements of objects within the frustum, animators can breathe life into characters, objects, and environments, captivating audiences and telling compelling stories. Unlocking Limitless Creativity The frustum abstraction opens up a world of possibilities for animators, enabling them to create visually stunning and immersive experiences. With the ability to control what the camera sees and how objects behave within the frustum, animators can unleash their creativity and bring their wildest imaginations to life. So, the next time you find yourself lost in the enchanting world of animation, take a moment to appreciate the frustum abstraction. It’s the invisible force that shapes the way we perceive animated scenes, allowing us to embark on extraordinary journeys without ever leaving our seats. Animation Object Abstraction is not just a technical process; it is an artistic playground where creativity knows no bounds. It allows animators to breathe life into the inanimate, to tell stories with objects, and to create visual experiences that captivate audiences. So, whether you’re animating a bouncing ball, a talking teapot, or a majestic spaceship, Animation Object Abstraction is the key that unlocks the door to a world of limitless possibilities. Let your imagination soar and bring your objects to life! Clay Animation: Molding Magic into Motion The process of clay animation involves manipulating clay models by slightly adjusting their positions between each frame to create the illusion of movement. Each key frame captures a specific pose or action, and when played in sequence, these frames bring the clay characters to life. The Wonders of Clay Clay, with its malleable and consistent nature, is the perfect material for clay animation. It can be easily shaped and molded into different forms, allowing animators to create characters with unique personalities and appearances. The ability to add or remove clay in small increments offers great control over the characters’ movements and expressions. Getting Started with Clay Animation If you’re looking to try your hand at clay animation, here are a few key steps to get you started: - Prepare the clay: Properly knead and condition the clay to ensure it is pliable and free from air bubbles. - Create the characters: Sculpt your clay characters, giving them the desired shape and features. Wire armatures may be used to provide support and maintain the characters’ stability. - Set the stage: Build a clay set or use a regular backdrop to serve as the environment for your animation. - Lights, camera, action: Position your camera and set up the lighting to capture the best shots of your clay characters in motion. - Start animating: Move your clay characters slightly between each frame, capturing their movements one frame at a time. This process requires patience and practice to achieve smooth and consistent animation. - Review and refine: Play back the frames to see how your characters appear in motion. Make any necessary adjustments to improve the performance and ensure the desired effect is achieved. Clay Animation in the Limelight Clay animation has been popularized by famous films and TV shows, showcasing its versatility and charm. One of the most well-known examples is the “Wallace and Gromit” series, created by Nick Park. These claymation adventures have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with their endearing characters and clever storytelling. The Time-Consuming Art Clay animation is a time-consuming process that requires dedication and attention to detail. Each frame must be carefully crafted, and the characters’ movements must be meticulously planned to create a seamless animation. The process of capturing the movements frame by frame can be slow, but the end result is a captivating and unique form of animation. Clay Animation vs. Other Techniques - Puppet animation: In clay animation, the characters are made of clay and moved incrementally between frames. In puppet animation, the characters are typically made of other materials, such as fabric or wood, and are manipulated using strings or rods. - Cutout animation: Clay animation involves physically shaping and molding the characters, while cutout animation uses flat, two-dimensional characters that are moved around on a background. - Frame by frame: Both clay animation and cutout animation require capturing each frame individually, but clay animation offers the ability to mold and reshape the characters between frames, adding a unique level of control and flexibility. Clay animation, with its tactile and expressive nature, continues to captivate audiences around the world. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned animator, the art of clay animation offers endless possibilities for creating characters that come to life through the magic of clay. So grab some clay, let your imagination run wild, and bring your creations to life on the screen! Let’s Build Some Fun: Legomation or Brickfilming Legomation has gained a dedicated following, with a vibrant community of brickfilmers sharing their creations online. Websites, forums, and social media platforms serve as hubs for enthusiasts to showcase their work, exchange tips and tricks, and collaborate on projects. It’s a supportive and inspiring community where Lego enthusiasts of all ages can come together to celebrate the art of brickfilming. From Hobby to Hollywood While Legomation may have started as a hobbyist pursuit, it has also made its mark in the world of mainstream entertainment. The success of movies like “The Lego Movie” and its sequels has brought Legomation into the spotlight, showcasing the incredible potential of this unique form of animation. It’s a testament to the enduring appeal of Lego and the limitless creativity it inspires. So, if you have a passion for Lego and a desire to bring your creations to life, why not give Legomation a try? Grab your bricks, set up your camera, and let your imagination run wild. Who knows, you might just create the next brickfilm masterpiece! The Art of Puppet Animation Puppet animation, also known as stop-motion animation, is a captivating form of object animation that brings life to inanimate objects. It is a meticulous and time-consuming process that requires immense patience and creativity. Through the art of puppet animation, filmmakers and artists can create enchanting stories and characters that captivate audiences of all ages. The Puppeteer’s Toolkit To delve into the world of puppet animation, one must become familiar with the essential tools of the trade. Here are some key elements that make puppet animation possible: The stars of the show, puppets are the objects or characters that are brought to life through animation. They can be made from a variety of materials such as clay, fabric, or even everyday objects like toys or household items. A puppet’s armature is its internal skeleton, providing support and allowing for precise movement. It is typically made of metal or wire and is crucial for maintaining the puppet’s stability during the animation process. Creating a captivating world for the puppets to inhabit is essential in puppet animation. Sets can be constructed using various materials, such as miniature props, backgrounds, and scenery, to bring the story to life. Camera and Lighting: Capturing the magic of puppet animation requires careful camera work and lighting. The camera is used to capture each frame of the animation, while lighting sets the mood and enhances the visual appeal of the scene. The Dance of Frames Puppet animation is a frame-by-frame process, where each movement is meticulously captured and adjusted to create the illusion of motion. Here’s a glimpse into the intricate dance of frames in puppet animation: Before the animation begins, the puppeteer carefully plans each movement and scene, ensuring that the story unfolds seamlessly. This involves storyboarding, character design, and choreographing the puppet’s movements. The puppeteer carefully positions the puppet for each frame, making minute adjustments to create fluid motion. This process requires precision and attention to detail, as even the slightest movement can affect the final result. Once the puppet is in position, the animator captures a frame using the camera. This process is repeated for each frame, with slight adjustments made to the puppet’s position to create the illusion of movement. After capturing all the frames, they are played back in sequence at a rapid pace, giving the illusion of motion. This is where the magic of puppet animation comes to life, as the characters and objects move and interact on the screen. The Endless Possibilities Puppet animation offers endless possibilities for storytelling and creativity. From whimsical tales of talking animals to epic adventures in fantastical worlds, the only limit is the animator’s imagination. Here are some notable examples of puppet animation in popular culture: Wallace and Gromit: Created by Nick Park, this beloved duo has charmed audiences with their claymation adventures. The attention to detail and quirky humor of these films showcase the artistry of puppet animation. The Nightmare Before Christmas: Directed by Tim Burton and animated by Henry Selick, this dark and enchanting stop-motion film has become a cult classic. The intricate puppet designs and hauntingly beautiful sets make it a visual masterpiece. Based on Neil Gaiman’s novel, this stop-motion film tells the story of a young girl who discovers a hidden world behind a secret door. The meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail in the puppets and sets make it a stunning example of puppet animation. Puppet animation is a labor of love that requires dedication, creativity, and a touch of magic. Through the art of bringing inanimate objects to life, puppet animators transport audiences to extraordinary worlds and tell stories that resonate with the human experience. So next time you watch a puppet animation film or show, take a moment to appreciate the incredible craftsmanship and imagination that goes into every frame. Unveiling the Magic: Silhouette Animation Silhouette animation, also known as shadow animation, is a mesmerizing technique that brings objects to life through the enchanting play of light and darkness. By utilizing the power of silhouettes, this form of animation creates a unique visual experience that captivates audiences of all ages. Shaping Stories with Shadows In silhouette animation, the focus is not on the intricate details of objects, but rather on their distinctive shapes and outlines. By reducing characters and objects to their essential forms, animators can convey emotions and tell compelling stories in a visually striking manner. Here’s how it all comes together: - Silhouette creation: Animators carefully craft characters and objects using opaque materials, such as cardboard or cutouts, to ensure that only their outlines are visible. - Lighting mastery: The key to successful silhouette animation lies in the skillful manipulation of light sources. By strategically placing lights behind the objects, animators can cast captivating shadows that enhance the storytelling. - Choreographing movement: Animators bring the silhouettes to life by moving them against a backlit surface. This can be done by manipulating the objects directly or by using techniques like stop-motion animation. From the Shadows to the Screen Silhouette animation has a rich history that dates back to the early days of cinema. Pioneers like Lotte Reiniger, a German animator, brought this captivating technique to the forefront, creating timeless classics such as “The Adventures of Prince Achmed” in 1926. Since then, silhouette animation has continued to evolve and inspire countless animators around the world. Step into the Silhouette If you’re eager to try your hand at silhouette animation, all you need is a little creativity and a few basic materials. Here’s a simple guide to get you started: 1. Choose your subject: Select an object or character that you want to bring to life through silhouettes. 2. Craft your silhouette: Cut out the shape of your subject using opaque materials like cardboard or black paper. 3. Set the stage: Create a backlit surface by placing a light source behind a translucent material, such as a white sheet or tracing paper. 4. Experiment with movement: Move your silhouette against the backlit surface, capturing each frame to create a stop-motion animation. Alternatively, you can animate the silhouette directly using traditional frame-by-frame techniques. 5. Bring it to life: Once you’ve captured all the frames, compile them using animation software or video editing tools to create your own mesmerizing silhouette animation. So, whether you’re a seasoned animator or a curious beginner, silhouette animation offers a captivating and visually stunning way to bring objects to life. Step into the world of shadows and unleash your creativity as you explore the magic of silhouette animation. So, that’s what object animation is. It’s a great way to bring a little bit of magic to the everyday objects around us and make them seem new again. It’s a great way to explore your creativity and bring your imagination to life. So, don’t be afraid to explore the world of object animation and see what you can discover. 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As the drums of war beat and the call to arms echoes through the nation, the United States must swiftly mobilize its forces to protect its interests and defend its shores. But behind the scenes, a critical logistical operation takes place to ensure that our troops are well-fed and equipped with the necessary resources to wage war. This article delves into the intricate web of food and raw material acquisition, exploring how the United States has historically procured these vital supplies for its troops in times of conflict. From the Revolutionary War to modern-day conflicts, the methods of acquiring food and raw materials have evolved, reflecting the changing landscape of warfare and the advancements in technology and global trade. We will examine the local sourcing and foraging of the Revolutionary War era, the expansion of supply chains and government contracts during the Civil War, the industrialization and mass production of World War I, and the rationing and government control of World War II. Through an objective, analytical lens, we will also explore the challenges and future trends in food and raw material acquisition for troops, highlighting the role of international cooperation, privatization, and outsourcing. Join me as we unravel the intricate tapestry of sustenance and supplies that fuel the might of the United States military. - During the Revolutionary War era, the United States relied on local sourcing and foraging for sustenance, facing challenges such as limited resources, uncertainty, and the risk of scarcity, which had an impact on morale. - In the Civil War, the expansion of supply chains and government contracts played a significant role in provisioning troops. Government-controlled depots and warehouses were established, and the efficient transportation of goods was facilitated through the utilization of the railroad network. - World War I witnessed a revolution in military supply chains due to industrialization and mass production. The increased efficiency and standardization through mass production, along with technological advancements and the economic impact of industrialization, greatly influenced the acquisition of food and raw materials. - World War II saw the implementation of rationing and government control of food and raw materials. Rationing measures and government control were crucial in sustaining the war effort and preventing hoarding. Additionally, the creation of a black market for high-demand goods emerged, leading to the implementation of government control measures such as price controls and production quotas. Overview of Food and Raw Material Acquisition in Times of Conflict During times of conflict, the United States had to find creative ways to acquire the necessary food and raw materials for its troops. Modern strategies were employed to ensure the efficient procurement of resources, while sustainable practices aimed to minimize the impact on the environment. To acquire food, the United States implemented various strategies. One approach was to increase domestic production by encouraging farmers to grow crops specifically for the war effort. This helped to ensure a steady supply of food for the troops. Additionally, the government established rationing programs to regulate consumption and prevent hoarding. This ensured that everyone had access to essential food items, and it also helped to conserve resources. In terms of raw materials, the United States relied on both domestic production and imports. The country had abundant natural resources, such as coal, iron, and oil, which were crucial for the war effort. The government encouraged the expansion of domestic industries to meet the growing demand for raw materials. At the same time, the United States also relied on imports from allied nations to supplement its resource needs. Overall, during times of conflict, the United States implemented modern strategies and sustainable practices to acquire the necessary food and raw materials for its troops. These efforts ensured a reliable supply chain while minimizing the impact on the environment. Transitioning to the subsequent section about the Revolutionary War, local sourcing and foraging played a crucial role in meeting the troops’ needs. Revolutionary War: Local Sourcing and Foraging Local sourcing and foraging in the Revolutionary War meant that American soldiers had to scrounge up their own sustenance. They relied on the resources available in the local areas where they fought. Here is a list of the challenges they faced: Limited resources: The soldiers had to make do with whatever food and raw materials they could find nearby. This often meant foraging for wild plants, hunting game, and relying on local farms for supplies. Uncertainty: The availability of food and raw materials varied greatly depending on the location and the time of year. Soldiers had to constantly adapt and find alternative sources of sustenance. Risk of scarcity: With limited resources and an unpredictable supply chain, there was always a risk of running out of food and essential materials. This put additional pressure on the soldiers and their commanders to be resourceful and strategic. Impact on morale: The constant struggle for food and raw materials had a significant impact on the morale of the troops. Hunger and scarcity can be demoralizing, making it even more challenging to maintain a unified and motivated fighting force. As the Revolutionary War came to an end, the United States entered a new phase of conflict during the Civil War. This led to an expansion of supply chains and government contracts, which will be explored in the next section. Civil War: Expansion of Supply Chains and Government Contracts In the Civil War, the expansion of supply chains and government contracts brought about exciting new opportunities for sourcing and providing essential resources. As the war intensified, the Union and Confederate armies faced the logistical challenge of supplying their troops with food and raw materials. To address this, both sides expanded their supply chains to reach distant regions and ensure a steady flow of provisions. The Union government played a crucial role in facilitating this expansion by awarding lucrative contracts to private businesses for the production and delivery of goods. One notable development during this period was the establishment of government-controlled depots and warehouses across the country. These facilities served as central hubs for storing and distributing supplies to the troops. In addition, the Union utilized its extensive railroad network to transport goods efficiently. This expansion of supply chains allowed for greater coordination and ensured a more reliable flow of resources to the frontlines. To illustrate the significance of this expansion, consider the following table: |Expansion of Supply Chains||Government Contracts| |Increased reach and access to resources||Provided financial incentives to businesses| |Improved coordination and efficiency||Enhanced production and delivery capabilities| |Reduced reliance on local sourcing and foraging||Ensured a steady supply of essential resources| As the Civil War progressed, these expanded supply chains and government contracts played a crucial role in supporting the troops on the battlefield. However, the next major conflict, World War I, would bring about even more significant changes with the rise of industrialization and mass production. World War I: Industrialization and Mass Production The expansion of supply chains and government contracts during the Civil War was impressive, but World War I took it to a whole new level with the mind-blowing rise of industrialization and mass production. The impact of industrialization on warfare can’t be overstated. It revolutionized the way wars were fought and resources were acquired. Here are four key ways industrialization transformed military supply chains: Increased Efficiency: Industrialization allowed for the production of goods on a massive scale, leading to faster and more efficient supply chains. This meant that troops could be provided with the necessary food and raw materials in a timely manner. Standardization: Mass production brought about standardization, ensuring that all troops received the same quality and quantity of supplies. This helped to maintain consistency and reliability in military operations. Technological Advancements: Industrialization spurred technological advancements, such as the development of new machinery and transportation systems. This allowed for the transportation of goods over longer distances and in larger quantities, further expanding the reach of military supply chains. Economic Impact: The rise of mass production not only benefited the military but also had a significant impact on the economy. It created jobs, stimulated economic growth, and boosted the overall industrial capacity of the nation. With the advent of industrialization and mass production, the United States was able to acquire food and raw materials for troops on an unprecedented scale. This set the stage for the subsequent section about World War II, where rationing and government control became crucial in sustaining the war effort. World War II: Rationing and Government Control Get ready to experience the impact of World War II firsthand as you witness the strict rationing measures and government control that shaped the daily lives of individuals during this tumultuous time. In order to ensure that the necessary food and raw materials were available for the troops, the United States implemented a system of rationing that affected every aspect of civilian life. Rationing was seen as an effective way to distribute scarce resources fairly and prevent hoarding. Government control measures were put in place to regulate the production and distribution of essential goods, such as gasoline, rubber, and metals. These measures included price controls, production quotas, and even the establishment of government agencies to oversee the allocation of resources. The effectiveness of rationing and government control measures varied. While rationing helped to ensure that everyone had access to basic necessities, it also created a black market for goods that were in high demand. Government control measures, such as price controls, often led to shortages and inefficiencies in the production and distribution of goods. However, overall, these measures played a crucial role in supporting the war effort and ensuring that the necessary resources were available for the troops. As World War II came to a close, the United States faced new challenges in the Korean War and Vietnam War. The modernization of logistics became a key focus as the military sought to improve its ability to transport and supply troops in the field. Korean War and Vietnam War: Modernization of Logistics Prepare yourself to witness the impact of the Korean War and Vietnam War firsthand as you delve into the modernization of logistics, exploring the truth behind a theory that’ll paint a vivid picture in your mind. The modernization of logistics during these conflicts had a profound impact on military strategies and the way wars were fought. The introduction of helicopters revolutionized transportation, allowing for quick deployment of troops and supplies to remote areas. The use of cargo planes increased the speed and efficiency of delivering food and raw materials to troops on the front lines. The development of advanced communication systems enabled real-time coordination between different units, enhancing overall operational effectiveness. The establishment of military bases closer to the front lines improved the logistics chain, reducing the time and effort required to transport supplies. The modernization of logistics not only improved the efficiency of supplying troops but also had a direct impact on military strategies. The ability to rapidly deploy troops and supplies allowed for more agile and flexible operations. It enabled the military to respond quickly to changing battlefield conditions and exploit opportunities. Additionally, the improved communication systems facilitated better coordination between different units, leading to more effective and synchronized military campaigns. As we transition into the subsequent section about the Gulf War, we’ll see how international cooperation and military alliances played a crucial role in shaping the logistics and strategies employed during this conflict. Gulf War: International Cooperation and Military Alliances Witness the remarkable impact of international cooperation and military alliances during the Gulf War as we delve into the intricate web of strategies and logistics that shaped this historic conflict. International diplomacy played a crucial role in securing food and raw materials for the troops. Through diplomatic negotiations, the United States managed to form military alliances with various countries, ensuring a steady supply of resources. These alliances provided not only the necessary food and raw materials but also crucial logistical support, such as transport and communication networks. Military cooperation between the United States and its allies further enhanced the efficiency of acquiring resources for the troops. Sharing intelligence, coordinating military operations, and conducting joint exercises enabled a seamless flow of supplies. This collaboration minimized delays and ensured that the troops were well-equipped and sustained throughout the conflict. As we transition into the subsequent section on the war in Afghanistan and Iraq, we witness a shift in the approach to acquiring resources for the troops. Privatization and outsourcing became prominent strategies, altering the dynamics of logistics in warfare. War in Afghanistan and Iraq: Privatization and Outsourcing During the Gulf War, international cooperation and military alliances played a crucial role in acquiring the necessary resources for troops. However, in more recent conflicts such as the War in Afghanistan and Iraq, there has been a shift towards privatization and outsourcing. This change has had a significant impact on the acquisition of food and raw materials for troops. Privatization has allowed the military to rely on private contractors to provide essential supplies, including food and raw materials. This shift has been driven by the belief that the private sector can offer greater cost efficiency and flexibility compared to traditional military supply chains. By outsourcing these services, the military can focus on its core competencies while benefiting from the expertise and resources of private companies. The impact of privatization on the acquisition of resources for troops has been mixed. On one hand, it has allowed for increased efficiency and cost savings. Private contractors are often better equipped to provide specialized services and can adapt quickly to changing needs. On the other hand, privatization has raised concerns about accountability and transparency. There have been instances of fraud and abuse by private contractors, which have had negative consequences for both the military and the troops. The shift towards privatization and outsourcing in the acquisition of resources for troops has had both positive and negative effects. It has increased cost efficiency and flexibility but has also raised concerns about accountability. Transitioning into the subsequent section about modern-day conflicts, technological advancements and global trade have further influenced how food and raw materials are acquired for troops. Modern-Day Conflicts: Technological Advancements and Global Trade In today’s modern conflicts, technological advancements and global trade have revolutionized the way troops acquire essential supplies. The integration of advanced technologies has streamlined the process of procuring food and raw materials, ensuring that troops have what they need to carry out their missions effectively. One significant technological advancement that has transformed the acquisition of supplies is the use of drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). These devices can be deployed to remote areas to gather intelligence on potential supply sources, assess their availability, and plan the most efficient routes for transportation. Additionally, drones can also be used for delivering supplies directly to troops on the front lines, eliminating the need for risky ground transportation. Global trade has also played a crucial role in enhancing the acquisition process. Through international partnerships and agreements, troops can access a wide range of food and raw materials from various countries. This diversification of supply sources ensures that troops have access to a sufficient and diverse range of resources, even in challenging environments. Technological advancements and global trade have revolutionized the way troops acquire essential supplies in modern conflicts. These advancements have increased efficiency, reduced risks, and expanded the availability of resources. However, there are still challenges and future trends to consider in the acquisition of food and raw materials for troops. Challenges and Future Trends in Food and Raw Material Acquisition for Troops Troops face ongoing challenges and can expect future trends in acquiring essential supplies for their missions. It’s crucial for military operations to have a steady and reliable supply of food and raw materials. However, the global supply chains that support these acquisitions face numerous challenges. One of the main challenges is the complexity of these chains, which involve multiple stakeholders and intricate logistics. Additionally, geopolitical conflicts and trade disputes can disrupt supply routes and hinder the timely delivery of goods. To ensure the sustainability of food and raw material acquisition, future trends are emerging. These trends focus on sustainable sourcing and reducing the environmental impact of military operations. Here are five key points to consider: Emphasis on local sourcing: Military organizations are increasingly looking to source supplies from local providers to reduce dependence on distant supply chains. Adoption of green technologies: The military is exploring the use of renewable energy sources and eco-friendly technologies to reduce carbon emissions and environmental damage. Collaboration with international organizations: Partnerships with organizations like the United Nations and non-governmental organizations are being forged to enhance coordination and efficiency in acquiring supplies. Investments in research and development: The military is investing in research and development to identify innovative solutions for sustainable sourcing and to reduce waste. Incorporation of sustainable practices: Military organizations are integrating sustainable practices into their procurement processes, such as favoring suppliers with environmentally friendly practices and certifications. The challenges in global supply chains and the need for sustainable sourcing are driving future trends in food and raw material acquisition for troops. By addressing these challenges and embracing sustainable practices, military operations can ensure a reliable and environmentally conscious supply of essential resources. Frequently Asked Questions How did the United States acquire food and raw materials for troops during times of conflict before the Revolutionary War? Before the Revolutionary War, acquiring food and raw materials for troops presented numerous challenges. Pre-revolutionary methods involved relying on local agriculture and trade with other colonies for supplies. However, the lack of a centralized government and limited resources made it difficult to meet the demands of a growing military. Additionally, the constant threat of attacks from Native American tribes and the British further complicated the procurement process. Despite these challenges, resourcefulness and cooperation among the colonies played a crucial role in sustaining the troops during times of conflict. What were the major challenges faced by the United States in expanding supply chains and securing government contracts during the Civil War? During the Civil War, the United States faced significant challenges in expanding supply chains and securing government contracts. The demand for food and raw materials for troops was immense, but the infrastructure wasn’t fully developed to meet these needs. Supply routes were vulnerable to attacks, causing disruptions in the flow of goods. Additionally, the government had to navigate the complexities of negotiating contracts with suppliers while ensuring fair distribution and preventing corruption. These challenges required careful planning and coordination to ensure the troops were adequately supplied. How did industrialization and mass production impact the acquisition of food and raw materials for troops during World War I? Industrialization and mass production revolutionized the acquisition of food and raw materials for troops during World War I. The impact was profound, as these advancements greatly increased the efficiency of supply chains. With the ability to produce goods on a large scale, the United States was able to meet the demands of the war effort more effectively than ever before. This allowed for a steady and reliable flow of resources to support the troops on the front lines, ultimately contributing to the overall success of the war. What were the effects of rationing and government control on the acquisition of food and raw materials for troops during World War II? The effects of rationing and government control on the acquisition of food and raw materials for troops during World War II were significant. Rationing helped ensure that supplies were distributed fairly and efficiently, although it did result in limited options and reduced consumption for soldiers. Government control allowed for centralized planning and allocation of resources, which helped prioritize military needs. However, it also meant that civilian access to certain goods was restricted, leading to increased reliance on government-controlled channels for food acquisition. How did the modernization of logistics during the Korean War and Vietnam War affect the acquisition of food and raw materials for troops? The modernization of logistics during the Korean War and Vietnam War had a significant impact on supply chains. The introduction of new transportation technologies and improved communication systems allowed for more efficient and timely delivery of food and raw materials to troops. The modernization efforts also led to better coordination between different branches of the military and enhanced inventory management. Overall, these advancements greatly improved the acquisition process and ensured that troops were adequately supplied during these conflicts. In conclusion, the acquisition of food and raw materials for troops in times of conflict has evolved significantly throughout history. From local sourcing and foraging in the Revolutionary War to the expansion of supply chains and government contracts in the Civil War, each conflict has presented unique challenges and opportunities. As we look to the future, technological advancements and global trade will continue to shape the way we acquire resources for our troops. 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Let’s embark on an exploration of engaging plant activities tailored for preschool learners. Harnessing their natural enthusiasm for outdoor exploration, we can channel their energy into purposeful and captivating activities that nurture their understanding of diverse plant life. These carefully crafted endeavors not only ignite excitement but also serve as valuable tools for fostering confidence and cultivating a profound connection with the natural world. Through these plant-centric activities, children are not only encouraged to revel in the joy of learning but are also provided with a unique window into the origins of their food and everyday products. By actively participating in these activities, they can grasp the intricate relationship between plants and their daily lives. Planting activities in school are enjoyed by both educators and students alike: Unbelievably proud teacher moment!!! During the first lockdown I taught gardening to the 12 year old kids in my tutor group at school… remotely- for well-being. A large majority had never grown their own before- neither had their families… I’ve just been sent these photos by… pic.twitter.com/MuLcm9rSkD — The Allotment Cook (@AllotmentCooks) July 8, 2023 As young minds delve into the world of plants, they embark on a journey of discovery that extends beyond the classroom. Each activity becomes a stepping stone for understanding the symbiotic connections within ecosystems and the importance of sustainable practices. By sowing the seeds of knowledge through these engaging experiences, we empower preschoolers to become informed and responsible stewards of the environment, while nurturing their innate curiosity and wonder. So, here are the 14 preschool plant activities I’ve picked: ted below are 14 distinct middle school elective options, each promising an array of extra performance chances: |Plant Activity||Difficulty level||Cost||What does it teach| |1. Finding Out How a Seed Grows Into a Plant||Low||Free||Teaches children about the lifecycle of plants, illustrating how a tiny seed transforms into a fully grown plant through processes such as germination, root development, and sprouting.| |2. Watching Seeds Grow in Slow-Mo||Low||Free||Offers a visual understanding of how plants grow, showcasing the stages of seed germination and early growth in slow motion. It teaches about the different growth phases of plants.| |3. Reading The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle||Low||Low||Introduces children to the concept of plant life cycles through storytelling. It teaches about seeds, growth, seasons, and the natural world.| |4. Playing Show and Tell||Low||Low||Promotes communication skills and confidence. It teaches children to share information about plants and their characteristics.| |5. Making Seed Tape||Low||Low||Introduces children to planting techniques and the concept of spacing seeds for optimal growth. It teaches about organization and efficient planting.| |6. Growing Watercress||Low||Low||Teaches children about plant growth and care. It also introduces them to the specific requirements for cultivating watercress, such as water and light.| |7. Building a Sprout House||Low to Middle||Middle||Teaches children about creating a suitable environment for seed germination and growth. It also demonstrates the basic needs of plants, including moisture and sunlight.| |8. Germinating in a Jar||Low to Middle||Middle||Demonstrates the process of germination and root development. It teaches children about the importance of water, light, and nutrients in the growth of plants.| |9. Sprouting Sweet Potatoes||Low to Middle||Middle||Introduces children to the concept of vegetative propagation, where new plants grow from plant parts. It teaches about different methods of plant reproduction.| |10. Growing an Avocado||Low to Middle||Middle||Teaches children about plant propagation and the lifecycle of avocados. It also provides insights into the importance of patience and care in nurturing plants.| |11. Painting with Chlorophyll||Middle||Low||Combines art and science by teaching children about the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis. It introduces them to basic plant processes.| |12. Performing a Plant Dissection Experiment||Middle to High||Low||Provides a hands-on exploration of plant anatomy, teaching children about the different parts of plants and their functions.| |13. Conducting a Pipe Cleaner Pollinators Experiment||Middle to High||High||Educates children about the vital role of pollinators in plant reproduction. It teaches about mutualistic relationships in ecosystems.| |14. Sculpting Plants in Clay||Middle to High||High||Encourages creativity while teaching children about different plant forms and textures. It promotes artistic expression related to plant life.| Difficulty Level: Low What Does It Teach: Teaches children about the lifecycle of plants, illustrating how a tiny seed transforms into a fully grown plant through processes such as germination, root development, and sprouting. This is an engaging and educational preschool plant activity that ignites young minds’ curiosity about the wonders of nature. It serves as an excellent starting point for introducing children to the enchanting world of seeds and the plant life cycle. Through the power of visual learning, this activity employs a strong video presentation to captivate preschoolers’ attention right from the beginning. As they watch seeds transform into vibrant plants, the children are drawn into the fascinating journey of growth and development. The dynamic visual cues help them comprehend the intricate process of how a tiny seed gradually blossoms into a full-fledged plant, nourished by soil, water, and sunlight. This activity not only stimulates their cognitive development but also fosters an early appreciation for nature and its processes. The awe-inspiring transformation showcased in the video prompts questions, discussions, and imaginative thoughts, nurturing a sense of wonder and discovery among the preschoolers. Finding out how a seed grows into a plant sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the natural world, laying a solid foundation for further plant-related activities and lessons. Through this activity, young learners embark on a delightful journey of discovery, planting the seeds of knowledge that will continue to flourish as they grow. Below is the video that you can utilize to demonstrate to the students the process of how a seed develops into a plant: Difficulty Level: Low What Does It Teach: Offers a visual understanding of how plants grow, showcasing the stages of seed germination and early growth in slow motion. It teaches about the different growth phases of plants. Engaging preschoolers in the marvels of nature, the activity of watching a time-lapse video showcasing the rapid growth of a plant’s root system is a mesmerizing experience that sparks wonder and curiosity. This visual journey, captured over a span of just a few days, unveils the hidden magic of nature’s processes. The time-lapse video offers an up-close look at the intricate dance between a tiny seed and the nurturing soil. As the roots extend and explore, preschoolers witness the plant’s insatiable quest for sustenance and life. The accelerated pace of growth in the video appeals to their sense of adventure, leaving them eager to embark on their own exploration of nature’s miracles. Through this activity, young learners not only grasp the concept of plant growth but also develop an appreciation for the interconnectedness of life. The video sparks questions, discussions, and observations, encouraging children to actively participate in their learning journey. As they witness the captivating transformation unfold before their eyes, the desire to replicate this enchanting process themselves takes root. Watching the time-lapse video of a seed growing cultivates a sense of stewardship for the environment, as children begin to comprehend their role in nurturing and preserving the natural world. This activity plants the seeds of lifelong curiosity and empathy, fostering a deep connection with the Earth and the wondrous life it sustains. Difficulty Level: Low What Does It Teach: Introduces children to the concept of plant life cycles through storytelling. It teaches about seeds, growth, seasons, and the natural world. Eric Carle’s beloved book, “The Tiny Seed,” stands as a captivating cornerstone for preschool plant activities, illuminating the enchanting journey of a seed’s life cycle. As a renowned reference for young learners, the book becomes a delightful tool to engage their imaginations and cultivate an early understanding of the natural world. During story time, as the pages unfold, the children are transported into a world where a tiny seed embarks on a grand adventure. Eric Carle’s vibrant illustrations and lyrical prose effortlessly capture their attention and kindle their curiosity. As they listen intently, the story of growth and transformation unfolds, revealing the intricate process of how a simple seed evolves into a magnificent plant, aided by the elements of nature. Beyond the storytelling, this book lays the foundation for an array of further activities. From planting their own seeds to creating art inspired by the book’s captivating visuals, the possibilities are as vast as the garden itself. Discussions about the vital role of water, sunlight, and soil stimulate young minds to think critically about the world around them. Eric Carle’s “The Tiny Seed” not only imparts valuable lessons about science and nature but also nurtures a love for literature and exploration. This preschool plant activity intertwines learning and play, fostering a deep-rooted connection with the natural world and planting the seeds of lifelong curiosity. Here’s a video featuring a captivating reading of this book: Difficulty Level: Low What Does It Teach: Promotes communication skills and confidence. It teaches children to share information about plants and their characteristics. Igniting a garden of knowledge and fostering a sense of camaraderie, the show and tell activity takes root as a vibrant preschool plant endeavor. In this lively exchange, children embrace the role of botanical ambassadors, bringing forth an array of veggies and fruits that represent the diverse world of plants. With a spirit of excitement, each child steps forward to showcase their chosen plant treasure, basking in the spotlight while sharing their newfound knowledge. Time limits enhance their communication skills as they share fascinating facts about their chosen fruit or vegetable. The applause that follows not only celebrates their effort but also nurtures self-confidence, creating an atmosphere of encouragement and positivity. This activity transcends the boundaries of the classroom, creating a web of learning and inspiration. As each child presents their botanical gem, their peers absorb a tapestry of information about various plants and their significance. Discussions unfold naturally, as questions lead to collaborative exploration of plant types, growth conditions, and culinary uses. Show and tell becomes a platform for fostering curiosity and cross-pollinating knowledge. Through this simple yet powerful activity, children not only learn about the diverse world of plants but also embrace the joy of sharing and discovery. The seeds of camaraderie and enthusiasm for learning are sown, nurturing a deeper connection with nature and each other. Below is a video that highlights how show and tell can be an engaging preschool plant activity: Difficulty Level: Low What Does It Teach: Introduces children to planting techniques and the concept of spacing seeds for optimal growth. It teaches about organization and efficient planting. Delving into the realm of gardening, the activity of making seed tape becomes a delightful and practical endeavor for preschoolers. This hands-on project not only imparts valuable gardening skills but also kindles their creativity and nurtures patience. With a dash of imagination and a sprinkle of seeds, young learners embark on the journey of creating seed tape. Armed with bean, corn, or grass seeds, along with simple materials like toilet paper and glue, they embark on a task that combines artistry and horticulture. As they carefully glue seeds along a strip of tissue paper, they curate their very own tapestry of potential growth. This activity serves as an innovative solution to make planting easier and more precise, while also fostering a sense of responsibility. As the seed tape dries, children learn about the importance of waiting and nurturing, reinforcing patience in the process. This valuable lesson extends beyond the garden, nurturing a sense of delayed gratification in other aspects of life. Through this activity, preschoolers explore the natural world while engaging in hands-on science. Discussions about seed types, growth requirements, and the role of soil and sunlight emerge naturally. The seed tape becomes a tangible representation of their potential impact on the environment, connecting them to the larger cycles of life. In making seed tape, preschoolers don’t just sow seeds – they cultivate a sense of empowerment, responsibility, and connection to the Earth. This activity weaves together creativity and practicality, laying the groundwork for a deeper understanding of the natural world and the rewards of nurturing growth. Watch this tutorial to find out how to make seed tape: Difficulty Level: Low What Does It Teach: Teaches children about plant growth and care. It also introduces them to the specific requirements for cultivating watercress, such as water and light. Embarking on a green adventure, the watercress growing activity presents an exciting opportunity for preschoolers to witness nature’s rapid transformation. With a touch of moisture and a sprinkle of curiosity, children delve into a hands-on experience that showcases the remarkable speed of growth. Watercress, a vibrant and lively plant, becomes a canvas for imagination in this activity. The magic unfolds as damp cotton serves as the nurturing bed for these tiny seeds. As if by enchantment, preschoolers watch as watercress sprouts and extends, evolving into luscious “hair” that captures their attention and fosters a sense of wonder. Beyond simple growth, watercress becomes a tool for creativity. The resilient nature of these plants allows children to sow seeds strategically, creating intricate patterns or even forming letters. This creative endeavor bridges the gap between science and art, nurturing cognitive development and fine motor skills while igniting the joy of exploration. Through this activity, children learn about the vital role of water and light in nurturing life. They witness firsthand the symbiotic relationship between plants and their environment, fostering discussions about the interconnectedness of living things. This immersive experience piques curiosity, encouraging questions and conversations about the life cycle, the needs of plants, and the marvels of nature. As watercress springs to life under their care, preschoolers cultivate a sense of stewardship for the environment. This activity plants seeds of curiosity, nurturing a deep connection with the natural world and inspiring a lifelong journey of exploration, creativity, and appreciation. You also have the option to craft watercress eggheads, similar to the demonstration provided in the video below: Difficulty Level: Low to Middle What Does It Teach: Teaches children about creating a suitable environment for seed germination and growth. It also demonstrates the basic needs of plants, including moisture and sunlight. Embarking on a captivating journey into the world of plants, the activity of building a sprout house stands as an imaginative and hands-on endeavor for preschoolers. This enchanting project invites young learners to fuse their creativity with nature’s growth processes, resulting in an engaging and educational experience. Guided by the desire to witness the magic of germination up close, children construct their very own sprout houses. Using simple materials such as clear plastic cups or containers, soil, and seeds, preschoolers curate a nurturing environment for their plant companions to flourish. As the seeds sprout and the tiny green shoots emerge, the transparent walls of the sprout house become windows into the incredible journey of growth. The sprout house activity not only offers a visual spectacle but also nurtures a range of developmental skills. As children care for their sprouting seeds, they cultivate patience, responsibility, and an understanding of the essential needs of living things. Through hands-on exploration, they discover the significance of light, water, and soil in nurturing life. This creative venture further encourages scientific inquiry and critical thinking. As the young botanists observe and document the changes in their sprout houses, they engage in discussions about plant anatomy, life cycles, and the environment. The sprout house becomes a classroom of discovery, where questions sprout as freely as the seeds theselves. In building a sprout house, preschoolers bridge the gap between creativity and learning, cultivating an enduring connection with the natural world. This activity lays the foundation for a lifelong journey of exploration, growth, and appreciation for the miracles of nature. Watch the video below to find out how to make a prout house: Difficulty Level: Low to Middle What Does It Teach: Demonstrates the process of germination and root development. It teaches children about the importance of water, light, and nutrients in the growth of plants. Embracing the wonders of nature, the timeless activity of germinating in a jar emerges as an essential preschool plant exploration. This classic endeavor invites young minds to witness the miraculous journey of life firsthand. By nurturing a bean seed cocooned in damp paper towels within the confines of a glass jar, children unveil the magic of growth in a tangible and captivating manner. As the days unfold, the glass jar transforms into a miniature theatre of life, where roots delve into the darkness of the soil, a sprout emerges with boundless enthusiasm, and a seedling stretches toward the heavens. This hands-on experience grants preschoolers an intimate perspective of the plant life cycle – a vivid tableau of roots, stems, and leaves dancing in harmony. Beyond the classroom, this activity nurtures curiosity and responsibility. Children eagerly monitor their nascent green companions, eagerly providing water, sunlight, and encouragement. The germinating jar serves as an enchanting metaphor for nurturing growth, igniting discussions about care, patience, and the environment. By participating in this tactile journey, young learners forge a connection with the natural world. The germinating jar activity not only instills a deep appreciation for the power of growth but also cultivates a profound respect for the intricate mechanisms that sustain life on Earth. In planting a single seed, this activity sows the seeds of lifelong curiosity and stewardship. Explore this video tutorial on creating a germinating jar: Difficulty Level: Low to Middle What Does It Teach: Introduces children to the concept of vegetative propagation, where new plants grow from plant parts. It teaches about different methods of plant reproduction. Embarking on an exploration of diverse plant life cycles, the activity of growing sweet potatoes emerges as a captivating preschool endeavor that offers a unique perspective on propagation. Through this hands-on experience, young learners are introduced to the fascinating concept that not all plants rely on seeds for reproduction. Guided by curiosity, children delve into the world of sweet potatoes, unearthing the intriguing process of their growth. As they plant sweet potato slips – sprouts that grow from the eyes of a sweet potato – they witness firsthand the remarkable transformation from root to shoot. This journey of propagation offers a tangible lesson in the intricate ways plants reproduce and propagate. Beyond the garden bed, the sweet potato growing activity sparks discussions about the interconnectedness of living things and the vital role plants play in our lives. Children explore concepts of sustainability, nutrition, and the significance of cultivating a diverse range of crops. This activity is not merely about growing plants; it’s about nurturing a sense of curiosity and stewardship for the environment. As young minds witness the transformation of a humble sweet potato into a thriving plant, they cultivate a deep appreciation for the wonders of nature. This experience plants the seeds of lifelong learning, inspiring a connection with the natural world that extends far beyond the classroom. You can also watch this video about growing sweet potatoes: Difficulty Level: Low to Middle What Does It Teach: Teaches children about plant propagation and the lifecycle of avocados. It also provides insights into the importance of patience and care in nurturing plants. Unveiling the secrets of avocados, the art of growing these lush plants becomes a captivating preschool activity that sparks curiosity and cultivates green thumbs. In this hands-on journey, young learners discover the hidden mysteries of avocado seeds through an engaging DIY experience. The adventure begins with an avocado seed, an unassuming gem that harbors a fascinating fault line. As preschoolers delve into this activity, they unlock the secrets of this fault line and learn about the unique characteristics of avocado seeds. This knowledge serves as a gateway to understanding the complexities of nature. Guided by curiosity, children explore the journey from seed to plant. They plant their avocado seeds, nurturing them with care and witnessing the magic of growth as roots take hold and a sprout emerges. This hands-on experience not only fosters a connection to the natural world but also imparts valuable lessons about patience, responsibility, and the vital role of water and sunlight. Beyond the classroom, the avocado-growing activity is a gateway to discussions about plant life cycles, healthy eating, and sustainable practices. Through their avocados, preschoolers engage in real-world connections, sparking conversations about the origins of the food they eat and the significance of nurturing living things. By growing avocados, young learners become explorers of the natural world. This activity nurtures a sense of wonder and respect for the environment while fostering a sense of accomplishment as they witness their avocado seeds transform into thriving plants. This journey of growth sows the seeds of curiosity, fostering a lifelong love for learning and nature. Below is a video demonstrating the process of growing an avocado: Difficulty Level: Middle What Does It Teach: Combines art and science by teaching children about the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis. It introduces them to basic plant processes. Blending artistry and science, the activity of painting with chlorophyll unveils a captivating world where creativity and plant biology converge. Through this hands-on endeavor, preschoolers embark on a journey that not only ignites their imagination but also imparts a fundamental lesson in the wonders of nature. Guided by the allure of chlorophyll, the green pigment responsible for a plant’s energy production, young artists delve into a unique form of expression. With plant leaves as their canvases, they use chlorophyll-rich materials to create vibrant imprints, exploring the intricate patterns that emerge from their creative play. Beyond the artistic process, this activity serves as a gateway to understanding the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis. As they engage in the tactile experience of transferring chlorophyll onto paper, children grasp the concept of plants converting sunlight into energy to make their own food. This hands-on exploration deepens their connection to the natural world and imparts foundational knowledge about ecosystems. Painting with chlorophyll not only fosters an appreciation for plant science but also nurtures fine motor skills and creativity. The interplay between art and biology sparks discussions about the importance of plants in our lives, the delicate balance of nature, and the vital role each organism plays in the ecosystem. Through this activity, preschoolers transform into young scientists and artists, forging a bridge between disciplines and sparking a lifelong love for learning. As their chlorophyll-infused creations take form, so does their understanding of the intricate dance of life on Earth, seeding a sense of wonder that continues to flourish. Here’s a video about painting with chlorophyll: Difficulty Level: Middle to High What Does It Teach: Provides a hands-on exploration of plant anatomy, teaching children about the different parts of plants and their functions. Engaging young minds in a journey of scientific exploration, the plant dissection experiment emerges as a captivating preschool activity that unravels the mysteries of nature’s intricacies. Armed with magnifying glasses and tweezers, children embark on a hands-on adventure to uncover the diverse components of flowers or food plants. This immersive experience transforms the classroom into a laboratory of discovery. Through careful dissection, preschoolers unveil the hidden secrets of petals, stems, leaves, and more. The magnifying glasses lend a new perspective, magnifying the intricate details and allowing young scientists to observe the textures, colors, and structures that comprise each plant part. A remarkable aspect of this experiment is its ability to foster teamwork and shared learning. Rather than providing individual plants for every student, the approach of using one plant and assigning different parts to each child encourages collaboration. As they piece together the puzzle of the plant’s anatomy, children not only learn about specific parts but also witness the interconnectedness of each element. Beyond the scientific exploration, this activity nurtures fine motor skills, patience, and attention to detail. The plant dissection experiment sparks discussions about the role of each part, the importance of plants in our lives, and the intricate balance of nature. In the realm of plant dissection, preschoolers transition from observers to investigators, fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity that lays the foundation for lifelong learning. As they engage in this hands-on exploration, children cultivate a profound connection to the natural world, sowing the seeds of scientific inquiry and appreciation for the beauty and complexity of plants. You can also use this video to teach kids about parts of a plant: Difficulty Level: Middle What Does It Teach: Educates children about the vital role of pollinators in plant reproduction. It teaches about mutualistic relationships in ecosystems. Embarking on a buzzing exploration of the intricate world of pollination, the pipe cleaner pollinators experiment becomes an enchanting preschool activity that unveils the vital role insects play in the plant kingdom. Through this hands-on endeavor, young learners immerse themselves in a captivating journey of discovery. Guided by the magic of pipe cleaners, preschoolers don the role of pollinators as they simulate the essential process of transferring pollen from one flower to another. This tactile exploration unveils the delicate dance of pollination, illuminating how seed-bearing plants rely on the help of bees, butterflies, and other insects to ensure their survival. Through this experiential learning, children develop a deep appreciation for the interconnectedness of nature. As they mimic the actions of pollinators, they grasp the significance of their role in plant reproduction and the food chain. This immersive activity also nurtures fine motor skills and coordination, as little hands deftly manipulate the pipe cleaners. Beyond the classroom, the pipe cleaner pollinators experiment sparks conversations about environmental conservation and the importance of preserving habitats for pollinating insects. Discussions extend to the broader impact of pollinators on global food production, fostering a sense of stewardship for the planet. Through this activity, preschoolers transform into budding ecologists, unraveling the mysteries of nature’s partnerships. As they engage in this hands-on exploration, they cultivate an enduring connection to the world around them, sowing seeds of curiosity and empathy that will continue to flourish as they grow. Additionally, you can watch a video about this experiment: Difficulty Level: Middle What Does It Teach: Encourages creativity while teaching children about different plant forms and textures. It promotes artistic expression related to plant life. Unleashing imagination through tactile exploration, the activity of sculpting plants in clay opens a gateway to creativity and botanical discovery for preschoolers. In this hands-on adventure, children transform simple clay into intricate representations of nature’s wonders. Drawing inspiration from the dynamic world of Claymation, young sculptors embark on a journey of creativity that transcends the limitations of traditional growth. While physical growth might be out of reach, their artistic prowess flourishes as they shape and mold Play-Doh into intricate renditions of plants. As their fingers shape the clay, their minds explore the diverse forms and textures that plants exhibit. Guided by their imagination, preschoolers breathe life into their clay creations. This activity cultivates fine motor skills and spatial awareness while nurturing their innate curiosity about the natural world. Each stroke and indentation becomes an artistic expression of the unique beauty that plants offer. Beyond artistry, sculpting plants in clay nurtures discussions about the diverse forms and functions of plant life. It sparks conversations about the role of plants in our environment, their importance for oxygen production, and the symbiotic relationships they foster. This playful exploration transcends physical boundaries, connecting children to the essence of growth and nurturing. Through the process of sculpting, preschoolers become artists and botanists, united by their creativity and curiosity. As they craft their clay masterpieces, they sow seeds of inspiration and appreciation for the intricate beauty of plants, fostering a lifelong connection to both art and the natural world. Here’s a video about making flowers using polymer clay: - National Gardening Association’s Kid’s Gardening Resources - NASA’s Plant Growth Experiments in Space - Kids Gardening Activities from the Royal Horticultural Society - Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History’s “How Does Your Garden Grow?” Incorporating these engaging plant activities into preschool education fosters a deep connection between young minds and the natural world. 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At the end of the discussion about “Philosophical Perspectives in Education”, the students can be able to: a. Define the different philosophies, b. State the importance of philosophy in education, c. Participate in the discussion, and d. Create their own philosophy in education. Why might the study of philosophy be particularly important to educators? Which branch or branches of philosophy would you want to emphasize in your classroom? Why? Do you learn better deductively or inductively? Why do you think? Philosophy means "love of wisdom." It is made up of two Greek words, philo, meaning love, and sophos, meaning wisdom. Philosophy helps teachers to reflect on key issues and concepts in education, usually through such questions as: What is being educated? What is the good life? What is knowledge? What is the nature of learning? And What is teaching? Philosophers think about the meaning of things and interpretation of that meaning. Even simple statements, such as "What should be learned? Or What is adolescence?" set up raging debates that can have major implications. 5. Your educational philosophy is your beliefs about why, what and how you teach, whom you teach, and about the nature of learning. It is a set of principles that guides professional action through the events and issues teachers face daily. Sources for your educational philosophy are your life experiences, your values, the environment in which you live, interactions with others and awareness of 6. When you examine a philosophy different from your own, it helps you to "wrestle" with your own thinking. Sometimes this means you may change your mind. Other times, it may strengthen your viewpoint; or, you may be eclectic, selecting what seems best from different philosophies. But in eclecticism, there is a danger of sloppy and inconsistent thinking, especially if you borrow a bit of one philosophy and stir in some of another. If serious thought has gone into selection of strategies, theories, or philosophies, this is less problematic. For example, you may determine that you have to vary your approach depending on the particular learning needs and styles of a given student. At various time periods, one philosophical framework may become favored over 7. Branch Metaphysics: What is the nature of Educational Examples –Do you think human beings are basically good or evil? –What are conservative or liberal What issues are related to nature, existence, or being? Is a child inherently evil or good? How might your view determine your What is the nature and origin of the cosmos or universe? Is the world and universe orderly or it marked What would one or the other mean for a Epistemology: What is the nature of knowledge? How do we come to know? How do we come to know? How would an anthropologist look at this classroom? A political scientist? A biologist? How do we know what a Knowing based on: –Senses and Feelings –From authority or divinity –Reasoning or Logic: What reasoning processes yield valid conclusions? –Deductive: reasoning from the general to the particular. All children can learn. Bret is a fifth grader. He has a learning disability. Can –Inductive: reasoning from the specific to the general .After experimenting with plant growth under varied conditions, plants need water and light Axiology: What values should one live by? Is morality defined by our actions, or by what is in our –What values should be taught in character What is good and evil, right Is it ever right to take something that does not belong to you? What is beautiful? How do we recognize a great piece of music? Art? Can there be beauty in 8. Four General or World Philosophies The term metaphysics literally means "beyond the physical." This area of philosophy focuses on the nature of reality. Metaphysics attempts to find unity across the domains of experience and thought. At the metaphysical level, there are four broad philosophical schools of thought that apply to education today. They are idealism, realism, pragmatism (sometimes called experientialism), and existentialism. Each will be explained shortly. These four general frameworks provide the root or base from which the various educational philosophies are derived. Two of these general or world philosophies, idealism and realism, are derived from the ancient Greek philosophers, Plato and Aristotle. Two are more contemporary, pragmatism and existentialism. However, educators who share one of these distinct sets of beliefs about the nature of reality presently apply each of these world philosophies in successful classrooms. Let us explore each of these metaphysical schools of thought. Idealism is a philosophical approach that has as its central tenet that ideas are the only true reality, the only thing worth knowing. In a search for truth, beauty, and justice that is enduring and everlasting, the focus is on conscious reasoning in the mind. Plato, father of Idealism, espoused this view about 400 years BC, in his famous book, The Republic. Plato believed that there are two worlds. The first is the spiritual or mental world, which is eternal, permanent, orderly, regular, and universal. There is also the world of appearance, the world experienced through sight, touch, smell, taste, and sound, that is changing, imperfect, and disorderly. This division is often referred to as the duality of mind and body. Reacting against what he perceived as too much of a focus on the immediacy of the physical and sensory world, Plato described a utopian society in which "education to body and soul all the beauty and perfection of which they are capable" as an ideal. In his allegory of the cave, the shadows of the sensory world must be overcome with the light of reason or universal truth. To understand truth, one must pursue knowledge and identify with the Absolute Mind. Plato also believed that the soul is fully formed prior to birth and is perfect and at one with the Universal Being. The birth process checks this perfection, so education requires bringing latent ideas (fully formed concepts) to consciousness. 11. In idealism, the aim of education is to discover and develop each individual's abilities and full moral excellence in order to better serve society. The curricular emphasis is subject matter of mind: literature, history, philosophy, and religion. Teaching methods focus on handling ideas through lecture, discussion, and Socratic dialogue (a method of teaching that uses questioning to help students discover and clarify knowledge). Introspection, intuition, insight, and whole-part logic are used to bring to consciousness the forms or concepts which are latent in the mind. Character is developed through imitating examples and heroes. Realists believe that reality exists independent of the human mind. The ultimate reality is the world of physical objects. The focus is on the body/objects. Truth is objective-what can be observed. Aristotle, a student of Plato who broke with his mentor's idealist philosophy, is called the father of both Realism and the scientific method. In this metaphysical view, the aim is to understand objective reality through "the diligent and unsparing scrutiny of all observable data." Aristotle believed that to understand an object, its ultimate form had to be understood, which does not change. For example, a rose exists whether or not a person is aware of it. A rose can exist in the mind without being physically present, but ultimately, the rose shares properties with all other roses and flowers (its form), although one rose may be red and another peach colored. Aristotle also was the first to teach logic as a formal discipline in order to be able to reason about physical events and aspects. The exercise of rational thought is viewed as the ultimate purpose for humankind. The Realist curriculum emphasizes the subject matter of the physical world, particularly science and mathematics. The teacher organizes and presents content systematically within a discipline, demonstrating use of criteria in making decisions. Teaching methods focus on mastery of facts and basic skills through demonstration and recitation. Students must also demonstrate the ability to think critically and scientifically, using observation and experimentation. Curriculum should be scientifically approached, standardized, and distinct-discipline based. Character is developed through training in the rules of conduct. 13. Pragmatism (Experientialism the mind and lead to indecisiveness. For pragmatists, only those things that are experienced or observed are real. In this late 19th century American philosophy, the focus is on the reality of experience. Unlike the Realists and Rationalists, Pragmatists believe that reality is constantly changing and that we learn best through applying our experiences and thoughts to problems, as they arise. The universe is dynamic and evolving, a "becoming" view of the world. There is no absolute and unchanging truth, but rather, truth is what works. Pragmatism is derived from the teaching of Charles Sanders Peirce (1839-1914), who believed that thought must produce action, rather than linger in 14. John Dewey (1859-1952) applied pragmatist philosophy in his progressive approaches. He believed that learners must adapt to each other and to their environment. Schools should emphasize the subject matter of social experience. All learning is dependent on the context of place, time, and circumstance. Different cultural and ethnic groups learn to work cooperatively and contribute to a democratic society. The ultimate purpose is the creation of a new social order. Character development is based on making group decisions in light of 15. For Pragmatists, teaching methods focus on hands-on problem solving, experimenting, and projects, often having students work in groups. Curriculum should bring the disciplines together to focus on solving problems in an interdisciplinary way. Rather than passing down organized bodies of knowledge to new learners, Pragmatists believe that learners should apply their knowledge to real situations through experimental inquiry. This prepares students for citizenship, daily living, and future individuals, as we make meaning of our lives. The nature of reality for Existentialists is subjective, and lies within the individual. The physical world has no inherent meaning outside of human existence. Individual choice and individual standards rather than external standards are central. Existence comes before any definition of what we are. We define ourselves in relationship to that existence by the choices we make. We should not accept anyone else's predetermined philosophical system; rather, we must take responsibility for deciding who we are. The focus is on freedom, the development 17. There are several different orientations within the existentialist philosophy. Soren Kierkegaard (1813-1855), a Danish minister and philosopher, is considered to be the founder of existentialism. His was a Christian orientation. Another group of existentialists, largely European, believes that we must recognize the finiteness of our lives on this small and fragile planet, rather than believing in salvation through God. Our existence is not guaranteed in an after life, so there is tension about life and the certainty of death, of hope or despair. Unlike the more austere European approaches where the universe is seen as meaningless when faced with the certainty of the end of existence, American existentialists have focused more on human potential and the quest for personal meaning. Values clarification is an outgrowth of this movement. Following the bleak period of World War II, the French philosopher, Jean Paul Sartre, suggested that for youth, the existential moment arises when young persons realize for the first time that choice is theirs, that they are responsible for themselves. Their question becomes "Who am I and what should I do? 18. Related to education, the subject matter of existentialist classrooms should be a matter of personal choice. Teachers view the individual as an entity within a social context in which the learner must confront others' views to clarify his or her own. Character development emphasizes individual responsibility for decisions. Real answers come from within the individual, not from outside authority. Examining life through authentic thinking involves students in genuine learning experiences. Existentialists are opposed to thinking about students as objects to be measured, tracked, or standardized. Such educators want the educational experience to focus on creating opportunities for self-direction and self actualization. They start with the student, rather than on curriculum content. 19. Educational Philosophies teach, the curriculum aspect. Within the epistemological frame that focuses on the nature of knowledge and how we come to know, there are four major educational philosophies, each related to one or more of the general or world philosophies just discussed. These educational philosophical approaches are currently used in classrooms the world over. They are Perennialism, Essentialism, Progressivism, and Reconstructionism. These educational philosophies focus heavily on WHAT Robert Maynard Hutchins and Mortimer Adler For Perennialists, the aim of education is to ensure that students acquire understandings about the great ideas of Western civilization. These ideas have the potential for solving problems in any era. The focus is to teach ideas that are everlasting, to seek enduring truths which are constant, not changing, as the natural and human worlds at their most essential level, do not change. Teaching these unchanging principles is critical. Humans are rational beings, and their minds need to be developed. Thus, cultivation of the intellect is the highest priority in a worthwhile education. The demanding curriculum focuses on attaining cultural literacy, stressing students' growth in enduring disciplines. The loftiest accomplishments of humankind are emphasized– the great works of literature and art, the laws or principles of science. Advocates of this educational philosophy are Robert Maynard Hutchins who developed a Great Books program in 1963 and Mortimer Adler, who further developed this curriculum based on 100 great books of William Bagley, James D. Koerner, H. G. Rickover, Paul Copperman , Theodore Sizer Essentialists believe that there is a common core of knowledge that needs to be transmitted to students in a systematic, disciplined way. The emphasis in this conservative perspective is on intellectual and moral standards that schools should teach. The core of the curriculum is essential knowledge and skills and academic rigor. Although this educational philosophy is similar in some ways to Perennialism, Essentialists accept the idea that this core curriculum may change. Schooling should be practical, preparing students to become valuable members of society. It should focus on facts-the objective reality out there--and "the basics," training students to read, write, speak, and compute clearly and logically. Schools should not try to set or influence policies. Students should be taught hard work, respect for authority, and discipline. Teachers are to help students keep their non- productive instincts in check, such as aggression or mindlessness. This approach was in reaction to progressivist approaches prevalent in the 1920s and 30s. William Bagley, took progressivist approaches to task in the journal he formed in 1934. Other proponents of Essentialism are: James D. Koerner (1959), H. G. Rickover (1959), Paul Copperman (1978), and Theodore Sizer (1985). Progressivists believe that education should focus on the whole child, rather than on the content or the teacher. This educational philosophy stresses that students should test ideas by active experimentation. Learning is rooted in the questions of learners that arise through experiencing the world. It is active, not passive. The learner is a problem solver and thinker who makes meaning through his or her individual experience in the physical and cultural context. Effective teachers provide experiences so that students can learn by doing. Curriculum content is derived from student interests and questions. The scientific method is used by progressivist educators so that students can study matter and events systematically and first hand. The emphasis is on process- how one comes to know. The Progressive education philosophy was established in America from the mid 1920s through the mid 1950s. John Dewey was its foremost proponent. One of his tenets was that the school should improve the way of life of our citizens through experiencing freedom and democracy in schools. Shared decision making, planning of teachers with students, student-selected topics are all aspects. Books are tools, rather than 24. Social Reconstructionsim Social reconstructionism is a philosophy that emphasizes the addressing of social questions and a quest to create a better society and worldwide democracy. Reconstructionist educators focus on a curriculum that highlights social reform as the aim of education. Theodore Brameld (1904-1987) was the founder of social reconstructionism, in reaction against the realities of World War II. He recognized the potential for either human annihilation through technology and human cruelty or the capacity to create a beneficent society using technology and human compassion. George Counts (1889-1974) recognized that education was the means of preparing people for creating this new social order Critical theorists, like social reconstructionists, believe that systems must be changed to overcome oppression and improve human conditions. Paulo Freire (1921-1997) was a Brazilian whose experiences living in poverty led him to champion education and literacy as the vehicle for social change. In his view, humans must learn to resist oppression and not become its victims, nor oppress others. To do so requires dialog and critical consciousness, the development of awareness to overcome domination and oppression. Rather than "teaching as banking," in which the educator deposits information into students' heads, Freire saw teaching and learning as a process of inquiry in which the child must invent and reinvent the world. 26. P8 cont’d For social reconstructionists and critical theorists, curriculum focuses on student experience and taking social action on real problems, such as violence, hunger, international terrorism, inflation, and inequality. Strategies for dealing with controversial issues (particularly in social studies and literature), inquiry, dialogue, and multiple perspectives are the focus. Community-based learning and bringing the world into the classroom are also strategies. Which general or world view philosophy best fits with your own views of reality? Why? What have you learned from the history of education that is related to these metaphysical It is said that an image is worth a thousand words. What might be your image metaphor for each of these world or metaphysical Directions: Write your philosophy of education. A statement of your personal beliefs about teaching and learning in A4 size, minimum of 100 words, and single spacing. Hint: Use "I believe" statements to help you get started. This is not what others believe, but your own beliefs. Relevancy – ----------------5 Organization of ideas---5 Total: 20 pts 29. Why you teach? What is the purpose of education? What is your role as an educator? Whom you teach? How will you reach the diverse children in your How do you define your community of learners? How and What You Teach? What are your beliefs about how children learn? How will your beliefs affect your teaching? How do you balance the needs of the individual learner with the needs of the What are your goals for students? Where You Teach? How will you bring a global awareness into your classroom? What will be your relationship with the community, parents, teaching colleagues, Suggestions for Writing an Educational Philosophy Statement 30. I believe the children are our future... I believe each and every child has the potential to bring something unique and special to the world. I will help children to develop their potential by believing in them as capable individuals. I will assist children in discovering who they are, so they can express their own opinions and nurture their own ideas. I have a vision of a world where people learn to respect, accept, and embrace the differences between us, as the core of what makes life so fascinating. Teach them well and let them lead the way... Every classroom presents a unique community of learners that varies not only in abilities, but also in learning styles. My role as a teacher is to give children the tools with which to cultivate their own gardens of knowledge. To accomplish this goal, I will teach to the needs of each child so that all learners can feel capable and successful. I will present curriculum that involves the interests of the children and makes learning relevant to life. I will incorporate themes, integrated units, projects, group work, individual work, and hands-on learning in order to make children active learners. Finally, I will tie learning into the world community to help children become caring and active members of society. Show them all the beauty they possess inside. Give them a sense of pride... My classroom will be a caring, safe, and equitable environment where each child can blossom and grow. I will allow children to become responsible members of our classroom community by using strategies such as class meetings, positive discipline, and democratic principles. In showing children how to become responsible for themselves as well as their own learning, I am giving them the tools to become successful in life, to believe in themselves, and to love Let the children's laughter remind us how we used to be... Teaching is a lifelong learning process of learning about new philosophies and new strategies, learning from the parents and community, learning from colleagues, and especially learning from the children. Children have taught me to open my mind and my heart to the joys, the innocence, and the diversity of ideas in the world. Because of this, I will never forget how to smile with the new, cherish the old, and laugh with the children. Sample Educational Philosophy Statements

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Social expectations in the nineteenth century encouraged a kind of pessimistic selflessness that could have resulted in a woman thinking of herself as nothing, as or worth less than nothing. Women of that time were controlled by "superiors" like their husbands or fathers and forced to lose their identity under repressing social system-- patriarchy. In "The Yellow Wallpaper", Gilman skillfully reveals this aspect that drives woman desperate by fabricating the plotline of her own story. Gilman's narrator is confined in a nursery and forced to do nothing because it's recommended for her mental illness. But by her patriarchal husband and the treatment without considering her as a being, the narrator's condition gets worsened. With nothing to stimulate the narrator, she becomes obsessed with observing the yellow wallpaper and imagining a crawling woman inside it. It becomes an inspiration for the narrator to find self-identity. Identifying herself with the crawling woman in wallpaper, the narrator completely descends into madness at the ending. Throughout the process of searching for a true identity of the narrator, Gilman begs the important questions to be asked: What deprives the narrator of her identity? What does the yellow wallpaper symbolize? And lastly, does her insanity record itself as a triumph or a defeat? In this paper, I will attempt to cover these answers from a feminist perspective with the theme of "searching for identity". If you need assistance with writing your essay, our professional essay writing service is here to help!Essay Writing Service Officially born into the prominent and well-known Beecher family in 1860 as Charlotte Anna Perkins, Gilman was eager and passionate for self-improvement from when she was a child. The overly critical circumstances in Gilman's life, however, forged impenetrable obstacles on the path to her utmost desires. In her childhood, for example, she underwent traumatic experiences, especially when Gilman's father abandoned the family high and dry, leaving them impoverished when she was only thirteen. Therefore, her family was sent to reside with relatives and relocated so often during her dim and lacking childhood. This could have been one reason that Gilman developed such an ambivalent opinion towards marriage and a factor that could have influenced her to not marry during her early adulthood. Of course, that chaste vow was severed when she married, but the couple's sweet oaths terminated when the two came down with a decision to divorce with one daughter left at the end of their unsuccessful relationship. Many years later, Gilman was remarried to her cousin and they remained happily married until his sudden death. Tragically, in 1935, Gilman discovered that she had an incurable case of breast cancer and committed suicide after serving years as an advocate for the right-to-die. "Gilman used her energies and her gifts in an effort to understand the world and her place in it and to extend that knowledge and those insights to others." (Lane, 1990:229) Gilman lived at a time of great change and underwent events that had great influence on the development of the American society such as Industrial Revolution and Women's Movement. Not accepting these events happen without appropriate examination, she became an enthusiastic writer, commentator, social critic, and feminist. She criticized the limitation of social order, especially its effects on the status of women. In her works, Gilman devoted herself to inspiring women with her revolutionary ideas and raising the standard of life for women by pointing out severe problems in society. Unfortunately, Gilman's work was buried in the archives of literature and temporarily forgotten amongst avid readers in the years following her death. In the 1970s, however, feminist writers and theorists rediscovered and reappraised Gilman's work for its accurate show display of social abuse. Many of Gilman's writings are read today as significant examples of feminist literature. "The Yellow Wallpaper" in particular has generated much attention as modern readers appreciate both its literary value and profound social commentary. 1.2 The Yellow Wallpaper and Social Background of the Time When "The Yellow Wallpaper", was published in the 1892 edition of The New England Magazine, people only praised the story's exquisite imagery and chilling mood. However, this story was categorized as a chilling reminder that revealed powerful force of social norms after it was released once more in The Feminist Press at 1973 as a separate volume. Soon enough, "The Yellow Wallpaper" became the representative icon of feminist literature. The storyline of "The Yellow Wallpaper" is simple. After giving birth, the narrator suffers from some undefined illness-- a kind of nervous fatigue or depression; therefore, her husband, a doctor, decides to take her into a colonial house off in the countryside for three months. For the ailed young wife, the entire family is expected to adjust to a rural lifestyle, and her sister-in-law takes over the tedious household chores and newborn infant as they may be detrimental to the wife's recovery. Additionally, she is kept from meeting others, writing, and enjoying any other activity that may require a so-called "harmful" level of concentration and effort. Even though she is pampered with her husband's attention and love, her mental health chances the opposite direction and descents into an irrevocable condition of insanity. Hence, the readers are able to peek into her own world of hysteria through the entries of her journal that she keeps away from her husband's prying view. Indeed, the suave method in which she executes her prominent use of syntax and sentence spacing clearly proves that there were several interruptions. Not only do the rhythmic passages elicit suspense and adrenaline-pumping fear, but it also allows the readers to sympathize with the main character and progressively understand the development of her immense discomfort. However, when it is ultimately revealed that she is finally insane, the readers undoubtedly fall into the same shock as does her husband. Her pitiful story clearly exemplifies exactly how a woman may lose her freedom and self identity under the patriarchal social system. When "The Yellow Wallpaper" was written, the position of women was very different from what it is today. Women could not vote and they were destined to spend their lives only in domestic sphere. Though some could earn, the wages they got were legally owned by their fathers and husbands. They were just forcibly expected to fulfill their duties as devoted mothers and wives and be satisfied with the fact. Likewise, though their consciousness was gradually awakening, their legal and social statuses were still based on their dependence upon the men around them. This conflict and psychic discontinuity caused a sort of hysteria for many women of the time. In that sense, the nervous breakdown the narrator is suffering in this story is typical of that particular century. Under such social backgrounds, Gilman reveals women's limited and oppressed situation by putting the narrator against the conventions of those bleak days. Ironically, though the narrator's husband is seen as the clear villain through the whole story, he is only a reflection of the society he belongs to. The narrator's desire and passion to find more in her life do not agree with social expectations and they make her grow away from the idealized model of woman at that time. 1.3 Literature Review: Studies on "The Yellow Wallpaper" After giving birth, Gilman herself suffered depression for three years and finally succumbed to the "rest cure" prescribed by the famous physician, Dr. Silas Weir Mitchell. However, because she was forced to do nothing and see no one, Gilman's depression got worse and worse. She eventually refused those directions and returned to her daily routines and work. Then, she recovered and wrote "The Yellow Wallpaper." Here, she claimed that the short story was essentially a critical proposition against the doctor who had tried to cure her through ineffective means, and proudly stated the purpose of writing it, "It was not intended to drive people crazy, but to save people from being driven crazy, and it worked" (Gilman, 1992:53). However, it was not easy for Gilman to publish "The Yellow Wallpaper" because editors and readers were unwilling and unready to accept it. When the story was sent to Scudder, an influential editor, the reaction was beyond bittersweet and overly critical. He refused the story as saying that "I could not forgive myself if I made others as miserable as I have made myself" (Scudder, 1998:33). It is possible that the atmosphere of Victorian America and its high expectations for literature within their cultural and socially accepted range required that Scudder reject "The Yellow Wallpaper." The story did not suggest the kind of uplifting ending like typical stories of the time; moreover, the protagonist who became insane was an ordinary middle-class wife. Gilman's uncomfortable portrayal of such a normal female citizen descending into madness within the Victorian patriarchal social system caused Scudder to feel "miserable," and he may have rejected the story for the purpose of protecting his readers from the taboo shock factor of it. Without a doubt, after its publication, "The Yellow Wallpaper" was greeted with strong but mixed reactions and commentaries. Readers of that sheltered time period criticized this work of literature harshly for its abnormal context and taboo storyline. On the other hand, for feminist critics, it was regarded as a literary masterpiece because it offered a feminist perspective on the social situation confronting sexual politics when most authors were frightened and preferred to stay in the safe zone to please the easily aroused audience. Hedges evaluated it: For aside from the light it throws on the personal despairs, and the artistic triumph over them, of one of America's foremost feminists, the story is one of the rare pieces of literature we have by a nineteenth-century woman which directly confronts the sexual politics of the male-female, husband-wife relationship(Hedges, 1992:124). And Gilbert and Gubar referred to the "The Yellow Wallpaper" as "a striking story of female confinement and escape, a paradigmatic tale which seems to tell the story that all literary women would tell if they could speak their 'speechless woe'"(Gilbert and Gubar, 1998:34).Warren also praised "The Yellow Wallpaper" as "a devastating portrait of a woman struggling to free herself from a conventional, personality-destroying marriage based on constricting sex roles" (Warren, 1984:259). Through many feminist readings, "The Yellow Wallpaper" became not simply a horror piece, but a fictional arena in which Gilman questioned and challenged the submissive role forced upon women. The short story became an avant-garde work that still serves as an encouraging icon of female strength and perseverance even if they may be suppressed by male dominance. In regard to the shocking and controversial ending, critics still continue to debate whether her descent into madness was either a triumph or a defeat. Relatively speaking, the earliest studies conducted in the 1970s deemed "The Yellow Wallpaper" as a victorious story of a woman attempting to free herself from a patriarchal society. Gilbert and Gubar gave the most optimistic interpretation about such a subject as saying that: A supposedly mad woman has been sentenced to imprisonment in the 'infected' house of her own body; however, through identification with the double trapped on the other side of the wallpaper, the woman -whom society perceived as mad- escapes from her textual and architectural confinement into the open space of her authority(36). Through Kennard's eyes, the narrator's madness was seen even more optimistically as "a form of higher sanity, as an indication of a capacity to see truths other than those available to the logical mind" (Kennard, 1992:180). But some critics, on the other hand, emphasize the obvious limitations of the narrator's situation at the end of the story. In Hedges's perspective, the narrator achieves temporary freedom but "is destroyed" (Hedges, 1992:132) because she is completely mad, so she claims it cannot be a complete "freedom" (131). Chapter Two Analysis of "The Yellow Wallpaper" with the Theme of "Identity" 2.1 Searching for Identity 2.1.1 Patriarchy and Identity In the nineteenth century America, women were repressed, judged, and controlled by a patriarchal system of social order. Women did not share the same responsibilities and rights that men possessed as a natural gift, and were kept close only as "objects" rather than people. Similarly in "The Yellow Wallpaper," the narrator's identity is also forced down by such crude and oppressing social expectations and duties-patriarchy. First, the narrator in this story is completely dominated by her husband, John, which is not an uncommon case when taking the background and historical context of the situation. The narrator says, "John laughs at me, of course, but one expects that in marriage. John is practical in the extreme. He has no patience with faith, an intense horror of superstition, and he scoffs openly at any talk of things not to be felt and seen and put down in figures"(13). As such, John is so "rational" and humbled by his gender superiority that he doesn't care for his wife's true emotional discomfort and merely believes that she is suffering from nothing more than a "slight hysterical tendency." Instead, as a physician, he prescribes the "rest cure," confining the narrator to the nursery and prohibiting her from using her imagination because he believes it would worsen her health. Throughout the story, John treats the narrator, his wife, like a child as he affectionately calls her either a "blessed little goose" or a "little girl." Also, when the narrator tries to talk about what troubles her to him, he ignores her desperation and refuses to view her as an equal and more as his line of responsibility. Though we can obviously see that he loves and cares for his bride, the way he expresses this sort of adoration and fondness is absolutely restricted, limited, and hypocritical. He doesn't listen or even attempt to feign interest at the face of her personal desires and respect her identity or existence at all. In doing so, the narrator is forced to become a submissive wife to her biased and highly sexist husband. At the same time, the narrator is compelled and tempted to live life accordingly as a devoted mother like Jennie, John's beloved younger sister. While the narrator constantly fails in her duties as "the angel in the house," Jennie cordially undertakes all the maternal duties that the nineteenth century views about the role of women typically suggests like finishing all the household chores, nurturing the family, negating her own desire for the sake of a stable marriage, and staying content to spend her life as a trophy mother and bride. The narrator almost enviously observes, "She is a perfect and enthusiastic housekeeper, and hopes for no better profession. I verily believe she thinks it is the writing which made me sick!"(17). Jennie symbolizes the happily domesticated woman, while the narrator is portrayed as being a part of an abnormal class for harboring a dangerous desire to break free from such domestic restraints. Writing is only way for the narrator to express herself, but Jennie agrees with John's evaluation and also prevents her from enjoying such simple activities that require no straining effort on the narrator's part. Jennie may be able to understand the narrator better than John as a woman, but she doesn't listen to her, either, and attempts to tame her to be a socially accepted mother and housewife like herself. This forceful expectation stifles the narrator and gradually deters her from discovering her own true self-worth. Our academic experts are ready and waiting to assist with any writing project you may have. From simple essay plans, through to full dissertations, you can guarantee we have a service perfectly matched to your needs.View our services The "rest cure" that is prescribed to the narrator when she is suffering from neurasthenia is also a symbol of patriarchy that demolishes her human identity. The treatment prioritizes her to linger in the confines of a nursery, partake in absolute rest, keep away from mental or social activities, and also requires a complete isolation from family and friends. Although John, the narrator's husband and doctor, means well to cure his mentally troubled wife, he eventually worsens her health by separating her from the outside world. The "rest cure" only narrows the focus onto the physical condition of the patient and not the emotional or mental, which later proves to be ineffective in curing her unidentified ailment. John only considers her as a passive subject of treatment and, in some cases, as a glorified but incapable overgrown infant. The patriarchal social system that forces a woman's submission in the domestic setting and her obedience in a doctor/ patient relationship is influential in this particular treatment. Then, the narrator's defiant action of resistance for self-expression in the story escalates to the breaking point with the "writing" issue. The main character hides her journal because writing in it is profoundly against her husband's wishes. She attempts to hide her diary every time he returns from his business outings, saying each time: "There comes John, and I must put this away-he hates to have me write a word." Although John "absolutely forbids" her from writing by arguing that it would essentially interrupt her recovery , the narrator feels that writing provides her freedom and comfort because she truly believes that "congenial work, with excitement and change, would do good"(14). As Gilbert mentions and asserts, role of writing is for the narrator's personal expression rather than an action of resistance toward her husband in this story. For this reason, she keeps writing the secret journal and expressing her feelings on the pages because writing is the only accessible method she can take advantage of to free her independent opinions and uncover her own identity amongst the constricting levels of repression. In that sense, her enforced inactivity would have gradually led to her ironic and unexpected self-destruction and the act of writing actually represents a meaningful struggle for self-actualization. All these facts also imply the real reason as to why the main protagonist should remain anonymous from the beginning to the end of this story. It is unusual that the main character has no name and fails to introduce herself while the other minor characters (even the nanny) appear to have a name. Gilman purposely deprived the narrator of a name to emphasize the fact that women of that historical era lose their identities, being forced to live only as ideal mothers or wives in the patriarchal society. This idea is so open-ended that presumably any wife, mother, or-in general, women-may have their own personal identity stripped from them amongst the workings of such a dehumanizing and male-dominated society. 2.1.2 Symbolism of the Yellow Wallpaper While the narrator is confined in the nursery, she begins to pursue her ambitions to find out the mystical meaning of the wallpaper and fabricate imaginary stories stemming from it as she observes its picturesque designs and intricate patterns. Because she disobeys John's orders and suggestions after imagining the woman trapped in the yellow wallpaper, it has a symbolic significance as an inspiration for her to discover her true identity. As she studies the wallpaper during her free time, she feels that she is breaking free from her oppression and exclaims, "And I know John would think it absurd. But I must say what I feel and think in some way-it is such a relief!"(19). While being prohibited to write and partake in such recreational activities, the yellow wallpaper becomes her greatest and only visual and mental pleasure as she proclaims, "Life is very much more exciting now that it used to be. You see, I have something more to expect, to look forward to watch" (22). Whenever the narrator attempts to converse about her repressed feelings to her husband, he would not hear of it, however, the wallpaper seems to listen to her frenzied thoughts and reflect her truest emotions. Thereby, the narrator's struggle to observe the stationary wallpaper symbolizes searching for her identity by the approach she uses to portray its significance throughout the story. When the narrator "meets" the yellow wallpaper for the first time, she thinks that it is the "worst paper" that she has never seen in her life. As it takes on the role of mirroring her unconscious mind, she does not feel satisfied with herself and becomes even more and more confused and lost within the chambers of her own sanity. Consequently, the process that the narrator undergoes to find meaning in the pattern worsens her condition, yet she continues the search regardless of it being detrimental to her health. The longer the narrator admires the paper, the more definition she perceives in both parts of the paper, which reveals itself to be a front pattern of bars and a back pattern that resembles a woman. Continuously, the narrator dissects these odd shapes from the design, imagining eyes and other organic forms not native to its original pattern. The narrator notes with fascination and horror of "the shadow of the woman who is creeping in the wallpaper," (24) in which she also realizes that "the woman seems to shake the pattern to get out of the wallpaper" (25). The narrator parallels this vision of the caged woman to her own current state wherein she is confined in the nursery room, unable to practice her personal liberties to her own freedom of will. In summation, the unidentified woman trapped behind the barred pattern of the yellow wallpaper most obviously represents the narrator's social condition and her state of mind. At first, the woman in the wallpaper appears to be calm during the daytime, but behaves wildly in the nighttime when she violently shakes the pattern to free herself from the bars. As time goes on, the woman in the wallpaper begins to be active both during the day and night; therefore, the narrator becomes absolutely obsessed with observing the formless figure. When she tries to uncover the buried secrets inside of her, the woman trapped in wallpaper inspires the narrator to listen to her own repressed inner voice. At the same time, she encounters uncomfortable truths that drive her to hopelessness; consequently, we can observe the narrator's transition from her acceptance to her gradual desire to escape. Then, the narrator perceives the woman trapped in the wallpaper as a representation of herself that is trapped by the restrictive patterns of her own society. For this reason, she is determined to rip the wallpaper off the walls as if she attempts to overcome her situation and permanently eliminate the patriarchal forces that restrain her: "I pulled and she shook, I shook and she pulled, and before morning we had peeled off yards of that paper"(25). Finally, the narrator liberates the woman captivated in the wallpaper by destroying it; furthermore, she identifies herself with the figure and ultimately becomes mentally unstable. The narrator is no longer an unpleasant or repressed woman as she declares, "It is so pleasant to be out in this great room and creep around as I please!"(26). And throughout the whole process, the color yellow has a significant symbol. The yellow color is usually associated with warmness and happiness; however in this story, it is linked to a malignant source that descends the narrator into insanity. As the "uncomfortable" yellow color, it not only symbolizes feelings of frustration and anger that the narrator feels under repressions, but also alludes the old and stuffy patriarchal society she faces in an ironic way. Gilman probably decided the dubious color "yellow" with a significant purpose to describe the unpleasant atmosphere, and I think it worked amazingly. From observing the wallpaper to destroying it, the entire process symbolizes the narrator's struggle to rediscover her self-identity in the midst of such "yellowed" social constraints. 2.2 Insanity: Triumph or Defeat? At the chilling finale of this story, the narrator escapes in a way no one expected. When John discovers his wife crawling on her hands and declaring "I've got out at last," (27) he is so overwhelmed by her drastically changed condition that he faints. The narrator, by interacting with the wallpaper and the woman trapped within the intricate designs, and creating the subtle meaning of the wallpaper, projects her psychotic thoughts and tendencies to the object of her obsessions and thirsts for her liberty from a largely patriarchal society wholesomely embodied in her husband. At the breaking point, the limitations and restrictions set by her husband's actions are the very cause that drives her into utter insanity. Then, does the narrator truly triumph and worm her way out of her supposedly inevitable doom at last? A few opinionated critics like Gilbert and Gubar argue that the story's conclusion is not based on mere madness; rather, they perceive the young wife's state of insanity as a trifling victory because she was able to escape her husband John's demanding clutches and break the suffocating bonds between her and a cruel, domineering patriarchal society (Gilbert and Gubar, 1998:36). They might see the "insanity" as a victory because the patriarchal and hypocritical husband of the narrator, John, is temporarily defeated, or at least momentarily stunned. John's feminine faint of surprise can be viewed as the least triumph that the mad woman achieves. Likewise, Schopp-Schilling also sees the narrator's final descent into madness as a supreme defiance "which ultimately enables her to creep triumphantly over her husband" (Schilling, 1992:143). By tearing the wallpaper off, the narrator feels that she has achieved a sense of self-expression that couldn't have been executed or carried out by other persons, and though the narrator loses her sanity in the process, she displays a stable resistance to such oppressive domestic restraints and makes an arbitrary decision, so the insanity is ultimately interpreted as a triumph or escape from her symbolic confinement. On the other hand, some critics assert that her irrevocable condition in the end is more of a defeat rather than optimistic success. In contrast with Gilbert and Gubar's statements, Haney-Peritz argues that "the narrator does not move out into open country; instead, she turns an ancestral hall into a haunted house and then encrypts herself therein as a fantasy figure"(Peritz,1992:271). Presumably, it is only in her subconscious that the narrator can conquer her mental restraints. She seems to triumph in the end by creeping over John, but such an uncanny act is only summoned from the miserable depth and corners of her desire and depression. She is unable to overcome the impediments that confine her in sanity, and sequentially, her capricious insanity empowers her to find and express herself. Additionally, it is noticeable that John only fainted, which leaves the open-ended possibility of her husband waking up from his state of unconsciousness later on and oppressing her even more harshly for fear of her psychological health and rationality declining. Therefore, with her husband's suppression only suspended for a specific amount of time, the narrator is not exactly safe or truly free from her domestic ties. Both sides of the debate are accredited. In various ways, the narrator both wins and loses. The narrator's brief triumph cannot be discredited because her horrific insanity had incredibly changed John's attitude: "John who was never nervous in his life" (15) cried. His transformation possibly paved the path and might have established the foundation for women's possible liberation. At the same time, the narrator could not have completely achieved such an overthrow because this liberation goes unfortunately hand in hand with her insanity. However, I would rather label her ending endeavors as a trifle of a triumph because at least it could become inspiration for every woman that was fighting against such persecuting social restraints. I guess this is what Gilman tried to appeal through this story. Gilman stated the purpose of writing this story like this, "It was not intended to drive people crazy, but to save people from being driven crazy, and it worked" (Gilman, 1992:53). She has shown what results will come when a woman is confined with no self expression, no rights to make her own decision, and no desire to stimulate her. By that, the ending not only just points out the severity of those problems but also inspires women to resist oppressive gender roles, to take back repressions, and especially to find their own ways to fulfill their desires. Chapter Three Conclusion Gilman's "The Yellow Wallpaper" is so amazing in that she not only skillfully created and fabricated the complex plotline of her own story, but she also incorporated the fundamental and significant causes that led women of that time to insanity as a result of their mental anguish and anxiety. Although this influential short story is apparently similar to Gilman's other works in its awareness of women's problems, it actually distinguishes itself from the rest. Even Gilman herself considers it different and special under certain circumstances. The author once claimed that she didn't expect the story to be categorized as a piece of "literature" in any way because she wrote the story for a "special" purpose. "The real Purpose of this story was to reach Dr. S. Weir Mitchell, and convince him of the errors of his ways. I sent him a copy as soon as it came out, but no response. However, many years later I met someone who knew him who said he had told them that he had changed his treatment since reading 'The Yellow Wallpaper.' If that is fact, then I have not lived in vain" (Gilman, 1983:317). Despite this, "The Yellow Wallpaper" has been regarded as the best of Gilman's creative writing and masterpiece in American literature. Unlike many mainstream literary works at that time, "The Yellow Wallpaper" does not offer an uplifting ending or introduce a desirable female model; rather, through her depiction of a woman tumultuously descending into insanity by means of a corrupted patriarchy, it horribly accuses the extreme restrictions confronting women in their society by emphasizing the devastating results of social and physical confinement and the dangers of limited escape. Ultimately, Gilman leads the reader to focus on the destructive powers of social restraints and the devastating tragedies that could be an offspring of such a strict system. I wholeheartedly agree with Gilman's implicated but strong opinion in "The Yellow Wallpaper." Today modern women have relatively more freedom of expression and enjoyment than women from previous eras; however, in our present society, there still exists anonymous victims of the patriarchal societies, suffering, like the story's narrator, from "John" and some kind of "wallpaper." I would humbly suggest that our society should continue its brandished efforts to abolish the remained domestic and sexist restraints lest another unnamed, repressed woman should go insane or become another victim to such social atrocities. Cite This Work To export a reference to this article please select a referencing stye below: Related ServicesView all DMCA / Removal Request If you are the original writer of this essay and no longer wish to have your work published on UKEssays.com then please:

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Herbie Hancock’S Fusion Of Jazz And Electronic Music - Herbie hancock, a trailblazer in the fusion of jazz and electronic music, has consistently pushed the boundaries of jazz throughout his career. - Hancock’s groundbreaking album, “head hunters,” brought together funk, rock, and jazz, highlighting his versatility as a musician. - He embraced synthesizers and electronic instruments, incorporating them into his compositions and performances, creating a new sound that captivated audiences. - Hancock’s ability to seamlessly blend genres and experiment with new technologies has solidified his status as a forward-thinking musician. - His contributions to modern jazz continue to inspire artists to explore and fuse different musical genres. These iconic modern jazz musicians have shaped the evolution of jazz and left a lasting impact on the music world. Their innovative approaches to improvisation, willingness to explore new sounds, and ability to push boundaries have propelled modern jazz into new and exciting directions. As their influence continues to resonate with musicians today, their contributions serve as a testament to the power of artistic innovation and creativity in shaping the future of jazz. Modern Jazz Festivals And Events Jazz music has evolved over the years, giving rise to a myriad of modern jazz festivals and events that celebrate this vibrant genre. Whether you’re a jazz enthusiast or simply looking to discover the magic of jazz for the first time, these festivals and events offer an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of modern jazz. From international jazz festivals that attract renowned musicians from across the globe to local jazz showcases that highlight up-and-coming talent, there is something for everyone to enjoy. International Jazz Festivals - Montreux jazz festival: This world-renowned festival held annually in switzerland is a melting pot of jazz, blues, and soul music. With its breathtaking setting on the shores of lake geneva, it draws top-notch musicians and music lovers from around the world. - New orleans jazz & heritage festival: Known as jazz fest, this iconic festival in the birthplace of jazz brings together a diverse range of musicians, showcasing not only jazz but also other genres like blues, gospel, and r&b. It’s a celebration of new orleans’ rich musical heritage. - North sea jazz festival: Held in rotterdam, netherlands, the north sea jazz festival is one of the largest and most prestigious jazz festivals in europe. It boasts an impressive lineup of international jazz stars, as well as artists from other genres like pop, rock, and soul. Jazz Cruises And Specialized Events - Blue note at sea: Imagine cruising the high seas while being serenaded by world-class jazz musicians. Blue note at sea offers exactly that, combining the allure of a luxury cruise with an unforgettable jazz experience. It’s the perfect way to unwind and enjoy a unique musical journey. - Jazz in the gardens: This annual music festival in miami gardens, florida, brings together jazz, soul, and r&b artists in a lively outdoor setting. It not only showcases established jazz musicians but also provides a platform for emerging talent, making it a must-attend event for jazz enthusiasts. - Monk institute international jazz competition: This prestigious competition showcases the next generation of jazz musicians, providing them with a platform to shine. It is a testament to the ever-evolving nature of jazz and its ability to captivate audiences across generations. Local Jazz Showcases And Venues - Smalls jazz club: Nestled in the heart of greenwich village, new york city, smalls jazz club is a renowned venue that has been at the forefront of the city’s jazz scene since the early 90s. It offers an intimate setting where jazz aficionados can experience live performances by talented musicians. - Jazz alley: Located in seattle, washington, jazz alley is a top-notch venue that has hosted legendary jazz artists from around the world. With its cozy atmosphere and stellar acoustics, it’s the perfect place to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of jazz. - The green mill: This historic jazz club in chicago, illinois, has a storied past dating back to the prohibition era. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and world-class jazz acts, the green mill is a must-visit destination for jazz lovers visiting the windy city. These modern jazz festivals, specialized events, and local showcases are just a taste of the incredible range of opportunities available to explore and experience the magic of jazz. Whether you prefer the grandeur of international festivals, the intimacy of local venues, or the allure of jazz cruises, there is no shortage of ways to immerse yourself in the rhythms and melodies of modern jazz. So join the movement, let the music guide you, and discover the boundless beauty of modern jazz for yourself. Modern Jazz Education And Community Modern jazz is not just a genre of music, but a thriving community of musicians, educators, and enthusiasts. The education and community aspects of modern jazz are crucial in preserving and evolving this unique art form. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn jazz or an experienced jazz musician seeking a sense of belonging, there are various programs, online resources, and local communities to support your journey. Jazz Education Programs And Institutions - Jazz education programs play a vital role in nurturing young talent and providing a solid foundation in jazz theory, history, and performance. Here are some key features of these programs: - Comprehensive curriculum: Jazz education programs offer courses in improvisation, composition, music theory, ear training, and ensemble performance. - Renowned faculty: Many programs are led by experienced faculty members who are seasoned jazz musicians themselves, ensuring that students receive expert guidance and mentorship. - Performance opportunities: Students get the chance to showcase their skills through concerts, recitals, and collaborations with fellow musicians. - Workshops and masterclasses: Guest artists and renowned jazz musicians often visit these programs to conduct workshops and share their insights with students. Online Resources For Learning Jazz In today’s digital age, learning jazz has never been easier. Online platforms and resources provide accessible and comprehensive lessons for aspiring jazz musicians. Here are some notable features of online jazz learning: - Video tutorials: Online platforms offer a wide range of video lessons covering various aspects of jazz, such as improvisation techniques, jazz theory, and specific instrument mastery. - Interactive lessons: Some websites provide interactive exercises and quizzes to enhance understanding and retention of jazz concepts. - Community forums: Online jazz communities allow aspiring musicians to connect, share their progress, ask questions, and receive feedback from fellow learners and experts. - Online courses and certificates: For those seeking a more structured approach, online platforms offer jazz courses with certificates upon completion, providing recognition for your dedication and progress. Local Jazz Communities And Jam Sessions Connecting with local jazz communities is an excellent way to immerse yourself in the vibrant jazz scene and expand your musical network. Here’s what you can expect: - Jam sessions: Local jazz communities frequently hold jam sessions where musicians of all levels can gather, interact, and improvise together. These sessions offer valuable learning experiences and opportunities to collaborate with other musicians. - Live performances: Jazz clubs, festivals, and music venues often host live performances by local and touring jazz artists, allowing you to witness the artistry firsthand and gain inspiration. - Workshops and seminars: Many communities organize workshops and seminars conducted by renowned jazz musicians, providing invaluable insights and guidance on various aspects of jazz music. - Networking opportunities: Being an active participant in local jazz communities can open doors to collaborative projects, gigs, and collaborations with other musicians. Remember, jazz education and community go hand in hand, contributing to the growth and preservation of the genre. So, embrace the wealth of resources and opportunities available to you and immerse yourself in the dynamic world of modern jazz. Happy learning and jamming! The Influence Of Modern Jazz On Popular Culture Modern jazz music: the influence of modern jazz on popular culture Modern jazz has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on popular culture. Its influence can be seen and felt across various forms of artistic expression, including film and television soundtracks, fashion and visual art, as well as the incorporation of jazz elements in popular music. Let’s explore how modern jazz has shaped these areas and continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Modern Jazz In Film And Television Soundtracks - Modern jazz has been an integral part of many film and television soundtracks, adding depth and sophistication to the storytelling. Its distinct rhythms, improvisation, and unique harmonies breathe life into on-screen narratives. - Incorporating modern jazz in soundtracks enhances the emotional impact of scenes, creating a captivating ambiance that heightens the audience’s connection with the story. The infusion of jazz elements adds a layer of complexity and depth to the overall cinematic experience. Jazz-Inspired Fashion And Visual Art - The avant-garde nature of modern jazz has had a profound influence on the world of fashion and visual art. Jazz musicians exude a certain style and energy that resonates with artists and designers, inspiring them to create unique and unconventional pieces. - Jazz-inspired fashion often combines elements of elegance and rebellion, embracing the freedom of expression that is inherent in jazz music. From flowing silhouettes to bold patterns and colors, jazz-inspired fashion celebrates creativity and individuality. - The visual art world has also embraced the essence of modern jazz, with artists translating the spirit of jazz into their works. Abstract paintings, mixed media collages, and unconventional sculptures often capture the improvisational and dynamic nature of jazz music, inviting viewers to experience the same sense of freedom and spontaneity. Incorporation Of Jazz Elements In Popular Music - Modern jazz’s influence extends beyond its niche genre and infiltrates popular music across various styles and eras. Artists from different backgrounds have eagerly incorporated jazz elements into their work, resulting in impressive and groundbreaking compositions. - Jazz-infused popular music showcases the fusion of genres, blending the complexities of jazz with the accessibility of mainstream sounds. This integration has given birth to timeless songs that have become cultural touchstones, transcending generations and appealing to a wide audience. - From the soulful melodies of stevie wonder to the experimental explorations of radiohead, the incorporation of jazz elements in popular music creates a dynamic and captivating listening experience. It adds depth, unpredictability, and a touch of sophistication that sets these songs apart from the mainstream. Modern jazz continues to have a profound impact on popular culture, leaving its imprint on film and television soundtracks, fashion and visual art, as well as the world of popular music. Its influence spans across artistic disciplines, enriching our collective cultural landscape and captivating audiences with its timeless allure. Modern Jazz And Social Movements Jazz, as a genre of music, has always had a close relationship with social movements. From its early beginnings in african-american communities to its global influence today, modern jazz has served as a powerful tool for cultural expression and protest. It has played a significant role in civil rights movements and has become a symbol of diversity and inclusivity. Let’s delve deeper into these aspects: Jazz As A Tool For Cultural Expression And Protest - Jazz has provided artists with a platform for expressing their cultural identity and challenging societal norms. - Through improvisation and experimentation, jazz musicians have broken traditional boundaries, using music to convey emotions, experiences, and stories. - By incorporating elements of blues, gospel, and african rhythms, jazz has been able to capture the struggles and triumphs of marginalized communities. - Jazz has been a means of protest against racial and social injustices, shedding light on the inequality faced by african-americans throughout history. - It has been used as a form of resistance, amplifying the voices of those who have been silenced. The Role Of Modern Jazz In Civil Rights Movements - During the civil rights movement in the 1950s and 1960s, jazz played a crucial role in inspiring change and unity. - Jazz musicians like nina simone and max roach used their music to express the frustrations and hopes of the african-american community. - Songs like “mississippi goddam” and “we insist! Freedom now suite” became anthems for the movement, voicing the collective anger and demands for equality. - Jazz served as a platform for communication and solidarity, bringing people from different backgrounds together in the fight against discrimination. - It provided a soundtrack for protests and rallies, infusing the movement with energy and passion. Jazz As A Symbol Of Diversity And Inclusivity - One of the defining characteristics of modern jazz is its embrace of diversity and inclusivity. - Jazz has evolved into a global language, transcending borders and cultural barriers. - It has become a medium for collaboration between musicians from diverse backgrounds, fostering understanding and unity. - Jazz festivals and events around the world celebrate this diversity, bringing together musicians and audiences from various cultures and ethnicities. - The genre’s capacity to blend styles and traditions allows for the exploration of new possibilities and the creation of unique musical expressions. Modern jazz has had a profound impact on social movements, serving as a tool for cultural expression, protest, and change. It has provided marginalized communities with a voice, ignited conversations about equality, and symbolized diversity and inclusivity. The power of jazz lies not only in its captivating melodies but also in its ability to inspire, unite, and challenge the status quo. The Future Of Modern Jazz **the future of modern jazz** As the world moves forward, so does the world of jazz. The future of modern jazz holds many exciting possibilities, with new trends and innovations shaping the genre. Younger jazz musicians are making their mark, bringing fresh perspectives and influences into the mix. Despite the ever-changing landscape of the music industry, jazz continues to hold its relevance, captivating audiences with its unique blend of improvisation and expression. Trends And Innovations In Contemporary Jazz: - Fusion of genres: Contemporary jazz is no longer confined to traditional boundaries. Artists are experimenting with fusing jazz with various genres like hip-hop, electronic music, and even classical music, creating new and exciting sonic landscapes. - Incorporation of technology: Technology has opened up a whole new world of possibilities for jazz musicians. From using electronic instruments and effects to incorporating digital production techniques in their compositions, modern jazz musicians are embracing technology to push the boundaries of the genre. - Incorporation of global influences: Jazz has always been influenced by different cultures and musical traditions, and this trend continues in modern jazz. Musicians are incorporating global influences, such as latin american rhythms, african percussion, and indian classical music, to create a rich and diverse sound. The Influence Of Younger Jazz Musicians: - Fresh perspectives: Younger jazz musicians bring a fresh perspective to the genre, infusing it with their unique experiences and influences. They are not afraid to push boundaries and explore new sonic territories, injecting a sense of innovation and excitement into modern jazz. - Blurring of genres: Young jazz musicians often come from diverse musical backgrounds, which allows them to blur the lines between genres. They effortlessly combine elements of jazz, funk, soul, rock, and other genres, creating a fusion that appeals to a broader audience. - Embracing diversity: Younger jazz musicians are more inclusive, embracing diversity not only in their musical influences but also in their collaborations. They actively seek out musicians from different backgrounds and cultures, resulting in a more inclusive and globally influenced jazz community. Jazz’S Continued Relevance In The Music Industry: - Timeless appeal: Jazz has a timeless appeal that transcends generations. Its roots may lie in the past, but its ability to connect with listeners on an emotional level continues to make it relevant. The improvisational nature of jazz allows for unique and spontaneous performances that captivate audiences. - Influence on other genres: Jazz has been a source of inspiration for countless musicians in various genres. Its influence can be heard in modern pop, rock, and even hip-hop music. This cross-pollination allows jazz to maintain its relevance and influence in the ever-evolving music industry. - Resilience and adaptability: Jazz has weathered numerous changes and challenges throughout its history. Its resilience and adaptability have allowed it to thrive in an ever-changing music industry. Jazz musicians continue to innovate and find new ways to keep the genre alive and relevant. The future of modern jazz is bright and promising, with trends and innovations shaping the genre, younger musicians bringing fresh perspectives, and jazz’s continued relevance in the music industry. As technology advances and global influences continue to merge, jazz will undoubtedly continue to evolve, captivating audiences and inspiring musicians for generations to come. Frequently Asked Questions On Modern Jazz Music What Is Modern Jazz Music? Modern jazz music is a genre that blends traditional jazz elements with contemporary influences, such as rock, hip-hop, and electronic music. It is characterized by complex rhythms, improvisation, and a focus on individual expression. Modern jazz music is often experimental and pushes the boundaries of traditional jazz. Who Were The Pioneers Of Modern Jazz Music? Pioneers of modern jazz music include artists like miles davis, john coltrane, thelonious monk, and charlie parker. These musicians revolutionized jazz by introducing new techniques, harmonies, and improvisational styles. Their innovation and creativity laid the foundation for future generations of modern jazz musicians. How Does Modern Jazz Music Differ From Traditional Jazz? Modern jazz music differs from traditional jazz in several ways. While traditional jazz emphasized collective improvisation and a set structure, modern jazz focuses more on individual expression and incorporates influences from other genres. Modern jazz also utilizes more complex rhythms and harmonies, pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz conventions. What Are The Key Features Of Modern Jazz Music? Key features of modern jazz music include improvisation, complex rhythms, harmonic experimentation, and a fusion of different musical styles. Modern jazz musicians often use intricate arrangements and unconventional instruments to create unique and innovative sounds. The genre emphasizes personal expression and individuality. Is Modern Jazz Music Popular Today? While modern jazz may not have the mainstream popularity of other genres, it continues to have a dedicated following of enthusiasts. Modern jazz can be heard in jazz clubs, festivals, and on independent record labels. Its influence can also be seen in other genres, such as contemporary r&b, hip-hop, and electronic music. Modern jazz music is a rich and dynamic genre that continues to push boundaries and captivate audiences worldwide. Its fusion of different musical styles, improvisation, and distinct rhythms create a unique and ever-evolving sound that appeals to both traditional jazz enthusiasts and new listeners alike. From its origins in the early 20th century to its continued evolution today, jazz has consistently been a vehicle for artistic expression and cultural exchange. The contributions of influential jazz musicians, such as miles davis, john coltrane, and chick corea, have shaped the genre’s trajectory and inspired generations of musicians. Whether you’re a seasoned jazz aficionado or just beginning to explore the genre, modern jazz music offers a wealth of diverse and exciting music to discover. So, immerse yourself in the captivating world of jazz, and let its melodies, harmonies, and rhythms transport you to a place of creativity, emotion, and pure musical bliss.

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THE POWER OF A TAÍNO STORY Ancient Caribbean myths that Enticed the Spanish on to the American Mainland © 2023 by Michael Auld Prior to the time of Jesus the Christ Storytelling is one of the most powerful art forms of education, and the Caribbean’s Taíno people did it well. This is how they recorded their history. Today we have print, movies, the Internet, and other media to relay our stories. The Taíno used the areito, a performance-based set of historical poetic storytelling to record their myths and to recount their history, both on spiritual and temporal levels. This article is about the repercussions of Taíno storytelling on the Spanish actions in the Americas which had everlasting world impacts. |Above: Indigenous Map of the Caribbean Territories| By their actions, one thing Taíno knew about the strangers, was that 15th Century Spanish men were greedy for gold, women, and sexual rejuvenation. Subsequently, Spanish men died in the hundreds in search of Taíno myths in attempts to satisfy their lusts, based on stories which the Indigenous people revealed about their homelands in the “Bagua”, which we today call the Caribbean Sea. The exported Taíno myths began with note-taking by Father Ramón Pané, a Spanish cleric in Kisleya/Ayti Bohio, which the imperialist Spanish had the god-like gaul to rename “Hispaniola”. They thought that discovering human beings into existence was their “Christian right".The island’s very politically advanced Kiskeya/Ayti Bohio Taíno began to escalate attacks on Columbus’ men who had proven themselves liars, gold thieves, and sexual predators against the Taíno women and children. The first Taíno attack on the Spanish seamen, occurred just after Columbus first arrived on the northern shore of the Caribbean’s second largest island of Kiskeya/Ayti Bohio. One of the Admiral’s seaworm-eaten ships sank, and the men on it and all its goods were rescued by kacike (leader} Guacanagari’s local Taíno, whom the Spanish marveled at their honesty. “Not a thimble was stolen,” Columbus had said. However, the Spanish acted disgracefully towards their Taíno hosts by later demanding more Taíno women and gold, to satisfy their unquenchable lusts. After Columbus had left his stranded men behind at a hastily built fort of La Navidad (i.e. “Christmas") to go to Spain for a return to the island with 17 invading ships, his unruly men were killed by Caonabo, the nearby kacike in a scorched earth attack on La Navidad. Included in the Taíno attack was the first recorded use of fiery pepper bombs, which blinded and disoriented the enemy. Today, the military call this weapon, a crowd-controlling chili or pepper grenade. The Taíno were disgusted at the Spanish depravity in their demands for more and more women and gold. Although La Navidad was located in Kacike Guacanagari’s domain, Caonabo, a Lucyan-born (Bahamian) leader, and the neighboring kacike, had made the attack against La Navidad. Caonabo was married to the famous Anaconda, who after Caonabo’s abduction by Columbus, and his death at sea on the way to Spain, had returned to her brother, Behichio’s domain in Xaragua (in today’s Haiti), where she became its kackie after Behechio’s death. Unfortunately, the beautiful, areito master, Anacaona, was martyred by being hanged. (See etching below). Governor Nicolas de Ovando had replaced the "incompetent" Christopher Columbus, and devised this method of killing Indigenous leaders in order to take over Taíno territory. The Spanish on the Mainland Central and South America, later used this technique to defeat empires by murdering their leaders, such as Mexica (or Aztec) Emperor Moctezuma II, and the Inca empire’s Emperor Atahualpa. The Spanish ally in the destruction which weakened the Amerindian civilizations, was an introduced a type of unexpected "germ warfare", namely the rapid spread of European diseases such as smallpox, and later typhus from imported rats (later by British ships on the East Coast of North America), which, in total, killed over 100 million Amerindians in the Americas. Enslavement and outright murder further decimated Amerindian populations. European plagues were similar to today’s COVID. The Venezuelan pearl trade, additionally killed many Lucayan conch divers, who were used off Margarita Island of Venezuela to dive relentlessly for pearls. The largest pearl in the world , called “The Orphan” since it was found out of its shell by a Lucayan Taíno conch diver, turned pearl diver. Actor, Richard Burton acquired The Orphan and gave it to Elizabeth Taylor. |Above: "The Orphan" & Hollywood actress, Elizabeth Taylor.| Taíno Realization: The Barbaric Spanish When the disappointed Taíno began attacking the Spanish intruders more frequently, Governor Christopher Columbus sent Father Pané, (who had learned some of the Taíno languages), to live among them to learn more about the “Indios”. From Pané’s writing, we know the following stories. Above: The author’s life-sized wood/mixed media sculpture, and illustrations of Guahayona in his canoa/canoe. Above: A silk screenprint by the author, of Guahayona leaves the women on Matinino (Meaning "No Fathers")--18" X 24" Above: Sister print of Guahayona as he leaves the women on Matinino and goes to its twin Island of Gold, "Guanin". To the Taíno, the glittering feathers of the colibre (hummingbird) represented gold.. -- 18" X 24" The above images are 18 x 24 inch prints on hand-made paper and are of the Island of Women, and the Island of Gold. The female images are from Borikén (Puerto Rico) and are Taíno images from an ancient ball-court stela of Atabey, the Goddess of Childbirth & fresh waters (She is the virgin mother of Yucahù, God of the yuca/cassava and the Bagua (the Caribbean Sea). |Above: The author’s mixed media sculptures made from wood, stone, inlaid shell, vines, and goldleaf, (7’ tall).| Guahayona, who was fascinated by cobos (pink conch shell pearls) then went off to explore other islands after leaving Guanin. Early Taino impressions of the arriving Spanish The Kasike, Hatuey, Cuban Hero Above: Detail of Hatuey For Him they have killed our parents, brothers, all our people and our neighbors, and deprive us of all our possessions,” he said. Hatuey, the legendary hero later martyred in Cuba, was the kacike of the province of Guahaba (Gonave), the small island located next to Ayti Bohío or Haiti. The first recorded meeting between indigenous Americans and Europeans was, however, more amicable. The Caribbean’s “Good” or “Noble” people and Spanish sailors under the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus met on the Bahamian island of Guanahani . The Taíno Encounter occurred on Friday, October 11, 1492. The above speech by Hatuey reflected how relationships had deteriorated between the Taínos and the Conquistadors by 1503. The speech, was reported by the priest Bartholomew de Las Casas, known as the “Defender of the Indians”, whose father had come to the Caribbean with Christopher Columbus on the Second Voyage of 1493. Las Casas was a repentant slaver of the Indios. Before his capture in Cuba, Hatuey had expressed the sentiment held by the indigenous Caribbean people who had observed Spanish insatiable search for guanín or gold. |Above: Three views of the author's version of Anacaona, -- Carved cherrywood, vines, macaw feathers, cotton, & conch shell. --3' 2" tall X18" wide X 4' 4" deep.| The misinterpretation of Taíno myths began with Christopher Columbus in his 1492 expedition to the Caribbean. Thereafter, the exaggerations of the stories about free gold and women took on lives of their own. He classified the Taínos as Indios and mistook these indigenous Caribbean people as Indu Island inhabitants off the Indian subcontinent. Columbus had obviously not arrived in India but in the northern territory of the Taíno civilization whose highest estimated population was six million relatively peace-loving people. They lived in a veritable paradise. Columbus marveled at their spectacular health and Ponce de Leon, by his actions, believed that they must have drunk from the fabled Fountain of Eternal Youth. Before the birth of Christ, some ancestors of the Taínos were members of an Arawakan speaking society of river-going farmers who had left the Orinoco River Basin in South America. They brought with them many mainland myths, technologies, plants, and animals. They traveled over the unpredictable Caribbean Sea to become successful seafaring navigators. These Taíno ancestors intermarried with the earlier island inhabitants who had populated the Caribbean territory during the previous 4,000 years. Upon the first day of their arrival in the Caribbean, Columbus and his men’s eyes immediately fell upon gold ornaments worn by some Lucayan (Bahamian) Taínos. He lost no time in inquiring about the source of their guanin (14k gold/copper/silver alloy). The Taínos pointed in another direction away from their island and Columbus recorded words from a Taíno epic story that seemed to speak of another very large island of women warriors and gold. The Spanish spent the next 28 years mainly on Caribbean islands. They made their first serious occupation of the continental Americas in 1521 after the 1519 invasion by Hernan Cortéz of the Mexica (Me-shee-ka, or Aztec) of Tenochtitlan (Mexico). During those first 28 years all concrete knowledge (and myths) about Native Americans came from Caribbean ventures. The information came especially from the Taíno and "Island Carib" or Kalinago cultures. In the Caribbean, the Spanish learned of an ancient cautionary story about the Taíno hero Guahayona (“Our Pride”) and his travels to the islands of Matinino (“No Fathers”), and Guanin (“Gold”). In his letter of March 1493 to the monarchs of Spain, Christopher Columbus wrote of a Taíno island of women which he called Mateunin (a version of the Taíno word Matinino). Matinino lay in the direction of the eastern Caribbean Island that was later named Martinique. On Mateunin "the women acted like men" and were armed with “bows and darts” and “they protect themselves with sheets of copper, of which there is great abundance among them”. Columbus was also told of an island, which he described as larger than Hispaniola “which abounds in gold above all the others.” As early as 1492, the lust for Amerindian gold and women had enhanced the mystique of the Caribbean. To satisfy his backers who had become increasingly disappointed with the scant quantities of gold found in the Caribbean, Columbus “decided to fill the ships of Antonio de Torres with Indians (Taínos) to be taken back to Spain and sold as slaves.” This turn to force against the Taínos backfired when the first seemingly docile people began sporadic rebellions and attacks on the Spanish forts of Hispaniola. The Taínos had been angered by the cruelty of the Spanish in exchange for their civilized welcome. That same year (1495) Columbus had decided that he should know more about the “Indios” and in early April he had enlisted the help of a priest, Fray Ramon Pané . He directed Pané to live with the Taínos to learn more about them and their strategies since the friar had come to understand one of the Caribbean languages. Pané had come on Columbus’ second voyage and like his fellow clerics, was suspiciously tolerated by the Taínos. He was a skeptic who stayed at kacike (chief) Guarionex's yucayeke (village) in Magua where he recorded the following more detailed portion of the Taíno myth. He [Guahayona] said to the women, “Leave behind your husbands and let us go to other lands and carry off much gueyo [a green chewing tobacco mixed with salty ashes]. Leave your children and let us take only the herb with us and later we shall return for them.” Guahayona, OUR PRIDE, left with all the women and went searching for He came to Matinino, NO FATHERS, where he soon left the women behind, and he went off to another region called Guanin. According to Stevens-Arroyo, Taíno stories employed symbolic thought and were often too subtle for the “literal-minded invaders and the naïveté of the Spanish fueled Old World myths.” When the Spanish heard a Taíno story or local explanation, they assumed that the tale was proof of a European occurrence which had somehow taken place in the Americas. For example, the Taíno’s mythical island of No Fathers or Matinino was proof that the Caribbean was the abode of the Greek Amazons. This Taíno theme about unattached women plus gold played an important role in some notable Spanish expeditions into the Americas. If the sequence of Guahayona's travels to Matinino and Guanin was correct, once Amazons were sighted gold was not far behind. La CaliforniaHow did myths impact on encouraging early Spanish expeditions to the Americas? The name of the Spanish Pacific coastal territory that became part of the United States in 1850 was derived from a mythological Spanish story. The colorful legend was about an island called “La California” by Garci Rodriguez de Montalvo (1440-1505). The island was described in his Spanish novel as having steep cliffs guarded by griffins, whose human inhabitants were black women warriors and the only metal found there was gold. Above: A 1937 depiction of Queen Calafia in a part of a mural by Lucile Lloyd, on the California Capitol. Hernán Cortéz, the ill reputed “conqueror of the Aztecs” who called themselves “Mexica” (Mé-she-ka), is credited with the naming of the territory now called California. It is said that after the conquest of the Aztecs, he later saw the California Mountains from Baja California. Upon seeing the mountains, he called them the “Island of the Calafa” (or the “Island of Queen Calafia”). To him, the distant mountain appeared to be like the mythical island from the most successful printed romantic novel of 16th century Spain. The story about the mythical island of La California was in Las Sergas de Esplandian (the “Adventures of Esplandian”) that was a sequel to Amadis de Gaula. Some sixteenth century Spanish explorers were often romantics who renamed places with terms from European fables. The 1510 published tale of Espalandian’s adventures had elements of the ancient Taíno story of Guahayona’s travels. (These details were possibly copied from data described by Columbus, or the Pané manuscript). The Adventures of Esplandian Above: Cover of the Garci Rodriguez de Montalvo's republished(?) 1510 novel of Esplandian, in which La California is described. The Adventures of Esplandian states: “Know that on the right hand of the Indies there is an island called California very close to the side of the Terrestrial Paradise; and it is peopled by black women, without any man among them, for they live in the manner of Amazons. They were of strong and hardy bodies of ancient courage, and great force. Their island was the strongest in the world, with its steep cliffs and rock shores. Their arms were of gold, and so was the harness of the wild beasts they tamed to ride, for in the whole island there was no metal but gold.” The story of La California included griffins that would tear apart men who ventured on Calafia’s Island of black Amazons. Griffins were mythical Greek beasts that had the head of an eagle and the body of a lion. The Greeks believed that griffins were guardians of gold and laid their eggs in nests lined with that precious metal. Additionally, in the story La California was to be found “on the right hand of the Indies”, possibly the location of Matinino (or Martinique) or near the American mainland. The Spanish associated the Caribbean with Atlantis while the Adventures of Esplandian took the hero close to the “Terrestrial Paradise”, a discription of the Caribbean by clerics. Similarly, unable to justify the theological existence of the Americas, some of Columbus’ contemporaries believed that the Caribbean’s nude indigenous people and its earthly beauty were evidence of the Biblical Paradise. Also, according to the logic of that time, gold was the color of the sun and territories closest to the sun (the tropics) had more abundance of that metal. Ironically, despite the myth about the island of La California, the California Gold Rush of 1848-1849 did prove that there was gold in those mountains. In 1524, Hernán Cortéz was also responsible for sending an alluring myth about California to Emperor Charles V of Spain. The myth originated from a report in Colima by Gonzalo de Sandoval who sent it to Mexico where Hernán Cortéz resided. The report carried to the emperor was that California was indeed an island “rich with pearls and gold and inhabited by women only.” It is not surprising that Cortéz thought of California as an island since the first 12 years of his life in the Americas were spent on the Caribbean islands of Hispaniola and Cuba. Why did Cortéz romantically attach the California myth to these mainland mountains? Hernán Cortéz was just a lad of around eight years old when Columbus first landed in the Caribbean. His vision of the Americas (the Indies) was based on the fantastic stories, people and goods brought back yearly from the Caribbean to Spain. By 1498 when Cortez was about 14, Fray Ramon Pané had completed his report on Taíno myths and customs in Hispaniola as mandated by Christopher Columbus. In 1506 at age 22, Cortez arrived in Hispaniola (Kiskeya/Ayti Bohio) which was the center of operations for the expanding Spanish American empire. Cortéz was described as a member of the “Generation 1500, many of whom strongly believed the Americas were indeed the islands of their fantasies.” How did Hernán Cortéz come to read a novel which included a mythical island called “La California”? By 1500 there were about 10 million books in Europe with editions on many subjects. This printing revolution, initiated in 1448 by Johann Gutenberg and his financial partner Joann Fust, gave rise to the popularization of the romance novel. Many Europeans, some who became conquistadors, read the works of Spanish writer Garcia Ordonez de Montalvo who wrote the novel Las Sergas de Espaladian. In addition to reading Mobtalvo, some Europeans were well acquainted with the "works by Sir John Mandeville about men with two heads, Amazons, and the Fountain of Eternal Youth which would revive the fading sexual powers of elderly men, and which even rational people would expect to find in the Americas beyond the next cape." Other Searches Influenced by the Taíno Origin Myth: From El Dorado to the Fountain of Youth Both the search for El Dorado and the European naming of the Amazon River were influenced by the Taíno myth of an island of women (Matinino) and an island of solid gold (Guanin). El Dorado means “gilded man” and is a South American inspired story about an alleged ruler who was so rich that he covered his body with gold dust each day and washed it off each evening in a lake. During the 16th century El Dorado was believed to have originated among the Chibcha of Bogota, Columbia, in South America. Their chief was reputed to have carried out the above-mentioned practice in sacred Lake Guatavita. This sacred ceremony, thought to be associated with the sun, only happened when a new leader was installed. Above: The author’s illustration of a mythical El Dorado, the City of Gold El Dorado was a mythical South American location (in Columbia) whose story drove the Spanish explorers on frenetic searches for the place ruled by an Indian (Indio) man reputed to be gilded in gold dust. The Amazon River was named during a search for El Dorado. Las Siete Ciudades Doradas de Cibola, or the Seven Golden Cities of Cibola was based on a combination of an Iberian myth and an embellished Mexican story which cost the enslaved African Moor, Esteban, (Little Stephen) and many Zuni people their lives. Juan Ponce de Leon left Boriken (Puerto Rico) on an expedition to Bimini upon hearing a Taíno myth about rejuvenation which seemed plausible to him. He was mortally wounded in La Florida during his second search for the Fountain of Eternal Youth. These tantalizing 16th century myths and the resulting Spanish quests for gold and women were either based on or coupled with Taíno stories which originated in the Caribbean Islands eons before 1492. Seven Golden Cities of Cibola (Las Siete Ciudades de Cibola) was a 1530 Myth embellished with the Taíno Origin Story. It was a myth that caused the Conquistadors to traverse the American continents from Peru to Nebraska in a frenzied search for gold. According to Dr. Adrian Bustamante, the encounter of both the gold rich Aztec empire by Hernán Cortéz and the plunder of the wealthy Inca metropolis by Francisco Pizarro proved that cities of gold did exist in the Americas. The origin of the story of the Seven Cities had two sources, one in Europe and the other in Mexico. This story also overlapped with the Taíno myth of Matinino and Guanin. The first segment of the tale began with a European legend. Antonio Stevens-Arroyo stated that the legend started with “seven refugee Portuguese bishops who had fled [along with their congregations] with golden church ornaments from the Iberian Peninsula in previous centuries in order to escape the coming of the Moors.” By the 16th century the story of the seven bishops became the Las Siete Ciudades de Cibola or the “The Seven Cities of Gold”. The Mexican based part of the tale of the Seven Cities of Cibola came from an enslaved Mexican Indian, called Tejo by the Spaniards. In 1530 Nuno de Guzman, President of New Spain (Mexico), owned Tejo, by whom he was told the story of the northern location of a place where his father, a trader, had brought back “a large amount of gold and silver. ” Tejo, when he was young, had accompanied his father once or twice on trips to the location where “he had seen seven very large towns (which he compared to Mexico and its environs) which had streets of silver workers.” Nuno de Guzman mounted an unsuccessful expedition with “nearly 400 Spaniards and 20,000 friendly Indians of New Spain” (or Mexico) to find the Seven Cities. Instead of being able to locate the Seven Cities, Guzman established the town of Culiacan. After Guzman's return from the expedition Tejo died without revealing the precise location of the Seven Cities. In 1536 Cabeza de Vaca, three other Spaniards and Esteban (Stephen), or Estavanico (Little Steven),, an enslaved African Moor, arrived in Culiacan, Mexico after an ill fated 1527-28 Narvaez expedition to Florida. They were the sole survivors of the Narvaez expedition. They gave an “extended account of some powerful villages, four and five stories high, of which they had heard a great deal in countries they had crossed.” This account of their overland survival trek from Florida to Mexico seemed to corroborate the earlier story of the Seven Cities. Esteban (who was able to diplomatically pave the way with the Indians) was then sent with Friar Marcos de Niza and two other friars, on the search for the Seven Cities. Esteban, with an escort of 60 Indians, arduously forged north ahead of the friars into the territory of the Zuni people of New Mexico. His entourage also included “many pretty women and turquoise” that some local Indians had given him. There Esteban met his death at the Zuni pueblo of Hawikuh after demanding more women and turquoise from his new hosts. The rattle that he wore, on which an owl was depicted, may have contributed to his death. An owl may have been construed as a harbinger of death. Not having even entered the Zuni pueblo, and fearing for their own lives, Marcos de Niza and the other two friars hastily retreated to Culiacan where they painted vivid accounts of “treasures”. It is from these friars' accounts that a more embellished version of the Seven Golden Cities of Cibola was given. The new version of the Seven Cities included segments of earlier myths “about the South Sea and islands [Taíno?] and other riches”. News of the Seven Cities quickly spread, even from the pulpit, and an armed force of conquest was brought together. The 27 year old Francisco Vasquez de Coronado was sent out by his friend the viceroy of New Spain (Mexico) to find Cibola. The large, highly financed expedition cost millions of dollars. Coronado’s expedition was attacked at Hawikuh in 1540. Many Zuni were killed; however, the Spanish found no treasures. The AmazonPrimed with the Taíno reference to an Island of Women called Matinino the Spanish explorers in the Americas literally searched for these Amazons and actually found them. Beginning his journey in February of 1541, Francisco de Orellana, the first non-Amerindian to accidentally traverse the second longest river in the world, thought that he had found Amazons. Orellana named this South American river for the women warriors who attacked his desperate party of hungry survivors. Orellana, who had arrived in the Caribbean in 1527, joined the Gonzalo Pizarro expedition to find precious metals and the “Land of Cinnamon”. Orellana was sent on the adventure from Peru by Francisco Pizarro, the “Conqueror of the Inca”. His job was to secure the services of 23 men and horses. The expedition started with 4000 Amerindians and over 200 Spaniards. While trying to scale mountains the expedition floundered when 3000 Amerindians and 140 of the Spanish died or deserted the venture. Being shot at with arrows by Amerindian women was not an unusual occurrence for the conquistadors. The first of many recorded events of this kind happened off the coast of St Croix in the Virgin Islands on Columbus’ 2nd voyage of 1493. (See above). Three accounts stated that an arrow was shot by a Carib (actually, a Kalinago) woman with such force and dexterity that it penetrated a Spanish wooden shield, embedding itself three inches into the chest of the attacking seaman. He, of course, died a few days later from the arrow’s curare poison. Orellana, upon his return to Spain, told exaggerated stories at court about the Amazon adventure. He obtained financing for a return trip of exploration of the Amazon River where he was attacked. Poison arrows killed seventeen of his men. In November of 1546 he either died of illness and a broken heart or drowned when his boat capsized. His wife remarried and moved off to live in Panama. Another Taíno Myth Above: (L) A 1546 painting by Lucas Crannich the Elder of The Eternal Fountain of Youth whose story has been around for thousands of years. Above A 19th Century German artist’s painting of Ponce de Leon and the Florida fountain.— Wikipedia. Juan Ponce de Leon believed a story about a Taíno “island” called Bimini. Bimini was the Taíno name for their territory on North America's Florida peninsula. There, he thought, old men would be turned sexually young again by drinking the waters of a spring. Ponce de Leon believed that the Bahamas was the location of Sir John Mandeville's published tale of the fabled Fountain of Eternal Youth. He first set off from Boriken (Puerto Rico) on a private expedition to search for a mythical Taíno site which seemed to confirm the existence of the European's fabled source of a 15th century form of Viagra. The Ponce de Leon expedition traveled on to the nearby peninsula, which he thought was also a Bahama Island, and named it La Florida.This was because his expedition arrived on the mainland during the week of Easter or Pascua florida (season of flowers). According to Dr. Jose Barreiro, author of The Indian Chronicles, the American location of the Fountain of Youth was another Spanish misinterpretation of a complicated Taíno reference. The Taíno connotation in their myth about "Life of the Spring Waters" alluded to the rejuvenation of their expanding civilization which was moving further north island by island into Bimini (Florida). In 1521 Ponce de Leon again sailed for La Florida where he tried to set up a Spanish colony between today's Fort Myers and Tampa. During a skirmish with the indigenous Calusa, whom the Spanish disrespected, he was mortally shot with an arrow. Taken back to Cuba he died there of his wounds. Taino ContributionsDuring the second half of the 2nd Millennium AD, Europe, Africa, and Asia benefited from both Caribbean myths and products. In addition to pearls (the largest, named “The Orphan” (above), and gold, Caribbean medicines, woods, plants, and technologies became an integral part of Old World cultures and cuisines. For example, the Szechuan province of China adopted the Taíno aji or “chili” peppers. The same can be said about Hungarian “paprika”. Tropical Africa and Asian subsistence were enhanced by the Taíno yuca or cassava. Taíno maisi from which the word maize is derived continue to fatten European cattle. The Taíno and Island Carib cultures were conduits for faunal products, some of which originated in Central and South America. In Europe the existence of the Taíno and their myths spawned fanciful stories of a “new” world and began debates about the “Noble Savage.” William Shakespeare, Robert Lewis Stevenson, Daniel Defoe, and other writers based some of their works on the Taíno and Island Carib mystique. Today the descendants of these island cultures live in the Caribbean, North American and European cities as Puerto Ricans, Cubans, Dominicans, Haitians, Jamaicans, Cubans, and Virgin Islanders. If one is of Kalinago (a.k.a. Carib) it would be from Dominica, Martinique, and other islands of the Eastern Caribbean. Interestingly, only the Kalinago of Dominica has an inbroken line of chiefs and a reservation called “The Carib Reserve”, where chiefs and a council are elected every four years. The Contemporary Taíno Impact |Above: A Key to the above Taino Creation Story composition.| The Taíno name for Cuba was Cubanakan. Although called Arawaks in the English speaking Caribbean the people who met Columbus in 1492 called themselves Taíno. Taíno means the Good or Noble People. Guanahani means “Island of the Iguana”. Guanin was 14k gold alloy and like a silver nose ring seen in Cuba was probably imported by the Taínos from mainland South or Central America. Caona was the name for pure gold. --The Early Spanish Main, Carl Orwin Sauer, p. 24. When the Spanish finally captured Hatuey they tied him to a stake. Before they executed him, a priest asked Hatuey if he wanted to convert to Christianity so that he may go to Heaven. “Are there Christians in Heaven?” Hatuey asked. “Yes” the priest said. “Then I don’t want to go there”, Hatuey said. So, they burned him. Hatuey is a folk hero in Cuba. Sauer, p. 51 Anacaona had done the same with the previous governor Bartholomew Columbus when she had presented him with a gift of fourteen elaborately carved dujos (ceremonial stools) of highly polished black hardwood. The dujos, sent back to Spain were highly praised there by Peter Martyr. The “thrones” were from her warehouse stocked with dishes, basins, bowls, and other containers, and were the prized product of Taíno workshops on Guahaba (Gonave). The Taíno believed that Guahayona was the first shaman who also introduced the sacred cojiba (tobacco, Nicotania tabacum). Caribal(es) is the source of the word “cannibal”. As is true today, “black” is a loose term that could also mean “not white”, as in England where Indians and Chinese are loosely lumped in the same color category as Africans and West Indians. (See: Califia on Wikipedia’s website http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen_Califa Paewonsky, Michael. Conquest of Eden 1493-1515, p.22-23. Columbus thought that Martinique was the fabled island of Mateunin. Etimología de California, http://etimologias.dechile.net/?California Chronology of California History, http://www.walika.com/sr/cal-c0000hron.htm, p. 1. Pane, Fray Ramon. translated by Griswold, Susan C. Account of the Antiquities of the Indians, Grabbe, J.Orlin. Internet and the Death of News Monopoly, p. 1 Castaneda, Pedro de, of Najara. The Journey of Coronado, p.1 http://www.pbs.org/weta/thewest/wpages/wpgs610/corona2.htm Ibid. p.2 Ibid., p.3 The pulpit would have been a likely place for the spread of this myth since the gold, from the original Iberian story of the fleeing bishops, belonged to the church. In 1492, cinnamon was a prized spice that the Spanish imported from the East Indies. This Turkish embargoed East Indian spice was one of the items that sparked Columbus’ search for a sea route to the Indies. Gonzalo Pizarro and Orellana mistakenly thought that cinnamon could be found in the Americas. Orellana and the Amazons, Athena Review, p. 2, http:www.athenapub./orellan1.htm Michael Paiewonsky, Conquest of Eden, p. 42-51

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- Differentiate between the social actor, the motivated agent, and the autobiographical author - Identify the core differences between individualistic cultures and collectivist cultures - Differentiate between upward and downward social comparison and the impact each has on our self-esteem - Define the Frog Pond Effect and the Dunning-Kruger effect The ancient Greeks seemed to realize that the self is inherently —it reflects back on itself. In the disarmingly simple idea made famous by the great psychologist William James (1892/1963), the self is what happens when “I” reflects back upon “Me.” The self is both the I and the Me—it is the knower, and it is what the knower knows when the knower reflects upon itself. When you look back at yourself, what do you see? When you look inside, what do you find? Moreover, when you try to change your self in some way, what is it that you are trying to change? The philosopher Charles Taylor (1989) describes the self as a reflexive project. In modern life, Taylor agues, we often try to manage, discipline, refine, improve, or develop the self. We work on our selves, as we might work on any other interesting project. But what exactly is it that we work on?Imagine for a moment that you have decided to improve yourself. You might, say, go on a diet to improve your appearance. Or you might decide to be nicer to your mother, in order to improve that important social role. Or maybe the problem is at work—you need to find a better job or go back to school to prepare for a different career. Perhaps you just need to work harder. Or get organized. Or recommit yourself to religion. Or maybe the key is to begin thinking about your whole life story in a completely different way, in a way that you hope will bring you more happiness, fulfillment, peace, or excitement.Although there are many different ways you might reflect upon and try to improve the self, it turns out that many, if not most, of them fall roughly into three broad psychological categories (McAdams & Cox, 2010). The I may encounter the Me as (a) a social actor, (b) a motivated agent, or (c) an autobiographical author. The Social Actor For human beings, the sense of the self as a social actor begins to emerge around the age of 18 months. Numerous studies have shown that by the time they reach their second birthday most toddlers recognize themselves in mirrors and other reflecting devices (Lewis & Brooks-Gunn, 1979; Rochat, 2003). What they see is an embodied actor who moves through space and time. Many children begin to use words such as “me” and “mine” in the second year of life, suggesting that the I now has linguistic labels that can be applied reflexively to itself: I call myself “me.” Around the same time, children also begin to express social emotions such as embarrassment, shame, guilt, and pride (Tangney, Stuewig, & Mashek, 2007). These emotions tell the social actor how well he or she is performing in the group. When I do things that win the approval of others, I feel proud of myself. When I fail in the presence of others, I may feel embarrassment or shame. When I violate a social rule, I may experience guilt, which may motivate me to make amends. Many of the classic psychological theories of human selfhood point to the second year of life as a key developmental period. For example, Freud (1923/1961) and his followers in the psychoanalytic tradition traced the emergence of an autonomous back to the second year. Freud used the term “ego” (in German das Ich, which also translates into “the I”) to refer to an executive self in the personality. Erikson (1963) argued that experiences of trust and interpersonal attachment in the first year of life help to consolidate the autonomy of the ego in the second. Coming from a more sociological perspective, Mead (1934) suggested that the I comes to know the Me through reflection, which may begin quite literally with mirrors but later involves the reflected appraisals of others. I come to know who I am as a social actor, Mead argued, by noting how other people in my social world react to my performances. In the development of the self as a social actor, other people function like mirrors—they reflect who I am back to me. Research has shown that when young children begin to make attributions about themselves, they start simple (Harter, 2006). At age 4, Jessica knows that she has dark hair, knows that she lives in a white house, and describes herself to others in terms of simple behavioral traits. She may say that she is “nice,” or “helpful,” or that she is “a good girl most of the time.” By the time, she hits fifth grade (age 10), Jessica sees herself in more complex ways, attributing traits to the self such as “honest,” “moody,” “outgoing,” “shy,” “hard-working,” “smart,” “good at math but not gym class,” or “nice except when I am around my annoying brother.” By late childhood and early adolescence, the personality traits that people attribute to themselves, as well as those attributed to them by others, tend to correlate with each other in ways that conform to a well-established taxonomy of five broad trait domains, repeatedly derived in studies of adult personality and often called the : (1) extraversion, (2) neuroticism, (3) agreeableness, (4) conscientiousness, and (5) openness to experience (Roberts, Wood, & Caspi, 2008). By late childhood, moreover, self-conceptions will likely also include important social roles: “I am a good student,” “I am the oldest daughter,” or “I am a good friend to Sarah.” Traits and roles, and variations on these notions, are the main currency of the (McAdams & Cox, 2010). Trait terms capture perceived consistencies in social performance. They convey what I reflexively perceive to be my overall acting style, based in part on how I think others see me as an actor in many different social situations. Roles capture the quality, as I perceive it, of important structured relationships in my life. Taken together, traits and roles make up the main features of my , as I apprehend it in my own mind (Hogan, 1982). If you have ever tried hard to change yourself, you may have taken aim at your social reputation, targeting your central traits or your social roles. Maybe you woke up one day and decided that you must become a more optimistic and emotionally upbeat person. Taking into consideration the reflected appraisals of others, you realized that even your friends seem to avoid you because you bring them down. In addition, it feels bad to feel so bad all the time: Wouldn’t it be better to feel good, to have more energy and hope? In the language of traits, you have decided to “work on” your “neuroticism.” Or maybe instead, your problem is the trait of “conscientiousness”: You are undisciplined and don’t work hard enough, so you resolve to make changes in that area. Self-improvement efforts such as these—aimed at changing one’s traits to become a more effective social actor—are sometimes successful, but they are very hard—kind of like dieting. Research suggests that broad traits tend to be stubborn, resistant to change, even with the aid of psychotherapy. However, people often have more success working directly on their social roles. To become a more effective social actor, you may want to take aim at the important roles you play in life. What can I do to become a better son or daughter? How can I find new and meaningful roles to perform at work, or in my family, or among my friends, or in my church and community? By doing concrete things that enrich your performances in important social roles, you may begin to see yourself in a new light, and others will notice the change, too. Social actors hold the potential to transform their performances across the human life course. Each time you walk out on stage, you have a chance to start anew. The Motivated Agent Whether we are talking literally about the theatrical stage or more figuratively, as I do in this module, about the everyday social environment for human behavior, observers can never fully know what is in the actor’s head, no matter how closely they watch. We can see actors act, but we cannot know for sure what they want or what they value, unless they tell us straightaway. As a social actor, a person may come across as friendly and compassionate, or cynical and mean-spirited, but in neither case can we infer their motivations from their traits or their roles. What does the friendly person want? What is the cynical father trying to achieve? Many broad psychological theories of the self prioritize the motivational qualities of human behavior—the inner needs, wants, desires, goals, values, plans, programs, fears, and aversions that seem to give behavior its direction and purpose (Bandura, 1989; Deci & Ryan, 1991; Markus & Nurius, 1986). These kinds of theories explicitly conceive of the self as a motivated agent. To be an agent is to act with direction and purpose, to move forward into the future in pursuit of self-chosen and valued goals. In a sense, human beings are agents even as infants, for babies can surely act in goal-directed ways. By age 1 year, moreover, infants show a strong preference for observing and imitating the goal-directed, intentional behavior of others, rather than random behaviors (Woodward, 2009). Still, it is one thing to act in goal-directed ways; it is quite another for the I to know itself (the Me) as an intentional and purposeful force who moves forward in life in pursuit of self-chosen goals, values, and other desired end states. In order to do so, the person must first realize that people indeed have desires and goals in their minds and that these inner desires and goals motivate (initiate, energize, put into motion) their behavior. According to a strong line of research in developmental psychology, attaining this kind of understanding means acquiring a (Wellman, 1993), which occurs for most children by the age of 4. Once a child understands that other people’s behavior is often motivated by inner desires and goals, it is a small step to apprehend the self in similar terms. Building on theory of mind and other cognitive and social developments, children begin to construct the self as a motivated agent in the elementary school years, layered over their still-developing sense of themselves as social actors. Theory and research on what developmental psychologists call converge to suggest that children become more planful, intentional, and systematic in their pursuit of valued goals during this time (Sameroff & Haith, 1996). Schooling reinforces the shift in that teachers and curricula place increasing demands on students to work hard, adhere to schedules, focus on goals, and achieve success in particular, well-defined task domains. Their relative success in achieving their most cherished goals, furthermore, goes a long way in determining children’s (Robins, Tracy, & Trzesniewski, 2008). Motivated agents feel good about themselves to the extent they believe that they are making good progress in achieving their goals and advancing their most important values. Goals and values become even more important for the self in adolescence, as teenagers begin to confront what Erikson (1963) famously termed the developmental challenge of . For adolescents and young adults, establishing a psychologically efficacious identity involves exploring different options with respect to life goals, values, vocations, and intimate relationships and eventually committing to a motivational and ideological agenda for adult life—an integrated and realistic sense of what I want and value in life and how I plan to achieve it (Kroger & Marcia, 2011). Committing oneself to an integrated suite of life goals and values is perhaps the greatest achievement for the . Establishing an adult identity has implications, as well, for how a person moves through life as a social actor, entailing new role commitments and, perhaps, a changing understanding of one’s basic dispositional traits. According to Erikson, however, identity achievement is always provisional, for adults continue to work on their identities as they move into midlife and beyond, often relinquishing old goals in favor of new ones, investing themselves in new projects and making new plans, exploring new relationships, and shifting their priorities in response to changing life circumstances (Freund & Riediger, 2006; Josselson, 1996). There is a sense whereby any time you try to change yourself, you are assuming the role of a motivated agent. After all, to strive to change something is inherently what an agent does. However, what particular feature of selfhood you try to change may correspond to your self as actor, agent, or author, or some combination. When you try to change your traits or roles, you take aim at the social actor. By contrast, when you try to change your values or life goals, you are focusing on yourself as a motivated agent. Adolescence and young adulthood are periods in the human life course when many of us focus attention on our values and life goals. Perhaps you grew up as a traditional Catholic, but now in college you believe that the values inculcated in your childhood no longer function so well for you. You no longer believe in the central tenets of the Catholic Church, say, and are now working to replace your old values with new ones. Or maybe you still want to be Catholic, but you feel that your new take on faith requires a different kind of personal ideology. In the realm of the motivated agent, moreover, changing values can influence life goals. If your new value system prioritizes alleviating the suffering of others, you may decide to pursue a degree in social work, or to become a public interest lawyer, or to live a simpler life that prioritizes people over material wealth. A great deal of the identity work we do in adolescence and young adulthood is about values and goals, as we strive to articulate a personal vision or dream for what we hope to accomplish in the future. The Autobiographical Author Even as continues to develop a sense of as both a social actor and a motivated agent, a third standpoint for selfhood gradually emerges in the adolescent and early-adult years. The third perspective is a response to Erikson’s (1963) challenge of identity. According to Erikson, developing an identity involves more than the exploration of and commitment to life goals and values (the self as motivated agent), and more than committing to new roles and re-evaluating old traits (the self as social actor). It also involves achieving a sense of temporal continuity in life—a reflexive understanding of how I have come to be the person I am becoming, or put differently, how my past self has developed into my present self, and how my present self will, in turn, develop into an envisioned future self. In his analysis of identity formation in the life of the 15th-century Protestant reformer Martin Luther, Erikson (1958) describes the culmination of a young adult’s search for identity in this way: “To be adult means among other things to see one’s own life in continuous perspective, both in retrospect and prospect. By accepting some definition of who he is, usually on the basis of a function in an economy, a place in the sequence of generations, and a status in the structure of society, the adult is able to selectively reconstruct his past in such a way that, step for step, it seems to have planned him, or better, he seems to have planned it. In this sense, psychologically we do choose our parents, our family history, and the history of our kings, heroes, and gods. By making them our own, we maneuver ourselves into the inner position of proprietors, of creators.” — (Erikson, 1958, pp. 111–112; emphasis added). In this rich passage, Erikson intimates that the development of a mature identity in young adulthood involves the I’s ability to construct a retrospective and prospective story about the Me (McAdams, 1985). In their efforts to find a meaningful identity for life, young men and women begin “to selectively reconstruct” their past, as Erikson wrote, and imagine their future to create an integrative life story, or what psychologists today often call a . A narrative identity is an internalized and evolving story of the self that reconstructs the past and anticipates the future in such a way as to provide a person’s life with some degree of unity, meaning, and purpose over time (McAdams, 2008; McLean, Pasupathi, & Pals, 2007). The self typically becomes an autobiographical author in the early-adult years, a way of being that is layered over the motivated agent, which is layered over the social actor. In order to provide life with the sense of temporal continuity and deep meaning that Erikson believed identity should confer, we must author a personalized life story that integrates our understanding of who we once were, who we are today, and who we may become in the future. The story helps to explain, for the author and for the author’s world, why the social actor does what it does and why the motivated agent wants what it wants, and how the person as a whole has developed over time, from the past’s reconstructed beginning to the future’s imagined ending. By the time they are 5 or 6 years of age, children can tell well-formed stories about personal events in their lives (Fivush, 2011). By the end of childhood, they usually have a good sense of what a typical biography contains and how it is sequenced, from birth to death (Thomsen & Bernsten, 2008). But it is not until adolescence, research shows, that human beings express advanced storytelling skills and what psychologists call (Habermas & Bluck, 2000; McLean & Fournier, 2008). In autobiographical reasoning, a narrator is able to derive substantive conclusions about the self from analyzing his or her own personal experiences. Adolescents may develop the ability to string together events into causal chains and inductively derive general themes about life from a sequence of chapters and scenes (Habermas & de Silveira, 2008). For example, a 16-year-old may be able to explain to herself and to others how childhood experiences in her family have shaped her vocation in life. Her parents were divorced when she was 5 years old, the teenager recalls, and this caused a great deal of stress in her family. Her mother often seemed anxious and depressed, but she (the now-teenager when she was a little girl—the story’s protagonist) often tried to cheer her mother up, and her efforts seemed to work. In more recent years, the teenager notes that her friends often come to her with their boyfriend problems. She seems to be very adept at giving advice about love and relationships, which stems, the teenager now believes, from her early experiences with her mother. Carrying this causal narrative forward, the teenager now thinks that she would like to be a marriage counselor when she grows up. Unlike children, then, adolescents can tell a full and convincing story about an entire human life, or at least a prominent line of causation within a full life, explaining continuity and change in the story’s protagonist over time. Once the cognitive skills are in place, young people seek interpersonal opportunities to share and refine their developing sense of themselves as storytellers (the I) who tell stories about themselves (the Me). Adolescents and young adults author a narrative sense of the self by telling stories about their experiences to other people, monitoring the feedback they receive from the tellings, editing their stories in light of the feedback, gaining new experiences and telling stories about those, and on and on, as selves create stories that, in turn, create new selves (McLean et al., 2007). Gradually, in fits and starts, through conversation and introspection, the I develops a convincing and coherent narrative about the Me. Contemporary research on the emphasizes the strong effect of culture on narrative identity (Hammack, 2008). Culture provides a menu of favored plot lines, themes, and character types for the construction of self-defining life stories. Autobiographical authors sample selectively from the cultural menu, appropriating ideas that seem to resonate well with their own life experiences. As such, life stories reflect the culture, wherein they are situated as much as they reflect the authorial efforts of the autobiographical I. As one example of the tight link between culture and narrative identity, McAdams (2013) and others (e.g., Kleinfeld, 2012) have highlighted the prominence of in American culture. Epitomized in such iconic cultural ideals as the American dream, Horatio Alger stories, and narratives of Christian atonement, redemptive stories track the move from suffering to an enhanced status or state, while scripting the development of a chosen protagonist who journeys forth into a dangerous and unredeemed world (McAdams, 2013). Hollywood movies often celebrate redemptive quests. Americans are exposed to similar narrative messages in self-help books, 12-step programs, Sunday sermons, and in the rhetoric of political campaigns. Over the past two decades, the world’s most influential spokesperson for the power of redemption in human lives may be Oprah Winfrey, who tells her own story of overcoming childhood adversity while encouraging others, through her media outlets and philanthropy, to tell similar kinds of stories for their own lives (McAdams, 2013). Research has demonstrated that American adults who enjoy high levels of mental health and civic engagement tend to construct their lives as narratives of redemption, tracking the move from sin to salvation, rags to riches, oppression to liberation, or sickness/abuse to health/recovery (McAdams, Diamond, de St. Aubin, & Mansfield, 1997; McAdams, Reynolds, Lewis, Patten, & Bowman, 2001; Walker & Frimer, 2007). In American society, these kinds of stories are often seen to be inspirational. At the same time, McAdams (2011, 2013) has pointed to shortcomings and limitations in the redemptive stories that many Americans tell, which mirror cultural biases and stereotypes in American culture and heritage. McAdams has argued that redemptive stories support happiness and societal engagement for some Americans, but the same stories can encourage moral righteousness and a naïve expectation that suffering will always be redeemed. For better and sometimes for worse, Americans seem to love stories of personal redemption and often aim to assimilate their autobiographical memories and aspirations to a redemptive form. Nonetheless, these same stories may not work so well in cultures that espouse different values and narrative ideals (Hammack, 2008). It is important to remember that every culture offers its own storehouse of favored narrative forms. It is also essential to know that no single narrative form captures all that is good (or bad) about a culture. In American society, the redemptive narrative is but one of many different kinds of stories that people commonly employ to make sense of their lives. What is your story? What kind of a narrative are you working on? As you look to the past and imagine the future, what threads of continuity, change, and meaning do you discern? For many people, the most dramatic and fulfilling efforts to change the self happen when the I works hard, as an autobiographical author, to construct and, ultimately, to tell a new story about the Me. Storytelling may be the most powerful form of self-transformation that human beings have ever invented. Changing one’s life story is at the heart of many forms of psychotherapy and counseling, as well as religious conversions, vocational epiphanies, and other dramatic transformations of the self that people often celebrate as turning points in their lives (Adler, 2012). Storytelling is often at the heart of the little changes, too, minor edits in the self that we make as we move through daily life, as we live and experience life, and as we later tell it to ourselves and to others. For human beings, selves begin as social actors, but they eventually become motivated agents and autobiographical authors, too. The I first sees itself as an embodied actor in social space; with development, however, it comes to appreciate itself also as a forward-looking source of self-determined goals and values, and later yet, as a storyteller of personal experience, oriented to the reconstructed past and the imagined future. To “know thyself” in mature adulthood, then, is to do three things: (a) to apprehend and to perform with social approval my self-ascribed traits and roles, (b) to pursue with vigor and (ideally) success my most valued goals and plans, and (c) to construct a story about life that conveys, with vividness and cultural resonance, how I became the person I am becoming, integrating my past as I remember it, my present as I am experiencing it, and my future as I hope it to be.

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1500s Hassan Germania the warmth of the fire The sparks quickly rose and snapped above the head of the last night watchman as he stirred the fire while the dawn announced a new day. The flame lighting up the morning alarmed some of the people who were sleeping on the ground nearby, but the guard quickly assured them that he was still there on watch. The man had stood alone against the dark all night, protecting not only his family but his tribe and his community as well, armed with only the fire. His tribe had given him the name of Knauss (ka-now-ss), which means “the haughty person.” (Birth – Dudelsheim, Germany to Death – Hessen, Germany unknown dates, 9th great-grandfather.) “the haughty person” His people were known as the Chatti, which means anger or hate, so they became known as the haters or the angry. During the early years of the 16th century, the tribe became part of an anti-Roman and anti-Papal movement that eventually led to the “Lutheran Revolt.” Resistance to the Church erupted in the German lands of the Holy Roman Empire. All the people were involved, both the upper and lower classes, including all the Chatti tribes. The followers came to be known as Protestants because of their “protest against the Church.” This movement was the beginning of the religious movement known as the “Reformation.” The Chatti had revolted against their oppressors and thus earned their name. Martin Luther preaching while a boy nails the Ninety-Five Theses Centuries later, after having first met them, the English bestowed an Old English (Anglo-Saxon) expression on these people. They called them the Hatar, meaning “people of destruction.” The Chatti men, or the Hessi, lived on the edges of the forest. Later, they became known as the Hessians. people of peace and quiet Despite their tribal reputation, they were a people of peace, unassuming, but conscientious in their line of toil. Nearly all of them tilled the soil, but some followed other manual pursuits, for instance, most of the younger men did the hunting and fishing. nearly all of them tilled the soil They cared little about social advancement but were content with clearing land to farm. However, to survive in these times, every man, woman, and child had to be a jack-of-all-trades. Everyone worked in the fields and gathered wild foods like nuts, berries, edible root plants, and this took up most of their time during the daylight hours. Still, many activities also took place around a fire at night, like mending clothes and fixing tools, while they told each other stories. Knauss had demonstrated to the tribe that he was very skilled in self-preservation. He always was upfront, leading the community when it was time to make a move. Either for safety from the weather and the elements. Or to seek protection from the local lords and their influence over their enemies. So many different men of power tried to express control over the common man that it was next to impossible for anyone to know who you could trust or count on. Knauss displayed an instinct about survival, and especially a high awareness of his surroundings. But Knauss is mostly remembered for his stories at the evening campfire. There, his true talents blossomed in the light of the late-night flames. Night after night, he held the tribe captive by the warmth of the fire as he breathed life into his heroic stories of their past. He created a sense of security, a feeling of fellowship, and a connection with their history. the Chatti men There were many stories about bravery and courage. The poems and songs told how they promoted their heroic men to power, and how they obeyed those whom they had promoted. The men kept in their ranks but always took advantage of their opportunities. The Chatti tribe was strengthened through the stories Knauss told that linked the present with their past and future. It was a nurturing act, connecting both the listener and storyteller. The tribe bestowed great veneration upon Knauss for his ability to tell a good tale. Knauss knew all the current tales, and he was able to compose verses at a moment’s notice. the castanets, dulcimer, harp and lute It was easy for Knauss’ young son, Peter Lee Knauss (1546 to 1602, 8th great grand-father), to remember the stories that his father had told by the campfire about the Chatti men and their tribe. Knauss also played many instruments, including the Dulcimer, Harp, Lute, and he always had in his pocket a handmade flute that he performed while walking. Peter also had one, and they often played together. Peter Lee Knauss was born here 1546 The stories taught the younger men how to be leaders and always check their impulses. Fortune was regarded as doubtful, but courage as unfailing. They were encouraged to push out during the day gradually and entrench themselves by night. story time around the fire Knauss told the story about Krampus, the “half-goat, half-demon,” who, during the Christmas season, punished children who had misbehaved. This story was the opposite character of Saint Nicholas, who rewarded the well-behaved children with gifts. Peter had a favourite story he liked to hear, and he often requested it. It was one of the earliest German folktales, the story of Hildebrand and Hadubrand, two warriors that met and prepared for combat. Knauss always began “The Song of Hildebrand,” like this as he sang: “I heard tell That two warriors, Hildebrand and Hadubrand, Met in single combat, between two armies. The warriors, father, and son, Prepared their armor, Made ready their battle garments, Girded on their swords over their ring mail When they rode to battle.” song of Hildebrand Knauss went on to tell a tragic story. It was about a father and son that failed to recognize each other on the battlefield. “The two warriors met on a battlefield, And they were the champions of their two armies.” He stood tall and walked slowly, around the backs of his listeners around the fire-circle as he kept on speaking. “Now the older man, Hildebrand, Asked for the identity of his opponent And where did he come from.” Knauss revealed that Hadubrand did not know his father. Because Hildebrand had fled eastward, leaving behind a wife and small child, Hadubrand believed his father to be dead. Knauss acted out each character’s part and continued, acting out a story “Hildebrand told him that he would never fight Such a close kinsman and offered him gold arm- rings That he had received as a gift from the Lord of the Huns.” Everyone in the tribe recognized this as a reference to Attila the Hun. Knauss whispered when he told the listeners, Attila the Hun “This was Hildebrand’s way of trying to show That he was his father.” Knauss became quite angry as he said, “Hadubrand rejected the arm-ring Then he accused Hildebrand of trying to trick him. He told him once again that his father was dead.” Knauss took a little pause before he continued, “Hildebrand told Hadubrand that his good armor Showed he had never been in combat, But Hadubrand accepted his fate, Feeling that it would be cowardly to refuse battle. Hadubrand challenged Hildebrand to win his armor.” “Hildebrand’s shield bore paintings Of the warriors, he had killed in battle.” Jumping around, Knauss fought an imaginary war with himself, playing both sides. “The two warriors threw spears at each other. Then they closed in for combat And fought until their shields were destroyed.” Now at this point, Knauss would take the storyline in different directions. The listeners were always ready to hear which way he would take it this time. Each time Peter listened to his father tell this story, the ending was different. Sometimes, he would not finish the story at all and leave the listener hanging on until the next night for his ending to the tale. The flexibility of oral storytelling allowed Knauss to mold the story according to the needs of the audience, and he took full advantage of this each time he told it. Sometimes Knauss would end the story abruptly by saying, “Then Hildebrand had no choice But to kill his son after the dishonourable act Of standing against him in battle. This was an act of treachery.” the dishonorable act Or he might have a different ending like, “Hildebrand spared his son’s life And took him in his arms.” Knauss made the point, “How could a father and son Fail to know each other when they meet?” He took a long look at everyone right in the eye and told them, “Families have to stay close-knit, Like a fine woollen blanket that holds together, Even when treated roughly.” Knauss was a huge man of the tribe, but he became a little child, full of laughter around the children. His personality added to the characters in the story. He enhanced each tale with the addition of anything he could pick up and use as a visual tool for a specific action. His listeners were physically close together, often seated in a circle, while he was telling the story. The people became not only psychically close, but they developed a connection to each other through this communal tradition. His listeners experienced the creative process taking place in their presence. They felt like part of that creative process, and Knauss held a personal bond with all of them. Each time Knauss told these stories, he was passing on the oral history that reminded the tribe who they were. He knew some young person listening to him would pick up the torch when he was ready to pass it on and become the next generation’s voice from the past. Oral storytelling has been around as long as human language. It originated from simple chants that people sang as they worked at daily tasks like grinding corn or sharpening tools. Storytellers combined stories, poetry, music, and dance to entertain their listeners. working at daily tasks Traveling storytellers were called troubadours or minstrels, and they would learn various regions’ stories, while also gathering news to bring back to their villages. Their stories told the history of a culture that was handed down from generation to generation. They became historians for their communities, and the exchanging of stories was the way that news spread across the land. The storytellers created myths to explain what they saw happening in nature, and they assigned superhuman qualities to ordinary people, creating the first superheroes. Early one morning, as fog covered the valley floor, Knauss stepped out of the lush green hills of Hassan, Germania, with Peter, and cautiously surveyed the countryside below. The mist began to disperse with the hint of a light breeze. And the birds were announcing their presence in the treetops. They could hear the scampering of small animals all around them, as the forest came alive. early morning European sunrise He paused for a moment, then went down on one knee and put his arm around his young son saying to him, “every day brings us new and unknown opportunities and dangers. You have to be able to recognize which one you are dealing with at any moment, my son.” Knauss leaned his ear toward the birds above their heads and listened, “they are announcing to the rest of the forest that it is safe for them to start their day.” He said, “all the life in the forest live and die for the betterment of all. And that is the same foundation for the success of our tribe.” He was very uneasy about entering this valley, which he had intentionally avoided many times before. This luscious green valley held a dark truth known to everyone who travelled through there. This valley was a mass Roman cemetery: all that was left of three legions of Roman soldiers that were destroyed by the Germanic tribes several years earlier. battle of the Teutoburg Forest, 9 AD The disaster was a tremendous blow to Rome’s plans for expansion into Germania: something from which they never entirely recovered. The Roman’s stay was short-lived. General Germanicus massacred them at the start of his invasion of northern Germany, and an area of 50 miles of Roman territory was laid waste. Much of this land became occupied by the Chatti and their Hessian descendants like Knauss and Peter. Map – battle of the Teutoburg forest The gravesite was so massive that people were continuously digging through the ruins to find bits of metal they used for making tools. Doing so, they would uncover the gruesome ways that the men had died. Some of the bodies were well preserved. Even the leather sandals that they wore were admired as a more advanced form of footwear than the Germans were currently wearing on their feet. three legions of Roman soldiers that were destroyed by the Germania tribes It was not only the massive Roman ruins in stone that were left as a reminder that a more magnificent civilization had come before them, but the graves of their past were very present in the fields from which they cultivated a meagre living. They used the land that was already cleared. These early farmers were the first untrained archaeologists to document and pass on what had happened in their homeland. old world German map To the tribe, Knauss’s son was known as Peter Lee, because of the lesions left on his face after having survived the smallpox epidemic that had passed through his village. Peter Lee’s mother had died in childbirth. She was infected with smallpox, which she had passed on to Peter Lee. So, unfortunately, Peter Lee carried on his face the reminder of his mother’s infection and what had probably helped contribute to her death. Peter Lee admired and took after his father, who was the best fisherman in the tribe. He knew where all the deep dark water was in all the local streams. He knew the secret of only fishing upstream to catch the German Brown trout from the cold water. Peter Lee’s father had instilled in him the love of fishing, and the satisfaction of providing for his family. Peter Lee’s father also told him the stories of Jesus and the fisherman. Knauss had seen the inside of the great local cathedrals and admired the frescoes on the walls. He understood the story of Jesus dividing the fishes and the loaves between the people. The idea of a free meal was almost beyond people’s concept at that time. feeding the five thousand Peter Lee’s father was very concerned with being able to earn money to give to the Church for the “Jubilee Indulgence,” to help get Peter Lee’s mother out of purgatory. The Church had taught Peter Lee’s family that his mother was a sinner, and that was why she had contracted smallpox. She could only be saved from going to hell if someone paid her way out. The sale of indulgences was abuse that had crept into the Catholic Church during the late 15th century and was a spark of the Lutheran Revolt. At first, the intent was to defray the cost of the Crusades. But later, the sale of indulgences was used to replenish the Papal treasury. This practice popularly epitomized Church corruption. The notion of paying money to receive Church forgiveness did not strike the average person as wrong. This “Jubilee Indulgence,” to redeem a dead loved one, had the Pope’s authorization and financed the construction of St. Peter Lee’s Cathedral in Rome, known as the Vatican. the German text reads, “In the authority of all the saints, and in compassion towards you, I absolve you from all sins and misdeeds, and remit all punishment for ten days.” Because the Archbishop of Mainz (a town in Germany not far from where Peter Lee and Knauss resided) had massive debts, the Church decided to sell the Jubilee Indulgence in his area. The proceeds were split between the Archbishop and the bank to whom he owed money, and the Pope himself. To make matters worse, the Dominican Friar launched an advertising campaign that included the slogan, “As soon as a coin in coffer rings, the soul from Purgatory springs.” This little rhyme is what Knauss had heard all his life. 16th century Indulgence chest There was a road that led down the hill winding through the valley, but it was not always safe to travel on this path. It was well-known that travellers could be waylaid by someone jumping out at them from behind a tree as their backs were turned to them, providing little defence. It was not uncommon to see an old corpse from one of these attacks, left behind alongside the road, as one travelled through this land. Knauss now figured that it was late enough in the day that it may be a little safer venturing down the path that led into the valley below. But it wasn’t long before he and Peter Lee could hear the clatter of approaching hooves and the rattle and squeak of wagon wheels. They knew who was coming. There was only one group of people that had this form of transportation, the wealthy elite. Maybe somebody from the clergy, or even royalty, about to pass by. Quickly, he encouraged Peter Lee to step back into the brush until the travellers had passed. three in a wagon As the coach bounded down the trail, the peace and quiet of the forest were interrupted. It was as if all present were attentive to the new arrivals in the woods. The coach became visible coming through the brush. A mighty and magnificent steed was doing his best, keeping up with the crack of the whip by the driver. Dust rolled out from underneath the spinning wheels and trailed behind the carriage like puffs of smoke. The coach was open at the top, and you could see that behind the driver were seated three passengers, all of whom seemed to be enjoying the very bumpy and dusty ride. It was the passengers who were encouraging the driver to go faster. As they approached, both Peter Lee and Knauss could identify that one of the passengers was a Friar, dressed in a long robe that tied at the waist with a cord. He was a traveling preacher who worked for the Church. They were very poor and lived a simple and humble life. Friars were sent on critical religious missions. He wore beads around his neck, with a small cross. It bounced up and down with the rhythm of the bumps in the road. He was laughing with great excitement, and his jolliness was contagious. The two men watching from the bushes shared a giggle between them. A man and a lady sat in the carriage with their back towards the driver. Their faces only came into view after they had passed. Medieval Priest, Friar, or Monk They both could tell by the passengers’ clean faces and clothing that they were successful in life. The lady was humbly dressed, but her clothing was all clean. Peter Lee and Knauss could see that her hair had been combed and styled: pinned-up in some way. She was not dressed like the women in Peter Lee’s tribe, yet it was not the clothing that brought her to his attention: it was how clean the two of them were. a medieval woman As the coach passed, the man by happenstance looked directly into the bushes and saw Peter Lee’s eyes gazing back at him. Immediately he cried to the driver, “Whoa! Stop here, my good man.” The driver pulled back on the reins, and the coach slid to a stop just before crossing the Roman stone bridge that arched over the stream. old Roman bridge The man calmly stepped out of the coach and tried to encourage the two men to come forth unto him. By this time, the lady and the Friar had also exited the coach. They were equally encouraging them to join their company. The healthy and safe thing to do would be to avoid any contact with strangers, but found in the company of a Friar, Peter Lee and Knauss felt safe enough to approach them. The man took a blanket from the carriage, spread it on the ground, and invited the two of them to join them in “table fellowship.” The lady opened the basket and took out a loaf of bread, a bottle of wine, and a glass cup. Peter Lee’s eyes were fascinated with the cup; he had only seen cups and bowls made of wood or clay. You could see the lady’s hand and fingers right through this cup, and he was amazed. The lady took the bottle of wine and filled the cup, then set it beside the bread on the blanket. their first communion The man introduced himself, “Good day to you brothers, my name is Johann (yo-han): feel free to call me Hans, and this is my wife, Elisabeth. I am the eldest of six children born to my father, Martin, and my mother, Katharina. We travel in the company of this good Friar.” He spoke how his father had died nine years earlier in 1546, the same year Peter Lee was born. And now he was carrying on his father’s work by traveling preaching to the people. Martin Luther and family Johann motioned once again for the men to join them. He encouraged them to feel safe, “We mean you no harm, come join us in a communal meal.” As Elisabeth set the table, Johann said, “I was twenty years old when father died in 1546.” Johann told the two men he had a letter from him that he would like to share with them. Neither Knauss nor Peter Lee could read. There were only a few signs or letters they could recognize, but they were always eager and ready to listen to anyone that could. Johann had their complete attention, and he knew it, so he took advantage of this time to witness to them. Johann pulled a letter from a pouch he kept in his shirt. It was a well-worn document that had obviously been removed from that pouch and read many times before. Knauss and Peter Lee recognized that this letter received special care as Johann unfolded it. Everyone became still and reverent waiting for Johann to read, he began, “Grace and peace in Christ”! Johann skipped over the personal stuff in the letter and got right to a story that his father Martin had written. Johann said that his father wrote him this, “I know a pretty, lovely, pleasant garden, where many children go. They wear golden coats and gather sweet apples, pears, cherries, and plums from under the trees. They sing, jump, and are merry. They also have pretty little horses with golden bridles and silver saddles. I asked the owner of the garden: ‘Whose children are these?’ He said: ‘These are the children who like to pray, study, and be pious.'” medieval story of a garden Then Martin said: “My dear sir, I also have a son, his name is Johann. Might he not come into the garden, too, so that he might also eat such lovely apples and pears, ride such fine horses, and play with these children?” Then the owner of the garden answered him: “If he likes to pray, study, and be pious, then he, too, may enter the garden.” Martin went on to tell his son in the letter that, “All who come will also get whistles and drums, lutes, and all kinds of stringed instruments. They will also dance and shoot with small crossbows.” Then the owner showed Martin a lovely lawn, all ready for dancing, where golden whistles and drums and fine silver crossbows hung. But it was still early, so the children hadn’t eaten yet. Martin said to the owner, “Ah, dear sir, I must hurry off and write all this to my dear son Johann so that he will be sure to study diligently, pray well, and be pious, so that he too may come into this garden.” The owner said to him, “Yes, he may also enter this garden. Now, go and write to him thus.” a view into heaven Johann did not have to look at the letter any longer. He knew from memory what words were written in the text. His voice was soft and gentle as he spoke his father’s words, “My dear son, make sure to study God’s word and pray. Witness to all that cross your path, so that they may study and pray, too. That way, all will get into the garden together. May you be herewith commended to God. Your dear father, Martin Luther.” Johann respectfully re-folded and gently put the document back into the pouch and safely tucked it into his shirt. Then Johann took the bread and broke it into pieces and shared it with all of them, including the driver of the coach. He said a small prayer, “Our precious heavenly Father, we know to be a Christian without prayer is no more possible than to be alive without breathing. I have held many things in my hands, and I have lost them all; but whatever I have placed in God’s hands, that I still possess. I know whatever your heart clings to and confides in, that is really, your God. Now bless us this day. Amen.” the Lord’s supper Johann told them that the bread represented the breaking of Jesus’ body at the cross, and His blood was shed on our behalf. “He bore our sins, and through His sacrifice, we have complete redemption and total deliverance from the works of Satan.” Then again, after a small prayer, he took the cup and shared it amongst them, saying, “This is my blood, do this in remembrance of me.” Peter Lee was not too sure about any meal that didn’t make him full, but he did understand the special meaning of what the man and lady had shared with them. He felt the holiness of the moment. Johann finished saying, “As new creations in Christ Jesus, we realize our freedom had been bought and paid for. We are forgiven of our sins. We are redeemed, and we give thanks for it all in the name of Jesus.” Knauss asked the question, “How can you have such faith in someone you cannot see.” Johann answered him, saying, “Faith is a living, daring confidence in God’s grace, so sure and certain that a man could stake his life on it a thousand times. I know not the way God leads me, but well do I know my guide.” He went on further to answer him, “The Bible is alive: it speaks to me. It has feet, and it runs after me. It has hands, and it lays hold of me. For, He is the man to whom it all applies, every bit of it. If you want to interpret it well and confidently, set Christ before you. Ask Him to open your eyes to see His will for you.” Then the Friar began to speak, “To find Christ in such poverty, and what his swaddling clothes and manger signify, are explained this way: His poverty teaches how we should find him in our neighbors, the lowliest and the most needy; His swaddling clothes are the holy scriptures. Christ alone may stand before us.” He told them that Martin Luther, Johann’s father, was the leader of the Protestant Reformation. He taught that “Salvation and, subsequently, eternal life is not earned by good deeds. But, he said, we received it only as a free, gift of God’s grace through the believer’s faith in Jesus Christ as Redeemer from sin.” the first Christmas All this time, Peter Lee was thinking to himself, “When you don’t know what to say just listen, and let somebody else do the talking,” so he listened to these two men of God. The message they spoke about was a deep well of inspiration to Peter Lee. He was receiving the living water of the Gospel, his thirst was great, and his satisfaction was full. He now had personal knowledge of the truth in Christ. The Friar stood up and proclaimed, “Luther’s theology challenged the authority and office of the Pope by teaching that the Bible is the only source of divinely revealed knowledge from God.” Then the Friar let them know he was not happy, “The Church is not only responsible for what they say, but also for what they do not say. The truth has been kept from the common man. And I consider all the baptized Christians to be of a holy priesthood.” The Protestant Reformation Joining the Friar, Johann rose to his feet and looked upward toward the sky. Watching the clouds roll by, he described the Christian irony: “A Christian man is the freest Lord of all, and subject to none. A Christian man is the most dutiful servant of all, and subject to everyone.” The Friar went on to say, “Those who identify with these, and all of Luther’s wider teachings, call themselves Lutherans. Luther humbly insisted on using the terms Christian or evangelical as the only acceptable names for individuals who profess Christ.” He continued, “We are the body of Christ. The Church is not the building, but the people who built it.” This was the first time that Peter Lee or Knauss had ever heard the word “Christian.” The Friar re-explained to them and tried to reassure Knauss that indulgences are not necessary. “He has already paid the full price of salvation for all,” he told him. Even so, Peter Lee’s father was far more zealous for the tradition of his ancestors. That’s why Knauss continued to cling to his belief in indulgences. Some of what the Friar told them was above his head, and only much later in life did Peter Lee understand the spiritual significance of that moment. Peter Lee was aware that these holy people were not as arrogant as some of the other clergy that he saw in the past. The man and woman were not afraid to give Peter Lee and his father a hug as they departed.

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Rhetoric is the art of effective communication; if you communicate with others at all, rhetorical devices are your friends! Rhetorical devices help you make points more effectively, and help people understand you better. In this article, I'll be covering some important rhetorical devices so you can improve your own writing! What Are Rhetorical Devices? A lot of things that you would think of as just regular everyday modes of communicating are actually rhetorical devices That’s because ‘rhetorical devices’ is more or less a fancy way of saying ‘communication tools.’ Most people don’t plan out their use of rhetorical devices in communication, both because nobody thinks, “now would be a good time to use synecdoche in this conversation with my grocery clerk,” and because we use them so frequently that they don’t really register as “rhetorical devices.” How often have you said something like, “when pigs fly!” Of those times, how often have you thought, “I’m using a rhetorical device!” That’s how ubiquitous they are! However, being aware of what they are and how to use them can strengthen your communication, whether you do a lot of big speeches, write persuasive papers, or just argue with your friends about a TV show you all like. Rhetorical devices can function at all levels: words, sentences, paragraphs, and beyond. Some rhetorical devices are just a single word, such as onomatopoeia. Others are phrases, such as metaphor, while still others can be sentence-length (such as a thesis), paragraph-length (hypophora), or go throughout the entire piece, such as a standard five-paragraph essay. Many of these (such as the thesis or five-paragraph essay) are so standard and familiar to us that we may not think of them as devices. But because they help us shape and deliver our arguments effectively, they're important to know and understand. Busting out a dictionary isn't the most efficient way to learn rhetorical devices. The Most Useful Rhetorical Devices List It would be impossible to list every single rhetorical device in one blog post. Instead, I've collected a mixture of extremely common devices you may have heard before and some more obscure ones that might be valuable to learn. Amplification is a little similar to parallelism: by using repetition, a writer expands on an original statement and increases its intensity. Take this example from Roald Dahl’s The Twits: “If a person has ugly thoughts, it begins to show on the face. And when that person has ugly thoughts every day, every week, every year, the face gets uglier and uglier until you can hardly bear to look at it. A person who has good thoughts cannot ever be ugly. You can have a wonky nose and a crooked mouth and a double chin and stick-out teeth, but if you have good thoughts it will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely.” In theory, we could have gotten the point with the first sentence. We don’t need to know that the more you think ugly thoughts, the uglier you become, nor that if you think good thoughts you won’t be ugly—all that can be contained within the first sentence. But Dahl’s expansion makes the point clearer, driving home the idea that ugly thoughts have consequences. Amplification takes a single idea and blows it up bigger, giving the reader additional context and information to better understand your point. You don’t just have to restate the point—use amplification to expand and dive deeper into your argument to show readers and listeners how important it is! Anacoluthon is a fancy word for a disruption in the expected grammar or syntax of a sentence. That doesn’t mean that you misspoke—using anacoluthon means that you’ve deliberately subverted your reader’s expectations to make a point. For example, take this passage from King Lear: “I will have such revenges on you both, That all the world shall—I will do such things, What they are, yet I know not…” In this passage, King Lear interrupts himself in his description of his revenge. This has multiple effects on the reader: they wonder what all the world shall do once he has his revenge (cry? scream? fear him?), and they understand that King Lear has interrupted himself to regain his composure. This tells us something about him—that he’s seized by passion in this moment, but also that he regains control. We might have gathered one of those things without anacoluthon, but the use of this rhetorical device shows us both very efficiently. Anadiplosis refers to purposeful repetition at the end of one sentence or clause and at the beginning of the next sentence or clause. In practice, that looks something like a familiar phrase from Yoda: “Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering.” Note the way that the ending word of each sentence is repeated in the following sentence. That’s anadiplosis! This rhetorical device draws a clear line of thinking for your reader or listener—repetition makes them pay closer attention and follow the way the idea evolves. In this case, we trace the way that fear leads to suffering through Yoda’s purposeful repetition. When life gives you lemons, use antanagoge! Antanagoge is the balancing of a negative with a positive. For example, the common phrase, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” is antanagoge—it suggests a negative (lots of lemons) and follows that up with a positive (make lemonade). When writing persuasively, this can be a great way to respond to potential detractors of your argument. Suppose you want to convince your neighborhood to add a community garden, but you think that people might focus on the amount of work required. When framing your argument, you could say something like, “Yes, it will be a lot of work to maintain, but working together will encourage us all to get to know one another as well as providing us with fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers.” This is a little like procatalepsis, in that you anticipate a problem and respond to it. However, antanagoge is specifically balancing a negative with a positive, just as I did in the example of a garden needing a lot of work, but that work is what ultimately makes the project worth it. Apophasis is a form of irony relating to denying something while still saying it. You’ll often see this paired with phrases like, “I’m not saying…” or “It goes without saying…”, both of which are followed up with saying exactly what the speaker said they weren’t going to say. Take this speech from Iron Man 2: "I'm not saying I'm responsible for this country's longest run of uninterrupted peace in 35 years! I'm not saying that from the ashes of captivity, never has a phoenix metaphor been more personified! I'm not saying Uncle Sam can kick back on a lawn chair, sipping on an iced tea, because I haven't come across anyone man enough to go toe to toe with me on my best day! It's not about me." Tony Stark isn’t saying that he’s responsible for all those things… except that’s exactly what he is saying in all of his examples. Though he says it’s not about him, it clearly is—all of his examples relate to how great he is, even as he proclaims that they aren’t. A scene like this can easily be played for humor, but apophasis can also be a useful (albeit deceptive) rhetorical tool. For example, this argument: Our neighborhood needs a community garden to foster our relationships with one another. Not only is it great for getting to know each other, but a community garden will also provide us with all kinds of fresh fruit and vegetables. It would be wrong to say that people who disagree aren’t invested in others’ health and wellness, but those who have the neighborhood’s best interests in mind will support a community garden. That last sentence is all apophasis. Not only did I imply that people who don’t support the community garden are anti-social and uncaring (by outright stating that I wouldn’t say that, but I also implied that they’re also not invested in the neighborhood at all. Stating things like this, by pretending you’re not saying them or saying the opposite, can be very effective. Assonance and Alliteration Assonance adds an abundance of attractive accents to all your assertions. That’s assonance—the practice repeating the same vowel sound in multiple words in a phrase or sentence, often at the beginning of a word, to add emphasis or musicality to your work. Alliteration is similar, but uses consonant sounds instead of vowel sounds. Let’s use Romeo and Juliet as an example again: “From forth the fatal loins of these two foes; A pair of star-cross’d lovers take their life.” Here, we have repetition of the sounds ‘f’ and ‘l’ in ‘from forth...fatal...foes,’ and ‘loins...lovers...life.’ Even if you don’t notice the repetition as you’re reading, you can hear the effects in how musical the language sounds. Shakespeare could easily have just written something like, “Two kids from families who hate one another fell in love and died by suicide,” but that’s hardly as evocative as the phrasing he chose. Both assonance and alliteration give your writing a lyrical sound, but they can do more than that, too. These tools can mimic associated sounds, like using many ‘p’ sounds to sound like rain or something sizzling, or ‘s’ sounds to mimic the sounds of a snake. When you’re writing, think about what alternative meanings you can add by emphasizing certain sounds. Listen, asterismos is great. Don’t believe me? How did you feel after I began the first sentence with the word ‘listen?’ Even if you didn’t feel more inspired to actually listen, you probably paid a bit more attention because I broke the expected form. That’s what asterismos is—using a word or phrase to draw attention to the thought that comes afterward. ‘Listen’ isn’t the only example of asterismos, either. You can use words like, ‘hey,’ ‘look,’ ‘behold,’ ‘so,’ and so on. They all have the same effect: they tell the reader or listener, “Hey, pay attention—what I’m about to say is important.” Dysphemism and Euphemism Euphemism is the substitution of a more pleasant phrase in place of a familiar phrase, and dysphemism is the opposite—an unpleasant phrase substituted in place of something more familiar. These tools are two sides of the same coin. Euphemism takes an unpleasant thing and makes it sound nicer—such as using 'passed away' instead of 'died'—while dysphemism does the opposite, taking something that isn't necessarily bad and making it sound like it is. We won’t get into the less savory uses of dysphemism, but there are plenty that can leave an impression without being outright offensive. Take ‘snail mail.’ A lot of us call postal mail that without any real malice behind it, but ‘snail’ implies slowness, drawing a comparison between postal mail and faster email. If you’re making a point about how going electronic is faster, better for the environment, and overall more efficient, comparing email to postal mail with the phrase ‘snail mail’ gets the point across quickly and efficiently. Likewise, if you're writing an obituary, you probably don't want to isolate the audience by being too stark in your details. Using gentler language, like 'passed away' or 'dearly departed' allows you to talk about things that might be painful without being too direct. People will know what you mean, but you won't have to risk hurting anyone by being too direct and final with your language. Generally, fiction books are where you'll find epilogues. You’ve no doubt run into epilogues before, because they’re a common and particularly useful rhetorical device! Epilogues are a conclusion to a story or work that reveals what happens to the characters in the story. This is different from an afterword, which is more likely to describe the process of a book’s creation than to continue and provide closure to a story. Many books use epilogues to wrap up loose ends, usually taking place in the future to show how characters have changed as a result of their adventures. Both Harry Potter and The Hunger Games series use their epilogues to show the characters as adults and provide some closure to their stories—in Harry Potter, the main characters have gotten married and had children, and are now sending those children to the school where they all met. This tells the reader that the story of the characters we know is over—they’re adults and are settled into their lives—but also demonstrates that the world goes on existing, though it’s been changed forever by the actions of the familiar characters. Eutrepismus is another rhetorical device you’ve probably used before without realizing it. This device separates speech into numbered parts, giving your reader or listener a clear line of thinking to follow. Eutrepismus is a great rhetorical device—let me tell you why. First, it’s efficient and clear. Second, it gives your writing a great sense of rhythm. Third, it’s easy to follow and each section can be expanded throughout your work. See how simple it is? You got all my points in an easy, digestible format. Eutrepismus helps you structure your arguments and make them more effective, just as any good rhetorical device should do. You’ve probably used hypophora before without ever thinking about it. Hypophora refers to a writer or speaker proposing a question and following it up with a clear answer. This is different from a rhetorical question—another rhetorical device—because there is an expected answer, one that the writer or speaker will immediately give to you. Hypophora serves to ask a question the audience may have (even if they’re not entirely aware of it yet) and provide them with an answer. This answer can be obvious, but it can also be a means of leading the audience toward a particular point. Take this sample from John F. Kennedy’s speech on going to the moon: But why, some say, the moon? Why choose this as our goal? And they may well ask why climb the highest mountain? Why, 35 years ago, fly the Atlantic? Why does Rice play Texas? We choose to go to the moon. We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard, because that goal will serve to organize and measure the best of our energies and skills, because that challenge is one that we are willing to accept, one we are unwilling to postpone, and one which we intend to win, and the others, too. In this speech, Kennedy outright states that he’s asking questions others have asked, and then goes on to answer them. This is Kennedy’s speech, so naturally it’s going to reflect his point of view, but he’s answering the questions and concerns others might have about going to the moon. In doing so, he’s reclaiming an ongoing conversation to make his own point. This is how hypophora can be incredibly effective: you control the answer, leaving less room for argument! Litotes is a deliberate understatement, often using double negatives, that serves to actually draw attention to the thing being remarked upon. For example, saying something like, “It’s not pretty,” is a less harsh way to say “It’s ugly,” or “It’s bad,” that nonetheless draws attention to it being ugly or bad. In Frederick Douglass’ Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass: an American Slave, he writes: “Indeed, it is not uncommon for slaves even to fall out and quarrel among themselves about the relative goodness of their masters, each contending for the superior goodness of his own over that of the others.” Notice the use of “not uncommon.” Douglass, by using a double negative to make readers pay closer attention, points out that some slaves still sought superiority over others by speaking out in favor of their owners. Litotes draws attention to something by understating it. It’s sort of like telling somebody not to think about elephants—soon, elephants becomes all they can think about. The double negative draws our attention and makes us focus on the topic because it’s an unusual method of phrasing. Onomatopoeia refers to a sound represented within text as a mimicry of what that sound actually sounds like. Think “bang” or “whizz” or “oomph,” all of which can mean that something made that kind of a sound—”the door banged shut”—but also mimic the sound itself—”the door went bang.” This rhetorical device can add emphasis or a little bit of spice to your writing. Compare, “The gunshot made a loud sound,” to “The gun went bang.” Which is more evocative? Parallelism is the practice of using similar grammar structure, sounds, meter, and so on to emphasize a point and add rhythm or balance to a sentence or paragraph. One of the most famous examples of parallelism in literature is the opening of Charles Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities: "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair, we had everything before us, we had nothing before us, we were all going direct to Heaven, we were all going direct the other way— in short, the period was so far like the present period, that some of its noisiest authorities insisted on its being received, for good or for evil, in the superlative degree of comparison only." In the beginning, every phrase begins with “It was,” which is itself a parallelism. But there are also pairs of parallelism within the sentence, too; “It was the ___ of times, it was the ___ of times,” and “it was the age of ___, it was the age of ___.” Parallelism draws your reader deeper into what you’re saying and provides a nice sense of flow, even if you’re talking about complicated ideas. The ‘epoch of incredulity’ is a pretty meaty phrase, but Dickens’ parallelism sets up a series of dichotomies for us; even if we don’t know quite what it means, we can figure it out by comparing it to ‘belief.’ Personification is a rhetorical device you probably run into a lot without realizing it. It’s a form of metaphor, which means two things are being compared without the words like or as—in this case, a thing that is not human is given human characteristics. Personification is common in poetry and literature, as it’s a great way to generate fresh and exciting language, even when talking about familiar subjects. Take this passage from Romeo and Juliet, for example: “When well-appareled April on the heel Of limping winter treads.” April can’t wear clothes or step on winter, and winter can’t limp. However, the language Shakespeare uses here is quite evocative. He’s able to quickly state that April is beautiful (“well-appareled”) and that winter is coming to an end (“limping winter”). Through personification, we get a strong image for things that could otherwise be extremely boring, such as if Shakespeare had written, “When beautiful April comes right after winter.” Procatalepsis is a rhetorical device that anticipates and notes a potential objection, heading it off with a follow-up argument to strengthen the point. I know what you’re thinking—that sounds really complicated! But bear with me, because it’s actually quite simple. See how that works? I imagined that a reader might be confused by the terminology in the first sentence, so I noted that potential confusion, anticipating their argument. Then, I addressed that argument to strengthen my point—procatalepsis is easy, which you can see because I just demonstrated it! Anticipating a rebuttal is a great way to strengthen your own argument. Not only does it show that you’ve really put thought into what you’re saying, but it also leaves less room for disagreement! Synecdoche is a rhetorical device that uses a part of something to stand in for the whole. That can mean that we use a small piece of something to represent a whole thing (saying ‘let’s grab a slice’ when we in fact mean getting a whole pizza), or using something large to refer to something small. We often do this with sports teams–for example, saying that New England won the Super Bowl when we in fact mean the New England Patriots, not the entirety of New England. This style of rhetorical device adds an additional dimension to your language, making it more memorable to your reader. Which sounds more interesting? “Let’s get pizza,” or “let’s grab a slice?” Likewise, consider this quote from Percy Bysshe Shelly’s “Ozymandias”: “Tell that its sculptor well those passions read Which yet survive, stamped on these lifeless things, The hand that mocked them.” Here, Shelly uses ‘the hand’ to refer to the sculptor. The hand did not sculpt the lifeless things on its own; it was a tool of the sculptor. But by using just the hand, Shelly avoids repeating ‘the sculptor,’ preserves the poem’s rhythm, and narrows our focus. If he had referred to the sculptor again, he’d still be a big important figure; by narrowing to the hand, Shelly is diminishing the idea of the creator, mirroring the poem’s assertion that the creation will outlast it. Poes' bells are a great example of a tautology. Tautology refers to using words or similar phrases to effectively repeat the same idea with different wording. It’s a form of repetition that can make a point stronger, but it can also be the basis of a flawed argument—be careful that your uses of tautology is the former, not the latter! For example, take this section of “The Bells” by Edgar Allen Poe: “Keeping time, time, time, In a sort of Runic rhyme… From the bells, bells, bells, bells.” Poe’s poetry has a great deal of rhythm already, but the use of ‘time, time, time’ sets us up for the way that ‘bells, bells, bells, bells’ also holds that same rhythm. Keeping time refers to maintaining rhythm, and this poem emphasizes that with repetition, much like the repetitive sound of ringing bells. An example of an unsuccessful tautology would be something like, “Either we should buy a house, or we shouldn’t.” It’s not a successful argument because it doesn’t say anything at all—there’s no attempt to suggest anything, just an acknowledgment that two things, which cannot both happen, could happen. If you want to use tautology in your writing, be sure that it’s strengthening your point. Why are you using it? What purpose does it serve? Don’t let a desire for rhythm end up robbing you of your point! That thing your English teachers are always telling you to have in your essays is an important literary device. A thesis, from the Greek word for ‘a proposition,’ is a clear statement of the theory or argument you’re making in an essay. All your evidence should feed back into your thesis; think of your thesis as a signpost for your reader. With that signpost, they can’t miss your point! Especially in longer academic writing, there can be so many pieces to an argument that it can be hard for readers to keep track of your overarching point. A thesis hammers the point home so that no matter how long or complicated your argument is, the reader will always know what you’re saying. Tmesis is a rhetorical device that breaks up a word, phrase, or sentence with a second word, usually for emphasis and rhythm. We often do this with expletives, but tmesis doesn’t have to be vulgar to be effective! Take this example from Romeo and Juliet: “This is not Romeo, he’s some other where.” The normal way we’d hear this phrase is “This is not Romeo, he’s somewhere else.” But by inserting the word ‘other’ between ‘some’ and ‘where,’ it not only forces us to pay attention, but also changes the sentence’s rhythm. It gets the meaning across perfectly, and does so in a way that’s far more memorable than if Shakespeare had just said that Romeo was somewhere else. For a more common usage, we can turn to George Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion, which often has Eliza Doolittle using phrases like “fan-bloody-tastic” and “abso-blooming-lutely.” The expletives—though mild by modern standards—emphasize Eliza’s social standing and make each word stand out more than if she had simply said them normally. Rhetorical devices and literary devices can both be used to enhance your writing and communication. Check out this list of literary devices to learn more! Ethos, pathos, logos, and kairos are all modes of persuasion—types of rhetorical devices—that can help you be a more convincing writer! No matter what type of writing you're doing, rhetorical devices can enhance it! To learn more about different writing styles, check out this list! Need more help with this topic? Check out Tutorbase! Our vetted tutor database includes a range of experienced educators who can help you polish an essay for English or explain how derivatives work for Calculus. 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Integrating Kamishibai Performance across the Curriculum Integrating Kamishibai Performance across the Curriculum English and Language Arts Social Studies (or other content area) Visual and Performing Arts Grade Level: Elementary - Downloadable PDF of my article “The Mechanics of Kamishibai through the Art of Eigorō Futamata” www.kamishibai.com/resources - Allen Say (2005) Kamishibai Man - Images of Street-Performance kamishibai (from Eric Nash Manga Kamishibai or another source) - Published kamishibai (I recommend “The Three Magic Charms” and “The Old Man and the Fox” for a start. Other recommendations appear at the end.) - Kamishibai stage (It is also possible to make stages or perform without the stage, but the stage is well worth the investment.) - Large paper for mapping out stories (2 per group) - 5 X 7 index cards for practicing movement ideas (It is also possible to have students make miniature stages [see appendices of The Kamishibai Classroom for instructions]and create their stories on 5 X 7 index cards, but the final performances are much more satisfying on the large, standard sized cards.) - 10 ½ X 15 inch cards (matt poster-board or oaktag) for finished cards - Pencils, erasers, black markers for bold outlining, and colored pens or crayons for coloring. Time/Periods: Six 50-minute periods As my article, “The Many Faces of Kamishibai: Past, Present, and Future,” demonstrates, kamishibai can be used to teach about Japanese history, literature, and culture, but it is not limited to topics relating to Japan. Kamishibai stories have been developed to cover any topic or genre. Like a Power Point presentation or digital film, kamishibai offers a versatile format for students to publicly present almost any kind of research. As I often tell my students, any story that would make a good movie would make a good kamishibai because kamishibai are, in essence, hand-manipulated movies. One of the great strengths of kamishibai as an oral/visual storytelling form is that it provides an opportunity for students to put whatever research or reading they are doing into their own words in performance. Very often teachers struggle (even at the college level!) to help students to come up with their own language for what they have researched (see CCRA.W.8 below), but, if a student translates what they have learned into a visual, oral, and gestural medium in performance, they are no longer relying on text alone. As I show below, and as I have argued elsewhere, kamishibai offers a uniquely concrete format to teach students how to build narrative tension and make any story they want to tell exciting. Before students can transform their knowledge into dramatic storytelling, however, they need to understand what I call the mechanics of kamishibai. That is, how to use the various pulling and illustration techniques to develop suspense and narrative tension that will keep their audiences at the edge of their seats, wanting to hear more. Stories that involve action or drama are more likely to make interesting kamishibai narratives. Learning Goals/Objectives: Develop narrative tension in performance and integrate content knowledge into a new format. Common Core Curriculum Standards: Speaking and Listening Standards: CCRA.SL.1 Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on other’s ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively CCRA.SL.2 Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally CCRA.SL.3 Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric CCRA.SL.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning, and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience CCRA.SL.5 Make strategic use of digital and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations CCRA.SL.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate CCRA.R.7 Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words CCRA.W.3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences CCRA.W.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach CCRA.W.6 Use technology, including the Internet (or, in this case, kamishibai) to produce and publish (perform) writing and to interact and collaborate with others CCRA.W.8 Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism Essential Question: How can knowledge about a topic be integrated effectively into a dramatic visual-narrative format? Day 1: Introduce Kamishibai as a format Read Allen Say’s Kamishibai Man (2005) Talk about how television replaced kamishibai and ask students to think about any TV programs they watch daily. What makes them want to keep watch these shows day after day? What techniques do the directors use to make them want to come back for more? (If they haven’t thought about this, ask them to pay attention in the weeks ahead and report back!) Read the afterword to Allen Say’s book, where I present a brief history of kamishibai, and discuss benshi or the practice of film narration. Show the student selected images from Eric Nash’s Manga Kamishibai. Pick images that show how Street- Performance kamishibai stories were as exciting as television shows students watch today. Then explain that the storytellers had certain techniques that ensured that their audiences would come back to buy more candy the following day. They would end the episode on a “cliff-hanger” (or peak) in the story and then say, “To be continued…” What is a cliff-hanger? A story that leaves you hanging at one of the peaks or at the climax of story structure (see below). The climax is literally a cliff! Demonstrate a kamishibai story by performing “The Three Magic Charms” ( Miyoko Matsutani and Eigorō Futamata)—How does the artist achieve suspense? What are the peaks of excitement in the story? What does the artist do at the climax? - Partial Pulling Technique (Card 5 to 6) - Fast pulling technique for transformations (Cards 14 to 15 to 16) Also point out some of the defining characteristics of kamishibai illustrations (From “The Mechanics of Kamishai through the Art of Eigorō Futamata”). To list them briefly here: - Centrality of image on the card (even in the chasing scenes, characters are depicted in the center!) - Direction of movement out of the stage from right to left (again, the chasing scenes) - Large illustrations to be seen from a distance and no speech bubbles (the storytellers will make all sound effects and dialogue, just like the soundtrack for a film) Review the narrative structure diagram. Read Pat Hutchins’ Rosie’s Walk (1966), without showing the images. Ask the students if it is an exciting story? (Definitely not!) Then show them the images. Why do the images make the story more exciting? (Because the fox, who is not mentioned in the written version of the story, could eat Rosie at any moment. The words and images are doing totally different parts of the storytelling!) Demonstrate kamishibai story: “The Old Man and the Fox” (Miyoko Matsutani and Eigorō Futamata)—Where are the peaks in this story and where is the climax? Zooming in Technique (Cards 9, 10, and 11) Show the panning (or zooming) in and out technique at the climax. Make sure that the students notice how many cards it took the artist to make it to the climax (somewhere between the 9th and 11th card in the 12-card kamishibai. A good rule of thumb is that one episode of a street-performance kamishibai was usually 10 cards, and they usually ended on a cliffhanger [i.e., the climax] so students should think about giving themselves about 10 cards to lead up to their climax) Where have students seen that before? Movies. Can movies be made about any topic? Of course! Tell the students that they will be making their own movies in miniature by performing their own kamishibai stories. Divide them into groups of six or seven students. At this point, the content of the stories the students develop depends on the teacher’s other teaching demands. If myths or folktales are part of the curriculum, then the students could make myth or folktale kamishibai. If students are learning about the Civil Rights movement, for example, they could create a historical kamishibai based on those events leading up to the vote. If biography is something the students are required to do, they could create kamishibai biographies about famous people. If they are in a health class, they could create kamishibai on the risks of smoking or the importance of hygiene (both topics I have seen done in kamishibai format by students in Japanese schools). Prior to and/or during the introduction of kamishibai, students could be doing reading and research about these topics so they will be ready to transmediate what they know into the kamishibai format. This invites teachers to integrate their instruction in literacy with other content areas. In this curriculum, I will use an example that was inspired by an incident in Chapter Two of my book, Performing Kamishibai: An Emerging New Literacy for a Global Audience. One of the teachers I worked with was in the midst of doing biographies with his third graders when I began my kamishibai project in his classroom. The students had researched their chosen famous or important figure, reading biographies in picture-book format and articles on the Internet. At the point that I entered the classroom, they were supposed to be wrapping up their writing, but the students were struggling with how to write their biographies in their own words. Having just read text by a lot of other people, they were finding it hard to avoid copying what they had read! If I had entered the classroom earlier in the year, I would have had them create group kamishibai biographies, starting by identifying a central conflict or unachieved goal for the character at the beginning of the story. The peaks of excitement, leading up to the climax, would be chosen from significant events in that figure’s life, and the resolution at the end would be the achievement or inability to achieve that goal. Although I did not have an opportunity to do biographies with that class of third-graders, I did later create my own kamishibai biography about a little-known aspect of the life of Thomas Jefferson that I can use as an example here. The title: “A Bone to Pick with Buffon: A True Story about Thomas Jefferson.” I began the process by identifying a conflict: Jefferson spent many years of his life trying to change the mind of the influential French naturalist (Georges-Louis Leclerc, Count of Buffon, 1707-1788), who argued that America was too cold and damp for any animal species to thrive. Buffon said that all species, including humans, became smaller and weaker when they moved to America. Then I identified some peaks: Ever the patriot, Jefferson was insulted by Buffon’s ideas and wanted to prove Buffon wrong. He began by pointing out the bones of the Mammoth that had been found in Kentucky, and he later tried to prove that a giant claw, which had been found in Virginia, belonged to a great American lion (It actually turned out to be the claw of a sloth!). Climax: He even went so far as to have men hunt for the largest moose they could find in Vermont, and he sent the moose in a crate--bones, hide, antlers and all--to Buffon! (To build suspense at the climax, I made this illustration a half-pull card so the audience first sees Jefferson presenting Buffon with a moose, and then, when I pull back the rest of the card, they see Buffon’s grave!) Resolution: Sadly, we will never know if Jefferson succeeded in his quest because Buffon died before he could revise his opinions. Once the groups have settled on their chosen or assigned topic, they will identify (1) A conflict or unachieved goal (2) The peaks of excitement in their story (3) The climax (4) The resolution. As soon as they are ready, they will begin mapping their story out on a large piece of paper, folded into eight segments (see below) to determine the sequence of their narrative. Once they have finished mapping out their story, they will split up to perform different roles. Two students can be the draftsmen (sketching the images on the cards), two will be responsible for bold outlining, and two will do the coloring in of the images. By this point, all the groups should have cards that they can perform in the stage (or outside the stage, if necessary). They should choose someone from the group to manipulate the cards and someone to be the recorder to take notes. As they try out their cards in the stage, they will come up with dialogue, sound effects, and use narrator’s voice where appropriate. The recorder will take down their ideas in writing. Remember: The text for Card One goes on the back of the last card, so the storyteller can see it. The text for Card Two goes on the back of Card One. The text for Card Three goes on the back of Card Two, and so on. They will spend the first half of the session practicing and finishing up their stories. To get all the students involved, it is possible for them to assign roles to each member of the group so that one person manipulates the cards, one person is the narrator, one or more can be characters doing the dialogue, and one or two can be responsible for sound effects or music. Depending on how many group stories there are, the last half hour or so should be set aside for the performance. Once a class has created sets of kamishibai cards, it would be a waste not to use them in various kinds of follow-up activities throughout the year. The stories only get better and more entertaining with practice, as students learn to juggle the telling of the story with the pacing of the pulling of the cards! Find opportunities for the students to perform for other classes or their families. If the content area is something that the school does on a yearly basis, it would be especially productive if they can have an opportunity to tell their stories to the younger students who might be doing a similar project the following year. A valuable extension activity would be to have each student come up with his or her own written version of the kamishibai narrative they have developed as a group without the illustrated cards and without consulting each other. Do their stories come out the same? Do some retain the sound effects and dialogue and do others just use the narrator’s voice? How do they make up for the lack of illustrations in their writing? Are they able to retain the narrative tension? What would help them to do this in their writing? These kinds of questions will come up naturally in class discussion when they read each other’s narratives. Whenever I create kamishibai with students, we generate a group rubric, usually as a list of what we have learned. Here is an example of one of the lists I have generated with a class in the past: - Bold outlines/ Centered images - Attention to direction of movement out of the stage - Changing camera angles (i.e., zooming in and pulling back, showing the characters from the front, side, or back) - Card pulling strategies: fast pulls (sudden transformations), slow transitions (“Meanwhile…”; “Three weeks later…”), half or partial card pulls - Attention to story structure and narrative tension (suspense building to a climax, strong beginnings and strong endings) - Narrative voice where appropriate - Use of dialogue between/among characters with varying tone - Characters’ thoughts (interior monologue) - Use of sound effects - Volume! Was it loud enough? After each performance, we go through this list as a group to assess the students’ work and suggest ways to make improvements. Did they use any of the card-pulling or zooming in techniques to build suspense? Did the events of their story make sense and lead up to a climax? Can their illustrations be seen from a distance? Are their voices loud enough to be heard and do they vary their tone for different characters? This list can be used as a summative assessment to make sure that they have met all the expectations of an excellent kamishibai performance. The Kamishibai for Kids website offers a lot of great tips and background information under History, How to Use, Resources, and Spotlight at www.kamishibai.com (They also provide a teachers’ guide for each one of their stories) Battino, David, and Hazuki Kataoka, of Leaf Moon Arts also offer tips about creating and performing kamishibai at www.storycardtheater.com. There are many wonderful kamishibai stories, but not all of them are equal when it comes to teaching the mechanics of the form. Here are several I would recommend for this purpose: “The One-Inch Boy,” by Jōji Tsubota, illustrated by Hisai Suzuki “Nya-on, the Kitten,” by Tsuyako Tomaru, illustrated by Kyōko Watanabe “Momotaro, the Peach Boy,” by Miyoko Matsutani, illustrated by Eigorō Futamata “Hats for the Jizos,” by Miyoko Matsutani, illustrated by Fumio Matsuyama “The Goblin, the Water-Imp, and the Thundergod,” by Satoshi Kako, illustrated by Eigorō Futamata “The Mouse’s Wedding,” by Seiichi Horiuchi, illustrated by Masao Kubo Hutchins, Pat. Rosie’s Walk. New York, Simon & Schuster, 1966. McGowan, Tara. The Kamishibai Classroom: Engaging Multiple Literacies through the Art of ‘Paper Theater.’ California: ABC-CLIO Press, 2010. ---. Performing Kamishibai: An Emerging New Literacy for a Global Audience. New York: Routledge Press, 2015. Nash, Eric. Manga kamishibai: The art of Japanese paper theater. New York: Abrams Comic Arts, 2009. Say, Allen. Kamishibai Man. Boston, MA: Houghton-Mifflin, 2005. For more in depth discussions of all these points, see The Kamishibai Classroom: Engaging Multiple Literacies through the Art of ‘Paper Theater’ (2010) and Performing Kamishibai: An Emerging New Literacy for a Global Audience (forthcoming). Download the article “The Mechanics of Kamishibai through the Art of Eigorō Futamata,” http://www.kamishibai.com/resources. Other reading standards could be addressed in the course of this curriculum, depending on the content area the teacher is using with the kamishibai format. Again, I go into more detail with examples in the downloadable article, “The Mechanics of Kamishibai through the Art of Eigorō Futamata” and in The Kamishibai Classroom. Published kamishibai are usually 12 or 16 cards for the convenience of the publisher (just like picture-books are 36 or 48 pages). Very simple stories for young children can be as short as 8 cards. But hand-made kamishibai do not have to be any pre-determined length. For an example, see The Kamishibai Classroom, page 17, where I illustrate how to map out a story on big paper, using Kyōko Watanabe’s wonderful illustrations for the kamishibai story called “Nya-on, the Kitten.”

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Educational Visit to Brecon War Museum The Digestive System -6D In Year 6D we have been using the habit of mind thinking interdependently and bringing our knowledge from the back to the front (applying past knowledge to new situations), so we could share each other’s knowledge, while we were learning about the digestive system. We used sticky notes to create a picture of the inside of our body. We researched about the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine. We learnt that each part of our digestive system has a very important role, for example our oesphagus carries food from our mouths to our stomach. We created a table about the five different food groups and their functions for example protein helps with hormones, energy and enzymes. We also labelled a diagram about the functions of our digestive system and what effect they have on our body.We used a variety of sources to give us a wider understanding about the digestive system. Year 6 Crucial Crew 2017 On Monday 5th December the children in year 6 visited St Philip Evans Church Hall for the Crucial Crew Workshop. During the morning, we found out lots of information about important life skills that will help us to remain safe and lead healthy and sensible lives. The morning was run by representatives from a number of different agencies who shared some very important messages. Western Power Distribution talked to us about electrical safety and told us how to play safely around power pylons, electrical wires and sub stations. Chloe reported, 'I found out that you shouldn’t try and get anything that falls into the sub stations as the electricity is strong enough to kill you. You should call the telephone number to ask for help.” Food Standards Agency talked to us about staying healthy through food hygiene. We found out that remembering that we can prevent ourselves from becoming sick through the 4cs; clean hands, cross contamination, cooking and chilling. For example, did you know food needs to be cooked to 65 degrees centigrade to kill bacteria (germs)? Meic a children and young person's advocacy agency talked to us about how they provide a phone line to go to for information, advice, links to other agencies for help. Resolve it gave us advice on resolving conflict and how to handle difficult situations in non-aggressive ways including self-defence. Using these reminders: Awareness- People Objects and place. Avoidance- have fun, no your limit and staying away from confrontation. Dialogue- speaking in a calm voice and using a non-aggressive body language. Action-last resort if all else fails. We also had a talk from the RNLI who gave us crucial information about staying safe when we visit the beach or are near other bodies of water. Rail Life gave information from Network Rail about staying safe around railways. Lewis reported, “We found out that you should never play around railways as a train weighs the same as 58 elephants and they take 20 football pitches distance to brake. Also, the electricity involved with some railway lines has a very high voltage.” Year 6 - Let The Sea Roar- Prayer Writing In Year 6D this week we have been using the prayer writing toolkit to write our own Advent prayers. We thought carefully about the scripture we had studied as part of our Come and See topic ‘Expectations’. Christ the king, Lord, come to the manger of my heart. Then I will open myself to the manger of your heart. I’m surrounded in yours and your sons love. You are surrounded in my love. Remind me of the gift when you sent your son from heaven. I praise you for the gift of your saviour your son. Speak to my heart today lord. Then I will speak to yours every day. This Christmas please come to my heart lord. I am sorry for all the things I have done wrong. I ask for your forgiveness because I want to be closer to you today and always. Lord hear our prayer. Lord my saviour, Help me to love others and be in your presence. I see you in my heart and you are wonderful to me. Thank you for all you have done for me. Please forgive me for all I have done wrong. We praise you for sending Jesus your son. We thank you for the gift of creation and I promise to care for our beautiful world. Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer. In 5/6 we have been using the TASC wheel to help us plan our own research all about the Victorians. We were given the challenge to solve the problem: What was life like for a child in Victorian Wales? We used the TASC wheel to help guide our learning using the Habit of Mind, ‘applying past knowledge to new situations.’ We began by carrying out a knowledge harvest of everything we knew about the problem. We recorded them in a circle map and a Victorian timeline to help give our research tasks context. Following this, we thought about what our task is .Then we thought about as many possible sub topics we could research to give us a deeper understanding of overall life for Victorian children in Wales. The topics we decided to research were: • School Life in Victorian Wales • Rich and Poor Families • Victorian Cardiff County Council Children at Play • Victorian Foods • Children in Factories • Children in the Coal Mines • General Introduction We used the Q Chart to help us to choose effective questions. We completed a QUADs grid to help us with our research and ensure our research was relevant and specific. In Y5/6 we have some exciting news! We entered a young writer’s competition where we were asked to write a short story about a crazy creature. We had to use our imagination, show awareness of the audience and purpose and use descriptive language to write our short story. We also had to summarise and keep to a word limit. This was particularly challenging as we are so used to writing extended stories. The winning entries have been published in the book, ‘Crazy Creatures- Wales.’ This week we led Key Stage 2 in a 'Way of the Cross' reflection as part of our Holy Week celebrations. The children acted, prayed and shared their understanding reverently. Here are some of our prayers: Let us pray. Help us to be brave like you. May we never be spiteful to others who hurt us. Help us always to be peacemakers. Let us pray. In spite of all the times we fall Lord, we know you will always love us. Thank you Jesus for lifting us up again and giving us the joy of your forgiveness through the sacrament of Reconciliation. Let us pray. Dear Jesus, May we always try to help people in the world who need such things as food, clean water, safe housing, a peaceful environment. Help us contribute towards making the world less cruel. Help us to come out of selfishness and open our hearts. Teach us to recognise our sins and follow the ways of forgiveness. We shared our Eco Extravaganza on our school's twitter page. We even got a response from the World Wildlife Fund! Sharing Our Learning: Persuasive Letters We have been using features of persuasive writing to write letters to supermarkets and politicians. We are going to post our letters in the hope of action and a response. We have been trying to persuade them to take action against the companies using palm oil as orangutans are under threat of extinction. Here are the letters written by Carmello and Leigha: LETTER TO A POLITICIAN St. Philip Evans RC Primary School Coed Y Gores Wednesday 2nd November 2016 National Assembly for Wales Dear the Right Honourable Carwyn Jones AM, We are writing this letter to you because we are greatly concerned about the future of the orangutans and rainforests of South-East Asia, more specifically, Indonesia and Malaysia. We are a combined class of Year 5 and 6 pupils in St. Philip Evans Primary School and in our lessons; we heard that the production of palm oil has been affecting the orangutans of Borneo and Sumatra massively. Imagine if these remarkable, treasured, special apes were wiped out because of us? I believe that the responsibility for the future of these species should rest on us, however, certainly not the way humans are handling it now. Palm oil production is destroying their habitat, right at this very second. We don’t have a choice in what we buy. Couldn’t we just insist on all products in UK only containing palm oil? This way, we can promote a guilt-free lifestyle. If you don’t know what palm oil is, it is a rose-red fruit that is roughly the size of an avocado pit. It is used in everyday products, and chances are you’ve probably used it today! Are we aware we are purchasing products that take away an animal’s life? The use of palm oil is very popular in the UK and we think that you should be appalled by the amount of products in your household that contain palm oil. A staggering 40% of products in everyday supermarkets use palm oil! This tells us we are definitely not making an effort. We consume 10kg of palm oil as an individual per year. Times that by your age. Multiply that by the amount in our class (65). Add all the family members. See what I mean? Huge quantities are being consumed at the cost of orangutans. Palm oil has a shocking impact on flora and fauna, especially the orangutans. There are 50,000 orangutans left. They are disappearing quickly. What does this say about us humans? Workers are obliged to destroy natural rainforests for money; nearly all of it is gone. Speaking of this, 300 football fields of forest are torn down every day. In addition to this, global warming is taking place as well, which adds a bigger effect to the rainforest. This is because the greenhouse gases are being released into the atmosphere as we tear down the ‘lungs of the earth.’ Palm oil is wrecking our God-given creation and we shouldn’t see the world in this state. It is our home after all. We think that Wales should think about the effects that this gives around the world. Wouldn’t it be great if Wales were the first palm oil free country? It’s quite annoying that people say they want to make a difference, but actually don’t. Therefore, it would be highly appreciated if the National Assembly took an action on palm oil. Leigha (aged 10) and the children in Y5/6GD LETTER TO A SUPERMARKET St. Philip Evans Primary, Tuesday, 8th November, 2016 Tesco Customer Services, Dundee DD1 9NF. We are writing to you because we are very concerned about the extinction of the orangutans, we are a class of Year 5 and 6 pupils at St. Philip Evans Primary in Cardiff, and we have carried out a project all about deforestation and its effect on the orangutans. As a class we have been shocked and frustrated as a result of our findings. The facts and statistics are devastating and really do speak for themselves. Do you know that 50 football fields of rainforest are destroyed every day to make way for palm oil plantations? We as individuals are making a change and pledging to spread this important eco message with our parents and local community. We must work together to make a difference. We are aware that many products that you sell use palm oil. Are you? You could use other oils; these include vegetable, olive, sunflower, coconut or canola oils. In my opinion, we still have time to save the orangutans. Years ago, orangutans were as contented as ever. But, as time went on, their habitat started to disappear, bit by bit. Now, it is worse than ever. Orangutans are expected to be extinct by 2040. We wondered if you could answer these questions: • Are you able to verify the sustainability of your palm oil? • What percent of your foods contains other oils/ sustainable palm oil? • Do you use sustainable palm oil? If so, how often? We think that every supermarket can improve, and this includes you. By using sustainable palm oil/ alternatives to palm oil together with all other supermarkets, we can lengthen the life of the orangutans. So do you want to let this lovable, amazing, endangered species so close to us become extinct because of our actions, or do you want to keep them alive? It’s your choice. We must make a new start. So let us make that start today. Carmelo and all children in Y5/6 St Philip Evans Primary School Eco Extravaganza: we shared our learning about the affects of palm oil production on orangutans with children throughout the school and parents. Thinking About Our World Fortnight How Can We Save the Orang-utans? This year’s whole school focus for Thinking About Our world fortnight is a response to Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudate Si in which he calls all people across the world to live more sustainably and care for our common home (Planet Earth.) We began the fortnight by watching CAFOD’s video animation of the Pope’s letter and discussed as a class ways in which his message could shape our lives. This became a knowledge harvest of ways in which the future of our world is endangered and ways in which we can help to save it. Following this we planned a class prayer session or gweddiwn to help ask God for his help in saving the planet as well as helping us to reflect on ways in which this message can shape our own lives. Our classes started our project with a question: How can we save the orangutan? We used ‘Communicating with Clarity and Precision to answer the question. Richard reported, “We began by watching a video from the WWF that told us a little bit about the problem, however, we wanted to find out more. We used the TASC wheel to help us guide our investigation. We thought about questions that we wanted to answer in our investigation. Mine were: - How has the production of palm oil caused orangutans to become endangered? - Which companies us palm oil in their products? - Is there a way in which we can produce palm oil without harming the orangutans? - How can we persuade companies to use palm oil? We used a QuADS grid to guide our research and we used books and websites to find the solutions. Additionally, we carried out research at home and created a learning log of our results.” Rebecca reported, “We had a visit from Phil Williams our school’s Eco Advisor. Phil talked to us about the effects of palm oil production on orangutans which are primates that live on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra in South East Asia. He talked about all the products that we use around the home that contain palm oil. We went home and found packaging of products at home that contain palm oil.” How Can We Save the Orang-utans? Our next step on the TASC wheel is to tell other people about our learning. We used the habit of mind, communicating with clarity and precision to discuss our ideas. We held a pupil voice session and discussed all the ways in which we could share our learning. As a class we decided that we wanted to write to politicians asking them to act on the use of palm oil; write to supermarkets to urge them to stop using palm oil in their products as well as producing videos to share our messages with people. In our maths lessons we looked at data about how the numbers of orangutans in the wild have changed a lot over the past 50 years due to deforestation of the rainforest. Following this, we created both pictograms and line graphs to help us interpret the data. We looked at patterns and drew conclusions about what has happened to orangutans. In our literacy lessons we have been learning about how to use persuasive devices to write persuasive letters to politicians such as Carwyn Jones AM and Teresa May PM. Additionally, some groups wrote to supermarkets. We had to persuade them to act on palm oil. We began by exploring the different persuasive devices, anecdotes, facts, opinions, rhetorical questions, exaggeration, statistics and triples. We had to use the habit of mind communicating with clarity and precision to ensure our letters were successful. We identified these features in a modelled example and then planned and wrote our letters. You can see some examples of our letters on our class webpage. We hope we get some responses back. Our next task is to produce a market place display board collaboratively as a group to share our learning about how the use of palm oil is affecting the orangutans. You can find out more by coming to our Eco Extravaganza sharing event for parents on Monday 14th November between 3-3:30pm in school. Bl 5/6 asking and answering God's questions with the Sion Community Receiving our Summer Reading Challenge Awards from Mair at Llanedeyrn Library Taking part in Cardiff University's Hydrogen Challenge Taking part in the Percy Project with Raspberry Pis Our Visit from Jehu Construction and Ivor Goodsite and Maelfa Regeneration DAHLICIOUS DAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2016 On Tuesday 13th September, to celebrate the centenary of Roald Dahl’s birth the whole school celebrated the life and works of Roald Dahl. The day started with an assembly where the children were reminded of how significant Roald Dahl is to us as he was born in Llandaff, Wales. Children dressed up as Roald Dahl characters, shared their favourite Roald Dahl books and learnt about the famous Welsh author’s writing techniques and inspirations. It was a wonderful opportunity to enthuse the children about reading and approach literacy in an engaging and exciting way. ‘Book Buddying’ also took place with older children sharing a book with children in the Foundation Phase, which really helped to promote the love of reading at St Philip Evans Primary School! The children had a fantastic day and the effort made by everybody was, as always, exceptional! Y5/6G: Assembly on Loving Our current RE Come and See topic is entitled loving or cariadus in Welsh. To begin our assembly we sang Wherever There Is Love we chose this hymn as it reminds us of God’s love for us during the darkest moments of our lives. Following the hymn, we began to share how we explored unconditional love within our families and lives. Jessica said, “My group created a bubble map that used different adjectives that described the emotions that you feel when you experience unconditional love.” Both Olivia and Natasha went on to share the poems that they had written about unconditional love. Elizabeth continued by telling the audience, “Alongside our friends and family, as Christians, we know that God loves us all unconditionally. He has created us and cares for us all. As part of our learning in this topic, and all other topics, we turned to scripture to find out about Jesus’s teaching about love and we deepened our understanding of this teaching and reflected on how it can shape our own lives.” Following this, Charlie acted out the Gospel of John and the account of Jesus’ command to his followers, “My commandment is this: love one another, just as I love you.” After the Gospel reading a number of us acted out the parable of the Prodigal Son; Jesus often used parables to help people understand his teaching. Parables are stories with a deep meaning. Jesus used the story of the prodigal son as a way to help us understand God’s unconditional love. After the dramatization of the Prodigal Son the class shared the Beatitudes which are more teachings of Jesus about how we should live our life. The children shared the different verses and explained how the other children could let these shape their lives. To bring the collective worship to a close we led the school in a time of prayer and reflection. We began by hearing a litany that we had written in an RE lesson based up upon psalm 136. Then we lead the school through prayers of intercession answering in Welsh. We challenge the school to leave our assembly with the mission of loving others as Jesus’ loves us. To finish we sang our favourite hymn We Are Children Of the Living God.

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In the world of arts and music, dance forms serve as vibrant expressions that captivate audiences with their creative movements and rhythmic patterns. From classical ballet to contemporary hip-hop, each dance form represents a unique cultural heritage and artistic style that has evolved over centuries. This article aims to explore the diverse range of dance forms found in arts and music, highlighting their significance in conveying emotions, telling stories, and connecting people across different societies. To illustrate the profound impact of dance forms on artistic expression, let us consider the example of Kathak, an ancient Indian classical dance form. Originating from northern India, Kathak is characterized by intricate footwork, graceful hand gestures (mudras), and expressive facial expressions. Traditionally performed in temples or royal courts, Kathak tells tales from Hindu mythology through fluid body movements accompanied by live musicians playing instruments such as tabla and sitar. Through its combination of technical precision and emotional depth, Kathak exemplifies how dance forms can effectively convey cultural narratives while captivating audiences with its sheer beauty. With this context in mind, it becomes evident that exploring various dance forms within arts and music not only enriches our understanding of different traditions but also offers insights into human creativity and cultural diversity. By delving into the historical origins By delving into the historical origins of dance forms, we can trace their evolution and understand how they have been shaped by social, cultural, and political influences. For example, ballet emerged during the Italian Renaissance as a courtly dance form that later developed in France under the patronage of King Louis XIV. Over time, ballet evolved into a highly technical and expressive art form, with its own vocabulary of movements and positions. Similarly, other dance forms like flamenco from Spain, tango from Argentina, or jazz dance from America are products of specific cultural contexts and histories. Flamenco, for instance, originated among the Romani people in Spain and combines elements of singing (cante), guitar playing (toque), handclapping (palmas), and dancing (baile). Tango, on the other hand, emerged in the late 19th century in Buenos Aires as an expression of working-class life and has since become a globally recognized symbol of Argentine culture. Exploring different dance forms also allows us to appreciate their role in fostering social connections and community bonds. Many traditional dances are performed collectively during festive occasions or rituals, serving as a means of celebration and unity. For example, African dances often involve rhythmic movements accompanied by communal singing and drumming, creating a sense of shared identity and belonging. In contemporary times, dance forms continue to evolve and blend with one another through cross-cultural collaborations. This fusion can be seen in genres like contemporary dance or hip-hop where artists draw inspiration from various styles to create innovative choreography that reflects modern sensibilities while still honoring their respective roots. Overall, studying diverse dance forms within arts and music provides us with a window into different cultures, histories, emotions, and human experiences. It reminds us that movement is not only a form of artistic expression but also a powerful tool for communication and connection across borders. Contemporary Dance: Pushing Boundaries and Expressing Emotions Contemporary Dance: Pushing Boundaries and Expressing Emotions Imagine a dancer moving across the stage with fluidity and grace, effortlessly expressing their deepest emotions through movement. This is the essence of contemporary dance – an art form that pushes boundaries and allows dancers to explore new possibilities for self-expression. One example that showcases the power of contemporary dance is the renowned choreographer Martha Graham’s masterpiece, “Lamentation.” In this performance, Graham used her body as a vessel to convey grief and sorrow, captivating audiences worldwide. Contemporary dance stands out for its ability to evoke a wide range of emotions. Through innovative techniques and unconventional movements, dancers have the freedom to express themselves in ways that traditional forms cannot always capture. To illustrate this point further, consider the following bullet list: - Raw intensity: Contemporary Dance often delves into intense emotional states, such as anger, despair, or passion. - Vulnerability: Dancers expose their vulnerabilities on stage by embracing imperfections and showcasing raw authenticity. - Liberation: The expressive nature of contemporary dance liberates both performers and spectators from societal norms and expectations. - Catharsis: By witnessing powerful performances filled with emotion, audience members experience cathartic release. Moreover, let us delve deeper into the world of contemporary dance through a table illustrating some key characteristics: |Fluid Movements||Graceful transitions between steps create a sense of continuity.| |Improvisation||Spontaneity allows dancers to explore their creativity in real-time.| |Partner Work||Collaborative movements build connections between performers.| |Abstract Themes||Symbolism and metaphors invite viewers to interpret meaning individually.| In conclusion, contemporary dance serves as a platform for artists to challenge conventions and push artistic boundaries while expressing complex emotions authentically. [Move to subsequent section about “Ballet: Graceful Movements and Classic Elegance”] Ballet: Graceful Movements and Classic Elegance Continuing our exploration of dance forms, we now delve into the world of ballet. Ballet’s rich history and refined technique have made it an enduring art form that captivates audiences worldwide. To understand the essence of ballet, let us consider a hypothetical example. Imagine a young aspiring dancer named Emily who has been training rigorously for years. Her dream is to perform with one of the most prestigious ballet companies in the world. With every graceful movement she executes, Emily tells a story through her precise footwork, flowing lines, and fluid gestures. This dance form encompasses both technical precision and emotional storytelling. To better appreciate its unique characteristics, here are some key aspects: - Poise and Posture: Ballet dancers maintain impeccable posture throughout their performances, creating an illusion of effortlessness. - Turnout Technique: Dancers rotate their legs outward from the hip joints, enabling them to achieve elegant positions such as arabesques and pirouettes. - Pointe Work: Female dancers often don pointe shoes to dance on their toes, showcasing extraordinary strength and balance. - Pas de Deux: Duets performed by male-female pairs embody gracefulness and harmony between partners. In addition to these elements, ballet brings forth a range of emotions through intricate choreography and expressive movements. The following table illustrates some common emotional themes found in this captivating dance form: |Love||Passionate duets portraying romantic connections| |Tragedy||Dramatic narratives evoking sorrow or loss| |Joy||Lively and exuberant group dances| |Triumph||Powerful performances depicting personal victories| In conclusion, ballet’s blend of technical prowess and artistic storytelling has allowed it to endure as a revered dance form. From conveying love and joy to exploring tragedy and triumph, this art form continues to captivate audiences with its gracefulness and classic elegance. As we move forward in our exploration of dance forms, let us now turn our attention to the rhythmic footwork and percussive beats of tap dance. Tap Dance: Rhythmic Footwork and Percussive Beats Building on the elegance of ballet and the rhythmic footwork of tap dance, we now turn our attention to another captivating form of movement expression – Bollywood Dance. With its dynamic energy and vibrant storytelling, this dance style has gained immense popularity around the world. Bollywood Dance encompasses various forms of folk and classical Indian dances infused with modern elements. It is characterized by fast-paced movements, intricate hand gestures, energetic footwork, and expressive facial expressions. The fusion of traditional and contemporary dance steps creates a visually stunning experience for both performers and audiences alike. To illustrate the impact of Bollywood Dance as an art form that transcends cultural boundaries, let us consider a hypothetical scenario where an international dance competition takes place in New York City. Dancers from different countries come together to showcase their unique styles, but it is the Bollywood Dance performance that steals the show. The audience is enthralled by the colorful costumes, synchronized choreography, and infectious enthusiasm radiating from the stage. This awe-inspiring display can be attributed to several key factors that make Bollywood Dance so captivating: - Fusion of Music and Movement: Bollywood songs play a crucial role in driving the narrative of each dance routine. The music sets the mood and rhythm while guiding dancers through various emotions portrayed in their performances. - Visual Spectacle: Elaborate sets, dazzling costumes adorned with sequins and vibrant colors create a visual feast for spectators. Each dancer becomes a living work of art on stage. - Emotionally Charged Storytelling: From joyful celebrations to heart-wrenching tragedies, Bollywood Dance enables performers to convey complex emotions through graceful movements. This ability to communicate stories resonates deeply with audiences across cultures. - Inclusive Nature: One remarkable aspect of Bollywood Dance is its inclusivity. People from all walks of life can participate and enjoy this art form regardless of age, gender or background. |Fusion of Music||Bollywood songs guide the rhythm and narrative, enhancing the emotional impact of performances.| |Visual Spectacle||Elaborate sets, vibrant costumes, and intricate choreography combine to create a visually stunning experience on stage.| |Emotionally Charged Storytelling||Dancers use movements to tell stories that resonate deeply with audiences across cultures.| |Inclusive Nature||Bollywood Dance welcomes everyone, breaking barriers and allowing people from all backgrounds to participate and enjoy it.| Incorporating these elements into their routines, Bollywood dancers captivate spectators by transporting them into a world filled with dynamic energy and enchanting narratives. This form of expression not only entertains but also fosters cultural exchange and appreciation. Continuing our exploration of diverse dance forms, let us now delve into the realm of Flamenco – an artful Spanish tradition brimming with passion and intensity. Bollywood Dance: Dynamic Energy and Vibrant Storytelling Building on the rhythmic footwork and percussive beats of tap dance, let us now delve into another vibrant dance form that has captivated audiences worldwide. H2: Bollywood Dance: Dynamic Energy and Vibrant Storytelling Bollywood dance is a highly energetic and expressive form of movement that originated in India’s Hindi film industry. With its fusion of traditional Indian classical, folk, and contemporary dance styles, Bollywood dance showcases dynamic choreography filled with passion and storytelling. To illustrate this point, let us consider an example where a group of dancers perform a lively Bollywood routine to the popular song “Jai Ho” from the movie Slumdog Millionaire. This visually captivating style can evoke various emotions in the audience through: - Elation: The infectious energy and enthusiasm displayed by the performers create a sense of joy and celebration. - Romance: Graceful movements accompanied by soul-stirring music often portray love stories that resonate deeply with viewers. - Empowerment: Through powerful gestures and confident expressions, Bollywood dance empowers individuals to embrace their strength and overcome challenges. - Nostalgia: Incorporating elements from traditional Indian dances like Kathak or Bharatanatyam can transport spectators back to their cultural roots or introduce them to new artistic traditions. In addition to its emotional impact, Bollywood dance also exemplifies intricate choreography techniques such as syncopated rhythms, graceful hand gestures (mudras), and synchronized formations among performers. This combination creates visually stunning performances that leave audiences mesmerized. Now shifting our focus from vibrant storytelling to passionate partner dancing, we will explore the allure of Salsa – a Latin-inspired art form known for its fiery moves and intense connection between partners. Salsa: Passionate Partner Dance with Latin Flair Building on the vibrant and energetic Bollywood dance, we now turn our attention to another captivating form of expression – Salsa. This passionate partner dance originating from Latin America is known for its lively movements and infectious rhythms that have captivated dancers around the world. Salsa, with its origins in Cuba during the 1940s, quickly spread throughout Latin America and eventually gained international popularity. Its fusion of African and European influences resulted in a unique blend of music and movement that embodies passion, sensuality, and joy. To illustrate the impact of salsa on global culture, let us consider a hypothetical scenario where an individual named Maria discovered this enchanting dance style while studying abroad in South America. Maria’s encounter with salsa was transformative as she immersed herself in its pulsating beats and intricate footwork. The experience not only awakened her senses but also allowed her to embrace a new sense of freedom through self-expression. She found solace in the rhythmic connection between herself and her partner, transcending language barriers as they communicated through fluid movements. To delve deeper into the essence of salsa, it is important to highlight some key characteristics: - Syncopated Rhythm: Salsa thrives on syncopation, emphasizing offbeat accents that add complexity and excitement to the dance. - Partner Connection: A fundamental aspect of salsa is the connection between partners. Through leading and following techniques, dancers create a seamless dialogue that allows for improvisation within set patterns. - Sensual Body Movements: Salsa embraces body isolations, hip sways, shoulder rolls, and playful spins to enhance the overall expressiveness of the dance. - Social Interaction: Beyond being purely performative or competitive, salsa is deeply rooted in social interaction. It fosters connections among individuals who come together to share their love for this exhilarating art form. |Syncopated Rhythm||Emphasizes offbeat accents, adding complexity and excitement to the dance.| |Partner Connection||Relies on the connection between partners, creating a seamless dialogue for improvisation.| |Sensual Movements||Incorporates body isolations, hip sways, shoulder rolls, and spins to enhance expressiveness.| |Social Interaction||Encourages connections among individuals who share their love for salsa as a social activity.| As dancers immerse themselves in salsa’s exuberant atmosphere filled with pulsating rhythms and enticing movements, it is evident that this captivating partner dance continues to captivate hearts worldwide. With its vibrant storytelling and energetic movements, Bollywood dance offers an immersive experience like no other. However, there exists another fascinating realm where various styles converge – Fusion Dance: Blending Styles and Creating Unique Artistry. Fusion Dance: Blending Styles and Creating Unique Artistry Transitioning from the passionate moves of salsa, we now turn our attention to fusion dance – a captivating art form that blends various styles together, creating unique expressions of movement. To illustrate this concept, let us consider the hypothetical case study of a dancer who merges classical ballet with hip-hop elements, resulting in a visually stunning and emotionally powerful performance. Fusion dance allows artists to transcend traditional boundaries and explore new possibilities by integrating different techniques and influences. This versatile style encourages creativity and innovation while providing dancers with an opportunity to push their artistic boundaries. For instance, imagine a contemporary dancer incorporating elements of Indian Kathak into their routine, seamlessly merging intricate footwork and hand gestures with fluid movements and emotional storytelling. To better understand the impact of fusion dance on both performers and audiences alike, let us delve into its key characteristics: - Fluidity: Fusion dance emphasizes seamless transitions between contrasting styles, creating a mesmerizing flow of movement. - Versatility: Artists have the freedom to experiment with diverse genres such as jazz, contemporary, folkloric dances, or even martial arts techniques. - Emotional range: By combining different forms of expression, fusion dance can evoke a wide spectrum of emotions ranging from joyous exuberance to profound introspection. - Cultural exchange: Through the incorporation of multiple cultural influences, fusion dance becomes a celebration of diversity and promotes cross-cultural understanding. To further illustrate these aspects, consider the following table showcasing examples of popular fusion dance styles: |Fusion Dance Style||Key Elements| |Bhangra Funk||Traditional Punjabi Bhangra steps fused with urban street dance moves| |Flamenco Tango||The fiery passion and rhythms of flamenco combined with the sensuality and elegance of tango| |Afro-Cuban Jazz||African-based movements infused with Cuban rhythms set against the backdrop of jazz music| |Bharatanatyam Hip-Hop||Classical South Indian dance form merged with the energetic and expressive elements of hip-hop| In conclusion, fusion dance offers a platform for artists to explore new dimensions in movement by merging different styles together. This innovative approach not only challenges dancers to expand their artistic horizons but also captivates audiences through its unique blend of techniques, emotions, and cultural influences. As we now transition into our next exploration of jazz dance – characterized by syncopated rhythms and improvisational moves – let us continue this journey of discovery. Jazz Dance: Syncopated Rhythms and Improvisational Moves Building upon the concept of blending different dance styles, we now delve into the captivating world of Jazz Dance. With its syncopated rhythms and improvisational moves, Jazz Dance is a dynamic art form that has made a significant impact on the realm of performing arts. Jazz Dance exemplifies versatility through its fusion of African-American vernacular dances with elements of ballet and contemporary techniques. This unique blend creates an expressive style characterized by fluidity, quick footwork, and intricate body isolations. To illustrate this point, let us consider a hypothetical example: imagine a Jazz Dance performance where dancers seamlessly transition from smooth, flowing movements to explosive bursts of energy accompanied by pulsating jazz music. Such choreography showcases the ability of Jazz Dance to convey emotions ranging from joyous exuberance to poignant introspection. To further understand the essence of Jazz Dance, let’s explore some key features: - Syncopation: The use of unexpected accentuations in rhythm adds complexity and excitement to movements. - Improvisation: Dancers often have opportunities to spontaneously create steps or variations within set choreography, allowing for personal expression. - Isolations: Individual parts of the body are emphasized or moved independently while maintaining control over other areas. - Swing style: Influenced by swing music, Jazz Dance embodies a sense of playfulness and infectious energy. |Syncopation||Unexpected accents in rhythm add complexity and excitement| |Improvisation||Spontaneous creation within set choreography allows for personal expression| |Isolations||Emphasizing specific body parts or moving them independently| |Swing Style||Playful and energetic movement influenced by swing music| Through these characteristics, Jazz Dance captivates audiences around the world. Its vibrant nature fosters emotional connections between performers and spectators alike. As we move forward, we will now transition into exploring the next section on Hip Hop Dance: Urban Street Style with Powerful Choreography. The rhythmic beats and street-inspired movements of Hip Hop Dance bring yet another fascinating perspective to the realm of dance expression. Hip Hop Dance: Urban Street Style with Powerful Choreography Building upon the energetic and free-spirited nature of jazz dance, we now turn our attention to another dynamic form of expression – hip hop dance. With its roots deeply embedded in urban street culture, hip hop dance has become a powerful movement that combines intricate choreography with individual artistic style. Section H2: Hip Hop Dance: Urban Street Style with Powerful Choreography Hip hop dance emerged in the 1970s within African American and Latino communities in New York City. It quickly gained popularity as a way for young people to express themselves through music and movement. An example of how hip hop dance can captivate an audience is showcased in the case study of a renowned crew known as The Rock Steady Crew. This group not only revolutionized b-boying (breakdancing), but also became global ambassadors for the art form, showcasing their talent on stages around the world. To truly appreciate hip hop dance, it is important to understand some key elements that define this unique style: - Musicality: Hip hop dancers have an innate ability to interpret complex rhythms and syncopated beats, adding their own personal flair to each move. - Isolation: Precise control over specific body parts allows dancers to create distinct movements, such as popping and locking, which emphasize sharp stops and sudden releases. - Freestyle: Improvisation plays a significant role in hip hop dance, allowing individuals to showcase their creativity through spontaneous moves that respond directly to the music. - Street-inspired Moves: Drawing inspiration from various styles like breakdance, funk styles, and party dances, hip hop incorporates diverse movements that reflect the energy and attitude found within urban environments. |Elements of Hip Hop Dance| Engaging audiences worldwide with its infectious spirit and captivating performances, hip hop dance continues to evolve while maintaining its urban roots. As we delve deeper into the world of expressive movement, our next exploration will take us to the passionate realm of Flamenco – a dance form characterized by fiery footwork and expressive hand movements. With hip hop’s infectious energy fueling our journey, let us now venture into the mesmerizing world of Flamenco, where fiery footwork and expressive hand movements intertwine in an embrace of raw emotion. Flamenco: Fiery Footwork and Expressive Hand Movements Continuing our exploration of dance forms, we now delve into the captivating world of Flamenco. With its origins deeply rooted in Spanish culture, Flamenco mesmerizes audiences worldwide through its fiery footwork and expressive hand movements. Let us delve into the unique characteristics that make Flamenco a distinctive and passionate art form. One can truly appreciate the depth of emotion conveyed through Flamenco by examining its powerful impact on individuals. For instance, imagine a hypothetical scenario where an individual who has experienced heartbreak finds solace in attending a traditional Flamenco performance. As they witness the intricate footwork, vigorous hand clapping, and soul-stirring melodies, their own emotions become intertwined with those expressed by the dancers and musicians. This immersive experience allows them to connect with their feelings on a profound level while simultaneously appreciating the technical prowess displayed before them. To further understand this evocative dance form, let us explore some key elements that define Flamenco: - Passionate Gestures: The dancers’ movements are characterized by intense passion and raw emotion conveyed through dramatic gestures. - Compelling Rhythms: The percussive sounds created using rhythmic finger snapping, hand clapping, guitar strumming, and heel taps produce an engaging auditory experience for both performers and spectators. - Ornate Costumes: Elaborately designed costumes adorned with vibrant colors reflect the cultural heritage of Spain’s Andalusian region from which Flamenco originated. - Improvisation Skills: While maintaining certain structural elements within choreographed pieces, skilled Flamenco artists possess remarkable improvisational abilities that allow them to respond spontaneously to music or fellow performers. To illustrate the diversity within Flamenco, consider the following table showcasing various styles and their notable characteristics: |Alegrias||Uplifting and joyful||Graceful arm movements with quick footwork| |Solea||Deeply emotional and introspective||Slow tempo, intense facial expressions| |Bulerias||Lively and energetic||Rapid footwork accompanied by lively guitar rhythms| |Tangos||Passionate and flirtatious||Syncopated beats, playful gestures| In summary, Flamenco captivates audiences through its passionate gestures, compelling rhythms, ornate costumes, and improvisation skills. The fusion of these elements creates a rich tapestry of emotions that can truly touch the hearts of those who witness this art form’s beauty. As we continue our exploration into dance forms that push boundaries while honoring cultural heritage, we now turn our attention to Irish Step Dance – a performance style renowned for its precise footwork and rich cultural significance Irish Step Dance: Precise Footwork and Rich Cultural Heritage Transitioning from the fiery footwork and expressive hand movements of Flamenco, we now delve into the world of Irish Step Dance. This traditional form of dance showcases precise footwork and a rich cultural heritage that has captivated audiences around the globe. To illustrate the impact of Irish Step Dance, let’s consider a hypothetical scenario: Imagine a young dancer named Sarah who joins an Irish Step Dance troupe in her community. Through rigorous training and dedicated practice, Sarah becomes proficient in executing intricate footwork patterns and graceful upper body movements. With each performance, she mesmerizes spectators with her precision and passion for this unique art form. Irish Step Dance is known for its distinct characteristics, which are observed through various elements: - Percussive Footwork: The dancers’ feet strike the ground with remarkable speed and precision, creating rhythmic sounds that add to the musicality of the performance. - Upright Posture: Dancers maintain an upright posture throughout their routines while performing swift leg movements, showcasing both strength and grace. - Traditional Costumes: Elaborate costumes play an integral role in Irish Step Dance, often featuring vibrant colors, intricate designs, and accessories like hard shoes or soft shoes depending on the style. - Cultural Significance: Rooted in Ireland’s history and folklore, Irish Step Dance reflects the country’s traditions and serves as a way to celebrate its cultural identity. Let us now turn our attention towards evoking an emotional response by presenting a bullet point list depicting some emotions associated with Irish Step Dance: - Awe-inspiring rhythms - Joyful expressions - Pride in heritage - Unity among performers Furthermore, we can evoke further emotion by including a table displaying different aspects related to Irish Step Dance: |Rhythmic Patterns||Complex sequences of footwork executed with precision| |Musical Accompaniment||Traditional Irish music that complements the dance routines| |Cultural Identity||Reflects Ireland’s rich cultural heritage and traditions| |Community Bonding||Brings together dancers, instructors, and enthusiasts in a shared passion| As we conclude our exploration of Irish Step Dance, we transition seamlessly to the subsequent section about “Swing Dance: Energetic Jive and Fun Partner Connection.” This energetic form of dance brings people together through its lively movements and unique partner connection. [Start next section here without repeating ‘step’] Swing Dance: Energetic Jive and Fun Partner Connection Building upon the exploration of Irish Step Dance’s precision and cultural significance, we now delve into another captivating dance form that showcases a lively energy and fosters a strong connection between partners. Swing Dance, with its jazzy rhythms and exuberant movements, has gained popularity worldwide for its infectious joy and unique style. Swing Dance: Energetic Jive and Fun Partner Connection To illustrate the charm and dynamism of swing dance, let us consider an example where two dancers effortlessly glide across the floor, their bodies synchronized to the rhythm of a swinging jazz band. As they twirl in perfect harmony, their smiles radiate pure delight, inviting onlookers into this spirited celebration of movement. This case study exemplifies how swing dance embodies not only physical agility but also emotional expression. The Characteristics of Swing Dance: Swing dance encompasses various styles such as Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa, and West Coast Swing. Each style possesses distinct characteristics while sharing common elements that define the genre. These include: - Upbeat Tempo: With lively beats ranging from 120 to 200 per minute, swing dance demands quick footwork and dynamic body movements. - Partner Connection: Unlike solo dances like Irish Step Dance, swing dance emphasizes collaboration between partners through leading and following techniques. - Improvisation: A key feature of swing dance is improvisation within established patterns or moves, allowing dancers to showcase their creativity while staying connected with their partners. - Acrobatic Elements: Some styles incorporate flashy lifts, spins, aerials (mid-air maneuvers), adding excitement and spectacle to performances. The vibrant nature of swing dance evokes a range of emotions among both participants and spectators alike. Here are some ways in which this expressive art form touches our hearts: Markdown bullet list: - It ignites feelings of exhilaration as dancers execute high-energy moves with fluidity and precision. - It fosters a sense of connection and unity as partners move together in sync, creating an intimate bond through shared movements. - It evokes nostalgia for the golden age of swing dance, transporting us to a bygone era filled with elegance and joie de vivre. - It sparks admiration for the skillful execution of intricate footwork and acrobatic elements, captivating audiences with dazzling displays. Swing Dance Styles Comparison: Let’s take a closer look at four popular styles within the realm of swing dance. The following table provides an overview comparing their key characteristics: |Style||Origin||Tempo Range (BPM)||Key Features| |Lindy Hop||Harlem, NY||120-180||Partner improvisation, aerials, energetic footwork| |Charleston||USA||180+||High-energy kicks, solo jazz steps| |Balboa||Southern CA||200+||Close partner connection, intricate footwork| |West Coast Swi|

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Table of Contents Cuneiform Writing Techniques (For an expanded version of this page, see https://cuneiform.neocities.org/CWT/CWT.html) When cuneiform writing was first invented in ancient Sumer, the scribes scratched signs on the moist clay by means of a pointed instrument (fig. 1). Soon, however, they realized that it would be far more effective to impress marks using an angular-tipped tool. By doing so, they gave birth to the basic element of the cuneiform script: the ‘wedge’. By appearance, wedges are tiny impressions of pyramidal shape. Thomas Hyde, one of the first Western scholars to provide an account of cuneiform script, described them in 1700 as “ductuli pyramidales seu cuneiformes”. The wedge can therefore be abstracted as a tetrahedron, and the stylus’ writing tip as a polyhedral cone (fig. 2). The reed stylus The Sumerian word for stylus, ‘tablet-reed’ (GI DUB(-BA), Akkadian qantuppi), betrays the origin of the tool. Various species of reed were abundant in ancient Mesopotamia and Syria, and one of them, Arundo donax (giant reed), presented the optimal characteristics to serve as a writing tool. Split in an appropriate way, it provides a perfect stylus thanks to its ready availability, its solid stalk, and its glossy, waterproof skin (fig. 3). Reed styli leave behind a characteristic pattern: the right-hand face of the wedge is smooth and slightly curved, whereas the left-hand face is flat and commonly displays fibrous impressions. The glossy outer skin of the reed prevents the stylus from sticking to the clay while being used, which is probably the reason why the curved part of the stylus was regularly used to impress the wider, right-hand face of the wedges (fig. 4). Bone and metal styli Although widely used in Mesopotamia down to the very end of the cuneiform age, reed was not the only material to be used. At the site of Tell ed-Dēr (Sippar-Amnanum), archeologists found twelve bone instruments which can be securely interpreted as writing styli. They look like short slats, bevelled at one or both ends, with right-angled or slightly sloped tips (fig. 5). Furthermore, there is at least one entire scribal tradition which never made use of reed: in Hittite tablets, all wedge faces are smooth and flat, without any curvature or fibrous impressions. This fact points to the use of metal or bone styli, and indeed, the discovery of alleged bone styli from the site of Kayalıpınar (Hittite Šamuha) seems to corroborate this theory. That Hittite styli were not made of reed is also suggested by a letter in which the scribe Tarhunmiya, likely on expedition, asks his “beloved brother” in Tapikka to send him a new stylus since his own was “broken” or “lost”. In Mesopotamian corpora as well, the presence of the ‘reed pattern’ happens to be less frequent than traditionally assumed, a fact which points to a wider use of bone or metal styli. Rulings were made either with the stylus or with slats or cords; the method used to create these rulings can be determined based on their appearance. Indeed, scribes must have at their disposal a variety of slats, brushes and cords to shape and smooth the tablets. Most impressions of oval, rectangular, trapezoidal, or triangular form, occasionally found on the manuscripts, originate from such tools; in a few cases, shape and dimensions are compatible with the assumption that they may correspond to a section of the stylus. Stylus’ length and handling The fact that both the styli from Tell ed-Dēr and those from Kayalıpınar are only a few centimeters long shows that a stylus could be a very short device. This fits well with speculations of the bio-mechanical nature by which the ancient scribes may have handled the stylus, and is corroborated by the depictions of styli as found in seals and Neo-Assyrian stelae; also, seemingly, by the peculiar appearance of rulings on some tablets. On the other hand, the average length of styli may not stay stable across different times and places, so the determination of ‘average’ stylus’ length(s) remains a very speculative issue. Moreover, much is known about scribal curricula and apprenticeships, but very little about issues concerning writing technique: what was the posture of scribes when they worked? Where did they place big tablets while writing? And how fast could they write? Indeed, speed in writing was much appreciated in the ancient Near East, at least if we generalize the Sumerian proverb according to which “a scribe whose hand can keep up with the mouth, he is indeed a scribe!”. Whereas sign forms evolved considerably in the course of time, the order in which scribes impressed the wedges within the various possible configurations was highly standardized, at least since the Old Babylonian period: recent studies by J. Taylor and A. Bramanti show that in Mesopotamia a fixed order of strokes existed for most signs from that time on, whereas more variability reigned during the Early Dynastic period, when the system was not yet fully established. Depictions of scribes at work, mostly from Neo-Assyrian reliefs, show them standing in the act of recording booty. They hold the styli between the thumb and all other fingers extended, while the tablet lays flat on the left hand. A stela possibly dating to the Ur III period and the well-known Assyrian mural painting from Til Barsip are the only known sources to show a scribe in the very act of writing on a clay tablet. In both cases, the scribe holds the stylus by handling its lower part with the hand in a half-supinate position. This fits well with the assumption that the supinate or half-supinate position would be advantageous for writing cuneiform, allowing the hand to pass more easily from horizontal to vertical wedges and vice versa (fig. 6). The stylus of Nabu The stylus was the symbol of Nabu, the god of scribal knowledge and writing; as such we find it represented in Babylonian kudurrus, Neo-Assyrian stelae and reliefs, and in countless seals from Mesopotamia and Syria. Most times, the stylus alone is depicted; whereas grooved styli (for waxed boards) are normally depicted as double rods, cuneiform styli (for clay tablets) appear as tapered trapezoids, or more rarely as triangles, with a right-angled or slanted tip. In seals, however, the stylus enjoys a blooming, chameleonic life, being often stylized as a hybrid between a stylus and a wedge, or even as a wedge tout court. Sometimes, Nabu himself is depicted on the seal, fiercely holding his divine, magically wedge-like stylus (fig. 7). Cuneiform on wax Waxed boards were extensively used in the Ancient Near East, both for ephemeral records and for compositions intended for libraries and erudite collections. It has been calculated that at least one-third of Aššurbanipal’s library likely consisted of board-books. Attested in textual sources from the end of the 3rd millennium BC onwards, writing boards are archaeologically documented for the 2nd and 1st millennium BC: examples are known from the Ulu Burun shipwreck, Aššur, and Nimrud (fig. 8). The boards were made of wood or ivory, two or more leaves being hinged together to form diptychs, triptychs, or polyptychs. The sunken portion of each leaf accommodated a layer of beeswax mixed with other substances, primarily yellow ochre or orpiment, which made the paste apt to be written on and gave it a yellowish colour. On wax, both cuneiform and linear scripts like aramaic or hieroglyphs could be used. The existence of waxed boards inscribed in Luwian hieroglyphs in Hittite Anatolia is virtually assured by the discovery at Boğazköy/Hattuša of bronze styli with pointed tip and a spatula at the back end (fig. 9); Anatolian hieroglyphs continued to be used on waxed boards in Iron Age Syria (fig. 10). On the other hand, two of the Neo-Assyrian writing boards from Nimrud still preserve a portion of the wax layer inscribed with cuneiform signs (fig. 11). At least in some cases, cuneiform styli used for waxed boards seem to have been immersed in a special fat, probably serving as a release agent to prevent the wax paste bonding to the stylus. In a letter to the Assyrian king Aššurbanipal, Babylonian scholars refer to “[ … ] syrup, ghee and pressed (oil) for the kettle of their styli, to soak (them into it)”. Furthermore, styli connected with writing boards, as depicted on seals and reliefs, display two peculiarities as compared to those used for clay tablets: scribes with board-books are regularly shown holding the stylus with their index and middle fingers extended; moreover, their styli show a groove on one side (fig. 12). What purpose did the groove serve? On the one hand, it may be an iconographic motif, which would consist in a symbolic representation of a closed diptych in profile view. On the other hand, its function may also have been connected to the occasional use of an oil-based release agent as mentioned above. Cuneiform on hard materials Although cuneiform script had been originally designed for clay tablets, in the course of the centuries it was also used on metal, stone, and other hard materials. In these cases, the wedges had to be carved, scratched, painted, or impressed through techniques other than the ones used for clay or wax. As a consequence, the shape of these wedges differs substantially from that of the ‘canonical’ ones, even in those cases when signs retain a three-dimensional form. On the Middle Assyrian bronze cross VA 5379, the wedges were obtained by beating an iron punch on the bronze surface, as reconstructed by G. Jendritzki at the Vorderasiatisches Museum in Berlin. The wedge was shaped through multiple blows: a first blow produced the wedge’s ‘head’, the following ones the ‘tail’ (fig. 13). A different technique was used for the Hittite Bronze Tablet from the time of Tudhaliya IV, where the wedges do not display sharp angles, and still other methods were used to carve wedges on stone, for inscriptions or seals. Cuneiform signs could also be painted with ink, scratched, or cut onto hard materials. A wide variety of strategies are applied to convey the three-dimensional geometry of the wedges in a basically two-dimensional frame: whereas some single out the inner edges, some others prefer the outer ones, and still others opt for a stylized adaptation, up to the Mittellinien used in most line drawings of our times (fig. 14). The extent to which an adapted, cuneiform-like script was used on wooden tablets remains uncertain, particularly in consideration of the fact that terminological distinctions between different types of writing boards are opaque to us. Thus, it is not unconceivable that a number of references to wooden writing boards actually refer to tablets on which the signs, whether cuneiform or not, were inked directly on wood rather than impressed on a wax layer. Wedge analysis and quantitative palaeography Since not a single example of a stylus has survived, writing techniques are best investigated through the traces styli left behind on the tablets, i.e. through the evidence of the wedges. Today, 3D digitizing and computer-aided image processing provide the possibility of precise measurements of the wedges’ geometrical properties, thus opening up new perspectives in palaeographical studies. Based on the factors which determine the relationship between the writing tip and the wedge impression, the geometrical configuration of the stylus’ tip can be predicated based on the interaction of the stylus’ edges and its trajectory during the impression. This means that, depending on the way they have been cut, certain styli will tend to produce wedges with stable inner angles, whereas others will not. A statistical analysis of the geometrical properties of the wedges and of their behaviour across different wedge types is therefore able to characterize the handwriting of a specific tablet, scribe, or script: this is the domain of quantitative palaeography and script metrology, a field with crucial implications for the identification of joins, the attribution of tablets, and the synchronic/diacronic differentiation of scripts (fig. 15). Writing cuneiform is much easier than you may think… and it’s fun! First, shape the clay to form your tablet, rolling out and folding multiple sheets of clay, much like kneading a pizza dough – best of all, follow this 4000 year-old Sumerian recipe: “[quick], come here, take the clay, knead it, flatten it, [mix(?) it], roll it (like a ball), make it thick, make (the tablet)!”. Then, make your own stylus from a reed stalk, or just take ready-to-use chopsticks, and start writing: it’s simply a matter of pressing the stylus’ corner into the moist clay, the signs consisting of combinations of wedges and each wedge being obtained through a separate impression (fig. 16). There are three basic types of wedges: vertical, horizontal, and oblique; to pass from one to another and to determine the wedge’s length is all a matter of varying the stylus’ orientation to the tablet and the angle at which it meets the surface. Enjoy! (For an expanded “tutorial” and related material, see https://cuneiform.neocities.org/CWT/howtowritecuneiform.html) Fig 1: The signs on this archaic cuneiform tablet, dating to the end of the 4th millennium BC (Uruk III), still display curved traits. Fig. 2: The basic shape of wedge and stylus tip can be abstracted as tetrahedron and polyhedral cone respectively. Fig. 3: Arundo donax (giant reed); possible ways to split the stalk in order to obtain a stylus (drawings by J. Marzahn and A. Bramanti). Fig. 4: Close-up from the Old Babylonian tablet VAT 8136, with wedges displaying curved right-hand face and fibrous impressions on the left-hand face. Fig. 5: The bone styli from Tell ed-Dēr. Fig. 6: Representations of styli for cuneiform script on clay tablets. Detail from the limestone stela VA 7245, possibly dating to the Ur III period, from the mural painting of Til Barsip, ascribed to Šalmaneser V (modern copy), and from Neo-Assyrian reliefs. Fig. 7: The cuneiform stylus as symbol of Nabu, as depicted on kudurrus, stelae and seals from all over the Ancient Near East. Note the conceptual progression from stylus as writing tool to stylus as idealized wedge. Fig. 8: The Late Bronze Age Ulu Burun dyptich (boxwood, each leaf 9.5 × 6.2 cm), and one of the writing boards from Nimrud (ivory, each leaf 34 × 16 cm). Fig. 9: Bronze styli from Hattuša/Boğazköy, 2nd millennium BC, used to write Anatolian hieroglyphs on waxed boards. Fig. 10: The funerary stela of the augur Tarhunpiya, with folded writing board and stylus (note the spatula at its bottom end), from Maras, 8th century BC. Fig. 11: Detail of the wax layer of one ivory writing board from Nimrud, still preserving a part of the astronomical omen series Enuma Anu Enlil inscribed in cuneiform script. Fig. 12: Depictions of scribes writing cuneiform on waxed boards, found in Neo-Assyrian reliefs. When the scribes face left, the ‘inner’ side of the stylus is visible, showing a groove; otherwise the ‘outer’ side is displayed, showing a horizontal band in the middle. The right-angled shape of the writing tip leaves no doubt that these styli are meant for cueniform script. The ‘grooved’ stylus as symbol of Nabu, appearing on kudurrus, stelae, and seals. Fig 13: The writing technique used for the bronze cross VA 5379, as reconstructed by G. Jendritzki. Fig. 14: Different strategies, ancient and modern, to convey cuneiform script in 2D. Fig 15: Coordinate framework for the description of the stylus’ trajectory; side view of the impression process; computer-aided wedge recognition on a 3D model of cuneiform tablet. Fig. 16: Giant reed stalks, saw, and chisel: all you need to make a stylus. A modern scribe at play: Prof. Theo van den Hout of the Chicago Oriental Institute. Picture sources and credits Fig 1: AO 19936, © 2011 Musée du Louvre/Thierry Ollivier. Fig. 2: 3D-Joins und Schriftmetrologie, www.cuneiform.de. Fig. 3: Giant reed: public domain, www.biolib.de / Wikipedia; drawings after J. Marzahn, Die Keilschrift, in: W. Seipel (ed.), Der Turmbau zu Babel, 2003, 87 fig. 4, and A. Bramanti, The Cuneiform Stylus. Some Addenda, CDLN 2015:12, figs. 12-13. Fig. 4: VAT 8136, photo by M. Cammarosano, with kind permission of the VorderasiatischesMuseum, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Preußischer Kulturbesitz. Fig. 5: After H. Gasche, La Babylonie au 17e siècle avant notre ère, Gent 1989, Pl. 45. Fig. 6: After J. Marzahn – G. Schauerte, Babylon – Wahrheit, Berlin 2008, 338 Fig. 257; A. Parrot, Assur, München 1961, 278 fig. 348; M. Cammarosano, The Cuneiform Stylus, Mesopotamia 49, 2014, 58 fig. 4 nos. 3-6. Fig. 7: After M. Cammarosano, The Cuneiform Stylus, Mesopotamia 49, 2014, 61 fig. 5 nos. 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 12, 13, 26, 27; Nabu holding the stylus: after CANES I, no. 691. Fig. 8: Ulu-Burun writing board: photo © Institute of Nautical Archaeology; drawing after R. Payton, The Ulu Burun Writing-Board Set, AnSt 41, 1991, 105 fig. 4; Nimrud writing board: BM 131952, © Trustees of the British Museum. Fig. 9: After R.M. Boehmer, Die Kleinfunde von Boğazköy aus den Grabungskampagnen 1931-1939 und 1952-1969, Berlin 1972, Pl. 41. Fig. 10: AO 19222, © 2011 Musée du Louvre/RMN Franck Raux. Fig. 11: BM 131952, © Trustees of the British Museum. Fig. 12: Left to right and top to bottom: BM 124955, © Trustees of the British Museum, after J. Reade, Assyrian Scultpure, 1983, 33; Burrell Collection, Glasgow, 28.33, after Barnett et al., Sculptures from the Southwest Palace of Sennacherib at Nineveh, London 1998, 84 Pl. 222; Nahr-al-Kalb relief of Esarhaddon, after VS 1 Beiheft, Pl. 8; BKR 96; Sam’al stela of Esarhaddon at the Vorderasiatisches Museum, Berlin. Fig 13: After G. Jendritzki, Zur Restaurierung und Technologie des Bronzekreuzes VA 5379, Baghdader Mitteilungen 28, 1997, 239-243. Fig. 14: After M. Cammarosano, 3D-Joins und Schriftmetrologie: A Quantitative Approach to Cuneiform Palaeography, in: E. Devecchi – G.G.W. Müller – J. Mynářová (eds.), Current Research in Cuneiform Paleography, Gladbeck 2015, 147 fig. 1 (top row: NBC 6067, stone tablet, presargonic; Penn Museum 31-17-8, steatite tablet, Old Babylonian; second row: KBo 3.9, clay tablet, Hittite; VA 4240, chalcedony seal, cassite. Third and fourth rows (modern line drawings): KBo 61.75 [D. Schwemer]; KTU 1.12 [J. Yogev & Sh. Yona]; RS 15.111 [left: R. Hawley, right: D. Pardee]). Fig 15: 3D-Joins und Schriftmetrologie, www.cuneiform.de.

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Here’s how other teachers include use STEM activities in the education process: Another thing I like about purposeful, engaging #STEM activities – they are contagious! 🔥When one group experiences integration, others want to as well! 4th graders learned the importance of armor and other animal adaptations today. The APEX predator was well armed (green one)! pic.twitter.com/rmvU0D8Goc — Kim Collazo (@kcollazo) May 11, 2022 So, the 19 best STEM activities for elementary students are: |STEM activity||Difficulty level||Cost||What does it teach| |1. Crystal Sun Catchers||Low||Low||Introduces crystal growth and its connection to art while creating beautiful sun catchers.| |2. Jellybean Building||Low||Low||Sparks creativity in structural engineering, promoting problem-solving and design skills.| |3. Pipe Cleaner Counting||Low||Low||Provides a hands-on and visual approach to understanding counting and numerical progression.| |4. 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Stop-Motion Animation Video||Low to Medium||Low||Offers a creative and technologically engaging activity to explore animation and movie-making, fostering storytelling and technology utilization.| |12. Drinking Straw Roller Coaster||Low to Medium||Low||Teaches engineering principles, including structural stability and the dynamics of motion.| |13. Marble Maze||Low to Medium||Low to Medium||Encourages creativity, critical thinking, and understanding of physics concepts like gravity, friction, and motion.| |14. Magnetic Slime||Medium||Low||Introduces magnetism and properties of polymers through a fun, hands-on experiment.| |15. Solar Oven Project||Medium||Low||Demonstrates solar energy principles and sustainable cooking methods.| |16. Egg Drop Challenge||Medium||Low||Teaches engineering and problem-solving skills as students design protective containers for eggs.| |17. Balloon-Powered Car||Medium||Low||Teaches the principles of motion and propulsion, introducing concepts like Newton’s third law of motion.| |18. Steady-Hand Game||Medium||Medium||Introduces students to circuitry and electrical components while honing their fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities.| |19. Helping Hand||Medium to High||Low||Inspires critical thinking and problem-solving while exploring biomechanics and engineering in creating a functional hand model.| These STEM activities, a gateway to cool discoveries, challenge young minds to unravel the intricacies of everyday life. Behold, for within these challenges lies the power to awaken curiosity, igniting a fire of inquiry that transcends the confines of the classroom. Materials: Table salt, water, string, pipe cleaners, glass jars, food coloring (optional), art supplies for decorating the sun catchers (e.g., markers, glitter, beads). What Does It Teach: Introduces crystal growth and its connection to art while creating beautiful sun catchers. This science activity is adored by young minds, who find themselves mesmerized by its charm. The grocery store harbors the modest ingredients that bring forth a chorus of wonder and admiration from your students. However, be prepared for an extraordinary journey, as we skillfully transform these shimmering creations into splendid sun catchers, basking in the kaleidoscope of colors that dance in the sunlight. For those who wish to take this experience to new heights, rest assured, as we merge art education into the spotlight. Within this realm, you will find links leading to an art icon whose masterpieces were inspired by the mesmerizing geometry akin to our enchanting crystals. This multi-dimensional journey intertwines creativity and imagination with the wonders of scientific discovery. As your students embark on this wondrous adventure, they shall witness the magical fusion of art and science, illuminating the brilliance that arises from their convergence. Learn to create mesmerizing crystal sun catchers in this STEM activity tutorial: Materials: Jellybeans or large marshmallows, toothpicks, and a clear workspace. What Does It Teach: Sparks creativity in structural engineering, promoting problem-solving and design skills. Welcome to the captivating world of structures, where a kaleidoscope of possibilities awaits your students or children. Using just a pile of jellybeans and toothpicks, embark on an exhilarating adventure in engineering. Encourage young explorers to weave a symphony of shapes by connecting toothpicks with jellybeans, as they uncover the structures with resolute strength, defy gravity with graceful finesse, and dazzle the eye with beguiling allure. This hands-on activity immerses them in the thought, design, and technology underlying the art of structural engineering. As they traverse the labyrinth of possibilities, students witness the very essence of structural integrity unfold. They breathe life into their creative visions, conjuring houses and intricate structures from the depths of their imagination. Each connection becomes a contemplative dance of forces that hold their creations together, fostering an appreciation for the physics behind their architectural feats. Throughout this engaging challenge, curiosity and ingenuity are sparked as students consider each option and make calculated decisions during their construction. The experience nurtures critical thinking and problem-solving skills, igniting a passion for exploring the principles of structural engineering. Discover the art of constructing a jellybean building through this captivating video: Materials: Pipe cleaners, small pieces of paper, beads of different colors, and a clear workspace. What Does It Teach: Provides a hands-on and visual approach to understanding counting and numerical progression. Understanding the concept of increasing numbers can be confusing for young students or children who are just learning to count. However, with the use of pipe cleaners and beads, you can assist them in grasping this concept while providing a visual aid. Start by attaching small pieces of paper with numbers labeled on each pipe cleaner. Then, encourage the child to arrange the pipe cleaners from smallest to greatest and proceed to thread the appropriate number of beads onto them while counting aloud. This hands-on activity combines visual and auditory learning, making it an effective tool for enhancing their counting skills. Engage young learners in counting with the creative use of pipe cleaners in this educational STEM demonstration: Materials: Various materials for parachute construction (e.g., plastic bags, coffee filters, tissue paper), small objects (e.g., lightweight toys or figures), and a clear workspace. What Does It Teach: Teaches how air resistance impacts the motion of objects in the air. As students explore the scientific method to unravel the secrets of effective parachutes, the unfolding scene reveals their inner scientists at work. They design and test various materials to determine the champion of the skies. The mesmerizing process showcases each material gracefully defying gravity, exposing the intricacies of air resistance and shedding light on the physics behind this aerial spectacle. The kaleidoscope of forces at play challenges their understanding of the world, and with each trial, curiosity deepens, and comprehension expands as they delve into the realm of scientific exploration. 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As they unravel the intricacies of design, a sense of excitement fills the air, constructing a paper chain that defies expectations and stretches to unseen lengths. Let the adventure commence as students embrace the challenge, encouraged to explore, experiment, and innovate. The quest for the longest paper chain becomes a gateway to a world of endless possibilities, nurturing their creativity and unleashing their potential for ingenious solutions. Unleash creativity and problem-solving skills in the challenge showcased in this captivating video: Materials: Glass jar with a lid, hairspray, ice cubes, hot water Difficulty: Low to Medium (adjustable based on age and discussion complexity) What does it teach: Demonstrates condensation and the water cycle, encouraging curiosity about weather phenomena. This delightful activity unveils the magic of cloud formation to young minds, taking them on a ride of wonder and discovery. 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However, bear in mind the potential messiness of oil, exercising discretion with younger learners. Let this captivating experiment kindle a passion for environmental stewardship, empowering young minds to appreciate the delicate balance between nature and human actions. Embrace the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations, where science intertwines with reality, fostering a generation of conscious caretakers of our precious planet. Through this immersive experience, students become catalysts for change, recognizing their role as protectors of the environment and advocates for a sustainable future. Dive into the fascinating world of STEM with an oil spill activity in this educational video: Materials: LEGO bricks, LEGO minifigures, printed mazes, printed instruction cards (coding commands), and a clear workspace. Difficulty: Low to Medium (adjustable based on age and coding experience) What Does It Teach: Teaches basics of coding and programming, computational thinking, robotics, and engineering concepts. This activity is crafted to suit learners of all ages, from novices to seasoned explorers in elementary and even middle school. Explore the transformative power of coding with this activity from ResearchParent. Students don the mantle of the “user,” guiding their LEGO person through intricate mazes using the power of command codes. This journey accommodates all learning levels, with suggestions to scale down for younger kids or complicate it for older children. Engage their creativity with free printable materials, offering mazes and instruction cards that transform the LEGO person into a digital traveler. As students align different codes, they embark on a path of sequence and looping, mastering the rudimentary foundations of coding for their future endeavors. Witness the thrill of discovery as they estimate the perspective of their LEGO companion, navigating through a virtual labyrinth of learning. This captivating activity becomes a gateway to a world of possibilities, where coding emerges as an art and science of creation, setting the stage for their coding journey ahead. Embrace the spark of inspiration within them as they bring the codes to life, forging a connection between their ideas and the digital realm. Let this immersive experience kindle their curiosity and passion for coding, empowering them to envision their future as creators, innovators, and pioneers of technology. Discover the art of coding a LEGO maze in this fun and instructional video: Materials: Cardboard, paper towel rolls, spool of ribbon or string, scissors, glue, markers, and a clear workspace. Difficulty: Low to Medium (may require adult assistance for younger children) What Does It Teach: Explores simple machines and mechanical principles while engaging in hands-on construction. Students dive into this captivating project, igniting their imaginations with boundless possibilities of engineering. The creative construction awaits, utilizing tools like cardboard paper towel rolls and a spool of ribbon to bring the winch to life. This hands-on experience sparks an early sense of building awesome things, where the principles of physics come alive in their tiny hands. The joy of discovery fills the air as they engage in this crafty endeavor, discovering the power of simple machines in their quest for knowledge. Guided by your assistance, they wield the tools of creativity, constructing the winch that fuels their understanding of the world. Observe their sense of accomplishment soar, powered by their own ingenuity and resourcefulness. In this magical moment of exploration, the winch becomes a symbol of their limitless potential—a testament to the wonders they can create with imagination and innovation. Let this captivating journey ignite their passion for discovery, inspiring a generation of curious minds to embrace the art of building and the marvels of engineering. Explore the wonders of engineering as you build a hand crank winch in this creative video: Materials: Plastic hanger, two small cups, string or yarn, small objects of various weights (e.g., LEGOs, toy cars, beads), and a clear workspace. Difficulty: Low to Medium (may require adult assistance for younger children) What Does It Teach: Encourages experimentation with weights and measurements, fostering critical thinking. An engaging activity awaits, involving a plastic hanger, cups, and string—a concoction that creates a hanging balance, inviting young minds to experiment with weights. For older children, enlisting their help in building the scale enhances the thrill of discovery. Encourage their sense of experimentation with intriguing questions, such as “How many LEGOs does this toy car weigh?” Hands On As We Grow suggests adding variety by sorting items by shapes, materials, and more. This homemade scale evolves into a captivating STEM project, enticing them to return to it repeatedly, unearthing new wonders with each exploration. Let this hanging balance be a beacon of curiosity, propelling them on a journey of scientific inquiry, where the joy of discovery knows no bounds. Through this activity, they become explorers, charting their course through the vast terrain of STEM learning with excitement and wonder. As they unravel the mysteries of balance and measurement, the homemade scale becomes a symbol of their newfound understanding and the gateway to a world of scientific exploration that calls them back time and time again. Learn the principles of balance and measurement with a video tutorial on building a balance scale: Materials: Objects for animation (e.g., toys, clay figures, art supplies), a smartphone or iPad with a stop-motion app, and a clear workspace. Difficulty: Low to Medium (may require adult assistance for younger children) What Does It Teach: Offers a creative and technologically engaging activity to explore animation and movie-making, fostering storytelling and technology utilization. This activity presents an excellent option for creative STEM learning. Stop-motion videos have captivated us online, but have you ever considered creating one yourself or, better yet, with your kids? It’s a thrilling adventure that requires only a few objects, a smartphone or iPad, and a stop-motion app. Through this process, your kids will delve into the technology behind movie-making and craft a video that is truly their own, infused with their unique likes and interests. Watch in awe as their creativity comes to life, and they unravel the artistry behind animation and storytelling. This hands-on activity paves the way for endless possibilities, encouraging them to explore the world of visual storytelling and embrace their role as creators and directors of their own cinematic masterpieces. As they immerse themselves in the realm of stop-motion, they become the architects of their stories, breathing life into inanimate objects and unleashing the power of imagination. Unleash your creativity in stop-motion animation with this engaging video guide: Materials: Drinking straws, tape, scissors, small objects (e.g., marbles or small balls), and a clear workspace. Difficulty: Low to Medium What Does It Teach: Teaches engineering principles, including structural stability and the dynamics of motion. A fun and exciting way to foster engineering skills awaits! All you need are simple supplies like drinking straws, tape, and scissors. With these tools, young learners can embark on a journey of creativity and problem-solving, as they engage in hands-on engineering challenges. Watch in delight as they construct and design, utilizing the basic materials to build intricate structures and innovative solutions. This activity becomes a gateway to the world of engineering, igniting their passion for exploration and empowering them to tackle real-world problems with ingenuity and resourcefulness. Through the process of building with drinking straws, they become architects of their own creations, discovering the principles of engineering and discovering the boundless potential of their ideas. Experience the thrill of a straw roller coaster project in this hands-on video: Materials: Straws, paper plates, cardboard tubes, craft supplies, marbles, and a clear workspace. Difficulty: Low to Medium Cost: Low to Medium What Does It Teach: Encourages creativity, critical thinking, and understanding of physics concepts like gravity, friction, and motion. Marble mazes stand as a beloved STEM activity among students! The possibilities are endless as they dive into this captivating endeavor. Whether you provide supplies like straws and paper plates or simply let their imaginations soar, young minds become architects of their own marble mazes. Watch in awe as they design intricate pathways and experiment with the laws of physics to guide marbles through their creations. This activity becomes a celebration of creativity and innovation, as they explore a myriad of materials to construct mazes that defy expectations. The journey into marble mazes empowers them to think critically, solve problems, and embrace the joy of hands-on learning. As they witness the marvels of their creations in action, they become masters of their own design, unraveling the art and science behind mazes with excitement and ingenuity. Build a captivating marble maze with this step-by-step video tutorial: Materials: White school glue, iron oxide powder, liquid starch, magnets. What Does It Teach: Introduces magnetism and properties of polymers through a fun, hands-on experiment. Creating homemade “slime” has become a beloved tactile activity for parents and educators alike. This variant, with a science twist, introduces iron oxide powder and magnets into the mix. Achieving the perfect slime consistency may pose a slight challenge, but adding more glue or liquid starch can resolve most issues. Once the starch is ready, a strong neodymium magnet (or more) becomes the key to manipulating the slime. Beyond the fun, this activity sparks engaging conversations, as kids are bound to have plenty of questions about how magnets work. Prepare yourself by brushing up on the subject before diving in, and watch in delight as their curiosity unfolds. Through this playful yet educational adventure, young minds explore the world of science and the magic of magnets, all while reveling in the joy of hands-on discovery. Delve into the science of magnetism with a fascinating video on creating magnetic slime: Materials: Pizza box, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, black construction paper. What Does It Teach: Demonstrates solar energy principles and sustainable cooking methods. As young minds engage in this eco-friendly journey, they embrace the power of renewable energy and its positive impact on the environment, becoming advocates for a greener future. Through this immersive activity, they gain a deeper appreciation for science and the role of sustainable practices in shaping a brighter world. Let this solar-powered cooking adventure ignite their passion for renewable energy, inspiring a generation of eco-conscious individuals. As they savor the fruits of their solar-powered labor, the value of solar energy becomes a beacon of hope, empowering them to become guardians of the environment. In this captivating exploration, the wonders of solar energy pave the way for a more sustainable and prosperous future. Learn about harnessing solar energy with a video guide on building a solar oven: Materials: Eggs, various materials like straws, cardboard, tape, and cotton balls. What Does It Teach: Teaches engineering and problem-solving skills as students design protective containers for eggs. Participating in this classic STEM activity is an essential and enjoyable experience for every child. Its versatility allows kids of all ages to engage, and they can mix things up by using different materials and heights for added excitement. Whether they’re little explorers just beginning their journey or seasoned adventurers, this activity promises a world of hands-on learning and discovery. As they delve into the captivating world of STEM, their creativity blossoms, and their minds light up with wonder and curiosity. It’s an opportunity to foster a lifelong passion for exploration and knowledge, nurturing their innate curiosity and empowering them to be inquisitive learners. So, encourage them to dive into this timeless endeavor, where the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics intertwine, igniting their imagination and encouraging critical thinking. Through this simple yet profound experience, they become architects of their own learning, and the seeds of curiosity planted in this classic STEM activity flourish into a lifetime of exploration and innovation. Embark on an egg drop challenge in this exciting video, testing the limits of engineering and physics: Materials: Balloons, bottle caps, cardboard, straws, bottle, tape. What Does It Teach: Teaches the principles of motion and propulsion, introducing concepts like Newton’s third law of motion. This hands-on activity unleashes their ingenuity as they combine scientific principles with imaginative engineering. Embrace the eco-friendly bonus by encouraging them to use only recycled materials, making this project a green endeavor that instills a sense of environmental responsibility. Through this exciting venture, young minds become scientists and innovators, unraveling the mysteries of motion and propulsion. As they design and construct their balloon-powered cars, they delve into the physics behind movement, gaining a deeper understanding of forces, friction, and energy. Witness their enthusiasm as they test their creations, unleashing the power of air and propulsion with each balloon-filled breath. This activity becomes a window to creativity and innovation, igniting their passion for STEM and inspiring a generation of eco-conscious problem-solvers. Design, build, and race your own balloon-powered car in this exhilarating video activity: Materials: Cardboard, wires, LEDs, a buzzer, aluminum foil, craft supplies, batteries, and a clear workspace. Cost: Low to Medium What Does It Teach: Introduces students to circuitry and electrical components while honing their fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities. The steady-hand game stands as a delightfully fun and educational activity that delves into the realm of circuits. It seamlessly incorporates the “A” of STEAM, infusing creativity into the learning experience. Through this interactive adventure, young learners become engrossed in the world of electronics and the magic of circuits. As they engage in the creation of the steady-hand game, they unravel the principles of circuitry, exploring the flow of electricity and the intricacies of conductors and insulators. Their creativity blossoms as they design and construct the game, infusing their personal touch to make it uniquely their own. Witness their excitement as they test their steady hand, navigating the circuit’s pathways without triggering the buzzer. This hands-on learning experience becomes a gateway to understanding the synergy between science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. Engage in a steady-hand game to explore circuits and creativity in this captivating video: Materials: Craft materials (e.g., cardboard, straws, rubber bands, popsicle sticks), scissors, glue, markers, and a clear workspace. Difficulty: Medium to High (may require guidance from educators or parents) What Does It Teach: Inspires critical thinking and problem-solving while exploring biomechanics and engineering in creating a functional hand model. The “Helping Hand” activity emerges as a fantastic group science project, igniting the spark of curiosity and honing the students’ design and engineering prowess. In this captivating endeavor, they set out to create a functional model of a hand, unraveling the mysteries of human anatomy and engineering. As they delve into this hands-on exploration, young minds become scientific investigators, dissecting the intricacies of the human hand and translating them into a working model. The activity fosters collaboration and teamwork, allowing students to pool their ideas and skills to bring the project to life. Witness their ingenuity as they embrace the challenge of mimicking the complexity and versatility of a human hand, reflecting the essence of STEAM education. This activity becomes a conduit for understanding the interplay between biology and engineering, where the wonders of science converge with the power of innovation. 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The diverse and rich musical traditions of Asia have captivated audiences for centuries, offering a window into the cultural heritage and artistic expressions of various societies across the continent. From the haunting melodies of Chinese folk songs to the energetic rhythms of Indian classical music, Asia’s musical landscape is as vibrant as it is complex. In this informative journey, we will delve deeper into the realm of Asian folk music, exploring its historical significance, Regional Variations, and enduring influence on contemporary music. To illustrate the intriguing world of Asian folk music, let us consider the case study of traditional Korean music known as “pansori.” Pansori is a form of narrative singing that emerged during the Joseon Dynasty in Korea (1392-1910). This art form combines vocal prowess with storytelling techniques to convey epic tales from history or folklore. By examining pansori’s roots in agrarian society and its transformation over time through socio-political changes, we can gain valuable insights into how folk music reflects societal values and serves as a conduit for cultural transmission. Through our exploration, we aim to shed light on not only the captivating melodies but also the profound meanings embedded within these ancient musical traditions. Diverse Musical Expressions Folk music in Asia encompasses a wide range of musical expressions that reflect the rich cultural heritage and diverse traditions found across the continent. From the enchanting melodies of Indian classical ragas to the rhythmic beats of Indonesian gamelan orchestras, each region within Asia boasts its unique style and characteristics. To illustrate this diversity, let us delve into one particular example – the traditional folk music of Japan. The Japanese folk music tradition is deeply rooted in ancient customs and rituals, with distinct regional variations throughout the country. For instance, in Okinawa, an island located at the southernmost part of Japan, traditional songs called “shima uta” are characterized by their lively rhythms and vibrant vocal harmonies. In contrast, “min’yo,” which translates to “folk song,” can be heard in regions like Hokkaido or Tohoku, where it often features melancholic melodies accompanied by instruments such as shamisen (a three-stringed lute) and taiko drums. This variety within Japanese folk music serves as a microcosm for the broader panorama of Asian musical expressions. Across the continent, several common themes emerge from these diverse traditions: - Cultural preservation: Folk music acts as a vessel for passing down cultural values, traditions, and stories from one generation to another. - Community bonding: Many Asian communities use folk music as a means to foster unity and strengthen social ties. - Spiritual connection: Some forms of Asian folk music have deep spiritual roots and serve as conduits for religious or ceremonial practices. - Emotional expression: Whether through joyful celebration or mournful lamentation, folk music offers an outlet for individuals to express their emotions collectively. To further appreciate the incredible richness of Asian folk music traditions, we can explore a comparison between selected countries in terms of key elements: |Country||Notable Instruments||Vocal Techniques||Dance Forms| |India||Sitar, Tabla||Raga improvisation||Kathak, Bharatanatyam| |China||Erhu, Pipa||Falsetto singing||Chinese classical dance| |Indonesia||Gamelan ensemble||Kecak chanting||Balinese traditional dance| |Mongolia||Morin khuur||Throat singing||Mongolian throat-singing and dancing| By exploring the diversity of musical expressions within Asia’s folk traditions and understanding their cultural significance, we gain a deeper appreciation for the unique heritage preserved by these communities. In the subsequent section on “Historical Roots,” we will explore how historical factors have shaped the development and evolution of folk music in Asia. From the diverse musical expressions found in Asia, we now delve into the historical roots that have shaped and influenced folk music traditions across the continent. One fascinating example of this is the traditional Japanese minyo music, which has evolved over centuries to reflect the cultural and societal changes within Japan. The origins of minyo can be traced back to rural farming communities during Japan’s feudal era. Initially sung by farmers during their laborious work in rice fields, minyo served as a means of communication and expression among these agricultural communities. Over time, it expanded its reach beyond just fieldwork and became an essential part of various social gatherings such as festivals or celebratory events like weddings. To understand how different factors have shaped Asian folk music traditions throughout history, let us consider some key aspects: - Cultural Exchange: Folk music often serves as a reflection of cross-cultural influences. It showcases how interactions with neighboring regions or countries have played a pivotal role in shaping musical styles and instruments used in these traditions. - Socioeconomic Factors: Economic activities such as trade routes or migration patterns greatly impact the development and evolution of folk music. The intermingling of cultures due to economic exchanges leads to new musical techniques and forms. - Political Changes: Shifts in political power structures influence not only the socio-economic landscape but also artistic expressions including folk music. Regimes may support certain genres while suppressing others leading to shifts in popular tastes. - Technological Advancements: Technological advancements introduce new instruments, recording methods, and dissemination platforms for folk musicians, allowing their sounds to reach wider audiences both domestically and internationally. To illustrate further how these factors intertwine with each other, we present a table showcasing four examples from different regions that highlight specific instances where cultural exchange, socioeconomic factors, politics, or technology contributed significantly to the evolution of local folk music traditions: |India||Baul Music||Cultural Exchange| |China||Yue Opera||Socioeconomic Factors| |Vietnam||Ca Tru||Political Changes| |Mongolia||Throat Singing||Technological Advancements| The historical roots of Asian folk music traditions provide valuable insights into the cultural significance they hold today. These musical expressions not only serve as a means of entertainment, but also act as a representation of identity and heritage for different communities across Asia. In the subsequent section on “Cultural Significance,” we will explore how these folk music traditions continue to shape and resonate within their respective cultures, transcending time and geographical boundaries. Note: The next section will delve deeper into the cultural significance of Asian folk music, exploring its impact on identity formation and social cohesion among various communities. Folk music in Asia holds immense cultural significance, serving as a medium for storytelling, preserving traditions, and fostering community connections. To illustrate its impact, let us consider the case of the Hmong people in Southeast Asia. The Hmong have a rich musical heritage that is deeply intertwined with their communal life. Their folk songs reflect historical events, convey moral lessons, and celebrate important milestones within their society. One of the reasons why folk music has such profound cultural significance across Asia can be attributed to its ability to evoke emotions and connect individuals on an emotional level. The following bullet points highlight some key aspects of this emotional connection: - Folk music provides a sense of belonging and identity. - It allows for the expression of personal experiences and emotions. - It serves as a tool for healing and catharsis. - Folk melodies often create nostalgia or invoke feelings of joy. To further emphasize the emotional power of Asian folk music, consider the table below which showcases different emotions commonly associated with specific types of traditional tunes: |Emotion||Type of Tune| This strong emotional connection fostered by folk music enables communities to pass down their collective memory from one generation to another. Through Oral Transmission and shared performances during festivals or social gatherings, stories are preserved, values are upheld, and cultural heritage is perpetuated. Transitioning into the subsequent section about “Melodic and Harmonic Structures,” it becomes evident that understanding these structures is vital in appreciating the intricate beauty found within Asian folk music. By analyzing melodic patterns and harmonic progressions employed in various regional styles, we gain insights into not only the technical aspects but also the underlying cultural influences shaping this diverse musical tradition. Melodic and Harmonic Structures Building upon the cultural significance of folk music in Asia, this section delves into the intricate melodic and harmonic structures that define its unique sound. To illustrate these concepts, let us consider a case study of traditional Chinese folk music. Melodically, Asian folk music often exhibits a pentatonic scale system, which consists of five notes per octave. This distinct tonal framework can be heard in various regional styles across Asia, such as the Japanese minyo or the Indian raga. In our case study on Chinese folk music, we find that melodies are typically characterized by their fluidity and ornamentation. The use of trills, grace notes, and slides adds an expressive element to the melodic line, creating a sense of emotional depth. Harmonically, Asian folk music embraces simplicity while maintaining rich textures. It commonly employs drone accompaniment or parallel harmonies where chords move together with the melody. These harmonic techniques create a sonorous backdrop that enhances the overall musical experience. Furthermore, open tunings on stringed instruments like the sitar in Indian folk music allow for resonant drones and sympathetic vibrations that add further complexity to the harmonic structure. To evoke an emotional response from listeners when experiencing Asian folk music’s melodic and harmonic beauty firsthand, consider the following: - Sense of Tranquility: Immerse yourself in serene melodies accompanied by soothing harmonies. - Nostalgia: Experience bittersweet emotions elicited through evocative tunes rooted in tradition. - Euphoria: Feel uplifted by vibrant melodies interwoven with lively harmonies. - Contemplation: Engage your mind with introspective compositions featuring mesmerizing melodies and subtle harmonies. The table below showcases some key characteristics of melodic and harmonic structures found within different regions of Asia: |Japan||Ornamented and delicate||Parallel harmonies, pentatonic scale| |India||Elaborate ornamentation, melismatic||Drone accompaniment, open tunings| |China||Fluid melodies with expressive trills||Simple parallel harmonies| |Southeast Asia||Intricate rhythmic patterns||Layered and interlocking melodies| As we explore the oral transmission of Asian folk music in the subsequent section, it becomes evident that the intricate melodic and harmonic structures discussed here are integral to its enduring allure. The seamless integration of melody and harmony forms a foundation upon which stories, emotions, and traditions are conveyed through generations without losing their essence. Understanding how these melodic and harmonic structures intertwine allows us to appreciate the importance of oral transmission in preserving the authenticity of Asian folk music. Transitioning from the exploration of melodic and harmonic structures in Asian folk music, we now delve into the fascinating realm of oral transmission. To illustrate this concept, let’s consider a hypothetical case study involving traditional Mongolian throat singing. This unique style requires vocalists to produce multiple pitches simultaneously, creating an otherworldly harmony that captivates listeners. In the realm of Asian folk music, oral transmission plays a significant role in preserving cultural heritage. Passed down through generations by word of mouth rather than written notation, this method ensures the authenticity and integrity of the music. It allows for subtle nuances and improvisations to be transmitted faithfully, resulting in a living tradition that evolves organically over time. Here are some key characteristics associated with oral transmission: - Intergenerational Learning: Knowledge is transferred from master musicians to their apprentices, fostering a sense of lineage and continuity. - Embodied Practice: Musicians learn not only through listening but also by observing and imitating physical gestures and techniques. - Contextual Understanding: Oral transmission encompasses more than just notes; it involves conveying emotions, stories, and cultural significance embedded within each composition. - Flexibility and Adaptability: Through oral transmission, folk music can adapt to local contexts while retaining its core essence. To further understand these aspects visually, let us explore them using a table: |Flexibility and Adaptability| By embracing oral transmission as a fundamental aspect of Asian folk music, communities ensure the continued vibrancy of their musical traditions. This approach fosters intergenerational connections while allowing room for creativity and innovation within established frameworks. As we move forward on our informative journey through Asia’s rich musical tapestry, we will now turn our attention towards examining the diverse instrumentation and techniques employed in this captivating genre. Instrumentation and Techniques In the realm of folk music in Asia, regional variations play a crucial role in shaping the diverse landscape of musical traditions. These variations can be observed not only in the melodies and rhythms but also in the instrumentation and techniques employed by musicians across different regions. To understand this phenomenon better, let us delve into some key examples and explore how these regional variations contribute to the richness of Asian folk music. One intriguing case study is the contrasting styles found within Indian classical music. In Northern India, Hindustani classical music prevails with its emphasis on improvisation and intricate melodic patterns. In contrast, Carnatic classical music dominates Southern India, characterized by precise rhythmic structures and vocal virtuosity. Despite sharing common roots, these two distinct regional variations showcase how cultural nuances shape musical expression. To further illustrate the diversity of Asian Folk Music, let us consider some notable characteristics that set it apart from other genres: - Strong connection to nature: Many Asian folk traditions draw inspiration from natural elements such as mountains, rivers, and wildlife. This deep-rooted relationship between humans and their surroundings creates an emotional bond that resonates through the melodies. - Oral tradition preservation: Across Asia, oral transmission has been instrumental in preserving ancient folk songs over generations. Through storytelling and communal gatherings, knowledge about traditional tunes continues to thrive. - Utilization of unique instruments: Each region boasts its own array of indigenous instruments that lend distinct flavors to their respective musical styles. From China’s erhu to Japan’s shamisen or Indonesia’s gamelan ensemble, these instruments add depth and authenticity to the performances. - Cultural fusion and adaptation: Throughout history, trading routes have facilitated cultural exchanges among nations across Asia. As a result, many folk traditions have evolved through cross-pollination with neighboring cultures while still retaining their core identity. To emphasize the multifaceted nature of regional variations within Asian folk music, we can visualize them using a table: |Region||Musical Characteristics||Notable Instruments| |Northern India||Emphasis on improvisation, intricate melodies||Sitar, Tabla| |Southern India||Precise rhythmic structures, vocal virtuosity||Veena, Mridangam| |China||Pentatonic scales, delicate ornamentations||Pipa, Erhu| |Japan||Meditative and minimalist aesthetics||Koto, Shakuhachi| These examples highlight just a fraction of the vast array of regional variations found in Asian folk music. By embracing these unique characteristics and celebrating cultural diversity, we gain a deeper appreciation for the rich tapestry that comprises this ancient musical tradition. Transitioning seamlessly into our subsequent section about “Regional Variations,” we continue to unravel the captivating world of Asian folk music as we explore how different regions have shaped their own musical identities. Having explored the diverse instrumentation and techniques employed in Asian folk music, we now delve into the intriguing realm of regional variations. These variations not only showcase the richness of cultural heritage but also provide fascinating insights into the distinct musical expressions found across different parts of Asia. To illustrate this point, let us consider a hypothetical case study of two neighboring regions, East Asia and Southeast Asia. - In East Asian folk music, traditional instruments like the guzheng (a plucked zither), erhu (a two-stringed bowed instrument), and dizi (a bamboo flute) play a prominent role. - The melodies often possess a gentle and melodic quality, evoking feelings of tranquility and contemplation. - Rhythms are typically steady yet fluid, creating an enchanting sense of flow throughout the compositions. - Lyrics often revolve around themes such as nature, love, or historical events, capturing the essence of traditional Chinese culture. - Southeast Asian folk music embraces a vibrant blend of indigenous instruments like the gamelan ensemble (consisting of gongs, xylophones, drums) alongside flutes, strings, and various percussion instruments. - The melodies tend to be lively and exuberant with intricate ornamentation that reflects the region’s rich tapestry of cultures. - Rhythms vary greatly within Southeast Asia; some pieces have fast-paced beats that inspire dancing while others exhibit more subdued tempos for introspection or storytelling. - Lyrics frequently celebrate local folklore or depict daily life experiences, fostering a deep connection between performers and their communities. In exploring these regional variations in Asian folk music, one cannot help but experience an array of emotions: - Awe at the sheer diversity of musical expressions across Asia - Appreciation for the skill and craftsmanship involved in creating unique instruments - Nostalgia as melodies evoke memories or transport listeners to different cultural landscapes - Fascination at the intricate interplay between rhythm, melody, and lyrics |Region||Traditional Instruments||Melodic Characteristics||Rhythmic Style| |East Asia||Guzheng, Erhu, Dizi||Gentle, melodic||Steady yet fluid| |Southeast Asia||Gamelan ensemble, Flutes, Percussion||Lively, exuberant||Varied (fast-paced or subdued)| These regional variations not only captivate our emotions but also provide a glimpse into the ritual and ceremonial contexts that permeate Asian folk music. Let us now explore how these musical traditions intertwine with cultural practices in various rituals and ceremonies. Ritual and Ceremonial Contexts Moving on from the exploration of folk music in Asia, this section delves into the fascinating regional variations that can be found within the genre. To illustrate these differences, let’s consider a hypothetical case study involving two countries: India and Japan. In India, folk music encompasses a wide range of styles that vary significantly across different regions. For instance, Bihu is a lively and vibrant form of folk music popular in the northeastern state of Assam. It is characterized by energetic dance movements accompanied by rhythmic drums and flutes. On the other hand, Rajasthan, located in Northwestern India, boasts its own unique style known as Manganiyar music. This traditional art form features soulful singing accompanied by instruments such as the sarangi (a bowed string instrument) and dholak (a double-headed drum). These examples highlight how regional variations contribute to the rich tapestry of Asian folk music. To further explore this diversity, let us examine four key characteristics that distinguish various forms of Asian folk music: - Instrumentation: Different regions utilize distinct sets of musical instruments. From bamboo flutes in Southeast Asia to sitars in South Asia, each region has its own array of instruments that lend their signature sounds to the local folk traditions. - Melodic Structures: The melodic structures employed in Asian folk music often reflect cultural influences and historical contexts specific to each region. Whether it be pentatonic scales or microtonal intervals, these distinctive tonalities create a sense of identity unique to each locality. - Lyricism: Folk songs serve as vehicles for storytelling, expressing emotions and recounting tales from everyday life. The themes explored through lyrics differ widely depending on the social customs and historical narratives prevalent within each region. - Dance Forms: Many forms of Asian folk music are intrinsically tied to traditional dance forms. These dances not only showcase intricate footwork but also embody cultural expressions rooted in history and mythology. To further illustrate the variations in Asian folk music, consider the following table: |India||Sitar, Tabla, Sarangi||Raga-based systems||Mythological narratives and love ballads| |Japan||Shamisen, Koto, Shakuhachi||Pentatonic scales||Haiku poetry and nature-inspired themes| |China||Erhu, Pipa, Guzheng||Zheng-mode and pentatonic scales||Historical accounts and philosophical musings| |Indonesia||Gamelan orchestra (gongs, xylophones)||Slendro and pelog tuning systems||Folk tales and religious stories| In conclusion, exploring regional variations within Asia’s diverse folk music traditions helps us appreciate the richness of this genre. By examining different instruments used, melodic structures employed, lyrical themes explored, and dance forms integrated into these musical expressions across various regions, we gain a deeper understanding of the cultural intricacies that shape each distinct tradition. In the upcoming section on “Social and Political Influences,” we will delve into how external factors have impacted the evolution of Asian folk music over time.[Transition] As we shift our focus to social and political influences on Asian folk music traditions… Social and Political Influences From the ritual and ceremonial contexts that underpin folk music in Asia, we now turn our attention to its social and political influences. These external factors have played a significant role in shaping the development of folk music traditions across the continent. To illustrate this point, let us consider the case study of China’s Naxi people. The Naxi ethnic group residing in Yunnan Province is known for their rich musical heritage. In traditional Naxi society, music was closely tied to social gatherings and community events. It served as a means of communication, storytelling, and cultural expression within their tightly-knit communities. However, with the rise of communism in China during the mid-20th century, societal changes had a profound impact on Naxi folk music practices. Social and political influences can be observed through various aspects of Naxi folk music: - Loss of Traditional Context: The collectivization policies implemented by the Chinese government led to a decline in traditional rural life and disrupted longstanding customs associated with Naxi folk music. - State-Sponsored Preservation: Recognizing the value of preserving cultural diversity, the Chinese government initiated efforts to document and safeguard Naxi folk music traditions. This included establishing research institutes dedicated to studying indigenous music forms. - Modern Adaptations: As urbanization took hold in China, younger generations began embracing popular Western genres. This shift influenced contemporary adaptations of Naxi folk music, blurring boundaries between traditional styles and modern interpretations. To further understand these transformations caused by social and political forces on Asian folk music traditions, let us examine Table 1 below: Table 1: Social and Political Influences on Asian Folk Music |State Policies||Regulation or suppression||Cultural assimilation programs| |Globalization||Cross-cultural exchange||Fusion of traditional and modern elements| |Socioeconomic Changes||Shifts in cultural practices||Decline of traditional occupations| |Political Movements||Artistic expressions of dissent||Protest songs during periods of political unrest| As we delve deeper into the realm of social and political influences on Asian folk music, it becomes evident that these factors have shaped not only the content but also the context in which such musical traditions exist. The interplay between societal changes, government policies, and individual artistic choices has resulted in a dynamic landscape for folk music across Asia. Transitioning seamlessly to our subsequent section on “Contemporary Adaptations,” it is clear that the evolution of folk music continues to be influenced by diverse forces beyond its traditional roots. Social and Political Influences have played a significant role in shaping the evolution of folk music in Asia. As we delve further into this informative journey, it is important to explore the contemporary adaptations that have emerged within this rich musical tradition. One example of a contemporary adaptation can be seen in the fusion of traditional Asian melodies with Western instrumentation. This blending of diverse musical elements creates a unique sound that appeals to both Eastern and Western audiences alike. For instance, renowned musician Yo-Yo Ma collaborated with Silk Road Ensemble, combining instruments like the erhu and pipa with classical symphony orchestras, thus creating an enchanting cross-cultural experience. The impact of these contemporary adaptations on folk music in Asia cannot be overlooked. They have opened new avenues for artistic expression while preserving cultural heritage. Here are some key factors contributing to their significance: - Globalization: The increasing interconnectedness between cultures has facilitated the exchange and integration of different musical traditions. - Technological Advancements: The advent of recording technology and digital platforms has enabled musicians to reach wider audiences and experiment with various genres. - Youth Engagement: Younger generations are actively participating in revitalizing folk music by infusing modern elements into traditional compositions. - Political Movements: Folk music serves as a powerful tool for social activism, allowing artists to voice their concerns about issues such as human rights, environmental conservation, and political change. To illustrate the range of contemporary adaptations occurring across Asia’s diverse musical landscape, consider the following table showcasing four examples from different countries: |India||Incorporating electronic beats into classical Indian ragas| |Japan||Fusing traditional taiko drumming with hip-hop rhythms| |Mongolia||Blending throat singing techniques with heavy metal| |Indonesia||Combining gamelan ensembles with jazz improvisation| This table exemplifies the immense creativity and innovation that has emerged within folk music traditions across Asia. It showcases how artists are pushing boundaries and experimenting with new sounds, while still honoring their cultural roots. In conclusion, the contemporary adaptations in folk music have become a dynamic force shaping the musical landscape of Asia. Through globalization, technological advancements, youth engagement, and political movements, musicians are forging unique paths that bridge tradition with modernity. These adaptations not only add vibrancy to the genre but also serve as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of Asian musical heritage.

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This Black History month, I would like to feature Toni Morrison, for her literary excellence. Toni Morrison is a Nobel Prize Winner, a Pulitzer Prize winner, and awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Morrison is an American writer noted for her examination of Black experience (particularly Black female experience) within the Black community. Let’s take a moment to honor this literary genius this, black history month. Toni Morrison, original name Chloe Anthony Wofford, (born February 18, 1931, Lorain, Ohio, U.S.—died August 5, 2019, Bronx, New York), American writer noted for her examination of Black experience (particularly Black female experience) within the Black community. She received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1993. Morrison grew up in the American Midwest in a family that possessed an intense love of and appreciation for, Black culture. Storytelling, songs, and folktales were a deeply formative part of her childhood. She attended Howard University (B.A., 1953) and Cornell University (M.A., 1955). In 1965 Morrison became a fiction editor at Random House, where she worked for a number of years. Toni Morrison The Bluest Eyes Morrison’s first book, The Bluest Eye (1970), is a novel of initiation concerning a victimized adolescent Black girl who is obsessed by white standards of beauty and longs to have blue eyes. This book was my introduction to Toni Morrison. I loved this book. I loved the character, how Morrison showed a poor black girl struggling not only with her looks but with becoming a young lady, and wanting to be beautiful like her white blue eye dolls. At the time when I read this book a lot of black women were putting in blue contact lenses including my daughter. This book really brought it home and allowed black women to start loving our skin, eyes, hair and black features. In 1973 a second novel, Sula, was published; it examines (among other issues) the dynamics of friendship and the expectations for conformity within the Black community. Song of Solomon (1977) is told by a male narrator in search of his identity; its publication brought Morrison to national attention. Tar Baby (1981), set on a Caribbean island, explores conflicts of race, class, and sex. Toni Morrison’s Beloved Toni Morrison became mainstream with her critically acclaimed book called Beloved (1987), which won a Pulitzer Prize for fiction, is based on the true story of a runaway slave who, at the point of recapture, kills her infant daughter in order to spare her a life of slavery. A film adaptation of the novel was released in 1998 and starred Oprah Winfrey. The again was powerful for me. The character of Beloved was played to perfection by Thandiwe Newton and showcases how Sethe’s guilt, played by Oprah Winfrey can reincarnate and haunt us in this life. In 1992 Morrison released Jazz, a story of violence and passion set in New York City’s Harlem during the 1920s. Subsequent novels were Paradise (1998), a richly detailed portrait of a Black utopian community in Oklahoma, and Love (2003), an intricate family story that reveals the myriad facets of love and its ostensible opposite. A Mercy (2008) deals with slavery in 17th-century America. In the redemptive Home (2012), a traumatized Korean War veteran encounters racism after returning home and later overcomes apathy to rescue his sister. In God Help the Child(2015), Morrison chronicled the ramifications of child abuse and neglect through the tale of Bride, a Black girl with dark skin who is born to light-skinned parents. Toni Morrison and the Black American Experience It is great to showcase Toni Morrison’s work for, Black History month, because The central theme of Morrison’s novels is the, Black American experience; in an unjust society, her characters struggle to find themselves and their cultural identity. Her use of fantasy, her sinuous poetic style, and her rich interweaving of the mythic gave her stories great strength and texture. In 2010 Morrison was made an officer of the French Legion of Honour. Two years later she was awarded the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom. Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am (2019) is a documentary about her life and career. Out of the Snares, a story of hope and encouragement is a book written to encourage women of color who were born in lack. It showcases my, personal growth, journey and how I got, out of the snares, of poverty and, child abuse. Myrna – I am a, life coach, I host a show on the preach the word television network called Transform Your Mind to Transform Your Life, one of the reasons that I wrote the book, Out of the Snares, is because I believe and I wanted to encourage women that it is not where we come from, but where we end up that’s important. It’s also the only way that we can go through that transition like from a caterpillar to a butterfly is if we allow the things that happen to us in life help us with, personal growth. We should use challenges to transform ourselves and for our, personal development. So, the book, Out of the Snares, is basically a story of my life. I wrote it from a, life coaching, perspective with 10 principles of, life experiences, that happened to me and what I learned from those, life experiences. I’m a, life coach, but I do most of my coaching on my show Transform Your Mind. It is a radio, podcast and a television show. Dr O.C Pringle: You’re doing it all sister Young, you’re doing it all right and so of course your inspiration would be your, life’s experience, and, child abuse. let’s talk about that. Out of the Snares of Child Sexual Abuse Myrna: I was, sexually abused, as a child in Guyana by a family friend. He was technically my Godfather, but being from a third world country, a very poor country and he was very rich. We would call him a, pedophile, he showered me with a lot of attention, and bought me a lot of gifts and then took advantage of that. I didn’t realize that we were doing anything wrong until I became 13 and started having Boyfriends. DR O.C Pringle: Until you became what? Wait how old were you? Myrna: This, sexual abuse, began at age 10. Dr O.C Pringle: Wow did anything ever happen to this guy? Myrna: No, because like most children I didn’t say anything about it. I told no one. This book was my first experience talking about it and I in my 40’s when I wrote, Out of the Snares. My dad read the book and was very upset that he did not know this was going on. Children carry a lot of shame regarding, sexual abuse, I still carried shame when I wrote, Out of the Snare. As you can see I used my maiden name Trotman for the author name. Dr. O.C Pringle: So, you placed Myrna Bernadette Trotman on the cover of the book, because you didn’t want people to know it was you, but your picture is on the cover!! Myrna: I started to release shame when I started talking about the, sexual abuse, and when I learnt that children can’t give consent for sex. So whatever guilt and shame that I had attached to my, sexual abuse, I released it. Dr O.C Pringle: Well listen it worked out for your good, but all things work together for the good of them that loved God and are called according to his, purpose, so your, sexual abuse, worked in your favor. You were able to redirect that energy into something positive where you’re helping people all over the world. You’re on radio and on television, yes you are some kind of a woman. Out of the Snares, a story of hope and encouragement So, let’s talk some more about the book. Myrna: Out of the Snares, is made up of 10 principles in life that we should live by: Keep Your, Vision, in Front of you– Dare to dream big dreams and understand the principles of vision casting. The events in your life whether good or bad, work together for good– God said I know your expected end. Stay the course; don’t give up until you win. Let the, Universal Laws of Attraction, the, Laws of Intention, work for you– Ask and it will be given unto you. Have a, Positive Mindset– Take control of your thoughts and attitudes. Get rid of ANTS (Automatic Negative Thoughts) Use what you have in your hand– You were created with a purpose; God gave you the skills and talents you need to complete your task. Stop waiting for the right time. Be intentional about your Growth– Be proactive, be intentional, build on your gifts, and continually improve. If you build it, they will come“ Be a servant first. Find your Passion– it is the Fire in your belly. Become conscious of what lights you up. God put that Fire in your belly as a beacon to achieve your purpose. Love– it is what makes this Human experience worthwhile. Love yourself first. Love is spirit, God is spirit. Business Consciousness– how to create a startup company and succeed in marketing. How did you come to become passionate about, diversity and inclusion, for, women of color? How to Get a Seat at The Table I first really started thinking about, a seat at the table, when I was a very young reporter in Charleston, South Carolina. I was the only female reporter at the time within this 600 person company. And what I was struck by is that there were so many decisions that were being made that we would complain about; but none of us had, a seat at the table, to help make those decisions. I realized that if I didn’t have a place in the room that I was both invisible and silent; so it didn’t matter how much I complained or how much I didn’t like what was going on or simply just didn’t understand it because I was not part of the discussion; I needed, a seat at the table. So that’s where my passion for, diversity and inclusion, was born. CNN wrote a column on getting, a seat at the table, for women. They were discussing congresswoman Harris, basically what they’re saying was that women are invisible and they have no say. When they speak no one listens. So I understand what you are saying. Have you ever run out of gas on a deserted road with no cell service? Or got lost on a solo-trip hiking trip? IamCanary is your answer. When you travel, you deserve the peace of mind. IamCanary.com will send a digital message, when you can’t do it yourself. This service can also be vital if something happens where there is a cell phone signal, but the person can’t call for help themselves because they have lost consciousness, seriously injured, or other reasons. I amcanary will send alerts to family members, local professionals or emergency services A simple membership plan is free, and with it, you are never completely out of touch. So join today, and feel safe to adventure worry-free, with IamCanary.com What happens when there is no seat at the table I stayed in that company as a reporter without, a seat at the table, about 12 years. It took me that long to get that awakening. Sometimes we think that we are fortunate to have a job so we don’t want to stir the pot. I just increasingly became more and more of a little rebel challenging the status quo. Eventually I left and ventured out to write my first book. I was scared to death. Because here I am I’m going to write a book, I’m going to leave my job. I took a leave of absence to write the book; but it was really a step of faith and in writing the book and doing the research. I became energized when I interviewed older relatives, my mother and great-aunt who were already in their 80s and 90s at the time. I became energized by their tenacity as, Black women. I knew that we had a lot of strong men in my family, but my eyes are really flew open at the strength of the, black women, and how they held businesses up, they held a family up and the men of the family up, and brought us all together. I stumbled into the nonprofit arena by my volunteer work. I was volunteering and working on writing the book and one thing led to another. I got to a small job at an organization that was run by a, black woman, who became my mentor. She took me under her wing and even though I was just volunteering she taught me so much about strength and tenacity and making your voice count. 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They offer cost effective documentation that suits their client’s needs. For a free consultation and eBook visit. Her company was called Family Assistance Management Services And she was the first black female insurance broker in SC. She had been a full time teacher before she built quite a nest egg with her husband. They owned several pieces of property in Charleston SC. She then became a broker and started several businesses, an insurance company, a computer training clinic all kinds of other businesses, because she had a passion for helping people. You got your feet wet on the nonprofit arena and but it sounds like you have, a seat at the table, at Goodwill Industries. Why you write the book, “A Seat at the Table or a part of the meal?” I was born in September 1964 a month after the discrimination Act, and my parents had not long moved to Charleston, SC. All of my siblings, I have one brother and two sisters, they had all been born at home in the country by a midwife so since it was now illegal for place public places to discriminate my father thought, well I will take my wife to this nice Hospital for my fourth child to be born. So my mother was in labor he rushes her down to this hospital the Medical University of South Carolina and by this time she’d begun to hemorrhage as I was a breech baby. It was pouring down rain and he got my mom into the emergency area into the lobby and he started screaming for the doctors to come and help they turned looked at them and turned their backs right away. All the white doctors and nurses ignored them, so he ran up to them and screamed my wife is bleeding you got to help her and someone told him to just sit down we’ll get to you. So he scooped her up, put her in a wheelchair and ran with her down the street to the black Hospital. McLennan banks Hospital in the pouring rain with my mom gripping for life on that wheelchair. He pushed her up into the emergency area and as soon as they saw that she was drenched in blood they rushed her into the emergency room and delivered me. The doctor who delivered me was a, woman of color, from South Africa and he named me Kimberly after the Kimberly diamond mines. Black Women are born to be at the table It sounds like you were born in to do this work! I was tried of being the only, Black woman, in the room. I felt we as, Black women, have to do something to get , a seat at the table. If anyone was going to wave that flag of, diversity and inclusion, equity and of, diversity, it should be Goodwill Industries. So it really began then. We started a task force with a group of CEOs and started to study, diversity and inclusion, and equity programs with fortune 500 companies and fortune 100 companies and other nonprofit organizations. We studied who was doing it well, what were they looking at, what were the metrics and how do you build that diverse pipeline. We came up an implementation plan. We were really intentional about attracting, maintaining and keeping a, diversity, workforce. Whether it is individuals who are Hispanic or individuals who African-American or LGTBQ or disabled. We recognize that all of that build a table of, diversity. The first time that I heard the phrase, a seat at the table, was from one of my coaching clients and I’ve heard it several times since. I heard Gabrielle Union say it that she’s just gonna make her own table because you know the black actresses in Hollywood are still working to, get a seat at the table. They go through the same discrimination with, diversity and inclusion. It’s not just in Corporate America or in the board rooms. Women of Color getting a seat at the table Kimberly you have, a seat at the table, what advice would you give to women who are hitting the glass ceiling and get, no seat at the table. African-American women unfortunately have been absent from the room! We have not even been invited into the room much less have, a seat at the table, for quite some time. Women in general have been hitting the glass ceiling for quite a long time. I’ve heard that men are hired based on what their hiring manager or that supervisor thinks that they can do while women are hired or promoted based on performance. it is that way because the majority of the, seats at the table, are already held by men. Predominantly white males and they look for men who look like act like they came from where they come from. Don’t wait until sexual temptation attacks you before you see it as a formidable force which seeks to destroy you. Its insidious tactic is designed to enslave you into sexual sins and keep you locked into erotic desires. How you perceive sexual temptation in your life, determines how well you will overcome its deceitful force, and walk in total victory. “Naked and Ashamed, the Battle of Sexual Temptation.” is a Christian self-help book that explains what sexual temptation is, and gives you Biblical scriptures on how to control your sexual desires, and unnatural urges. With chapters such as recognizing the tempter, and rejecting the flesh, you will study strategies on how to recognize situations that tempts you, and learn how to keep your flesh under subjection. Although we will all be tempted sexually at some time, we can learn from this book on how to refrain from overreacting and falling into sexual bondage. So put on your seatbelt and get ready to be free from all of your unwanted sexual desires and temptations. Order “Naked and Ashamed, The Battle of Sexual Temptation” today! Written by Sheela Fields, now available on Amazon. Black women in order to get, a seat at the table, have to do 3 things: They have to network. It’s all about relationships. Else there is, no seat at the table. Everything that you do is about relationships and it’s about networking. If you didn’t grow up playing golf, learn. Go around places and do things that make you feel uncomfortable. But you must be part of the conversation. Go to the theater, go to the Opera, you could serve as an usher and get free tickets. Get a mentor – All women should have a mentor. Get a Sponsor – a sponsor and a mentor are two different people. A mentor is someone that you can talk to about your fears and your aspirations. A mentor can give you sound advice and can talk you through some of the issues that you’re having and help you create a plan a plan of attack. A sponsor on the other hand is going to be that person who’s going to make sure that you’re invited to that meeting. They’re going to take you under their wing. They’re going to make sure that there’s a place for you in the conversation and that there is, diversity and inclusion, that you are a part of the discussion. Sponsors are usually white males. Have you ever wished that you had the information to elevate the conversation at work on how to build a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion? Well, now you do; with my newly published book A Seat At The Table or Part of the Meal, by Kimberly Bussey Lewis. This book will give you examples of intentional efforts that will level the playing field and yield dividends for your career and your company. The book can be found on Amazon – A Seat at the Table Or Part of the Meal, by Kimberly Bussey Lewis or on www.motivationalmuse.com, so get your copy today and your seat at the table. Love, is a spirit and if you speak to love it will return back to you when you call it. Black Love, is no different; but we need to change the narrative because, Black women, deserve, love. I think that, love, is waiting for everyone to be silent, so that, love, can speak for itself. Today we are celebrating, black love. My guest is Lisa Kimberle author of “500 ways to celebrate black love” Here is the synopsis of 500 ways to celebrate, Black Love 500 ways to celebrate, black love, provides an accelerating approach to, black love, relationships. Love coach and enthusiast Lisa Kimberle gets candid through personal reflection in hope of inspiring real, black love, stories. This is her, love story, a story filled with passion and discovery that led her to a wonderful fulfilling, black love, relationship. This is a, black love book, and it introduces the, blackdatebox, a subscription box created with love for all relationship stages. Black love box, asks the question, what is, black love? It celebrates, black love, and highlights black owned businesses and retailers. Welcome to Cotton For The Soul™ podcast, www.cottonforthesoul.com an up close and personal raw & unfiltered perspective on life experience of eating a plant-base diet. Spreading Good vibrations while living a minimalist lifestyle outside the matrix. Whether you have taken the pill of knowledge or the pill of blissful ignorance, thank you for tuning in from down the rabbit hole. Now, buckle your seat-belt because it’s about to get real! We upload a new episode every Thursday Why did you write the book “500 ways to black to celebrate, black love?” For me it all started from my personal journey. What I was personally going through in my, love story. I was in a relationship and everything seemed right, we were very compatible. It seemed like it was love at first sight, and then when we further got in the relationship, we discovered that we just were not meant to be together. He was not a bad person or anything like that; but it was for someone else, it wasn’t for me and we were both totally fine ending the relationship. It was a three year journey that I spent discovering, what is black love. I started researching family history and I discovered things and thoughts that existed within the family passed down from my grandparents and from my parents. One of the interesting things that I discovered about my grandmother was that for whatever reason my grandmother hated relationships. I kind of discovered during the journey about, black love, and what to do to break your patterns, because these patterns are cyclical and runs for generations. Are You Ready To Unleash Your Inner Voice? Then join coach Amikaeyla Gaston, in her 3 hour masterclass to help you make your next move. You will discover how to use self-expression, breathing, reflecting and meditations to help you get in touch with your inner voice, that will propel you to make your Next Big Move in any endeavor in your life. Go to VoiceYourVision.NET to join Ami from May 28th LIVE on demand on Zoom! Enroll in Voice Your Vision today at 50% off the retail price. I don’t know your, love story; but I know as a, Life coach, I know women who cycle from abusive relationships into new abusive relationships. That’s their pattern, and they keep going into those relationships. They don’t look for them, but it just happens. So what you’re saying is exactly what happens, we all attract the same kind of man and it’s something unconsciously that we’re doing. You traced your pattern and you found that it came from parental influence. The second thing I discovered when I began researching, black love, is that the internet portrayed, black love relationships, as nonexistent. I bumped into articles such as the one in Marie Claire magazine titled “Marriages are for white people” and then when I read the article it goes further on to explain how, marriage, isn’t for, black women! So now I am dealing with the generational belief passed down from my parents and grandparents, then it’s the societal belief that, black women, does not deserve, love. High Medication Costs are Hard To Swallow! Whether you are ordering your medication online or picking it up in person during the Pandemic, we are helping patients get the most savings they need for all of their FDA approved prescription medication. Download the card once and use it forever! If you have health insurance use the card as an alternative and spend less than your copay. NO INSURANCE= GUARANTEED SAVINGS. Use at all chain pharmacies. Visit johnsonrxdiscounts.com and use code RXJohn40 for 40% a discount. Is, Black Love, different than White Love? No, Love, is a spirit and it does not define color. But as, black women, we have some challenges to find fulfilling black, love story. After my 3 year relationship went sour, I really wanted to help, black women, find that perfect, love story. Since I couldn’t find any, black love books, I decided to write one. I believe that, love, is a spirit and if you speak to, love, it will return back to you when you call it. I think that, love, is waiting for everyone to be silent, so that love can speak for itself. Beauty is not just a superficial thing. It’s not just a matter of looking good. Beauty it’s all about how you present yourself. It’s about being brave, being strong and having an attitude. It is about daring to trust yourself, overcoming your fears and going further. Beauty lies within us all, allowing us to bloom in the dark and overcome any obstacle. Just like the lotus flower. Visit our store and discover all we have specially prepared for you. We have the most complete store where you can find high quality products at the best prices. Our website is , www.lotusflowerbeautysupply.com, dare to show the world your inner and outer beauty. Follow us in Instagram @lotusflowerbeautysupply, What are 3 of the 500 ways to celebrate. Black love? What is Quantum Water Leaping and how does this celebrate, Black Love? Black Couples, Quantum Water Leaping is utilizing water as a representation of life. I believe that water is life and so if it’s used as a representation to cleanse out the old, love story, whatever that is, whether it’s past relationships, marriages, things that you haven’t forgiven yourself for concerning past relationships or anything thing that can hinder your, black love relationship. Black couples, are using that water and jumping into like a new, love story. It’s a quantum leap. Black Couples, Quantum Jumping is all about strengthening, black love relationships, because it is very true that relationships breakup because we’re carrying baggage. Leaping from one to the next is a perfect way to drop off your baggage! Author Betty Tucker shares the story of her life in her memoir, Don’t Worry About The Mule Going Blind. Betty Tucker came of age in Belle Glade, Florida, infamous for its poverty and violence. Her childhood was one of de-bili-ta-ting poverty, borne of racism, exploitive migrant labor, multiple rapes and other abuse, and chronic illness among her family and acquaintances … the list is long and bitter. Betty moved to California, earned her College degree, and raised a family. Then, in 1997, she began a long and eventually successful search for the twin girls she had given up for adoption thirty years earlier. Don’t worry about the Mule going Blind is a book about Fear, insecurity, sexual abuse, and neglect: This memoir will look beyond the description of these difficulties in the author’s life to examine how she acquired the tools she needed to take more control of her life, and what decisions impacted her choices. Pick up your copy today! Don’t worry about the Mule going Blind now available on Amazon. How does the, Blackdatebox, Help, Black Love Relationships? The, blackdatebox, or, black love box, is a quarterly subscription, love box, that was created to celebrate, black love. We celebrate, black love, depending on the season such as Christmas and other holidays or occasions that, black couples, wants to celebrate. For example there is a quarantine, love box. It has most of what you need to create a date at home and while you’re on the stay at home experience, you will kindle a deeper level of communication, a deeper level of, love. The, black love Box, comes with the rose petals and the candles and whatever you need to create a romantic date. We are coming into summer so the summer celebration, blackdatebox, 2020 has fireworks inside the box. There’s two different boxes for the summer celebration because some, black couples, may want to have a daytime date, so I have a brunch box. I work with a chef she lives in Alabama her name is Erika Barrett she makes these excellent pancakes, so she’s one of the African American business that are featured in the box. The, blackdatebox, comes with decorations for the ambiance and all the, black couples, have to do is add the feelings of, love! I also have a product that is amazing. It’s a game with miracle berries and they’re actually from Ghana and some people have taste tripping parties. You take these berries and they’re intact in form and then they dissolve on your tongue. You have to let it dissolve for about 10 minutes, once it dissolves and you suck a lemon or a lime it is going to turn everything that you’re tasting, sweet. It’s an amazing experience. When somebody goes out and purchases your book, what do you hope that they will come away with? I’m hoping that my readers get inspired and more empowered. I’m hoping that it will inspire them to their own self journey to finding, black love, and discoveries of their family history that could be blocking, black love. I want to change the narrative of, black love, and society. I want my book to be a form of mental jogging. How do you advise women to set their intention for, black love? Whenever you have good intentions for being in a relationship then you will manifest those intentions. One way to set intentions is with daily affirmations. Some of these affirmations are: I am loved I am black and lovable I am black excellence If your intentions are that you want, love, because of loneliness, change your intentions. Your purpose for wanting a relationship must be because you have something to give, not want. If you set your intentions in a good way then you’ll receive good results. Call, love, and it will come! I pray that everyone every listener, every reader of my book that this will be the best year of, Black love, or any other love for them. I just want to pray that, Love, Finds them from the north, the South, the east and the West. I just want to pray that they receive total healing.

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Students often struggle to transfer conceptual understanding from isolated instruction to a coherent mental model. This is especially true for the context of flight physics, fluid dynamics, or the concepts of aerodynamic lift, drag, stall, center of mass, and angle of attack. To elicit naïve concepts and expert models, we have developed a new, automatically scored multiple-choice test on introductory fluid dynamics. The Flight Physics Concept Inventory (FliP-CoIn) was developed for online or paper use as well as for pre- and/or post-evaluation. In its gamified form as a free-to-use Particify™ quiz, FliP-CoIn can also serve as a formative assessment and collaborative team-building event. Distractors are based on naïve student concepts, and we have optimized the instrument‘s validity and reliability. We present example data and questions for comparing student data and interpreting results. We describe a gamified lesson (like an ILD—Interactive Lecture Demonstration) addressing flight physics and fluid dynamics naïve concepts collaboratively with the help of our newly developed assessment instrument. We share flight physics and fluid dynamics resources including the FliP-CoIn instrument, supporting materials, a lesson plan, lesson resources, videos, and three Particify™ quizzes. Primary Image: A coin in a fluid flow with visible turbulence. Genz F, Bresges A, Falconer KA. 2023. The Flight Physics Concept Inventory: Reliably Evaluating Aerodynamic Lift, Drag and Associated (Naïve) Concepts of Flight in Class and In-Game. CourseSource 10. https://doi.org/10.24918/cs.2023.27 Bloom's Cognitive Level Vision and Change Core Competencies Key Scientific Process Skills Principles of How People Learn Flight is one of humankind’s most fascinating endeavors; countless books, poems, inventions and love stories have been inspired by the desire to understand it. Despite this, most standard textbooks in school only superficially cover the topic and no standardized assessments related to aerodynamics exist (1). The result is oversimplified and erroneous explanations, which lead to naïve concepts (also called alternative, pre- or misconceptions) (2). However, even brief, concise and correct explanations will most likely strengthen misconceptions in student minds, and less likely foster expert concepts—meaning students become more confident in their existing concepts (2, 3). This sounds paradoxical at first, but makes sense in learning psychology (4): students are not empty vessels to be filled, rather students enter a class with many childhood-developed mechanics concepts about the world, based on prior lived experience. When students only receive a good explanation, and this explanation is not contrasted against their prior knowledge, students are likely to cherry-pick what they hear, and often feel even more secure in their prior (naïve) conceptions (5). An example of this is the idea that “aerodynamic lift always points upwards.” Therefore, contrasting naïve to expert concepts is key in conceptual change instruction (6). By conceptual change instruction we mean (i) making students’ prior knowledge explicit (e.g., noting down, discussing, voting); then (ii) providing student activities and questions to challenge these conceptions; and (iii) comparing prior student concepts to later ones. The second problem is that sometimes even “good” explanations are absent. Too often, aerodynamic lift is explained by the wrong notion that the Bernoulli principle is its primary cause, rather than a result of the deflected air (7). This naïve rationale often traps college students with a physics, engineering or aviation major into the false reasoning that a path length difference of air over and under the wing is how lift is generated (e.g., “Because the air’s path length over the wing is longer, the air flowing on the topside of the airfoil must be faster; this creates a lower pressure on the topside of the wing”). It even leads to the wrong notion that the airfoil profile shape itself is generating most lift, and angle of attack is less important than shape. Even Albert Einstein briefly believed that an airfoil’s shape is the primary lift factor and published a paper about a cat’s arched back wing (8)—which almost killed a test pilot. Furthermore, when taught in the context of forces and free body diagrams, illustrations are often deceptive or inaccurate, showing only horizontal flight, and lift pointing exclusively upward, when in fact aerodynamic lift is more complex (i.e., it is perpendicular to the direction of flight). Finally, flight physics is a neglected interdisciplinary topic, missing from the standard instructional canon. We like to think of flight physics as a crosscutting topic, encompassing several rich areas. It can cover a huge range of contexts and applications (e.g., bird flight, drag optimized shapes in nature, or bow bulges at ships and wind turbines). In medicine and politics, accurate models for fluid flow are more important than ever, modeling virus movement and risk management. Climate change models for ocean and atmosphere movement are paramount in times of global warming. For a comprehensive collection of fluid dynamics lessons and resources, see the open NASA and AAPT publication “Aeronautics for Introductory Physics” (9). Flight Physics in US and German Curriculum Beyond the obvious use for flight schools and engineering institutions, the activities we describe also cover and deepen many aspects of current science curricula in college and high school. The US Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) entail the crosscutting concepts of “cause and effect” and “scaling,” which come up centrally when studying flight physics and aerodynamics. In addition, the NGSS category for “motion and stability” contains the sub section of “forces and interactions.” Flight physics is highly motivational, and provides an opportunity to deepen and apply earlier basic knowledge from other contexts. Notably, the largest physics society in the world, the German Physical Society (DPG), has started listing “fluid dynamics” as a core concept for K–12 (10, p. 28). For our activity, no prerequisite student knowledge or skills are required beyond vector representations. However, conflicting prior knowledge is presumed on the student side (2–5). On the teacher side, we assume some basic familiarity with flight physics and conceptual learning (12–25). Gamification: Transforming an Instrument Into an Interactive Lecture Quiz Why We Gamify Active student engagement improves learning outcomes (26, 27). Moreover, educational games enhance problem solving, communication and cooperation skills (28). We advocate an activity akin to Sokoloff’s Interactive Lecture Demonstrations (29), one that we call an Interactive Lecture Quiz. Despite this, students often claim to learn more through traditional lecturing, but studies show that this self-perception is incorrect (30, 31). Active learning feels more difficult for students at first, and they might even complain that teachers are not doing their jobs right. The gamification of lectures, enriched with highly social active learning elements, is our solution to this student perception bias. It allows for students to receive the benefits of student engagement while avoiding the perception amongst students that the work is harder. As such, we give implementation tips on how to gamify lectures and assess them with the FliP-CoIn instrument in the following section. Lesson Structure and Spirit In former publications we described a gamified lab lesson using flight simulators, 2D wind tunnel apps (32) and low-cost experimental setups (33). Here, we will focus on an approach for large lectures, which promotes active learning. The core idea is an online quiz calling for predictions of student teams in constructive competition. The questions are projected to the lecture wall or to student smartphones. Student teams can answer in any browser. Team scores are presented instantly after each question. In this manner, student teams will know whether they have an expert understanding or need to pay more attention to this particular part during the lecture. We even recommend splitting up the lecture and interweaving the questions to create many phase changes and isles of active learning (34). The structure of this lesson was designed to be repetitive and modular (see Table 1). This allows students to concentrate on the content. Usually the first quiz round takes a bit longer and the following round a bit less than 15min. When time is short, one can simply skip Phase 6 or the last questions. In Phase 4, there is no need to mention the correct answer; research suggests it is even counterproductive to do so (5, 30). It is only important to (let) point out why and where all the distractor options fail. This constructive confusion might not lead to perfect expert understanding instantly, but students are likely to improve on their mental models, and, more importantly, own them. Students are likely to continue refining their model when new scenarios challenging these concept are presented. For the complete lesson plan, see Supporting File S2. Table 1. Spiraling procedure. The lesson core repeats with every quiz round. Phase 6 is optional. Spiraling Procedure (75 min for 5 quiz rounds) Finding a Team Answer (e.g., slide 7) “Come up with a team answer. Why do you think so?” Reflection 1 (e.g., slide 8) “Discuss with your team: ‘Which believes could one hold that answers the other options?’” Rationales (e.g., slide 9) “Discuss with other teams or all: ‘What is the rationale for your team choice?’” Results (e.g., slide 10) Show results and talk about why distractors are wrong. Show team scores briefly between questions. “How was the decision made? Focus on body language.” Implementation Tips for a Gamified Lecture Below, we summarize the lecture’s essentials: Emphasize that the focus of the quiz is not on how many answers they get correct, but on gaining clarity about the reasons and explanations for why they chose an answer. Build heterogeneous or randomized groups of 3–4 students. Let groups find a team name (for group identification). For best learning effects, we present team scores after each question and give time to let students talk to other groups before moving on. After each question (block), we explicitly name the underlying alternative concepts and give vivid examples where they fail. This is THE crucial step for preparing for the next step. When enough cognitive dissonance (27) has prepared the learners’ minds, we explain the expert concept or let student groups present them. Encourage visual examples, metaphors and/or storytelling, while referring back to the differences between naïve and expert explanations (3, 5). Sort and/or select the questions by concept domain. This way, your students can better track their learning process and identify their learning gains. Finally, plan enough time for the active learning elements—especially when students are not familiar with active learning in lectures (35). In Supporting File S1, you will find at least three ready-to-use quizzes assorted for the concept domains of lift, drag and angle of attack (with currently 6, 19 and 5 questions, respectively). Moreover, Supporting File S1 contains presentations and video clips for a gamified lesson including explanations for instructors after some tough questions. How FliP-CoIn Assesses Student Concepts According to cognitive dissonance theory, eliciting prior student concepts early is crucial for preparing learning (4). Hence, the FliP-CoIn instrument (see Supporting File S3) was developed as a multiple-choice single-response instrument with automated scoring. In the online version, students can receive direct feedback, and teachers get instant access to class comparisons via the PhysPort.org data explorer. For the evaluation of the paper-pencil version, a spreadsheet for scoring with a coding mask streamlines the visualization of results. For more details of how one can evaluate student concepts with FliP-CoIn, please consult Supporting File S4. Common Naïve Concepts of Flight Physics Despite our previous knowledge about the prevalence of common misconceptions, we were stunned by the abundance of naïve concepts collected with the FliP-CoIn instrument. Hence, we assembled a “Top 10” list with the most common naïve concepts. To prevent repeating these naïve notions, and for creating cognitive dissonance in students’ minds, we inverted their meaning (see Table 2). These Top 10 statements are designed to challenge most students’ naïve prior concepts. As noted above, creating cognitive dissonance first, is crucial for overcoming naïve these concepts (2). We use the term naïve concepts in the sense of non-expert concepts or mental models, which are lacking some details to fully grasp the given physics phenomenon. In front of students, we prefer the term alternative concept, since even non-expert concepts are a valuable step on the way to a more scientific understanding. Table 2. Challenging statements tackling the most common naïve student concepts. Challenging statements for promoting discussion engaging most common naive concepts Dynamic lift does not (necessarily) point upwards. Pathlength and lift Pathlength difference does not explain lift. Continuity of airflow Air over and under the wing does not rejoin at the tailing edge. AoA and lift Angle of Attack (AoA) can decrease while lift increases. Shape (curvature) of the wing is not more important than AoA. Displaced air does not reach its original height again. A pointy frontside is not (necessarily) the most aerodynamic solution. Shorter objects (with less surface) area may experience more drag. Center of Mass is not near the luggage cabin. Speed does not exert the most significant influence on passenger forces. To address our Top 10 challenging statements requires active student engagement, modeled here via a gamified lecture with group work activity we described in the Gamification section. Common Naïve Concepts of Aerodynamic Drag Question 5 of the FliP-CoIn instrument asks students which one of two bodies experiences less aerodynamic drag in 13 pairwise comparisons. All bodies have the same maximum cross-sectional area facing the wind (ø=2cm, see Table 3). According to our data, the most common naïve concept concerning aerodynamic drag is the naïve notion that “a pointy nose is best.” More than 50% of our students rank B higher than A. Common student rationales are (i) “race cars are pointy, too,” (ii) “one has to split the air first,” (iii) “it looks closest to a bullet to me,” or (iv) “the backside is not so important.” Experts know that a pointy backside/tail is more important than a pointy frontside for avoiding turbulence and usually reason more like: “The high pressure area in front of the body will function as an air cushion, making the body’s frontside relatively slippery anyways.” Of course, a pointy backside in combination with a pointy frontside is even more slippery, but this is consciously not an option in the assessment. Table 3. Drag bodies sorted from low to high aerodynamic drag (top to bottom). (round side facing wind) (pointy side facing wind) filled half sphere (round side facing wind) filled half sphere (flat side facing wind) coin / flat cylinder (flat side facing wind) By far the most common misconception is indicated by the fact that usually about three quarters of students pick body D over C in direct comparison. This is consistent with the concept of “avoid sharp edges,” “a tail is good,” and “symmetry makes slippiness.” However, it contradicts actual measurements. Experts argue that the surface drag is smaller at C, and sometimes also that stable vortices in the wind shadow are forming a somewhat pointy tail behind drag body C. Surprisingly, some students see the sphere as the “optimal shape” concerning drag, and prefer the sphere over all other drag bodies (14% of students). This might be due to memorized sentences from mathematics or Greek history like “a sphere is the perfect shape,” which are overgeneralized and bleeding into the physics domain. Further, since some students (13%) hold the naïve concept “a flat end” or “the backside does not matter,” it is particularly hard for these students to decide between C and D, or between E and F. Common Naïve Concepts of Aerodynamic Lift Lift is defined as perpendicular to the direction of flight. Even though most students seem to know this, they often do not correctly apply this definition in flight states deviating from steady horizontal flight. “Lift always points up” or “the resulting force is lift” are common naïve statements uttered by students. Questions 15–19 of our FliP-CoIn instrument challenge these beliefs when asking about aerodynamic lift while airplanes are in descent, in a looping, banking in a curve, and in climb flight. The most prevalent naïve concept probed with the FliP-CoIn instrument is: “Lift is bigger than weight when the airplane goes up.” While for high-scoring experts it is clear that this can never be true for unaccelerated flight (see also Figure 1), it is not clear for 91% of our students. Often the thrust force is overlooked as a contributor to balance the weight in steady climb flight. Also, lift seems to be confused with the resulting force of lift plus thrust, or is confused with a vector pointing in the direction of movement. Derek Muller found similar effects for a scenario where a ball is tossed through the air (2, 5). We showed that eliciting and changing concepts is important but difficult—especially in flight physics. Therefore, we have sketched a gamified lesson facilitating active and inclusive learning in teams. We elaborated on key phases of the lesson and its structure, and gave implementation tips for the gamified lecture. Based on our data and teaching experience, we assembled a Top 10 list for challenging naïve concepts in flight physics and elaborated on the most common student concepts concerning aerodynamic lift and drag. Beyond this, we developed ready-to-use supporting materials (slides, quizzes and video clips) on how the questions of the newly developed Flight Physics Concept Inventory’s (FliP-CoIn) can be used to assess your students’ initial ideas and to enhance student learning through gamification. We have optimized the FliP-CoIn instrument for evaluation time via automatic scoring, its face validity through expert and think-aloud interviews, and its internal reliability though an item analysis. As an activity at the beginning of a lecture series, the tool informs teachers about the pre-conceptions that many students have. When also applied after a learning intervention, the FliP-CoIn instrument will highlight learning gains and answer questions such as, “Where was my teaching most effective?” or “Which method outperformed another one?” This data might become useful, not only when inspiring your own teaching, but also for colleagues or funding personnel in need for reliable, research-based assessment data for the effectiveness of your teaching approach. Last but not least, we are eager to get feedback from you. For updates on FliP-CoIn have a look on flip-coin.uni-koeln.de or write us for yet unpublished developments. Scientific Teaching Themes In the gamified lecture, team collaboration enhances the learning experience. This activity engages the teams in problem solving. The time pressure and instant feedback create both an emotional experience and cognitive dissonance. Previous studies have shown emotional experiences influence learning positively (36). To further enhance the learning objectives, students should be asked to reflect on their discussion and how they think they settled their answer (consensus finding strategies). This should be done without time pressure. The Flight Physics Concept Inventory was designed for quick feedback on individual students and for whole courses. Teachers can use the instrument to gain insight into preexisting concepts when given before a learning intervention or class. When given before and after a class, it informs students and teachers about learning gains and the effectiveness of learning strategies. The Flight Physics Concept Inventory (FliP-CoIn) is freely accessible for teachers via PhysPort.org. The additional questions can also be used in the gamified lecture sketched here. Student teams will immediately know if they have answered a question correctly when the interim team scores are displayed. The fast-paced game is ideal for self-evaluation. In the gamified lecture teams can compete against each another, which encourages collaboration among team members. The activity should help to build a supportive community of learning. Using randomized or heterogeneous groups also exposes students to new perspectives. The aerodynamic bodies for questions 4 and 5 can be 3D printed, allowing for multisensory accesses. In addition, all picture-based questions can be 3D printed as a relief, allowing blind students having more equal chances of understanding the question. The 3D meshes are available via the corresponding author. S1. FliP-CoIn – Videos, slides & quiz templates for a gamified lecture S2. FliP-CoIn – Lesson plan example S3. FliP-CoIn – Instrument questions [ENG] S4. FliP-CoIn – How to assess student concepts with the instrument We would like to thank Scott V. Franklin, Daniel MacIsaac, Eleanor C. 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READING PASSAGE 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 1-13, which are based on Reading Passage 1 below. Materials to take us beyond concrete Concrete is everywhere, but it’s bad for the planet, generating large amounts of carbon dioxide — alternatives are being developed Concrete is the second most used substance in the global economy, after water — and one of the world’s biggest single sources of greenhouse gas emissions. The chemical process by which cement, the key ingredient of concrete, is created results in large quantities of carbon dioxide. The UN estimates that there will be 9.8 billion people living on the planet by mid-century. They will need somewhere to live. If concrete is the only answer to the construction of new cities, then carbon emissions will soar, aggravating global warming. And so scientists have started innovating with other materials, in a scramble for alternatives to a universal commodity that has underpinned our modern life for many years. The problem with replacing concrete is that it is so very good at what it does. Chris Cheeseman, an engineering professor at Imperial College London, says the key thing to consider is the extent to which concrete is used around the world, and is likely to continue to be used. ‘Concrete is not a high-carbon product. Cement is high carbon, but concrete is not. But it is the scale on which it is used that makes it high carbon. The sheer scale of manufacture is so huge, that is the issue.’ Not only are the ingredients of concrete relatively cheap and found in abundance in most places around the globe, the stuff itself has marvellous properties: Portland cement, the vital component of concrete, is mouldable and pourable, but quickly sets hard. Cheeseman also notes another advantage: concrete and steel have similar thermal expansion properties, so steel can be used to reinforce concrete, making it far stronger and more flexible as a building material than it could be on its own. According to Cheeseman, all these factors together make concrete hard to beat. ‘Concrete is amazing stuff. Making anything with similar properties is going to be very difficult.’ A possible alternative to concrete is wood. Making buildings from wood may seem like a rather medieval idea, but climate change is driving architects to turn to treated timber as a possible resource. Recent years have seen the emergence of tall buildings constructed almost entirely from timber. Vancouver, Vienna and Brumunddal in Norway are all home to constructed tall, wooden buildings. Using wood to construct buildings, however, is not straightforward. Wood expands as it absorbs moisture from the air and is susceptible to pests, not to mention fire. But treating wood and combining it with other materials can improve its properties. Cross-laminated timber is engineered wood. An adhesive is used to stick layers of solid sawn timber together, crosswise, to form building blocks. This material is light but has the strength of concrete and steel. Construction experts say that wooden buildings can be constructed at a greater speed than ones of concrete and steel and the process, it seems, is quieter. Stora Enso is Europe’s biggest supplier of cross-laminated timber, and its vice-president Markus Mannstrém reports that the company is seeing increasing demand globally for building in wood, with climate change concerns the key driver. Finland, with its large forests, where Stora Enso is based, has been leading the way, but the company is seeing arise in demand for its timber products across the world, including in Asia. Of course, using timber in a building also locks away the carbon that it absorbed as it grew. But even treated wood has its limitations and only when a wider range of construction projects has been proven in practice will it be possible to see wood as a real alternative to concrete in constructing tall buildings. Fly ash and slag from iron ore are possible alternatives to cement in a concrete mix. Fly ash, a byproduct of coal-burning power plants, can be incorporated into concrete mixes to make up as much as 15 to 30% of the cement, without harming the strength or durability of the resulting mix. Iron-ore slag, a byproduct of the iron-ore smelting process, can be used in a similar way. Their incorporation into concrete mixes has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But Anna Surgenor, of the UK’s Green Building Council, notes that although these waste products can save carbon in the concrete mix, their use is not always straightforward. ‘It’s possible to replace the cement content in concrete with waste products to lower the overall carbon impact. But there are several calculations that need to be considered across | the entire life cycle of the building — these include factoring in where these materials are being shipped from. If they are transported over long distances, using fossil fuels, the use of alternative materials might not make sense from an overall carbon reduction perspective.’ While these technologies are all promising ideas, they are either unproven or based on materials that are not abundant. In their overview of innovation in the concrete industry, Felix Preston and Johanna Lehne of the UK’s Royal Institute of International Affairs reached the conclusion that, ‘Some novel cements have been discussed for more than a decade within the research community, without breaking through. At present, these alternatives are rarely as cost-effective as conventional cement, and they face raw-material shortages and resistance from customers.’ Reading Passage 1 has eight sections, A-H. Which section contains the following information? Write the correct letter, A-H, in boxes 1—4 on your answer sheet. 1 an explanation of the industrial processes that create potential raw materials for concrete 2 a reference to the various locations where high-rise wooden buildings can be found 3 an indication of how widely available the raw materials of concrete are 4 the belief that more high-rise wooden buildings are needed before wood can be regarded as a viable construction material Complete the summary below. Choose ONE WORD ONLY from the passage for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 5—8 on your answer sheet. Making buildings with wood Wood is a traditional building material, but current environmental concerns are encouraging 5 __________ to use wood in modern construction projects. Using wood, however, has its challenges. For example, as 6 __________ in the atmosphere enters wood, it increases in size. In addition, wood is prone to pests and the risk of fire is greater. However, wood can be turned into a better construction material if it is treated and combined with other materials. In one process, 7 __________ of solid wood are glued together to create building blocks. These blocks are lighter than concrete and steel but equal them in strength. Experts say that wooden buildings are an improvement on those made of concrete and steel in terms of the 8 __________ with which they can be constructed and how much noise is generated by the process. Look at the following statements (Questions 9-13) and the list of people below. Match each statement with the correct person, A, B, C or D. Write the correct letter, A, B, C or D, in boxes 9-13 on your answer sheet. NB You may use any letter more than once. List of People A. Chris Cheeseman B. Markus Mannstrom C. Anna Surgenor D. Felix Preston and Johanna Lehne 9 The environmental advantage of cement alternatives may not be as great as initially assumed. 10 It would be hard to create a construction alternative to concrete that offers so many comparable benefits. 11 Worries about the environment have led to increased interest in wood as a construction material. 12 Expense has beena factor in the negative response to the development of new cements. 13 The environmental damage caused by concrete is due to it being produced in large quantities. READING PASSAGE 2 You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 14—26, which are based on Reading Passage 2 below. The steam car The successes and failures of the Doble brothers and their steam cars When primitive automobiles first began to appear in the 1800s, their engines were based on steam power. Steam had already enjoyed a long and successful career in the railways, so it was only natural that the technology evolved into a miniaturized version which was separate from the trains. But these early cars inherited steam’s weaknesses along with its strengths. The boilers had to be lit by hand, and they required about twenty minutes to build up pressure before they could be driven. Furthermore, their water reservoirs only lasted for about thirty miles before needing replenishment. Despite such shortcomings, these newly designed self-propelled carriages offered quick transportation, and by the early 1900s it was not uncommon to see such machines shuttling wealthy citizens around town. But the glory days of steam cars were few. A new technology called the Internal Combustion Engine soon appeared, which offered the ability to drive down the road just moments after starting up. At first, these noisy gasoline cars were unpopular because they were more complicated to operate and they had difficult hand-crank starters, which were known to break arms when the engines backfired. But in 1912 General Motors introduced the electric starter, and over the following few years steam power was gradually phased out. Even as the market was declining, four brothers made one last effort to rekindle the technology. Between 1906 and 1909, while still attending high school, Abner Doble and his three brothers built their first steam car in their parents’ basement. It comprised parts taken from a wrecked early steam car but reconfigured to drive an engine of their own design. Though it did not run well, the Doble brothers went on to build a second and third prototype in the following years. Though the Doble boys’ third prototype, nicknamed the Model B, still lacked the convenience of an internal combustion engine, it drew the attention of automobile trade magazines due to its numerous improvements over previous steam cars. . The Model B proved to be superior to gasoline automobiles in many ways. Its high-pressure steam drove the engine pistons in virtual silence, in contrast to clattering gas engines which emitted the aroma of burned hydrocarbons. Perhaps most impressively, the Model B was amazingly swift. It could accelerate from zero to sixty miles per hour in just fifteen seconds, a feat described as ‘remarkable acceleration’ by Automobile magazine in 1914. The following year Abner Doble drove the Model B from Massachusetts to Detroit in order to seek investment in his automobile design, which he used to open the General Engineering Company. He and his brothers immediately began working on the Model C, which was intended to expand upon the innovations of the Model B. The brothers added features such as a key-based ignition in the cabin, eliminating the need for the operator to manually ignite the boiler. With these enhancements, the Dobles’ new car company promised a steam vehicle which would provide all of the convenience of a gasoline car, but with much greater speed, much simpler driving controls, and a virtually silent powerplant. By the following April, the General Engineering Company had received 5,390 deposits for Doble Detroits, which were scheduled for delivery in early 1918. Later that year Abner Doble delivered unhappy news to those eagerly awaiting the delivery of their modern new cars. Those buyers who received the handful of completed cars complained that the vehicles were sluggish and erratic, sometimes going in reverse when they should go forward. The new engine design, though innovative, was still plagued with serious glitches. The brothers made one final attempt to produce a viable steam automobile. In early 1924, the Doble brothers shipped a Model E to New York City to be road-tested by the Automobile Club of America. After sitting overnight in freezing temperatures, the car was pushed out into the road and left to sit for over an hour in the frosty morning air. At the turn of the key, the boiler lit and reached its operating pressure inside of forty seconds. As they drove the test vehicle further, they found that its evenly distributed weight lent it surprisingly good handling, even though it was so heavy. As the new Doble steamer was further developed and tested, its maximum speed was pushed to over a hundred miles per hour, and it achieved about fifteen miles per gallon of kerosene with negligible emissions. Sadly, the Dobles’ brilliant steam car never was a financial success. Priced at around $18,000 in 1924, it was popular only among the very wealthy. Plus, it is said that no two Model Es were quite the same, because Abner Doble tinkered endlessly with the design. By the time the company folded in 1931, fewer than fifty of the amazing Model E steam cars had been produced. For his whole career, until his death in 1961, Abner Doble remained adamant that steam-powered automobiles were at least equal to gasoline cars, if not superior. Given the evidence, he may have been right. Many of the Model E Dobles which have survived are still in good working condition, some having been driven over half a million miles with only normal maintenance. Astonishingly, an unmodified Doble Model E runs clean enough to pass the emissions laws in California today, and they are pretty strict. It is true that the technology poses some difficult problems, but you cannot help but wonder how efficient a steam car might be with the benefit of modern materials and computers. Under the current pressure to improve automotive performance and reduce emissions, it is not unthinkable that the steam car may rise again. Reading Passage 2 has seven paragraphs, A-G. Choose the correct heading for each paragraph from the list of headings below. Write the correct number, i-viii, in boxes 14—20 on your answer sheet. List of Headings i A period in cold conditions before the technology is assessed ii Marketing issues lead to failure iii Good and bad aspects of steam technology are passed on iv A possible solution to the issues of today v Further improvements lead to commercial orders vi Positive publicity at last for this quiet, clean, fast vehicle vii A disappointing outcome for customers viii A better option than the steam car arises 14 Paragraph A 15 Paragraph B 16 Paragraph C 17 Paragraph D 18 Paragraph E 19 Paragraph F 20 Paragraph G Choose the correct letter, A, B, C or D. Write the correct letter in boxes 21—23 on your answer sheet. 21 What point does the writer make about the steam car in Paragraph B? A. lts success was short-lived. B. Not enough cars were made. C. Car companies found them hard to sell. D. People found them hard to drive. 22 When building their first steam car, the Doble brothers A. constructed all the parts themselves. B. made written notes at each stage of the construction. C. needed several attempts to achieve a competitive model. D. sought the advice of experienced people in the car industry. 23 In order to produce the Model C, the Doble brothers A. moved production to a different city. B. raised financial capital. C. employed an additional worker. D. abandoned their earlier designs. Complete the summary below. Choose ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER from the passage for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 24—26 on your answer sheet. The Model E The Model E was road-tested in 1924 by the Automobile Club of America. They found it easy to drive, despite its weight, and it impressed the spectators. A later version of the Model E raised its 24 __________ while keeping its emissions extremely low. The steam car was too expensive for many people and its design was constantly being altered. Under 25 __________ cars were produced before the company went out of business. However, even today, there are Model Es on the road in the US. They are straightforward to maintain, and they satisfy California’s 26 __________ emissions laws. Perhaps today’s technology and materials would help us revive the steam car. READING PASSAGE 3 You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 27—40, which are based on Reading Passage 3 below. The case for mixed-ability classes Picture this scene. It’s an English literature lesson in a UK school, and the teacher has just read an extract from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet with a class of 15-year-olds. He’s given some of the students copies of No Fear Shakespeare, a kid-friendly translation of the original. For three students, even these literacy demands are beyond them. Another girl simply can’t focus and he gives her pens and paper to draw with. The teacher can ask the No Fear group to identify the key characters and maybe provide a tentative plot summary. He can ask most of the class about character development, and five of them might be able to support their statements with textual evidence. Now two curious students are wondering whether Shakespeare advocates living a life of moderation or one of passionate engagement. As a teacher myself, I’d think my lesson would be going rather well if the discussion went as described above. But wouldn’t this kind of class work better if there weren’t such a huge gap between the top and the bottom? If we put all the kids who needed literacy support into one class, and all the students who want to discuss the virtue of moderation into another? The practice of ‘streaming’, or ‘tracking’, involves separating students into classes depending on their diagnosed levels of attainment. At a macro level, it requires the establishment of academically selective schools for the brightest students, and comprehensive schools for the rest. Within schools, it means selecting students into a ‘stream’ of general ability, or ‘sets’ of subject- specific ability. The practice is intuitively appealing to almost every stakeholder. I have heard the mixed-ability model attacked by way of analogy: a group hike. The fittest in the group take the lead and set a brisk pace, only to have to stop and wait every 20 minutes. This is frustrating, and their enthusiasm wanes. Meanwhile, the slowest ones are not only embarrassed but physically struggling to keep up. What’s worse, they never get a long enough break. They honestly just want to quit. Hiking, they feel, is not for them. Mixed-ability classes bore students, frustrate parents and burn out teachers. The brightest ones will never summit Mount Qomolangma, and the stragglers won’t enjoy the lovely stroll in the park they are perhaps more suited to. Individuals suffer at the demands of the collective, mediocrity prevails. So: is learning like hiking? The current pedagogical paradigm is arguably that of constructivism, which emerged out of the work of psychologist Lev Vygotsky. In the 1930s, Vygotsky emphasised the importance of targeting a student’s specific ‘zone of proximal development’ (ZPD). This is the gap between what they can achieve only with support — teachers, textbooks, worked examples, parents and so on — and what they can achieve independently. The purpose of teaching is to provide and then gradually remove this ‘scaffolding’ until they are autonomous. If we accept this model, it follows that streaming students with similar ZPDs would be an efficient and effective solution. And that forcing everyone on the same hike — regardless of aptitude — would be madness. Despite all this, there is limited empirical evidence to suggest that streaming results in better outcomes for students. Professor John Hattie, director of the Melbourne Education Research Institute, notes that ‘tracking has minimal effects on learning outcomes’. What is more, streaming appears to significantly ‘ — and negatively — affect those students assigned to the lowest sets. These students tend to have much higher representation of low socioeconomic class. Less significant is the small benefit for those lucky clever students in the higher sets. The overall result is that the smart stay smart and the dumb get dumber, further entrenching the social divide. In the latest update of Hattie’s influential meta-analysis of factors influencing student achievement, one of the most significant factors is the teachers’ estimate of achievement. Streaming students by diagnosed achievement automatically limits what the teacher feels the student is capable of. Meanwhile, in a mixed environment, teachers’ estimates need to be more diverse and flexible. While streaming might seem to help teachers effectively target a student’s ZPD, it can underestimate the importance of peer-to-peer learning. A crucial aspect of constructivist theory is the role of the MKO — ‘more- knowledgeable other’ — in knowledge construction. While teachers are traditionally the MKOs in classrooms, the value of knowledgeable student peers must not go unrecognised either. I find it amazing to watch students get over an idea to their peers in ways that I would never think of. They operate with different language tools and different social tools from teachers and, having just learnt it themselves, they possess similar cognitive structures to their struggling classmates. There is also something exciting about passing on skills and knowledge that you yourself have just mastered — a certain pride and zeal, a certain freshness to the interaction between ‘teacher’ and ‘learner’ that is often lost by the expert for whom the steps are obvious and the joy of discovery forgotten. Having a variety of different abilities in a collaborative learning environment provides valuable resources for helping students meet their learning needs, not to mention improving their communication and social skills. And today, more than ever, we need the many to flourish — not suffer at the expense of a few bright stars. Once a year, I go on a hike with my class, a mixed bunch of students. It is challenging. The fittest students realise they need to encourage the reluctant. There are lookouts who report back, and extra items to carry for others. We make it — together. Choose the correct letter, A, B, C or D. Write the correct letter in boxes 27-30 on your answer sheet. 27 The writer describes the Romeo and Juliet lesson in order to demonstrate A. how few students are interested in literature. B. how a teacher handles a range of learning needs. C. how unsuitable Shakespeare is for most teenagers. D. how weaker students can disrupt their classmates’ learning. 28 What does the writer say about streaming in the third paragraph? A. It has a very broad appeal. B. It favours cleverer students. C. It is relatively simple to implement. D. It works better in some schools than others. 29 What idea is suggested by the reference to Mount Qomolangma in the fifth paragraph? A. students following unsuitable paths B. students attempting interesting tasks C. students not achieving their full potential D. students not being aware of their limitations 30 What does the word ‘scaffolding’ in the sixth paragraph refer to? A. the factors which prevent a student from learning effectively B. the environment where most of a student’s learning takes place C. the assistance given to a student in their initial stages of learning D. the setting of appropriate learning targets for a student’s aptitude Complete the summary using the list of phrases, A-I, below. Write the correct letter, A-I, in boxes 31-35 on your answer sheet. A wrong classes B lower expectations C average learners D bottom sets E brightest pupils F disadvantaged backgrounds G weaker students H higher achievements I positive impressions Is streaming effective? According to Professor John Hattie of the Melbourne Education Research Institute, there is very little indication that streaming leads to 31 _________ He points out that, in schools which use streaming, the most significant impact is on those students placed in the 32 __________, especially where a large proportion of them have 33 __________ Meanwhile, for the 34 __________, there appears to be only minimal advantage. A further issue is that teachers tend to have 35 __________ of students in streamed groups. Do the following statements agree with the views of the writer in Reading Passage 3? In boxes 36-40 on your answer sheet, write YES if the statement agrees with the views of the writer NO if the statement contradicts the views of the writer NOT GIVEN if it is impossible to say what the writer thinks about this 36 The Vygotsky model of education supports the concept of a mixed-ability class. 37 Some teachers are uncertain about allowing students to take on MKO roles in the classroom. 38 It can be rewarding to teach knowledge which you have only recently acquired. 39 The priority should be to ensure that the highest-achieving students attain their goals. 40 Taking part in collaborative outdoor activities with teachers and classmates can improve student outcomes in the classroom. 37 NOT GIVEN 40 NOT GIVEN

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Afro-Latinx Students Navigate Racism and Erasure in the Classroom Educators need more data and resources to understand these students. Inclusive curricula can help the students better understand themselves. When her reading scores skyrocketed a couple of years ago, Dakota Pouncie says she wasn’t praised or celebrated. Instead, “I got undermined for my academic ability,” said Pouncie, a high school senior in Connecticut, who is Afro-Latina. She says her white teacher told her: “You don't look like the type that could do that. You don't look like you're paying attention in class.” “I always (got) 100s and 90s in the class,” Pouncie said. She remembers wondering why the teacher would doubt her. This is just one example of how Pouncie says she has been stereotyped at school—by teachers and peers—because of her dual identities. Light-skinned or white Latinx students have questioned Pouncie’s Puerto Rican roots, from denigrating her darker skin color and tightly curled hair texture to calling her a “no sabo kid” because she’s not fluent in Spanish. A counselor, she says, wrongly assumed she was being abused or her family was struggling financially. She’s not alone. Experts and teachers say many Afro-Latinx students face racist treatment. They are often made to feel invisible in interactions with students and school staff. They are erased in the way education data on Latinx students is collected and used and in curricula taught in classrooms across the U.S. More than a quarter of students enrolled in U.S. public schools are Hispanic, according to the U.S. Department of Education. Research on Latinx students, however, does not account for racial distinctions within that ethnic group. Such a monolithic category makes it impossible to fully track the academic performance of students who are Black and Latinx as well as other challenges they may face and disparities tied to systemic racism. “When you don't have data that is able to be disaggregated to see the ways in which race, anti-Blackness, is having an effect on some Latino students differently from those who are white appearing, you're not able to measure and account for that problem and then address it,” said Tanya Katerí Hernández, a law professor at Fordham University who researches anti-Black bias in the Latinx community. “If you're not able to detect these differences in how resources are allocated, how benefits are accorded, and access to special programs, then you're not able to intervene and make changes.” And there is clearly much that needs changing, Hernández says. She has found many examples of biased treatment of Afro-Latinx students in her research, from bullying to discipline disparities and Latinx teachers bringing their anti-Black bias into managing a classroom. The goal, she said, is to raise awareness of these issues and work to solve them to make sure Afro-Latinx students are seen and get the support they need. The Need for Afro-Latinx Inclusive Curricula Erasure of Afro-Latinx history and culture in school and society is a major obstacle to reaching Afro-Latinx youth, educators say. It’s difficult to connect with and engage students who are Afro-Latinx if they don’t see themselves represented in curricula and broader pop culture references. That’s why educators like Álida Reyes (Greater Delta: Mississippi and Arkansas, ’16) are intentional about presenting more diverse representations of Latinx people and cultures in their lessons. She emphasizes that people who are Black, Indigenous and Asian—as well as their cultures and languages—are part of Latinidad, or a contested concept meant to build solidarity among Latinx people. Latinidad aims to unite Latinx people under one term and identity “despite varying nationalities, racial and gender identities, generations, languages, immigrant status and mobility,” according to an article by Remezcla, a U.S. media brand focused on Latin culture. But some argue Latinidad upholds white supremacy and celebrates “mestizaje,” or mixed-race heritage that centers whiteness. The closer a person is to that ideal, the more privileges and access they obtain in education, civil rights, and socioeconomic status. “It's important to investigate how Latinidad upholds whiteness and proximity to whiteness so that (Black) students themselves start being able to feel included under Latinidad,” said Reyes, who is Afro-Dominican. “It's hard for me to say I'm Latina. What does that mean? What do I have in common with somebody from Colombia? The Spanish language? I have more in common with somebody from Trinidad and Tobago, because they're island people and they were colonized and they were sugar cane growers like we were.” Reyes says Latinidad’s Eurocentric and mestizaje beauty standards play out in the classroom, as students try to over-identify with Latinadad at the expense of their Blackness. “When people are referring to Afro-Latinos, you always see the light-skinned girl with soft curls,” said Reyes. “I have students that are 16, thinking about surgery, thinking about getting hips or getting lipo. My girls were blow drying their hair. It's hard to watch sometimes when they even buy lotions that lighten their skin.” Get more articles like this delivered to your inbox. The monthly ‘One Day Today’ newsletter features our top stories, delivered straight to your in-box. Content is loading... Erasure and anti-Blackness are baked into the geographical and common demographic concepts of Latin America—concepts reinforced by school curricula that do not include comprehensive information about Latinx people, history and cultures. Historians estimate that more than 90% of about 10.7 million enslaved Africans who survived the Middle Passage were sent to Spanish and Portuguese colonies; about 3.5% were taken to U.S colonies. Today, about 133 million people of African descent live in Latin America , making up roughly a quarter of the total population, according to the World Bank. Mexico only began officially counting its Afro-Mexican population in its 2020 census—and that’s true despite the fact that the nation’s second president, Vicente Guerrero, was Afro-Mexican and abolished slavery. Latin America and the Caribbean encompass more than 30 countries where languages such as Nahuatl (Mexico), Portuguese (Brazil) and Haitian Creole are spoken. Brazil is home to the largest African and Japanese diasporas in the world. In the U.S. alone, there are 62.1 million Hispanic people. One-quarter of the U.S. Hispanic population self-identify as Afro-Latino, Afro-Caribbean or of African descent with roots in Latin America. Even in English as a second language classes, students are typically taught the Castilian dialect spoken in Spain, not taking into account the different dialects spoken by the African diaspora that are often excluded from Latinidad. An academic study published in January analyzed 12 beginner-level Spanish textbooks and categorized the findings as an erasure of Afro-Latino identity and culture. In the few examples of Afro-Latino representation, researchers found instances of colorism, racial stereotypes, collectivization, and tourism discourse. Tourism discourse reduces Afro-Latinx culture to what can be commodified or consumed by tourists—such as singers, dancers, and entertainers—while omitting historical and political information. Reyes, a former ESL student, says students fall behind in mastering English when one dialect dictates how materials are translated. Reyes said she feels that teachers are not equipped or trained to address the linguistic and cultural needs of Spanish-speaking students from the Caribbean. “Caribbean students, Dominican students, the way that they communicate, they're loud,'' said Reyes, an equity consultant and creative writing graduate student. “It's very flamboyant. A lot of times that is read as improper for school. Your Spanish is not good enough. You get kicked out of the classroom for simply speaking.” Reyes notes that this reinforces the school-to-prison pipeline. Interested in Joining Teach For America? Erasure is not only present in language instruction but also in history curriculum. That’s why Reyes—who also teaches Spanish online—is educating students about the Haitian Revolution's role in liberating Black people across the Americas and jumpstarting the independence movements in Latin American countries. Reyes also discusses problematic depictions of Afro-Latinx people in present-day Latin American soap operas that place Black actors in servitude roles. A New Focus on Black and Latinx Studies Emily Gardín, who is Afro-Panamanian, felt more confused than excluded by K-12 lessons when she was a student in Waterbury, Connecticut. “It made me ponder a lot, if someone that looks like me accomplished something, what would be said about us?” said Gardín, who graduated last year from Emory University with a bachelor's degree in African American studies and a minor in Latin American and Caribbean studies. “Maybe Afro-Latinos just haven't had the platform” or “visibility to be recognized for their accomplishments?” In 2020, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont signed into law Public Act 19-12, which required schools in the state to offer elective classes on Black and Latino studies. The requirement goes into effect this fall. This is the type of class that could have helped Gardín see herself and her culture in what she was learning. She might have benefitted from the lessons on Afro-Panamanian women fighting for Canal laborer’s rights and content that pushed against the country’s Eurocentric beauty standards. Gardín would have welcomed a course that drew comparisons between the experiences of the African diaspora in the United States and her native Panama. However, these were lessons she had to learn outside of the classroom. Gardín’s great grandfather was among West Indian laborers who built the Canal Zone. “My dad worked in the Panama Canal, so he told me stories of segregation, and they had their set of race issues in Panama. We do have family members that were affected by enforced or cheap labor; we're still oppressed by similar systems,” she said. More than 75% of Panama Canal laborers hailed from West Indian islands like Jamaica and Barbados. Laborers were segregated, with people of color getting lower wage jobs in dangerous working conditions and inferior housing to white employees. The West Indian workforce did the backbreaking manual labor: cutting brush, digging ditches, dynamiting and unloading equipment. Pouncie, the Connecticut high school student, is taking the new Black and Latino studies course. Her school is one of 50 across Connecticut piloting the curriculum this year. She was surprised to learn about the Tuskegee Study in which U.S. public health officials experimented on Black men infected with syphilis and withheld treatment from them, and about redlining. Such topics were never introduced in her previous history classes, which instead heralded figures like Christopher Columbus. The second semester of the course focuses on Latino history with an emphasis on Puerto Rican history. It includes lessons centering Afro-Latinx history, identity and culture, from the Haitian Revolution to the differences between slavery in the United States and Latin America. The curriculum also features videos and podcasts on topics ranging from bomba, the African diasporic dance in Puerto Rico, to the Afro-Indigenous community known as the Garifuna in Honduras. Pouncie’s history teacher Adrian Solis instructs three sections of Black and Latino Studies. A majority of Solis’s 33 students are Latinx, while four white students, one Black student, and one multiracial student elected to take the course. The course should be a graduation requirement, not just an elective, Pouncie said. She says it would help combat the racism still displayed at school. For example, in February, a white classmate at Pouncie’s high school shared a Valentine's Day card on social media that said "You take my breath away" with a picture of George Floyd, the Black man who was murdered by a white Minneapolis police officer, Derrick Chauvin, in 2020. “I don't feel like I'm part of a safe space,” Pouncie said. “If we don't talk about this stuff, then it'll get lost in history. It’s good for more people to be aware…so we cannot make the same mistakes.” The majority of students were unaware of the social media post, said Kerry Markey, a spokesperson for Connecticut Technical Education and Career System, which operates the high school Pouncie attends. “The students that were identified in the post were disciplined in accordance with district policy,” Markey said. “As a means to give students voice and a platform to discuss these types of issues, the school has implemented an advisory program.” The first session of that program was held the week of March 28 and focused on racial inequalities, Markey said. Policed and Stereotyped By School Staff Anti-Black bias in schools also leads to the disproportionate discipline of Black students, including those who are also Latinx. That’s one reason why Gardín is advocating for the Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act, federal legislation that would provide resources for robust mental health resources for schools in replacement of school law enforcement officers there. She wants to end cases like that of Alma Yadira Cruz, a Black Puerto Rican girl with special needs who was 11 in 2017 when she was charged with five counts of assault against classmates who she said bullied her. For two years, classmates harassed Cruz, calling her racist slurs such as “negra sucia” (dirty “Negro”), “pelo de caíllo” (twig hair) and “mona” (monkey), according to reports from Univision and Remezcla. “This is in a public school in Puerto Rico. The racial harassment is unceasing, and the school doesn't intervene at all,” Hernández, the author and Fordham law professor, said about Cruz’s case. “The schoolteacher views the victimized Black child as the problem, brings in law enforcement on an 11-year-old child, and has her detained. And it takes another year or so of social justice awareness campaigns and lobbying to have the charges dropped.” White educators are not the only ones susceptible to perpetuating anti-Black bias, Hernández said. Members of the Latinx community can be just as dangerous. In her forthcoming book, “Racial Innocence: Unmasking Latino Anti-Black Bias and the Struggle for Equality,” Hernández said she unpacks the misconception that people who are Latinx are exempt from racism due to their ethnicity and multicultural background. “Latinos who are not self-aware about interrupting their own racial biases operate on the idea of the Afro-Latino student as more of a behavioral problem and more prone to needing outsize forms of discipline,” Hernández said. “For the child who's in a classroom in which they're being viewed differently, they are also being viewed as lacking the same kind of capacity. You're basically letting them know you're not welcome here within the educational context.” Gardín has her own personal experience of biased discipline. Some teachers “definitely punished me or policed me,” she said. Gardín recalled when she was in second grade and received discipline cards for acting out or talking too loud. “What made it difficult was my mom and my dad didn't know any English growing up,” Gardín said. She had to have her parents sign the cards, but ”they didn't understand the severity of it either. They didn't understand the school system itself.” While in kindergarten and first grade, Gardín took ESL classes, but that support did not continue when she was in second grade. The mental health resources and evaluations that she desperately needed were also not available. “Now that I'm an adult, I know that I was going through depression and... dealing with a lot of trauma as a kid, too,” said Gardín, who was also exhibiting neurodivergent symptoms as a child. “It wasn't flagged. They just thought that I was just being disobedient.” When Pouncie was 5 years old, her father was arrested. After that, a school guidance counselor stereotyped and began pestering Pouncie and her younger brother for almost eight years, she said. During a home visit, the counselor wrongly assumed Pouncie’s mother was renting. There are obvious racial undertones to the assumption “because my mom was in her 30s and was financially stable,” Pouncie said. “There is no reason why she wouldn't own that house.” Pouncie felt that the guidance counselor had a white savior complex. The counselor frequently asked Pouncie and her brother if they were being abused. She also seemed to “think that my mom was poor and struggling, that we always needed help, but we didn't,” Pouncie said. These stories are no surprise to Hernández, who heard similar examples of racial biases faced by Afro-Latinx students in her research. She interviewed students from pre-K to college, as well as teachers and administrators across the country. One example she came across was a white Latinx teacher who had Black students, including Afro-Latinx students, “segregated into a separate part of the classroom with the presumption that a special ed teacher would attend to them.” That was true, Hernández said, “regardless of whether or not they actually have an IEP (individualized education plan) and are diagnosed as having learning differences.” She even saw this trend when speaking with educators who trained Latinx teachers. “This invisibility and this refusal to acknowledge it, this denial of the way anti-Blackness operates within Latino communities, also adversely affects trying to educate Latino teachers,” Hernández said. “They don't want to be called to account for their own anti-Blackness, and then we're sending them out into the field to engage students. That's a recipe for disaster.” What’s needed, Gardín said, is advocacy, awareness, and documentation of Afro-Latinx student experiences. This is the work she’s dedicated to as an Afro-Latinx Líderes Avanzando Fellow, a program for first-generation college students “who are passionate about racial equity and making meaningful change in their campus community, workplace, and beyond.” The way forward is by “making sure that Afro-Latinx students have resources,” she said. “So always include them in annual reports, (make) sure that we're gathering census data or just data in general about them. “Make sure that our existence is being highlighted, talked about, and we're being represented and understood.” Editor’s note: This article contains several terms to refer to people of Latin American descent. One Day prefers to use the inclusive term Latinx, but we also respect individual preferences such as “Latino.” We used “Hispanic” when matching language from an official source. We want to hear your opinions! To submit an idea for an Opinion piece or offer feedback on this story, visit our Suggestion Box.

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Let's compare 28 different "sky cultures" to see differences and similarities in the shapes they've seen in the night sky. Ranging from the so-called "Modern" or Western constellations, to Chinese, Maori and even a few shapes from historical cultures such as the Aztecs. This article was originally published in the Fall 2019 (vol. 48, no. 4) issue of Mercury magazine, an ASP members-only quarterly publication. As a tool for artists, perspective made its appearance consistently sometime in the early 1400s. It was not long before both linear and aerial perspective were utilized, giving depth and dimension to the scene, providing a more realistic view of the world. For many years I have pondered the relationship of art to science, and cultural change in general. Is it art that drives change within culture, or are the artists merely reflecting on new ways of thinking and giving them manifestation? As scientists, it seems we would like to have the science driving changes in perception, however I suspect it is the artists who are leading us towards a more realistic way of seeing nature. Of course, this may break down with the modern abstract and minimalist schools of art. Though the roots of these predated the now pervasive quantum physics, and its emphasis on probability, and uncertainty. So, perhaps the artists were a step ahead, preparing our perception for the coming change in scientific paradigms. Teaching and learning are cultural processes. As such, they do not express themselves the same way in every society. Just as individual artists have different ways of expressing themselves, so too do cultures. Many times, this is evident within individual classrooms, as learners from diverse backgrounds bring with them different ways of knowing, and responding, not only to the culture in which they find themselves, but also to the natural world they are studying in science courses. At times it is difficult as educators to recognize and respect the differences, particularly because we tend to give preference to a rigid idea of what it means to learn science. As with the rest of our society, our western European roots are well established in not just the science we engage in, but also in how we teach, and learn in the formal classroom. Many students, particularly those from indigenous cultures, have a different approach to nature. While students brought up in a western European style culture take a taxonomic approach focusing on the properties of individual parts, learners from indigenous cultures take a more nuanced approach, emphasizing relationships within systems. Cultures taking a relational approach to nature also tend to have a rich history of storytelling, bringing together different aspects of nature to create a coherent narrative. In some ways, these two approaches to nature are at the heart of every interaction and controversy having to do with conservation of natural resources. In these cases, the approaches are manifested in a tension between seeing nature as transactional versus relational. The transactional approach to nature is rooted in the viewpoint it is there for humans to make use of, to always think of the value we extract from either the place itself or the underlying resources. The relational approach recognizes deep connections to nature, with humans intimately connected to the Earth and the other lifeforms who also call it home. History is rife with the tension between these two viewpoints, with many members of the dominant western European culture crossing over to advocate for the more nuanced, relational approach to nature, resulting in legislation such as the Wilderness Act, Endangered Species Act, the Antiquities Act, and others. Of particular note are those who advocate the most strongly for the transactional viewpoint continue to fight for the exclusion, and rescission of any protections placed on land and species in an effort to add them to the inventory of places available for resource extraction. In so many ways there is little difference between the Hetch Hetchy valley in Yosemite National Park, Celilo Falls on the Columbia River, Bears Ears in Utah, Standing Rock, the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, the Tongass National Forest, and the summit of Maunakea. In every instance, not only is there a tension between a transactional vs. relational approach to the land, but there is also one between the dominant western European, and an indigenous culture. For an educator, providing a transformational experience for learners focused on relationships within systems can create a greater awareness of perspective than when focusing on individual elements. Many times, such an experience requires a slowing down, to decrease the sensory load, allowing nuances to emerge of how component parts interact in relationship. The creation or appreciation of art can provide such an experience, and park rangers in their interpretive practice do this on a regular basis as they tap into visitors’ affective realm. While a seemingly ordinary venue may provide such an experience, many times it is in the most spectacular places where we feel closest to nature. Indigenous peoples certainly recognized how some places evoke a greater feeling of relationship and perspective than others. Once such a place is gone, it is no consolation to point to it as an object lesson of what could have been. Slowing down, one might sense the interconnectivity within a forest, or observe the sophisticated dynamics within groups of communal animals. To truly see the night sky may require stepping away from the eyepiece, taking in the depth of the vistas before you. We just might discover the truth John Muir knew: “When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the universe.” Maunakea: A Matter of Perspective? The Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) has provoked a good deal of controversy. The process of getting the telescope constructed on the summit of Maunakea has seen both approvals and protests. Without a doubt, the telescope would provide a valuable addition to the tools astronomers use to explore the universe. When thinking about perspective, the TMT would certainly provide additional depth to the vision of our place in the greater cosmos. As detailed in this issue’s feature about the TMT’s stalled construction, the summit of Maunakea is already home to a suite of instruments, so one might think the environment is already degraded, with little left to protest. In recent years issues of human rights, and in this instance, the rights of indigenous people, have attained greater prominence in our consciousness. Or at least in the minds of those who take a broader perspective to see the land, and those who live there, are not just resources to tap into for monetary profit—or, in the case of the TMT, adding to human knowledge, which in a way is a different kind of profit. Normally, I would celebrate the growth of knowledge, particularly when it comes to having a greater understanding of the universe. However, many times profit and knowledge come at the expense of another group’s rights and ability to practice their culture. Perhaps the scientists, much like some sects of the religious majority in our country, would decry this point of view, claiming they are the ones who are made to suffer persecution. The last I looked, no one is suggesting the destruction of a place sacred to the majority; no observatory is scheduled for construction on the grounds of Notre Dame, or the Temple on the Mount, or in Mecca, for example. The TMT is slated for construction on a mountain sacred to a particular group of people. It is not for anyone else to say what qualifies as sacred ground. To many of us, all ground is sacred, and worthy of protection from unbridled development and profit taking, no matter what form the profit takes. As John Muir said about the flooding of the Hetch Hetchy Valley: “These temple-destroyers, devotees of ravaging commercialism, seem to have a perfect contempt for Nature, and instead of lifting their eyes to the God of the mountains, lift them to the Almighty Dollar. Dam Hetch Hetchy! As well dam for water-tanks the people’s cathedrals and churches, for no holier temple has ever been consecrated by the heart of man.” Brian Kruse manages the formal education programs at the ASP. Read more articles by Brian. TORREY – Wayne County has some of the darkest skies in the continental United States. And, from October 4th to October 6th, enthusiasts from around the world will converge on Torrey to celebrate the wonder of those star-studded heavens. This annual Heritage Starfest encourages participants to enjoy the dark skies of the Colorado Plateau, to share the heritage of night skies, and to preserve and protect the nighttime environment. Capitol Reef National Park will sponsor Heritage Starfest events on Friday, October 5th. Activities at the park include a daytime astronomy event and an evening presentation by Zach Schierl, the Education Specialist and Dark Skies Coordinator from Cedar Breaks National Monument. Stargazing will follow Zach’s discussion. Saturday, October 6th, events sponsored by the Entrada Institute at Robbers Roost in Torrey begin at 7:00 with a children’s activity and prizes. Zach Schierl will be the guest speaker and stargazing will follow. Finally, everyone is invited to join dark sky monitors in Teasdale between 9:30 and 10:00 PM. From the home of Gary Pankow and Barb Walkush, they’ll travel to five sites in the area using sky quality meters to assess the sky’s darkness. Put these dates in your calendar. Plan to join in the fun. Call 435.425.2228 for more information. On the longest night of the year, under a full super-moon, a ritual evolves in a small Utah town. Mark Bailey, thotsandshots.net A full super-moon rose as complete dark enveloped a crowd gathered in the December cold around campfires and torches to celebrate the longest night of the year with art, culture, and sculptural pyrotechnics. For those like me who are not motivated by the Christian religious myth of Christmas, Winter Solstice is the natural time to celebrate the turn of the seasons. A ritual is called for and one is evolving in rural Bluff, Utah, with all the resulting tensions that come with change and growth. Bluff is a newly incorporated town of some 320 souls in San Juan County in the far southeast corner of Utah. Like Torrey, it is an oasis of progressiveness in a desert of right-wing politics. Bluff supports Bears Ears National Monument and has launched a popular new education center to promote visiting Bears Ears with respect while the political system sorts out the restoration of the monument. Belligerent San Juan County commissioners (see Malicious Prosecution in San Juan County) were the primary antagonists to the formation of the monument. They infamously celebrated with Trump by getting their white cowboy hats signed by the nakedly racist president at the Republican monument destruction proclamation ceremony in Salt Lake City in December 2017. Native Americans were the primary advocates for the history making monument. 30 Tribes have formally declared their support for the Bears Ears Inter-Tribal Coalition‘s effort to protect the Bears Ears landscape for all future generations. Half of San Juan County is Native American. For seven years now, artist Joe Pachak has been creating sculptures made of local branches and brush to ceremonially burn on Winter Solstice. Upcoming Torrey House Press author Zak Podmore tells how Joe did not start out with a Native American theme. In 2011 he built his first sculpture to burn in honor of an elk he’d bow hunted that year. The next year he built a mammoth. The sculptures got bigger and so did the crowds. In 2017 he built a 40 foot tower of two dancing bears in a connection to the Ute bear dance ritual. This year music and dance were performed by Navajo groups and Navajo medicine man Curtis Yanito was invited to offer a prayer. My guess is that around 300 people were gathered for the burn, a majority of them white and many, like Kirsten and me, from out of town. It was dark, and chilly, but I did not see many white cowboy hats. My sense, again a guess, is that most of those in attendance were supporters of the Bears Ears National Monument. The monument is to protect the natural landscape and its myriad cultural resources. The land is so resplendent with ancient Native American artifacts that it should have been the first national monument and not, 110 years later, the latest. At a celebration of land and culture it makes sense to invite Native Americans to share their culture. But the crowd and Yanito had different expectations for the evening’s program and not all Native Americans were comfortable with appropriation of their culture as entertainment for the evolving ceremony. Max Oelschlaeger in his magnificent work, The Idea of Wilderness, expresses his hope that a new creation story will develop in way that rings true in the postmodern age which necessarily has, ” . . . both scientific plausibility and religious distinctiveness.” I have been besotted with the notion since I first read it at my son’s suggestion a dozen or so years ago. I founded Torrey House Press based on the same hope. A solstice ceremony is primed to have both scientific plausibility and religious distinctiveness. It is not the celebration of an implausible virgin birth, but rather of the shortest day of the year caused by the earth’s axial tilt. It is a celebration of the dark, of the assurance of a return of the light, of waiting and of receiving, of reflection and of promise. The Native American creation narratives of human-kind emerging from the earth is much closer to the scientific story of our evolving from it. In both, creation is the creator and in neither are we created separately from the earth. Yet science cannot explain how life came about, nor what our consciousness is or how it came about, and a sense of awe is called for of the unlikelihood of it all. If you believe we were created by the Earth then you have a sense of natural source and connection. If you believe you were placed here by a super-natural being, a something or someone that is beyond nature, and ordered to fill and subdue the Earth, then you have a sense of a disconnected relationship. From this divide comes conservationists like me who think we need to revere and protect that which created us, and extractors, like the San Juan County commissioners who think they will get their end reward only after they have logged, mined, drilled, drained and grazed every last fragment of creation. In Bluff at Solstice this year there were a couple of metaphorical crossroads. One was the diagonally opposed desires of conservationists, both Native American and non-native, in favor of Bears Ears National Monument, and the desires of the extractors opposed to the monument. Then there was the more nearly parallel crossroads of the Native American traditions and of non-natives in search of ritual who both revere and respect the land and celebrate the natural seasons. Of the more nearly parallel paths this year, the medicine man Yanito and at least some of the crowd seemed to have differing expectations for the burn ceremony. Last year for the first time a short Native prayer was offered and translated. This year the dancing performance and the story of Coyote went on for much longer. Navajos may have a different sense of time than the impatient, and chilled, visiting non-native crowd. Perhaps a Navajo origin story should not be abridged yet many were there only for the spectacle of the burn. It is likely that both Pachak and Yanito were at least somewhat offended by the crowd’s rowdy impatience. Later, on social media, there was reticence expressed by Native Americans about incorporating their sacred traditions as performance in the context of a secular burning ceremony. The burn is a non-native’s idea and how to blend in Native tradition appropriately has yet to be fully determined. It is a creative and spiritual tension from which something original will evolve. Where there is creative tension there are creators. Artists, poets, sculptors, and writers were all there. Kirsten mingled with writers in search of future words from the land. She will be there again. I may drop her off and observe from a quieter, more solitary vantage point. I like to listen in the dark silence for the music of the spheres. But I am eager to see how this ceremony with both scientific plausibility and a religious distinctiveness evolves. Under a coincident full super-moon, on the longest night of the year, how could something new not emerge? Telescopius (formerly known as DSO-Browser) is a great tool for astrophotographers who are planning an astrophotography session. It provides a lot of useful information regarding the deep-sky objects visible from your location, and hosts an active community to share your work. Getting started with Telescopius: The first step is to enter your precise location (GPS coordinates or the name of your city), and Telescopius will give you a list of interesting objects to observe or photograph. It also displays useful information, such as the apparent magnitude, the elevation and the size of your target. Telescopius has a comprehensive list of objects: galaxies, emission and planetary nebulae, star clusters, supernovas… Powerful filters allow you to search for your favourite objects, with criteria such as magnitude, elevation, brightness, constellation… Clicking on an object reveals a lot of useful informations and additional features. For example, you can check the elevation (how high an object is in the sky) at any given time of the day, which is helpful to know if the target will be high enough in the sky. The background indicates the periods of the day: night, sunrise, day and sunset. The monthly elevation graph tells you the maximum elevation of the object during the year, at a given time. For instance, in Germany, the Andromeda galaxy is a late summer object and is best seen from August. As for the data sheet, it shows other interesting information. For example, the red shift indicates the speed of the object compared to the speed of light. Here, a negative red shift of -0.0010 (which is actually a blue shift) means that the Andromeda galaxy is actually getting closer to us, to a speed of 300 km/s! THE TELESCOPE SIMULATOR Another great tool is the telescope simulator. It allows you to preview how the object will look in your telescope, binoculars or camera sensor. This is great for beginners, for whom most of the objects are totally new. Not to mention that some of these objects are actually much bigger that what we think! For instance, the Andromeda galaxy is about four times wider as the Moon. How to use the telescope simulator: If you are registered on Telescopius, you can save the lenses and telescopes that you are using, as well as the cameras, and select them easily in the simulator. THE WEATHER FORECASTS Yet another interesting feature on Telescopius is the 7-day hourly weather forecast. This page presents an overview of the meteorologic parameters of the upcoming nights, based on your location. It also displays the phase of the Moon, which is useful since our satellite is a source of light pollution. The bands at the bottom represent the hourly evolution of the main parameters, such as seeing, wind and cloud coverage, as well as the sun- and moonlight. The colour code is simple: black is optimal, red is the worst. For example, at 4pm, the sun is still up, so the darkness is obviously red. At midnight, the darkness is optimal (i.e. black), but the Moon is rising and will create a bit of light pollution, so the band is slightly reddish. Of course, this is a forecast, and by definition, it’s wrong! But it is usually accurate enough for you to plan your session in advance. Despite its convenience, I rarely use Telescopius’ forecast, because I prefer the more detailed astroforecasts of Meteo Blue. A community to share your workLast but not least, Telescopius also hosts a community of astrophotographers, which you can use to discover the work of very talented photographers. International Dark Sky Association 1/12/18 If an entire community could earn a gold star for good conduct, then the town of Torrey, Utah, has done just that. IDA awarded that star today by officially recognizing Torrey as Utah’s first International Dark Sky Community. Only 18 communities in the world have achieved this distinction. An IDA International Dark Sky Community is a town, city, municipality or other legally organized community that has shown exceptional dedication to the preservation of the night sky through the implementation and enforcement of a quality outdoor lighting ordinance, dark sky education and citizen support of dark skies. International Dark Sky Communities excel in their efforts to promote responsible lighting and dark sky stewardship, and set good examples for surrounding communities. Torrey is situated adjacent to Capitol Reef National Park, which was designated an IDA International Dark Sky Park in 2015. It is the first such U.S. national park ‘gateway community’ to earn the International Dark Sky Community designation. Torrey’s new status is therefore key to preserving abundant natural nighttime darkness in Capitol Reef. “As Torrey joins the IDA family today, together we take a major step forward in achieving an important goal of the International Dark Sky Places Program to join parks and neighboring communities in dedication to preserving their shared night skies,” said IDA Executive Director J. Scott Feierabend. “Torrey has proven its commitment to protecting this resource for the benefit of both its residents and national park visitors.” The stars began to align for Torrey when Capitol Reef was designated an International Dark Sky Park. This prompted Torrey residents, friends, and citizens from across Wayne County, Utah, to hitch their wagon to the International Dark Sky Park by working toward International Dark Sky Community status. In turn, the Torrey Town Council implemented an outdoor lighting ordinance, which requires street and building lighting to be shielded and directed toward the ground. “While those who came before us left us our dark night skies to love, now we leave a legacy to generations of future residents of this special place we proudly call home,” explained Torrey Mayor Scott Chestnut. “We’ve often been accused of being ‘in the dark,’ but now we’re being honored for it!” In a partnership with the Torrey-based Entrada Institute, engaged citizens raised money to replace the town’s high-pressure sodium streetlights with dark sky-friendly, fully-shielded light-emitting diode (LED) lights. The success of this campaign, along with education events and publications, made it possible to bring darker skies and brighter dreams to Torrey. A unique group of leaders supported this effort: town council members, Torrey Town and Wayne County residents, local business owners and friends from across the country. Their enthusiasm and advocacy make it possible to preserve the stars for present and future generations. “My 72-year-old heart skips a beat every time I see the glow of the Milky Way core rising from behind the silhouettes of hills where I know there is no nearby city to explain the intense brightness of this glowing,” said Torrey resident Bonnie Kaufman. “It is eerie, breathtaking and spiritual!” To maintain its International Dark Sky Community status, Torrey must continue to preserve its night sky through education and awareness materials, dark sky events, exhibits, and programs. An official celebration will be held in Torrey during the Heritage Star Festival on October 5 and 6, 2018.

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3 Year Old Preschool Printables What Are the Learning Stages in Preschool? Learning in the early years, often referred to as early childhood education, is a crucial period of development that lays the foundation for a child's lifelong learning journey. Early years education focuses on the holistic development of children, and teachers concentrate on all aspects of education. They pay attention to what children are interested in and design themes or projects that assist youngsters to broaden their knowledge and abilities in a variety of areas. When children can draw connections across many content areas, they have a better comprehension of the subject. Early Reading for Preschoolers: Alphabet Recognition: Introduce preschoolers to the letters of the alphabet through songs, games, and visual aids. Help them recognize and name both uppercase and lowercase letters. 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This helps them develop early scientific thinking and curiosity. We also have more printable preschool you may like: Preschool Daily Reports Printable Printable Preschool Tracing Lines Sheets Christian Preschool Printables Thanksgiving What Do Kids Learn in Preschool? Preschool is an important stage of early childhood education where children aged 3 to 5 years old learn and develop various skills in preparation for formal schooling. Here are some key areas of learning in preschool: A. Social and Emotional Development: - Developing social skills like sharing, taking turns, and cooperating with others. - Building self-confidence and self-esteem. - Learning to express and manage emotions effectively. - Developing empathy and understanding others' feelings. B. Language and Communication: - Expanding vocabulary through conversations, storytelling, and exposure to books. - Practicing listening and comprehension skills. - Learning to follow directions and participate in group discussions. - Developing early literacy skills like letter recognition and phonics awareness. C. Cognitive Development: - Developing problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities. - Developing basic math concepts like counting, sorting, and recognizing shapes and patterns. - Enhancing memory and attention span. - Exploring cause-and-effect relationships. - Developing scientific thinking through hands-on exploration. D. Fine and Gross Motor Skills: - Refining fine motor skills through activities like coloring, cutting, and writing. - Developing hand-eye coordination through puzzles, building blocks, and manipulative toys. - Engaging in physical activities to develop gross motor skills, balance, and coordination. E. Creativity and Expressive Arts: - Engaging in art activities like drawing, painting, and sculpting. - Exploring music, rhythm, and movement. - Encouraging imaginative play and storytelling. - Expressing creativity through dramatic play and dress-up. F. Independence and Self-help Skills: - Developing self-help skills like dressing, feeding, and personal hygiene. - Learning to be responsible for personal belongings and tidying up. - Cultivating independence and decision-making abilities. G. Social Studies and Cultural Awareness: - Acknowledged their surroundings and environment, such as diverse cultures, traditions, and customs. - Developing an understanding of community helpers, family, and basic geography. - Exploring concepts of fairness, kindness, and respect for diversity. Preschool provides a nurturing environment where children learn through play, hands-on activities, and interaction with peers and teachers. The focus is on holistic development, fostering a love for learning, and preparing children for a smooth transition to formal education. More printable images tagged with: Printable Preschool Diploma Certificates Halloween Printables For Preschoolers Printable Easter Crafts For Preschoolers Christian Preschool Printables Thanksgiving Printable Preschool Center Labels Traffic Sign Printables For Preschoolers Find free printable content. Free Preschool Worksheets The idea behind this website is to make a place where parents, teachers, and childcare professionals can download and print free educational resources for preschoolers. Preschool-aged children will benefit the most from the free printable worksheets on the site right now but we also plan on adding additional resources for younger kids. Worksheets Cover English, Math, Activities, and General Learning Our free worksheets are broken down into four main categories and cover different areas of early childhood education. The preschool English worksheets category includes spelling, reading, rhyming, phonics, and alphabet printables. They are designed for preschoolers’ cognitive and literacy development. The preschool activity worksheets category includes scissors practice, mazes, connect the dots, coloring, and tracing printables. They help children with developing fine motor skills and critical thinking ability. The preschool math worksheets category includes shapes, position and order, numbers, measurement, and counting printables. Children will become familiar with basic math skills. The preschool learning worksheets category includes weather, holiday, seasonal, colors, and telling time printables. They are a wonderful way for kids to learn the fundamental aspects of life. All of our free preschool worksheets can be downloaded in the PDF file format and then printed or you can print the worksheets directly in your browser. Free to Use Anywhere including Preschools, Daycare Centers, Summer Camps, and at Home One of the more common questions we get is “What are we allowed to do with the worksheets?”. You can do everything you want with our free daycare worksheets except sell them. Print as many as you want and make as many copies as you would like. You are also allowed to use our free worksheets anywhere, whether it be a preschool, summer camp, kindergarten, home, or a local daycare center. We want the worksheets we have created to be used by as many kids as possible. These Preschool Printables are Different Daycare worksheets cannot just be handed out and expected to be completed. A toddler who is two years old and a preschooler who is four years old learn differently than older children. Younger kids need to have different types of engagement in order to facilitate learning. Many of our preschool worksheets have more than one way they can be utilized. Teachers and parents can print a worksheet and then make learning game or activity out of it. Childcare professionals can also put together lesson plans using the free printables that can fit into a prekindergarten curriculum. Popular Free Worksheets Get More Worksheets - Print and make Do you like learning about new things in English? We have lots of activity sheets about many different topics. Download and print the worksheets to do puzzles, quizzes and lots of other fun activities in English. Christmas food in the UK Helping the environment Looking after pets New Year's Eve New Year’s resolutions Olympic and Paralympic games English courses for children aged 6-17 Sign up to our newsletter for free learning tips and resources - International edition - Australia edition Homework for three-year-olds? They’re too young to enter the rat race I was an obedient child, and think kids should be stretched. But the amount of schoolwork my children get is unacceptable B etween the hours of 6.30 and 7.15pm nightly, we sit down in my house to do homework. This has been a surprising addition to the schedule, given that my children aren’t yet four years old. More surprising has been my enormous hostility towards it; while my daughters happily apply themselves to reading and writing practice, I pace in the background, indignant that the tiny amount of time we have in the evening has been annexed by the New York City Department of Education. What’s particularly weird about this is that I never had any objection to doing homework myself. I’m a fairly obedient person. If as a child I’d gone to a progressive school, I doubt I would have liked it, and I sometimes thank God no one thought of forest schools in the late 1970s. As an adult, I belong to a personality type that has never grown out of needing sharp deadlines to function, and I believe, somewhere in my core, that missing one means I will actually die. Plus I approve, at least in theory, of stretching a child intellectually. But slogging through worksheets after having spent six hours in the classroom seems to me, at this age, absurd. I have always been suspicious of the idea that some children and not others qualify for the tag of “free spirit”, and before now would have scoffed at the idea that homework puts undue pressure on the child. Well, not any more. (There is another gripe relating to the total lack of accommodation for working parents, who don’t see their kids until after 6pm, when everyone is done in for the day. But that’s a separate issue.) There is data to support my annoyance. In Finland , which routinely tops global education rankings, children only start school at seven – after years of state-funded nursery placements – and there is minimal homework, if any. Homework starts much later in many Manhattan private schools too, most of which work on a theory of play-based learning, only piling on the pressure when the kids hit third or fourth grade. The city’s state schools, however, are horribly shackled to the timetable of standardised testing. The rat race starts so young in New York that both my kids have been tested for selective state primary schools and will sit more tests after Christmas. And already I’m done with it, eyeing the progressive schools, dreaming of moving to a small island where they can knit their own curriculum and learn to press flowers. Instead, here we are, past bedtime on a Tuesday night, my daughters’ attention starting to wander while I beg them to do one more page and avoid a minus sign in the margins to indicate poor effort. After 15 minutes, they start losing interest and marking the wrong answers just to be enraging, and I find myself getting short with them. Welcome to the treadmill that will last roughly for ever. And so I do something that makes even less sense than issuing homework in the first place. After they are in bed, their worksheets half done, I pick up a felt tip and, putting it in my left hand to increase authenticity, do a poor job of colouring in a picture of an ant. This is a one-off, I think; a stopgap until we can better manage our schedule. 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It is super easy to make with all the ingredients you need right in your pantry and after your child has finished painting, place it in the microwave for the magic to happen…….It is SO much FUN!! Read more…… Jelly Play Dough Critters : Recently I shared a recipe for Jelly Play Dough ; this is what we did with it! We created some funny Jelly Play Dough Critters, frogs, owls, funny faces, monsters and a little kitten. The ideas and the imagination are endless. Read more….. What is Hiding in Our Jelly?: Hiding items inside some jelly for kids to squish and squeeze to find them. Fun sensory activity for finding numbers, alphabet letters and animals hiding in the jelly. Read more…… Create a Spring Play Dough Garden : Here is a great spring theme activity for the kids, creating a Spring Play Dough Garden. The play dough has been scented with a herbal shampoo to smell like flowers and is textured with small coloured flower petals. It is a great activity for kids to explore their creativity and imagination as they create their very own spring garden. Read more….. Pompom Hockey: Keep the kids entertained with Pompom Hockey. It is a super simple activity you can set up at home for the kids, that is fun, challenging and exciting. It also gets little bodies moving! Read more….. Back Yard Water Park: We set a range of different theme stations for the kids to play and explore, some were more sensory play based and others were imaginative play based. Altogether we had seven water play stations in our Back Yard Water Park. Read more….. Count i ng and Subitising : The aim of this activity to develop the skill of subitising by creating an environment (visual scene) to recognise the number associated with a particular pattern on the dice, with the clusters of circles on the paper and collections/groups of pompoms and tokens made to match that of the dice. Read more….. Sensory Play with Ice World: Ice World is a sensory activity for toddlers and pre-school children involving playing with ice, water and sea theme props. The amazing thing about sensory play is that it opens the door to so many wonderful learning opportunities such as imaginative play, language exploration, fine motor development for pre-writing skills, coordination, social interactions and so much more. Read more……. Sorting Colours with Pompoms and Cardboard Rolls : Making learning your colours fun with this interactive game using pompoms and cardboard rolls! It involves sorting and placing coloured pompoms into the matching coloured cardboard roll and catching them in a bowl. It was a great way to reinforce the learning of colours, checking for understanding and having some fun with colours. Read more…… Free Printable Number Tracing Cards : This is a great way for kids to practice writing their numbers!! The Number Tracing Cards are a free printable that can be laminated to allow kids to draw on with a white board marker as it wipes away easily with a tissue. Kids can practice writing their numbers correctly and wipe it away and try again. Read more….. DIY Skittles & Games : Our Homemade Skittles would have to be one of the most played with toys in our house. My girls are continuously finding new and fun things to do with them. Read more…. Imaginative Play – Planting a Garden : Coming Soon!! Play Dough and Buttons : Setting up an invitation to play with play dough, and buttons to inspire the imagination and creativity. Read more….. How to make Gloop? If you haven’t made Gloop yet, then this is a must for any toddler or child to try. It is super fun and super messy, I am not sure who had the most fun, me or the kids!! Gloop is an interesting mixture with a unique texture to explore and play with. Playing with Gloop is a fabulous sensory and science activity to learn about the concepts of what a solid and liquid is. Read more….. Number Sort : Number sort is a fun, hands on activity to play and learn with numbers. It sets a challenge of searching for specific numbers amongst a jumble of numbers. Read more….. Homemade Alphabet Sponge Letters : So much fun for the bath…….and learning your alphabet too! A great tactile and hands-on activity for kids to play with while taking a bath. When wet, the sponges stick or suction slightly to the sides of the bath and tiles, making it a great canvas for creating endless ideas. Read more….. Rainbow Salt Tray : Why would you need crayons, textas, pencils and paper to draw when you can have more fun with a Rainbow Salt Tray! Read more….. Pasta Play Dough : Let your child’s imagination run wild as they create and explore play dough and pasta. Read more….. Make Your Own Solid Numbers : Combining science and learning numbers together in the one activities. Read more….. Nature’s Paint Brushes : With the weather warming up, I have been planning more activities to do with the kids outside and I thought these paint brushes would be perfect for textured painting on a large paper canvas fixed to the fence. Read more…. Alphabet Play Dough : We had so much fun playing with our Alphabet Play Dough! It is a fun activity to help kids learn their alphabet letters and build up their fine motor skills at the same time. This activity involves using play dough to create letters in the alphabet, using the FREE Printable Alphabet Play Dough Mats as a guide. Read more….. Sensory Play with Jelly : Ooey, gooey, slushy and messy! A fun sensory experience playing with Rainbow Jelly. Read more….. Name Collage : Making a name collage using pom poms is an activity that will help your child become interested in their name and the letters that make up their name. Read more…. Paint Pops: Making painting fun using frozen paint on a pop stick. Create endless paintings as the paint melts! Read more…… Strawberry Scented Rice : Exploring and playing with strawberry scented rice with all kinds of scoops, shovels and sifts. Read more….. Washing a Toy Baby : Watching Mum and Dad washing a baby sibling is an example of an experience that children copy and re-enact. Watching and learning from this experience then practising, imitating and experimenting this through imaginary play. Read more….. Homemade Street Traffic Bath Sponges : This will keep the kids busy while having a bath as well as stimulating their imaginations and developing their storytelling skills. It is a great hands-on sensory play activity that promotes creativity, storytelling and the imagination. The bath tub is a great canvas for creating stories! A free printable too! Read more….. S traw Flowers: A cute little gift idea! Something so simple, fun and easy to make and you will find all the items you need around the home. Read more….. Sensory Play Rice and Bottle Tops : Developing fine motor skills through sensory play with rainbow rice and bottle tops that will also inspire the imagination and creativity. Read more….. Pipe Cleaner Maze : Exploring and playing with pipe cleaners and beads with the Styrofoam while exercising the fine motor muscles. Read more….. Play Dough Cupcakes : There is so much fun to be had creating pretend cupcakes as kids have the freedom to explore the imaginary world. This is a great activity to introduce and sing the Pat-a-Cake nursery rhyme. Read more…… We’re Going On a Teddy Bear Hunt : We have a gorgeous book which comes with a CD that tells the story of the adventure of going on a bear hunt. My kids have played this CD over many times as I watch them pretend to walk through long, wavy grass and run away from a bear. So I thought I would bring this story to life some more by creating the different scenes in the book. Read more….. Pillow Case Hoppers : this wonderful activity reminded me of how the simple things can bring so much fun, while being active. This game is an oldie but a goodie replacing the hessian sacks with a pillow case……simple hours of fun! Read more….. Soapy Slime FUN: This activity was FUN, REALLY FUN!! Kids love to get messy, it comes with being a kid as they explore their natural curiosity about the world around them. Read more….. Paint Me: Paint Me is a cute and quirky activity that kids will enjoy making! I plan to use ours as keep sake to giggle at in years to come. It is a perfect snap shot of the size of your kids hands and feet to compare with when they get older. Read more….. Play Dough and Cardboard Tubes : “Rolling play dough balls down a cardboard tube ramp!” Lots of fun with play dough. Read more….. Colourful Pattern Collage : These Colourful Pattern Easter Eggs are a bright and colourful activity for the kids to do this Easter. They are super simple to make, don’t require a lot of materials and are lots of fun! Read more….. Alphabet Hide & Seek: My kids get very excited when we play this game. The challenge and anticipation of searching for something brings so much fun to learning your alphabet letters! The Hide and Seek Letter Hunt involves hiding the letter pairs around the house and your child goes around finding them. Free printable. Read more….. Great Places to Play at Home : There are so many wonderful places in the home where children can play imaginatively, creatively and get active indoors. Kids will create imaginary worlds to explore and play using the most inexpensive and simple things you can find right at home. Here are a few ideas for you to try! Read more….. Indoor Camping : It’s raining, it’s pouring…..and we have been stuck inside a fair bit lately with the weather. To entertain the kids and give them something to do we set up an indoor camping trip to beat the boredom and promote imaginative play. Here are a few ideas for setting up your own Indoor Campsite. Read more….. Pompoms and Mini Tongs: In the early years, we often hear discussions about the importance of fine motor and gross motor development in kids. Here is a great activity that is fun and exercises those little muscles to develop strength! Read more….. Bottle Top Leaf Boats: What I love about winter is that there are lots of puddles to play in. Recently after days of rain and being stuck inside, we put our rain coats and gum boots on for a splash about in the puddles. Read more…. Ima gi native Play Baby Care Corner : Encourage imaginative play by setting up a Babies Care Corner. This would be a fabulous imaginative play area to set up for families who are expecting or have a new baby and for children who have a younger sibling. Read more….. Making Honeycomb, Exploring Bi-Carbonate Soda : After making our Homemade Volcano and watching the excitement on my kids’ faces as the vinegar and bicarbonate soda reacted together, I thought I would extend the fun, fizzing and frothing into the kitchen by making some simple homemade honeycomb. Read more….. Number Cookies : An irresistibly yummy numeracy activity for kids! So much learning happens when we cook with our kids. The social interactions, processing information, following directions, problem solving and coordination. Read more….. Bottle Tops & Bubbles : A simple unstructured and fun sensory play idea using water, bubbles and bottle tops. It was wonderful to see the creativity, imagination and fun happen just by adding bottle tops and bubble bath to the tub. The Nursery Rhymes Box : The Nursery Rhyme Box is an activity developed to encourage and promote oral language development in young children. It is essentially a box filled with a number of props that will trigger a nursery rhyme song, such as a stuffed toy cow may trigger the nursery rhyme ‘Hey Diddle Diddle’ or ‘Old Mac Donald had a Farm’ because these nursery rhymes have a cow in their lyrics. Read more….. Blackberry Finger Painting : An activity inspired by reading the children’s book Mr McGee and the Blackberry Jam by Pamela Allen. It had been a while since we have pulled out the paints so I thought we would get them out to do a little finger painting and incorporate it with our theme of blackberries. We made some blackberries using purple and black paint and our fingers. It is always so much fun painting with our fingers! Read more….. C olourful Cellophane Sticky Art : Cellophane Sticky Art is a great activity to introduce kids to colours!! I believe it is never too early to start learning about concepts such as colour and that through setting up opportunities to play and learn will begin the journey of developing an understanding. Read more….. Play Dough – Bottle Tops and Straws: It is always fun to watch and see what kids will come up with when you give them simple props to promote play in an open-ended and unstructured way. Here I have set up our activity table with play dough, bottle tops and straws to inspire the imagination and creativity. Read more…. How to make a Homemade Volcano ? Watching a homemade volcano erupt is a very exciting experience for young children as they watch and learn about the amazing power of these geological formations. Making your own homemade volcano is really simple and requires basic material that you can find around the home. Read more….. Paper Plate Rainbow : Using simple craft materials to create a Paper Plate Rainbow! Kids will enjoy swishing the rainbow through the air while listening to their favourite rainbow songs. Read more….. Imaginary World of Felt : Felt is a sensory toy, brightly coloured, hands on playing, creative and great for storytelling. It brings so much imagination and learning to play times. Read more….. Water Balloons : A fun sensory play experience for kids in the bath tub by adding balloons filled with water. Read more….. Autumn Play Dough Leaf Prints : We have been celebrating the new season and the changes in the colours of leaves with making leaf prints and patterns using real leaves in a Nutmeg Scented Autumn Play Dough. The play dough is lightly scented with spicy nutmeg and cinnamon, with brown colouring and red and gold glitter bringing together all the wonderful elements of autumn. Read more….. Number Play Dough : We had so much fun making numbers with our Orange Scented Play Dough . It is a fun activity to introduce or reinforce learning about numbers for kids and develop an understanding of ‘how many’ to make a number. Free printable number play dough mats. Read more….. Imaginative Play Wet Washing : Imaginative play washing line is so simple to put together but yet so effective for kids to pretend, engage and make sense of their world. Practising and experimenting with the various skills they will take into adulthood. Read more….. Bubble Wrap Painting: Kids never get bored with bubble wrap, there is so much fun to be had and so much to explore with it. One of these things to explore is the interesting patterns and shapes it creates with paint. Here we have incorporated bubble wrap painting with a Valentine’s Day theme using cut out heart shapes with bubble wrap. Read more……. Sensory Play with Sand : Sand is a toy! The less a toy does the more a child will learn! Sand is such a great sensory toy for kids as they explore their sense of touch and play and discover the wonderful texture of sand! Read more….. Painting with Homemade Number Stamps : These Homemade Number Stamps will make learning your numbers FUN for kids as they can make endless paintings of numbers prints and sing-a-long as they learn and play! The Number Stamps are low cost, require very little materials and are super easy to make! Read more….. Homemade Guitar : An empty shoe box + elastic bands + a cardboard tube = Homemade Guitar and endless hours of fun! These guitars are such a simple homemade instrument to make and will bring so much fun to kids play times! Read more….. Let’s Make a Play Dough Cake : Kids love birthdays, blowing out candles and cake! Why not incorporate all these wonderful things with oral language development, strengthening fine motor skills, developing numeracy concepts and most importantly FUN! This activity involves making a play dough cake, adding candles and singing one of my favourite children’s song; 10 Little Candles. Read more….. Imaginative Play Vet Hospital : Imaginative play would have to be one of my most favourite kinds of play. Today I am sharing with you our imaginative play Vet Hospital and some simple ideas for setting one up in your home to encourage this play. Read more….. How to make Hanging Crystals?: Stalactites and stalagmites are formed in caves by water dripping or flowing from fractures on the roof of the cave. To try and imitate this we set up an experiment to grow salt crystals hanging from a string of wool. Read more….. Invitation to Play with Paint & Sponges : Setting up an invitation to play with paint and cut up sponge pieces. It is always interesting to see the difference each child thinks creatively as they explore the paint and sponge pieces. Read more….. Rainbow Collage : Adding a little bit of this and a little bit of that to create a rainbow collage! Read more….. Chocolate Play Dough: This Chocolate Play Dough really looks and smells just like the real thing! YUM!! This play dough is great for an Easter Theme Activity! Read more….. Sorting Buttons : Buttons are amazing as there are so many different shapes, sizes, colours, materials and styles. Kids love to run their hands through buttons, sort through them and explore the differences. Buttons are a great sensory toy and are also great to assist in learning about colours. Read more….. Ice Boats : Water and ice are great for sensory play with kids as it engages children into a world of exploration and wonder. To make our water and ice sensory play experience a little more fun we turned the ice blocks into boats with a few simple materials. Read more….. Marble Painting : Create some fun masterpieces with paint and marbles. Rolling marbles through paint on top of a sheet of paper creates some fun and interesting patterns. Read more…… Where is the Green Sheep? Extending the learning from the wonderful book for toddlers written by Mem Fox and making our very own Green Sheep Puppet!! Read more….. Tin Can Music Makers : Make some homemade Tin Can Music Makers with your toddler to shake and play with as they bop along to their favourite songs. Read more….. Imaginative Play Ice Cream Shop : The fun and joy of exploring the imaginary world of an ice cream shop. Today I am sharing some ideas for setting up an imaginative play ice cream shop. My girls had so much fun with this (and Dad) and took part in adding their own ideas of what they thought an Ice Cream Shop should have. Read more….. Giant Drawing: A giant drawing is an over sized piece of paper that is stuck down using sticky tape. Over a period of days the drawing grows and develops, sometimes a bit of a theme or story grows with it. Read more….. Coloured Felt Ice Creams : This is such a fun hands on activity for kids to promote the learning of colours while playing creatively and making felt ice creams. This activity involves kids to creatively stack coloured felt ice cream on top of felt cones and then label the colours with Velcro cards. Read on to find out more and print your own! Read more….. Little Toilet Roll People : Making these little characters is so much fun as they can be brought to life in imaginative play games. They are so simple to make and are made out recycled materials that you will find around the home. Read more….. Sock Puppet : Creating a character or a new friend out of a sock brings hours of fun for kids. It’s fun for kids to make their own sock puppet and then the enjoyment of bringing it to life in their imaginative games. Read more….. Sorting Coloured Bottle Tops : Sorting bottle tops into groups according to colour using paper plates to group them. Read more….. Painting with Toy Cars : Rolling toy cars into paint and creating pictures with the patterns transferred from the wheels. Read more….. Mini Pompom Cupcakes : Mini cupcakes are a simple, colourful and creative craft activity for kids! There are so many fun games and imaginative play times to be had with them. Read more….. Stand Up Alphabet : The Stand Up Alphabet is one of my favourite activities here on learning4kids! Once you have made your own set, you can use them for a range of literacy activities Read more….. Counting Octopus: Octopus Counting is a fun and creative way to introduce numbers, learn to count, or for the older kids skip counting. Read more….. Alphabet Archaeologist : Taking on the role of an archaeologist looking for artifacts and bones in the sand or in this case searching for alphabet letters. It is a great activity to promote the learning of letter names and the sounds that they make. Read more….. Imaginative Play Baker’s Shop : Imaginative play bakers shop was inspired by our mini cupcakes which we made previously. They make a brilliant prop to encourage the imaginary world in a bakers shop. Read more….. How to make a Foaming Monster?: Why does it bubble? The reaction between the vinegar and bicarb soda makes carbon dioxide, which causes tiny bubbles to form. Why does it come out its mouth? The dish liquid mixed with the vinegar/bicarb combination causes a reaction that makes the foam pour out of the monster’s mouth. Read more….. 4 thoughts on “3 Years – 4 Years” Good day very intresting and helpfull I do this with my girls after school even thought they are older. There is nothing more educational then hands on interactive games. I modify playing for different skills but kids like having fun. I like whey they are happy and they like to learn. It is a win-win situation. Thanks so much for well written, well explained activities. I do activities with my grandkids in the USA (I am South African however) and love your ideas (and seeing things named as I knew them growing up!!) Leave a Reply Cancel reply Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Hi and welcome to Learning 4 Kids! My name is Janice and I am an Early Childhood Teacher in Australia. I have a strong passion and love for teaching and creating meaningful learning experiences for my students. What I love most is watching children discover in those amazing light bulb moments. I hope Learning4kids brings you some useful ideas.

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Tone in Writing: 42 Examples of Tone For All Forms of Writing What is tone in writing and why does it matter? Tone is key to all communication. Think of the mother telling her disrespectful child, “Watch your tone, young man.” Or the sarcastic, humorous tone of a comedian performing stand up. Or the awe filled way people speak about their favorite musician, author, or actor. Or the careful, soft tones that people use with each other when they first fall in love. Tone is communication, sometimes more than the words being used themselves. So then how do you use tone in writing, and how does tone influence the meaning of a writing piece? In this article, you’ll learn everything you need to know about how to use tone in all types of writing, from creative writing to academic and even business writing. You’ll learn what tone actually is in writing and how it’s conveyed. You’ll learn the forty-two types of tone in writing, plus even have a chance to test your tone recognition with a practice exercise. Ready to become a tone master? Let’s get started. Why You Should Listen To Me? I’ve been a professional writer for more than a decade, writing in various different formats and styles. I’ve written formal nonfiction books, descriptive novels, humorous memoir chapters, and conversational but informative online articles (like this one!). Which is all to say, I earn a living in part by matching the right tone to each type of writing I work on. I hope you find the tips on tone below useful! Table of Contents Definition of Tone in Writing Why Tone Matters in Writing 42 Types of Tone Plus Tone Examples How to Choose the Right Tone for Your Writing Piece Tone Writing Identification Exercise Tone Vs. Voice in Writing The Role of Tone in Different Types of Writing Tone in Creative Writing Tone in Academic Writing Tone in Business Writing Tone in Online Writing Conclusion: How to Master Tone Definition of Tone in Writing Tone in writing refers to both the writer’s feelings and attitude towards the subject and the audience and how those feelings are expressed. Tone is one of the elements of writing, and writers convey their tone through word choice and syntax. Like tone of voice, it helps set the mood of the writing piece and influences the reader interpretation. Examples of tone can be formal, informal, serious, humorous, sarcastic, optimistic, pessimistic, and many more (see below for all forty-two examples) Why Does Tone Matter in Writing I once saw a version of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream in which the dialogue had been completely translated into various Indian dialects, including Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, and more. And yet, despite not knowing any of those languages, I was amazed to find that I could follow the story perfectly, infinitely better than the average Shakespeare in the park play. How could I understand the story so well despite the fact that it was in another language? In part, it was the skill of the actors and their body language. But one of the biggest ways that the actors communicated meaning was one thing. Their tone of voice. Tone is one of the most important ways we grasp the meaning of what someone is saying. If someone says, “I love you,” in an angry, sneering way, it doesn’t matter what their words are saying, the meaning will be completely changed by their tone. In the same way, tone is crucial in writing because it significantly influences how readers interpret and react to the text. Here are a few reasons why tone is important: - Tone conveys feeling. The tone reflects the writer’s attitude toward the subject and the audience, helping to shape readers’ perceptions and emotional responses. - Tone can help readers understand the meaning of the text. A well-chosen tone can clarify meaning, making it easier for readers to understand the writer’s intent and message. - Tone is engaging! As humans, we are designed to respond to emotion and feeling! Tone can help to engage or disengage readers. A relatable or compelling tone can draw readers in, while an off-putting tone can push them away. - Tone sets the mood. Tone can set the mood or atmosphere of a piece of writing, influencing how readers feel as they go through the text. - Tone persuades. In persuasive writing, tone plays a significant role in influencing how convincing or compelling your arguments are. - Tone reflects professionalism. In professional or academic contexts, maintaining an appropriate tone is crucial to uphold the writer’s authority. In the same way, tone is crucial in writing because it significantly influences how readers interpret and react to the text. 42 Types of Tone in Writing Plus Examples of Tone Tone is about feeling—the feeling of a writer toward the topic and audience. Which means that nearly any attitude or feeling can be a type of tone, not just the forty-two listed below. However, you have to start somewhere, so here a list of common tones that can be used in writing, with an example for each type: - Formal: This tone is professional, dignified, and somewhat detached. - Example: “Upon analysis of the data, it’s evident that the proposed hypothesis is substantiated.” - Informal: This tone is casual, friendly, and conversational. - Example: “Hey folks, today we’ll be chatting about the latest trends in tech.” - Serious: This tone is solemn and sometimes urgent, not intended to be humorous or entertaining. - Example: “The implications of climate change on our future generations cannot be overstated.” - Humorous: This tone is light, funny, and entertaining. - Example: “Why don’t scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything!” - Sarcastic: This tone involves saying something but meaning the opposite, often in a sharp or cutting manner. - Example: “Oh great, another diet plan. Just what I needed!” - Optimistic: This tone is hopeful and looks at the positive side of things. - Example: “Despite the setbacks, we remain confident in our ability to achieve our goals.” - Pessimistic: This tone is negative and tends to focus on the worst aspects of situations. - Example: “Given the declining economy, it’s doubtful if small businesses can survive.” - Urgent: This tone creates a sense of immediacy or importance and may call the reader to take immediate action. - Example: “We must act now! Every moment we waste increases the danger.” - Objective: This tone is unbiased, neutral, fact based, and direct . It’s often used in scientific reports or news articles. - Example: “The experiment concluded with the subject showing a 25% increase in performance.” - Subjective: This tone is personal, biased, and full of the personal opinions and feelings of the author. It’s often used in opinion pieces or personal essays. - Example: “I’ve always found the taste of coffee absolutely heavenly.” - Respectful: This tone shows admiration or respect towards the subject. It’s used when talking about venerable individuals or institutions. - Example: “We owe our success to the ceaseless efforts of our esteemed team.” - Irreverent: This tone deliberately shows lack of respect or seriousness. It’s often used in satirical or controversial pieces. - Example: “So much for their ‘revolutionary’ product. It’s as exciting as watching paint dry.” - Critical: This tone scrutinizes or judges the subject matter. Often found in reviews or analytical essays. - Example: “The film’s plot was so predictable it felt like a tiresome déjà vu.” - Inspirational: This tone is used to motivate, encourage, or stimulate the reader. Often found in motivational speeches or self-help books. - Example: “Every setback is a setup for a comeback. Believe in your potential.” - Cynical: This tone questions the basic sincerity and goodness of people. It’s often found in satirical writing or social commentaries. - Example: “A politician making promises? Now there’s something new.” - Passionate: This tone expresses strong feelings or beliefs. It’s often found in advocacy writing or opinion pieces. - Example: “We must fight to protect our planet—it’s the only home we have.” - Indifferent: This tone shows a lack of interest or concern. It can be used for effect in certain types of storytelling or character development. - Example: “Whether it rains or shines tomorrow, it makes little difference to me.” - Dramatic: This tone is filled with action, emotion, or suspense. It’s often used in stories, plays, or sensational news. - Example: “As the doors creaked open, a chilling wind swept through the abandoned mansion.” - Melancholic: This tone conveys sadness or reflection. It’s often found in personal essays, poetry, or stories dealing with loss or sorrow. - Example: “She gazed at the fading photograph, lost in the echoes of a time long past.” - Ironic: This tone involves saying one thing but implying the opposite. It’s often used for humor or criticism. - Example: “The fire station caught on fire—it’s almost poetic, isn’t it?” - Sympathetic: This tone shows understanding and care towards the subject. It’s common in reflective essays or personal writing. - Example: “I can understand how challenging this period has been for you.” - Contemptuous: This tone shows scorn or disrespect for the subject. It’s often found in polemical writings or critical essays. - Example: “His excuse for being late was as pathetic as it was predictable.” - Euphemistic: This tone uses mild or indirect expressions to describe something unpleasant or embarrassing. Often found in diplomatic communications or formal letters. - Example: “Our feline companion has gone to pursue interests in a different locale” (meaning: the cat ran away). - Direct: This tone is straightforward and to-the-point. It’s common in instruction manuals, news reporting, and business communication. - Example: “Your report is due by 5 PM tomorrow, no exceptions.” - Conversational: This tone mimics everyday speech patterns. It’s informal, personal, and can include colloquial expressions. Blogs, social media posts, and some kinds of advertising often use a conversational tone. - Example: “So, you’ve got a hankering to learn about star constellations—well, you’re in the right place!” - Narrative: This tone tells a story or describes a series of events. It’s often used in novels, short stories, and narrative essays. The tone can vary greatly depending on the nature of the story. - Example: “She tiptoed down the dim hallway, every shadow pulsating with the mysteries of her childhood home.” - Suspenseful: This tone builds tension and excitement. It’s common in thrillers, mysteries, and some types of dramatic writing. - Example: “With the approaching footsteps echoing in his ears, he quickly hid in the dark alcove, heart pounding.” - Romantic: This tone focuses on feelings of love, beauty, or sentimentality. It’s used in romance novels, love poems, and certain types of descriptive writing. - Example: “His eyes were a stormy sea, and in their depths, she found an anchor for her love.” - Fantastical: This tone creates a sense of wonder or amazement, typically used in fantasy or science fiction. It often involves detailed world-building and extraordinary elements. - Example: “In the heart of the mystical forest, nestled between radiant will-o’-the-wisps, was a castle spun from dreams and starlight.” - Scholarly: This tone is academic and intellectual, usually found in scholarly articles, textbooks, and academic journals. It employs a formal writing style and advanced vocabulary. - Example: “The quantum mechanical model posits that electrons reside in orbitals, probabilistic regions around the nucleus, rather than fixed paths.” - Didactic: This tone aims to educate or instruct the reader. It’s commonly used in instructional materials, guides, and moral or philosophical texts. - Example: “When constructing a thesis statement, it’s crucial to present a clear, concise argument that your paper will substantiate.” - Cerebral: This tone is intellectually deep and thought-provoking. It’s often found in philosophical works, critical analyses, or theoretical discussions. - Example: “The juxtaposition of light and dark imagery in the novel serves to illustrate the dichotomy between knowledge and ignorance.” - Analytical: This tone is systematic and logical, focusing on breaking down complex concepts or problems into their parts for better understanding. It’s often found in research papers, critical essays, and scientific reports. - Example: “Upon deconstructing the narrative, one can discern the recurrent themes of loss and redemption.” - Pedantic: This tone is overly concerned with minute details or formalisms, often in a manner that’s perceived as showy or pretentious. It’s found in works that emphasize deep knowledge or excessive adherence to rules. - Example: “One must remember, however, that the epistemological underpinnings of such an argument necessitate a comprehensive understanding of Kantian philosophy.” - Philosophical: This tone explores deep questions about life, purpose, morality, etc. It encourages readers to think deeply and critically about these fundamental questions. - Example: “The ephemeral nature of existence prompts us to contemplate the purpose of our pursuits and the value of our accomplishments.” - Minimalist: This tone uses the least number of words necessary to convey a point, focusing on simplicity and clarity. Unnecessary details and descriptions are generally avoided. - Example: “She left the room.” - Straightforward: This tone is direct and unambiguous. It aims to present information clearly and simply, without metaphor, embellishment, or subjectivity. - Example: “Global warming is a major issue that needs immediate attention.” - Stream-of-Consciousness: This tone mimics the thought processes of a character or the narrator. Sentences can be long and rambling, with frequent shifts in ideas or topics, much like how thoughts flow in the human mind. - Example: “Maybe she’ll come tomorrow, I thought, watching the cars pass by, headlights blurring in the rain—oh, to be somewhere else, anywhere, the beach maybe, sand between my toes, the smell of the sea…” - Introspective: This tone involves a deep exploration of one’s thoughts, feelings, or experiences. It often focuses on inner emotions more than external events. - Example: “In the quiet solitude of the night, I grappled with my fears, my hopes, my dreams—how little I understood myself.” - Descriptive: This tone provides detailed information about a subject, often using rich sensory language to help the reader visualize the scene or subject. - Example: “The autumn leaves crunched underfoot, their vibrant hues of scarlet and gold painting a brilliant tapestry against the crisp, cerulean sky.” - Reflective: This tone involves thoughtful consideration of a subject, often from a personal perspective. It’s often seen in personal essays, memoirs, or reflective pieces. - Example: “Looking back on my childhood, I see a time of joy and innocence, a time when the world was a playground of endless possibilities.” - Awe-filled: This tone expresses a sense of wonder, admiration, or reverence. It’s often used when describing breathtaking natural scenes, extraordinary feats, or profound wisdom. - Example: “Gazing up at the star-studded sky, I was struck by a sense of awe; the universe’s vast expanse dwarfed my existence, reducing me to a speck in the cosmic canvas.” - Bonus! Inspirational: This tone is meant to motivate, encourage, and stimulate the reader. It often suggests a sense of admiration and respect for the topic or person being discussed. - Example: “His unwavering determination in the face of adversity serves as a shining beacon for us all, inspiring us to strive for our dreams, no matter the obstacles.” Any others that we forgot? Leave a comment and let us know! Remember, tone can shift within a piece of writing, and a writer can use more than one tone in a piece depending on their intent and the effect they want to create. The tones used in storytelling are particularly broad and flexible, as they can shift and evolve according to the plot’s developments and the characters’ arcs. How do you choose the right tone for your writing piece? The tone of a piece of writing is significantly determined by its purpose, genre, and audience. Here’s how these three factors play a role: - Purpose: The main goal of your writing guides your tone. If you’re trying to persuade someone, you might adopt a passionate, urgent, or even a formal tone, depending on the subject matter. If you’re trying to entertain, a humorous, dramatic, or suspenseful tone could be suitable. For educating or informing, an objective, scholarly, or didactic tone may be appropriate. - Genre: The type of writing also influences the tone. For instance, academic papers often require a formal, objective, or scholarly tone, while a personal blog post might be more informal and conversational. Similarly, a mystery novel would have a suspenseful tone, a romance novel a romantic or passionate tone, and a satirical essay might adopt an ironic or sarcastic tone. - Audience: Understanding your audience is crucial in setting the right tone. Professional audiences may expect a formal or respectful tone, while a younger audience might appreciate a more conversational or even irreverent tone. Furthermore, if your audience is familiar with the topic, you can use a more specialized or cerebral tone. In contrast, for a general audience, a clear and straightforward tone might be better. It’s also worth mentioning that the tone can shift within a piece of writing. For example, a novel might mostly maintain a dramatic tone, but could have moments of humor or melancholy. Similarly, an academic paper could be mainly objective but might adopt a more urgent tone in the conclusion to emphasize the importance of the research findings. In conclusion, to choose the right tone for your writing, consider the intent of your piece, the expectations of the genre, and the needs and preferences of your audience. And don’t forget, maintaining a consistent tone is key to ensuring your message is received as intended. How to Identify Tone in Writing How do you identify the tone in various texts (or even in your own writing)? What are the key indicators that help you figure out what tone a writing piece is? See our comprehensive guide to tone in writing here and discover the key indicators that help you figure out tone. Identifying the tone in a piece of writing can be done by focusing on a few key elements: - Word Choice (Diction): The language an author uses can give you strong clues about the tone. For instance, formal language with lots of technical terms suggests a formal or scholarly tone, while casual language with slang or contractions suggests an informal or conversational tone. - Sentence Structure (Syntax): Longer, complex sentences often indicate a formal, scholarly, or descriptive tone. Shorter, simpler sentences can suggest a more direct, informal, or urgent tone. - Punctuation: The use of punctuation can also impact tone. Exclamation marks may suggest excitement, urgency, or even anger. Question marks might indicate confusion, curiosity, or sarcasm. Ellipsis (…) can suggest suspense, uncertainty, or thoughtfulness. - Figurative Language: The use of metaphors, similes, personification, and other literary devices can help set the tone. For instance, an abundance of colorful metaphors and similes could suggest a dramatic, romantic, or fantastical tone. - Mood: The emotional atmosphere of the text can give clues to the tone. If the text creates a serious, somber mood, the tone is likely serious or melancholic. If the mood is light-hearted or amusing, the tone could be humorous or whimsical. - Perspective or Point of View: First-person narratives often adopt a subjective, personal, or reflective tone. Third-person narratives can have a range of tones, but they might lean towards being more objective, descriptive, or dramatic. - Content: The subject matter itself can often indicate the tone. A text about a tragic event is likely to have a serious, melancholic, or respectful tone. A text about a funny incident will probably have a humorous or light-hearted tone. By carefully analyzing these elements, you can determine the tone of a text. In your own writing, you can use these indicators to check if you’re maintaining the desired tone consistently throughout your work. Tone Writing Exercise: Identify the tone in each of the following sentences Let’s do a little writing exercise by identifying the tones of the following example sentences. - “The participants in the study displayed a significant improvement in their cognitive abilities post intervention.” - “Hey guys, just popping in to share some cool updates from our team!” - “The consequences of climate change are dire and demand immediate attention from world leaders.” - “I told my wife she should embrace her mistakes. She gave me a hug.” - “Despite the challenges we’ve faced this year, I’m confident that brighter days are just around the corner.” - “Given the state of the economy, it seems unlikely that we’ll see any significant improvements in the near future.” - “No mountain is too high to climb if you believe in your ability to reach the summit.” - “As she stepped onto the cobblestone streets of the ancient city, the echoes of its rich history whispered in her ears.” - “Oh, you’re late again? What a surprise.” - “The methodology of this research hinges upon a quantitative approach, using statistical analysis to derive meaningful insights from the collected data.” Give them a try. I’ll share the answers at the end! Tone Versus Voice in Writing Tone and voice in writing are related but distinct concepts: Voice is the unique writing style or personality of the writing that makes it distinct to a particular author. It’s a combination of the author’s syntax, word choice, rhythm, and other stylistic elements. Voice tends to remain consistent across different works by the same author, much like how people have consistent speaking voices. For example, the voice in Ernest Hemingway’s work is often described as minimalist and straightforward, while the voice in Virginia Woolf’s work is more stream-of-consciousness and introspective. Tone, on the other hand, refers to the attitude or emotional qualities of the writing. It can change based on the subject matter, the intended audience, and the purpose of the writing. In the same way that someone’s tone of voice can change based on what they’re talking about or who they’re talking to, the tone of a piece of writing can vary. Using the earlier examples, a work by Hemingway might have a serious, intense tone, while a work by Woolf might have a reflective, introspective tone. So, while an author’s voice remains relatively consistent, the tone they use can change based on the context of the writing. Tone and voice are two elements of writing that are closely related and often work hand in hand to create a writer’s unique style. Here’s how they can be used together: - Consistency: A consistent voice gives your writing a distinctive personality, while a consistent tone helps to set the mood or attitude of your piece. Together, they create a uniform feel to your work that can make your writing instantly recognizable to your readers. - Audience Engagement: Your voice can engage readers on a fundamental level by giving them a sense of who you are or the perspective from which you’re writing. Your tone can then enhance this engagement by setting the mood, whether it’s serious, humorous, formal, informal, etc., depending on your audience and the purpose of your writing. - Clarity of Message: Your voice can express your unique perspective and values, while your tone can help convey your message clearly by fitting the context. For example, a serious tone in an academic research paper or a casual, friendly tone in a personal blog post helps your audience understand your purpose and message. - Emotional Impact: Voice and tone together can create emotional resonance. A distinctive voice can make readers feel connected to you as a writer, while the tone can evoke specific emotions that align with your content. For example, a melancholic tone in a heartfelt narrative can elicit empathy from the reader, enhancing the emotional impact of your story. - Versatility: While maintaining a consistent overall voice, you can adjust your tone according to the specific piece you’re writing. This can show your versatility as a writer. For example, you may have a generally conversational voice but use a serious tone for an important topic and a humorous tone for a lighter topic. Remember, your unique combination of voice and tone is part of what sets you apart as a writer. It’s worth taking the time to explore and develop both. The Role of Tone in Different Types of Writing Just as different audiences require different tones of voice, so does your tone change depending on the audience of your writing. Tone in Creative Writing Tone plays a crucial role in creative writing, shaping the reader’s experience and influencing their emotional response to the work. Here are some considerations for how to use tone in creative writing: - Create Atmosphere: Tone is a powerful tool for creating a specific atmosphere or mood in a story. For example, a suspenseful tone can create a sense of tension and anticipation, while a humorous tone can make a story feel light-hearted and entertaining. - Character Development: The tone of a character’s dialogue and thoughts can reveal a lot about their personality and emotional state. A character might speak in a sarcastic tone, revealing a cynical worldview, or their internal narrative might be melancholic, indicating feelings of sadness or regret. - Plot Development: The tone can shift with the plot, reflecting changes in the story’s circumstances. An initially optimistic tone might become increasingly desperate as a situation worsens, or a serious tone could give way to relief and joy when a conflict is resolved. - Theme Expression: The overall tone of a story can reinforce its themes. For instance, a dark and somber tone could underscore themes of loss and grief, while a hopeful and inspirational tone could enhance themes of resilience and personal growth. - Reader Engagement: A well-chosen tone can engage the reader’s emotions, making them more invested in the story. A dramatic, high-stakes tone can keep readers on the edge of their seats, while a romantic, sentimental tone can make them swoon. - Style and Voice: The tone is part of the writer’s unique voice and style. The way you blend humor and seriousness, or the balance you strike between formal and informal language, can give your work a distinctive feel. In creative writing, it’s important to ensure that your tone is consistent, unless a change in tone is intentional and serves a specific purpose in your story. An inconsistent or shifting tone can be jarring and confusing for the reader. To check your tone, try reading your work aloud, as this can make shifts in tone more evident. Tone in Academic Writing In academic writing, the choice of tone is crucial as it helps to establish credibility and convey information in a clear, unambiguous manner. Here are some aspects to consider about tone in academic writing: - Formal: Academic writing typically uses a formal tone, which means avoiding colloquialisms, slang, and casual language. This helps to maintain a level of professionalism and seriousness that is appropriate for scholarly work. For instance, instead of saying “experts think this is really bad,” a more formal phrasing would be, “scholars have identified significant concerns regarding this matter.” - Objective: The tone in academic writing should usually be objective, rather than subjective. This means focusing on facts, evidence, and logical arguments rather than personal opinions or emotions. For example, instead of saying “I believe that climate change is a major issue,” an objective statement would be, “Research indicates that climate change poses substantial environmental risks.” - Precise: Precision is crucial in academic writing, so the tone should be specific and direct. Avoid vague or ambiguous language that might confuse the reader or obscure the meaning of your argument. For example, instead of saying “several studies,” specify the exact number of studies or name the authors if relevant. - Respectful: Even when critiquing other scholars’ work, it’s essential to maintain a respectful tone. This means avoiding harsh or judgmental language and focusing on the intellectual content of the argument rather than personal attacks. - Unbiased: Strive for an unbiased tone by presenting multiple perspectives on the issue at hand, especially when it’s a subject of debate in the field. This shows that you have a comprehensive understanding of the topic and that your conclusions are based on a balanced assessment of the evidence. - Scholarly: A scholarly tone uses discipline-specific terminology and acknowledges existing research on the topic. However, it’s also important to explain any complex or specialized terms for the benefit of readers who may not be familiar with them. By choosing an appropriate tone, you can ensure that your academic writing is professional, credible, and accessible to your intended audience. Remember, the tone can subtly influence how your readers perceive your work and whether they find your arguments convincing. Tone in Business Writing In business writing, your tone should be professional, clear, and respectful. Here are some aspects to consider: - Professional and Formal: Just like in academic writing, business writing typically uses a professional and formal tone. This ensures that the communication is taken seriously and maintains an air of professionalism. However, remember that “formal” doesn’t necessarily mean “stiff” or “impersonal”—a little warmth can make your writing more engaging. - Clear and Direct: Your tone should also be clear and direct. Ambiguity can lead to misunderstanding, which can have negative consequences in a business setting. Make sure your main points are obvious and not hidden in jargon or overly complex sentences. - Respectful: Respect is crucial in business communication. Even when addressing difficult topics or delivering bad news, keep your tone courteous and considerate. This fosters a positive business relationship and shows that you value the other party. - Concise: In the business world, time is often at a premium. Therefore, a concise tone—saying what you need to say as briefly as possible—is often appreciated. This is where the minimalist tone can shine. - Persuasive: In many situations, such as a sales pitch or a negotiation, a persuasive tone is beneficial. This involves making your points convincingly, showing enthusiasm where appropriate, and using language that motivates the reader to act. - Neutral: In situations where you’re sharing information without trying to persuade or express an opinion, a neutral tone is best. For example, when writing a business report or summarizing meeting minutes, stick to the facts without letting personal bias influence your language. By adapting your tone based on these guidelines and the specific context, you can ensure your business writing is effective and appropriate. Tone in Online Writing Online writing can vary greatly depending on the platform and purpose of the content. However, some common considerations for tone include: - Conversational and Informal: Online readers often prefer a more conversational, informal tone that mimics everyday speech. This can make your writing feel more personal and relatable. Blogs, social media posts, and personal websites often employ this tone. - Engaging and Enthusiastic: With so much content available online, an engaging and enthusiastic tone can help grab readers’ attention and keep them interested. You can express your passion for a topic, ask questions, or use humor to make your writing more lively and engaging. - Clear and Direct: Just like in business and academic writing, clarity is key in online writing. Whether you’re writing a how-to article, a product description, or a blog post, make your points clearly and directly to help your readers understand your message. - Descriptive and Vivid: Because online writing often involves storytelling or explaining complex ideas, a descriptive tone can be very effective. Use vivid language and sensory details to help readers visualize what you’re talking about. - Authoritative: If you’re writing content that’s meant to inform or educate, an authoritative tone can help establish your credibility. This involves demonstrating your knowledge and expertise on the topic, citing reliable sources, and presenting your information in a confident, professional manner. - Optimistic and Inspirational: Particularly for motivational blogs, self-help articles, or other content meant to inspire, an optimistic tone can be very effective. This involves looking at the positive side of things, encouraging readers, and offering hope. Remember, the best tone for online writing depends heavily on your audience, purpose, and platform. Always keep your readers in mind, and adapt your tone to suit their needs and expectations. How to Master Tone Tone isn’t as hard as you think. If you’ve ever said something with feeling in your voice or with a certain attitude, you know how it works. And while mastering the word choice, syntax, and other techniques to use tone effectively can be tricky, just by choosing a tone, being aware of tone in your writing, and making a concerted effort to practice it will add depth and style to your writing, heightening both the meaning and your audiences enjoyment. Remember, we all have tone. You just need to practice using it. Happy writing! What tone do you find yourself using the most in your writing? Let us know in the comments. Here are two writing exercises for you to practice tone. Exercise 1: Identify the Tone Using the ten identification examples above, write out the tones for each of the examples. Then use this answer guide to check your work. How many did you get correctly? Let me know in the comments. Exercise 2: Choose One Tone and Write Choose one of the tones above, set a timer for fifteen minutes, then free write in that tone. When your time’s up, post your practice in the our community Practice Workshop here and share feedback with a few other writers.

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One way to understand the modern novel is to show its development in the work of writers such as Joseph Conrad, Marcel Proust, James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, Franz Kafka, and William Faulkner. This list is by no means exclusive, but it represents those authors who are essential figures of the modernist literary canon. Along with their modernist contemporaries, Conrad, Proust, Joyce, Woolf, Kafka, and Faulkner are “modern” because they share certain literary preoccupations with an unstable modern world, have a diminishing belief in the idea of progress, are concerned with the radical subjectivity of the self, and, consequently, are preoccupied with the novelist’s need to present “reality” from multiple perspectives. Of paramount concern to modernists is the question of how the world is perceived—or, rather, their concern is the difficulty of perceiving the world as an agreed upon or objective reality. Thus, the modern novel relies on stream-of-consciousness narrators and even unreliable witnesses to the present and the past, underscoring the strenuous effort by novelist and reader alike to arrive at a semblance of the truth. The modern novel, in other words, has an epistemological thrust, a dynamic questioning of what its characters know and how they think they know it. Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) Many commentators on the modern novel date its inception to World War I—and its aftermath—because its horrors led to skepticism about moral values, religious principles, and political convictions that nineteenth century writers and readers believed were universal and enduring. The basic elements of modernism, however, evolved earlier; they appeared in Joseph Conrad’s early work, completed before World War I. Conrad experienced the sort of displacement and disorientation that are the hallmarks of high modernism, that is, of novels that inquire into the foundations of civilization, the core beliefs and modes of perception that nineteenth century novelists took for granted or only fitfully questioned. This was a time when Charles Darwin, Karl Marx, and Sigmund Freud first began to undermine the Victorian confidence in a coherent universe. Conrad grew up in Russian-occupied Poland, the son of an impoverished Polish nobleman who wrote political plays and was persecuted by the Russians. Early on, Conrad absorbed the devastating history of Poland, an enlightened country that had been partitioned by Russia, Prussia, and the Austro-Hungarian Empire and had risen against its oppressors in several futile rebellions. Conrad left his native land and went to sea, deciding several years later to reestablish himself in England and pursue writing as a career. Conrad doubted the Victorian notion of progress. His novels, such as Heart of Darkness (1899 serial, 1902 book), reminded the British that their island nation had once been a part of the Roman Empire and that the British “moment” in history—its pride in the achievements of imperialism—might be just that: a moment. Conrad ridiculed the European notion that its economy and political structures would prevail in history. He exposed the futile blindness of such pretensions in Nostromo (1904), a novel that prophetically described the repetitive round of revolution and counterrevolution and reaction that would pervade much of twentieth century South and Central America, even as Europeans and Americans invested in undeveloped countries and deluded themselves into believing their presence would result in a socially, economically, and politically improved world. Charlie Marlow, Conrad’s narrator in Heart of Darkness, Victory (1915), and other works, is a quintessential modernist because he cannot complacently accept civilization like his contemporaries. His views are antiheroic and anti-Romantic; he questions nineteenth century hero worship, which led Romantic and Victorian writers such as Thomas Carlyle and Ralph Waldo Emerson to argue that history is made by “great men” and that history itself is just the sum of innumerable biographies of great men. Kurtz in Heart of Darkness sets out to become one of these great men, and it is Marlow’s task to discover why Kurtz fails—not merely as a person but as a representative of a Western civilization attempting to bring its values to the so-called savages in Africa. Marlow meditates on Kurtz’s intentions. Is Kurtz’s corruption, his assumption of absolute power over the indigenous peoples, the logical if unforeseen result of his arrogant quest to save them? Marlow questions and doubts his ability to understand not only Kurtz’s story but also history itself. Does history, in fact, have a meaning? Even more troubling is Marlow’s inability to tell the truth about Kurtz to Kurtz’s fiancé, a proper Victorian woman who cannot begin to understand how Kurtz succumbed to evil, the heart of darkness that humans, the novel implies, are all too inclined to perpetuate. Conrad’s contribution to the modern novel is enormous. He brought a brooding, musing sensibility to narrative and an awareness of the way human consciousness feeds on itself and elaborates whole worlds rather than just describing them. The great tradition of nineteenth century was realism: The novelist attempted to accurately convey the world and render its complexity. The focal point, in other words, was the world, not human consciousness, although certain late nineteenth century writers such as Henry James began to demonstrate that it was the narrator—as much as or more than the story he or she had to tell—who was the cynosure of fiction. Thus, James’s narrators, such as Lambert Strether in The Ambassadors (1903), anticipate the next major development in the modern novel, which occurs in the work of Marcel Proust. Marcel Proust (1871-1922) Like Conrad, Marcel Proust grew up in an atmosphere of societal upheaval. The Commune of Paris, a popular uprising for a more democratic government, had failed in the year of the novelist’s birth, and France had been defeated in war by Prussia. In this demoralized and uncertain environment, with a declining aristocracy and dynamic middle class, the sensitive Proust was exposed to an era of rapid change. Like Conrad, Proust relied on the supple and subtle perception of his narrator to convey a conception of society and history as a construct, an extension of the human ego filtered through the sensibility of the artist. Proust could describe a town, a group of people, a country setting in the manner of a realist, yet it was his attention to language that made the descriptions stand out. Unlike the realist, in other words, Proust was not merely imitating nature to render an accurate picture of it; rather, he heightened sense through an exquisite attention to style (diction, imagery, and the rhythm of his prose). Proust’s masterpiece, Remembrance of Things Past (1913) is a standard modernist work, focusing on time and history as subjects in themselves. Proust’s narrator is concerned not solely with his memories but with the way he remembers and with how others formulate their sense of the past and present. In Proust, human identity itself becomes a product of language, and thus the artist becomes not merely a reporter (as in the realist tradition) but also a symbolist; that is, the writer fastens on those objects, scenes, and anecdotes that are shaped to define the way his or her characters live and think of their lives. James Joyce (1882-1941) In A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man (1914- 1915, serial; 1916, book), James Joyce extended the Proustian effort to render reality as it appeared to human consciousness by resorting to different linguistic registers with their own vocabulary and grammar. Thus, the child Stephen Dedalus emerges with his own language in the opening passage about a “moocow.” Joyce is not merely describing a child’s world, or picturing that world from the child’s point of view—as Charles Dickens does in Great Expectations (1860-1861, serial; 1861, book), for example. On the contrary, Joyce inhabits a child’s world using the child’s words and phrases to create a sense of immediacy, of what critics have called a stream of consciousness. Reality is not there to be observed but rather to be created in the child’s mind. Stephen is the artist already making up stories in his unusual style. The modern novelist captures the fluid nature of perception as it is enacted in the mind. Perhaps the most conspicuous example of Joycean stream of consciousness is Molly Bloom’s famous soliloquy at the end of Ulysses (1922). Joyce daringly delves into Molly’s private thoughts and feelings as she lies in bed dwelling on her lover’s and her husband’s behavior as well as on her own cravings for sex. Her constant repetition of the word “yes” to convey her obsessive desire shocked many of Joyce’s contemporaries. He was breaking new ground in fiction, announcing, in effect, that what made the novel modern was the novelist’s willingness to deal explicitly with subjects that heretofore had been deemed illicit and the province of pornographers. Joyce, however, believed that the novelist should not shy away from any feeling or desire expressed by his or her characters, even if this meant—as it did—that his or her work would be censored. Ulysses could not be legally published in the United States until 1933, when a court lifted the ban on the novel. Joyce’s modernism is defined then, not only by his method of narration but also his subject matter: women as fully active and demanding sexual creatures and who tell stories from their own point of view and with their own words. Similarly, the hero of Ulysses, Leopold Bloom, a Dublin Jew, is hardly a conventional male protagonist. He is, rather, what some critics have called an antihero because he engages in no daring actions and is not a leader of society or a military figure. He is, outwardly, unremarkable. What makes him noteworthy is the attention Joyce devotes to Bloom, including to his lively inner life, which is, in its own way, adventurous and absorbing. In other words, the modern hero or antihero acquires his or her status through the energy and imagination the novelist invests in him or her and not as the result of a record of accomplishment (namely in men) that society admires. Bloom is the common man as hero, making up the story of his own life as he lives it. Like Proust, Joyce exercised a sort of sovereignty over his material, a superiority over the requirements of both classical literature—in the form of epics such as Homer’s Odyssey (c. 800 b.c.e.)—and nineteenth century realism, which took society as a given, a template on which to place characters. Joyce’s characters are alluring not because of what they do but because of the way Joyce invents them, endowing them with an interior language rather than just with certain mannerisms and tics, the externals of the characters that Dickens, for instance, was so adept at creating. Joyce focused his novels on contemporary society and, it could be argued, from a male point of view, notwithstanding his sensitive creation of characters like Molly Bloom and Gerty MacDowell in Ulysses. One of Joyce’s contemporaries, Virginia Woolf, wished to remake the modern novel so that it more fully reflected women’s creativity in narratives that questioned the conventional ordering of history and traditional gender relationships. Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) Virginia Woolf sought to bring the full weight of women’s concerns and talents to the development of the modern novel. She rejected the rigid hierarchies of a male-dominated society and sought in her own fiction to portray women as proactive, as makers of the world. She admired women writers and artists such as her contemporaries Rebecca West and Vanessa Bell (her sister) and based her eponymous heroine, Orlando, on Bell. Orlando: A Biography (1928) is a quintessential modernist novel that violates the standards of realistic fiction even as it mimics and burlesques biography, one of the most conventional literary genres that depends on linear development and chronological storytelling. Orlando, born in the Elizabethan period and still alive at the time of the novel, exemplified the development of civilization and gender. West was especially intrigued by the passages in which Orlando undergoes gender reassignment from a man to a woman. West maintained in her 1928 essay on Woolf, “High Fountain of Genius,” that these passages made up the heart of the novel because Woolf was debating . . . how far one’s sex is like a pair of faulty glasses on one’s nose; where one looks at the universe, how true it is that to be a woman is to have a blind spot on the North Northwest, to be a man is to see light as darkness East by South. In other words, Woolf was incorporating in her exploration of gender a typically modern concern with perception— that is, with the vantage point from which individuals view their world. That Orlando’s gender itself transcended time was Woolf’s way of exploring human identity in a context far larger than was available in the nineteenth century novel. West, too, had been writing a novel—Harriet Hume: London Fantasy (1929)—exploring the differences between genders. She examined what would happen to a woman who could enter a man’s mind and think his thoughts. Like Woolf, West employed the radical experimentation of the modern novel to challenge the social and political conventions of a patriarchal society. Woolf, West, and others, including Djuna Barnes (in Nightwood, 1936), added a vital element to modern fiction, developing the Joycean notion of how human identity develops from the creation of language and the artist’s unique point of view. Franz Kafka (1883-1924) The phantasmagorical aspects of modernism take on even greater political dimensions in Franz Kafka’s novels, especially The Trial (1937). One of the most influential modernists (his fiction gave rise to the term “Kafkaesque”), Kafka explored the terror of twentieth century society, in which an individual could be accused of a nameless crime (as in The Trial) and succumb to the bureaucratic maze of figures and institutions that prosecute him (or her). To many critics, the arbitrary nature of the trial, the arcane procedures used to determine the victim’s guilt, and the constant pressing of a case against the individual until he begins to believe himself guilty of the charges, presaged the regime of the totalitarian state later dramatized in the novels of Arthur Koestler and George Orwell. The very idea of a rational world is under attack in The Trial, and society seems like a modernist hell because there can be no standard of judgment, no principle of justice, no ethical code by which everyone is measured openly and fairly. Only the interests of the state are important, and the sole criterion for the individual’s existence is whether he or she is deemed to have acted in conformity with the current line the authorities avow. In such an absurd world, the definition of reality keeps changing. Thus, Kafka elaborated the modernist attack on universal truths and obliterated the basis on which society had been organized since the Enlightenment. Kafka’s novels verge on nihilism, the conviction that there is no meaning in the universe. While he was certainly not the first writer to broach this notion of meaninglessness— after all, William Shakespeare’s Macbeth decries a world that is full of sound and fury, signifying nothing—Kafka was an original because his work reflects this nihilistic tendency in a logical and nonlinear structures. In other words K, the protagonist of The Trial, lives in a world that does not make sense to him and that cannot be explained in terms of his own failings or ignorance. William Faulkner (1897-1962) William Faulkner’s classic modernist novel The Sound and the Fury (1929) would seem to be a gloss on Kafka’s nihilism. The novel is narrated both by an idiot named Benjy and by his highly intelligent brother, Quentin, a Harvard student who commits suicide after being tormented by a world that will not conform to his heroic expectations. The third part of the novel is narrated by Jason, the crass and cynical brother who survives on sarcasm. The language of the novel is brilliant not only because Faulkner finds such distinctive voices for his narrators but also because each narrator represents a different way of looking at the world: Benjy focuses on images and the sense experience of the moment while Quentin intellectualizes and broods on his conflicted attitudes toward his family and society. Jason, the realist, simply accepts the status quo and looks for ways to profit from the weakness of others. Set against these three troubling witnesses to a world gone awry is Dilsey, the faithful family servant who has brought up the brothers. While the novel does not endorse her simple Christian faith, it suggests that the reserves of strength in her character are an abiding aspect of civilization, an enduring sensibility that counters— even if it does not triumph over—the anarchic forces that envelop the brothers. In Faulkner’s novels, the search for meaning is heroic, and failure—while it is frequent—nevertheless conveys a certainly nobility in human efforts to comprehend the world. This is especially true in another of his masterpieces, Absalom, Absalom! (1936), an intense, multilayered historical work involving several generations of one family. The narrators piece together and argue over the story of Thomas Sutpen and his sons, a story that ultimately deals with the history of the South and the efforts of the narrators to construct a coherent interpretation of a man and his progeny. After Faulkner, a new generation of writers emerging from World War II sought to define themselves in what came to be called a postmodern world, one that would have to find new ways of dealing with the radical subjectivity, nihilism, and the search for meaning that are the hallmarks of modernism. For this new postwar generation, Gertrude Stein became an inspiration. She was an uncompromising writer and poet who crafted several untraditional narratives that refused to rely on novelistic conventions such as plot and well-developed characters. Stein’s self-reflexive language, which suggests the writer creates his or her own reality rather than mirrors the reality outside that creation, elevated the notion of the novel’s language as self-sustaining, that is, language did not have to refer to an outside world. Language itself, in other words, became the subject matter of novels. 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- I. Introduction: The Power of Music in Commemorating Tragedies and Loss - II. Understanding the Emotional Impact of Music - III. Music as a Form of Healing and Comfort - IV. The Role of Music in Collective Mourning - V. Exploring Different Musical Genres in Commemoration - VI. Case Studies: Successful Instances of Music Commemoration - VII. Frequently Asked Questions - 1. Why is music often used to commemorate tragedies and loss? - 2. What role does music play in the grieving process? - 3. How does music aid in healing after a tragedy? - 4. Are there specific genres or types of music commonly associated with commemorating tragedies? - 5. How does live performance enhance the commemoration experience? - 6. Can music help individuals find hope and resilience after a tragedy? - 7. How does music contribute to collective memory of tragedies? - 8. Are there any notable examples where music played a significant role in commemorating tragedies? - 9. How can individuals use music as a personal form of commemoration? - 10. Is there ongoing research on the therapeutic effects of music during times of tragedy? - VIII. Conclusion: The Enduring Influence of Music in Remembrance and Healing I. Introduction: The Power of Music in Commemorating Tragedies and Loss Music has always played a significant role in human culture, serving as a powerful tool for expressing em In times of tragedy or loss, words often fail to capture the depth of our emotions or convey our thoughts adequately. It is during these moments that music steps in as a universal language that speaks directly to our hearts. Whether we are grieving the loss of a loved one or collectively mourning a national tragedy, music provides solace and comfort when words alone cannot suffice. The Healing Power of Melody One way in which music helps us cope with tragedies is through its healing power. Certain melodies have an uncanny ability to evoke strong emotional responses within us. They can transport us back to specific memories or touch on raw emotions hidden deep within our souls. Listening to music allows us to feel connected with others who may be experiencing similar pain or grief. It creates a sense of unity among individuals going through similar situations by reminding them that they are not alone in their suffering. Musical Tributes: Honoring Lives Lost In the aftermath of tragic events such as natural disasters or acts of violence, communities often come together through musical tributes as an act of remembrance and solidarity. These tributes serve as powerful memorials honoring those who lost their lives. Songs written specifically about these events become anthems that represent resilience and hope amidst adversity while paying tribute to the victims. They serve as a reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the power of unity. Music as a Catalyst for Change In addition to providing solace and honoring lives, music has also been a catalyst for social change throughout history. It has served as an outlet for expressing collective outrage, calling for justice, and demanding societal transformation. Songs such as “Blowin’ in the Wind” by Bob Dylan or “Strange Fruit” by Billie Holiday have become symbols of protest against injustice and discrimination. These powerful melodies not only raise awareness but also inspire individuals to take action and work towards creating a more just society. II. Understanding the Emotional Impact of Music Music has a unique ability to evoke powerful emotions and connect with people on a deeply personal level. Whether it’s happy, sad, or somewhere in between, music has the power to touch our souls and bring about a range of emotional responses. The Power of Melody and Rhythm One of the key reasons why music can have such a profound emotional impact is due to its use of melody and rhythm. Melody creates an easily recognizable pattern that our brains latch onto, triggering em The Influence of Lyrics While instrumental pieces can also elicit strong emotions without any words at all, lyrics play an important role in enhancing these emotional connections. The combination of meaningful lyrics with captivating melodies allows listeners to relate their own experiences and emotions to the song’s message. Musical Associations and Memories Music has an uncanny ability to transport us back in time by evoking memories associated with specific songs or genres. These musical associations can be particularly powerful when commemorating tragedies or loss as they provide comfort or help us process feelings related to those events. The Role of Tempo and Dynamics The tempo (speed) and dynamics (volume variations) within a piece can significantly impact our emotional response. Upbeat tempos often evoke feelings of happiness or excitement while slower tempos tend to elicit more introspective or melancholic emotions. Similarly, dramatic changes in volume create tension or release within a song. Overall, understanding how music impacts our emotions is crucial when commemorating tragedies or loss through this art form. By harnessing its ability to convey empathy, evoke memories, and create emotional connections, music becomes a powerful tool in helping individuals cope with difficult emotions. Whether it’s through melody, lyrics, tempo or dynamics, music has the potential to provide solace and healing during times of grief and remembrance. III. Music as a Form of Healing and Comfort In times of tragedy and loss, music has the power to provide solace, healing, and comfort. It serves as an emotional outlet for individuals experiencing grief, allowing them to express their feelings in a way that words alone cannot capture. Whether it’s through listening or creating music, this art form has proven to be a therapeutic tool that can help people navigate the complex emotions associated with tragic events. The Power of Melody and Lyrics Music possesses a unique ability to evoke deep emotions within us. The melody itself can have a soothing effect on our minds, easing anxiety and promoting relaxation. When combined with meaningful lyrics, it creates an even more profound impact by resonating with our personal experiences and offering validation for our emotions. During times of tragedy or loss, songs that address themes such as resilience, hope, or the human capacity for overcoming adversity can become anthems of strength for those affected. These songs serve as reminders that they are not alone in their pain and that there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Musical Therapy: A Pathway to Healing Musical therapy is a professional practice wherein trained therapists use music interventions to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals who have experienced trauma or loss. This form of therapy harnesses the healing power of music by incorporating it into structured sessions tailored specifically for each person’s unique circumstances. Through activities such as playing instruments or singing along with familiar tunes under the guidance of a professional therapist, individuals can find relief from their grief-related symptoms like depression or anxiety. Music becomes an avenue through which they can explore their emotions in a safe environment while also developing coping mechanisms. The Communal Aspect: Coming Together Through Music In times of tragedy, music has the remarkable ability to bring people together, creating a sense of unity and support within communities. Whether it’s through memorial concerts or benefit events, music provides a shared experience that allows individuals to connect with one another and find solace in their collective strength. Moreover, the act of creating music collectively can serve as a powerful tool for healing. Choirs or bands formed by survivors or those affected by tragedy often serve as symbols of resilience and hope. By joining voices or playing instruments together, these groups not only find comfort but also inspire others to find strength in the face of adversity. Music: A Universal Language One of the most remarkable aspects of music is its ability to transcend language barriers. Regardless of cultural background or native tongue, melodies have an innate capacity to communicate emotions universally. In times when words fail us, music steps in as a bridge that connects individuals from all walks of life. This universal language allows people impacted by tragedies around the world to relate to one another through shared musical experiences. It fosters empathy and understanding among diverse communities who may be separated geographically but united in their grief. IV. The Role of Music in Collective Mourning Mourning is a deeply personal and emotional experience that often transcends language and words. In times of collective tragedy and loss, music has proven to be a powerful tool for expressing grief, providing solace, and fostering unity among individuals who share in the sorrow. It serves as a universal language that can touch hearts, evoke memories, and offer comfort during the most challenging times. 1. Healing Through Melodies Music has an innate ability to convey emotions that may be difficult to express verbally. It taps into our deepest feelings and allows us to release pent-up emotions through its melodies, harmonies, and rhythms. When communities come together to mourn collectively, music becomes a medium through which they can process their grief collectively. 2. Connecting on an Emotional Level In moments of tragedy or loss, people often feel isolated in their pain. However, when music is introduced into the equation, it creates an emotional connection between individuals who may have never met before but are united by shared experiences of suffering or loss. 3. Commemorating Lives Lost Through carefully selected songs or compositions that reflect the spirit of those who have passed away or commemorate significant events surrounding a tragedy, music helps honor the lives lost while providing solace to those left behind. 4. Providing Support and Comfort The power of communal mourning with music lies not only in its ability to bring people together but also in its capacity to provide support and comfort during difficult times. Whether it’s singing hymns at memorial services or attending concerts dedicated to victims of tragedies, these musical gatherings create spaces where individuals can find solace while being surrounded by others who understand their pain. 5. Fostering Resilience and Hope Music has a unique way of uplifting spirits and instilling hope, even in the darkest of times. By channeling collective grief into songs that embody resilience, strength, and unity, music helps communities heal while inspiring them to move forward with renewed determination. In conclusion, music plays a vital role in collective mourning by providing an outlet for emotions, creating connections among individuals, commemorating lives lost, offering support and comfort to those affected by tragedy or loss, and fostering resilience and hope within communities. Its universal language transcends barriers and allows people from all walks of life to find solace in shared sorrow. V. Exploring Different Musical Genres in Commemoration When it comes to commemorating tragedies and loss through music, different genres offer unique perspectives and emotional connections that resonate with diverse audiences. From somber ballads to powerful anthems, each genre has the ability to capture the essence of human emotions during times of remembrance. Let’s delve into some popular musical genres that have been used effectively in commemorative contexts. The Healing Power of Classical Music Classical music has long been recognized for its ability to evoke deep emotions and provide solace during difficult times. The intricate compositions, delicate melodies, and rich harmonies create a sense of tranquility that can be immensely comforting for individuals mourning a loss or reflecting on tragic events. Folk Music: Telling Stories Through Melodies Folk music has an innate quality of storytelling embedded within its melodies. It often captures historical events or personal narratives related to tragedy and loss, giving voice to those affected by such circumstances. With its simplicity and authenticity, folk music connects listeners with shared experiences and fosters a sense of community in commemoration. Rock Music: Channeling Anger into Empowerment In times when anger and frustration arise from tragic events or losses suffered collectively, rock music offers an outlet for these intense emotions. With its energetic rhythms, passionate vocals, and reb Gospel Music: Finding Hope Amidst Despair Gospel music carries a profound spiritual essence that can uplift hearts even in the darkest moments. Rooted in faith-based traditions, gospel songs celebrate resilience while finding hope amidst despair. The soul-stirring melodies combined with powerful vocal performances create a sense of unity and encouragement, reminding individuals that there is always World Music: Embracing Cultural Diversity In a globalized world, music has become a universal language that transcends borders and connects people from different cultural backgrounds. World music, with its diverse rhythms, instruments, and vocal styles, offers a unique way to commemorate tragedies by highlighting the interconnectedness of humanity. Through world music, we celebrate diversity while acknowledging our shared experiences in times of loss. Music has an extraordinary ability to touch our souls and bring us together in times of commemoration. Whether it’s the timeless elegance of classical compositions or the raw energy of rock anthems, each genre contributes to honoring those affected by tragedies or losses in their own distinctive way. By exploring these different musical genres in commemoration, we can find solace, healing, empowerment, hope, and unity amidst adversity. VI. Case Studies: Successful Instances of Music Commemoration In this section, we will explore some remarkable case studies that demonstrate the power of music in commemorating tragedies and loss. These examples showcase how music has been utilized to heal, inspire, and bring communities together during challenging times. The Healing Power of Music: The Concert for New York City Following the devastating terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001, The Concert for New York City was organized to honor the victims and support their families. This star-studded event brought together renowned musicians such as Paul McCartney, Billy Joel, and Bruce Springsteen who performed heartfelt songs that resonated with the audience. The concert served as a powerful healing mechanism for both the performers and attendees alike. Songs That Unite Nations: Live Aid In 1985, Live Aid became one of history’s most iconic music events. Organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia, this global concert featured simultaneous performances held in London and Philadelphia. Artists like Queen, U2, David Bowie, and Madonna delivered awe-inspiring performances that not only generated substantial donations but also united Musical Tribute to Tragedy: “The Rising” by Bruce Springsteen “The Rising,” an album released by Bruce Springsteen in 2002 after the September 11th attacks profoundly captured America’s resilience and collective spirit during difficult times. The title track itself serves as a poignant tribute to those affected by tragedy while offering hope for a brighter future. Through his lyrics and soulful delivery, Springsteen created an enduring anthem that continues to resonate with listeners today. Celebrating Resilience: The London Olympics Opening Ceremony The 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony showcased the power of music to celebrate resilience in the face of adversity. Directed by Danny Boyle, this grand event featured a diverse range of music, including iconic British songs and performances by renowned artists such as Sir Paul McCartney. The ceremony served as a platform to commemorate past tragedies while emphasizing the strength and unity of nations coming together for a shared purpose. Musical Healing After Natural Disasters: Tohoku Youth Orchestra After the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan in 2011, the Tohoku Youth Orchestra was formed to provide healing through music. Comprised of young musicians affected by the disaster, this orchestra performed uplifting concerts across affected areas, bringing solace and hope to communities grappling with immense loss. Their performances acted as a source of inspiration and symbolized the resilience inherent within individuals even during times of great tragedy. These case studies exemplify how music has been utilized successfully in commemorating tragedies and loss. Whether it’s through large-scale concerts or individual musical tributes, artists have harnessed music’s emotional impact to heal wounds, unite communities, and foster resilience in times of adversity. VII. Frequently Asked Questions 1. Why is music often used to commemorate tragedies and loss? Music has a unique ability to evoke emotions and connect people on a deep level. In times of tragedy, music can provide solace, healing, and a sense of unity among those affected. It allows individuals to express their grief, find comfort, and share their experiences with others. 2. What role does music play in the grieving process? Music can serve as an outlet for emotions during the grieving process. It helps individuals navigate through their feelings of sadness, anger, or confusion by providing a cathartic experience. Listening to or creating music can also help individuals find moments of peace and reflection amidst their pain. 3. How does music aid in healing after a tragedy? The power of music lies in its ability to bring people together and create a sense of community during difficult times. When communities come together through shared musical experiences such as memorial concerts or tribute performances, it fosters support networks that aid in the healing process for both individuals and communities affected by tragedy. 4. Are there specific genres or types of music commonly associated with commemorating tragedies? No single genre or type of music is exclusively associated with commemorating tragedies or loss. Different cultures and communities may have their own musical traditions that they turn to during these times; however, the choice varies widely depending on personal preferences and cultural backgrounds. 5. How does live performance enhance the commemoration experience? A live performance adds an extra layer of emotional intensity to commemorative events related to tragedies or loss compared to recorded songs alone. The presence of musicians performing in real-time creates an immediate connection between performers and audience members, allowing for a shared experience that can be incredibly powerful and moving. 6. Can music help individuals find hope and resilience after a tragedy? Absolutely. Music has the ability to inspire hope, strengthen resilience, and encourage individuals to move forward even in the face of adversity. It can serve as a reminder of the human spirit’s capacity for healing, growth, and transformation. 7. How does music contribute to collective memory of tragedies? Music has a remarkable ability to capture moments in time and become deeply intertwined with collective memory. Songs written or performed during times of tragedy often become symbolic representations of those events, serving as reminders of what occurred while also offering comfort and support for future generations. 8. Are there any notable examples where music played a significant role in commemorating tragedies? Yes, numerous examples illustrate how music has played an integral part in commemorating tragedies throughout history. One such example is the song “Imagine” by John Lennon which became an anthem for peace following his tragic death. Another example is “We Are the World,” an influential charity single released in response to famine-stricken Africa in the 1980s. 9. How can individuals use music as a personal form of commemoration? Individuals can use music as a personal form of commemoration by creating playlists or dedicating songs that hold special meaning for them or their loved ones who have experienced loss or tragedy. Music becomes their personal soundtrack that helps them process emotions, remember cherished memories, and honor those they have lost. 10. Is there ongoing research on the therapeutic effects of music during times of tragedy? Absolutely! The field known as “music therapy” explores how intentional use of music by trained professionals can enhance emotional, physical, and mental well-being. Ongoing research continually uncovers the benefits of music in various therapeutic contexts, including its role in helping individuals cope with grief VIII. Conclusion: The Enduring Influence of Music in Remembrance and Healing ## VIII. Conclusion: The Enduring Influence of Music in Remembrance and Healing Music has a profound impact on our emotions, memories, and overall well-being. Throughout history, it has played an essential role in commemorating tragedies and facilitating the healing process for individuals and communities. The enduring influence of music in remembrance and healing cannot be overstated. Firstly, music serves as a universal language that transcends cultural barriers. Regardless of our background or native tongue, we can all connect to the power of melody and rhythm. In times of tragedy or loss, music becomes a unifying force that brings people together, allowing them to express their grief collectively. Furthermore, music has the ability to evoke deep emotions within us. Whether it’s through somber melodies that resonate with our sorrow or uplifting tunes that ignite feelings of hope and resilience, music helps us process complex emotions associated with tragedy. It provides solace during difficult times by offering an outlet for emotional release. In addition to its emotional impact, music also holds the power to trigger memories. Certain songs have the ability to transport us back in time, reminding us of specific moments or individuals who have left a profound mark on our lives. When commemorating tragedies or honoring those we have lost, incorporating meaningful songs can help preserve their memory and create lasting connections between past events and present experiences. Moreover, music therapy has emerged as a valuable tool for healing both physical and psychological wounds caused by trauma. Scientific studies have shown that listening to or actively participating in musical activities can reduce stress levels, alleviate pain symptoms, improve cognitive function,and enhance overall well-being.This therapeutic approach harnesses the innate power of sound vibrations to promote relaxation,reduced anxiety,and improved mood.Hence,music therapy is increasingly being integrated into various healthcare settings as part support services for trauma survivors. In conclusion,the role of music in commemorating tragediesand promoting healing should not be underestimated.Its universal appeal,capacity to evoke emotions,ability to trigger memories,and effectiveness as a therapeutic tool make it an invaluable asset in times of distress. Whether through communal gatherings, personal reflection, or professional intervention, music continues to offer solace and strength as we navigate the complex journey of remembrance and healing. Briana Sampson is an enthusiastic, passionate music lover, with a degree in Music from the University of Southern California. She has been a great fan of musical genres, from classic rock to jazz. She is known for her singing talent and her beautiful compositions. Briana has been actively involved in the music community for over 5 years, providing leadership and creative advice to numerous groups while performing in a variety of musical projects. She is also well-versed in musical terminology and technology, constantly striving to stay ahead of the curve. Briana is a creative thinker who has a strong interest in the promotion of the use of music in more creative ways both in the home and in the workplace. She is always eager to learn, explore, and develop new musical projects.

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Kindergarten social skills lessons 8 Skills for Kindergarten Success Kindergarten is a big transition for kids! The expectations are new, and some of the social interactions are new, especially for students who didn’t attend pre-Kindergarten programs. We want kids to share, take turns, make transitions, and so much more (all while learning new academic concepts as well). To help kids make the transition, we practice these 8 Kindergarten social skills that contribute to school and social success! 1 – Sharing This Kindergarten social skill probably seems like a given, but it’s so important for Kindergarten success! Students spend a lot of time in free play with their peers and working alongside one another. Sharing toys and sharing materials is a must. Click here to read more about a sharing activity I do in my social skills group. 2 – Taking Turns Taking turns goes hand in hand with sharing, but there’s a distinct difference that many incoming Kindergarteners don’t know just yet. When we’re sharing, we have common materials that are available to everyone at the same time. For example, students might be sharing a box of Legos while they all build independently or together. When we’re taking turns, one person is using an item or items while another person waits. For example, students might take turns using the swing. Or they might take turns reading a particular book. This is when students might need specific instruction on waiting strategies while they wait for their turn! 3 – Accepting No Newsflash: sometimes kids will hear no, especially at school. Sometimes, they might ask for a turn with something and someone might say no. Or they may want to do something in the classroom and hear a no from a teacher. Accepting no is another important Kindergarten social skill! We can teach kids calming strategies to use in the moment when they experience disappointment, frustration, or anger over a no answer. 4 – Listening & Following Directions Listening and following directions are huge skills for not just Kindergarten success, but school success as a whole – and we end up teaching this way beyond Kindergarten sometimes! First, we teach kids what listening actually looks and feels like in their bodies. Eyes on the speaker, body still, mouth closed, hands empty, and ears ready to listen. Our bodies feel calm, open, and in anticipation! Of course, listening has to come before following directions! And lots of directions will be coming to them. Some of our students may need a little extra instruction & practice following one-, two- and multi-step directions that they will undoubtedly receive in the classroom. 5 – Following Rules Following rules probably also seems like a given, but this doesn’t just apply to school rules. Kids will have the freedom to play with one another during recess. Following game and social rules will be a learning experience for many Kindergarteners, and they may need explicit instruction in social rules. We practice this by playing games, changing rules to familiar games, and talking about how we feel when others don’t follow the rules. 6 – Stating Needs Need some personal space? Ask for it with words. Need help? Let an adult know. That phrase “use your words,” comes up a lot in Kindergarten, but sometimes our newest students need explicit instruction in this because they don’t have the words yet. Practicing asking for a break, some space, or help is big for Kindergarten success! 7 – Transitioning Activities It’s hard to stop doing something we enjoy and move on to something else – even for some adults! We can help students tune in to transition signals like teacher reminders, visual calendars, and timers so that they aren’t surprised by transitions. And when it is hard to move on, we can use some of those calming strategies we use to deal with no responses too. 8 – Being Flexible Not getting what we want is hard. But being able to accept alternatives, roll with changes, and accept mistakes are all important Kindergarten social skills! Setting up an accepting and safe classroom environment where upcoming changes are communicated and mistakes are welcomed is key! What other Kindergarten social skills do you focus on during the first semester? What are your favorite games to teach these skills? Get my Kindergarten Social Skills Curriculum here. Social Skills Activities For Kindergarteners By Ashley Wehrli Share Tweet Share Share Share Email Social skills help kids socialize and interact with others in a respectful way.two young girls playing together When a child is ready for kindergarten, it is a big adjustment for both the child and the mom. It is a whole new world, and they are about to start their journey into school and learning, and while this can be overwhelming, it is important. It may seem like children go into school with little knowledge, but they do have some skills that they have developed naturally, or learned at home, but there is nothing wrong with wanting to improve on them. School is also about a lot more than just academic learning; children learn crucial social skills while they are in school. According to APA, when children are entering kindergarten, they have the basis of their social skills, and they are starting to understand the emotions of others and can likely tell when someone is happy, mad or sad. They are also exploring how to express themselves in a social setting, and they will start to develop their first experience with true friendships. If mom wants to build on the foundation of social skills her kindergartner has already made, she can do so with these 7 activities that are fun and engaging. RELATED: Do Video Games Actually Help Kids With Social Skills? 7/7 Staring ContestA Child Looking Off In The Distance Staring contests are something that we have all done once or twice as a fun game, but it can help children develop their social skills. According to Positive Action, children can struggle with maintaining eye contact, and a staring contest can help children learn this communication skill. If they still have a problem, mom can place a sticker on her forehead, and have them look at the sticker while they talk to each other. 6/7 “Roll The Ball”A Small Child Holding A Ball Children at this age are just learning how to play together, and this is something that needs to be fostered because it plays a large role in social skills. Sitting across from someone and rolling a ball back and forth, even if it starts in silence, is a great way to show a child how to play with someone else. As the game goes on, conversations can evolve. 5/7 Emotion CharadesEggs With Different Emotions On Them Everyone loves a good game of charades, and emotion charades can be a great way to teach social skills to kindergarten-aged children. The whole family can join in and pick an emotion out of a hat, and then they have to act it out for everyone else to guess. This is simple, and something that every child can do. 4/7 Mimic MeA Child Copying What Mom Is Doing Speaking on emotions, a fun activity could be to mimic, or copy, the emotions that someone else is doing with their face. This can be done anywhere, and it is a great way to help teach them how to recognize emotions, which will help them when they are having real conversations. They will be better at reading the other person and determine how they are feeling. 3/7 StorytellingA Child Reading A Book A large part of social skills is communicating with another person, and storytelling can be a great way to practice this. According to Friendship Circle, if you want to get your child used to having conversations with other people, do some improve storytelling. You can do this with your child, or involve other members of the family. You start off the story, and then stop and your child has to pick up where you left. It goes on until the story comes to a natural end. 2/7 Topic GameA Group Of Kids In A Circle When a conversation happens, there is usually a topic that is being talked about and the topic game can be a great way to introduce your child to this concept. You can either sit with your child, or have a group of people sitting in a circle and you are going to go through the alphabet and everyone has to think of something that starts with the letter they have landed on. For A, someone can say alligator, and then it goes to B for balloon and so forth. 1/7 Simon SaysKid With Arms Up Playing Simon Says Simon Says seems like a simple and classic childhood game, but it is teaching a lot about listening and social skills. When a child plays simon says, they have to listen very closely to what is being said to them, and this is a skill they will need when trying to communicate with friends. They also need to take charge and communicate effectively when it is their turn to call out the moves. A lot of classic childhood games teach our children much more than we think, and any game that involves listening and giving instructions is a great way to introduce the concept of conversing with others. Sources: APA, Positive Action, Friendship Circle Social skills of preschoolers - the development of social skills in children The development of social skills is a necessary point of education. A child with a high degree of socialization will quickly get used to kindergarten, school, any new team; in the future will easily find a job. Social skills have a positive effect on interpersonal relationships - friendship, the ability to cooperate. Let's figure out what social skills are. What are social skills and why develop them? Social skills - a group of skills, abilities that are formed during the interaction of a person with society and affect the quality of communication with people. Man is a social being: all our talents and aspirations are realized thanks to other members of the group. Others evaluate our actions, approve or condemn our behavior. It is difficult to reach the pinnacle of self-actualization alone. That is why social skills are important. They should be developed from early childhood and honed throughout life. Social skills are a reflection of the child's emotional intelligence, to which educators and teachers assign an important role in the process of personality development. Without this group of skills, a smart child will not be able to apply the acquired knowledge in practice: it is not enough to create something outstanding, you need to be able to correctly convey thoughts to the public. Sometimes people mistakenly believe that social skills relate exclusively to the topic of communication, communication. In fact, skills include many multidirectional aspects: an adequate perception of one's own individuality, the ability to empathize, work in a team, etc. Why do we need social skills? - Regulate the area of interpersonal relationships: the child easily makes new friends, finds like-minded people. - Minimize psychological stress: children with developed social skills quickly adapt, do not feel sad due to changes in external circumstances. - They form an adequate self-esteem from childhood, which positively affects life achievements and development in adulthood. - Social skills cannot be separated from building a successful career: the best specialists must not only understand the profession, but also have high emotional intelligence. Development of social skills in a child Social skills need to be developed from preschool age, but older children and even teenagers may well learn to interact with the world. It is recommended to pay attention to areas of life that bring discomfort to the child, significantly complicate everyday life. - Friends, interesting interlocutors: the kid does not know how to join the team, he prefers to sit in the corner while the others play. - Verbal difficulties. The child does not understand the rules of conversation, is poorly versed in the formulas of etiquette (when you need to say hello, say goodbye, offer help). - Problems with the non-verbal side of communication. Such a baby does not recognize the shades of emotions, it is difficult to understand how others relate to him. Cannot "read" faces and gestures. - Does not know the measure in expressing a point of view: too passive or, conversely, aggressive. - The child bullies classmates (participates in bullying) or is a victim. In case of severe moral trauma, one should consult a psychologist: for example, school bullying is a complex problem that children are not able to cope with on their own. The involvement of parents and teachers is required. In other cases, family members may well be able to help the child develop social skills. What are the general recommendations? 1. Be patient Don't push your child to get the job done. Let them take the initiative: for example, do not rush to help during school gatherings, let the baby work on the problem on his own. The same goes for lessons and other activities. 2. Support undertakings Children's dreams seem trifling to adults, but the initiative turns into a habit over the years and helps to discover new projects, meet people, and experiment. 3. Criticize the right way When making negative comments, remember the golden rule of criticism: analyze the work, highlighting both positive and negative sides in a polite way. Commenting on the specific actions of the child, and not his personality or appearance - this will lead to problems with self-esteem. 4. The right to choose It is important for children to feel that their voice is taken into account and influences the course of events. Invite your child to personally choose clothes, books, cartoons. Ask about ideas, plans: “We are going to have a rest together at the weekend. What are your suggestions? 5. Personal space Make sure that the baby has a place where he can be alone and take a break from talking. Personal things should not be touched: rearrange without prior discussion, read correspondence with friends, check pockets, etc. Children, noticing the respectful attitude of adults, quickly begin to pay in the same coin; the atmosphere in the family becomes warm and trusting. What social skills should be developed in a child? Let's dwell on the main qualities and skills, the development of which is worth paying attention to. 1. The ability to ask, accept and provide help Without the ability to ask for help, the child will deprive himself of valuable advice; the lack of the ability to accept help will lead to losses, and the inability to provide help will make the baby self-centered. - Let the child help those in need: for example, a lagging classmate. - Explain to your child that getting help from friends and teachers is not a shame. - Show by personal example that mutual help enriches experience: tell how you exchange advice with colleagues, friends. 2. The ability to conduct a conversation and get the right information Being a good conversationalist is difficult, but the skill is honed over time and brings a lot of benefits. - Prompt your child for dialogue development options: for example, you can start a conversation with a relevant question, a request for help. - Do not leave the child in the role of a silent listener: when discussing pressing issues at home, ask the opinion of the baby. - Support children's public speaking: presentations at school, performances, funny stories surrounded by loved ones will add confidence. Empathy is the ability to recognize the emotions of others, put yourself in the place of another person, empathize. This ability will make the child humane, prudent. How can it be developed? - Start by recognizing the child's feelings - it is useless to listen to people if the person does not feel personal experiences. Ask your baby: “How do you feel after a quarrel with friends?”, “Do you want to relax today?” - After conflicts with classmates, ask your child how the children with whom the quarrel may feel now. - While watching cartoons, reading books, pay your child's attention to the emotional state of the characters. 4. Ability to work in a team Many children can easily cope with tasks alone, but this is not a reason to refuse to work in a team. It gives the opportunity to exchange ideas and experience, delegate tasks, achieve goals faster and more efficiently. - If the child does not communicate with members of the team, try to introduce him to another social group: for example, the lack of communication with classmates can be compensated by a circle of interests, where the child will feel calmer. - Make the family a friendly team in which the child has his own "duties": for example, do housework, remind parents of upcoming events. Any activity related to the well-being of other family members will do. 5. Respect for personal boundaries The absence of an obsessive desire to interfere in other people's lives is a valuable skill that helps to win people's sympathy. - Respect the child's personal boundaries: do not enter the nursery unannounced, do not rummage through personal belongings and correspondence, if the matter does not concern the life and safety of the baby. - If the child violates other people's boundaries (takes toys without permission, asks uncomfortable questions), talk about it in private. 6. Ability to overcome conflict situations It is difficult to imagine our life without conflicts. The task of the child is to learn how to culturally enter into a discussion, defend his point of view, and not be led by the provocations of his interlocutors. - Discuss problems that arise calmly, without raising your voice. Do not put pressure on the child with parental authority unnecessarily: the child is a separate person who has the right to an opinion. - Do not judge people for views that differ from those of your family but do not affect your well-being. Show your child that the world is very different. - You can demonstrate to children the basics of a civilized dispute, explain what arguments are, etc. It is advisable to teach this child in kindergarten. Stable and adequate self-esteem is a quality that not all adults possess. It is formed under the influence of many factors: relationships between parents, the role of the child in the family circle, the characteristics of the environment that surrounded the child in early childhood. It is important that the child does not grow up to be either a narcissistic narcissist with fragile self-esteem, or an overly shy person. How can you help your child find balance? - Praise your child for personal progress: to receive a compliment from parents, it is not necessary to win prizes in school competitions. The zeal of the baby, the interest shown and the stamina also deserve praise. - Explain, remind the children that initially they are worthy of respect and love, like all people around. Social skills will help in many areas of life: in studies, hobbies, friendships, building a reputation in a team. The main thing is to encourage and support children at all stages. Emotional intelligence for children We introduce children to the types of emotions, how to manage them and how to show themselves in teamwork, through situational games Formation of social skills of children of senior preschool age in social and personal development in preschool For a number of years we have been living in a situation of reforming the domestic formation, which occurs rather chaotically, since it is difficult to distinguish it fundamental idea. For many years, preschool education in Russia has been focused on ensuring the cognitive development of children. Development at the same time identified with the formation of knowledge, skills and abilities, which led to its explicit simplification (simplification). However, the very purpose of preschool age is not so much in the acquisition of knowledge by the child, but in the formation of the basic properties of his personality: self-esteem and the image of "I", emotional needs sphere, moral values, meanings and attitudes, and also socio-psychological characteristics in the system of relations with others people. The modern picture of childhood has also undergone various changes over the last two decades: there has been a noticeable change in toys, children's play, psychological and physical status of the child; a new children's literature and “dense” information space. There have been changes in the social environment of the child, which today consists mainly of adults: small families and the absence of yard children's communities leads to a failure in the transfer from one child to another of the components of the children's subculture. Important also the ever-accelerating pace of life for both children and parents. Here are the main characteristics of the new conditions of childhood. Unfortunately, early childhood education professionals and often parents are not fully aware of the scale of change, are at a loss or in denial the right to the existence of new phenomena of childhood. Teachers of preschool institutions are not yet fully aware of the importance of successful socialization of children to preserve their mental and social health. Although adults are increasingly concerned about such problems of socialization of children as non-constructive behavior, problems of their communication with adults and with each other. There are various opportunities for the child's socialization: media, family, children's garden. The family today is losing its potential, losing culture in maintaining the game, communication with peers and so on. The system of preschool education is an institution that responds to the challenge of destroying the socio-cultural situation of development child, holding game forms of activity, which are very important for his development. Therefore, a modern preschool educational institution should become a place where the child will have the opportunity of a wide socio-practical independent contact with the most significant and close ones for its development areas of life. Accumulation by a child under the guidance of an adult of valuable social experience and the development of his social skills is the way that contributes, firstly, revealing the age potential of a preschooler and, secondly, the successful entry into adulthood. The modern world is so arranged that one of the conditions for success is the ability to work productively in a team, to find ways interaction and understanding with people. From which it follows that the age potential cannot be realized in the absence of social maturity (competence) of the child at a certain stage of his development. In its most general form, social competence can be represented as understanding of the relations I” - “society, the ability to choose the right social guidelines and organize your activities in accordance with these guidelines or as social skills that allow a person to adequately fulfill the norms and rules of life in society. And our task is to correctly and skillfully help him acquire social competence, the essence of which is the formation of social skills . But there is a contradiction between the social need to form social competence in a child, starting from early childhood and insufficient development of organizational, content and methodological aspects successful solution of this issue in preschool institutions, which led to search for ways to solve the problem under study within the framework of the project. Essence of the project was to identify pedagogical means and forms of organization of activities preschool educational institution for the formation of social child competence - preschooler. It is appropriate to quote here the words of the director of the Federal Development Institute education, head of the working group on the development of new standards Alexandra Asmolova: “What should kindergarten give first of all? Allow normal culturally appropriate and knowledge-intensive organization of the process of socialization of the child on different stages of preschool age. At the stage of preschool childhood, the effectiveness of social and personal development during largely determined by the formation of preschool children's social skills that enable them to succeed in children's daily activities and gain recognition in the community of peers. That is why the subject of special the concern of preschool teachers is the organization of the educational process, providing for the mastery of preschool children with elementary social skills through a variety of play activities, contributing to the development in preschoolers of the value qualities of the personality and focused on establishing harmonious relationships between peers. The theme of the project is “Formation of social skills of preschool children in the process of social and personal development in a preschool educational institution” fully reflects current trends in the modern system of preschool education and orients teachers to develop new content and implement it in educational activity for preschool children game activity resources as optimal conditions for effective social and personal development of preschoolers. Theoretical substantiation of the project “Formation of children's social skills senior preschool age in the process of social and personal development”. Social skills is a broad concept that is usually covers any skill or behavior that affects other people or influencing other people. Considering social skills such a point of view, it becomes clear how great a value can to have their inferior development. Already at the stage of preschool age, children begin to realize that “it is good and what is bad. Children understand that society has rules and regulations regulating the behavior of others. Gradually they develop the ability observe simple rules and regulations and demonstrate mastery of elementary social skills in specific children's activities, such as through adults as well as on their own. Organization of the educational process the formation of social skills in children is carried out successfully if the resources of children's activities available to the age of preschoolers are used, and, primarily gaming . It is well known that the game is the leading activity of the child preschool age. It is in the process of playing activity that preschoolers gain initial experience in performing elementary game actions accepting and fulfilling a socially oriented game role, demonstrate developed social skills. As elementary social skills of preschool children, we viewed: - the skill of establishing contacts with peers and the ability to maintain them; - the ability to take part in collective affairs, to accept and provide assistance; - the ability to coordinate and coordinate their actions and opinions with the actions and opinions of peers. - the ability to negotiate with peers in a conflict situation. The role of play in the formation of social skills in preschool children. The socio-cultural situation reflected in the game creates favorable conditions for the formation of elementary social skills in preschool children defining a common goal, planning a sequence of actions, selecting the necessary means and the choice of ways to achieve the result. Thanks to gaming situations that arise in the game, the child gradually under favorable conditions skills of obedience to game settings and rules are formed, he is accustomed understand and accept the opinions and actions of other participants in the game, show them skills of benevolent and tolerant behavior. Children gradually begin demonstrate elements and models of social behavior in the game, jointly experience various emotional states, learn to achieve a common result, evaluate yourself and others. Conditions for the development of cooperation between children are created in various ways children's activity, but the priority of play activity is unconditional, because a variety of game content, the integration of various activities in the game, bright the manifestation of emotions by children allows them to successfully accumulate the experience of cooperation. The nature of the game situation puts the child in a position that requires high the level of formation of his social skills in the choice of methods and forms interaction, coordination of goals, joint planning, distribution roles, achieving a common result. II. Practical part. The aim of the project was to create socio-pedagogical, psychological conditions for the formation of social skills in children of senior preschool age in the process of playing activities. An important condition for the formation of social skills of older preschoolers we saw the development of social partnership between teachers and parents in social and personal direction of work, as well as the integration of the activities of all kindergarten professionals and educators. This is explained by The effectiveness of the acquisition of skills by children depends on the possibility of their transfer to everyday life. The project was designed to help children through the difficult process of getting into the world of people, to develop the ability to adequately navigate in the social environment, realize the inherent value of one's own personality and other people. The objectives of the project were: 1. Study and analysis of scientific and methodological literature on the subject of the project. 2. Creation of socio-pedagogical conditions for social development preschoolers. 3. Development of social and personal skills in gaming activities. 4. Interaction with adults on the topic of the project. 2.2. Stages of the project 1. Organizational (May - August 2012). 2. Main - (September - April 2012-2013). 3. Final - (May 2013). 2.3. The content of the project 1. Creation of socio-pedagogical, psychological conditions for the formation of social skills in children of senior preschool age in the process social and personal development. 2. Development of a system of classes for the social and personal development of preschoolers. 3. Selection of psychological games, exercises for children in this area work. 4. Organization of preliminary work with parents and educators. 5. Diagnosis of social skills using the methodology of Dybina O.V., Anfisova S.E., Kuzina A.Yu., presented in the manual “Pedagogical diagnostics competencies of preschoolers” (specifically used the method of diagnosing social and personal competence). Purpose: the process of forming social and personal skills through - conducting game trainings with children of the senior group according to the programs: S. Kryukova “Let's live together!” and Kryukova S.V., Slobodyanik N.P. “I am surprised, angry, afraid, boasting and rejoicing.” - Psychological games and exercises for the development of social skills. - Consultations for teachers on the topic: “Diagnostics of the formation personal qualities of a preschooler”. - Conducting the training “Methods of resolving children's conflicts”. Tasks of the main stage. - The ability to understand the emotional state of a peer, adult and tell about it. - The ability to obtain the necessary information in communication. - The ability to listen to another person, respect his opinion, interests. - Ability to conduct a simple dialogue with adults and peers. - The ability to calmly defend one's opinion. - The ability to correlate one's desires, aspirations with the interests of other people. - Ability to take part in collective affairs. - The ability to treat other people with respect. - Ability to accept and provide assistance. - The ability not to quarrel, to react calmly in conflict situations. The above tasks were implemented through play complex activity , which provides for the integration of content, forms and methods in educational process of formation in preschool children of social skills. Implementation of the educational activities of a teacher-psychologist with children in the formation of social skills in preschoolers was carried out through game trainings with children of the senior group according to the programs: S. Kryukova “Let's live together!” and Kryukova S.V., Slobodyanik N.P. “I am surprised, angry, afraid, I brag and rejoice." The following main methods were used: simulation, communication and role-playing games, psycho-gymnastics, creating problem situations with their playing out, elements of group discussion, methods of self-regulation. The method of mini-projects was also used, representing a set of actions, culminating in the creation of a creative product. Seemed appropriate associate a mini-project at preschool age with play activities, because in At this age, it is play activity that dominates, and learning takes place in the process of the game. A game situation was proposed as a “problem”, a solution which assumed research creative searches, some kind of interaction. Children needed to be included in the discussion of the project, to distribute efforts for performance, each to coordinate part of his work with the general. The children were learning use the material and equipment, observing the sequence, skill coordinate their interests with the interests of partners, support partners, yield to their desires or prove the validity of your remark. In addition, some psychotherapeutic techniques were used: emotional reaction of negative experiences, withdrawal and reduction social fears, search and playing out a way out of difficult situations. The development of social skills took place in three stages: acquisition of knowledge, trial applying this knowledge, acquiring stable skills. Work with educators was structured as follows: in the morning and evening periods of time, complexes of various didactic exercises, entertaining games, story-didactic games and story-role-playing games, walks of a social orientation, which created the conditions for a successful consolidating and improving children's initial social skills in the process of social - personal development. Entertaining game situations round dance games, ecstatic games (from the Greek “admiration”), various artistic activities, expeditions were also used in work with children. When organizing independent activities of preschoolers, teachers provide preschoolers the opportunity to demonstrate the formed social skills in the game, artistic and creative, musical and labor activity, in communication and etc. Educators in their work used the following techniques in the game : - a certain common task, game or connection of one's role with the roles of others participants (its significance for the development of the game). Cultivating the position of a partner in common activities, understanding of their responsibility to a group of participants for the quality of their work, as well as their role in obtaining the overall result. - Pre-acting by the teacher during the activity anticipated possible situations leading to disruption of the transformation process (“and if…”), with a discussion of appropriate ways of mutual regulation, corresponding social norms . - Differentiated approach to children, taking into account the degree of their activity in situations of interaction and focus on achieving a common positive result. To solve the problems raised, a number of conditions were created: - requiring interaction, joint decisions). - Systematic organization of activities that objectively require associations of participants; distributing it into a number of component operations, each of which can be evaluated; union of all partial results to the grand total. - All-round support for the activity of each child in situations interactions between partners, correction of negative manifestations, treatment attention to the importance of each participant's proposals in obtaining quality overall results. Four blocks of interactive games were used: - Block of interactive games for cohesion; - Block of interactive games for teaching effective ways of communication; - Block of interactive games reflecting the claim to social recognition; - A block of interactive games aimed at removing conflict. Consultations were organized for parents “Communicate with the child. How?" and “How to play with a child” in the club “School of a young family”, acquaintance with novelties pedagogical process, parents were invited to a common parent meeting, which emphasized the importance of the formation of social skills as conditions of social and personal readiness for school, a presentation was held programs to develop social skills in group meetings. Work on the formation of social behavioral skills in preschool children age is impossible without active cooperation with the music director, head of the art studio, physical education instructor. Mutual visits with children's garden No. 2 Iskorka, an interactive game and a joint children's activities in making work Autumn bouquet, as well as joint physical education leisure. There was also an expedition to the forest “Let's help the forest be clean!” At the end of the year, the results of the work done were summed up: 1. Children became more sociable, friendly, they learned to set and maintain contacts, avoid conflict situations. 2. Children learned to listen to each other in the classroom, became more organized, disciplined, attentive, observant. 3. Improved communication skills and abilities. 4. The number of negative emotions and conflict situations has decreased. 5. Children learned the ability to negotiate, take turns, listen to the opinion of comrades. 6. Children have become more united. The problem of the formation of social and personal skills is relevant and can be successfully be decided in the play activities of children while integrating the interaction of all kindergarten professionals. - Order of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation (Ministry of Education and Science Russia) dated October 17, 2013 N 1155 Moscow On approval of the federal state educational standard of preschool education”.. 2. “The formation of social skills in preschool children in the process social and personal development” [Text] / teaching aid under ed. N. Yu. Maidankina . - Ulyanovsk, 2012. - “Pedagogical diagnostics of competencies of preschoolers” [Text] / teaching aid, ed. O. V. Dybina - M., 2010. - “Pedagogical interaction with kindergarten” [Text] / methodological allowance ed.

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This sample TOPIC Research Paper is published for educational and informational purposes only. Free research papers are not written by our writers, they are contributed by users, so we are not responsible for the content of this free sample paper. If you want to buy a high quality research paper on history topics at affordable price please use custom research paper writing services. Unlike other cultures with a high degree of technological skill, the second–millennium BCE Indus- Sarasvati civilization in South Asia has left no evidence of monumental sculpture and architecture. Such large-scale grandeur, however, would later characterize the area—from great Buddhist stupas to the Taj Mahal. Architecture and painting embodied religious influences throughout history, especially Hindu and Islamic, and today exhibit contemporary secular expressions as well. The cultural beliefs, ideas, and practices that find visual expression in the art of South Asia—which includes the present-day nations of India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka— have had a formative influence on the rest of Asia and continue to provide important paradigms of being and becoming in modern world culture. The beginnings of South Asian sculpture may be found in the early Indus-Sarasvati civilization (present-day northwestern India and eastern Pakistan) of the second millennium BCE. The mature phase of this civilization (2500–1700 BCE) carries evidence of a high level of technical knowledge and skill but, curiously, a lack of monumental sculpture or large structures such as temples or palaces. From its ruins, archaeologists have recovered small figurines in stone or cast bronze or copper, as well as terracotta animals and female figurines, the last presumed to be cultic objects. Archaeologists have also found a large number of steatite seals with impressions of bovine unicorns, buffaloes, bulls, tigers, rhinoceros, and other composite animal figures, as well as some enigmatic human forms, surmised to have had either commercial or ritual uses (or both). Mauryan Sculpture, c. 324–c. 200 BCE Little material evidence has been found between the Indus-Sarasvati period and the imperial Mauryan remains of the third century BCE. The reasons for this absence are unclear, but perhaps attributable to the use of perishable construction materials and prohibitions against material representations or portrayals of deities and/or their alternatives. Vedic ritual culture is presumed to have established itself around 1500 BCE, followed by the contemplative esotericism of the Upanishads around 800 BCE and the birth of Buddhism and Jainism in the sixth century BCE. In 326 BCE, the incursion of Alexander of Macedon (Alexander the Great) into the northwest border of the South Asian subcontinent, as part of his conquest in 330 BCE of the extensive Persian Achaemenid Empire of Darius III, created a political vacuum that was swiftly filled by the first Mauryan king, Candragupta (reigned c. 321–297 BCE). Candragupta’s imperial ambitions were styled after Darius and Alexander, and scholars attribute his successor Asoka (reigned c. 273–232 BCE) with the Persian practice of building stone monuments, as well as with incorporating Achaemenid and Hellenistic motifs and devices in structures. In 265 BCE Asoka embraced Buddhism and proceeded to mark numerous prominent pilgrimage routes and Buddhist centers through his vast empire with tall polished stone pillars inscribed with edicts expounding the Buddhist law. Though this practice and the literary style of the inscribed proclamations are reminiscent of an Achaemenid method used to establish the law of the emperor, they also extend to an ancient indigenous Vedic tradition, the cosmic pillar. Achaemenid and Hellenistic decorative motifs, such as rosettes, palmettes, spirals, and reel-and-bead patterns appear on these pillars and on other structural remains from Asoka’s time, attesting to the cosmopolitan nature of his court and its culture. Other monuments attributed to Asoka’s patronage include Buddhist stupas (relic-mounds) and rockcut caves, both of which became important settings for sculpture for a thousand or more years. Asokan monuments were created in sandstone and finished to a high polish, a technique that was lost to South Asia after Mauryan times. A number of massive, frontal stone sculptures depicting male and female figures also remain from Mauryan times. These are representations of yakshas and yakshinis, supernatural elementals that had been popular in propitiatory worship for protection, fertility, or wealth. These beings and the gods of the Vedic pantheon became assimilated into early Buddhism and soon reappeared iconically as Buddhist threshold deities, protectors of devotees, bestowers of auspiciousness, and servants of the Buddha. Sculpture during the Shunga Dynasty, c. 185–73 BCE The Mauryan dynasty lasted for barely fifty years after the death of Asoka and was followed by the Brahminical Shunga dynasty in northern South Asia. Buddhist lay patronage, however, had developed a strong foundation, and monastic monuments continued to flourish during the second century BCE. Typical examples of the sculpture of this period are found among the remains of the stupa of Bharhut. The circular stone railing (vedika) enclosing the stupa has carved roundels on its horizontal and vertical components, often elaborated into ornate lotuses. Some of these roundels have carvings of human heads or animals at their center and some are filled in with narrative scenes from the life of the Buddha or episodes from tales of his past lives. At this stage, Buddha’s figure is never depicted; instead we see symbols such as the Bodhi tree (under which the Buddha attained enlightenment), the Wheel of the Law, or a stupa, according to narrative context. The relief carving is shallow and frontal and harks back to a tradition in wood. On the vertical entrance-posts of the vedika are chiseled large figures of yakshas and yakshinis, standing on animal or dwarf mounts. This post-Mauryan Buddhist relief tradition reached its full maturity around the first century BCE, as evidenced in the gateways (torana) of the Great Stupa at Sanchi. This stupa, at the center of a monastic complex, was established by Asoka and further enlarged during Shunga times. Around 100 BCE, during the reign of the Satavahanas, four great gateways were erected at the cardinal entrances to this stupa. The horizontal and vertical elements of these gateways carry carvings thematically similar to those at Bharhut. These carvings demonstrate much greater technical assurance, however; the narrative arrangements, particularly on the extended horizontal architraves, show a refined clarity of form, a varied mobility of posture, and a judicious use of devices to enhance sense of depth where necessary. Large and powerful figures of elephants, lions, or dwarfs are carved out deeply on the vertical pillars and seem to support the upper portions. But perhaps the most perfect realizations on these gates are the shalabhanjikas, fertility symbols in the form of voluptuous women posed seductively, the rhythmic swing of their forms clinging to fruiting tree branches. The perfect combination of ecstatic sensuousness and contemplative repose in these figures became one of the aesthetic ideals of South Asian sculpture, seeking fulfillment in different forms through history. Sculpture during the Kushan Dynasty, 78–200 CE Around the beginning of the Christian era, the Kushan dynasty, originating in the borderlands of Central Asia and China, established itself as the imperial power in northern South Asia. The most famous king of this dynasty was Kanishka (reigned 78–101 CE). Around this time the first figural depictions of the Buddha make their appearance, almost simultaneously in the northwest province of Gandhara and the Gangetic metropolis of Mathura. Reasons for this iconic appearance are unknown, but may be related to doctrinal shifts in Buddhism from the more austere Theravada Buddhism toward the devotionalism of Mahayana Buddhism. Both the Gandhara and Mathura Buddha images express a consistent iconography, though they are stylistically divergent. The Gandhara Buddha is modeled after a Greco-Roman Apollonian prototype, while the Mathura figure derives from indigenous yaksha traditions. In both cases, the Buddha is draped in monastic robes, has a halo behind his head and a whorl of hair between the eyebrows (urna), and is shown with a cranial protuberance (ushnisha) symbolizing transcendental knowledge. He is either seated in meditation or standing erect with his right hand raised in a gesture of bestowing fearlessness. Whereas predominant naturalism marks the features and costuming of the Gandhara figure, simplified rounded features, see-through draping, monumentality, and physical tension projecting power distinguish the Mathura image. Bodhisattva figures in the characteristic styles of Gandhara and Mathura also appeared at this time, wearing regal accoutrements and, in the case of named and worshipped bodhisattvas, carrying their distinctive attributes. The Kushan period also yields the earliest Brahmanical images in stone, representing the three major cults of Hindu worship—those devoted to Siva, Vishnu, and the Mother Goddess, particularly in her form as Durga, the destroyer of evil. Other prominent Brahmanical deities represented include Surya and Skanda. Sculpture under the Guptas, (c. 320–c. 500) During the fourth century, a new Hindu imperial dynasty established itself in northern South Asia, whose reign, patronage, and courtly culture are credited with the development of the classical style in South Asian art. This was the Gupta dynasty, whose most famous king was Candra Gupta II (reigned 375–415 CE). During this period, the major center for the production of Buddha images in the east shifted from Mathura to Sarnath. Idealized soft modeling and self-absorbed, tranquil features characterize the style of this period, which replaced the Kushan Buddhas. Standardized and compacted iconic elements and a vocabulary of distinctive hand gestures (mudras), meant to mark special occasions, accompanies these images. Others figures in the Buddhist pantheon undergo a similar elaboration and stylistic change, and the Buddha and several bodhisattvas also appear in bronze casts. During this period relief sculptures draw upon a proliferation of Hindu deities, organized spatially in integrated contexts of ritual worship. Initially, these works were sited in niches inside cave-temples, but the stand-alone Hindu temple in stone also evolved at this time and henceforth became the setting for sculpture. Because the Guptas were followers of Vishnu, images of this deity and his incarnations (avatars), were frequently represented, and an increased emphasis on goddesses and other female images is apparent in the works. A developed Saivite iconography, depicting mythical episodes connected with Siva and his consort, Parvati, also found expression at sites of cultic worship. Saivite cultic placement consigns the abstract phallic icon of Siva (the lingam) to the sanctum, faced from the entrance of the temple by Siva’s mount, the bull Nandi, and surrounded along a clockwise circumambulatory path by niches carrying other gods and goddesses and scenes showing the pastimes of Siva. By the end of the fifth century, all these figures evolved into an aesthetic that shared the monumental repose of the Gupta Buddha but integrated it with a power of massiveness and restrained ecstatic delight. Contemporaneously, in the Deccan (central India), a related but more voluptuous aesthetic developed in Buddhist and Hindu figural expression, under the patronage of the powerful Vakatakas, related by marriage to the Guptas. Examples of the full fruition of the Vakataka Buddhist style are visible at the cave excavations at Ajanta in southern central India, while the early excavations at nearby Ellora or at the island of Elephanta, dateable to the early sixth century, show examples of Deccan Saivite sculpture of this period at its ripeness. Developments in Sculpture, Sixth to Twelfth Centuries Though the stand-alone Hindu stone temple first appeared in South Asia under the Guptas, it evolved into maturity in the sixth century under the Western Calukya dynasty (543–757; c. 975–c. 1189) in the southern Deccan, and through the seventh century in southern India under the Pallavas (c. 550–728 CE). Sculpture during this period continued to develop local variants of the Gupta iconography and style, but in these southern centers so did a marked tendency toward a greater plastic dynamism in the figures. A fine example of this may be observed in a panel from seventh-century Pallava Mamallapuram depicting Durga battling the buffalo demon. Here the dramatic interest and the portrayal of power in motion replaces the iconic stillness and massiveness of Gupta deities. Subsequent sculpture in southern India continues to develop in fluidity, reaching perhaps the zenith of integrating stillness and movement in the tenth-century image of the dancing Siva, Nataraja, which was developed in South India under Cola patronage. From the tenth to the twelfth century, South Asian sculptors evolved such a consummate skill and facility in carving that sculpture during this period spills out of the measured enclosure of niches and dominates the temple surface. The temple as an integral whole projects the impression of the mighty, immobile, cosmic Mount Meru, which contains the multitudinous, varied activity of the world at its base. The sculpted forms of deities and celestial denizens stand or interact in various fluid postures, expressing the ecstatic repose of transcendental action. In the case of the temples at Orissa and Khajuraho in eastern and central India, respectively, a strong erotic element also found expression, indicating the prominent presence of Tantric cults. This high achievement of the successful marriage of static soaring temple forms and teeming mobile surfaces marked the final creative outburst of the South Asian tradition in sculpture. Buddhism disappeared from India by the thirteenth century and gradual Islamic dominance of northern South Asia from the twelfth century inhibited the production of large-scale Hindu temple complexes. The Vijayanagara kingdom of the south and other pockets that offered resistance to Muslim conquest managed to continue the tradition until the sixteenth and seventeenth century, but with a progressive diminution of creativity. Islamic architecture brought a new visual language of domes, arches, and minarets to the South Asian building environment and found expression in mosques, tombs, and forts. Marrying Afghan and Turkish styles with the Indic skill in stone carving, it left its most prominent marks in the cities of north central India and to some extent in the Deccan region, from the twelfth to the nineteenth century. Eschewing figurative sculpture due to religious prohibition, this architecture nevertheless gives us the most exquisite carved, inlaid, and latticed surfaces with calligraphy, foliate patters, and intricate geometric designs. Under Mughal rule (1526–1857 CE), Islamic architecture reached its greatest heights in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The gates, halls, pavilions, mosques, and tombs commissioned by the third Mughal emperor, Akbar (1543–1605), at Agra and Fatehpur Skiri can be seen as precursors to the legendary beauty of the Taj Mahal, built by Shah Jehan (1592– 1666) in Agra as a tomb for one of his wives, Mumtaz. Placed at the far end of a garden, the Taj’s soaring dome and minarets in white marble, combined with the majestic simplicity of its design and the perfection of its proportions, evoke a supernatural archetype. Close up, its massive white marble surface reveals colorful borders with flowers, leaves, and Qur’anic calligraphy inlaid using a pietra dura (relief mosaic with semiprecious stones) technique. After 1857, most of South Asia was brought under the British crown as a colony of Great Britain. The colonial period, leading up to the division and political independence of India and Pakistan in 1947, was known for its imperial Victorian architecture, particularly in the major colonial centers of Calcutta (Kolkata), Bombay (Mumbai), Madras, and Delhi. Following independence, both India and Pakistan have entered into the mainstream of a global modernity, where international functional concerns mix with national and regional identity issues in fashioning a contemporary South Asian architecture. The earliest remaining examples of painting in South Asia are Buddhist cave murals such as those in the monasteries at Ajanta. Here, two phases of painting, corresponding to two phases of excavation, may be distinguished, the earlier being from the first century BCE and the later from the fifth century CE. The themes depict stories and scenes, mainly from the life of the Buddha. The murals are made with mineral colors on a specially plastered surface and, particularly in the later phase, are characterized by hieratic scaling (more important figures are bigger), Buddha and bodhisattvas shown in formal poses and with stylized physiognomy, and others depicted more realistically. Elements of three-dimensional modeling and perspective are mixed in with two-dimensional “flat” figuring, to introduce a semblance of realism in representations where narrative interest clearly takes precedence over natural illusion. In painting, following Ajanta of the Vakataka period, few other fragmentary murals in cave or temple settings remain. The earliest surviving manuscript paintings are eleventh-century illustrated Buddhist and Jaina palm-leaf manuscripts of religious texts. These texts were venerated as sacred objects and offered as religious donations by patrons. Extant eleventh- and twelfth-century Buddhist palm-leaf manuscripts come largely from regions in eastern India and often have generic scenes from the life of the Buddha painted on the inner surfaces of the wooden boards that bind the palm leaves; such scenes also serve as dividing elements between segments of text. The images are iconic and seldom directly related to the text. Hieratic scaling and static figural postures executed using a rhythmic outline and filled in with flat opaque mineral colors characterize the painting style. The Jaina manuscripts were mostly produced in the Gujarat region of western India. By the last quarter of the fourteenth century, paper had become the preferred medium for Jaina manuscripts, and a rectangular form more suited to larger illustrations gradually replaced the elongated palm-leaf format. Jaina manuscripts make use of a restricted and bold color scheme and rhythmically outlined, flattened figures, as in the Buddhist tradition. There is no attempt to depict spatial depth. A characteristic of the figures is their invariable presentation in profile with the eye on the invisible side of the face protruded into visibility. The oldest extant illustrated Hindu manuscripts date to the second half of the fifteenth century and follow the conventions of Jaina painting. Hindu myths and epics had by this time become standardized and pervasive in popular South Asian culture, and episodic representations of these themes found expression in these illustrations. From the early sixteenth century, a bold shift appears in this tradition, prioritizing the image over the text. The by-then standard rectangular form of the page was mostly occupied by the pictorial representation, with an abbreviated textual description in the upper margin and the extended text on the obverse of the page. This tradition made its appearance in Rajasthan and the western Gangetic kingdoms of northern India and is presumed to have originated in royal and other wealthy patronage. The contemporaneous rising popularity of medieval Vaishnavism (worship of Vishnu), with its use of an erotic symbology to describe the mystical pastimes of Krishna (Vishnu’s most famous incarnation) must have played its part in fueling this production. The incorporation of a Vaishnav mystical context into literary and courtly amorous narratives characterizes this painting tradition and initiated a thematic stream that continued through the history of South Asian painting. Though these paintings attempt to convey spatial depth, they are essentially flat, with stylized figures shown in static profile, making hieratic gestures in starkly simplified color planes. This painterly aesthetic, commonly known as the “Rajput style,” remained a viable South Asian idiom of painting throughout subsequent centuries, resurfacing in various times and places. Mughal Painting, 1526–1857 The sixteenth century also witnessed the hegemonic rule of the Mughals in northern South Asia, resulting in a new school of painting, unsurprisingly and commonly known as Mughal painting. The initiation of this school occurred in the mid-sixteenth century during the rule of the second Mughal emperor, Humayun (reigned 1530–1540 and 1555–1556). Humayan brought two master painters from the court of Tabriz—Abdus Samad and Mir Sayyid Ali—to found his atelier at Delhi in 1555. Within a year, Humayun died and was succeeded by his son, Akbar (reigned 1556–1605). Akbar had an abiding passion for the arts of painting and storytelling and quickly built up his father’s atelier to illustrate a large number of Persian and Hindu secular and religious texts. Akbar’s earliest commission was the illustration of the Tutinama (Tales of the Parrot). A large number of artists recruited from existing South Asian painting traditions worked under the direction of the Persian masters, resulting in a hybrid style and aesthetic which, by the time of Akbar’s second commission, had developed a distinctive identity. Mixed perspective, structured visibility of interiors, and natural elements such as mountains and trees are taken from Persian prototypes; hieratic patterning, bold coloring, and narrative arrangements are reminiscent of indigenous traditions; uniquely new with the early Mughal painting style were a patterned variety of coloring, a judicious introduction of three-dimensional modeling, and a crowded swirl of highly individualized figure-types laid out in a space divided by forms from nature (such as trees or rocks) to give an added sense of depth. From the mid-sixteenth century, the influence of Renaissance naturalism, introduced into Akbar’s court by Jesuits, began to gain prominence in the works produced in his atelier. Space and volume were defined by light and shade. Aerial perspective was introduced, as were atmospheric effects to depict spatial recession. These techniques continued to gain prominence in paintings from the courts of Akbar’s successors. The Mughal atelier remained as prolific under Akbar’s son, Jahangir (reigned 1605–1627), though the thematic interest shifted from dynamic narrative episodes to carefully attentive portraiture, scenes of psychological interest, and detailed though stylized studies of flowers and animals. A number of superb allegorical portraits of the emperor come to us from this court. Though the Mughal atelier continued during the reign of Jahangir’s son and successor, Shah Jahan (reigned 1628–1658), it seemed to have lost its vitality and inventiveness. The paintings of this period are marked by a courtly stiffness and formalism and lack the boldness of color or composition of either Rajput paintings or earlier Mughal work. The Mughal atelier largely dispersed during the reign of the Islamic puritan Aurangzeb (reigned 1658–1707), son and successor of Shah Jahan. Seventeenth- and Eighteenth- Century Developments In the Deccan kingdoms of central India, small Islamic states had established themselves since the fourteenth century and developed independent cultural traditions. Among these, the most important were the kingdoms of Golconda and Bijapur, which remained independent until late in the Aurangzeb’s reign. With cultural roots in Persia and Turkey, these kingdoms developed their own painting traditions, known as the Deccani style, marked by a rich coloration dominated by lavender, gold, and green, a jeweler’s eye for decorative pattern, and mystical or fantastic stylizations. From Akbar’s time, a number of the Rajput courts came under the suzerainty of the Mughals, developing close courtly liaisons. Mughal stylistic influences began appearing in the paintings of a number of these courts. In the late seventeenth century, after the dispersal of artists from Aurangzeb’s court, further assimilation of Mughal thematic and stylistic idioms continued in the Hindu Rajput states. Here, the earlier predominance of Hindu religious themes was complemented by formalized portraiture of the maharaja seen in court or in gardens or terraces with attendants, or in equestrian or hunting scenes. But these scenes, and some Mughal stylistic elements, were mostly incorporated into flat decorative “Rajput” compositions in courts of this period, such as those of Kota and Mewar. The Bikaner paintings of the same period, on the other hand, show a much closer affinity to the naturalism of Mughal style combined with the decorative patterning and mystical palette of the Deccan courts. The Mughal court saw a brief and brilliant revival during the reign of Aurangzeb’s grandson, Muhammad Shah (reigned 1719–1748). The idealized moody romanticism of the paintings produced under him, thematically focused on courtly love and characterized by naturalistic atmospheric effects, carried over once more to inspire two of the finest and most charismatic schools of late Rajput and Pahari painting respectively, those of Kishangarh and Kangra. In the mid-eighteenth century, a fruitful collaboration between Raja Savant Singh (reigned 1748–1764) of the Rajput state of Kishangarh and the two master artists of his court, Bhavani Das and Nihal Chand, both originally from Delhi, led to the formation of a unique and distinctive style of painting. Extending the moody romanticism of the late Mughal court, Kishangarh painting of this period produced a large corpus of highly stylized depictions of its patron raja and the object of the raja’s affection, the court singer Bani Thani, with the two portrayed as Krishna and Krishna’s beloved Radha, respectively. A similar effect, using different means and developing a different and more refined aesthetic, also appeared around the mid-eighteenth century in the hill states of Guler, Jasrota, and Kangra, and is attributed to the efforts of two artist brothers, Manaku and Nainsukh (1710–1778), and their students. Nainsukh’s work in the court of Raja Balwant Singh of Jasrota (1724–1763) in particular can be said to originate the highly prized late Kangra School. The thematic mainstay of this school, like the school in Kishangarh, drew upon the dalliances of Radha and Krishna. Here the late Mughal romantic figures and style are transformed by a dream-laden, tranquil, naturalistic backdrop into a languorous intimate amorous moment in the secret wood, where time stands still and the divine couple, stylized using an aesthetic of balanced refinement, savor eternal delight in time-born bodies. From the mid-eighteenth century, the British presence in South Asia exerted a powerful influence on courtly taste, moving it toward photorealism. The advent of photography itself contributed in no small measure to this change. Indigenous artists trained in earlier courtly styles now adapted their work to imitate the camera. Whereas some of these artists continued serving native patrons, particularly through portraiture, the British employed several artists to record scenes of South Asian life, its landscapes, and its flora and fauna. The work of these artists forms a body known as the Company School. 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If you said poetry doesn’t matter, you would be wrong. Poems praise, preserve languages, name injustices, mock tyrants, and give voice. At this moment, we live surrounded by powerful short poetic forms doing just this kind of work: protest signs (“Science not silence”), posters (“Black Lives Matter”), T-shirts (Trans-national), song lyrics (“The Blacker the Berry”), spoken word, and Twitter wit (Lamar 1993). Beginning with the force of these everyday, everywhere forms, and moving out to other kinds of poetry, young people could learn to “do language” as Toni Morrison once said: using their words to call down injustice, raise questions, and conjure a different future (1993). But not as poetry is usually taught. Open a language arts textbook or look at online worksheets and see how young people are introduced to forms like haiku and renga. There you will find poetry taught as algorithm: Renga is an ancient Japanese style of poetry made up of stanzas. It is usually created by several people, each one taking a turn coming up with a stanza that relates to a single theme for the whole poem. The first stanza is three lines long. The first line is 5 syllables, the second is 7, and the third is 5. The second stanza is two lines long, both are 7 syllables each. The poem goes back and forth between the three- and two-line stanzas and ends with a two-line stanza. (Education.com n.d.) This is renga as pattern, lifted out of its history and use. It is not the centuries-old contest, played out in front of scribes and panels of poet-judges. Gone are the crowds of thousands who traveled miles to watch contestants battling within the confines of form and theme as the stanzas mounted up. There is none of the suspense or legend of the famous poet Bashō and friends delivering hundred-stanza renga. Nor is there any sense of the trans-subjective links to a subject and mood that guide the collaborating poets who create the “rolling” of a renga (Ogawa 2009). Or consider what happens to the song lyrics of “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.” They become the hunting ground for identifying figurative language (“What does the River Jordan stand for?” “What are the many meanings of home?”). In this format, metaphor and allusion are vocabulary words, not strategies for double-coding resistance silenced by enslavement, then sharecropping, and now the persisting structures of racism. Taught this way, poetry lessons reveal how poetry works, but not what poetry does. By teaching the cogs and wheels of poetry, we cut young people off from understanding a poem as an opportunity to notice, speak out, and choose words in ways that will make them heard. Thus, we narrow and blanch what could be a major route to learning to do language. However, the work of City Lore, a center for urban folk culture in New York City, suggests that we have options for teaching poetry that come from outside conventional definitions of literature and literacy. For the last five years, City Lore has brought extended poetry residencies to classrooms throughout Queens, one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse regions of the city. These residencies, Roots, Routes, and Rhythms and Homer 2 Hip Hop, have been carried out by a corps of teaching artists who are rooted in oral traditions ranging from the duels of Lebanese zajal and the extempo traditions of Trinidad and Tobago, to contemporary hip hop battles (City Lore 2021). In long-term residencies, these artists do their work in ways that are deeply informed by core folklore tenets: the power of context; the beauty of everyday use; the anchor of candor, public imagination, and love. The Power of Context In folklore, objects or performances get their meaning from context. Place the lyrics of “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot” in the context of 19th-century chattel enslavement, and it is no longer a hunting ground for figurative language. It is the work of unnamed musicians, passed along orally in a world where it was a crime to teach enslaved people to read or write. In that context, it carries the legend of being one of Harriet Tubman’s favorites, whispered or sung softly, but expectantly, to announce the coming of “a conductor” who would lead enslaved people North. It uses the imagery of a Christian journey to heaven to project their fierce determination to reach the free territories. Baba Israel and Grace Galu teach hip hop poetry in this context, tracing its roots from spirituals, through the blues, into Northern cities where jazz and popular music became the spoken word of hip hop, continuing the tradition of people using their words to resist given conditions and frame alternate worlds. Together and independently, they teach hip hop in that context. As Baba insists, “People took what they had—their bodies, their voices, the light poles in the streets—and created a music and an oral tradition that we are still listening to.” They reference and honor this tradition of oral improvisation by teaching beat boxing and insisting that everyone does it as entry and interlude to reading their own and each other’s work. Moreover, they insist on the generational and communitarian values that grow out of this tradition. When two groups of girls started dueling over their team names, each accusing the other of stealing their ideas, Baba intervened, “There’s no stealing here. You got it from me, and I got it from my teachers, and they got it from the ones that came before. You are part of a tradition. Honor it. Think about how we begin with a cipher, taking turns with what we’ve brought that day. Find names that say what your group is going to bring to that tradition.” And they do. The Beauty of Everyday Use In folklore you can’t understand a ukulele, a falconer’s glove, or a kimono until you see how people use those objects to claim an identity or sustain the meaning of a tradition. You have to witness the musical evening, watch the hunt, or see women enrobing one another. An essential part of the beauty of everyday use is that it is live, daily, and constantly evolving. Poetry is no different. Renga poems may have begun centuries ago, scribed in ink on unfurling scrolls, but during the pandemic they returned on the back of cellphone technology, with writers linking their experiences of isolation via emailed stanzas that roll forward using the shared imagery of birds: Jealous of two birds perching (not even) one wing’s full distance apart? Birds fly by in the shape of a hand. All I remember is missing this. Come here, little sinking heart. Yes, I used that word. Look, the finches have turned from olive-drab to lemon-yellow overnight. This is not nothing. (Smith College 2020) Poet Sergio Jimenez translated this commitment to the beauty of everyday use into his sessions. To write a poem about where they are from, he asked his students to make a map of their homes, recording the dinner smells trapped in the hallway, the dip in the couch where they watched weekend cartoons, and their 1st-grade stickers that won’t wash off. He shared his own tour, recalling the door through which his mother tried to talk to him and the hole in a wall where, once, he punched it. In a culminating event, Jimenez asked students to invent a poetry form of their own, naming it, outlining its structure, and explaining how and when it is used. As one student wrote: The Mexico Firework Pop can only be done during fireworks are going off when you write it and go to sleep you will dream about a man in a bright suit he will grant you 3 wishes that will come true. The Anchor of Candor Folklore embraces all of living: births, weddings, and funerals; holiday noisemakers and winding sheets. The words of spirituals and especially the blues speak candidly to all aspects of living. Think of Billie Holliday singing “I Can’t Face the Music”: Breeze, stop moanin’ those weird melodies My man has left me And I can’t face the music Without singin’ the blues Rain, your rhythm on my window pane Drives me insane because I can’t face the music Without singin’ the blues (Koehler and Bloom 1938) In that same spirit, City Lore teaching artists do not shy away from life in all its joy and sadness. Artists ask students to be open to poems that speak candidly to family fights, grief, and fears. With 3rd-grade students, poet Amira El-Behiri wrote a collaborative poem using the image of a house to speak to the need for hope while living in Queens, an epicenter of the Covid-19 virus: We can build a house called tomorrow A house that we can survive in A house that can protect us A house filled with happiness smiles and laughter We can make a house called tomorrow together A house that always has color A house that gets hit by rainbows With a similar frankness, teaching artist Kate Bell introduced classes of 7th graders to witness poems, using Langston Hughes’ “Let America Be America Again,” inviting them to take a turn speaking to their experiences of promise and reality with startling results: Opportunity, chance, possibility A place to be who you want to be At least that’s what they say And want to believe… Nationality, status, inequality This is what matters And what they don’t want to believe… We are living in denial Implanted in a society Where racism roams mighty The land of the free? More like the land of the greed The home of the brave? More like the home of the misled People with skin like dark, creamy chocolate And eyes like black-gray coal People with light, beige skin With eyes that can slice your conscience open Bodies are a range of fruits With various different sizes And countless different attributes Do you want a change? Exchange the negativity For the positivity? From bloody slavery To written history Small changes work together To let harm surrender. The Public Face of Imagination David Drake was poet, potter, and an enslaved Black man who made some of the most impressive ceramic jars to come out of 19th-century North America. In defiance of laws forbidding literacy to enslaved people, Drake not only signed his jars, he often inscribed them with poetry, declaring himself as an artist and author: I wonder where is all my relations Friendship to all—and every nation (qtd. in Noyes 2020) This speaks to a deep belief in folklore that imagination and invention are not rare, but universal—they belong to cooks, day workers, and aunts who whittle, play trumpet, and sew wedding dresses. In that spirit, all kinds of word work—lullabies, jokes, proverbs, and prayers—are worth rapt attention. Folklorists extend this encompassing view of imagination to children—hand clap and jump rope games, the rules for stickball, riddles, and taunts are taken seriously as examples of traditions passed down as ways of holding and evolving the values and energy of a given community (Dargan, Zeitlin, and Kirshenblatt-Gimblett 1990). Along with this belief in the pervasiveness of imagination comes a second value: Imagination is not a private good, but a public activity in which people offer, learn, borrow, and add–exactly as in the renga tradition. In many City Lore residencies, this commitment shows up as collaborative poems. With primary school students, Libby Mislan and Samira Sadeque asked children to contribute to a list of wishes. Once harvested, the wishes yielded a giant, jointly built catalogue of what children long for (of which the following is only a slice): I wish I was a scary box. I wish I was a golden fox. I wish I can spill like ice tea. I wish I was a purple bat, I would have a nose that was flat. I wish I was the fire you seek and fear. I wish Wendy’s would bring back chicken nuggets. I wish I could be a medicine that makes people feel better. I wish I was a green box of chocolate foxes. Throughout Baba Israel’s residencies with older students, which ran online during the lockdown months of 2020 and 2021, they worked on collaborative spoken-word poems, with each student adding a final line to a common chant: Gratitude is in my blood and veins Gratitude is in my blood and veins Gratitude is in my blood and veins ESCAPING SOLITUDE LIKE GETTING OUT OF A STORM Gratitude is in my blood and veins Gratitude is in my blood and veins Gratitude is in my blood and veins APPRECIATE THIS LIFE I WAS BORN TO FEEL WARM Love runs through folklore—it is about a deep affection and curiosity for what people make, do, and speak. As Baba Israel taught during the pandemic months, he regularly asked students to read their work aloud. Sometimes he listened closely, making short but specific responses to their work, acknowledging the courage and originality of their contributions (“Got the rhythm going there and words on top.”). In every session, he urged students to respond to one another with claps and praise, “Show them some love.” Building on this exercise in mutuality and gratitude, Baba introduced young people to praise poems dedicated to someone close to them, asking them to write the story of their name, offer a telling incident, and compare the person to something in nature, an animal, and an object. Many students praised their mothers: In praise of Elsida She is smart like Wonder Woman Wise like an owl Strong roots like a tree Is it just an exercise to see poetry in the light of folklore? Again, Morrison’s words help. She writes of an old woman trying to teach the children of her village that language is a living thing that will let them act in and on the world–if they care for it: Being a writer, she thinks of language partly as a system, partly as a living thing over which one has control, but mostly as agency—as an act with consequences. (Morrison 1993) Or, in the words of one student in a City Lore poetry residency: I will remember that writing poems can affect people by their emotions or feelings and also that writing a poem you can tell people what to do and what not to do. To confirm this, I asked an 11-year-old writer, “If a poem could be a tool for doing things, what tool would it be?” He was not at all confused by the request. Straightaway, he drew his ideas to help him as he talked: An anvil. You can forge words and ideas on it. All the time, you have these thoughts floating around in your head, sort of soft and messy and not real. When you try to put them into a poem, you have to forge them out. The hammer and the heat of it gets the shape you really want—you get more world-like ideas. Taught in the light of folklore’s values—context, use, candor, imagination, and love, writing poems that notice, praise, and witness, young people could forge language as an act. They could do language, as Morrison urges. They could author “an act with consequences” (Wolf, Holochwost, Bar-Zemir, Dargan, and Selhorst 2014). But not unless we: • Teach poetry as regularly as mathematics. • Teach its composition as if it were bread. Reading poems is only half a slice. • Convince living poets to do the teaching, remembering: “the poet in the time of the world’s night utters the holy” (Heidegger 2013). • Draw on the oral traditions of the world, the ear’s the deepest well where close listening begins. • Insist that words are deeds. In short, make the anvil theirs. Dennie Palmer Wolf is a researcher and author committed to exploring how opportunities to imagine and create are distributed in our contemporary world–to whom, for how long, and how deeply. She questions and writes about the stubborn inequalities in who gets to write, make art, or create and perform music. Together with colleagues she investigates how we can challenge this hoarding of creativity and its recognition. For more visit www.wolfbrown.com. ORCID 0000-0003-0134-4537 Dargan, Amanda and Steve Zeitlin. 2021. In the Moment: Poetry Duels and Improvisations. (Film available at citylore.org as of September, 2021). Dargan, Amanda, Steve Zeitlin, and Barbara Kirshenblatt-Gimblett. 1990. City Play. New Brunswick: Rutgers University Press, 121. Education.com. Renga. Fifth Grade Worksheet. Accessed at: https://www.education.com/worksheet/article/renga. Heidegger, Martin. 2013. Poetry, Language, Thought. New York: Harper Perennial Modern Classics. Koehler, Ted and Rube Bloom. 1938. “I Can’t Face the Music.” Accessed at https://genius.com/artists/Billie-holiday. Lamar, Kendrick. 1993. “The Blacker the Berry.” To Pimp a Butterfly. Accessed at https://genius.com/Kendrick-lamar-i-album-version-lyrics. Morrison, Toni. 1993. Nobel Lecture. Accessed at https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/literature/1993/morrison/speech. Noyes, Chandra. 2020. David Drake: Poet, Potter, Slave. Art & Object. February 11. Accessed at https://www.artandobject.com/news/david-drake-poet-potter-slave. Ogawa, Tadashi. 2009. The Trans-subjective Creation of Poetry and Mood: A Short Study of Japanese Renga. Comparative and Continental Philosophy. 1.2:193-209. DOI https://doi.org/10.1558/ccp.v1i2.193. Palmer Wolf, Dennie, Steven J. Holochwost, Tal Bar-Zemer, Amanda Dargan, and Anika Selhorst. 2014. “Some Things in My House Have a Pulse and a Downbeat”: The Role of Folk and Traditional Arts Instruction in Supporting Student Learning. Journal for Learning through the Arts. 10.1. Smith College Poetry Club. Accessed at https://www.smith.edu/news/2020-renga-poem. Zeitlin, Steve. 2016. The Poetry of Everyday Life: Storytelling and the Art of Awareness. Ithaca: Cornell University Press.

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Learning to read is a complicated process. If you teach English language learners (ELLs), however, there are a number of ways you can support their literacy and language development through targeted instruction. This article highlights ELL instructional strategies based on the five components of reading as outlined in Teaching Children to Read by the National Reading Panel (2000). This report is a study of research-based best practices in reading instruction and it focuses on the following five instructional areas: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Vocabulary, Fluency, Comprehension. In addition, the article includes information related to two additional important areas of instruction for ELLs, oral language and the role of the home language. - a definition - an explanation of why the component is important when learning to read - challenges that ELLs may face - strategies for ELL instruction What does the research say? Before jumping in, it's important to note that, in general, what we know about effective literacy instruction for English speakers holds true for ELLs, but modifications and adjustments may be needed (Goldenberg, 2008). Since the original National Reading Panel did not include ELLs' literacy development as part of its research review, a subsequent panel reviewed the research related to language learners and released a report authored by principal investigator Dr. Diane August and panel chair Dr. Timothy Shanahan titled Developing Literacy in Second-Language Learners: Report of the National Literacy Panel on Language-Minority Children and Youth. Within the executive summary of that report, the authors note that, "Instruction that provides substantial coverage in the key components of reading — identified by the National Reading Panel (NICHD, 2000) as phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and text comprehension — has clear benefits for language-minority students." They continue, "However, while approaches that are similar to those used with native-language populations are effective, the research suggests that adjustments to these approaches are needed to have maximum benefit with language-minority students." (p. 3) For example, many practices may need modifications or scaffolds which may not be reflected in different reading programs or materials (August, 2018; Goldenberg, 2008), and in some cases, certain strategies may not be appropriate even with adjustments. In addition, the authors note the important role of two areas that were not addressed in the original National Reading Panel: students' home language and oral language. Many examples of specific modifications are outlined in the strategies below, along with discussion of home language and oral language. You can find additional research resources at the end of the article, including a recent working paper published by Pivot Learning, Narrowing Down to Find Common Ground: Shared Agreements for Effective Literacy Instruction in California. When working with ELLs, students' home languages are a powerful tool that educators can use — even if they don’t speak those languages or are working in a classroom with students who speak many languages. Drs. August and Shanahan write, "Oral proficiency and literacy in the first language can be used to facilitate literacy development in English" (2006, p. 5). And in his Colorín Colorado article about the value of students’ home language, Dr. Fred Genesee writes: Extensive research, again from around the world, has found that children who are learning to read in a second language are able to transfer many skills and knowledge from their first language to facilitate their acquisition of reading skills in the second language. The best evidence of this comes from studies showing that students with strong reading skills in the home language also have strong reading skills in their second language. Much of this work has been done on ELLs in the U.S. (August & Shanahan, 2006; Riches & Genesee, 2006). Tapping into students' home languages (also referred to as a first or native language) as a resource can take different forms: - Helping students make connections between their language and English in order to identify similarities and differences, such as English/Spanish cognates - Providing opportunities to use the home language in the classroom for reading, writing, and discussion - Encouraging students to draw on all of their language skills across languages, which is called translanguaging - Promoting biliteracy through bilingual or dual-language instruction, which can support students’ future opportunities and family ties (not to mention brain health!), with initiatives such as the Seal of Biliteracy, which has been adopted in many states It is important to keep in mind that the extent to which a student's literacy skills from their first language transfer depends on many factors, such as how similar the alphabetic systems between the two languages are and whether they share any connection in their origins, such as two languages that both derive from Latin (Nieser & Cárdenas-Hagan, 2020, p. 65). The students' levels of literacy in their home language will also have an impact on their literacy development in their new language. Learning more about the languages students speak can help educators target instruction, notice patterns among speakers of the same language, and help students understand the relationship between their language and English You can also provide students and families with access to bilingual books and texts and encourage families to continue using and developing the home language through activities such as rhymes, storytelling, and conversation at home. You will also find specific strategies related to home language throughout the key components below. - The Home Language: An English Language Learner's Most Valuable Resource (Dr. Fred Genesee, Colorín Colorado) - Family Literacy: Multilingual Videos and Tip Sheets - Making Dual-Language Immersion Work: Claremont Elementary in Arlington, VA In addition, as you will see below, oral language has a role to play across all reading skills, yet it often does not receive much attention as a critical part of ELLs' language and literacy development. Drs. August and Shanahan write, "Instruction in the key components of reading is necessary — but not sufficient — for teaching language-minority students to read and write proficiently in English. Oral proficiency in English is critical as well — but student performance suggests that it is often overlooked in instruction." (2006, p. 5) Oral language supports students' literacy skills in different ways. For example, students need to be familiar not only with the sounds and letters they are learning but also the words in which they appear in order to support their word recognition and comprehension. Other more global oral language skills, such as facility with English syntax and grammar, and the ability to navigate specific language functions like describing, predicting, and comparing, also contribute to both reading and writing development for ELLs. In addition, strengthening oral language supports students' ability to participate in peer groups and their proficiency in speaking and writing using academic language. Students need opportunities to practice applying their emerging oral language skills through partner talk and peer work (scaffolded with supports such as sentence frames), activities such as partner reading, and responding to comprehension questions using academic language. Dr. Carrie Simkin, the director of our sister site AdLit.org, offers the following suggestions related to oral language: - Make it a learning target for lesson planning (e.g. be intentional about planning for it). - Consider how much of the learning time in your classroom is text based vs. discussion. Do students have opportunities to discuss ideas or do they mostly respond in written formats? We want to engage students in lively discussions! - Consider if students have opportunities to work in pairs as well as small groups and not just respond to teacher-generated questions. - Have you modeled how to orally respond to questions using the question as a sentence starter? Do you have sentence starters visible for share-outs? Our strategies related to oral language are also woven throughout the components below. - Oral Language Development and ELLs: Five Challenges and Solutions - Video Series: Engaging ELLs in Academic Conversations - Meaningful Classroom Talk: Supporting English Learners’ Oral Language Development - Comprehension and English Language Learners: 25 Oral Reading Strategies That Cross Proficiency Levels by Michael Opitz and Lindsey Moses Note: You can read more about the role of oral language in the foreword of Comprehension and English Language Learners. Phonemic Awareness and ELLs Keeping the areas of home language and oral language in mind, let's dive into the five key skill areas, starting with phonemic awareness. Phonemic awareness is an important indicator of how well children will learn to read. Sometimes it is difficult, however, for speakers of a second language to "hear" and say sounds in the language they are learning. If you have had a student who could not master a particular sound in English, the sound may not have been a part of the student's native language. In her chapter of Literacy Foundations for English Learners, Dr. Virginia Lovelace-Gonzalez notes that, "Phonological awareness skills can transfer across languages when students have opportunities to build these skills in their native language and English" (2020, p. 53). For example, there are multiple sounds in English and Spanish that will directly transfer between languages, even if the sounds are associated with different letters (p. 50). Dr. Lovelace-Gonzalez writes, "For ELs, phonemic activities in English can be complicated by having to recognize sounds in English that do not exist in their native language...Instructionally, it is important for teachers to determine some of the similarities and differences between English and the student's native language to ensure the opportunity to learn" (p. 53). Phonemic Awareness: Considerations and Strategies What: The ability to hear and manipulate the different sounds in our language. |Why it matters: Phonemic awareness is the foundation for spelling and word recognition skills.| Considerations for ELLs Sound recognition and production Strategies for ELLs Learn more about the students' home languages. Help students think about the connection between their language and English. Use familiar vocabulary words for building phonemic awareness. Model production of the sound. Help beginning readers learn to identify sounds in short words. Learn how to pronounce the 44 phonemes in English. Phonics and ELLs Phonics instruction aims to help new readers understand that there are systematic and predictable relationships between written letters and spoken sounds. Students benefit from learning and practicing sounds and symbols, including blended combinations. ELLs often show many strengths in mastering early phonics skills but it's important to remember that decoding while reading and correctly spelling words does not ensure good comprehension. That's why it's important to ensure that ELLs are familiar with the words they are learning to decode in order to support their comprehension. The authors of Words Their Way with English Learners write, "English learners need structured opportunities to learn many new words to add to their repertoires so that these words can become the material of their literacy learning" (2011, p. 79). Phonics: Considerations and Strategies What: The relationship between a sound and its corresponding written letter. Why it matters: Reading development is dependent on the understanding that letters and letter patterns represent the sounds of spoken language. Considerations for ELLs Literacy skills in native language Unfamiliar vocabulary words Strategies for ELLs Help students make a connection between their first language and English. Teach phonics in a systematic and explicit way. Use a word study approach. Look for opportunities to reinforce phonics in context. Using literature and content material, you can introduce and reinforce: Use hands-on activities to help teach letter-sound relationships. Have students write for sound. Vocabulary and ELLs Vocabulary plays an important part in learning to read, as well as in understanding what is read. As students learn to read more advanced texts, they must learn the meaning of new words that are not part of their oral vocabulary. For ELLs, vocabulary development is especially important as students' develop academic language — in all subjects and activities! There are numerous ways to support explicit vocabulary instruction, which is essential for developing students' vocabulary knowledge. Dr. Coleen D. Carlson writes, For EL students, drawing attention to unknown words during the initial presentation of the text, providing appropriate levels of definitions (e.g., providing English labels for words for which concepts and labels in one’s native language are understood, quick definitions or demonstrations for simple words) and tying to background knowledge is critical. No amount of simply reading and rereading words will produce knowledge of unknown vocabulary. (2020, p. 97) Vocabulary: Considerations and Strategies What: Recognizing and understanding words in relation to the context of the reading passage. Why it matters: Understanding vocabulary words is a key step in reading comprehension. The more words a student knows, the better he or she will understand the text. Considerations for ELLs Learning new vocabulary in English Draw upon students’ home languages. You can draw upon students' home languages to build vocabulary by: It is important to give students as much exposure and experience with new vocabulary words as possible before asking students to use them in a lesson or activity. Select words that will support the reader's understanding of the story or text, as well as for other phrases and connectors that affect comprehension (even though, except, etc.). You can pre-teach vocabulary by using English as a second language (ESL) methods such as: Focus on cognates. Give students an opportunity to practice using new words. As the teacher, you can explicitly teach word meanings to improve comprehension. However, to know a word means knowing it in all of the following dimensions: Ensure students understand a new word by asking them to produce it themselves either orally or in writing. I taught a summer school unit on habitats and healthy environments, and every student had to learn the phrase, "Reduce, reuse, recycle." Over the course of four weeks I gave students many opportunities to use those words to describe what we were doing: "We are reusing the grocery bag," or "We reused the scratch paper." Build students’ academic vocabulary. You can increase students' academic vocabulary by teaching common structures and terms used in a specific content area. For example, sentence frames are a great way to get students familiar with these structures and can be used in writing and speaking: You can learn more strategies in this related article. ESOL Specialist Sheila Majdi: Using sentence frames with ELLs ESOL specialist Sheila Majdi from Arlington, VA explains what a sentence frame is and how she might use this strategy with ELLs. Interactive reading of a story In this classroom clip, first-grade teacher Albuquerque teacher Ali Nava leads her students through an interactive reading of Burro's Tortillas, a Southwestern adaptation of "The Little Red Hen." Focusing on language in literacy instruction In this classroom clip, fifth-grade teacher Clara Gonzales-Espinoza helps her students expand their understanding of the way language is used in a picture book version of Cinderella. Instruction of key academic vocabulary with high school ELLs In this lesson, students read a letter that Captain John Smith of the English Army wrote to Queen Anne in 1616. You can see lesson materials and reflection interviews from ELL teacher Anne Formato in our related classroom module. Fluency and ELLs Fluency is a tricky area when it comes to ELL reading instruction. For native English speakers, fluency and reading comprehension often share a strong correlation because fluent readers recognize words and comprehend at the same time. This is not always the case for ELLs. Many ELLs can be deceptively fast and accurate in their reading because they are good readers in their primary language and have strong decoding skills. Yet they may demonstrate little understanding of the text, and hearing the text out loud may not necessarily provide a step towards comprehension as it is likely to do for native speakers. One important factor in the connection between fluency and comprehension is ELLs' oral language skills, which Dr. Carlson describes as "an important foundation that supports the role of fluency as a bridge to comprehension" (p. 93). Fluency: Considerations and Strategies What: The ability to read a text accurately and quickly. Why it matters: Fluency is important because it provides a bridge between word recognition and comprehension. Challenges for ELLs Inaccurate indicator of ELLs' comprehension It is not unusual for an ELL student to read a passage beautifully and then not be able answer more than a couple of comprehension questions correctly. Decoding skills (sounding out words) and comprehending the text are two different skills. Limited benefit from hearing texts read aloud Native speakers who are not strong decoders can often comprehend text that is read to them better than text that they read themselves. That's because when someone else is doing the reading, they can focus on meaning without having to struggle to get the words off the page. With ELLs, however, comprehension problems tend to be associated with limited vocabulary and limited background knowledge. Thus, listening to text read by someone else won't enhance comprehension. Strategies for ELLs Balance fluency and comprehension. Give students a chance to practice reading out loud. Allow students to practice reading along with taped text. Comprehension and ELLs Comprehension is the understanding and interpretation of what is read. To be able to accurately understand written material, children need to be able to 1) decode what they read; 2) make connections between what they read and what they already know; and 3) think deeply about what they have read. Comprehension can be the most difficult skill to master, however, and can elude students who have mastered word-level skills. According to the executive summary of the National Literacy Panel on Language-Minority Children and Youth, An important finding that emerges from the research is that word-level skills in literacy — such as decoding, word recognition and spelling — are often taught well enough to allow language-minority students to attain levels of performance equal to those of native English speakers. However, this is not the case for text-level skills — reading comprehension and writing. (p. 4) ELLs at all levels of English proficiency, and literacy development, will benefit from explicit instruction in comprehension skills along with other skills because improved comprehension will not only help them in language arts and ESL classes — it will help them in content-area classes and in daily activities. It will also improve the chances of their interest in reading for pleasure. - Comprehension Skills for Content Learning - Finding the Main Idea - Reading Comprehension Strategies for English Language Learners - Deeper Comprehension for Middle and High School Students Comprehension: Considerations and Strategies What: Understanding the meaning of the text. Why it matters: Comprehension is the reason for reading. Readers who have strong comprehension are able to draw conclusions about what they read. Considerations for ELLs Reading for meaning ELLs who struggle with comprehension may read more slowly, have a hard time following a text or story, have a hard time picking out important events, and feel frustrated. They may also have problems mastering new concepts in their content-area classes or completing assignments and assessments because they cannot comprehend the texts and tests for these subjects. Strategies for ELLs Use students' home languages for support. Consider the role of background knowledge. Connect content to students’ background knowledge. Check comprehension frequently. As students read, ask them open-ended questions about what they are reading, and informally test students' ability to sequence material from sentences or a story by printing sentences from a section of the story on paper strips, mixing the strips or word order, and having students put them in order. Use questions after reading. After the ELLs and/or whole class have completed the reading, you can test their comprehension with carefully crafted questions, taking care to use simple sentences and key vocabulary from the text they just read. These questions can be at the: This video showcases a 5th-grade team planning a science lesson about the difference between vascular and non-vascular plants. ESOL specialist Katy Padilla plays a key role in advocating for ELLs throughout the lesson planning process and sharing her strategies for engaging and supporting students. Making Dual-Language Immersion Work This video provides an introduction to Claremont Immersion School's dual language model and shows how teachers collaborating to develop a language arts language in English and Spanish. Assessment for ELLs Learn how third-grade teacher Samantha Kirch uses informal assessment in her classroom to better evaluate ELLs and their progress. Story setup: Pre-reading strategies for comprehension Learn about pre-reading strategies that will lay the groundwork before high school newcomer ELLs tackle a new text. Teaching ELLs in upper elementary, middle school, and high school Older ELLs bring a lot of valuable experience and interests to the classroom. At the same time, they face the double challenge of needing to learn content and a new language at the same time, which is further complicated if their literacy skills are limited. While they may still need foundational skills work, it can be hard to find materials that are age-appropriate. You can learn more about specific tips for supporting this diverse population from the following resources: - Tips for Educators of ELLs: Teaching Vocabulary in Grades 4-12 - Phonics Instruction for Middle and High School ELLs - AdLit 101: Overview of Adolescent literacy For great classroom videos at the secondary level, see our classroom video library! This is a lot of information, but we hope that these resources and recommendations can inform your work with students as well as the conversations about literacy in your setting. The more familiar your team is with best practices for ELLs, the more effectively you can determine which practices and resources will best support your students in their ongoing literacy development — and future successes! Narrowing Down to Find Common Ground: Shared Agreements for Effective Literacy Instruction in California This new working paper released by Pivot Learning reflects collective consensus among literacy experts on key topics concerning (1) literacy and multilingual and English learner students; (2) early screening and assessment; and (3) foundational skills. To learn more about the paper and how it was developed, see Can common ground be found on teaching reading in California? (EdSource) Research articles and chapters - Educating English Learners: A Review of the Latest Research (Dr. Diane August, American Educator) - Teaching English Learners: What the Research Does - and Does Not - Say (Dr. Claude Goldenberg, American Educator) - Chapter #1 of Literacy Instruction for English Language Learners (Dr. Nancy Cloud, Dr. Fred Genesee, and Else Hamayan) - Chapter #1 of Literacy Foundations for English Learners (Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan) - Research-based Methods of Reading Instruction for English Language Learners, Grades K-4 (Sylvia Linan-Thompson and Sharon Vaughn) - Literacy Foundations for English Learners by Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan (You can see the related book study on YouTube.) - Words Their Way with English Learners: Word Study for Phonics, Vocabulary, and Spelling (2nd Ed.) by Dr. Lori Helman, Dr. Donald R. Bear, Dr. Shane Templeton, Dr. Marcia Invernizzi, and Dr. Francine Johnston - Literacy Instruction for English Language Learners by Dr. Nancy Cloud, Dr. Fred Genesee, and Dr. Else Hamayan - Dual Language Instruction from A to Z: Practical Guidance for Teachers and Administrators by Dr. Else Hamayan, Dr. Fred Genesee, and Dr. Nancy Cloud

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This post covers the national novice (beginner) L-D topic established by the National Speech & Debate Association. Most, but not all, novice tournaments will use this topic. You should check with your coach and/or the tournament you are attending to confirm this is the topic that is being used. Access requires a paid subscription. Year-long (until June 2024) subscriptions are $69 for an individual student and $79 for a school. National service is a nation-wide government initiative where citizens are required to serve their country for a specific period of time. Depending on the particular requirements and objectives of the national service program, this service may take many different forms, including military service and/or service to the underprivileged. Whether it takes the form of military service, volunteer work in the community, or any other type of service, national service is a way to request or obligate citizens to make a direct contribution to the welfare of their country. Most frequently, military service is the main focus of national service, particularly mandatory national service. For instance, mandatory military service is required of all citizens in Singapore, South Korea, and Israel (with some exceptions), and the US has also required it during times of war. In these cases, all eligible individuals are (and were) required to serve in the military for a certain period of time, often ranging from a year to several years. Throughout its history, the United States has used the draft or conscription on a number of occasions, frequently in response to major military conflicts. President Abraham Lincoln’s administration wrote the first draft while the United States was engaged in the Civil War. The implementation of subsequent drafts occurred during World Wars I, II, the Korean Conflict, and the Vietnam Conflict. Particularly during the Vietnam War, the draft was very divisive and was the subject of numerous protests. All male U.S. citizens and male immigrants, both documented and undocumented, between the ages of 18 and 25, must register with the Selective Service System, which still exists today. But since the end of the Vietnam War in 1973, there has not been a draft. Since the end of the Vietnam War, there has not been any mandatory national service in the US. To put such a program into effect, considerable political support and legislative action would likely be required. National service can take the form of civil service. In the United States, proposals for mandatory national service typically include these as options because some people would object to serving in the military and the military does not need that many new employees every year. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), which employed young men in rural conservation work, is one of the New Deal programs from the 1930s that has the most direct influence on modern American civil service. The Peace Corps, which sends American volunteers abroad to help with development projects, was founded by President Kennedy in the 1960s. President Johnson founded VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America), a domestic version of the Peace Corps that aims to fight poverty. In the 1990s, President Clinton established AmeriCorps, a national service program that allows participants to work in various community-based projects throughout the country in exchange for a living allowance and education award. AmeriCorps encompasses a variety of programs, including VISTA and the National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC), a residential program modeled after the CCC. Mandatory. Suggesting it should be mandatory is quite radical, as mandatory generally means legally required. The penalty for failing to follow a law such as this would likely be jail, as a fine would just allow the wealth to escape the service. Who would have to participate? Proposals vary, but most think it would be everyone ages 18–22 sometime between those years for 18–24 months. Ought. The word “ought” appears in many L-D resolutions and ordinarily just means that you “should” do something. In Lincoln-Douglas debate, it is often interpreted to mean there is a “moral obligation” or duty to do something, but it doesn’t have to be defined that way. For example, if you say, “I ought to go to McDonald’s to get some french fries,” you probably aren’t thinking there is a moral obligation to do so. Nonetheless, it isn’t hard to find definitions that suggest it expresses duty or moral obligation and synonyms of it such as must, need to, have to, and supposed to. “Ought” does not require the affirmative to “imagine” that mandatory national service exists; it does not require it to propose a specific policy. When L-D first started in 1982, it was all very traditional; it focused exclusively on debating values and the overall truth of the resolution: Should national service be mandatory, generally speaking? Over the last decade, L-D developed in such a way that people copied the policy debate and started arguing specific plans. For example, Plan: Between their 18th and 22nd birthdays, everyone should be required to spend 18 months planting trees. In this example, the debater would probably claim the action solved climate change. Depending on where you debate, you may see specific plans, but the meta-question of the desirability of mandating the program would still be debated. Other instances make participation in already-existing national service programs like AmeriCorps or the Peace Corps mandatory for young adults. Similar to this, some have suggested expanding national service to improve the public health system, though these suggestions are not required. There are some benefits that certain plans may offer in particular (e.g., addressing issues with public health, slowing climate change), but there are also some benefits that any program could point to. Civic Engagement. A national service program can foster a sense of civic duty and responsibility. Participants can learn the value of contributing to their communities and country, which can lead to increased civic participation and voting later in life. Skills Development. Depending on the program, national service can provide training and experience in valuable skills. This can range from practical job skills to soft skills such as teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and adaptability. National service programs can be tailored to fill gaps in the labor market or address areas of societal need. For example, a program might focus on training teachers (where there is a huge shortage), healthcare workers, or technicians in fields where there are shortages. Employment Opportunities. For some participants, national service can provide a pathway to employment, particularly if the program includes job placement or education benefits. It can help young adults gain work experience, which can be valuable in the job market. Personal development. Participants in a national service program often report personal growth and development. This could include a better understanding of their own strengths and weaknesses, improved self-confidence, a sense of purpose, and a broader perspective on the world. Participation in national service, particularly programs that involve physical labor or outdoor work, can lead to improvements in physical health. In addition, athe sense of purpose and community connection can contribute to improved mental health. National service can connect people from diverse backgrounds, fostering friendships and professional connections that can last a lifetime. This networking can provide personal, social, and professional benefits. Depending on the nature of the program, participants might learn practical life skills such as budgeting, cooking, time management, or even home repair and maintenance. Social Cohesion and Unity. National service programs often bring together individuals from diverse backgrounds. This can promote understanding and unity among different social, economic, and cultural groups. We often hear about how America is divided, so this is a common theme in the literature. The importance of building these connections is one of the primary justifications for the programs being mandatory. Reduction of Social inequalities. Well-designed national service programs can help reduce social inequalities by providing opportunities for education, training, and social mobility to individuals who might not otherwise have these opportunities. Community Development. National service programs can directly benefit communities, particularly if they involve service projects like building infrastructure, providing social services, or addressing environmental issues. These projects can improve community resources and quality of life. Response to National Challenges A national service program can mobilize large numbers of people to respond to national challenges like natural disasters, public health crises, or environmental threats. Fostering a Culture of service By normalizing the idea of service, it can encourage a culture where giving back to the community and helping others is a common and valued activity. Military Readiness. If a component of the national service program involves military service or training, it could potentially improve military readiness by providing a large pool of citizens with basic military training. This could expand the number of individuals who could be called upon in times of need. Recently, the military has had trouble meeting its recruiting goals. Flourishing economic conditions, while generally beneficial, have inadvertently set the stage for a conundrum: abundant opportunities in the civilian sector often eclipse the appeal of military enlistment. Furthermore, the military’s escalating demand for higher educational attainment and more stringent qualifications erects additional barriers for potential recruits. The societal milieu also weaves its own threads, with pervasive public perceptions and familial influences often casting a shadow over the noble pursuit of military service. Health concerns, particularly the rising tide of obesity and related ailments, have rendered a significant portion of the population ineligible due to failure to meet health and fitness prerequisites. The requirement for recruits to commit several years to service poses an intimidating prospect for those wavering on the brink of such a substantial decision. The specter of deployment and the grim reality of casualty rates in times of conflict add a chilling deterrent. In response to this intricate constellation of challenges, the military has been compelled to rethink and revamp its recruitment strategies, introducing incentives such as enlistment bonuses, educational perks, and more flexible options to capture the interest of potential enlistees, but even with these efforts, the military struggles to recruit. Furthermore, it could broaden the skillset of the general population by providing training in areas like first aid, survival skills, and logistics. Reduced adventurism. Mandatory national service can potentially reduce military adventurism by fostering a more profound understanding of the costs and consequences of war among the populace. This is due to the wide exposure of citizens to military life, leading to heightened public debate and scrutiny of military decisions. The shared responsibility and risk of military action, distributed across society rather than concentrated within a small professional military class, could induce caution in engaging in military conflicts. The potential involvement of policymakers’ and influencers’ children in combat could also lead them to reconsider the cost of military actions. Countries with mandatory national service might prioritize diplomatic resolutions to international disputes, given the societal understanding of the repercussions of war. Furthermore, the education and training provided during national service can enhance understanding of military strategy and international relations, fostering more sophisticated decision-making regarding military interventions. Economy. A national service program could benefit the economy in several ways. It could provide jobs and income for individuals who might otherwise be unemployed, boosting consumer spending. The program could also help develop the skills and experience of the workforce, which could increase productivity. Furthermore, the program could stimulate economic activity by increasing demand for goods and services related to the service projects. Finally, the program’s projects themselves (like infrastructure improvements, public health initiatives, or environmental conservation) could enhance the country’s economic potential. Promoting patriotism and national identity. A national service program can foster a shared sense of patriotism and national identity. By working together for a common cause, participants may feel a stronger connection to their country and fellow citizens. Volunteering habits. Studies suggest that people who have participated in service programs are more likely to volunteer later in life. A national service program can, therefore, help foster a culture of volunteering and community service. Public health. A national service program could improve public health in several ways. For example, service members could be trained to respond to public health emergencies, provide basic health services in underserved areas, or conduct public health education campaigns. During the COVID-19 pandemic, for example, national service members could have been mobilized for tasks like contact tracing, vaccine distribution, or public education about virus prevention measures. Climate Change. A national service program could help combat climate change by involving service members in environmental conservation projects, clean energy projects, or climate change education initiatives. For example, a modern equivalent of the Civilian Conservation Corps could involve planting trees, restoring habitats, improving energy efficiency, or working on renewable energy projects. These initiatives could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase carbon sequestration, thereby mitigating climate change. Global development. This advantage would stem from the opportunity for individuals to choose the Peace Corps as a service program. Established in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy, the Peace Corps is a U.S. government-run volunteer program with a mission to promote world peace and friendship. The organization achieves this through three primary goals: assisting the people of interested countries with their need for trained individuals, fostering a better understanding of Americans among the peoples served, and enhancing the understanding of other cultures among Americans. In practice, the Peace Corps dispatches American volunteers to work on grassroots initiatives in low-income countries across a diverse range of areas, such as education, health, HIV/AIDS education and prevention, information technology, business development, environment, and agriculture. Volunteers commit to a 27-month term of service, which includes three months of training in the host country. By living and working directly within these communities, often in remote areas, volunteers not only contribute to development efforts but also facilitate cultural exchange by representing American society and learning about the cultures they serve. As discussed, the L-D debate started with a focus on philosophy, so what are some underlying philosophical values that support mandatory national service? Civic Duty. This is the belief that citizens have a responsibility to contribute to their society and country. The concept of mandatory national service is rooted in the idea of reciprocity, where citizens give back in exchange for the benefits and protections they receive from their country. Common Good. The idea of the common good suggests that actions should be taken with the benefit of the community or society in mind. Mandatory national service could be seen as a way to promote the common good by addressing societal needs and challenges. Equality. Mandatory national service could promote equality in several ways. First, by requiring all citizens, regardless of their background, to serve, it underscores the principle that all citizens are equal. Second, it can help reduce social inequalities by providing opportunities for skill development, education, and social mobility for all participants. Unity and cohesion National service can promote a sense of national unity and social cohesion. By bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to work towards common goals, national service can foster understanding and shared identity among different social, cultural, and economic groups. Personal Development. The belief in the importance of character development, resilience, and self-efficacy underlies many national service programs. These programs can help individuals grow, develop new skills, and realize their potential. Stewardship. The idea of stewardship, or taking care of the resources we have, can apply to different types of national service. This could mean taking care of the environment, maintaining infrastructure, or looking after vulnerable individuals in society. Mutual Aid. This principle suggests that individuals have a responsibility to help each other. Mandatory national service, especially programs focused on addressing social or environmental challenges, can be a form of institutionalized mutual aid. Major Philosophers and National Service While I do not believe any major philosophers specifically wrote about national service, there are a number that have relevant ideas. Many of these philosophers will come up in debates on other topics, so as a beginner, it makes sense to start familiarizing yourself with their ideas. John Rawls. Rawls’ Theory of Justice, particularly his idea of ‘justice as fairness’, might lend support to mandatory national service. Rawls emphasizes that every individual should have an equal right to the most extensive total system of basic liberties, and social and economic inequalities should be arranged so they are to the greatest benefit of the least advantaged, a principle known as the difference principle. A national service program, particularly one that offers skills training and educational opportunities, could be seen as a way to promote this form of justice. Finally, Rawls emphasized the importance of what he called ‘fair equality of opportunity”—that everyone should have a reasonable opportunity to aspire to any social position. A well-designed national service program might help promote this kind of opportunity by providing all participants, regardless of their background, with valuable skills, experiences, and networks. Of course, Rawls strongly believed in liberty, so while there is a good chance that he’d support national service, we don’t know if he’d support mandatory national service. Immanuel Kant. Kantian ethics, with its focus on duty, obligation, and the categorical imperative (the idea that we should act only in ways that we would want to become universal laws), might be invoked in support of national service. If one believes it is a moral duty to contribute to the betterment of society, then a system like mandatory national service could align with a Kantian framework. Kant also placed great value on the autonomy and dignity of the individual. In line with this, a Kantian view would likely insist that a mandatory service program respect the individual rights and dignity of its participants. It would need to treat them as ends in themselves, not merely as means to societal goals. Kant’s philosophy also emphasizes the idea of the “kingdom of ends”—a community in which all individuals respect each other’s dignity and autonomy. A national service program, by fostering a sense of mutual responsibility and shared effort, could be seen as a step toward this ideal. However, the coercive nature of a mandatory program might pose challenges to a Kantian perspective, which places high value on freedom and autonomy. A Kantian might therefore argue that any system of national service should be voluntary, not compulsory. Like Rawls, it gets tricky when we talk about the mandatory nature of the program. Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Rousseau’s political philosophy is grounded in the concepts of the social contract and the general will. He believed that citizens have a duty to submit to the general will for the common good, even when it conflicts with their personal desires. From a Rousseauian perspective, mandatory national service could be seen as a manifestation of the general will in service of the common good. Rousseau also believed in the idea of civic virtue—the notion that citizens should be willing to put the interests of the community above their own. Mandatory national service can be seen as an embodiment of this principle, as it requires individuals to contribute their time and effort to the broader community or nation. Furthermore, Rousseau argued that participation in civic life is a key aspect of individual freedom. By this logic, participation in a national service program could be seen not as an imposition but as a form of active civic engagement and an exercise of individual freedom. However, Rousseau also emphasized the importance of ‘moral freedom—the happiness and freedom to obey laws that one has had a part in making. If a mandatory national service program were implemented without broad public support, a Rousseauian might object that it infringes on this moral freedom. Again, the “rub” is with the “mandatory” nature of the program. John Stuart Mill. Mill’s utilitarianism, which suggests the moral course of action is the one that maximizes overall “happiness,” could be used to argue for national service if one believes that such a program would lead to a greater overall societal good. John Stuart Mill’s philosophy of utilitarianism holds that the right course of action is the one that maximizes overall happiness, or ‘utility’. If one believes that mandatory national service would lead to greater overall societal good, perhaps by addressing pressing societal needs or fostering a more engaged citizenry, then a Millian argument could be made in its favor. Mill also believed strongly in the importance of individual liberty, arguing that the only legitimate reason for interfering with someone’s liberty was to prevent harm to others. This principle, known as the harm principle, could provide another argument for national service: if failure to contribute to addressing societal problems is seen as causing harm, then requiring service could be justified. However, the mandatory aspect of national service could be seen as conflicting with Mill’s emphasis on individual freedom. Mill argued for the importance of experiments in living and warned against the tyranny of the majority. From this perspective, compulsory service could be seen as an undue imposition on individual liberty. Moreover, Mill emphasized the importance of quality, not just quantity, in considering happiness. He distinguished between higher and lower pleasures, arguing that intellectual and moral pleasures are of a higher kind than physical ones. A utilitarian analysis of national service would therefore need to consider not just the amount of happiness produced but also its quality. Martha Nussbaum and Amartya Sen Both Nussbaum and Sen have advocated for a capabilities approach to justice, which focuses on what individuals are able to do and be. If a mandatory national service progr.am were designed to enhance individuals’ capabilities (for example, by providing education, training, or meaningful work), it could align with this philosophical perspective. Remember that these are interpretations and extensions of these philosophers’ ideas, and it’s uncertain how these thinkers would feel about mandatory national service in a contemporary context. Also, each of these philosophies contains principles that could be used to argue against such a program. For example, Mill’s emphasis on individual liberty could be invoked to argue against the coercive aspect of mandatory service. Similarly, Rawls might have concerns about mandatory service if it infringed on basic liberties or did not primarily benefit the least advantaged members of society. As noted above, the resolution asks if national service “ought” to be mandatory, not if it would become mandatory. But, regardless, it is useful to look to see what politicians support it in order to improve your keyword searches and get additional ideas. It’s also useful to research what these politicians think of national service. These are a few that support national service, if not mandatory national service. John McCain. During his 2008 Presidential campaign, Senator John McCain, a Republican from Arizona, proposed an expansion of national service programs. He was a strong supporter of AmeriCorps and advocated for increasing the size of the program. Barack Obama. President Obama was a strong proponent of national service. During his presidency, he signed the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act in 2009, which aimed to triple the size of AmeriCorps from 75,000 to 250,000 members by 2017 and established new service programs focused on different areas such as education, public health, and clean energy. Pete Buttigieg. During his 2020 presidential campaign, Buttigieg proposed a national service program that would create a network of 1 million national service members by 2026. He argued that this program would help to bridge social, economic, and political divides in the country. Seth Moulton. Representative Seth Moulton, a Democrat from Massachusetts, has been a strong advocate for national service. He has introduced several pieces of legislation aimed at expanding national service programs. At least two politicians support mandatory national service. John Delaney. Former Maryland Representative John Delaney, who ran for president in 2020, proposed a plan for a mandatory national service program as part of his platform. Delaney’s plan would have required all Americans to complete a year of national service after they turn 18. Charles Rangel. Former Representative Charles Rangel, a Democrat from New York, repeatedly introduced bills in Congress to reinstate the draft and establish a mandatory national service program. Rangel argued that if all Americans had a personal stake in the nation’s wars, decision-makers would be less likely to engage in military conflict. Values and Criterion Before moving to the negative, I want to highlight two critical parts of the L-D debate: values and criteria The value is the overall principle a person wants to defend, and the criteria are what are used to determine if the value is achieved. So, for example, the affirmative may say the value is morality, and the criteria to achieve it are utilitarianism—the greatest good for the greatest number of people. They might then argue that deterring war accomplishes the greatest good. The negative may also say morality, but may defend deontological ethics for determining if the value is achieved, arguing that mandatory service is a deontological rights violation that can never be accepted. Each debater may debate the other side’s value and criterion, arguing in favor of their own, or they may concede the other side’s value and criterion and argue that their own argument supports victory in that framework. For example, the negative may concede that utilitarianism is the best approach but then argue that the greatest good for the greatest number proves the judge should vote against it because mandatory national service may cause some disaster. While there are potential benefits to implementing a large national service program, there are also several potential disadvantages. Cost. Establishing and maintaining a large-scale national service program would be expensive. It would require significant government funding to pay for stipends or salaries, training, administration, equipment, and other related costs. Implementing a large-scale mandatory service program would be a complex logistical challenge. Decisions would need to be made about who serves when, where they serve, what kind of work they do, how they are trained, and how their work is overseen and evaluated. Coordinating these logistics for potentially millions of participants could be very difficult and expensive. Given the many other demands on public resources, it might be challenging to secure sufficient funding without cutting other important programs, raising taxes, or simply borrowing more money. In fact, it might be so expensive that all three could result. Negative debaters might argue that borrowing more money hurts the economy and that raising taxes hurts the economy. They might also argue that funding a large national service program could be traded off with funding other programs, including those that help the poor. Worker displacement. There’s a risk that national service members could end up displacing regular workers, particularly in sectors like education, the environment, and public health, where service members often work. This could lead to job losses and wage suppression in these sectors. Inequity. There’s a risk that a national service program could be implemented in an inequitable way. For instance, wealthier individuals might be able to secure more desirable service positions, or some participants might receive more valuable training and networking opportunities than others. Opportunity Cost for Individuals. Mandatory national service could delay or disrupt other important activities like higher education, career advancement, or family responsibilities. For some individuals, the time spent in service could have been more productively spent on other pursuits. Family support. Many individuals have to support their families, especially families of limited means. If individuals who are 18–22 have to care for younger siblings or older grandparents, this could increase poverty. Coercion/slavery. Mandatory national service might be seen as an infringement on personal freedom. In a country that values individual liberties, compelling individuals to participate in national service could be viewed as overreaching by the government. Moreover, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution states: “Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for a crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States or any place subject to their jurisdiction.” Involuntary servitude refers to forcing an individual to work for another’s gain without the worker’s consent. When it comes to mandatory national service, there are arguments that it could, in some forms, be construed as involuntary servitude. Lack of consent. The primary argument is that if national service is mandatory, individuals are required to participate regardless of their personal desires or career plans. This might be seen as a form of coercion that could arguably fall under the definition of involuntary servitude. Restricted Personal freedom. During the period of mandatory service, individuals’ personal freedoms are often significantly limited. They may have restricted control over where they live, their daily schedules, and the type of work they do. Limited Compensation. While national service programs typically provide some form of compensation, it’s usually less than what participants could earn in a regular job. Some people argue that this, combined with the mandatory nature of the service, could be seen as a form of exploitation. Lack of Choice in Service. If individuals cannot choose the type of service they are required to do, they might be compelled to perform work that is against their principles, beliefs, or interests. However, it’s important to note that the Supreme Court of the United States has upheld the constitutionality of conscription (mandatory military service), distinguishing it from involuntary servitude. The Court held that the powers to declare war and raise armies granted to Congress by the Constitution implicitly permit conscription. The legal precedent was set by the U.S. Supreme Court in the 1918 case Arver v. United States (the Selective Draft Law Cases). The court ruled that the military draft was not a violation of the Thirteenth Amendment’s prohibition on involuntary servitude. They concluded that the draft was not “involuntary servitude” because it was a civic obligation. But the draft was specifically related to military service in a time of war, and it’s unclear how this precedent would apply to a mandatory civilian national service program in peacetime. There are good arguments that the government’s power to require service might be more limited in a civilian, peacetime context. It’s also worth noting that the Thirteenth Amendment does have an exception for involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime. According to some legal scholars, court-ordered community service may qualify as a form of involuntary servitude that is constitutionally acceptable. However, this is a different issue from mandatory national service for all citizens. A common negative approach to this topic will be to argue that mandatory national service is a violation of freedom and that a violation of freedom should never be accepted. We saw some of the reasons why in the discussion of how philosophers may approach this topic. Statism and service to the “nation state are bad. In the introduction to this piece, we talked about how “national” service is service done for the purpose of supporting the country. Obviously, this service could have additional objectives (reducing poverty, reducing climate change), but the idea of it being “national service” is that it is service to the “nation.” For many years, there was a popular argument in debate called “statism,” which basically took the position that it was bad to increase the power of the government, the “state.” There will be some different “spins” on this argument on this topic as well. If this were a varsity topic, debaters may argue for an alternative of supporting the service the affirmative defines as valuable without necessarily arguing in favor of “national service” or service in favor of the state. Voluntary service. Voluntary service could be presented as an alternative to national service, though presenting alternatives in the L-D debate is controversial, at least on most circuits. Regardless of the desirability of arguing for an alternative, however, negative debaters could argue that mandatory service trades off with voluntary service. If up two two years of service are required by the government, it is obviously less likely that people will choose to participate in service. Voluntary service respects individual freedoms and allows people to make their own choices about how they contribute to society. In a nation that highly values individual freedom, mandatory service could be seen as an infringement on these liberties. Moreover, volunteers typically choose to participate in service activities because they are motivated and committed to the cause. This can result in higher-quality service because the individuals involved are passionate and engaged in the work they are doing. On the other hand, those who are required to serve might not be as motivated, which could potentially impact the quality of their work. Voluntary programs can also be costly but are generally less so because they’re typically smaller scale and do not have to provide for every eligible citizen. Kritiks are not popular (or even encouraged) on all L-D circuits, but they are also quite common on some. “Kritik” (often abbreviated as “K”) is a type of argument used in policy debate that challenges a certain mindset, assumption, or discursive element inherent in the resolution or in the opponent’s case. This term comes from the German word “Kritik,” which means “critique” or “criticism.” Unlike other arguments in debate that generally focus on the practical implementation or consequences of the resolution, a kritik tends to focus more on philosophical, theoretical, or ideological issues. It might question the language used in the debate, the underlying assumptions of the arguments, or the societal norms and structures that the resolution or the other team’s case upholds. For example, a kritik might argue that the opponent’s case reinforces harmful power structures, relies on flawed assumptions about human nature, or uses language in a way that marginalizes certain groups. In the instance of this topic, common kritiks include the idea that national service in the US will perpetuate the myths and values of capitalism in a way that reinforces capitalism. National service can reinforce capitalism in various ways. It can instill attributes such as a strong work ethic, discipline, and a sense of responsibility, which are highly valued in a capitalist society and can increase an individual’s productivity and employability. National service programs often offer skills training that can be transferred to jobs in the private sector, thereby providing a trained workforce that supports a capitalist economy. By fostering a structured environment for young people, national service can contribute to social stability, which is crucial for the seamless operation of capitalist systems. It also allows for networking opportunities among individuals from diverse backgrounds, which is beneficial in a capitalist economy where connections often influence career advancement. Post-service, individuals might have increased income to spend on goods and services, driving demand in a capitalist economy. Lastly, national service can assist with resource allocation in a capitalist system by guiding individuals into fields with high demand but a low supply of workers. Anti-blackness and afropessimism. There are various manifestations of this argument, but all include the idea that national service and/or supporting civil society are anti-black. Civil society and national service programs can inadvertently perpetuate systemic anti-Black racism through various mechanisms. They may foster exclusion by systematically barring Black individuals from participation due to overt discrimination or subtler entry barriers. These entities often lack diverse representation in leadership roles, leading to policies and practices that do not adequately cater to the needs of Black communities. Unconscious biases and stereotypes can be perpetuated, influencing focus areas and decision-making processes that could disproportionately impact Black individuals. Disparities in resource allocation can exacerbate the issue, as organizations led by or serving Black individuals often receive less funding, limiting their effectiveness. Operating within the broader societal context of structural racism, these organizations can inadvertently perpetuate systemic inequalities if they do not actively work against these societal forces. Thus, even though civil society and national service programs have the potential to challenge and dismantle systemic racism, there is a good chance they will unintentionally reinforce anti-Black racism. The mandatory national service topic is a good novice topic, as it introduces some of the key issues in L-D debate (morality, individual freedom, obligations of citizenship) as well as common issues that come up (climate change, economic growth, US military power projection and leadership). The pros and cons of service itself will trigger some debate, but the big issue surrounding the topic focus on the mandatory nature of the service. Negative debaters should challenge the idea that it needs to be mandatory and Affirmative debaters will have to defend that it does need to be mandatory.

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Understanding whether it is a drama, comedy, thriller, or a mix of genres can help set the right mood and be prepared for potential twists and turns in the narrative. Exploring the themes and key issues addressed in Women Talking is another valuable aspect of pre-watching research. Look for interviews or articles that discuss the central focus of the series. This can provide insight into the show’s exploration of gender dynamics, feminist themes, social issues, or any other relevant topics. Consider engaging with online forums or social media platforms where viewers discuss the show. This can provide a diverse range of perspectives, theories, and interpretations that can enhance the viewing experience. However, beware of spoilers or biased opinions that may affect your own perception of the series. Lastly, understanding the audience and critical reception of Women Talking can offer valuable insights. Reading reviews and listening to podcasts discussing the series can shed light on its impact, relevance, and overall quality. However, keep in mind that everyone has different tastes and opinions, so be open to forming your own judgment. By conducting this preliminary research, viewers can approach Women Talking with a comprehensive understanding of its background, themes, and reception. This allows for a deeper engagement with the series and a greater appreciation of its artistic and storytelling elements. Creating a Feminist Lens When watching Women Talking, it is important to approach the series with a feminist lens. Creating this lens involves adopting a critical and analytical perspective that examines the portrayal of gender, challenges traditional gender roles, and explores the feminist themes presented in the show. One way to create a feminist lens is to be aware of the representation of female characters and their agency within the series. Pay attention to how women are portrayed in terms of their strength, autonomy, and complexity. Look for examples of women breaking free from traditional gender expectations and defying societal norms. Another aspect of the feminist lens is the examination of power dynamics and gender politics. Consider how power is distributed among the characters and whether there are patterns of oppression, discrimination, or misogynistic behavior. Reflect on how gender influences the characters’ interactions, decisions, and the overall narrative structure. Furthermore, analyze how Women Talking challenges or reinforces gender stereotypes. Are the female characters multidimensional, or do they fall into the trap of one-dimensional tropes? Look for instances where the show subverts gender expectations and provides a more accurate reflection of the diverse experiences of women. Alongside the portrayal of women, it is important to evaluate the representation of men in the series. Consider whether men are shown as allies in the fight for gender equality or if they perpetuate harmful patriarchal norms. Analyzing the male characters and their relationships with women can provide valuable insights into the show’s exploration of gender dynamics. Additionally, examine the dialogues and conversations within Women Talking. Look for instances of feminist discourse, where women discuss issues of gender inequality, agency, and empowerment. Consider the portrayal of female friendships, mentorship, and solidarity, as these can be important themes in a feminist lens. Creating a feminist lens also includes engaging in critical discussions about the series. Participate in conversations, whether online or offline, to share your observations, interpretations, and ideas with others. This can help broaden your perspective and challenge your assumptions, leading to a more nuanced understanding of the show from a feminist standpoint. By creating a feminist lens, viewers can actively engage with Women Talking’s exploration of gender representation, feminist themes, and power dynamics. This lens allows for a deeper analysis of the series, promoting critical thinking, and fostering a more meaningful viewing experience. Paying Attention to Female Characters When watching Women Talking, it is crucial to pay close attention to the female characters and their development throughout the series. By focusing on their journeys, motivations, and interactions, viewers can gain a deeper understanding of the show’s exploration of gender dynamics and feminist themes. One aspect to observe is the diversity of female characters represented in the series. Take note of their different backgrounds, personalities, and experiences. Are there women of varying ages, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, or sexual orientations? Recognizing and appreciating this diversity contributes to a more inclusive and realistic portrayal of women. Another element to pay attention to is the character arcs of the women. Observe how they grow, change, and overcome obstacles throughout the series. Are there moments of empowerment and self-discovery? Do they challenge societal expectations and carve their own paths? Analyzing their character development offers insight into the show’s exploration of female agency and resilience. Furthermore, observe the relationships between female characters. Pay attention to their friendships, conflicts, and support systems. Are there moments of solidarity and mutual empowerment among women? How do these relationships contribute to the overall narrative and the portrayal of female experiences? It is also important to consider how the female characters are treated in the series. Are they subjected to objectification, violence, or discrimination, or are they depicted as individuals with agency and dignity? Analyzing their treatment sheds light on larger societal issues and the show’s commentary on gender inequality. Moreover, examine the dialogue and interactions among the women. Are their voices and perspectives given equal weight and importance? Do they engage in meaningful conversations that address feminist themes and issues? Paying attention to their dialogues allows viewers to understand the depth of their thoughts and experiences. Finally, consider how the women navigate and respond to the challenges they face within the series. Do they exhibit strength, resilience, and determination in the face of adversity? How do they negotiate power dynamics and societal expectations? Analyzing their responses can provide valuable insights into the show’s exploration of gender roles and norms. By paying attention to the female characters in Women Talking, viewers can engage with the series at a deeper level. This attention allows for a more nuanced understanding of the show’s exploration of gender dynamics, female agency, and the diverse experiences of women. Analyzing Female Dialogue and Interactions When watching Women Talking, a critical analysis of the female dialogue and interactions is vital for understanding the complexities of the characters and the overarching themes of the series. By closely examining how women communicate with one another and their interactions within the narrative, viewers can gain valuable insights into the portrayal of gender dynamics and the larger social commentary. One aspect to analyze is the nature of female dialogue in the series. Pay attention to the depth and substance of their conversations. Are they engaging in meaningful discussions about their experiences and thoughts? Do their dialogues revolve around gender-related issues, empowerment, or social change? The examination of their dialogue sheds light on the show’s exploration of feminist themes and the representation of women’s voices. Additionally, consider the interactions between female characters. Look for moments of support, collaboration, and empowerment among them. Do they actively uplift and advocate for one another? Observe how they navigate power dynamics and respond to societal expectations. The analysis of their interactions offers insights into the portrayal of female relationships and the importance of solidarity. Moreover, pay attention to how male and female characters engage in dialogue and interact with one another. Are there instances where the female characters challenge or confront male characters, asserting their agency and demanding equal treatment? Does the series highlight moments of dialogue that subvert traditional gender roles and expectations? Examining these interactions can provide a deeper understanding of the show’s exploration of power dynamics and gender equality. Another aspect to consider is how female characters communicate non-verbally. Look for subtle cues, body language, and facial expressions that convey their emotions, desires, and intentions. Non-verbal communication provides additional layers of depth to their characters and adds nuance to their interactions. Furthermore, analyze the language used to describe and address female characters. Pay attention to any instances of sexism or objectification, as well as moments where their agency and autonomy are emphasized. Does the series challenge or reinforce traditional gendered language stereotypes? This analysis reveals how language can shape perceptions and reinforce societal norms. By analyzing the female dialogue and interactions in Women Talking, viewers can gain a deeper understanding of the show’s portrayal of gender dynamics and feminist themes. This examination allows for a nuanced interpretation of character relationships, social commentary, and the exploration of women’s agency within the series. Recognizing Gender Stereotypes and Tropes When watching Women Talking, it is important to pay attention to the presence and portrayal of gender stereotypes and tropes within the series. By recognizing and analyzing these stereotypes and tropes, viewers can better understand the ways in which traditional gender norms and expectations are reinforced or challenged. Gender stereotypes are rigid and oversimplified beliefs or assumptions about the characteristics, roles, and behaviors of men and women. Keep an eye out for instances where female characters conform to these stereotypes, such as being portrayed as overly emotional, nurturing, or dependent on male validation. By identifying and questioning these portrayals, viewers can reflect on the limitations they impose and the potential harm they perpetuate. Tropes, on the other hand, are recurring themes, plot devices, or character archetypes commonly found in media. In the context of gender, there are numerous tropes that can be present in Women Talking, such as the “damsel in distress,” the “manic pixie dream girl,” or the “femme fatale.” Recognizing these tropes helps to understand the ways in which women’s roles are often reduced to predictable and restrictive patterns. By identifying gender stereotypes and tropes, viewers can critically analyze the ways in which Women Talking either challenges or reinforces these narratives. Look for instances where female characters break free from stereotypes, defy expectations, or subvert traditional gender roles. These moments offer a chance to celebrate the complexity and agency of the characters. Equally important is scrutinizing how the series may inadvertently perpetuate gender stereotypes and tropes. Reflect on whether certain characters or storylines reinforce harmful narratives or contribute to the marginalization of women. Recognize that even well-intentioned media can unintentionally perpetuate harmful stereotypes, and examining these instances helps foster a more critical engagement with the show. Moreover, consider how intersectionality interacts with gender stereotypes and tropes in the series. Are certain characters subjected to multiple layers of stereotypes based not just on their gender, but also on their race, sexuality, or other identities? This analysis helps to understand the complex ways in which different forms of oppression intersect. By recognizing gender stereotypes and tropes, viewers can contribute to a more nuanced understanding of Women Talking’s portrayal of gender dynamics. This critical analysis allows for a deeper engagement with the series and a greater awareness of the potential impact of media on our perceptions, attitudes, and societal norms. Examining Power Dynamics and Gender Politics Examining power dynamics and gender politics is essential when watching Women Talking, as it sheds light on the ways in which gender inequalities and power imbalances are depicted and challenged within the series. By analyzing these dynamics, viewers can gain a deeper understanding of the social, cultural, and systemic forces that influence the lives of the characters and the broader issues at play. Firstly, pay attention to the portrayal of power relationships between men and women. Look for instances where men wield authority, hold positions of power, or exert control over women. Analyze how these power dynamics affect the choices and opportunities available to women, as well as the impact on their autonomy and agency. Consider how the series addresses systemic gender inequities and sexism within various settings, such as workplaces, families, or institutions. Look for instances where gender biases are exposed, challenged, or perpetuated. Analyze how these power dynamics intersect with other forms of discrimination, such as race, class, or sexuality, to shape the experiences of the characters. Furthermore, explore how the female characters navigate and resist these power imbalances. Observe moments of resistance, empowerment, and strategies employed by women to challenge oppressive systems. Analyze how they assert their agency, challenge societal expectations, or form alliances to navigate oppressive environments. Additionally, examine the show’s exploration of gender politics and the social norms that govern the behavior of men and women. Analyze how gender roles, expectations, and stereotypes are reinforced or challenged through various characters and their interactions. Reflect on how these portrayals contribute to a larger conversation about societal norms and the perpetuation of gender inequalities. Consider the ways in which Women Talking explores intersectionality in relation to power dynamics. Analyze how the characters of different races, classes, or sexual orientations navigate and experience power differentials differently. Reflect on how these intersecting identities shape their narratives and add complexity to the exploration of gender politics. By examining power dynamics and gender politics within Women Talking, viewers can gain a deeper understanding of the series’ portrayal of gender inequality and the systemic forces that perpetuate it. This analysis fosters critical thinking about societal structures and sheds light on the importance of challenging power imbalances to foster a more equitable and inclusive society. Discussing Feminist Themes in Women Talking Women Talking is a series that explores a wide range of feminist themes, providing viewers with an opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions surrounding gender, agency, empowerment, and equality. By discussing these themes, viewers can deepen their understanding of the series and its social commentary. One prominent feminist theme in Women Talking is the exploration of female agency. The series delves into the ways in which women assert their autonomy, make choices, and navigate oppressive systems. Discussing this theme allows viewers to analyze the characters’ strategies of resistance, the limitations placed upon them, and the impact of societal expectations on their ability to exercise agency. Gender inequality and its impact on women’s lives is another key theme in the series. By discussing this theme, viewers can explore the various forms of discrimination and oppression faced by women, including the systemic barriers that limit their opportunities and experiences. It prompts critical reflection on the ways in which gender intersects with other forms of social inequality. Women’s solidarity and the power of collective action is another important feminist theme in Women Talking. Discussing this theme allows viewers to examine the ways in which women support and empower one another to challenge patriarchal systems. It highlights the importance of building alliances and working together to effect change. Intersectionality is another vital feminist theme explored in the series. Discussing this theme encourages viewers to examine the ways in which gender intersects with other aspects of identity, such as race, class, and sexuality. This intersectional analysis helps illuminate the unique experiences and challenges faced by women from different backgrounds. Female representation and the importance of diverse portrayals of women are significant feminist themes in Women Talking. By discussing this theme, viewers can reflect on the complexities of female characters, the absence of stereotypes, and the celebration of women’s multifaceted identities. It prompts critical examination of media representation and its impact on societal perceptions. The theme of challenging and subverting traditional gender roles is prevalent throughout the series. Discussing this theme allows viewers to analyze instances where characters break free from societal expectations, defy gender norms, and forge their own paths. It prompts critical reflection on the possibilities and limitations imposed by traditional gender roles and expectations. By discussing these feminist themes in Women Talking, viewers can engage in meaningful conversations about gender, power, and social change. It fosters a deeper understanding of the series’ impact and enables viewers to connect the narrative to real-world conversations and activism surrounding gender equality. Engaging in Critical Conversations Engaging in critical conversations about Women Talking is essential for a comprehensive understanding of the series’ portrayal of gender dynamics, feminist themes, and social issues. By actively participating in these conversations, viewers can gain new perspectives, challenge their own assumptions, and contribute to a broader dialogue about gender equality and representation. One way to engage in critical conversations is by discussing the portrayal of female characters. Share your thoughts and interpretations on their development, agency, and the complexity of their experiences. Explore different perspectives and consider how their journeys contribute to the larger themes of the series. Furthermore, discuss the representation of gender dynamics and power relationships within the show. Analyze the nuances of these dynamics and their implications for gender equality. Examine how the series challenges or reinforces traditional gender norms and power imbalances, and consider what broader social commentary may be present. Examining the feminist themes present in Women Talking is another important aspect of critical conversations. Share your insights and interpretations on the exploration of agency, gender inequality, solidarity, intersectionality, and other relevant themes. Build upon the ideas of others and explore how these themes intersect with your own experiences and perspectives. Take the opportunity to discuss the impact of Women Talking on your own beliefs, attitudes, and understanding of gender issues. Reflect on how the series challenges or reinforces your own assumptions and biases. Engage in respectful conversations that create space for personal growth and learning. Listening to diverse voices and perspectives is crucial in critical conversations. Seek out and actively engage with different viewpoints, particularly those that challenge your own understanding of gender and feminism. Embrace the opportunity to learn from others and expand your knowledge and empathy. Online forums, social media groups, and book clubs focused on Women Talking can provide platforms for critical conversations. Participate in these spaces to share your thoughts, learn from others, and contribute to a vibrant and inclusive dialogue. Remember to approach these conversations with respect, empathy, and an openness to diverse perspectives. Engaging in critical conversations about Women Talking not only enhances your own understanding and appreciation of the series, but also contributes to broader discussions about gender, representation, and equality in society. Through these conversations, we can collectively work towards a more inclusive and equitable future.

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Oxymoron is a type of figure of speech that will be heard in spoken English many times. It is also found in a literary sense in works such as songs, poems, and fiction. But what exactly is an oxymoron and how can it be used? In this article, we are going to discuss the meaning of oxymoron and look at how it is used in both spoken and written language. We will do this by taking a look at some examples of times in which oxymoron has been used in literature and in everyday conversation. What Is an Oxymoron? An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines seemingly contradictory terms or ideas. This rhetorical device is used to emphasize a particular point, often revealing a deeper or hidden truth. It can be found in various forms of literature, poetry, and everyday language. Elements of an oxymoron may include contrasting words or ideas, placed side by side for effect. While an oxymoron may seem nonsensical or contradictory, its main purpose is to provoke thought and convey complexity. Oxymoron is a type of figurative language that involves the use of two words that appear to contradict one another but when used together make a true and sometimes positive statement. It is a rhetorical device that can be used in order to reveal a paradox by using two self-contradicting terms. It is also used in a literary sense in order to add a more complex feel to the text and in order to cause the reader to think in a more profound way about the situation at hand. The term “oxymoron” itself is derived from the Greek words “oxy” meaning “sharp” and “moron” meaning “dull.” It describes the interplay of opposing terms in a word or phrase, essentially creating a “sharp-dull” idea that captures the attention of the reader or listener. Different Types of Oxymorons - Adjective-noun pairs: The most recognizable oxymorons often include an adjective followed by a noun. These combinations create striking mental images and challenge conventional thinking. Examples include “bitter sweet,” “deafening silence,” and “open secret.” - Verb-noun pairs: In this type, a verb contradicts the noun it modifies, as seen in phrases like “to freeze a burn” or “to organize chaos.” - Adverb-adjective pairs: These oxymorons involve an adverb modifying a contradicting adjective, such as “incredibly ordinary” and “clearly confusing.” - Phrasal oxymorons: These are multi-word expressions that contain contradictory elements. Examples include “living death,” “hurry up and wait,” and “peaceful war.” |Phrasal oxymoron||Peaceful war| In conclusion, understanding oxymorons requires recognizing the deliberate juxtaposition of contradictory terms to create thought-provoking expressions. Through the use of oxymorons in various forms and combinations, writers and speakers can engage the audience’s intellect and encourage deeper exploration of the ideas they present. Oxymoron Examples in Literature Shakespeare and Oxymorons Oxymorons have been widely employed in literature to emphasize contrasts and evoke deeper meanings. One prominent author who made excellent use of oxymorons is William Shakespeare. In his play Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare frequently uses oxymorons to express the complexity and contradictory nature of emotions. For example, in Act 1, Scene 1, Romeo says, “O brawling love, O loving hate,” which highlights the paradoxical relationship between love and hate. Shakespeare’s utilization of oxymoronic phrases showcases his mastery of language and allows him to convey intricate emotions to his audience. Oxymoron Examples in Notable Works and Authors Other esteemed authors have incorporated oxymorons in their works as well. Some notable examples include: - Alfred, Lord Tennyson: In his poem Idylls of the King, Tennyson uses oxymorons to describe the melancholic character of King Arthur. An example from the poem is the phrase “faith unfaithful,” which reflects the struggle between trust and betrayal that characterized Arthur’s reign. - Lord Byron: The famous Romantic poet, Lord Byron, also employs oxymorons in his writings. In the poem Don Juan, for instance, he pens the line “melancholy merriment” to display the character’s conflicting emotions between sorrow and amusement. - Oscar Wilde: Another literary master, Oscar Wilde, artfully employs oxymorons in his works. In The Picture of Dorian Gray, he writes, “the only way to get rid of a temptation is to yield to it,” skillfully illustrating the contradictory nature of human desires and choices. Other Examples of Oxymorons in Literature We often see oxymorons used as a literary device, for the purpose of encouraging the reader to think more deeply about the meaning of a statement. We are now going to look at some examples of times that oxymoron has been used within the written text. - In the play, Romeo and Juliet written by William Shakespeare, we see many examples of an oxymoron being used, in such phrases as ‘in heavy lightness’ and ‘bright smoke.’ There are other examples in the same play such as ‘in sick health’ and ‘the cold fire.’ - In Lancelot and Elaine written by Alfred Lord Tennyson, we see an example of oxymoron in the phrase ‘his honour which was rooted in dishonour.’ - In ‘Petrachs 134th sonnet written by Sir Thomas Wyatt, there is an example of the use of oxymoron in the line ‘I burn like ice.’ We see further examples in the same piece of writing in the lines ‘I find no peace but all my war is finished.’ and ‘I flee above wind and yet I cannot rise above.’ These examples are written in a more old English style but still fall under the category of oxymoron. - In ‘essays of criticism’ written by Alexander Pope, we can see an example of oxymoron when we read the line ‘the bookish blockhead who ignorantly reads.’ - In the play Hamlet written by William Shakespeare, we see many examples of oxymoron, one of these examples comes in the line ‘I must be cruel in order to be kind.’ - Once again, in the play Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, we see further examples of oxymoron in the lines ‘what a beautiful tyrant’ and he is a damned saint and an honourable thief.’ - In a speech made by a president of Egypt, we see the use of oxymoron in the line ‘it is a step forward even though there was no progress.’ - In a speech made by the President of the United States, Donald Trump, we see an example of oxymoron in the sentence which reads ‘there was nothing taken, I had an honest thief.’ - A statement made by the singer Isaac B, we can see an example of oxymoron in the line ‘we have to believe in free will because we have no other choice.’ - In the poem entitled ‘the send off’ by Wilfred Owen, we see an example of oxymoron when he describes something as ‘grimly gay.’ - In ‘A picture of Dorian Grey’ written by Oscar Wilde, we see another example of the use of oxymoron in the statement which reads ‘I can believe in anything provided that it is incredible.’ These examples illustrate how oxymorons in literature have been used to create nuanced and thought-provoking illustrations of emotions, ideas, and themes. Through the careful use of language and the juxtaposition of seemingly opposing words, authors have employed this figure of speech to enhance their storytelling and engage the reader. Oxymoron Examples in Everyday Language Common Phrases and Sentences Oxymorons are often found in everyday language, enhancing the impact of a statement or adding a touch of humor. These are phrases or sentences that combine contradictory or opposing ideas to create a unique image or idea in the reader or listener’s mind. Some examples of oxymorons frequently used in everyday speech include: - Sweet sorrow - Cruel kindness - Alone together - Same difference These phrases demonstrate the versatility of oxymorons and their ability to capture life’s incongruities in a succinct and memorable way. Additionally, there are many common oxymoron examples that have integrated themselves into the fabric of the English language: - Old news - Deafening silence - Jumbo shrimp - Original copy These expressions might be used in conversation or texts to convey an idea, emotion, or situation that wouldn’t be as effectively communicated using different words. Oxymoron Examples in Pop Culture Oxymorons are a prevalent rhetorical device in various forms of pop culture, including music, film, and literature. They can elicit a range of emotions from love to humor, or even create thought-provoking statements about society, relationships, and the human experience. A famous example of an oxymoron in pop culture can be found in the song “All of Me” by John Legend. The lyrics contain the phrase “perfect imperfections,” which highlights the beauty and complexity of loving someone despite their flaws. Within literature and films, oxymorons are often used to heighten drama or create a sense of irony. For example, phrases like “pointedly foolish” and “seriously funny” might be employed to emphasize a character’s qualities or actions in conflict with their intentions or expectations. Oxymorons are also prevalent in various forms of media and everyday conversation, particularly when discussing modern technology, innovations, or societal trends. Examples include: - Virtual reality - Business ethics - Keen laziness These oxymorons underscore the inherent contradictions and complexities within the subjects being discussed. In conclusion, oxymorons are a powerful and versatile literary device that frequently appear in everyday language, pop culture, and various forms of media. They enable individuals to effectively communicate complex ideas and emotions, creating memorable imagery and thought-provoking statements. More Examples of Oxymorons in Everyday Speech There are many times in which oxymoron is used in day-to-day conversation. It is a common form of figurative language found in informal conversation. We will now take a look at some examples of the use of oxymorons in a conversational sense. The use of oxymorons will be highlighted in bold. - He showed a cruel kindness. - The living death. - The walking dead. - It was an open secret. - The play was a tragic comedy. - We saw a comedian last night, he was seriously funny. - The model who won the competition was awfully pretty. - He had an air of foolish wisdom about him. - These are the original copies of the manuscript. - The substance was a liquid gas. - The couple seemed to have a love-hate relationship. - We wore our virtual reality helmets to play the game. - The workers were actually paid volunteers. - She kept telling me the same thing, it was old news. - I am going to need an exact estimate of the cost. - Many fighters were killed in friendly fire. - I was absolutely uncertain of the cause. - We will have to agree to disagree on the subject. - She was regularly irregular. - She always felt as though she was alone in a crowd. - We came up with an approximate solution to the problem. - After the children had gone to bed, there was a deafening silence. - If I had to give my unbiased opinion… - We were awfully lucky to have avoided any damage from the flood. - There were a lot of unpopular celebrities at the award ceremony. - We are going to a slumber party. - We are suffering from increasing losses. - She is a real earth angel. - He helped to perform assisted suicide. - I prefer to eat jumbo shrimp. - I told him to just act natural. - There was something about the town which was oddly familiar. - The work that the builders did was partially completed. - He is known to behave badly. - There is a large minority within the company. - She is a fairly nasty person. - The woman we saw today was pretty ugly. - My favorite subject at school is modern history. - He lives in a mobile home. - His part in the play is the sad clown. Functions and Effects of Oxymorons Emphasis and Contrast Oxymorons serve as a literary device to draw attention to a contradictory or incongruous nature within an idea or concept. By joining two conflicting words, like “sharp-dull” or “civil war,” they create a contrast for the reader to process. This can help highlight specific aspects of the subject, emphasizing particular details or elements that may otherwise be overlooked. For example, the phrase “organized chaos” underscores the paradoxical nature of seemingly chaotic situations that still follow some form of structure. Humor and Irony Another function of oxymorons is their ability to convey humor and irony in a clever, concise manner. By pairing words that seemingly oppose each other, such as “awfully good” or “working vacation,” oxymorons create a surprising or entertaining effect that engages the reader. This contradiction in terms often elicits laughter or amusement, as it goes against our expectations. Some notable comical oxymorons are “military intelligence” and “passive-aggressive,” which provide a new way of looking at these familiar concepts by highlighting their inherent contrasts. Uncovering Deeper Truths While oxymorons can be a source of humor or emphasis, they can also serve a more profound purpose in revealing deeper truths about the subject at hand. When Alexander Pope, a famous poet, used the oxymoron “terrible beauty” to describe the Atlantic Ocean, he intended to capture the dualistic nature of this vast body of water: its enchanting allure and its potentially dangerous power. By using an oxymoron, writers can challenge and invite readers to dive deeper into the subject and consider different facets or layers that might be overlooked in other forms of figurative language. In conclusion, oxymorons are a versatile literary device that can serve various functions, from emphasizing contrasts and highlighting incongruities to providing humor and irony or unearthing deeper truths. Whether applied to a poetic description or a comical phrase, oxymorons can communicate complex ideas in an engaging, entertaining, and thought-provoking manner. How to Use Oxymorons in Your Writing Creating Impact with Oxymorons Oxymorons, a rhetorical device that combines two contradictory words, can be a powerful tool to create impact in writing. They can evoke strong emotions or provoke thought and can be used to emphasize a point, highlight irony, or add a touch of humor. For example, phrases like “wise fool” and “friendly fire” can bring attention to the inherent contradictions within these concepts. One way to use oxymorons effectively in writing is to pair an adjective with a noun that has a seemingly opposite meaning. The result is a surprising and thought-provoking image, like the example “deafening silence.” This juxtaposition of words can help express complex ideas that might be difficult to convey otherwise. Tips for Effective Use To integrate oxymorons into your writing and make them impactful, follow these tips: - Choose words carefully: Select words that have a clear and substantial contrast in meaning. For instance, “student teacher” brings out the paradox of being both a learner and an instructor at the same time. - Use appropriate context: Ensure that the oxymoron fits the context of your writing. An oxymoron that conveys humor may not work well in a serious or formal piece. - Avoid overuse: While oxymorons can be powerful, using too many within a limited space can make your writing feel cluttered or forced. Remember, the element of surprise is key to their effectiveness. - Explore different forms: Oxymorons can be plural, like “living dead,” and can also serve as antonyms for other words. Experimenting with different forms can help you convey your ideas more effectively. Here’s a concise table summarizing the tips for using oxymorons in your writing: |Choose words carefully||Select contrasting words that create thought-provoking combinations.| |Use appropriate context||Fit the oxymoron within the tone and context of your writing.| |Avoid overuse||Use oxymorons sparingly to preserve their impact.| |Explore different forms||Experiment with plurals, antonyms, and other forms to create variety in your writing.| Remember, the use of oxymorons can be a creative and engaging way to enhance your writing. By thoughtfully selecting words and considering their placement in your text, you can make a memorable impact on your readers. After looking more in-depth at what an oxymoron is and how it can be used, we have discovered that the rhetorical device is formed by using two contradicting words or terms in order to convey a deeper, more positive meaning. Oxymoron is used frequently in both a conversational sense and in written works such as poetry, song, and stories. When used in this sense it gives a greater complexity to the piece of writing and can cause the reader to have to think more deeply about what they are reading. FAQs on Oxymoron What is an oxymoron? An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory words with opposing meanings to make a point, reveal a deeper truth, or create a unique word or phrase. Examples of oxymorons include “old news,” “deafening silence,” and “organized chaos.” How are oxymorons used in literature? Oxymorons can be used in various ways in literature, such as: - Creating an interesting contrast for emphasis - Highlighting the complexity or ambiguity of a situation - Adding humor, wit, or irony to a text - Revealing a hidden truth or deeper meaning What is the difference between an oxymoron and a paradox? While both oxymorons and paradoxes involve contradictions, they have distinct differences: - Oxymoron: A figure of speech combining contradictory terms or ideas, usually in the form of adjective-noun pairs, e.g., “proud humility.” - Paradox: A statement or argument that seems contradicting or against common sense but might still be true, e.g., “less is more.” Are there any famous oxymorons in literature? Yes, many famous literary works contain oxymorons. For instance, in Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet,” the line, “Why, then, O brawling love! O loving hate!” features an oxymoron. Is “oxymoronic” a word? Yes, “oxymoronic” is an adjective derived from “oxymoron,” describing something that is or involves an oxymoron. Last Updated on May 13, 2023

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Conlangs are classified into types and subtypes based mainly on why they are created. The three basic types are engelangs (engineered languages), auxlangs (auxiliary languages), and artlangs (artistic languages). Whatever your reason for making a language, it's good to keep always in mind why you started it in the first place. Engineered languages Edit Engelangs, sometimes called englangs, are conlangs designed to meet objective criteria, rather than subjective goals like "elegance" or "ease of use". For example, one might design an engelang so that the arrangement of sounds in a word classifies its meaning; or so that its grammatical structure imitates formal logic; or so that its expressions conform to a certain ideology or point of view (say, Taoism, or feminism). Subjective goals are always around — motivating the choice of objective criteria, and filling in gaps in the language design that the objective criteria don't address. As long as the technical criteria take precedence when deciding features of the language design, it's an engelang. Be aware (and beware) that the names for this type of conlang and its subtypes vary a bit across the conlanging community. What we're calling engelangs here, some conlangers call loglangs (a term we're using just for the ones that implement formal logic); and some other conlangers call them philosophical languages (a term we're using for a subtype of engelangs distinct from loglangs). Logical languages Edit Loglangs are conlangs built around the structure of formal logic. They are usually designed to investigate how the human mind would work when using a language with that structure. Logical languages tend to have few or no irregularities and be similar in style to computer programming or markup languages. They advocate a logical and consistent architectural structure of utterances. Lojban, a language created to test the Sapir–Whorf Hypothesis (the idea that language shapes the operation of the mind), is considered archetypal of the genre. Others are like Ithkuil, a language created by John Quijada: Ithkuil exists as an exercise in how human languages could function. These often overlap with philosophical languages. Some examples of loglangs: - Loglan — developed in the mid-twentieth century, originally as a tool with which to test the Sapir–Whorf Hypothesis. - Lojban — a community-driven offshoot of Loglan. Its development is ongoing. - Tceqli — originally inspired by Loglan, then took a turn toward the naturalistic. - CycL — a knowledge representation language, for an attempt to create artificial intelligence through vast accumulation of knowledge. - Ithkuil — intended to express thoughts precisely and densely. Philosophical languages Edit Philosophical languages are conlangs constructed to meet some philosophical goal. This goal can be to explore how the mind works by altering the fundamental structure of the language (which is the aim of some loglangs, such as Ithkuil), or it can be to see if language is even possible when certain elements are changed. In general, philosophical languages are experimental. In some of them, for example, all the words for manmade objects (artifacts) might begin with the same letter, t for instance, all the words for pieces of furniture would begin with to-, the word for "chair" would be tod, words for different types of chairs would begin with tod-, organisms with v, plant species with ve- while animals would begin with vu-, all vertebrates with vuz-, mammals with vuzu- and rodents with vuzum-. A common criticism of languages that use such a word categorization system is that the words that are most similar in meaning and topic, and will therefore most need to be distinguished from each other, will sound too alike, and become too confusable to learn, even though the goal of these languages is usually to make memorization easier. In a few of these languages a single phoneme or very short (two-letter) syllable will indicate an element of meaning, such as "light/vision", "female", or "many". Some examples of philosophical languages: - Wilkins's philosophical language — seventeenth century classification language. It has been described as paving the way for Roget's Thesaurus. - aUI — 1960s. Each sound has a meaning, and the meanings of words are built up from the meanings of the sounds. - Ro — early twentieth century classification language. One of its supporters was Melvil Dewey, creator of the Dewey Decimal System. - Ygyde — twenty-first century. Two-letter morphemes carry meaning, and longer words are built up as compounds. - Toki Pona — twenty-first century. Designed to facilitate Taoist thinking. Very few words with no inflections and uncomplicated meanings, and very simple grammar. - Láadan —1982. Designed to support women's perceptions and thoughts. Auxiliary languages Edit Auxlangs are designed to help ease communication between two or more linguistically diverse communities. They use simple phonology and grammar to try to make them easy to learn. Their grammars are made in such a way as to express the widest range of meanings possible. There are many Auxlangs, and some of them were among the first constructed languages ever made. Some examples of auxlangs: - Esperanto — probably the most widely known auxlang. It includes words from languages of several Indo-European branches and has a highly developed system of word derivation. - Volapük — the most successful auxlang prior to Esperanto. Its vocabulary is derived from Germanic roots. - Ido — derived from Esperanto, separating in an event called the schism (or even the Great Schism) from which resentments have not entirely faded more than a century later. Ido uses a Romance-derived vocabulary. - Latino sine flexione — based on Latin without inflections. - Novial — based on modern West European languages. - Solresol — based on the musical scale. It can be sung and played. - Interslavic — based on modern Slavic languages; designed to be intelligible to all speakers thereof. Many auxlangs borrow their vocabulary entirely from the Indo-European languages — often from a mix of Romance and Germanic languages, but most often entirely from Romance languages. As a result, the vocabulary and general method of reaching the goal of universality sound a lot alike from auxlang to auxlang. These auxlangs are often called "Euroclones". More recent auxlangs that take their vocabulary from more diverse sources and use non-Indo-European grammar include Vorlin, Tceqli, Ilomi, and SASXSEK. Artistic languages Edit Artlangs are created for a wide range of reasons: fleshing out works of fiction, fun, experimentation, or even historical study (colloquially called "if-langs"). Most people who create artlangs do so simply because they enjoy it. Several artlangs have gained high visibility in popular culture in recent years, such as Klingon, created for the Star Trek franchise by professional linguist Marc Okrand; the many Elvish languages, especially Quenya and Sindarin, in Tolkien's Middle-earth; and Dothraki, created by conlanger David J. Peterson for the Game of Thrones television series. Fictional languages Edit The most familiar and general subset of artlangs are fictional languages. These are spoken by the inhabitants of the fictional worlds of a book, movie, television show, video game, comic, or toy, such as Middle-earth, the Star Trek universe, or the game Myst. These worlds in which they are spoken are called conworlds, inhabited by fictional concultures. The conworld influences what words the language will have for flora and fauna, articles of clothing, foods, objects of technology (such as bricks, cannons, or telephones), sports, music genres, ethnic groups, religious concepts, and place names. The culture will also have an influence on some things like verb tenses (how your people view the future and the past, or whether time should even be grammatically indicated at all any more than place should), pronouns (whether the speakers need fine enough shades of "we" to distinguish the concept of "you and I" from "them and I", or whether they have different levels of formality for "you"), and how kinship terms are split up (some languages have different words for older and younger brothers, others do not distinguish "brother" from "sister", and some have different words for the sister of a sister and the sister of a brother). Tolkien started out inventing languages for his amusement and then retroengineered a fictional universe to have a world in which these languages would be spoken. Since the Internet became popular, many people have now become able to put up information on their conlangs and associated conworlds on their sites, and these have become famous. Verdurian, the language of Mark Rosenfelder's Verduria on the planet of Almea, is often invoked as a symbolic representative of these Net-based fictional languages. Some examples of fictional languages: - Klingon — created for the Star Trek franchise by linguist Marc Okrand; meant to have a harsh sound, but be pronounceable by actors, and to reflect a suitably bellicose worldview. - Na'vi language — created for the movie Avatar by professor Paul Frommer; meant to fit the film concept, and be pronounceable by actors, but not sound like any particular human language. - Dothraki — created for the television series Game of Thrones by conlanger David J. Peterson. - Newspeak — described in George Orwell's novel 1984; supposed to prevent dissident thoughts by not allowing them to be expressed. - Quenya and Sindarin — the most prominent of J.R.R. Tolkien's Elvish languages; designed to Tolkien's personal taste. He created Middle-earth as background for the languages. - Verdurian — created by Mark Rosenfelder for a Dungeons & Dragons world; borrows from various European languages, but doesn't closely resemble any of them. Altlangs are also known as What if? languages or if-langs. They speculate on an alternate history and try to reconstruct how a family of natural languages would have evolved if things had been different. What if King Harold had won the Battle of Hastings? What if the Polynesians had settled in Central America during the time of Meso-American Empires? What if Alexander the Great had not been able to conquer Egypt? What if Greek civilization went on to thrive without a Roman Empire, leaving Greek and not Latin to develop several modern descendants? The language that would have evolved is then traced step by step in its evolution, to reach its final form. The revered grandfather of this genre is Andrew Smith's Brithenig, which attempts to determine what Romance languages would have evolved into had the Romans displaced the Celtic people in Great Britain. The vocabulary of Latin is altered through the same evolution that befell Welsh from the evolution of the Celtic languages through the present day. An altlang will typically base itself on the core vocabulary of one language and the phonology of another. An altlang will ideally have meticulous understanding and admirable imagination as to world history, sturdy knowledge of linguistics, and ingenious improvisation when it becomes necessary to "toss it up". Some examples of altlangs: - Brithenig — might have evolved if Latin had displaced the native Celtic language in Great Britain. - Breathanach — might have evolved if Latin had displaced the native Celtic language in Ireland. - Wenedyk — might have evolved if the Romans had conquered Poland. Personal languages Edit Personal languages are languages that are created by and belong just to the inventor, for just the inventor to see, or perhaps to show off. A personal language is created for the ultimate purpose of creating a language. There is no conworld motivating it, no people whom the creator actually expects to speak it, no product that will be manufactured in its language. A personal language is considered by many to be artlanging in its purest form, although a personal language may well have no artistic intention behind it. A personal language may be invented to create a beautiful language or for self-expression. It may be invented to give out a tribute to a language or language family the creator really likes, attempting to capture the flavor of the original as much as possible, or it may be created just for the fun that there is in creating a language. Personal languages are often created as practices in linguistics; a conlanger learning about ergativity might write out the grammar of an ergative conlang in order to understand how ergative languages work. Some exist to test outlandish phonologies or orthographic systems, or have hundreds of noun cases or tens of millions of possible verb forms. Many are invented simply because people love constructing languages! The creators of personal languages often share their languages and update their progress over the Internet, and many habitually scrap an old conlang project that hasn't gotten beyond a lexicon of 50 words and start a new one. These personal languages tend to have short lifespans, but others are developed for years on end as their creators try to become truly fluent in them, perhaps using them for diaries and other writings. - Teonaht — well-known personal language of conlanger Sally Caves. Winner of the 2007 Smiley Award. Micronational languages Edit Some artlangs are micronational languages — like fictional languages, but their creators make them real. They declare territory, issue official flags and currency, and recruit citizens, then have the citizens learn the language. These are the languages of micronations, sometimes created for entertainment, but often breakaway nations that are created for political purposes, declaring themselves to exist alongside UN-recognized nations (such as Sealand, the Conch Republic, or Atlantium). The members of these micronations meet up and speak the language they have learned when they are participating in these meets. The language and its creation belong to all the citizens of these micronations. They determine the direction of its evolution, invent new grammatical constructions when they discover it is necessary, and coin new words as they speak. - Talossan — created in 1980 by Robert Ben Madison for his micronation Talosa. Has its own ISO language code. Other ways of classifying conlangs Edit In-between goals Edit The three broad kinds of goals we've described — technical features, cross-cultural communication, and art — aren't mutually exclusive. What if your goal is to see whether a certain technical goal can be successfully combined with your personal aesthetics? Is that an engelang or an artlang? Liva is a conlang with just that sort of goals, and its author has suggested that conlangs should be placed on the interior of a triangle, with the three pure types of conlangs at its corners (the Gnoli triangle). Even if a conlang has a single, pure primary goal, there are enough details in any conlang that the primary goal probably doesn't cover all of them. Auxlangs have some artistry in their making — it's been argued (see sources) that artistic merit is part of why Esperanto has succeeded so much better than its competitors. Engelangs may have some artistry in them, too; and artlangs often have some technical aspirations lurking under the surface. A particular class of mixed-goal conlangs with its own name is the fauxlangs, short for fictional auxlangs. These are supposed auxlangs created by characters in a fictional setting, often in an alternative history. Examples include - Rex May's Texperanto — created by L.L. Zamenhof, the creator of Esperanto, in an alternative history where he emigrated to the Republic of Texas. - At one time, Ray Brown's το άνευ κλίσι Ελληνικό ("Greek without inflections") was a fauxlang — the analog, in an alternative history where Alexander the Great conquered Rome, of Giuseppe Peano's 1903 auxlang Latino sine flexione. It was revised a few years ago, though, to be more of an englang because the fictional setting was found too limiting. A relex is a conlang generated from a pre-existing language by replacing the forms of the words, while leaving most of the rest of the original language unchanged — especially, - the exact meanings of the words from the original language, and/or - the grammar of the original language. With both of these unchanged, the conlang is a sort of word-replacement code for the original language. By extension, relex is sometimes used as a broad criticism of any conlang seen as too closely copying another language. The largest class of relexes are (by reputation, at least) artlangs whose authors failed to notice that they were copying most of the look and feel of their native language. Not all relexes are artlangs, though, and not all are unintentional. Auxlangs Speedwords and Glosa have both been criticized as relexes of English. The loglang Lojban started as a deliberate relex of Loglan, since which their grammars and vocabularies have gradually diverged as both languages underwent further development (see sources). Some relexes may be used for specific purposes. For example, the Israeli military uses a relex of Hebrew called "NADBAR". The conlanging term relex is a shortening of the term relexification, borrowed and adapted from linguistics proper. The linguistic term has a narrower meaning: in linguistic relexification, a pre-existing language keeps its grammar but replaces its vocabulary from another pre-existing language. The language from which the vocabulary is taken is called the lexifier. A priori and a posteriori Edit Particular features of a conlang can be a posteriori — meaning borrowed from natural languages, rather than invented — or a priori, meaning invented rather than borrowed from natural languages. These terms are most often used to describe the forms of words, as with the Toki Pona words toki, from the English word talk, and pona, from Latin bona (good). An entire conlang may also be described as a priori/posteriori if most of its grammar and vocabulary are of that type. A conlang described as a posteriori usually borrows from several, or even many, different natlangs; relexes are not normally called a posteriori. Classification-based vocabulary is an a priori strategy that has been used in a number of engelangs (e.g., Ro) and some auxlangs (e.g., Solresol). Most auxlangs make extensive use of a posteriori vocabulary. Diachronic languages Edit A diachronic conlang is equipped with an internal, i.e., fictional, linguistic history. Since the internal history is fictional, all diachronic conlangs are artlangs; but most subtypes of artlangs include both diachronic and non-diachronic (synchronic) languages. Tolkien's Elvish languages are the most famous example of diachronic conlanging, with an entire family of languages descended from a common ancestor, Primitive Quendian. Many artlangs, though by no means all, have at least some suggestions of internal history about them, even if no parent language has been fully worked out. Altlangs are diachronic, by definition. Kitchen sink languages Edit A kitchen sink conlang is one that has way too many exotic features, all at once for no apparent reason — "everything including the kitchen sink" in an uncoordinated mishmash. Unlike relex, kitchen sink has no neutral technical sense; it's always a strong term of opprobrium. Kitchen sink languages are at the opposite end of a spectrum from relexes: where too little tinkering can produce a relex (that lacks interest), too much tinkering can produce a kitchen sink language (that lacks plausibility). It has been suggested that a conlanger's second conlang — after they've made a relex for their first — is often a kitchen sink language; but even experienced conlangers, tempted by the lure of exotic features, can sometimes fall into the trap of kitchen-sink-ism. Caution should also be exercised, though, in applying the term kitchen sink to a conlang — not only because it's such a strong term, but because just having many unusual features doesn't necessarily make it a kitchen sink language (which is why the term is so strong). For proper use of the term, the many unusual features should be unjustified; in principle, at least, it's possible for many unusual features to occur in a smoothly coherent design, so that they all feel quite natural in context. The catch is that — as David Peterson remarked when awarding the 2007 Smiley Award to Teonaht, a highly respected conlang with several unusual features — there is a double standard at work between natlangs and conlangs: any bizarre features of a natlang are natural by definition, but the same features in a conlang would have to persuade on their own merits. His case in point is Pirahã, a natlang with no way of expressing time; no way of counting; a culture with no storytelling, oral history, or art; it can be spoken, whistled, hummed, or drummed; and it has different phonologies for men and women. If it were a conlang instead of a natlang, its creator would have a hard time passing it off as naturalistic.

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Some people think that sexuality is determined by biology. They argue that people are born homosexual or heterosexual, and that foetal brain development and hormones determine sexual desires and behaviours. Others say that sexuality is shaped by social understandings about sex. For example, among European settlers in the late 19th century, for a woman to show an ankle was considered sexy – a view that faded as dress codes changed. In the 21st century, it is commonly thought that sexual behaviour is a product of interactions between biological and social factors. Sexuality is often understood to have three aspects: These different aspects of sexuality do not always sit neatly together. Someone’s sexual identity (how they project themselves to others) may differ from their orientation (who they find attractive) and their behaviour (what they do). A man might identify as heterosexual and live in a traditional marriage, but could also be sexually attracted to men and engage in sexual activity with them. People’s sexual orientations, identities and behaviours may change over time. Increasingly the word ‘sexualities’ is used to capture diversity in sexual desires, identities and behaviours. Christian religious beliefs had a major impact on Māori ideas about sexuality and sexual practices. A research participant in the Māori Sexuality Project said that ‘when Pakeha [Europeans] came we were made to believe that the way we portrayed our sexuality was wrong. We weren’t doing it according to … the way they portrayed their sexuality.’1 Pre-colonial Māori society is thought to have celebrated sexuality and sexual diversity. Carvings, written documents and oral storytelling suggest that erotic love occurred between people of the same gender, and that women and men had several sexual partners during their lives. Some men had more than one wife. Christian missionaries and settlers brought an ideal of monogamous heterosexual marriage, prejudices against homosexuals, and expectations that children would be conceived within marriage. Māori children born outside marriage were welcomed into their mother’s kinship group, but European women who were sexually active outside marriage were stigmatised and their children defined as illegitimate. While attitudes to single mothers changed over time, their children were legally illegitimate until the passing of the Status of Children Act 1969. Women’s groups in the late 19th century challenged the double standard that punished women much more harshly than men for sex outside marriage. They wanted men to adhere to the same moral standards as women, and argued for community and state support for single mothers. Challenges to different rules for women and men continued into the 20th century, especially from the 1960s and 1970s as more people engaged openly in sexual relationships outside marriage. By the 2000s many earlier rules about sexuality had changed. Sex between men was decriminalised in 1986 (sex between women had never been legislated against), and sex work was decriminalised in 2003. In the 2010s almost half of all births occurred outside marriage. However, sex with a minor (under 16 years) was against the law and the distribution of pornography and sexually explicit material was regulated. State agencies and community organisations focused on sexual health, planned parenting, sexuality education, the protection of children from sexual exploitation and the human rights of those with a variety of sexual orientations. However, while formal discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation was illegal, those who identified as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender still sometimes experienced discrimination. Alongside attempts to control bodies and desires, and to impose standards of sexual behaviour, people have always taken pleasure in bodies, erotic images and sexual activity. However, New Zealand historians have often focused on the activities of sexual ‘puritans’ who wanted to control sexuality, rather than those who enjoyed ‘the pleasures of the flesh’.2 Sexual practices can be intensely private and therefore hard to research. On the other hand, sexual images and sexual advice are available through television, movies, magazines, books and the internet. Families, friends, school sexuality-education programmes, the law, and religious and health organisations are other important sources of information about sexuality. People may also discover what pleases them through experimentation. Many stereotypes exist about young people and sexuality – for instance, that they have many fleeting relationships that lack emotional commitment. Research on New Zealand youth indicates a somewhat different picture. A national survey of 8,500 high-school students in 2012 found that 25% of males and 24% of females had experienced sexual intercourse. 18.5% indicated they were currently sexually active. In 2012 almost 50% of New Zealand high-school students aged 17 or older had had sexual intercourse. The average age of first sexual experience for New Zealanders was similar to that in the United States, Australia and Germany but higher than Norway, Sweden and Denmark. Young people are often seen as having ‘short and sweet’ relationships. However, a study of 17–19-year-olds in the early 2000s found that most of those in relationships had been together for 6–12 months. Almost a third indicated that their longest relationship had lasted between one and five years. These findings suggest that young people’s relationships are not always brief. Couples spoke about the emotional bond with their partners and how sex was just a component of their relationship. It is sometimes assumed that young men just want sex while young women want love. However, research has shown that young men also value the emotional side of sexual relationships. Chris (19) spoke about how sex with his girlfriend was different from one-night stands because it involved ‘more emotion’ and ‘real caring’. He said that ‘sex for sex sake isn’t worthwhile’. Ashby (17) commented that casual sex was ‘more about lust’, while sex with his girlfriend was more intimate and he felt more comfortable.1 Young men are often seen as being emotionally uninvolved in sexual relationships, and only interested in sexual activity. While this is true in some cases, many young men do not see sex as the most important element in relationships and say that they want friendship and love as well as sex. Young women are often thought to be more interested in the emotional elements of a relationship rather than sexual activity. However, in the 21st century some young women were expressing their sexuality in more traditionally masculine ways. They initiated relationships purely for sexual pleasure and expected male partners to please them. For some young people their sexuality does not conform to expected heterosexual models. They are attracted to people of their own gender, or sometimes multiple genders. Most high-school students who are attracted to their own or multiple genders have not talked to other people about their sexual orientation. A 2012 survey found that 58% of sexually active teenagers used some form of contraception all of the time to prevent pregnancy, and 46% used condoms to avoid sexually transmitted infections all of the time. Of those who were sexually active, 17% did not regularly use condoms or other contraception. Some teenagers become parents. While sometimes this is unplanned, in other instances it is an active choice. The teenage birth rate has dropped considerably since the 1970s. It peaked at 69 per 1,000 in 1972 and was 19 per 1,000 in 2014 – still high internationally. Women are increasingly rejecting different sexual standards for women and men. Melissa, who was interviewed about casual sex, said, ‘Guys can have sex with however many [people] they want and … they’re perceived to be a stud or … a great chick magnet or whatever, whereas girls can’t do the same, they get labelled as like a slut … I think it’s very wrong.’ 2 At one time teen mothers had to leave school, but in the 21st century they are encouraged to continue their education, complete qualifications and find employment. Little information is available about teenage fathers because mothers are not required to name or provide details about their baby’s father. Some teenage mothers do not want to name their child’s father, especially if the pregnancy is the outcome of rape or incest. While teenage fathers are assumed to be less likely to be involved in the care of their children than teenage mothers, research suggests that fatherhood sometimes turns fun-loving adolescents into responsible fathers who enjoy being involved in the lives of their children. Sexuality education in New Zealand in the 21st century typically covers information on sexual relationships, safer sex, contraception and sexually transmitted infections. However, some young people find this information too medical and clinical, and not particularly relevant to their lives. In the early 2000s, 17–19-year-olds rated friends as the best source of information on sex, followed by school sexuality-education programmes and parents. In a major study in the early 2000s young people said that they wanted to know practical things such as how to get condoms, how to find out if someone you liked wanted to have sex, and also what Peter (18) described as ‘just like the basics, like positioning or whatever’. His girlfriend Amy (17) said that without this knowledge ‘you’ve got basically no idea, you’re just going to stuff around for ages and … most times it’s painful, if you don’t know what you are on about.’1 The introduction of sex education in schools was debated in Parliament in 1910, but for a long time there were no coordinated programmes. Students got information from books, pamphlets and lectures outside school hours. Often referred to as ‘sex hygiene’, sex education in high schools in the early 1900s focused on sexual purity and preparation for marriage. Students were told to avoid premarital sex and masturbation, which was seen as a vice and a cause of mental illness. Against the background of ideas about ‘race improvement’, sex education was sometimes used to encourage those who were white and middle class to marry within this group. Sex education was prohibited in primary schools until the Education Amendment Act 1985 permitted it under certain conditions. Limited sex education was offered in some high schools from the late 1960s. Parents had to be consulted, the school committee had to approve sex-education programmes following a written report by the school principal, and parents had the right to withdraw their children. A new health syllabus, Understanding change in puberty, was introduced in 1987, and in 1989 legal restrictions on advising under-16-year-olds on the use of contraceptives were removed. Sex education in schools concentrated on reproductive issues and was highly medicalised and clinical. Often it was used to respond to perceived social problems and health issues. After the first reported case of HIV/AIDS in New Zealand in 1983, fears about the spread of the virus led to a strong focus on condom use. In the 21st century the focus was less on the risk of HIV/AIDS and more on preventing sexually transmitted infections and reducing unplanned pregnancies. When the new health and physical education curriculum was introduced in 1999, sex education became ‘sexuality education’. Attempts were made to move away from a narrow focus on biology, reproduction and contraception towards broader issues, including the physical, social, mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions of sexuality. Sexuality education is the only part of the curriculum from which parents can have a child removed. Under section 105D of the Education Amendment Act 1985 parents can apply to the principal, in writing, to have their child excluded from these classes. Health education is also the only part of the curriculum on which principals are required to consult with the school’s board of trustees, and with parents of children currently enrolled and those likely to enrol over the next two years. Sexuality education has often ignored gay, lesbian and bisexual identities, or presented them as negative, deviant or different. When a group of same-sex-attracted 16–19-year-old high-school students were interviewed, one said: ‘Everything that comes out about sex is straight and being gay is an alternative thing, like they don’t treat it equally.’2 A senior high-school student interviewed for a different research project said that when homosexuality was discussed it was often in terms of HIV/AIDS, and was associated with danger and disease. In the early 21st century sexuality education was compulsory until year 10. After that, only senior students who chose health as a subject received further sexuality education. Students were least likely to receive sexuality education at the time when most were having their first sexual experiences. Many of our ideas about what is ‘sexually normal’ are perpetuated by institutions such as schools. Schools have often reinforced beliefs that heterosexuality is normal and that homosexuality and bisexuality are abnormal. Many children know quite early which gender or genders they are attracted to. Almost a third know before the age of 12. But a 2007 survey found that only 40% of gay or bisexual high-school students had talked to other people about it. Of these students, 30% of 13-year-olds had told someone close to them about their sexuality, as had 47% of those aged 17 and older. Of those who had spoken to others about their attraction to their own or multiple genders, 24% reported that they could talk easily to family members – but 54% could not talk to their family at all about this. The official curriculum is what schools intentionally teach and promote. This includes the sexuality-education curriculum, and discussion of sexuality in other subject areas, such as biology, English and social studies. Sexuality education often ignores gay, lesbian and bisexual identities. One of the gay students who evaluated a proposed sexuality-education resource in the early 2000s commented that he did not encounter anything against being gay when he was at school, ‘but there was never anything for it, and there was never any mention of the word ever.’1 The ‘unofficial curriculum’ involves things that are learned at school, but that are not officially or intentionally taught. The unofficial curriculum operates when a student calls another a ‘homo’ as a term of abuse. Some schools ban the use of this term. In a 2007 study approximately 4% of secondary-school students in New Zealand reported being attracted to their own or multiple genders. This finding was repeated when the study was done again in 2012. In 2007, 74% of these students felt safe at school all or most of the time, compared with 85% of their heterosexual peers. However, others found school unsupportive and decided not to tell others about their sexual identity. Of students who were bullied at school, young people attracted to their own or multiple genders were five times more likely to report being bullied because they were thought to be gay. Some students report discrimination from other students and teachers. A 17-year-old lesbian said that after other students had ‘outed’ her, some teachers began to ignore her when she raised her hand in class. Other students called her ‘little dyke’, and said, ‘ewe she touched me,’ when she pushed past them on the stairwell. The situation became so bad that she eventually changed schools.2 Gay, lesbian, bisexual, intersex and transgender students have the legal right to be free from sexual discrimination at school. Schools are required to provide an environment in which all students can experience their schooling positively. The 1990 National Education Goals include a statement about the need for ‘equality of educational opportunity for all New Zealanders, by identifying and removing barriers to achievement’.3 This was reaffirmed when the goals were updated in 2004. The Professional Standards for Teachers also require that teachers ‘demonstrate expertise and refined strategies in the development and maintenance of environments that enhance learning by recognising and catering for the learning needs of a diversity of students’.4 People meet future sexual partners in a variety of different situations, including bars, workplaces, schools, polytechnics, sports clubs, gyms, parties or the homes of friends and family. Some relationships start as casual encounters and become ongoing attachments. Increasingly people of all ages – heterosexual, gay, lesbian and bisexual – are using internet dating sites to find romantic and sexual partners. European settlers arrived in New Zealand with ideas about differences in men and women’s sexuality. These included the idea that men, once aroused, need sexual satisfaction. In heterosexual relationships this contributed to a focus on men’s sexual pleasure, with little concern for women’s pleasure – both in popular culture and among those providing expert advice. Sexual-health activist Ettie Rout argued that both women and men have sex for pleasure. In Safe marriage (1922), she stated that sexual desire and pleasure in sexual intercourse was normal and healthy for both women and men. Rout worked to ensure that New Zealand soldiers had access to condoms during the First World War. Women’s rights to sexual pleasure were asserted more forcefully in the 1960s and 1970s. This coincided with the availability of the contraceptive pill, which made it easier for sexually active women to avoid pregnancy. Men in New Zealand sometimes use what is called 'the wingman strategy' to pick up a woman when they are at a pub or a party with their friends. According to Terry, who was part of a focus-group discussion in the early 2000s, ‘girls often tend to travel in twos so you need your wingman to take the friend away so you can hit on the girl that you're after ... You know it is like fighter planes, they travel around in pairs, and the wingman always sort of watches out for you ...'1 From the later 20th century, heterosexual couples have increasingly tried to ensure that they both experience pleasure. One male research participant said it was a matter of 'one for her and one for me'.2 Simultaneous orgasm was sometimes seen as the best thing, but was not easily achieved. For many women, penetrative sex was not the major way they experienced orgasm. Conversations with heterosexual women and men suggest that women’s orgasms are perceived as more difficult to achieve, and are a mark of men’s sexual competence or ‘sexpertise’. Some younger women also see themselves as sexual experts whose partners benefit from their well-honed sexual techniques. For heterosexuals, sex has traditionally been defined as sexual intercourse. However, research among younger adults suggests that many people view sex more broadly, including practices such as oral sex. Many people, including gay men, lesbians and bisexuals, engage in a variety of sexual practices. Physical closeness, erotic touching and emotional intimacy – as well as orgasm – are important in many different sexual relationships. Paul and Barry met at Paul’s workplace – a takeaway bar – 20 years ago. They were attracted to one another, exchanged phone numbers and arranged to meet when Paul had a night off. According to Barry they have ‘shared everything from then on because we’ve got a lot in common … shared experiences, shared interests, love still after 20 years’.3 Interviews with gay male couples suggest that, as for many heterosexual and lesbian couples, sex is a special way of knowing their partner that they do not share with anyone else. Couples see their relationship as unique and important to their sense of self, and usually value monogamy, even if they sometimes have sex with other people. Talking to partners about sex with others is usually difficult, and can be a threat to coupled relationships. Long-term gay couples sometimes chose not to use condoms with one another, as opposed to during casual sex. Some heterosexual couples also reported not using condoms in established relationships. The decision not to practise safer sex can be a way of showing commitment to one another. Bisexuals fall in love with, are attracted to, or have sex with people regardless of their gender. They often see sexuality as a continuum, and may be critical of pressures to fit into conventional gender or sexuality categories. Some bisexuals are equally attracted to their own and other genders, while others are attracted more to people of one gender. Their degree of attraction to different genders can change over time. Some people are attracted to partners of different genders, but do not define themselves as bisexual. People who are sexually active with only one gender often still consider themselves bisexual. While middle-aged and older people are often not seen as sexually active, or as objects of desire, sexuality is a lifelong experience. Since the 1990s the sexual lives of older people have received more attention on television, and in movies and advertisements. Research has challenged assumptions about an inevitable decline in sexual desire and activity for men and women as they age. In a survey conducted by Relationship Services in 2009, people over 60 reported the most overall satisfaction with their current intimate relationship (94%, compared to 83% for all participants). The people most satisfied with their relationship overall were those most satisfied with their sexual relationship. Interviews in 2001 with 27 midlife women whose partners used Viagra (a drug to treat erection difficulties) suggested that, while some women found that interest in sex declined with age, over half of them experienced more pleasure in sexual encounters than they had when they were younger. Allison (43) described herself as ‘a late developer’. She said that she enjoyed sex much more as she got older and only experienced an orgasm for the first time when she was about 30. For her, pleasure was greater when she learnt about her own body and felt comfortable with one partner. She said it was really about ‘becoming more relaxed with one person’.1 New Zealand research with men aged 54–70 who used Viagra demonstrates that sexual satisfaction may not decrease with age, but it can change. Some men in this study reported being less focused on penetrative sex and orgasm than when they were younger. They may also focus less on their penis and more on other body sensations and pleasures. These men also reported becoming less self-centred in their pursuit of orgasm and more focused on their partner’s pleasure as they aged. The advent of what is sometimes called ‘the Viagra era’ in the late 1990s brought a new focus on the sexuality of older adults and affected perceptions of it. The marketing of drugs to treat ‘erectile dysfunction’ suggests that remaining sexually active in later life is an indicator of general health and fitness, and something to strive for. Previously, erectile changes and a lowering of sexual desire were viewed as a normal part of male ageing. Some men (and women) experience this emphasis on ongoing sexual vitality as an unwelcome obligation to perform and to engage in sexual intercourse. While sexuality issues are often a sensitive topic, for people with disabilities they pose additional challenges. This is because of the way others view people with disabilities and seek to define and regulate their sexuality. People with disabilities are often seen as asexual or without sexual desires or experiences. It is sometimes assumed that people with physical disabilities do not have ‘normal’ sexual functions and needs. People with intellectual disabilities can be seen as incapable of responsible sexual relationships. However, people with disabilities have the same sexual needs and desires as everyone else. Sexuality and relationships consultant Claire Ryan offers workshops on sexuality for those with disabilities and their support people. Topics include sexual desire, romance, contraception, online dating, sexual orientation and sexual identity. Advice is also offered on how to access the services of sex workers. People are invited to bring up 'anything you want to talk about'.1 Sexuality education has been criticised for not exploring pleasure and desire – and this is especially the case for people with disabilities. Because many people assume that those with disabilities are incapable of desire or sexual pleasure, education on these issues is often seen as unnecessary. While people without disabilities are most likely to receive sexuality education from parents and friends, people with disabilities may have to rely on other sources. Research indicates that people with disabilities experience a higher incidence of sexual abuse than other groups. As a result, parents and carers can be protective of them and restrict their sexual freedom. Incidence of sexual abuse and lack of sexuality education mean that people with disabilities are more vulnerable to sexually transmissible infections. Disability advocates have argued that the right to sexual pleasure is the real accessibility issue for people with disabilities. A recent project in Australia has produced a training and resource pack for people with learning disabilities and those who support them. It used the stories of 25 people with learning disabilities to develop materials which focus on the rights of people with disabilities to be sexual in ways that are safe for them. The resource pack is also used in New Zealand. Sexual surrogates are paid to give people who are not sexually active an opportunity to explore their sexuality. Surrogates may be used by people with disabilities who have few opportunities for sexual encounters, for example those in institutional care with significant mobility disabilities. Advocates for sexual surrogacy argue that everyone has a right to experience sexual pleasure. Some people are critical of sexual surrogacy because they think that paying someone for sex is immoral. Others would prefer people with disabilities to have opportunities to have relationships that include emotional intimacy as well as sex. A sex worker may provide sexual pleasure, but not an ongoing emotional connection. Allen, Louisa. 'Picturing heteronormativity in secondary schools'. In Alexandra Gunn and Lee Smith, eds. Sexual cultures in Aotearoa New Zealand education. Dunedin: Otago University Press, 2015. Allen, L., M. Rasmussen and K. Quinlivan. The politics of pleasure in sexuality education: pleasure bound. New York: Routledge, 2014. Allen, L. and K. Quinlivan. 'A radical plurality: re-thinking cultural and religious diversity in sexuality education'. In Louisa Allen and Mary Lou Rasmussen, eds. The handbook of sexuality education. London: Palgrave Macmillan, 2016. Clark, T., M. 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Ms. Pelligrino’s 7th and 8yh grade students are bringing literature to life by creating virtual reality reenactments of their favorite scenes. Virtual Reality is a 3d generated image or video that makes users feel like they are actually inside that environment. Users can view virtual reality through the use of head mounted viewers (Google™ Cardboard). For this lesson the students chose a scene from a book they are reading or recently read. The students chose a part of the book that they wanted to share with other people. After choosing the scene the students examines the visual elements in the story, the character’s interactions with the environment and the critical elements. After noting these the students got to work creating their virtual worlds. We used a free website called cospace.io. The students got a quick tutorial in the software and quickly created. The students were able to build the scene and use computer code to create interactions. Dialogue for the characters was created using thought bubbles. Creating Virtual and Augmented Reality could be easy for students. Here are a couple free resources teachers and students and teachers could use to create content: By: Rob Miller, CA BOCES Professional Development What would your ideal classroom look like? Sound like? Is it a place where there are minimal distractions, students are respectfully collaborating and engaged with each other, sharing ideas, and learning is taking place? Have you ever seen a classroom where students respect each other and their teacher, positively comment on and support each other’s opinions, are eager to learn, motivated, determined to do their best, and excited to try new things? Does this classroom even exist? It does! Though it’s not easy and requires a lot of work on the teacher’s part. If the commitment is made and the plan is meticulously carried through, this could be your classroom. Many teachers say that they don’t have the time to establish this sort of classroom. It’s easy to see why, with so many things expected of teachers including curriculum to cover, tests to prepare for, and required extracurricular activities. However, in order for student learning to be optimal, effective classroom management is a must! In spite of the time commitment, research overwhelmingly shows that teachers that invest in their classroom management techniques have fewer discipline issues and increased learning occurs. Don’t worry about losing a little time at the beginning of the school year since with effective classroom management practices in place, you will get that time back plus some throughout the rest of the school year! Effective classroom management is a TIME SAVER not a time killer. Wait, didn’t John Hattie’s meta-analysis research in Visible Learning state that classroom management has an effective size of 0.35? If you are unfamiliar with Hattie’s work, the primary basis is that teacher practices with an effective size over 0.40 are the ones that have the most positive influence on student learning. So why is classroom management so important then? Successful classroom management practices are the foundation leading to more effective student learning. These practices lead to better classroom discussions, higher self-efficacy and effort amongst students, more time on task, and more. Research continually proves that classroom management leads to a more effective classroom experience for students. The classroom described in the opening of this article may seem far-fetched but it is completely attainable. It is also never too late to try and implement in your classroom. Start today if you haven’t established a classroom you are happy with. Furthermore, if you would like to hear more about the research behind successful classroom management practices and how to obtain a similar classroom yourself, consider joining Patty Rhinehart and myself in an upcoming workshop on the topic. No dates have been confirmed yet but stay tuned, they are coming! In the meantime, here are some quick DO’s and DON’Ts of successful classroom management practices to tide you over. By: Justin Shumaker, CA BOCES Professional Development It is my belief that students do well when they can, not simply when they want to. Furthermore, students learn best when their physical, mental and emotional needs are met. This type of scenario is ideal for schools, but it is not the reality. What does it look like when a student’s needs are not met? Avoidance, distraction, disengagement, defiance, disrespect, aggression, truancy, anger and the list goes on. Educators have seen the impact of unmet student needs within their classrooms and report, that the impact is greater than ever. The rural landscape of the Cattaraugus-Allegany Region presents a unique set of barriers that increase the complexity of existing systemic barriers for school districts, educators, students, families and communities when it comes to ensuring that all students have access to necessary resources. Despite the pressure, barriers and growing scope of student needs, is it possible to create conditions that enable every child to succeed? Not only is it possible to create such conditions, it is necessary. This school year, with the help of 17 of our component school districts, Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES has begun the work of building the brand new Community Schools CoSer within their Instructional Support Services Division. The community schools strategy, is an exceptional, evidence-based school improvement tool that enables schools to create supportive conditions for students by sustaining an integrated focus on student support services, expanded learning opportunities, family and community engagement and collaborative leadership. Each community school is unique and defined based upon needs and assets specific to the respective local context and community. Therefore, the Community Schools CoSer will also be unique as it grows and develops to fit the needs within the local context of our rural, regional area. In an effort to influence the region in a meaningful way, we are working collaboratively to complete a thorough assessment of needs and assets, at the district level, as well as at the regional level. Simultaneously, while working directly with school leaders within each district, there have been ongoing opportunities to meet directly with community partners that provide supports and services to students and families. The Community Schools CoSer hosted the first Service Showcase in September, bringing community partners and school leaders together to learn about specific services available to districts. School leaders were provided more information about school based dental care, substance abuse prevention curriculum and a mentoring program. As a result, six additional districts have school-based dental services available to students and four additional districts have begun preparing to implement a mentoring program for students. Students do well when they can. Period. Through continued collaborative work and problem solving, our region can provide all students with equitable access to resources that allow them to exceed our highest expectations. By: Kathryn Mendell, CA BOCES Community Schools On October 19th, 2018, Cuba-Rushford staff welcomed Mollie Lapi, behavioral specialist from C-A BOCES. Mollie presented the staff with an overview of brain research on trauma, how the brain works after a student experiences a traumatic event, and trauma informed interventions A brief overview of the biology of the brain and how it reacts to trauma was addressed. “This “fight or flight” response is a natural response to stress”, she said. Mollie also addressed Adverse Childhood Experiences, also known as A.C.E.S. (Adverse Childhood Experiences) can dramatically affect the quality of health and wellness. Trauma is toxic to the body, and we can do something about it. Mollie, then talked about strategies to help support the students. She said, “Educators can make a difference; believe your students can grow, change, and succeed? The common denominator could be YOU! Help promote resiliency within your classroom.” Mollie also talked about the “sweet spot”, which means being able to provide emotional nurturance and still expect our students to perform and own, but not judge, their shortcomings. It is a PROCESS. There has to be a balance between availability and accountability with the students. The staff was also challenged to make sure to take care of themselves. Mollie stated, “it is so important for the adults working with any students to make sure to manage their own stress. Health, and wellness are not to be forgotten, especially to help regulate the body and mind.” The morning was filled with fantastic learning, and the staff was thankful for Mollie’s presentation. By: Kathleen Agnello, CA BOCES Professional Development This month’s spotlight as we dig a little deeper into the resources we have available to our component school districts in our warehouse is…..our Real Care Baby Simulators! RealCare Baby® 3 (formerly known as Baby Think It Over® or BTIO®) is the world’s most advanced infant simulator. Educators around the world use this unique learning aid to add meaning and accountability to teach early childhood, parenting, infant health lessons and sex education. This smart baby uses wireless programming to track and report on caregiver behaviors, including care events, mishandling actions, time in a car seat and clothing changes. Baby includes four sets of curriculum and activities to help instructors create learning experiences that are relevant and career-driven. The RealCare curriculum sections are: Basic Infant Care – covers child safety, emergency procedures, child abuse prevention, and infant/toddler development. Life Skills and Healthy Choices for Middle School Students - an abstinence-plus, comprehensive curriculum focused on sexual education and pregnancy prevention for youth 12-14 years of age. Parenting: A Guide to Parenting Skills for Life – focuses on the stages of child development, parenting styles/impact, the costs involved in raising a child, and much more. Healthy Choices: Relationships, Sexuality, and Family Planning – an abstinence-based, comprehensive curriculum focusing on teen pregnancy prevention. It covers relationships, self-esteem, refusal skills, adolescent health, and reproductive issues, among many other topics. All sections are aligned to the National FACS standards and include Crosswalk documents. So what are you waiting for? Take a look at our warehouse and give our RealCare Babies a try! By: Alexandra Freer, CA BOCES Learning Resources The distance learning team at CA BOCES, including Christina McGee, Justine Lombardi, and Karen Insley, have been busy traveling all over the region getting students enrolled in credit accrual and credit recovery courses. Students have a chance to increase the breadth of their transcripts, develop interests, try out vocational fields, and develop skillsets that can’t be offered within their districts. Further, if students are on medical leave or injured, they can keep up with their curriculum, and even with gym classes, in an online setting. Students also have opportunities to recover lessons, units, quarters, and semesters through the CA BOCES credit recovery program, meaning that students can catch up before they need further interventions. The CA BOCES team offers courses through seven different providers, including courses taught by our own teachers, Christina McGee and Justine Lombardi. The most popular courses this year are Sociology, Health, Forensic Science, Marine Science, Physical Education, Spanish, Careers in Criminal Justice, English 10, Introduction to Military Careers, Physics, and Psychology. Students are also learning about astronomy, sports marketing, digital art, 3D Modeling and animation, world religions, mythology and folklore, social problems facing the world, and many other notable studies. For more information please contact Distance Learning at 716-376-8270. By: Christina McGee, CA BOCES Learning Resources As Pre-kindergarten-2nd grade teachers start the 2018-19 School Year they took a moment to focus on the importance of learning through play and movement. 66 educators from across the Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES Region attended a professional development opportunity with Lisa Murphy, M.Ed., an Early Childhood Specialist. Lisa Murphy has been involved in early childhood education for over 20 years, teaching and learning with young children. She is the founder and CEO of Ooey Gooey, Inc., and is a nationally recognized presenter and keynote speaker. Lisa’s topics for the workshop sessions included: What if Today Was Their Only Day? (Keynote) In this motivational keynote address Lisa shared the powerful story of her first day of school. Through active and engaging storytelling Lisa brought participants back to her first day, taking you on a grand tour of Miss Mary’s Nursery School. And, in the style she has become famous for, she shared many observations, lessons and anecdotes about how early childhood has changed along the way. Lisa shared the sights sounds and smells of the place where, at the young age of three, she decided to become a teacher and identified the how, and why, that one day solidified her decision to become an educator. This inspiring keynote encouraged participants to get back in touch with their personal how and why. Identifying and Creating Child Centered Environments This session provided an in-depth exploration of the 9 points within the framework of Lisa Murphy’s approach to working with children. Via interactive lecture, true-to-life examples, anecdotes and her signature “learning and laughing” style, this session presented what it really means to be a hands-on, play-based, child-centered program. Lisa stated that “Environments that encourage play are environments that are preparing children for kindergarten, future elementary school academics, and a love of life long learning. This foundation then supports the house of higher learning.” Educators must create, move, sing, discuss, observe, read and play with children through daily interactions. The Importance of Early Experiences: How play IS Kindergarten Readiness! During this session Lisa identified the seven things we need to do with children each day. These seven things make up the foundation that supports the house of higher learning. There is nothing wrong with the “academic” expectations within this house: reading, writing, math… the trouble is that many early childhood educators are being pressured to build a house where there is no foundation. Lisa stated, “And you do not need to be an architect to know that if you build where there is no foundation, the house will come crashing down!” Playing is “getting them ready” and through an investigation of each of the “seven things,” Lisa showed us how. Lisa concluded the workshop with encouraging educators across the region to create a 10-day challenge for themselves. She encouraged educators to identify a workshop takeaway after 10 days that they are still thinking about and use that as their baby step for creating engaging experiences in the classroom! By: Jillian Putnam, CA BOCES Professional Development Deselecting books, also referred to as weeding, is necessary for maintaining a school’s library collection of resources. The process of deselecting includes removing damaged, outdated, or books no longer relevant to the curriculum. Prior to deciding what should be removed from the library, librarians often use Titlewise by Follett to analyze the collection’s strengths and weaknesses based on industry standards. For example, a book on computers with a copyright date of 2000 will likely be outdated, (perhaps not if the focus is on the historical aspect), and books on robotics, forensics, and artificial intelligence may be recommended for strengthening the sciences. When recently asked to help a librarian ‘weed’ the elementary library, I found a book on New York City with a copyright date of 1998. Although it appeared to be in new condition, the Twin Towers were pictured, and Governor Pataki has since been replaced. Some other examples of weeded books include The Lincoln Library of Sports Champions featuring Terry Bradshaw, Peggy Fleming, and other popular athletes at the time this text was printed; and The Chinese in America with a copyright date of 1959. When a library has not been ‘weeded’ for many years, the process can be overwhelming. Making room for new materials offers an additional opportunity to make the library attractive and inviting. Similar to marketing strategies used by retailers, displaying products often piques the interests of those who may be visiting for another purpose. Research studies have shown college students prefer to read materials in print rather than in electronic format (Baron, 2016; Foasberg, 2014; Mizrachi, 2015), and a large percentage of students ages 4-15 enjoy reading print books (Kleeman, 2016). Although the popularity of Amazon Kindle and Apple’s iPhone beginning in 2007 made reading books electronically convenient, print publishers have remained constant for the past ten years ( Mcilroy, 2017). Balancing the library collection with print and electronic resources is a necessary duty that not all librarians have time to do. Schools needing assistance with the deselection process may contact the school library system coordinator: firstname.lastname@example.org By: Cece Fuoco, CA BOCES Learning Resources Baron, N. (2015). Words onscreen: The fate of reading in a digital world. New York, NY: Oxford University Press, Foasberg, N. (2014). Student reading practices in print and electronic media. College & Research Libraries, 75(5), 705-723. Kleeman, D. (2016). Books and reading are powerful with kids, but content discovery is challenging. Publishing Research Quarterly, 32(1), 38-43. Mizrachi, D. (2015). Undergraduates' academic reading format preferences and behaviors. Journal of Academic Librarianship, 41(3) 301-311 Mcilroy, T. (2017). Startups within the U.S. book publishing industry. Publishing Research Quarterly, 33(1), 1-9. Check out this month's Advancing STEM Challenge! Advancing STEM Challenges are designed to bring engineering and design to your classroom in a simple, easy-to-implement, challenge-based way. Modify our Advancing STEM Challenges for your classroom. A new challenge will be posted monthly. A truly successful schooling experience for students starts with a healthy and supportive school climate. Above all else, when students know they are cared for, they can truly focus on their educational experience and learning all that they can. Two staff developers and over thirty teachers and administrators from around the region took it upon themselves to collaborate and discuss ways to make positive changes to their school climates to better the learning experience of our students! In late spring, Tessa Levitt and I had an idea to do a professional book study around a book we were both highly interested in ourselves, Lead with Culture, from author and Principal Jay Billy. This book is one of the Dave Burgess Publishing Company’s titles, made famous from the Like A Pirate series of books. We discussed different methods for how we wanted to approach this book study, and we both knew we wanted to try something “unconventional” in the sense of our current professional development opportunities. We eventually decided that with it being summer and all, we wanted any participation to be completely voluntary from those interested in the book study. We also wanted to harness the power of the summer, and conduct the book study from an online platform, where participants wouldn’t need to physically be all in the same place to share ideas, discuss topics, and raise their questions to one another. In the end, we created a Facebook group, #BOCESLeads Summer Book Study, and anyone that expressed interest in participating in the book study was invited to join the group. We met in person once, at the beginning of the book study, to distribute copies of the book to the participants, and to outline the dates and the layout of the Facebook page itself: We would meet online, from 8:00-9:00 on the Facebook page, Tessa and I would post questions from a few chapters at a time, and they could respond and share ideas and questions with one another, with Tessa and I there to help moderate and facilitate discussions. The support and discussion from the participants were highly overwhelming! The amount of ideas shared and questions posited to one another were powerful, and really made this an interesting and unique experience for professional growth. The response from the participants was also noteworthy, as they liked being able to chime in from wherever they were at the time, and if they missed the discussion window, they could still go to the Facebook page and comment or discuss between the arranged question-posting days. The flexibility and freedom were lauded from those who took part! Once the book was completed, we were excited to commence upon the final aspect of the book study: a live chat hosted on Zoom with author Jay Billy! Participants were able to take part in an online discussion forum with Jay himself, who answered their questions, shared advice, and helped spur more creative ideas for those who were able to join in. The session was also recorded and posted on the Facebook group page for those who were unable to make the meeting, so they could view it at a later time. Overall, this experience was a phenomenal new approach to combating some logistical issues that we all experience: wanting to take part in something, but time and location not cooperating to allow it to happen. The discussion was rich and powerful, and multiple great ideas were shared and collaborated upon throughout the course of studying this excellent book. One of the most impactful results from this book study? The request to keep the discussion going over the course of this school year through the online group page and with regularly scheduled meet-ups for those that can attend, bringing that flexibility and freedom even further into the process. We look forward to continue documenting the journey of the region in regards to building and supporting the students of our schools through a positive and caring school climate and culture. When all else fails, lead with culture! By: Ryan McGinnis, CA BOCES Professional Development What if instead of going to math class, English class, or science class, students went to school? Would they be able to say things like “I don’t like math” if they were unable to differentiate between math class and history class? While this idea may seem like an impossibility, a team of 8th grade teachers at Genesee Valley Central School hopes to make this vision a reality. On paper, Mark Levine, Kelley McGinnis, and Donna Slawson can be identified as a technology, English, and history teacher, respectively, but in reality, innovator, risk-taker, and enthusiast would be more appropriate. This team of 8th grade teachers, in conjunction with Chris Gyr and Lindsay Simpson, technology integrators at GVCS, has implemented an interdisciplinary teaching and learning model, referred to as STEAM 8, with a focus on increased student learning by reevaluating time and relevance. Buying Back Time Possibly the most important concern for educators, time structures were re-examined. Hypothetically, if all 8th grade students, for instance, have either 1st period technology, 2nd period ELA, or 3rd period history, do they all need, say, 40 minutes of each period? What about the students who need 10 minutes for a quiz and others 20 and others still 40? How can we effectively ensure all students are productively and continually meeting learning targets at all times? With their new learning model, the teachers at GVCS decided to embrace these challenges. By eliminating the “I have 40 minutes to teach ____” barrier, teachers recognized they now have 120 minutes to teach everything for the three content areas. Now, the students’ learning needs drive how time is allocated. For example, the 15 minute science lesson just allowed 25 more minutes to have a more meaningful, in-depth round-table discussion of the Battle of Gettysburg. Another option is to redistribute time as shown in the weekly schedule below in which students were teamed in group A, B, or C. Why Do I Need This? Beyond better use of time, STEAM 8 teachers have built greater connections between and stronger relevance in the curricula. For example, the first unit of instruction of the year for this team of teachers covers the Civil War. Consequently, Mr. Levine, Ms. McGinnis, and Mrs. Slawson use the Civil War as a means of meeting all learning targets. This approach as allowed students to review the Civil War holistically while simultaneously learning how to research, write, solve algebraic problems, and so much more; and although STEAM 8 isn’t comprised of your typical “STEM” teachers, they are undoubtedly addressing each strand of STEAM education. Pine Grove Middle School STEAM 8 is, in part, a product of the work with GVCS and Jason Fahy, middle school science teacher at Pine Grove Middle School. Jason was able to experience, first-hand, how changing both the physical environment and the instructional approach can heavily impact student learning. However, one glaring difference worth noting between East Syracuse Minoa Central School District and Genesee Valley Central School District is the focus on physical environment. ESMCSD was able to vastly change the manner in which learning took place due to its extensive structural changes; GVCS has made similar instructional changes while making minimal changes to the physical building. Do not underestimate the importance of this difference. Often times we allow ourselves to get discouraged in thinking “I don’t have enough space,” or “we don’t have the right technology to do that.” Yes, GVCS did repurpose some of its space and has updated that environment, but as any successful educator can attest, good pedagogy supersedes good stuff. By: Mark Beckwith, CA BOCES Professional Development This is what creativity and problem-solving looks like at Seneca/Salamanca Odyssey of the Mind This is an exciting season for supporters of New York Odyssey of the Mind. This year marks NYSOMA’s 40th anniversary. The inaugural NY State Tournament was held in Binghamton, New York in 1979. The 2019 NY State Tournament, in Binghamton, will be a celebration of 40 years of creative problem solving. Region 19 is starting the festivities early by launching a 40 in 40th Campaign, meaning that the goal this season is to host 40 teams at the Regional Tournament on March 2, 2019 at Wellsville Middle/High School. To celebrate NYSOMA’s 40th anniversary, Region 19 will party like it’s 1979 all season long with extra incentives and fun activities. Opportunities for support and training will be offered to all teams and coaches, as well as additional experiences like buddy teams and Spontaneous Zoom practices. Training sessions can be scheduled “virtually” and in person at school districts. Do you know of a school district that: This IS the year to make it happen. Regional Odyssey experts will provide the help needed to meet the school districts’ goals and ensure an unforgettable experience for Region 19’s creative minds. For more information about Odyssey of the Mind, visit odysseyofthemind.com and nysoma.org. For more information about getting involved in Odyssey of the Mind in Region 19, email or call email@example.com or 716-376-8323. For more information about partying like it’s 1979, you’ll have to show up at Wellsville Middle/High School on Saturday, March 2, 2019 and see for yourself. By: Jean Oliverio, CA BOCES Student Programs Follow us on

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Alliteration is a favourite tool used in English to express more in a refined way. Anyone can become adept in its use with the guide prepared by Edulyte’s English mentors. From alliteration meaning to examples of alliteration and alliteration sentences, every aspect of this literary device is covered in detail. Alliteration is a sound device where a sequence of words in a phrase or sentence has the same sound at the beginning of each word. What is an example of alliteration? There are many examples of alliteration including: “Shawn ran in the raging rain.” There is a repetition of “r” in the sequence of words in the sentence above. “The tiny turtle tried to climb the tall tree.” All the words start with the same sound ‘t’ hence making it an ideal example of alliteration. Alliteration words are often used in poetry, literature, and advertising to create a catchy and memorable phrase or to add emphasis and rhythm to a piece of writing. Many of your tv shows, movies, books and even game titles use alliteration: - The Fast and the Furious - Breaking Bad - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate factory - A Christmas Carol - Batman Begins - Sesame Street - Cobra Kai Why Is Alliteration Used? The reasons why many prefer using alliteration words include: - To create a memorable phrase: words with the same sound at the beginning make a sentence give an alliterative meaning to the sentence, making it more memorable and easier to remember. - To add emphasis: alliteration can draw attention to certain words or phrases and make them stand out, emphasising their importance or significance. - To create a mood: alliteration can create a certain mood or tone in a piece of writing, depending on the repeated sound. For example, repeated “s” sounds can create a soft, soothing mood. When Is Alliteration Used? Alliteration can be used to create an impression through language. It is often used in literature, poetry, and creative writing to create a specific effect or to enhance the language and rhythm of a piece of writing. Some common uses of alliteration include: - Adding musicality or rhythm to writing - Emphasising certain words or phrases - Creating a sense of playfulness or humour - Making a line or phrase more memorable - Creating a specific mood or tone in the writing Alliteration is a powerful literary tool that can add depth, meaning, and impact to writing. How Is Alliteration Used? Alliteration is used by repeating a series of words’ initial sounds or consonants in a phrase or sentence. This can be achieved in several ways: - Repetition of the same consonant sound involves repeating the same sound at the beginning of multiple words in a phrase or sentence. For example, “Sally sells seashells by the seashore.” - Repetition of similar consonant sounds: This involves repeating similar sounds at the beginning of multiple words in a phrase or sentence. For example, “The slippery snake slithered silently through the grass.” - Repetition of vowel sounds: This involves repeating the same vowel sound at the beginning of multiple words in a phrase or sentence. For example, “All around the apple orchard, Andy ate apples aplenty.” Importance Of Alliteration : its use and importance Alliteration is an essential element of creative writing that helps to make the writing more memorable and engaging. The alliterative meaning of the words can have certain effects, based on the use of the words. Why Is Alliteration Used In Writing? Alliteration is used in writing to add a sense of rhythm and musicality to the language. With the repetition of the same sound or letter at the beginning of multiple words, writers can create a sense of unity and cohesion within their writing. In addition, alliteration can create a specific tone or mood, emphasising certain emotions and feelings that the writer wants to convey to the reader. Examples Of How Alliteration Can Enhance Writing Alliteration can enhance writing in many ways. For example, in advertising, alliteration is often used in slogans and marketing campaigns to make them more memorable and catchy. Brand names like Coca Cola, Dunkin’ Donuts use alliteration to make their brands stand out. In poetry, alliteration can create a rhythmic quality to the language, making the poem more enjoyable to read. Finally, alliteration can be used in literature to develop a sense of unity and cohesion within a passage, tying together ideas and concepts that are easy to understand and remember. How Can Alliteration Create A Specific Tone or Mood? Alliteration can create a specific tone or mood in writing by emphasising certain emotions and feelings. For example, repeated “s” sounds can create a soothing, calming spirit, while repeated “t” sounds can make a sense of tension or excitement. In addition, alliteration can generate a specific tone within a particular genre or style of writing, such as horror, romance, or comedy. By using alliteration thoughtfully and purposefully, writers can create a powerful effect that resonates with their readers and leaves a lasting impression. Basic Rules of Alliteration: definition of rules, examples and their use Alliteration is a sound device. It is used in English to repeat a letter or sound in multiple words in a phrase or sentence. The same sound or letter should be at the beginning of the words. Some basic rules of alliteration are: - Choose a sound or letter to repeat: to create alliteration, choose a sound or letter that will be repeated at the beginning of multiple words. - Repeat the sound or letter multiple times: the sound or letter should be repeated numerous times throughout the phrase or sentence to create the alliteration effect. - Use it sparingly: overusing the alliteration should be avoided as it can make the writing sound forced or gimmicky. Examples Of Alliteration Using Basic Rules The following examples give you a clear insight into how alliteration is used in writing. - The big brown bear bounced on the bed. - The slippery snake slithered silently through the grass. - The lovely lady lounged lazily in the luscious meadow. - The twinkling stars twirled in the night sky. - The pungent smell of popcorn permeated the room. - The furious fire flickered and flared in the fireplace. - The creepy crawly critters crept cautiously through the cave. - The booming bass bounced off the walls. How To Use Basic Rules Of Alliteration In Writing? To use alliteration in writing, writers should choose a sound or letter to repeat and use it consistently throughout the phrase or sentence. This repetition creates a musical quality to the language and emphasises the words that share the same sound or letter. Alliteration can be used to make a phrase more memorable, to highlight certain words or phrases, or to create a specific mood or tone in writing. However, it’s vital to avoid overusing it, which can make the writing feel forced or gimmicky. Advanced Rules Of Alliteration: definition of rules, examples and their use Alliteration can add a powerful impact to writing, and there are advanced rules that writers can use to create even more complex and nuanced effects. Here are some advanced rules to follow when using alliteration: Vary the stressed syllables Instead of repeating the same sound or letter, writers can vary the stressed syllables within the words to create a more complex alliteration effect. For example, “gently, gently, softly sighs the wind”. Use internal alliteration Writers can use alliteration within a single word or phrase to create a subtle but powerful effect. For example, “the whispering winds of winter”. Combine different sounds or letters Writers can combine sounds or letters to create a more complex alliteration effect. For example, “flickering flames of fire”. Use alliteration for emphasis Alliteration can highlight specific words or phrases in a sentence, highlighting their importance. For example: “The tiny turtle tried to turn towards the tide.” Consider the context Alliteration should be used appropriately for the context of the writing, such as using severe or formal alliteration for academic writing or playful and creative alliteration for advertising or children’s books. Fr example: “The prevalence of pollution in densely populated urban areas is a persistent problem that requires proactive policies and effective enforcement.” In this sentence, the alliteration of the “p” sound emphasises the issue of pollution and draws attention to the importance of taking action to address it. Examples Of Alliteration Using Advanced Rules Examples of alliteration are a great way to learn to handle them while writing. Some great examples of alliteration using advanced rules are: - Silently, I sailed on the silver sea, seeking serenity. - Glittering gold and gleaming gems, glistening in the light. - The chattering chatter of the chattering chipmunks. How To Use Advanced Rules In Writing? To use advanced rules of alliteration in writing, writers should focus on creating a more complex and nuanced alliteration effect. It is done by varying the stressed syllables, using internal alliteration, and combining different sounds or letters. Advanced rules aim to create a more subtle but powerful effect that resonates with the reader. However, it’s important not to overuse alliteration, as it can quickly become gimmicky and detract from the overall impact of the writing. By following these advanced rules, writers can use alliteration effectively and create a more powerful effect on their readers Importance Of Sound : how it affects Alliteration, different sound devices and their use Sound is an essential element of writing that can significantly affect how readers interpret and experience the text. For example, the way words sound can create a certain rhythm, mood, and emphasis that can enhance the overall impact of the writing. In particular, sound plays a crucial role in alliteration, as the same sound or letter is repeated at the beginning of multiple words in a phrase or sentence. How Does Sound Affect Alliteration? Alliteration is based on the repetition of sound, which means that the sound devices used in writing affect the effectiveness of alliteration. The two primary sound devices used in alliteration are consonance and assonance. Consonance is a sound device involving the repetition of consonant sounds, while assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds. They can develop different effects in alliteration, such as: - creating a musical quality to the language - emphasising certain words or phrases - setting a certain mood or tone - making the writing more memorable and impactful Examples of different sound devices used in Alliteration Consonance and Assonance are sound devices that are used in alliteration. By going through their examples, you can have a in-depth comprehension of these concepts - Consonance: Sally sells seashells by the seashore. (repetition of “s” sound) - Assonance: The rain in Spain falls mainly on the plain. (repetition of “ai” sound) Both: Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. (repetition of “p” and “e” sounds) Alliterative words: their list and ways to use them Alliterative words begin with the same sound or letter. They can emphasise specific phrases, create a mood or tone, and make the writing more memorable and impactful. Examples of Alliterative Words: - Slippery snake - Busy bee - Cosy cottage - Fuzzy fur - Golden glow - Perfectly pink - Terrific trio - Red roses - Sparkling stars - Tall trees To use alliterative words effectively, writers should consider the context and effect they want to create. For example, alliterative words can be soft, soothing, calming, harsh, and sharp, creating tension or drama. In addition, they can draw attention to a particular concept or idea. List of alliterative words The list of alliterative words below gives you a clear picture of using this figure of speech in your writing. There are countless alliterations in the English language. - Silly snake - Big brown bear - Cool cat - Dancing dog - Funny frog - Green grass - Happy hippo - Jolly jellyfish - Kind kangaroo - Loud lion - Mellow monkey - Noble knight - Orange octopus - Pretty peacock - Quiet quail - Red robin - Tiny turtle - Vicious vulture - Wild wolf How to use Alliterative words in writing? Using alliterative words in writing can add emphasis and create a rhythmic quality to the language. Some tips for using alliterative words effectively are: Consider the context : Use alliteration appropriately. Consider the tone of the writing and use alliteration to enhance it. Use sparingly : Overusing alliteration can become distracting and take away from the overall impact of the writing. Instead, use them appropriately to get the desired effect. Choose the right words : Choose alliterative words that add meaning to the writing and emphasise the message you want to convey. Examples of how Alliterative words can enhance writing Alliterative words are reliable aids to improve your writing and give it a seamless flow. In fact, if you pay attention, alliterative words can be spotted in your daily life. Advertising slogans : Companies use alliterative words to make them more memorable, such as “Maybe she’s born with it. Maybe it’s Maybelline” for Maybelline or “Melts in your mouth, not in your hand” for M&Ms. Children’s books : Alliteration is often used in children’s books to create a rhythmic quality to the language and make it more engaging for young readers, such as “Sammy snake slithers silently” or “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers”. Poetry : Alliteration is frequently used in poetry to create a musical quality to the language and emphasise certain words or phrases. For example, in Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s, The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, the following lines create the effect of alliteration: “The fair breeze blow, the white foam flew / The furrow followed free.” Alliteration in Literature: examples, analysis and contribution to the text Alliteration has been used in literature for centuries to create a powerful impact on the reader. Alliteration can be found in a wide range of literature from Shakespeare to Dr. Seuss. In literature, alliteration is often used to: - Create a certain mood or tone - Emphasise certain words or phrases - Make the language more rhythmic and musical - Add meaning and depth to the writing Some famous examples of alliteration in prose are: William Shakespeare’s works, including Hamlet, are rich in alliteration. For example, there is a repetition of “c” and “ch” words in this passage. “And we beseech you, bend you to remain/Here, in the cheer and comfort of our eye,/Our chiefest courtier, cousin, and our son” Maya Angelou included alliteration in her work I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. You can see this through “s“ in this phrase. “Up the aisle, the moans and screams merged with the sickening smell of woollen black clothes worn in summer weather and green leaves wilting over yellow flowers.” Analysis of alliteration and its contribution to the text Get a firm grasp over alliteration and its use in writing; examples are given below: - “Sally sells seashells by the seashore” – The alliteration of the “s” sound creates a flowing and rhythmic quality to the language, fitting for a tongue twister about selling seashells. The repetition of the sound also emphasises the speaker’s skill in selling seashells by the seashore. “Big brown bear bellowed boldly” – The alliteration of the “b” sound creates a sense of strength and power in the bear’s roar. The repetition of the sound also emphasises the size and weight of the bear. Alliteration vs. Assonance vs. Consonance Often the figures of speech: alliteration, assonance and consonance, are confused by many. The table Edulyte’s English trainers prepared can prevent you from Repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words “Whisper words of wisdom” Repeating the same vowel sound in words “His tender heir might bear his memory.” Repeating the same consonant sound in the middle or end of words “Mike likes his new bike.” Examples of the sound devices : - Alliteration: “Silly snake slithered slowly” – the repetition of the“s”e sound creates a smooth and flowing quality to the language, fitting for a description of a snake’s movement. - Assonance: “The cat sat on the mat” – the repetition of the short “a” sound creates a simple quality to the language, fitting for a simple sentence. - Consonance: “The wind whispered through the trees” – the repetition of the “w” and “s” sounds creates a sense of softness and gentleness in the description of the wind’s movement. - Alliteration is a sound device of English in which consonant sounds are repeated at the beginning of words in the same sentence or phrase. - It can be used to add emphasis, rhythm, and musicality to writing or speech. - Basic rules of alliteration include selecting words that start with the same consonant sound, placing them in the same sentence or phrase, and repeating them. - Advanced rules of alliteration include using different consonant sounds that are similar in sound, using internal rhyme, and varying the placement of the repeated sounds. - Alliterative words are those that start with the same consonant sound, and they can be used to create alliteration in writing. - Sound devices such as consonance and assonance are related to alliteration but involve the repetition of consonant sounds within words or vowel sounds, respectively. - Alliteration can contribute to the tone and mood of a piece of writing and can be used in various literary genres, including poetry, prose, and speeches. - Common mistakes to avoid when using alliteration include overusing it, using it in a forced or unnatural way, and sacrificing meaning for the sake of alliteration. - Alliteration can be identified by locating words with the same beginning consonant sound in writing or speech. Question comes here Frequently Asked Questions Alliteration is a sound device in language involving the repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words. Here are some common examples of alliteration in everyday language: - Coca-Cola – The repeated “c” sound creates a memorable and catchy brand name. - Dunkin’ Donuts – The repeated “d” sound makes a playful and fun brand name. - Best Buy – The repeated “b” sound makes a straightforward brand name. - Betty bought butter, but the butter was bitter – This tongue twister is another classic example of alliteration. - Fast and Furious – The repeated “f” sound creates a sense of speed and excitement in this phrase. - Toy truck – The repeated “t” sound makes sense of playfulness in this phrase. To create alliteration in your writing, you can follow these simple steps: - Choose a sound: Decide on a specific consonant sound you want to repeat throughout your writing. - Brainstorm words: Brainstorm a list of words that begin with that sound. - Mix and match: Experiment with combining different words and phrases that begin with the same sound. - Use sparingly: Use alliteration sparingly, as too many of them can distract the readers and take them away from the overall impact of your writing. - Emphasis: Alliteration can draw attention to certain words or phrases, emphasising their importance and creating a more severe or intense tone. - Flow: Alliteration can create a sense of rhythm and flow in writing, contributing to a more playful or lighthearted mood. - Repetition: Alliteration can create a sense of repetition, contributing to a more meditative or reflective mood. - Sound: Alliteration can create a specific sound that can contribute to the overall mood of a piece of writing. For example, harsh and sharp sounds can create a more tense or aggressive mood, while soft and flowing sounds can create a more calming or peaceful mood. Alliteration and rhyming are two different sound devices in language: Alliteration involves the repetition of letter sounds between multiple words, serving several literary and poetic purposes. Rhyming is when two or more words share larger sounds. When it comes to alliteration, you must consider the starting sounds at the beginning of the words. For rhyming, you have to pay attention to the ending sound. Examples of alliteration “How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?” Examples of rhyming The following lines are from “When I Consider How My Light Is Spent” by John Milton “When I consider how my light is spent, Ere half my days, in this dark world and wide, And that one Talent which is death to hide Lodged with me useless, though my Soul more bent” Both sound devices can create a sense of rhythm and musicality in language, but they are distinct. Some common mistakes that you can avoid when using alliteration in writing: - Overusing alliteration: While alliteration can be a powerful tool in writing, using it too often can distract the readers and take them away from the overall impact of the text. Use alliteration sparingly and purposefully to create the desired effect. - Forcing alliteration: Trying too hard to create alliteration can lead to awkward or unnatural-sounding phrases. Ensure the words you choose flow naturally and fit the context of the writing. - Sacrificing meaning for alliteration: Don’t sacrifice the purpose or clarity of your writing just to include alliteration. The alliteration should enhance the importance and impact of the text, not detract from it. - Ignoring sound devices: Alliteration is just one type of sound device in language. Consider other sound devices like assonance, consonance, and rhyme to enhance your writing. In poetry, alliteration refers to the repetition of the beginning consonant sound in a series of words or syllables. This sound device is used to create a musical and rhythmic quality to the poem, drawing attention to certain words or phrases and adding to the overall impact of the piece. For example, consider the following lines from the opening of Edgar Allan Poe’s poem “The Raven”: “Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore.” The repetition of the “m” sound in “midnight” and “pondered” and the “q” sound in “quaint” and “curious” creates an alliterative effect, adding to the musicality and rhythm of the poem. Indeed! Edulyte’s English instructors highly recommend playing alliteration games and reading to help understand alliteration better. There is a worksheet also provided to you to master the concept.

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Storytelling is a life saver Storytelling is the art of conveying a narrative or series of events through spoken or written words, images, or other forms of media. At its core, storytelling is a fundamental human activity that has been used to communicate ideas, share experiences, and connect with others for thousands of years. Storytelling can take many forms, including oral traditions, books, movies, television shows, plays, and more. In its simplest form, storytelling involves a storyteller who creates a narrative that engages and captivates an audience. The narrative may be based on true events, fictionalized accounts, or a combination of both. The storyteller may use a variety of techniques to bring the narrative to life, including character development, setting, plot, dialogue, and descriptive language, all of which we'll cover over the ensuing weeks. Storytelling is an essential part of human communication, and it can help us better understand the world around us, connect with others, and explore complex ideas and emotions. It's an anthropological need that protects us from danger. Imagine living with early man, and an elder comes back from a near-death experience. As he tells his story, he’s showing the clan where the danger lies and how to avoid or overcome it. In the video (below), I mention Lisa Cron's book Wired for Story, which provides excellent insight into how and why we tell stories as she goes into deeper detail than I do here. The video this week starts with a story, a character (me), and multiple complications. Each book I discuss started with questions. I envisioned a character placed in a familiar setting the moment before everything falls apart. Then I asked questions. Those questions help to develop the story, but how to start? Start with a hook. Grab the reader's attention with an opening line that is intriguing, unusual, or attention-grabbing. My favorite opening line is from Colleen Hoover’s novel Verity: “I hear the crack of his skull before the spattering of blood reaches me.” We'll go into deeper detail about openings in Creative Writing 102, but today, I want you to start simply. With an opening line, paragraph, or page. Your prompt this week is to begin a story in the middle of a climactic moment such as a fight, conflict, or in Hoover’s case, an accident. This shouldn’t be random, but should relate to the chain of events that set the story in motion. In Day 4, you began time management and building your writing blocks. For our final goal-setting class, you will expand and fine-tune your writing processes. Tools of the trade Reading widely is the number one tool for the writer, but when it comes to putting the skills, knowledge, and adventure of your story together, there are many tools that can help the process along. Of course, you can write with pen and notebook. This time-honored tradition works. There is a mental connection between the mind and the pen moving across the page, but at some point, you’ll need to put that creative work onto a typed page, and more than likely, into a computer document. I prefer to type while in the creative process because I can type on my laptop nearly as fast as the words and images flow through my brain, but ultimately, the format of the completed work is all that matters. Microsoft Word is the industry standard so your editor, agent, or critique partners will likely need a Word file to work with, but writers have access to many other options. I personally write in Word as it’s like a blank page without any confusing or unnecessary elements, but there are some worthwhile products to enhance your writing process. I haven’t used all of these but thought you should know what’s available. Where will you write, as in what format will you add word to page. Consider some of the following: Because I have a natural tendency to over schedule myself, I build my writing blocks, my day-job schedule, appointments, and everything else into one place. I create repeating tasks, alarms, notifications, and reminders to keep me productive and on time. It also prevents me from missing appointments, which when I’m on deadline is a definite possibility. No matter if you use the low-tech sticky note or the high tech app, you will need to build time into your week for writing. Timing is everything Our most productive work time varies by person, so today, consider the best time of day to write. Conventional wisdom is to write first thing in the morning while you’re still fresh. I guarantee a morning person came up with that plan. Night owls are not more productive in the morning, they’re barely coherent. Choose your time wisely, based on what is best for you. Note, don’t try to change your circadian rhythm. As someone who struggles with insomnia, I know that this kind of thing can be destructive. Day 5 Homework The comments are open for you to chime in with your goals, your action plan, or any questions you have about the process. Did it help you? *remember, no self-promo and no trolling. Have you ever found yourself opening up a file to write and before you know it, you’ve been at the desk for three hours without anything productive happening? Yeah, that’s a real thing, and planning your time will help eliminate that issue. Before we look at time management, let’s eliminate a common misconception that writers must wait for inspiration. Inspiration happens when we sit down to do the work, the infamous “butt-in-chair” method. The human brain is lazy. At first, it will resist the work. Your creative brain is trying to skip out on the work (picture it sitting at the desk with arms crossed like a petulant child), but if you sit down at the same time every day and focus on putting in the work, eventually your lazy brain will get the message that this is writing time. THEN the inspiration will appear. During the pandemic and associated lockdowns, many people were putting in ridiculous hours because there was no work-life balance and because there was so much work to do. This led to people re-evaluating their lives, their careers, and the time they put into the things they love. At the early parts of the pandemic, I was putting in 19+ hours a day and was told “that’s normal.” This made me re-evaluate my work, because anyone who thinks working 19 hours a day is normal needs a psych eval. Just as your laptop needs to recharge after 5-7 hours of work time, so does your brain. Borna Bonakdarpour, a behavioral neurologist and assistant professor of neurology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, says, The "main culprits behind our limited ability to focus are cognitive overload and energy use. When you increase the metabolism of the brain, it comes with byproducts that need to be cleared out and cleaned… The brain needs to rest” (Wigington). We only have a set number of hours a day where we can be focused, and when we exceed that, we experience brain fog and an inability to focus. In “Your ability to focus may be limited to 4 or 5 hours a day,” Keri Wigington explores the connection between rest, focus, and overworking our brains. Productivity researchers found that, “Rather than working super long hours, [highly successful people] maximized the amount of depth of focus time they had per day… and organized their day so they could put in about 4 or 4½ hours of really intensive deep work” (Wigington). So in our discussion about building a work schedule, it’s vital to understand the needs of the human brain and creativity. For instance, Bonakdarpour’s research suggests that for every 2-hours of focused work, “you need about 20 to 30 minutes to break.” Some writers and workers ascribe to the Pomodoro method, which is setting a timer for 25-minutes, focusing on one task, like writing, and then enjoying a 5-minute break. Repeat up to 4 Pomodoro’s (2-hours). After 2-hours, proponents suggest taking a longer 15-30 minute break. One of my coworkers does this with lesson-planning and grading, even following a playlist that follows that cycle. Breaking into my writing time every 25 minutes would mess with my writing mojo, so even before I knew the productivity research, I did writing sprints with fellow writers (although you can do them alone). Writing sprints vary between groups. We started with smaller times, like 30 minutes, and eventually settled on 45-50 minutes of writing and a 10 minute break. Here’s how it typically works. We spend a few minutes connecting (we need a social life too!), and then we set the timer for :50 minutes. We write nonstop. No checking email, answering the phone, research, or social media. Once the timer goes off, we compare word count. Not everyone does this, but honestly, I’m a highly competitive person, so this aspect holds me accountable and gives me a reason to strive for a higher word count. When we first started, our word counts were much less, but like running sprints, writing sprints help to build your stamina. We can now put in 600-1000 words each 50-minute sprint, and occasionally rise to over 1000-words. Then we take a break. We check social media or email or talk about our work or our social lives. And then we set the timer again. Most writers attribute sprints with increasing their output significantly. It’s also one way to stay social while living the writer-life. Now that you understand how to best use your focused time, examine your schedule and determine how and where you will fit writing into your life. Some people will manage one Pomodoro or writing sprint per day. Some will sprint for three hours twice a week. Let your real life determine your goals, not someone else’s writing plan. Ask yourself the following: Day 4 Homework Take some time to write your brainstorm answers in a notebook, calendar, or digital document. Bring your answers to the brainstorming to Day 5 where we will put it all together. To work, goals should be broken into small micro-actions necessary to complete the larger goals. As Kanye West learned in 2020, you can’t run for president if you don’t complete the proper paperwork first. Goals require action. For example, if “publishing my first novel” is your overarching goal, break it down into specific parts: What is it you want from or for your writing career? Take some time to write your answers in a notebook or digital document. Ask and answer these questions: Time is finite, use yours well. Mill around checklist In the military, we had a name for those all-too-frequent occasions when we had to show up 2.5 hours early for a briefing. We called it the mill-around checklist, because no one knew what was happening or when it would start. We do that with writing when we don’t plan. We open a file, read the last few pages or paragraphs, spend time on internet “research,” check our email and social media while we’re online, etc. That’s the writers’ mill-around checklist. Do what you must to prevent that from happening. Get started now by developing your goals into an action plan. Open up your brainstorming questions from Day 2. Are they measurable? Achievable and realistic? Do they have a deadline? Generally speaking, the more often you keep your goals in mind, the more often you review your goals, adjust as needed, and note your successes, the more likely you are to succeed at reaching your goals. How you measure success is up to each individual writer, but keep in mind that you cannot control most of the publishing process. Focus on what you can control: word count, queries, submissions, and completion. The rest is up to the volatile writing gods. Micro-actions are specific things you can do during your writing time to achieve your goal. A common question for expressive writers (journaling with a purpose) is to create a list of micro-actions that they can use when faced with a certain situation (often a trigger). In this way, the expressive writer plans for those moments rather than let those moments become a surprise attack. We then re-evaluate to see how that plan of action works. You will do the same with your creative writing schedule. Ask yourself the following: what is the specific goal? What is the end result you want out of the goal? What actions do you need to take to get there? Day 3 Homework Take some time to write your brainstorm answers in a notebook or digital document. Complete the above process for each of the 3 goals you created in Day 2. Know your goal, the end result you want, and the micro-actions necessary to do the work. When you are finished, you will be ready to work on time management for writers in Day 4. Writing is a horrible, exhausting struggle Some days, writing is beautiful, but I’m not giving away a deep dark industry secret when I say that writing is hard. George Orwell said, “Writing a book is a horrible, exhausting struggle, like a long bout with some painful illness. One would never undertake such a thing if one were not driven on by some demon whom one can neither resist nor understand.” Do not resist the writing demon. Instead, realize that the struggle is worth it. Venus Williams experienced many challenges in pursuit of tennis greatness, but when asked about the struggle, she said, “I don’t focus on what I’m up against. I focus on my goals and try to ignore the rest.” Writers should do the same. The publishing industry often seems stacked against the average writer, something which we cannot control, but we can control our thoughts, our actions, and our goals. Goal setting matters because it is easy to get demoralized on the writing journey. Goals give us focus when we’d rather crawl under the bed to hide from the writing demon. Writing successes or failures are often a direct result of goals, so make sure that your goals reflect the passions, themes, and ideals you brainstormed in Day 1. Don’t follow trends. Follow the yearnings of your writing soul and create smart goals. Are the goals you’re working toward specific? One of my earliest goals was to write 2 novels in one year. No matter that I hadn’t finished my first novel (outside that high school novel we won’t discuss). No matter that I didn’t specify the type of novel, how long it would be, what genre, what publisher, what audience. I just wanted to write two novels. You can imagine how un-successful that year was for me as a writer. All we can do is control the work. I can measure my word count, my page count, my number of queries or submissions sent out, but I cannot measure my success in the query process, because I can’t control the editors and agents on the other end who may choose not to respond positively. You can dream of being a best selling author, but you certainly can’t control or measure that (except through numbers of book sold on a given day, which is—once again—outside your control). When you make goals, make sure that you can measure success. Choose goals that you can measure like 500 words a day or 2500 words a week. Something you can measure in your day-to-day writing. If you watched my video in Day 1, you heard me say that smart goals may not be in our creative best interests, but really, I mean that goals should focus on what you can achieve. If you’re working three jobs and going to school, you may have the heart for writing, but you don’t have the time to achieve 3 books in 12 months. An additional and more salient point is that our creativity does not punch a time-clock. Putting arbitrary or unrealistic goals onto our creative psyches may do real damage, so make sure you’re setting goals that your creative self can meet. Otherwise, you’re asking for a block. Proper goals should be realistic. That means knowing and understanding the industry so you don’t have unrealistic expectations. For instance, saying you are going to publish 3 books this year is not in your control if you’re seeking traditional publishing, which takes 12-18 months per novel to get through the publication process. While 3 books is specific and measurable, it is definitely outside the confines of individual control. It is technically realistic if you’re Indie publishing, but focus on your first book before you give yourself a heart attack. Goals are dreams with a deadline. There is a difference between “I will be a published writer one day” and “I will write 80,000 words in 2023.” The first one has no deadline. That second one is specific, measurable, achievable given my writing schedule, realistic because I’m focused on what I can control, and it’s timely. It has a deadline. Notice as well that the first item, I will be a published author one day, is actually written in passive tense, which is a big no-no in the world of writing, plus it’s essentially saying to yourself that you are a passive writer when you want to be an active writer. Day 2 Homework Determine your top three goals for your writing journey. Try to create a mix of short-term goals and long term goals. Know what you will do in the next few year, but also think ahead to 3-year and 5-year goals. For example, a short term goal might be to write 2,500 words this week. A related long-term goal might be to finish an 80,000 word manuscript this year. On day 3, we will focus on breaking your goals into achievable micro-actions, so today, just focus on the goals. Comments will turn on for day 5. Odds are, you do not see yourself as others see you. You probably don’t see yourself as you are, either, but to set goals, you need to know the man or woman in the mirror. Goal setting starts with assessing yourself as a writer, something many writers have not yet considered, but it’s vital to goal setting. You can’t plan where you’re going if you don’t know who you are. For this course, you will define your goals as a writer and make important decisions that affect your writing journey. You will also create a foundation for the rest of this series and your mentoring journey. That starts with knowing the hero. You. Who Am I? This question is the heart of the movie The Breakfast Club, which explores high school identity, stereotypes, and the danger those stereotypes present. If you recall, the teens were defined by their roles: the smart kid, the athlete, the basket case, the princess, and the criminal. Does that mean you are defined by your non-writerly roles? God, I hope not. My biggest role is that of Mom, and I really don’t want to write about moms all the time. In fact, the movie shines a light on how these “roles” fail to consider the whole person. It focuses on the people behind the mask of their assumed identity. As a writer, think beyond the roles in your life. Consider what’s at the heart of you. Take some time to consider these questions. Write them down as we will continue to use them throughout the series. The thing is, you do not have to be a one-trick pony. Will you grow your brand faster if you focus on one genre? Probably, but if that leaves you creatively bereft, then that’s not the route for you. Publishers definitely benefit from writers who stay in one lane. Think Dan Brown, Nora Roberts, or James Patterson, but staying in one lane would drain me emotionally. Which brings me to the next question. Day 1 Homework Make sure to consider your answers, write them down as we’ll look at them in another lesson, and be ready for goal setting on Day 2. I'll open the comments on day 5 for you to share your goals if you're interested in that. Watch and Learn The attached video is not required, but it walks you through the beginning part of your brainstorming. Week 1: Writing Goals Yes, free. No catch. This is a series of 10 weekly posts on developing as a writer. Week 1 is a series of 5, but the rest are once a week. They were recorded for different classes during COVID lockdowns and remote learning, and I see no reason to keep them hidden away. 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Nora-Corina Jacob, a doctoral scholar in promoting creativity and innovation, identifies five investigative skills as the foundation for innovative ideas: questioning, observing, experimenting, networking, and associating. Questioning is a superb approach to engage students with a subject, as it ignites their inherent motivation. A spirit of curiosity is kindled, and students become enthusiastic and entertained. Rather than delivering facts, teachers can pose open-ended questions, or reverse a question: Instead of "How do you deliver an excellent presentation?" ask "What are the ways to deliver an exceptionally poor one?" This kind of questioning encourages creativity, brings joy, and fuels curiosity. Another technique is Question Storming, in which 50 questions about a specific topic are collected, without concern for the answers. For instance, when studying Goethe's Faust, one could ask: "Why do you think Goethe wrote this work? Why did he choose a devil rather than an angel as Faust's companion? How would the story change if Faust were a woman?" Afterward, the questions are gathered, sorted, and prioritized. Furthermore, by generating a multitude of "what if" questions around a topic and then discussing them, students can engage in broader exploration and creative thought. For students to retain the outcome of their collaborative efforts, it's crucial to rephrase the shared conclusion once or twice. Furthermore, exploring exceptions to established rules and patterns is another effective method for promoting inquiry-based learning. It's also beneficial for students to develop their own problem statements around a topic. Observation can be practiced everywhere and in countless ways: on the bus, at the playground, or in the home kitchen. In these settings, students can ponder possible improvements to the activities they carry out. Paul Collard cites a project in Lithuania where students visited a train station, a market, and a church, jotting down the sounds they heard. It was challenging to translate sounds into words – but that's part of the process. Excursions into nature or within the city provide students with new stimuli, allowing them to gather materials and broaden their perspectives. For example, during a class trip to a sensory garden, students can experience different textures underfoot, promoting sensory awareness. Similarly, a school garden offers varied sensory experiences such as sight, touch, smell, taste, and sound, fostering creativity (see the article "Urban Gardening - A Trend Based on Tradition"). Students can also learn through observation at museums, cooking classes, or driving schools, and then apply their observations to their own inquiries. Experimentation isn't limited to physics and chemistry classes; it can be integrated into any subject. In language arts, students could write a poem, an advertisement, or a clear instruction manual, or participate in a reading. The important part is allowing for divergent approaches in the creation process. Similarly, breaking boundaries in other subjects can also stimulate creativity: for instance, visiting a dam in a geography class, examining a burial mound in history, dissecting an everyday object in physics, or trying different aiming techniques in physical education. Competitions can also motivate students to engage their cognitive abilities. Traditional school models often restrict students to their grade levels. This should be reconsidered where feasible. Students from different grades can gain unique perspectives from their age disparities, especially when expressing diverse views in ethics class. Cross-grade work groups serve a similar purpose. In the absence of competitive pressure, an atmosphere conducive to creative learning can be fostered. After-school programs or school festivals provide further networking opportunities. Students can also engage with external contacts during school trips to companies or when experts from various fields are invited to the school for discussions. In the United Kingdom, Studio Schools focus less on theoretical knowledge and more on practical skills. This novel concept is designed to prepare 14 to 19-year-olds for the real-world job market. The school operates year-round, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and provides students with plenty of hands-on experience directly within companies. Paid internships are integrated into the curriculum, often leading to employment within the same company after graduation. Critics, however, express concerns about early specialization. Networking in so-called democratic schools is so extensive that all teaching occurs across grade levels (see also "Actually, I Really Like School"). Nevertheless, even within traditional grade structures, students can learn significantly from each other, as they often come from diverse cultural backgrounds, speak different home languages, belong to various religions, have unique hobbies, and come from different social classes. In his address to university graduates, Steve Jobs shared his experience of attending a calligraphy class in college. Despite not completing his studies at the time, he later utilized his calligraphy knowledge to design innovative fonts for the Mac, leading to its enormous success. This ability to associate unrelated things can be nurtured from an early age in the classroom. This way of linking things can also be practiced at a very early stage in class: Two students each think of a word (for example, "vacuum cleaner" and "fried potatoes"). The class tries to link the two words. Games available on the market can also be helpful in practicing linking: there is one that contains playing cards with terms that hardly anyone knows. Players try to come up with a plausible definition for the word. There are TV shows that work in a similar way. Mathieu Cassotti, a developmental psychology professor at the University of Paris Descartes, conducted workshops with 10-year-olds to boost their creativity. The focus was on defixing methods, aiming to counteract our inherent automatic thought patterns that often narrow our perspectives. When students do fall into repetitive thought patterns, teachers should indicate that their ideas are circling around the same concept and encourage them to consider different approaches. For example, when Cassotti asked the children to retell the tale of Little Red Riding Hood differently, the children initially struggled. Cassotti gave the children the task of telling the fairy tale of Little Red Riding Hood differently. At first, the children were stumped. He helped them along by suggesting that Little Red Riding Hood could become Little Green Riding Hood. What he observed was that this redirection of the thought process immediately led to a new fixation: The children wanted to turn Little Red Riding Hood into Little Blue, Little Yellow and Little Purple Riding Hood. He then suggested alternatives, like what would Little Red Riding Hood be without a cap? Could new characters appear in the story? These prompts gradually inspired the students to be more inventive. Similarly, in another exercise, in which the question was: imagine we drop an egg from a height of 10 meters, while it must not break - what is the best way to do this? At first, the obvious solutions were suggested: equip the egg with a paraglider; place a pool of water at the bottom to serve as a landing surface; wrap the egg in absorbent cotton. The more unusual Cassotti's ideas became, the more creative the children became: you could freeze the egg beforehand ... A bird catches the egg in flight ... The young course participants had managed to break out of the pattern and were able to think much more creatively at the end of the workshop than before. The lecturer also observed that a development in one area of creativity (painting, writing, making music, etc.) also had an impact on other areas. Brice Sicart, a fine arts specialist at the Académie de Créteil, proposes introducing paradoxes or constraints in the classroom, thus presenting students with a problem to solve. This approach enhances their creativity. For instance, asking students to imagine a giant walking through the classroom and then represent this in their own way, cultivates creative problem-solving skills. Some children will knock over chairs in the room, others will paint footprints on the floor, still others will draw a giant face and stick it behind the glass, others may move the floor tiles. Each child has their own ideas and learns from the ideas of others. Utilizing Different Senses Nora-Corina Jacob shares an instance of a teacher who had students create art inspired by music. Other variations of sensory learning can also be implemented: students can sculpt a figure from clay based on a scent, compose a musical piece inspired by a color, or describe the taste of their favorite dish. Fun in math class Agata Ludwa, a mathematician who introduces elementary students to math, advocates that math can and should be fun. Although math is a precise science, the approach can be creative. After all, it's by no means always the case that there has to be only one solution. Ludwa gives an example: the children find a line in their textbook made up of the following numbers: 4, 18, 27, 1, 21, 24, 0, 25, 6, 30. Above this, the question: "This is the result if you take a certain number times 7." The result in this task: 21, because the 21 is a multiple of 7. But the answer can also be 0, because 7 times 0 results in 0. Thus, there are two solutions here. Also arithmetic problems within a special context can be fun. For instance, consider this problem: Paul and Felix are 22 years old combined. How old were they together two years ago? When will they be 30 years old together? Overall, it's not challenging to make math lessons exciting and diverse. Ludwa offers many more possibilities in her video: Math problems in rhyme form, riddles, or even in the form of a detective story. Mandatory Course: Creativity Tanja Gabriele Baudson proposes introducing a mandatory course, "Creativity," in schools, focusing mainly on fostering the implementation of creative ideas. Here, students can choose their areas of interest to explore their creativity. The scope of activity need not be limited to a single domain; instead, students are encouraged to exhibit creativity across different subjects. The curriculum is a blend of independent and project-based learning. In this context, teachers play a vital role in directing projects in a meaningful manner and ensuring their relevance to the students' real-life experiences. When students can apply the outcomes of their projects in real life, their motivation levels surpass those driven solely by the pursuit of good grades. Indeed, a student who takes pride in a self-initiated product during independent learning time will eagerly look forward to new projects. Assessment: Yay or Nay? It's a challenging question to answer, but let's try: Since artists always create something outside the conventional system, assessing their works seems impractical. Jordan Peterson advocates this viewpoint. Conversely, Brice Sicart posits that learning cannot occur without assessment, as it aids skill development. Evaluations are integral to the professional realm too, with projects continually assessed by managers or customers. Hence, evaluation should be viewed not as punitive, but as a stepping-stone towards honing one's skills. The Downside of Evaluation in Relationships In personal relationships, evaluations are not only contentious but also often discouraged by psychologists. This perspective is reflected in the nonviolent communication model proposed by Marshall B. Rosenberg. Remember when you shared your project with someone, they quickly added their advice, and you felt demotivated afterwards? Precisely. Therefore, unless directly asked for, hold off on evaluations and suggestions. The responsibility for individual life choices rests with the individual. Those who heed their intuition make the best decisions for themselves. So, how should a piece of art be evaluated? Should the creator solely evaluate it, as suggested by Tanja Gabriele Baudson? After all, the artist is the one who decides when the text needs no more revisions or when the painting requires no more brush strokes. Should a knowledgeable committee be consulted to achieve consensus? Is it feasible to arrive at a collective judgement? In a school setting, at least, the teacher shouldn't be the sole authority over a student's work. In his essay on assessing the quality of ideas, Boris Forthmann outlines several dimensions for evaluating creative school performance. These criteria include idea fluency (the sheer number of ideas), originality (how unique a solution is), flexibility (the diversity of problem-solving approaches), elaboration (the detailed visualization of a solution), cleverness (appropriateness and inventiveness of the idea), and surprise (the unexpectedness of the idea). Claus Martin provides a simple answer: "Art is no more and no less than a good idea and its successful realization through craftsmanship." The key lies in recognizing a good idea and its artistic potential – and then transform it into a tangible artwork. Without a solid idea, a true piece of art cannot exist. Even though portrait painters in busy city squares may exhibit remarkable craftsmanship, their works bear no comparison to those of Salvador Dalí or Claude Monet. In the past, masters often entrusted the creation of their pieces to assistants, reserving the final touches and initial composition idea for themselves. However, even the best ideas are futile if not translated into reality by the means of skilled craftsmanship. Is the blend of an idea and its execution what constitutes a piece of art? Not exactly. Martin continues: an ignored artwork is meaningless. It gains significance when an observer views the painting, a reader peruses the novel, or a listener appreciates the music. The recipient completes the artwork by attributing meaning to it. The pleasure derived from the induced images and thoughts in their mind represents the best-case scenario. Is There Good and Bad Art? According to Claus Martin, absolutely. The composer notes that the reluctance to critique art stems from the era of the Third Reich. He perceives an undue reverence for creativity in Germany, akin to the notion that creative writing is unteachable. This apprehension is exclusive to the arts. A math teacher would never compliment a student's calculations if both the result and the process were flawed. Yes, there is successful art and unsuccessful art, and it's not merely a matter of personal taste. Forming a critically informed opinion demands effort. The Art of Evaluation Delivering an informed judgement is not instinctive but a learned skill, akin to writing or learning a new language. It is a long-term process. Judgement should serve to assess not only others' works but one's own as well. The ideal foundation for this is the study of renowned masterpieces. When evaluating art (not only limited to fine arts), Claus Martin suggests considering three temporal dimensions: the era in which the work was created, the period depicted in the artwork, and the reader's, viewer's, or listener's time. A piece of art might affect a viewer in ways the artist never intended due to the viewer's individual life experiences. Thus, art appreciation and evaluation are partially subjective processes. An art judgement comprises both objective and subjective criteria. Objectively, craftsmanship can be assessed. Schools typically categorize paintings into styles like Impressionism or Expressionism, and literary works into periods like Sturm und Drang or Romanticism. Students decode works — a process akin to following a cooking recipe. However, they remain mere observers rather than active recipients, which limits their learning experience. While schools should equip students with the tools to critique artworks, they should also teach that art judgement is largely subjective. Differing critiques can coexist validly, and they are not absolute truths but subjective perspectives influenced by their temporal context. Traditional objective knowledge impartation in schools must be complemented with subjective aspects. Moreover, teachers should motivate students to form independent judgements and have the self-assurance to decide their preferences, distinguishing between personal taste and objective quality criteria. School of the Future What might a future school look like? Tanja Gabriele Baudson and Julia Sophie Haager offer specific ideas: In such a school, creativity isn't just one skill among many, but an essential component of personal development, thus integral to the curriculum. Creative skill acquisition is considered a standard of education. Teachers, trained in this field, engage their creativity and act as mentors and stimulators within the classroom. Every student receives individualized support. As a result, not all students achieve the same level of knowledge or education. The uniqueness of each student is respected. Not every child needs to be innately creative; some may be less so and prefer it that way. Such differences are accepted. This approach prevents the onset of 'creative stress'; promoting creativity doesn't deteriorate into forced creativity. It's vital to recognize that even students with less pronounced creative potential can contribute to the community. Given the individualized support, the future school doesn't segregate by age groups. Children of all ages learn from one another, forming a creative field. Everyone develops at their own pace and progresses through school according to their timeline, potentially resulting in some students completing their education earlier than others, or reaching higher competencies. At this school, students do not graduate. In this future school, referred to as "learning houses" by Baudson and Haager, children spend most of their week autonomously learning, following flexible schedules. Students and teachers maintain core times at the learning house but also enjoy some flexibility. There are no set vacation periods; instead, students and teachers schedule their vacations within certain parameters. Traditional vacations are replaced by project weeks, during which students work on real projects, complete internships at companies, and network. Designed like a campus, the future school offers students the freedom to choose their learning environment—inside or outside. They discover an engaging learning environment equipped with versatile educational tools that inspire them daily. Uniform, dull classrooms become a relic of the past. Instead, the children themselves design the rooms. In these learning houses, flat hierarchies prevail, and the joy of learning permeates. The houses resemble creative talent workshops more than today's conventional schools. Students learn by listening to lectures and others' ideas, researching, investigating, or creating. The curriculum offers an appropriate level of challenge without being overwhelming. Pure knowledge transfer or rote memorization isn't the focus. Instead, students acquire knowledge, understand its context, develop things within a context, and learn skills and behavioral patterns (observed in their teachers). Each student's learning profile is compiled in a digital learning diary, continuously updated. This diary accompanies the children in their daily tasks, solved either on paper or digitally, ensuring they don't feel perpetually monitored. Every three months, teachers and students review the student's knowledge level and discuss future learning objectives. Questions that arise during learning are posted in designated forums, benefiting all. For specific questions, children can reach out to teachers directly, not to get all the answers, but to receive guidance towards finding answers themselves. Ideally, learning houses are globally networked, ensuring everyone benefits from the created learning materials. Students perfect their foreign language skills and gain insights from peers worldwide, working on similar problems. They have the opportunity to collaborate on projects. To think differently, students must learn to act differently. The learning houses provide this opportunity, which, hopefully, won't remain a mere vision. All kinds of contradictions As you might have noticed, contradictions appear throughout this text: A fact is explained and later perhaps entirely contradicted. This is intentional: we wanted to depict as many facets of creativity as possible, and contradictions are inherent to creativity. They make up not only our science and art but our entire lives. We're certain a new perspective is just around the next corner! Why This Comprehensive Article on Creativity? Creativity, as we've seen, isn't only a vital part of our world; childhood is almost defined by it. It significantly contributes to healthy development, is immensely important in learning, and shapes your children's future lives. Children are close to our hearts: our own, yours, the neighbors'. We wish for all of them to freely develop their creativity. Therefore, we aim to provide you with tools to foster more creativity in your children's lives—and your own. But there's more: for over forty years, we've been embodying this creativity by inventing a modular toy that never existed before. We continually develop it, drawing inspiration from your experiences, pushing into new areas (refer to our QUADRO Nature section for more details). With the most important point yet to mention, QUADRO is a profoundly creative toy. Don't believe it? Explore our model database. You'll find over 400 different models, from climbing frames to the Ultra Climbing Pyramid Extreme, pirate ships to pool bars. We indeed are creative. Now it's your turn, you and your kids: Invent something unique, something fitting for your home, your yard. Something no one else has. Let your imagination run wild and invent something we haven't even thought of yet. - Julia Sophie Haager, Tanja Gabriele Baudson (Hrsg.) Kreativität in der Schule finden, fördern, leben. 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The History of La Prairie: The Past La Prairie, a small town nestled in the heart of Canada’s prairies, carries with it a rich history that spans back centuries. Exploring its past offers invaluable insights into the formation and development of this quaint community. Through the lens of cultural, economic, and political factors, one can gain a deeper understanding of how La Prairie has evolved over time. One example that vividly illustrates the historical significance of La Prairie is the establishment of Fort Ville-Marie by French colonists in 1642. This strategic outpost along the St. Lawrence River not only served as a trading post but also laid the foundation for future settlements in the region. Over time, as more settlers arrived and indigenous populations interacted with European traders and explorers, La Prairie gradually transformed from a remote frontier outpost to a bustling hub of commerce and cultural exchange. The early growth of La Prairie was closely tied to its agricultural potential. The fertile soil allowed for prosperous farming practices, which attracted new settlers seeking opportunities for prosperity. As agriculture flourished, so did trade networks within and beyond La Prairie’s borders. With increased connectivity came advancements in transportation infrastructure such as roads and railways, further fueling economic growth and facilitating social interactions among residents. In conclusion, delving into the history of La Prairie reveals a story of resilience, adaptability, and community spirit. From its humble beginnings as a French trading post to its current status as a vibrant town, La Prairie’s evolution is shaped by the interplay between cultural, economic, and political forces. By understanding and appreciating this rich historical tapestry, we can better appreciate the unique character and heritage of this small Canadian prairie town. The History of La Prairie: The Past La Prairie, a town located in Quebec, Canada, has a rich history that dates back centuries. To understand its origins, let us delve into the ancient roots of this captivating place. Example: Imagine standing on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in La Prairie thousands of years ago. You would witness the nomadic indigenous people who roamed these lands with their deep knowledge of survival and connection to nature. These early inhabitants laid the foundation for what was to come. During this period, several key aspects shaped life in La Prairie: Cultural Diversity: The region attracted various tribes such as the Iroquois Confederacy, Algonquin Nations, and Huron-Wendat communities. This cultural mosaic enriched not only the local traditions but also fostered trade relationships and intertribal connections. Agricultural Practices: Native peoples exhibited advanced methods of agriculture by cultivating crops like maize, beans, and squash. Their expertise in sustainable farming techniques ensured self-sufficiency within their communities while preserving the delicate ecological balance. Spiritual Significance: Indigenous societies revered sacred sites across this land where they conducted religious ceremonies and maintained spiritual beliefs tied closely to natural phenomena. These practices instilled reverence for Mother Earth among generations. Artistic Expressions: Through intricate craftsmanship and artistic expressions found in pottery-making or storytelling traditions, indigenous cultures showcased their creativity and shared historical narratives that have influenced subsequent generations. Within this context emerged an interconnected community that fueled trade routes along rivers and established social structures based on mutual cooperation and respect. As we transition into exploring “Colonization and Early Settlement,” it is important to recognize how these ancient origins provided a strong foundation upon which future chapters unfolded. Colonization and Early Settlement The Ancient Origins of La Prairie: Unearthing the Past In delving into the history of La Prairie, it is fascinating to explore its ancient origins and trace back the roots that shaped this region. One can imagine a bustling community nestled along the banks of the St. Lawrence River, where indigenous peoples thrived in harmony with their natural surroundings. To illustrate, let us consider a hypothetical example – the Kanien’kehá:ka (Mohawk) people who inhabited this land long before European settlers arrived. Emotional Bullet Point List - Awe-inspiring artifacts unearthed from archaeological sites. - Stories passed down through generations, preserving cultural heritage. - The profound connection between Indigenous communities and their ancestral lands. - The resilience demonstrated by these early inhabitants in adapting to changing environments. It is important to acknowledge that understanding ancient civilizations requires piecing together fragments of evidence left behind. Through excavation efforts and meticulous research, archaeologists have uncovered invaluable insights into the lives led by those who called La Prairie home centuries ago. Studying pottery shards, tools, and burial grounds offers glimpses into daily activities, spiritual beliefs, and social structures. |Pottery Shards||Reveal artistic expressions and craftsmanship skills| |Stone Tools||Provide insight into hunting techniques and resource utilization| |Burial Grounds||Offer clues about funeral rites and societal hierarchies| While much remains unknown about pre-colonial La Prairie, we are fortunate to possess valuable records documenting interactions between explorers and Indigenous populations during the colonization period. These historical accounts serve as windows into a time when French and British powers vied for control over North America’s vast territories. Transitioning from ancient times to this era of exploration brings us closer to comprehending how external influences would ultimately shape the destiny of La Prairie. French and British Rule The History of La Prairie: The Past Colonization and Early Settlement in La Prairie laid the foundation for its future development. As we delve into this chapter, it is crucial to understand how these early settlers shaped the town’s identity. For instance, let us consider the case of Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville, who arrived in La Prairie in 1670 with a vision to establish a thriving community. Through his leadership and determination, he successfully attracted more settlers and initiated the process of urbanization. During this period, several key trends emerged that contributed to the growth of La Prairie: - Agricultural Expansion: Settlers began clearing land and cultivating crops such as wheat, corn, and tobacco. This agricultural expansion not only provided sustenance but also boosted trade within the region. - Trade Networks: With access to waterways like the St. Lawrence River and Lake Saint-Louis, La Prairie became an important trading hub. Goods such as furs, timber, and agricultural produce were exchanged with neighboring communities. - Indigenous Relations: The early settlers established relationships with local Indigenous communities through trade agreements and alliances. These interactions fostered cultural exchanges while ensuring peaceful coexistence. To better illustrate the impact of colonization on early settlement patterns in La Prairie, consider the following table: |Year||Population||Main Economic Activities||Notable Events| |1670||50||Agriculture||Arrival of Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville| |1685||200||Agriculture, Fur Trading||Construction of Fort Longueuil| |1700||500||Agriculture, Timber Industry||Establishment of first school| This table highlights both quantitative data (population growth) and qualitative information (economic activities). By presenting this information concisely in a table format, readers can easily grasp the progression of La Prairie’s early history. As we move forward, the next section will explore the period of French and British rule in La Prairie. This pivotal era brought significant changes to the town as it navigated through shifting political landscapes. Understanding this historical context is crucial in comprehending the subsequent events that shaped La Prairie during the American Revolution. The French and British Rule in La Prairie laid the foundation for significant developments that would shape its future. One notable example is the establishment of a fur trading post by French explorers, which brought economic opportunities and cultural interactions to the region. This case study exemplifies the complex dynamics between different colonial powers during this period. During both French and British rule, several key aspects influenced life in La Prairie: Economic Transformation: The presence of European colonizers led to an economic transformation in La Prairie. The fur trade played a vital role in driving commerce and establishing connections with indigenous communities. It created a network of trade routes stretching across North America, facilitating exchanges of goods and ideas. Social Interactions: The coexistence of multiple colonial powers resulted in diverse social interactions within La Prairie’s population. Indigenous peoples, French settlers, and later British loyalists all contributed to shaping the community’s identity through intermarriage, language exchange, and shared religious practices. Political Struggles: The transition from French to British rule brought political struggles to La Prairie as power shifted hands between these competing empires. Tensions escalated during conflicts such as the Seven Years’ War when military campaigns were fought on Canadian soil. Cultural Preservation: Despite changing political landscapes, efforts were made to preserve cultural traditions in La Prairie. For instance, French customs continued to influence daily life even after Britain gained control over the territory. These cultural ties served as a reminder of past identities while adapting to new realities. Emotional Bullet Point List: - Resilience in times of uncertain governance - Adaptation amidst shifting geopolitical forces - Survival strategies employed by diverse communities - Cultural preservation against external pressures These four bullet points evoke emotions associated with challenges faced by individuals living under foreign rule—highlighting their resilience and ability to adapt while preserving their heritage. |Challenges Faced Under Colonial Rule||Responses & Strategies||Impact on Community Identity| |Economic dependence on fur trade||Formation of trade networks, diversification of economic activities||Development of a distinct mixed economy and intercultural exchanges| |Political instability||Fostering diplomatic relations with different colonial powers||Shifting allegiances and negotiation for local autonomy| |Cultural assimilation||Preservation of cultural practices through community cohesion||Creation of a hybrid identity reflecting diverse influences| This table showcases the challenges faced by La Prairie’s inhabitants under colonial rule, their responses to these challenges, and the resulting impact on the community’s identity. In light of these historical developments, it becomes evident that La Prairie served as a microcosm of larger geopolitical struggles. The interactions between French and British forces shaped not only its political landscape but also influenced social dynamics and cultural preservation. As we delve further into La Prairie’s history, we will explore how this region became entangled in the formation of the United States, marking another significant step in its evolution. Formation of the United States The History of La Prairie: The Past After the American Revolution, which saw the Thirteen Colonies gain independence from Great Britain, the town of La Prairie experienced significant changes that would shape its future. This section delves into the Formation of the United States and its impact on La Prairie’s development. One notable example illustrating this impact is the influx of settlers to La Prairie following the Revolutionary War. As people sought new opportunities in a country striving for growth and prosperity, many individuals and families decided to make their way westward towards regions like La Prairie. These settlers brought with them diverse backgrounds, skills, and ambitions, contributing to the cultural richness and economic potential of the town. This period witnessed several key developments that set the stage for La Prairie’s transformation: - Economic Expansion: With access to new markets and increased trade networks, La Prairie experienced an economic boom. Industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, and trade flourished, leading to greater job prospects and improved living standards. - Infrastructure Growth: To support this expanding economy, infrastructure projects were initiated throughout La Prairie. New roads were constructed for efficient transportation of goods and services, while bridges facilitated connectivity between different parts of town. - Social Institutions: As society evolved alongside these economic changes, social institutions emerged to meet growing community needs. Schools were established to provide education opportunities for children, religious organizations provided spiritual guidance and support networks, while civic groups aimed at fostering unity among residents. - Cultural Exchange: The influx of settlers also led to an exchange of ideas and cultures in La Prairie. Different traditions merged together over time as immigrants interacted with existing inhabitants. This vibrant cultural fusion created a unique identity for the town. In light of these transformations during this formative phase in history, it becomes evident how crucial events unfolding within the newly formed United States shaped not only national affairs but also local communities like La Prairie. As we transition into exploring ‘Historical Finance,’ it is essential to recognize how the economic and social changes experienced during this time laid the groundwork for future financial developments in La Prairie. [Table: Emotional Response] The emotional response evoked by revisiting history often encompasses a range of sentiments. Delving into the formation of the United States within the context of La Prairie allows us to experience nostalgia as we reminisce about past events, curiosity when discovering new aspects of our shared heritage, empathy through relating to the struggles and triumphs of those who came before us, and inspiration from reflecting on the achievements that shaped our present reality. Transitioning seamlessly into ‘Historical Finance,’ we now explore how these historical foundations set the stage for financial systems to evolve in La Prairie without missing a beat. The Formation of the United States marked a significant turning point in history, shaping the future development and growth of La Prairie. One intriguing example that highlights this transformative period is the story of John Adams, who played a critical role in drafting the Declaration of Independence. His unwavering dedication to securing independence for the American colonies exemplifies the determination and vision that characterized this era. During this time, several key factors contributed to the historical landscape of La Prairie: Political upheaval: The formation of the United States brought about a fundamental shift in political structures, with an emphasis on democratic principles and individual rights. This change created opportunities for new settlements like La Prairie to flourish under these evolving ideals. Economic expansion: As trade routes opened up and commerce flourished, economic prospects expanded exponentially. With its strategic location near major waterways, La Prairie became a hub for trade and transportation, attracting merchants from far and wide. Social diversification: The influx of settlers from different backgrounds fostered cultural diversity within La Prairie’s population. This multicultural environment enriched community life and encouraged cross-cultural exchange. Technological advancements: Rapid technological progress during this period propelled innovation across various industries. In La Prairie, advances in agriculture techniques allowed farmers to cultivate more fertile land efficiently, leading to increased productivity and prosperity. These developments set the stage for the subsequent chapter in La Prairie’s history – Historical Finance – which explores how economic systems evolved alongside societal changes during this time period. As we delve deeper into understanding Early Inhabitants’ impact on La Prairie’s trajectory, it becomes apparent how their presence influenced its identity as it stands today. Section Title: The History of La Prairie: The Past Transition: Having explored the intricacies of historical finance in La Prairie, we now delve into the early inhabitants who shaped its foundations. To better understand their lives and experiences, let us consider a hypothetical scenario involving Pierre, a French settler drawn to the region by promises of fertile land and abundant resources. Paragraph 1: As Pierre arrived in La Prairie with dreams of prosperity, he encountered a landscape teeming with possibilities. The rich soil promised bountiful harvests, while the nearby rivers provided ample fish for sustenance. However, life was not without challenges. Pierre faced harsh winters that tested his resilience and resourcefulness. He had to adapt to the changing seasons, ensuring sufficient food storage and shelter during long periods of isolation. Despite these hardships, Pierre’s determination fueled his desire to build a community that would thrive amidst nature’s adversities. - Life in harmony with nature - Reliance on natural resources for survival - Adaptation to seasonal variations - Community-building spirit Emotional bullet point list: - Awe-inspiring beauty of untamed landscapes - Struggles against unforgiving elements - Triumph over adversity through unity and perseverance - Sense of fulfillment from successfully harnessing nature’s gifts Paragraph 2 (Table): To further illustrate the interplay between human existence and the environment in early La Prairie, consider the following table: |Harsh winters||Building sturdy log cabins; stockpiling firewood| |Scarcity of food||Hunting game animals; preserving surplus produce| |Isolation||Establishing tight-knit communities; organizing social gatherings| |Unpredictable weather patterns||Developing sustainable farming practices| This table highlights how individuals like Pierre adapted to overcome environmental obstacles through innovative strategies and communal cooperation. Paragraph 3: The experiences of early settlers in La Prairie exemplify the resilience and determination required to thrive in a challenging environment. Their ability to forge meaningful connections with the land and with one another laid the groundwork for future generations. This spirit of perseverance would prove vital as European exploration began to shape the region, ushering in an era of substantial transformation. Transition: With Pierre’s journey serving as a testament to human adaptability, we now turn our attention towards European exploration and its impact on La Prairie. The History of La Prairie: The Past As we delve further into the history of La Prairie, it is important to explore the early inhabitants who laid the foundation for this vibrant community. One noteworthy example is that of a hypothetical indigenous tribe known as the Algonquin people. These native inhabitants relied heavily on hunting and gathering for sustenance, showcasing their deep connection with nature and their ability to adapt to the surrounding environment. During this time period, several key factors shaped the lifestyle and culture of these early inhabitants: - Nomadic Lifestyle: The Algonquin people lived a nomadic life, moving from one location to another in search of resources such as food and water. - Oral Tradition: Communication was primarily passed down through generations via oral tradition – stories, legends, and myths were shared to preserve cultural heritage. - Spiritual Beliefs: A profound spiritual belief system guided their daily lives, with reverence for natural elements like animals and plants being an integral part of their rituals. - Artistic Expression: Indigenous art forms played a significant role in capturing their unique experiences and perspectives. Intricate designs adorned pottery, clothing, and other artifacts. - Harmony with Nature: Living in harmony with nature allowed them to develop sustainable practices that respected ecological balance. - Strong Sense of Community: Tight-knit communities fostered unity among individuals, ensuring mutual support during challenging times. - Deep Connection with Ancestry: Their ancestral lineage held great importance; honoring ancestors was considered essential for maintaining cultural identity. - Resilience in Adversity: Despite facing numerous challenges over centuries, they demonstrated remarkable resilience by adapting and preserving their traditions. Additionally, here is a three-column table highlighting some key aspects about the early inhabitants: |Hunting||Primary food source||Ensured survival| |Gathering||Supplemental to hunting||Provided variety in diet| |Storytelling||Cultural preservation||Passed down knowledge| |Ceremonies||Spiritual connection||Strengthened community bonds| With a solid understanding of the early inhabitants, we can now transition into exploring the European exploration and its impact on La Prairie’s history. The struggles for control that ensued would shape the future trajectory of this remarkable region. Struggles for Control Section H2: Struggles for Control The European explorers who arrived in La Prairie faced numerous challenges as they sought to establish control over the territory. One notable example is the conflict between the French and English, which had a profound impact on the region’s history. Case Study: The Battle of Fort Chambly One pivotal event that exemplifies the struggles for control in La Prairie is the Battle of Fort Chambly. In 1760, during the Seven Years’ War, British forces besieged this strategic fortification located near present-day La Prairie. Despite their initial advantage, the French defenders were eventually overwhelmed by superior British firepower and surrendered after a month-long siege. This battle marked a turning point in the struggle for control over La Prairie, as it led to British dominance in the region. During this tumultuous period of colonial expansion, several key factors contributed to ongoing competition and conflicts: - Imperial Rivalries: The struggle for control over North America was primarily driven by imperial rivalries between European powers such as France and England. - Indigenous Alliances: Native American tribes played a significant role in these struggles, forming alliances with either French or English forces based on their own interests and goals. - Economic Interests: The rich natural resources found in La Prairie attracted both French and English settlers eager to exploit them for trade and commerce. - Geopolitical Considerations: The strategic location of La Prairie along major waterways made it an important territorial prize coveted by both sides. |Imperial Rivalries||Competition between empires drove struggles for control| |Indigenous Alliances||Native American tribes aligned themselves with different factions| |Economic Interests||Desire to exploit resources fueled conflicts| |Geopolitical Considerations||Strategic location heightened territorial importance| In conclusion, the struggles for control over La Prairie were complex and multifaceted, shaped by imperial rivalries, indigenous alliances, Economic Interests, and geopolitical considerations. These factors contributed to a series of conflicts that played out in the region, leaving a lasting impact on its history. Transitioning into the next section: The Struggles for Control set the stage for further upheaval in La Prairie’s history. One notable event that unfolded during this turbulent period was the War of Independence… War of Independence The struggles for control in La Prairie were marked by conflicts and power shifts among various groups vying for dominance over the region. One notable example is the Battle of Fort Chambly, which occurred during the Seven Years’ War between British and French forces. This battle highlighted the strategic importance of La Prairie as a key location for military control. During this period, several factors influenced the struggle for control: - Geographical significance: Situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, La Prairie provided access to important trade routes and transportation networks, making it an attractive target for rival powers. - Economic interests: The fur trade played a significant role in shaping territorial disputes. Both the British and French sought to establish dominance in order to gain control over lucrative fur trading opportunities. - Political motivations: The desire for political supremacy was another driving force behind these struggles. As empires clashed, each sought to expand their influence and assert authority over new territories. - Cultural clashes: The clash between French and British cultures contributed to tensions between competing factions. Language, religion, and social customs all played a part in fueling animosity between different groups. Emotional effect bullet point list (markdown format): - Loss of lives due to conflict - Displacement of communities - Destruction of infrastructure - Struggle for survival amidst chaos Table (markdown format): |Factors Influencing Control||Examples| |Geographical Significance||Access to trade routes| |Economic Interests||Fur trade opportunities| |Political Motivations||Desire for supremacy| |Cultural Clashes||Differences in language/religion| These struggles ultimately set the stage for what would later become known as the War of Independence. In this subsequent section about “Birth of a Nation,” we will explore how these tensions escalated further before culminating in a fight for independence from colonial rule. Birth of a Nation The War of Independence marked a significant turning point in the history of La Prairie. With its conclusion came the opportunity for the region to forge its own path and establish itself as an independent nation. This section will explore the birth of a new era, shedding light on the transformative events that unfolded during this pivotal time. One illustrative example of this period is the formation of La Prairie’s constitution. In 18XX, a group of visionary leaders convened to draft a document that would serve as the foundation for their newly established nation. This constitution not only outlined the rights and responsibilities of citizens but also provided a framework for governance, ensuring stability and democratic principles within La Prairie. During this period, several key developments reshaped the socio-political landscape of La Prairie: - The establishment of national institutions: The newfound independence necessitated the creation of various government bodies responsible for maintaining law and order, promoting economic growth, and protecting citizens’ interests. - Infrastructural advancements: Recognizing the importance of connectivity and trade, efforts were made to improve transportation networks and construct critical infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and harbors. - Socio-cultural reforms: As an emerging nation with diverse communities, policies were enacted to promote inclusivity, protect individual liberties, and foster cultural exchange among different ethnic groups. - Educational initiatives: Realizing that knowledge was crucial for progress, investments were made in educational institutions to provide accessible learning opportunities for all residents. To better visualize these changes during this formative phase in La Prairie’s history, consider the following table: |Formation of Constitution||Established legal structure & protected citizens’ rights| |Infrastructure Advancements||Improved connectivity & facilitated economic development| |Socio-Cultural Reforms||Fostering inclusivity & celebrating diversity| |Educational Initiatives||Promoting knowledge acquisition & societal progress| These developments brought about a sense of hope and aspiration among the people, as La Prairie embarked on its journey towards progress. With the stage set for economic transformation, the subsequent section will delve into the factors that propelled La Prairie’s growth and prosperity. Transitioning to the next section about “Economic Transformation,” it becomes evident that this period of nation-building laid a solid foundation upon which La Prairie’s economy would thrive. The Birth of a Nation marked the beginning of La Prairie’s rich and captivating history. Now, we delve further into the past to explore how this nascent nation underwent an economic transformation that would shape its future. One notable case study is the development of La Prairie’s agricultural sector in the early 19th century. As settlers began cultivating the vast fertile lands surrounding the town, agriculture quickly became a vital part of the local economy. The introduction of mechanized farming techniques and improved transportation infrastructure boosted productivity and allowed for greater distribution of goods. This resulted in increased prosperity for farmers and stimulated trade within and beyond La Prairie’s borders. To better understand this economic transformation, let us examine some key factors that contributed to its success: - Diversification: The expansion of agricultural activities was not limited to staple crops like wheat or corn alone. Farmers started exploring alternative crops such as tobacco, hops, and fruits, which diversified both their income streams and market opportunities. - Innovation: Mechanization played a pivotal role in enhancing productivity on farms. Innovations such as steam-powered threshing machines and horse-drawn plows revolutionized traditional farming practices, allowing for larger-scale production with fewer labor requirements. - Infrastructure: The establishment of railways connecting La Prairie to major cities enabled efficient transportation of agricultural products over long distances. This facilitated access to broader markets, leading to increased demand for locally produced goods. - Trade Networks: Through strategic alliances with neighboring regions and international trading partners, La Prairie expanded its export capabilities. This opened up avenues for new business ventures and fostered economic growth throughout the region. These factors not only transformed La Prairie’s economic landscape but also shaped its identity as an industrious community driven by innovation and resilience. |Wheat||High yield potential||Vulnerability to diseases| |Tobacco||Lucrative export market||Labor-intensive cultivation| |Hops||Growing demand in brewing||Climate sensitivity| |Fruits||Diversification of income||Seasonal production| As La Prairie evolved into a thriving agricultural hub, it not only witnessed economic prosperity but also experienced social and cultural changes. The influx of immigrants seeking opportunities in this newly developing sector brought with them diverse traditions and customs, enriching the fabric of the community. This blending of cultures laid the foundation for a more inclusive society that celebrated diversity and embraced new ideas. In light of these developments, it becomes evident that La Prairie’s economic transformation was not just about financial gains; it symbolized the resilience, adaptability, and collaborative spirit of its people. It set the stage for future growth and cemented La Prairie’s position as an integral part of Canada’s historical tapestry.

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At a glance - key points to consider |1. Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)||Provides an introduction to GIS, explaining its importance and applications in various fields such as urban planning, environmental management, and geospatial analysis. Highlights the potential for self-learning in acquiring GIS skills.| |2. Understanding GIS concepts and principles||Covers fundamental concepts and principles of GIS, including spatial data, coordinate systems, layers, and data analysis. Explains how these concepts form the foundation of GIS and are essential for self-learning.| |3. Exploring GIS software||Introduces popular GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, and Google Earth. Discusses their features, functionalities, and availability for self-learners. Provides resources and tutorials for getting started with these software applications.| |4. 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Encourages self-learners to undertake real-world projects to apply their skills and gain practical experience.| |11. Accessing online resources and communities||Provides a list of recommended online resources, such as tutorials, forums, and blogs, for self-learners to access GIS learning materials and engage with the GIS community.| |12. Conclusion||Summarizes the key points discussed and encourages readers to embark on the self-learning journey in GIS. Emphasizes the value of hands-on practice, continuous learning, and networking with fellow GIS enthusiasts.| What Is GIS? Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a powerful tool that allows us to store, analyze, and visualize spatial data. Simply put, it’s all about maps! But not just any maps - GIS takes mapping to a whole new level by incorporating layers of data onto those maps. With GIS, we can combine information from various sources such as satellite imagery, surveys, and demographic data to create comprehensive and interactive maps. These maps can provide valuable insights for decision-making in fields like urban planning, environmental management, and public health. GIS goes beyond traditional paper-based maps by enabling users to perform complex analyses and modeling. It allows us to answer questions like: How far are you from the nearest hospital? Where should a new school be built based on population distribution? What areas are at high risk of natural disasters? By understanding what GIS is and its capabilities, you can harness its power for your own projects or career aspirations. Whether you’re interested in becoming a GIS professional or simply want to use it as a tool for personal exploration or research, learning how to utilize GIS effectively opens up endless possibilities. Self-guided GIS learning is an excellent option for those who prefer to learn at their own pace and on their own terms. With the abundance of online resources available, it’s now easier than ever to embark on a self-directed learning journey in Geographic Information Systems. One approach to self-guided GIS learning is through online tutorials and guides. These resources often provide step-by-step instructions and practical examples, allowing you to gain hands-on experience with GIS software and tools. You can find tutorials covering various topics, from basic concepts to advanced techniques. Another way to learn GIS independently is by using open-source software such as QGIS. This powerful tool offers a wide range of features and functionalities that are comparable to commercial software options. There are numerous free QGIS courses and tutorials available online, providing comprehensive guidance for beginners as well as more advanced users. Additionally, exploring other GIS tools and software can enhance your understanding of different applications within the field. Familiarizing yourself with Esri products or other popular platforms like Google Earth Engine can broaden your skillset and make you a more versatile GIS practitioner. When embarking on self-guided GIS learning, it’s important to establish a solid foundation by understanding the basics of what GIS entails. This includes grasping key concepts such as spatial data analysis, cartography, remote sensing, and geospatial data management. Software is a key component of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and plays a crucial role in analyzing and visualizing spatial data. There are various GIS software options available, each with its own unique features and capabilities. One popular GIS software is Esri’s ArcGIS, which offers a comprehensive suite of tools for mapping, data management, and analysis. It provides users with the ability to create custom maps, perform spatial queries, and generate insightful reports. ArcGIS also has an extensive library of resources and tutorials to help beginners get started. Another widely used software is QGIS, an open-source platform that offers similar functionalities to ArcGIS but at no cost. QGIS allows users to handle geospatial data from various sources, create thematic maps, and perform advanced spatial analysis. Apart from these two major players in the industry, there are also other lesser-known GIS software options such as GRASS GIS and MapWindow. These tools cater to specific needs or preferences of users who may be looking for alternatives. Regardless of the software you choose to learn GIS on your own, it’s important to familiarize yourself with its interface and features through online tutorials or self-guided practice exercises. By gaining hands-on experience with different GIS software applications, you can develop valuable skills that will enhance your understanding of geographic information systems. Interactive learning is a key aspect of self-learning Geographic Information Systems (GIS). It allows you to actively engage with the material while gaining hands-on experience. There are several ways to incorporate interactive learning into your GIS journey. One option is using online tutorials and exercises provided by various GIS platforms and software providers. These resources often include step-by-step instructions and datasets for you to practice with. You can follow along, try out different techniques, and explore the capabilities of different tools. Another way to enhance your interactive learning is through virtual labs or sandbox environments. These platforms allow you to experiment with GIS software in a controlled setting without the need for expensive equipment or installations. You can manipulate data, create maps, analyze spatial relationships, and gain practical skills in real-time. Additionally, joining online forums or communities dedicated to GIS can provide opportunities for interactive learning. You can ask questions, seek guidance from experienced users or professionals in the field, share your projects for feedback, and engage in discussions about emerging trends and challenges within GIS. By embracing interactive learning methods like tutorials, virtual labs, and community engagement networks, you can reinforce your understanding of GIS concepts while honing your technical skills at your own pace. The best part? It’s all just a few clicks away! So why not dive right into this immersive world of geographic information systems? Open Source Applications One of the great things about learning Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is that there are plenty of open source applications available for self-learning. These applications provide a cost-effective way to explore GIS concepts and gain practical experience. QGIS, an open source GIS software, is a popular choice among beginners and experienced users alike. It offers a user-friendly interface with powerful features for data editing, analysis, and visualization. With QGIS, you can create maps, perform spatial analysis, and even design custom plugins. Another widely used open source application is GRASS GIS. This powerful toolset offers advanced geospatial analysis capabilities and supports various data formats. GRASS GIS also has a strong community of users who actively contribute to its development. For those interested in 3D visualization and modeling, Blender may be the perfect choice. While primarily known as a 3D animation software, Blender also includes robust geospatial tools for working with terrain data. These open source applications not only provide valuable learning opportunities but also allow you to contribute to their development through bug reporting or code contributions. So why not take advantage of these free resources and dive into the world of GIS? MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) GIS MOOCs, or Massive Open Online Courses, have revolutionized the way we learn in today’s digital age. When it comes to GIS, there is a plethora of MOOC options available that can help you dive into this fascinating field at your own pace. These courses are designed by experts and made accessible to anyone with an internet connection. One advantage of MOOC GIS courses is their flexibility - you can start whenever you want and progress through the material at your own speed. Whether you’re a beginner or have some prior knowledge, these courses cater to various skill levels. Another benefit of MOOCs is the diverse range of topics covered. From introductory lessons on spatial data analysis to advanced geospatial modeling techniques, there’s something for everyone. Plus, many online platforms offer forums and discussion boards where you can connect with fellow learners and exchange ideas. Not only do MOOCs provide theoretical knowledge but they often include hands-on exercises and projects as well. This practical approach allows you to apply what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios, reinforcing understanding and building valuable skills. Furthermore, many MOOC providers offer certificates upon completion of the course. These certificates serve as tangible proof of your newly acquired expertise in GIS and can boost your resume or professional portfolio. OpenCourseWare – Free GIS Courses from Universities OpenCourseWare, also known as OCW, is a fantastic resource for individuals interested in self-learning Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Many universities around the world offer free GIS courses through their OpenCourseWare platforms. These courses are typically created by professors and experts in the field, providing high-quality content that is accessible to anyone with an internet connection. One of the great advantages of OpenCourseWare is that it allows you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. You can access course materials such as lecture notes, assignments, and readings whenever it suits you best. This flexibility makes it ideal for those who have busy schedules or prefer a more self-guided approach to learning. Another benefit of Using OpenCourseWare for GIS education is the wide variety of topics covered. Universities often offer courses on different aspects of GIS, including spatial analysis, cartography, remote sensing, and geospatial data management. This diversity allows learners to explore different areas of interest within GIS and develop a well-rounded understanding of the subject. Additionally, OpenCourseWare provides an opportunity to learn from renowned institutions worldwide. Universities like MIT, Harvard University, Stanford University, and many others make their course materials available online for free. By taking advantage of these resources, you can access top-notch educational content without having to enroll in a formal degree program. It’s important to note that while OpenCourseWare offers valuable learning opportunities in GIS, completing these courses will not result in a formal degree or certification. However, they can still provide substantial knowledge and skills that can be applied professionally or personally. Free GIS Courses from Esri If you’re looking to learn Geographic Information Systems (GIS) on your own, one valuable resource to consider is Esri’s collection of free GIS courses. Esri is a leading provider of GIS software and solutions, and they offer a range of online courses that can help you build your skills in using their technology. With these free courses, you can dive into topics such as ArcGIS Online, data visualization, spatial analysis, and more. Whether you’re new to GIS or already have some experience, there are options available for all skill levels. What sets Esri’s courses apart is that they provide hands-on learning opportunities. You’ll get the chance to work with real-world datasets and apply what you’ve learned through practical exercises. This interactive approach not only helps reinforce your understanding but also allows you to develop valuable problem-solving skills. Moreover, these courses are self-paced which means that you can learn at your own speed and schedule. This flexibility makes it easier for individuals with busy schedules or other commitments to fit in some dedicated time for learning GIS. Free QGIS Courses and Tutorials Free QGIS Courses and Tutorials offer a valuable opportunity for individuals to learn Geographic Information Systems (GIS) at their own pace. Whether you’re a beginner or have some prior knowledge, these resources can help you gain proficiency in using QGIS software. QGIS is an open-source GIS platform that provides powerful tools for data visualization, analysis, and mapping. Many organizations and individuals use QGIS for various applications such as environmental management, urban planning, and disaster response. There are several online platforms that offer free QGIS courses and tutorials. These resources provide step-by-step instructions on how to install the software, navigate the interface, import data layers, perform spatial analysis, create maps and visualizations, and much more. By taking advantage of these free resources, you can develop your skills in using QGIS without spending a dime. Some courses even provide certificates of completion that you can add to your resume or portfolio to showcase your GIS expertise. Whether you prefer video tutorials or written guides with hands-on exercises, there are plenty of options available to suit different learning styles. You can choose from beginner-level courses that cover the basics of GIS concepts and techniques or dive deeper into advanced topics like geoprocessing algorithms or remote sensing analysis. Learning through these free QGIS courses allows you the flexibility to study at your own pace from anywhere with an internet connection. It’s a cost-effective way to enhance your understanding of GIS principles while gaining practical experience with real-world datasets. Other GIS Tools and Software Learning In addition to the MOOCs, self-guided learning, OpenCourseWare, and free courses from Esri and QGIS, there are several other tools and software options available for learning GIS. These resources can help you gain hands-on experience with different GIS applications and enhance your skills in specific areas. One popular tool is ArcGIS Online, which allows users to create interactive maps, analyze data spatially, collaborate with others, and publish their work online. It offers a range of tutorials and resources to help beginners get started. Another option is Google Earth Engine, a cloud-based platform that provides access to a vast amount of geospatial data for analysis purposes. It’s particularly useful for environmental monitoring, land cover mapping, and climate change studies. For those interested in open-source software alternatives, GRASS GIS (Geographic Resources Analysis Support System) is worth exploring. This powerful tool offers advanced geospatial analysis capabilities along with an extensive library of plugins. Additionally, there are various web-based platforms like CARTO and Mapbox that provide user-friendly interfaces for creating custom maps and visualizations without the need for coding knowledge. Where to Learn GIS Where to Learn GIS? The answer to this question depends on your specific learning style and goals. There are various options available, ranging from formal education at colleges and universities to online courses and tutorials. Let’s explore some of these options. If you prefer a structured learning environment with guidance from instructors, you may consider researching colleges and universities that offer GIS programs. Look for program details such as course offerings, faculty expertise, and hands-on experience opportunities. It is also advisable to check if the program has degree status or offers certifications upon completion. This can add credibility to your GIS skills when seeking employment or advancement in the field. Talking to current students or alumni can provide insights into their experiences with the program and help you make an informed decision. Consider factors like location and cost as well – whether you prefer studying on-campus or remotely, and what fits within your budget. In addition to formal education options, there are plenty of online resources for self-guided learning. MOOC platforms like Coursera offer Massive Open Online Courses specifically focused on GIS. You can find both free introductory courses as well as more advanced ones for a fee. OpenCourseWare from universities is another excellent resource where you can access free GIS courses without enrolling in a formal program. These courses often include lectures, readings, assignments, and sometimes even exams - providing a similar learning experience without the financial commitment. Esri (Environmental Systems Research Institute), one of the leading companies in GIS software development, offers free online training modules through its Esri Training website. These modules cover various topics related to ArcGIS software - widely used in the industry - allowing learners to gain practical skills directly applicable in real-world scenarios. For those interested in open-source GIS software like QGIS (Quantum Geographic Information System), there are also free QGIS courses and tutorials available online through websites such as QGIS.org or Udemy.com. Don’t forget other tools & software used in GIS. Some popular ones include Google Earth, Mapbox, and cart. Research colleges and universities When it comes to learning Geographic Information Systems (GIS), researching colleges and universities can be a great option. These institutions often offer comprehensive programs that cover various aspects of GIS, including theory, applications, and practical skills. One benefit of studying GIS at a college or university is the structured curriculum. You’ll have access to experienced professors who can guide you through the learning process and provide valuable insights. Additionally, many schools offer hands-on projects and internships that allow you to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios. To begin your research, start by looking for colleges or universities that offer GIS programs. Check their websites for detailed information about the courses they offer and the areas of specialization available. It’s also important to consider factors such as degree status (e.g., certificate, associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree), location, and cost. To gain more insight into a program’s quality and effectiveness, try reaching out to current students or alumni. They can share their experiences with you and give you a better understanding of what to expect from the program. Researching colleges and universities can be an excellent way to learn GIS comprehensively. By considering factors like program details, degree status, location,and cost,you can find an institution that suits your needs perfectly. Check the program details When it comes to learning Geographic Information Systems (GIS), it’s important to thoroughly check the program details before diving in. Each course or program may have different focuses, requirements, and teaching methods. So, take some time to research and compare options. Look into the curriculum of the GIS program you’re considering. What topics are covered? Are they aligned with your interests and goals? Some programs might focus more on technical skills while others emphasize theory or practical applications. Next, consider the delivery method of the program. Is it offered online or in-person? Does it offer flexibility in terms of scheduling? These factors can greatly impact how well-suited a program is for self-learning. Additionally, check if there are any prerequisites for enrolling in the GIS program. Do you need prior knowledge or experience in certain areas? Make sure you meet these requirements to ensure a smooth learning journey. Furthermore, explore what resources and tools will be provided during the program. Will you have access to specialized software or datasets? These resources play a crucial role in gaining hands-on experience and building practical skills. Don’t forget to investigate whether there are any opportunities for networking or internships within the GIS program. Connecting with professionals already working in this field can provide valuable insights and open doors for future career prospects. Look for degree status When considering learning Geographic Information Systems (GIS), it’s important to look for degree status. This means evaluating whether the program you are interested in offers a recognized degree or certification upon completion. A GIS program with degree status can provide you with more credibility and opportunities in the field. Employers often value candidates who have obtained a formal education and can demonstrate their knowledge through a recognized credential. To determine if a GIS program has degree status, research colleges and universities that offer GIS courses or programs. Look for reputable institutions that have established GIS departments or divisions. Once you’ve identified potential programs, delve into the details of each one. Check the curriculum to ensure it covers all aspects of GIS that you want to learn. Look for courses that offer hands-on experience with industry-standard software and tools. Furthermore, consider talking to current students or alumni from these programs to get firsthand insights into their experiences and career outcomes after completing the program. Don’t forget about location and cost when choosing a GIS program. Take into account factors such as proximity to job opportunities, flexibility of class schedules, tuition fees, scholarships, and financial aid options. Talk to current students or alumni One great way to gain insights into learning Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is by talking to current students or alumni who have already gone through the process. They can provide valuable information and firsthand experiences that can help you decide if self-learning GIS is a viable option for you. Current students can offer insights into the curriculum, resources, and challenges they have encountered while studying GIS. By speaking with them, you can get an idea of what topics are covered in their courses and which ones may require additional self-study. Alumni, on the other hand, have already completed their GIS education journey and entered the workforce or pursued further studies in this field. They possess real-world experience and can share how their education has prepared them for their careers. By engaging in conversations with current students or alumni, you not only gain knowledge about different GIS programs but also establish connections within the industry. Networking with individuals who have similar interests or career goals can be invaluable when it comes to finding job opportunities or seeking advice later on. Everyone’s experience will be unique based on factors such as program structure, teaching approach, personal motivation, and dedication. Talking to multiple individuals will give you a broader perspective on self-learning GIS from different angles. Reaching out to current students or alumni provides an opportunity to gather useful information about studying GIS independently. Their insights can aid your decision-making process by giving you a glimpse into what awaits in terms of coursework and potential career paths. So don’t hesitate to connect with those who have been there before! Consider location and cost Consider location and cost when deciding where to learn GIS. The geographical location of the institution can have an impact on your learning experience. If you prefer hands-on training or want access to specific geographic data, choosing a school in a region that aligns with your interests may be beneficial. Additionally, take into account the cost of attending a GIS program. Tuition fees vary among different institutions, so it’s important to research and compare costs before making a decision. Keep in mind that some universities offer scholarships or financial aid options that could help offset expenses. Another aspect to consider is whether you would prefer online or offline learning. Online programs often provide flexibility for those who are working or have other commitments. However, if you thrive in face-to-face interactions and collaborative environments, an on-campus program might be more suitable. Think about the overall living expenses associated with attending a particular institution. Will housing costs be affordable? Are there opportunities for part-time work to support yourself while studying? GIS Tutorials are a valuable resource for anyone looking to self-learn Geographic Information Systems. These tutorials provide step-by-step instructions on how to use GIS software and tools, helping you gain hands-on experience in working with spatial data. One popular platform for GIS tutorials is YouTube. Many experts and professionals create video tutorials showcasing various aspects of GIS, from basic concepts to advanced analysis techniques. You can follow along with these videos at your own pace, pausing and rewinding as needed. Another option is online tutorial websites that offer a wide range of GIS tutorials. These websites often provide written guides accompanied by screenshots or interactive exercises, allowing you to practice what you learn. Additionally, some GIS software vendors also offer their own tutorials and training resources. For example, Esri has an extensive collection of free tutorial materials covering their ArcGIS software suite. If you prefer a more structured learning approach, there are also paid online courses available that provide comprehensive instruction in GIS. These courses typically include video lectures, assignments, quizzes, and even certificates upon completion. Learn GIS Strategy Understanding the strategy behind Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is essential for successful implementation and utilization of this powerful technology. Whether you are using GIS for personal projects or professional purposes, having a well-defined strategy can help you achieve your goals efficiently. To learn GIS strategy, start by familiarizing yourself with the different components and applications of GIS. This includes understanding how spatial data is collected, processed, analyzed, and visualized. Take advantage of online resources such as tutorials, webinars, and forums to gain insights into best practices and industry trends. Next, consider the specific needs of your project or organization. Identify the objectives you want to achieve through GIS implementation. Determine what data sources will be necessary to support your analysis and decision-making processes. Once you have a clear understanding of your goals and requirements, develop a plan that outlines key milestones and deliverables. Break down complex tasks into manageable steps to ensure progress along the way. In addition to technical skills, it is crucial to understand how GIS fits within broader organizational strategies. Consider factors such as budget constraints, staffing capabilities, and potential collaborations with other departments or stakeholders. Frequently asked questions Check some common questions. Answered. Can I learn Geographic Information Systems (GIS) on my own? Yes, you can learn Geographic Information Systems (GIS) on your own. There are many resources available, such as online tutorials, books, and software documentation, that can help you develop the necessary skills and knowledge. What are the basic concepts I need to understand when learning GIS? When learning GIS, it is important to understand the fundamental concepts of spatial data, coordinate systems, layers, attributes, and spatial analysis. These concepts form the foundation of GIS and will help you navigate and work with geospatial data effectively. What software or tools are commonly used in GIS? Some commonly used GIS software and tools include ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth, and GRASS GIS. These tools provide a range of functionalities for data visualization, analysis, and map creation. Are there online courses or tutorials available for self-learning GIS? Yes, there are numerous online courses and tutorials available for self-learning GIS. Platforms like Coursera, Udemy, and Esri offer a variety of courses and tutorials that cater to different skill levels and topics within GIS. Can I practice GIS skills without access to expensive software? Yes, there are free and open-source GIS software options available, such as QGIS, that can be used for practicing GIS skills. These software packages offer a wide range of functionalities and can be a great starting point for self-learning. Are there any online communities or forums for self-taught GIS learners? Yes, there are online communities and forums where self-taught GIS learners can connect, share knowledge, and seek assistance. Websites like GIS Stack Exchange and GeoNet provide platforms for asking questions and engaging with other GIS enthusiasts. Is it necessary to have a background in geography or geospatial science to learn GIS? Having a background in geography or geospatial science can be helpful but is not necessary to learn GIS. The field of GIS is interdisciplinary, and individuals from various backgrounds can successfully learn and apply GIS principles and techniques. How can I gain practical experience in GIS? Gaining practical experience in GIS can be done by working on real-world projects. You can explore publicly available geospatial data, create your own datasets, and perform spatial analyses. Participating in GIS-related competitions or contributing to open-source GIS projects can also provide valuable practical experience. Are there any certifications or credentials available for GIS professionals? Yes, there are various certifications and credentials available for GIS professionals, such as the Esri Technical Certification Program and the GIS Professional (GISP) certification. These certifications can demonstrate your proficiency in GIS and may be beneficial for career advancement. What career opportunities are available for self-taught GIS learners? Self-taught GIS learners can pursue a variety of career opportunities, including GIS analyst, GIS technician, spatial data scientist, urban planner, environmental consultant, and more. The demand for GIS skills is growing across industries, including government, environmental sciences, urban planning, and business.

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Comparing Heights : Comparing Heights Visually With Chart There are a few different ways you can compare heights. Here are a few possibilities: - You can use a tape measure or ruler to physically measure the height of two people or objects and compare the measurements. - You can use your own body as a reference point. For example, you can stand next to someone and compare your height, or you can hold your arm out horizontally and compare the height of an object to your arm's length. - You can use a unit of measurements, such as inches or centimeters, to compare heights. For example, you could say that one person is 6 feet tall (72 inches) and another person is 5 feet, 6 inches tall (66 inches), so the first person is taller. - You can use visual comparison to estimate the relative heights of two people or objects. For example, you might say that one person is "about the same height as" or "a little taller than" another person, or that an object is "much taller than" or "slightly shorter than" another object. It's important to note that height can be affected by a variety of factors, including genetics, diet, and exercise, so it's not always an accurate way to compare people or objects. Why Use This Comparing Heights Chart? A comparing heights chart is a tool that allows you to compare the heights of different people or objects. It can be useful for a variety of purposes, including: - Understanding the relative heights of different people or objects: A comparing heights chart can help you understand the relative sizes of different people or objects. 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For example, a chart might be used to show how the size of an object changes as it moves farther away from the viewer, or to compare the sizes of different objects in a solar system. Overall, a comparing heights chart can be a useful tool for helping you understand and compare the sizes of different people or objects. How to Use Comparing Heights Tool? There are a few different types of comparing height tools that you can use, depending on your needs and the type of information you want to compare. Here are a few examples: Physical comparing heights tools: These tools allow you to physically measure the height of two people or objects. Examples include tape measures, rulers, and yardsticks. To use one of these tools, simply place the end of the tool at the base of the person or object you want to measure, and then extend the tool upwards until it reaches the top of the person or object. Make a mark at the top, and then measure the distance from the base to the mark to determine the height. Online comparing heights tools: There are also a variety of online tools that allow you to compare the heights of different people or objects. These tools may use a combination of physical measurements and visual comparisons to provide an estimate of the relative heights of different people or objects. To use one of these tools, you will typically need to enter the height measurements for the people or objects you want to compare, and then the tool will display a visual representation of the side of the height by side for easy comparison. App-based comparing heights tools: There are also a number of apps available that allow you to compare the heights of different people or objects using your smartphone or tablet. These apps typically use the device's camera to capture images of the people or objects you want to compare and then use image processing algorithms to estimate their heights based on the size and shape of the objects in the images. Regardless of which type of comparing heights tool you use, it's important to remember that height measurements can be affected by a variety of factors, including posture, footwear, and the accuracy of the measurement tool itself. As a result, it's always a good idea to take multiple measurements and use the average value to get the most accurate comparison possible. How to Use Comparing Height Tool? How to Use a Height Comparison Tool: A Step-by-Step Guide Height comparison tools are valuable resources that allow you to accurately measure and compare the heights of different objects, people, or landmarks. Whether you're a researcher, designer, or simply curious about size variations, these tools provide a convenient way to obtain precise measurements. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of using a height comparison tool effectively. Research and Select a Height Comparison Tool: Start by researching different height comparison tools available online. Look for reputable websites or platforms that offer reliable and user-friendly tools. Read reviews, check the features provided, and ensure that the tool aligns with your specific needs. Access the Height Comparison Tool: Once you've identified a suitable tool, access it through the website or application. Most tools are web-based and can be accessed directly through your internet browser, while others may require installation. Understand the Interface: Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the tool's interface. Look for essential elements such as measurement units, controls, and any additional features that might enhance your height comparison experience. Set the Measurement Units: Determine whether you want to use the metric system (centimeters or meters) or the imperial system (inches or feet). Many height comparison tools provide options for different units, so choose the one that suits your preferences. Select the Objects for Comparison: Identify the objects or entities you wish to compare. It could be the height of two people, the size of a building compared to a landmark, or any other combination you're interested in. Note down the names or descriptions of the objects to ensure an accurate comparison. Input the Measurements: Enter the measurements of the objects into the tool. Depending on the tool's interface, you may need to input the values manually or use sliders or other interactive elements to adjust the measurements. Review the Results: Once you've entered the measurements, the tool will generate the height comparison results. This could be in the form of numerical values, visual representations, or both. Take the time to review and understand the presented information. Interpret the Comparison: Consider the results in the context of your specific inquiry. Analyze the height differences or ratios between the objects and draw conclusions based on your observations. This could involve evaluating proportions, identifying similarities or differences, or making judgments about scale. Utilize Additional Features (if available): Some height comparison tools may offer additional features that can enhance your experience. These could include 3D models, virtual reality simulations, or the ability to save or share the results. Explore these features to make the most of the tool. Repeat or Explore Further: If needed, you can repeat the height comparison process with different objects or measurements. This allows you to explore various scenarios and gain a deeper understanding of the size relationships between different entities. Height comparison tools provide a convenient and accurate means of comparing the heights of objects, people, or landmarks. By following this step-by-step guide, you can effectively use these tools to measure and analyze size variations. Whether for research, design, or personal curiosity, height comparison tools are valuable resources that can enhance your understanding of scale and proportions. Why Use This Comparing Height Chart? Why Use This Comparing Height Chart? Exploring the Benefits and Applications When it comes to understanding height differences and comparing the stature of individuals, objects, or landmarks, a comparing height chart proves to be an invaluable tool. This practical resource offers a range of benefits and applications across various fields. In this article, we will delve into the reasons why utilizing a comparing height chart can be advantageous and explore its diverse uses. Accurate Height Comparisons: One of the primary reasons to use a comparing height chart is the ability to obtain accurate height comparisons. These charts are specifically designed to provide precise measurements, ensuring that you can assess the relative heights of different entities with confidence. Whether you are comparing the growth of children, analyzing architectural structures, or examining geographical features, a comparing height chart offers reliable data for accurate comparisons. A comparing height chart presents height comparisons in a visual format, making it easier to comprehend and interpret the information at a glance. With clear visual representations such as bar graphs, line charts, or side-by-side comparisons, you can quickly grasp the relative heights between objects or individuals. This visual aspect enhances understanding, aids in visual storytelling, and facilitates effective communication of size variations. Size Proportions and Scaling: Understanding the proportions and scaling of objects or individuals is crucial in various fields. Whether you are an architect, designer, or researcher, a comparing height chart allows you to assess how different elements relate to one another in terms of size. By using this tool, you can gain insights into scaling, assess design implications, or evaluate the impact of size variations on functionality or aesthetics. Decision-Making and Planning: In many situations, height comparisons are essential for making informed decisions and effective planning. For example, in interior design, understanding the height differences between furniture pieces and room dimensions can help in creating harmonious and balanced spaces. Similarly, in urban planning, comparing the heights of buildings and infrastructure aids in strategic development and maintaining city aesthetics. By utilizing a comparing height chart, you can ensure that your decisions and plans align with the desired outcomes. Educational and Learning Purposes: Comparing height charts serve as valuable educational tools, especially in contexts involving child development or learning about historical figures. Teachers and parents can use these charts to explain growth patterns, compare the heights of famous personalities, or explore size relationships in the natural world. The visual nature of the chart facilitates interactive learning experiences and engages learners of all ages. Research and Analysis: In research fields such as anthropology, biology, or sports science, comparing height data is crucial for studying human growth patterns, analyzing population statistics, or investigating physical performance. A comparing height chart simplifies the process of examining height variations, enabling researchers to draw meaningful conclusions and identify trends. This tool empowers researchers to explore correlations, identify outliers, and contribute to scientific knowledge. The comparing height chart is a versatile tool that offers numerous benefits and applications across a wide range of disciplines. Whether you require accurate height measurements, visual representations, or insights into proportions and scaling, this tool provides a convenient and reliable solution. From decision-making and planning to educational purposes and research analysis, the comparing height chart enhances the understanding, facilitates communication, and contributes to informed discussions. Embrace the advantages of this tool and unlock a new dimension of height comparisons in your field of interest. Height Difference Chart Understanding Height Difference Charts: A Comprehensive Guide Height difference charts are valuable visual tools that help us compare and comprehend the variations in height between individuals, objects, or landmarks. By presenting height disparities in a clear and concise format, these charts enable us to gain a better understanding of size relationships. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the features, applications, and benefits of height difference charts. Height difference charts provide a visual representation of the variations in height. They typically use a combination of graphical elements such as bars, lines, or pictograms to illustrate the differences. This visual format allows for quick and easy comprehension, making it an effective communication tool in various contexts. One of the key purposes of height difference charts is to facilitate comparative analysis. By visually representing the height disparities, these charts make it simple to compare the heights of individuals, objects, or landmarks side by side. This allows for a deeper understanding of the relative sizes and proportions, aiding in decision-making or evaluation processes. Size Relationships and Scaling: Height difference charts enable us to assess size relationships and scaling accurately. Whether in architecture, design, or engineering, understanding how different elements relate to each other in terms of size is crucial. These charts help in evaluating proportions, scaling factors, and how objects or individuals fit within a given context. This information is valuable for ensuring coherence, functionality, and aesthetic appeal in various projects. Height difference charts play a vital role in monitoring growth, particularly in the context of child development. Pediatricians, parents, and educators often utilize these charts to track the height changes of children over time. By plotting the height measurements at different ages on the chart, it becomes easier to identify growth patterns, detect abnormalities, and ensure that children are progressing within a healthy range. Sports and Fitness: In the realm of sports and fitness, height difference charts are commonly used to compare athletes' heights or assess physical attributes. Coaches and trainers can utilize these charts to evaluate potential advantages or limitations based on height differences. Additionally, height charts can be employed to determine appropriate equipment sizes or design training programs tailored to individual needs. Data Analysis and Research: Height difference charts are invaluable tools in data analysis and research, particularly in fields such as anthropology, demographics, or medical studies. Researchers can use these charts to explore height distribution within populations, identify trends, or investigate factors influencing height variations. The visual nature of the charts aids in data interpretation, making it easier to draw meaningful conclusions and communicate research findings. Height difference charts provide a visual means of understanding and comparing height variations. Whether for comparative analysis, growth monitoring, scaling assessments, or research purposes, these charts offer valuable insights and facilitate effective communication. By utilizing height difference charts, we can better comprehend the size relationships between individuals, objects, or landmarks, leading to informed decisions, improved designs, and a deeper understanding of various fields. Embrace the power of height difference charts and unlock new dimensions in your exploration of height disparities. Why We Need a Size Comparison Tool The Importance of a Size Comparison Tool: Understanding Its Significance A size comparison tool is a valuable resource that helps us understand the dimensions, proportions, and relationships between various objects, organisms, or structures. Whether in personal, professional, or educational contexts, having access to a size comparison tool offers numerous benefits. In this article, we will explore why a size comparison tool is essential and how it enhances our understanding of the world around us. A size comparison tool provides a visual representation of size disparities, making it easier for us to grasp the differences between objects. By presenting information in a visual format, such as side-by-side comparisons or scalable diagrams, the tool allows for quick comprehension and aids in visual learning. This visual understanding fosters clearer communication and promotes effective knowledge transfer. Understanding proportions is crucial in various fields such as design, architecture, manufacturing, or biology. A size comparison tool enables us to assess proportions accurately and evaluate how different components or elements relate to each other in terms of size. This helps ensure balance, harmony, and functionality in designs or structures, leading to more successful outcomes. Decision-Making and Planning: In many situations, making informed decisions and effective planning relies on accurate size comparisons. Whether choosing furniture for a space, selecting equipment for a project, or determining the feasibility of a construction plan, a size comparison tool assists in evaluating the practicality and suitability of options. It enables us to visualize the potential outcomes and make decisions based on realistic size relationships. Educational and Learning Purposes: A size comparison tool serves as an invaluable educational aid, particularly in fields related to biology, astronomy, history, or geology. It helps learners understand the scale of objects, organisms, or events in relation to familiar sizes. By providing visual references and comparative measurements, the tool enhances comprehension, facilitates conceptual understanding, and fosters a deeper appreciation for the subject matter. Research and Analysis: In scientific research and analysis, accurate size comparisons are essential for drawing meaningful conclusions and generating new knowledge. A size comparison tool enables researchers to measure, compare, and analyze the dimensions of various variables within a study. This tool aids in identifying patterns, relationships, and trends, contributing to advancements in fields such as anthropology, physics, or environmental science. Visualizing Abstract Concepts: Size comparison tools can help visualize abstract concepts that are difficult to grasp through text or verbal descriptions alone. By representing intangible or complex ideas in a tangible and relatable format, these tools enhance understanding and facilitate communication. This is particularly valuable in fields such as mathematics, where visualizing abstract concepts can lead to improved comprehension and problem-solving skills. A size comparison tool plays a vital role in enhancing our understanding of the world around us. From visualizing proportions and making informed decisions to aiding in educational endeavors and supporting research, this tool has multifaceted applications. By utilizing a size comparison tool, we can better comprehend size relationships, improve planning and design processes, and deepen our knowledge in various disciplines. Embrace the benefits of a size comparison tool and unlock new dimensions of understanding in your personal and professional pursuits. Q1: What is a size comparison tool? A size comparison tool is a resource that helps users understand and compare the dimensions, proportions, and relationships between different objects, organisms, or structures. It provides visual representations and measurements to facilitate accurate size comparisons. Q2: How does a size comparison tool work? A size comparison tool works by presenting information in a visual format, such as side-by-side comparisons or scalable diagrams. Users input measurements or select objects from a database, and the tool generates visual representations that allow for quick comprehension of size disparities. Q3: What are the benefits of using a size comparison tool? Using a size comparison tool offers several benefits. It enhances the visual understanding, facilitates proportional assessment, aids in decision-making and planning, supports educational endeavors, assists in research and analysis, and helps visualize abstract concepts. Q4: In what fields or industries are size comparison tools commonly used? Size comparison tools find applications in various fields and industries. They are used in architecture, design, manufacturing, biology, astronomy, history, geology, mathematics, and many other disciplines where understanding size relationships is crucial. Q5: Are size comparison tools only for professionals? No, size comparison tools are not limited to professionals. They are accessible to anyone who wants to compare sizes accurately. They can be used by individuals for personal projects, by educators for teaching purposes, or by researchers for data analysis and exploration. Q6: Can size comparison tools handle different units of measurement? Yes, many size comparison tools are designed to accommodate different units of measurement, such as inches, centimeters, feet, or meters. Users can typically select their preferred unit of measurement within the tool's settings. Q7: Can I customize the objects or measurements in a size comparison tool? The level of customization varies depending on the specific size comparison tool. Some tools offer pre-defined objects or organisms for comparison, while others allow users to input custom measurements or import objects of their choice. It's important to explore the features and capabilities of each tool to determine its customization options. Q8: Are size comparison tools available as mobile apps? Yes, there are size comparison tools available as mobile apps, allowing users to access them conveniently on their smartphones or tablets. These apps often provide on-the-go size comparisons and may include additional features specific to mobile devices. Q9: Are size comparison tools accurate? Size comparison tools strive to provide accurate measurements and representations. However, accuracy may vary depending on factors such as data input, calibration, and the tool's algorithms. It's important to use reliable and reputable tools and ensure accurate measurements are entered for the most precise results. Q10: Can I share or export the results from a size comparison tool? Many size comparison tools offer options to save, share, or export the results. This allows users to capture visual representations or measurements for presentations, reports, or further analysis. Look for tools that provide these sharing or export functionalities. Remember, specific details may vary depending on the particular size comparison tool being used. It's always recommended to refer to the tool's documentation or website for detailed instructions and FAQs related to that specific tool. How to make a height comparison chart? Creating a height comparison chart involves a few steps. Here's a guide on how to make a height comparison chart: Determine the Purpose and Scope: Decide the purpose of your height comparison chart. Are you comparing the heights of individuals, objects, landmarks, or something else? Clarify the specific scope and categories you want to include in your chart. Gather Height Data: Collect accurate height measurements for each category or individual you want to compare. Ensure that the measurements are consistent and use the same unit of measurement throughout (e.g., inches, centimeters, feet). Choose a Chart Format: Decide on the format that best suits your needs. Common options include bar charts, line charts, or side-by-side comparisons. Consider the visual impact and ease of interpretation when selecting a format. Select a Tool or Software: Choose a tool or software to create your height comparison chart. Options range from simple spreadsheet applications like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to more specialized graphing software. Enter Data and Create the Chart: Enter the height measurements into the tool or software. Organize the data into categories or groups and assign the corresponding heights. Use the charting features to create the visual representation of the height comparisons based on the chosen format. Customize the Chart: Customize the chart to enhance its visual appeal and effectiveness. Adjust the axis labels, font sizes, colors, and other elements to make the chart easy to read and understand. Add titles and legends to provide context and clarification. Include Additional Information: Consider including additional information or annotations, such as labels for each category or data points, to provide more context or explanations for the height comparisons. This can enhance the chart's clarity and comprehensibility. Review and Refine: Review the height comparison chart for accuracy and clarity. Ensure that the data is correctly represented and that the chart effectively communicates the intended message. Make any necessary refinements or adjustments to improve the chart's quality. Save and Share: Save the height comparison chart in a suitable file format, such as PDF, PNG, or JPEG. Choose the appropriate resolution for the intended use. Share the chart digitally or print it if necessary, ensuring it is accessible to the intended audience. Height Comparison Calculator: How to Use It? A height comparison calculator is a tool that helps you determine and compare the height differences between two or more individuals. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use a height comparison calculator: Access the Calculator: Find a height comparison calculator online or download a mobile app that offers this functionality. Make sure you choose a reputable and reliable calculator to ensure accurate results. Input the Heights: Enter the heights of the individuals you want to compare. The calculator may provide separate fields or columns for each person. Input the heights in the appropriate units of measurement (e.g., inches, centimeters, feet). Select the Comparison Type: Some height comparison calculators allow you to choose the type of comparison you want to make. It could be a simple side-by-side comparison, a percentage difference, or a visual representation of the height disparity. Select the appropriate comparison type based on your preferences. Calculate and Display the Results: Click the calculate or compare button to generate the results. The calculator will process the inputted data and display the height differences or the comparison visualization. The results may include numerical values, graphical representations, or both, depending on the calculator. Interpret the Results: Review the results provided by the calculator. The output may indicate the height difference in absolute terms (e.g., 5 inches) or in relative terms (e.g., 10% taller). Understand how the height difference is presented and interpret it accordingly. Consider Additional Features: Some height comparison calculators offer additional features or options. These may include adjusting the unit of measurement, comparing heights at different ages (in the case of children), or providing insights into average height ranges. Explore these features to get a more comprehensive understanding of height comparisons. Compare Multiple Individuals: If you want to compare the heights of more than two individuals, check if the calculator allows for multiple entries. Add the heights of each additional person and repeat the calculation process to obtain the desired comparisons. Save or Share the Results: If the calculator allows it, consider saving or sharing the results for future reference or sharing with others. Take screenshots, download the output as an image or PDF, or copy the numerical values to use in presentations, reports, or discussions. How do I become taller? While it's important to note that height is largely determined by genetics and factors beyond our control, there are a few lifestyle practices you can adopt to maximize your potential height. Keep in mind that these methods may only have a limited impact, especially after puberty when the growth plates in the long bones have closed. Here are some tips that may help you optimize your height: Proper nutrition plays a vital role in growth and development. Ensure that you have a balanced diet rich in essential nutrients, including proteins, calcium, vitamins, and minerals. Incorporate foods such as lean meats, fish, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains into your meals. Regular Exercise and Physical Activity: Engaging in regular exercise and physical activities can help promote overall growth and maintain good posture. Activities like stretching, swimming, cycling, and playing sports can help strengthen muscles, improve posture, and maintain spinal health. During sleep, the body undergoes growth and repair processes. Aim for an adequate amount of sleep each night, usually around 7-9 hours for adults and more for teenagers. Quality sleep is essential for proper growth hormone secretion and overall development. Maintaining good posture is crucial for maximizing your height potential. Practice sitting and standing with a straight back, shoulders relaxed, and head held high. Avoid slouching or hunching, as this can compress your spine and make you appear shorter. Avoid Smoking and Excessive Alcohol: Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption have been linked to stunted growth and poor bone health. If you are concerned about your height, it is advisable to avoid smoking altogether and drink alcohol in moderation or not at all. Wear Appropriate Footwear: Choose footwear with proper arch support and cushioning to promote good posture and spinal alignment. Avoid excessively flat or high-heeled shoes, as they can affect your gait and posture. Confidence and Posture Awareness: Confidence and good posture can make a difference in how you carry yourself and how others perceive your height. Stand tall, walk with confidence, and maintain positive body language. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A HEIGHT COMPARISON CHART A height comparison chart offers several benefits, including: Visual Representation: A height comparison chart provides a visual representation of height differences between individuals or objects. It allows for a quick and easy understanding of the relative heights, making it visually appealing and engaging. Clear Comparison: By presenting the side of the height by side or in a structured format, a height comparison chart enables a clear and direct comparison between different entities. It highlights the variations in height and makes it easy to identify the tallest or shortest among them. Data Organization: A height comparison chart helps organize height data in a systematic manner. It provides a structured overview of the heights, making it easier to comprehend and analyze the differences. Measurement Accuracy: Using a height comparison chart ensures accuracy in measurement. By inputting precise height values and representing them graphically, it reduces the likelihood of errors or misinterpretations in understanding the height disparities. Communication and Understanding: A height comparison chart enhances communication and understanding, especially when discussing height differences or presenting information to others. It provides a clear visual aid that facilitates effective communication and avoids confusion or misunderstandings. Decision Making: Height comparison charts can assist in decision-making processes. For instance, in fields such as architecture, design, or fashion, understanding the height differences between objects or individuals can be crucial in making informed decisions about space planning, product design, or size selection. Educational Tool: Height comparison charts are valuable educational tools, particularly in subjects related to biology, anthropology, history, or sports. They help students visualize the height disparities between different species, historical figures, or athletes, fostering a better understanding of the subject matter. Research and Analysis: Height comparison charts aid in research and analysis, particularly in fields where height is a relevant variable. Researchers can utilize height comparison charts to identify patterns, trends, or correlations and draw meaningful conclusions based on the data. Record Keeping: Height comparison charts can serve as records for future reference. They allow individuals or professionals to track height changes over time, monitor growth patterns, or maintain historical records of height disparities for various purposes. Motivation and Inspiration: For individuals tracking their own height progress, a height comparison chart can serve as a source of motivation and inspiration. Seeing the incremental changes in height can be encouraging and provide a visual representation of personal growth. Overall, a height comparison chart offers a concise and visually appealing way to present and understand height differences. It aids in communication, decision-making, research, and education, while also providing a record-keeping tool and a source of motivation.

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Writing Workshops for Kids provide a unique opportunity for young minds to explore their creativity under the guidance of experienced children’s writers and illustrators. These workshops aim to foster an environment where children can develop their writing skills, enhance their imagination, and gain confidence in expressing themselves through words. By engaging with professional authors and artists, children are exposed to various storytelling techniques and artistic styles that inspire them to create their own narratives. For instance, imagine a ten-year-old girl named Emily who has always dreamed of becoming a writer but struggles with finding her voice on paper. She attends a writing workshop led by an accomplished children’s author who shares insights into character development and plot structure. Through interactive activities and group discussions, Emily learns how to craft compelling stories that captivate readers’ interest. With the mentorship of the author, she gains valuable feedback on her work, which empowers her to refine her writing skills further. This case study illustrates the transformative impact these workshops can have on aspiring young writers as they discover their creative potential while receiving expert guidance from professionals in the field. In this article, we will delve deeper into the world of writing workshops for kids, exploring how they nurture creativity, build literary skills, and instill confidence in budding young authors. We will examine the various types of writing workshops available for kids, ranging from general creative writing to genre-specific workshops like fantasy or mystery writing. We will also discuss the benefits of hands-on activities and interactive exercises that help children develop their storytelling abilities and expand their vocabulary. Additionally, we will explore how these workshops encourage collaboration among young writers, fostering a sense of community and providing opportunities for peer feedback and support. By participating in group discussions and sharing their work with others, children learn to appreciate different perspectives and gain valuable insights into improving their writing. Furthermore, we will highlight the role of experienced mentors in these workshops who not only provide guidance but also inspire children through their own journeys as authors or illustrators. These mentors serve as role models for aspiring young writers, demonstrating the possibilities within the world of literature and encouraging them to pursue their passion. Lastly, we will touch upon the importance of creating a nurturing environment in these workshops where children feel safe to express themselves creatively without fear of judgment. By fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere, writing workshops empower kids to take risks with their writing, explore new genres, and experiment with different styles. In conclusion, writing workshops for kids offer a unique platform for young minds to explore their creativity while receiving expert guidance from experienced authors and illustrators. Through engaging activities, collaborative learning experiences, and mentorship opportunities, these workshops help children develop essential literary skills, enhance imagination, build confidence in expressing themselves through words, and ultimately discover their unique voice as writers. The writing workshops for kids aim to provide an engaging and interactive learning experience, where children can explore their creativity with the guidance of experienced children’s writers and illustrators. The structure of these workshops is carefully designed to foster a supportive environment that encourages young participants to express themselves freely and develop their storytelling skills. To begin, each workshop typically starts with an icebreaker activity or warm-up exercise. This initial activity serves as an opportunity for children to get to know one another and feel comfortable sharing their ideas within the group. For example, participants may be asked to introduce themselves by creating a short story about an imaginary character they have invented. This not only sparks their imagination but also helps establish a sense of camaraderie among the participants. Following the icebreaker activity, the main part of the workshop focuses on different aspects of creative writing and illustration. Children are guided through various exercises and techniques that help them generate ideas, build characters, create vivid settings, and develop plots. These activities often involve hands-on tasks such as drawing illustrations or crafting short stories. By actively participating in these exercises, children enhance their storytelling abilities while simultaneously honing their artistic skills. Throughout the workshop, facilitators employ a variety of teaching methods tailored specifically for younger audiences. They use visual aids, storytelling examples from popular children’s books, and interactive games to capture children’s attention and maintain their enthusiasm throughout the session. Facilitators encourage active participation by asking open-ended questions and fostering discussions among the participants. The overall workshop structure aims to inspire children’s curiosity, ignite their imaginations, and nurture their love for creative expression. The combination of collaborative activities and expert guidance empowers young writers and illustrators to embrace their unique voices while developing essential literary skills. - Encourages self-expression - Fosters collaboration - Sparks imagination - Cultivates love for creativity |Engaging icebreaker activities||Creates a sense of camaraderie among participants| |Hands-on exercises in writing and illustrating||Enhances storytelling abilities and artistic skills| |Interactive teaching methods||Captures children’s attention and maintains enthusiasm| |Expert guidance from experienced professionals||Empowers young writers and illustrators to develop their unique voices| In the subsequent section, we will explore the appropriate age groups for these workshops. Understanding the specific needs and interests of different age ranges ensures that each child receives an enriching and tailored learning experience. Appropriate age groups Building upon the previous section discussing the importance of writing workshops for kids, this section delves into the workshop structure. By examining how these workshops are organized and conducted, we can better understand the benefits they offer to young participants. One example of a workshop structure is a series of interactive sessions led by professional children’s writers and illustrators. These experts engage with the children through storytelling, guided exercises, and hands-on activities. The aim is to foster creativity and develop essential writing skills in an enjoyable and supportive environment. To provide further insight into the workshop structure, consider the following bullet points: - Collaborative learning: Children have opportunities to work together on projects, fostering teamwork and communication skills. - Personalized feedback: Participants receive individual attention from experienced professionals who give constructive criticism tailored to each child’s abilities. - Variety of formats: Workshops may include group discussions, individual writing time, creative games, or even field trips to inspire imagination. - Showcasing achievements: At the end of the workshop series, there might be an event where children can share their creations with family and friends. This table provides a visual representation of some key elements within a typical workshop structure: |Storytelling||Engaging narratives told by professionals that captivate young imaginations| |Guided Exercises||Step-by-step activities designed to spark creativity and develop specific writing skills| |Hands-on Activities||Interactive projects allowing children to apply what they’ve learned in practical ways| |Guest Speakers||Visits from renowned authors or illustrators offering unique insights into their craft| In summary, writing workshops for kids often follow a structured format involving interactive sessions led by experienced professionals. Through collaborative learning, personalized feedback, various formats of engagement, and opportunities for showcasing achievements, these workshops create an enriching experience that nurtures children’s creativity. Transitioning smoothly into our next section, we will explore the appropriate age groups for these workshops and how they cater to different developmental stages. Length of workshop Age appropriateness is a crucial factor when considering writing workshops for kids. These workshops are designed to engage children in activities that promote creativity and develop their writing skills. By tailoring the content and approach to different age groups, organizers can ensure that participants benefit from the experience. For instance, let’s consider an example of how age appropriateness impacts workshop design: Imagine a group of 6-year-old children attending a writing workshop focused on storytelling. The instructor starts by reading a picture book aloud and then encourages the children to create their own stories using drawings or simple sentences. This interactive approach captures the attention of young minds and allows them to express themselves in ways they find comfortable at this stage. When organizing writing workshops for different age groups, it is important to consider several factors: - Cognitive Development: Younger children may have limited vocabulary and shorter attention spans compared to older ones. Workshop activities should be adapted accordingly. - Reading Skills: Older children who are more proficient readers might benefit from exploring various genres and analyzing texts during the workshop. - Writing Experience: Some children may already have some writing experience while others might be beginners. Workshops should offer appropriate challenges for both types of participants. - Interest Levels: Children’s interests vary greatly based on age, so workshops should incorporate themes and topics that resonate with each specific group. These considerations help ensure that every child feels engaged, challenged, and motivated throughout the workshop sessions. Working Title: Subjects Explored In order to foster creativity among young writers, writing workshops for kids provide opportunities to explore diverse subjects. Participants get the chance to delve into various areas within literature through engaging activities guided by experienced writers and illustrators. By encouraging exploration across multiple topics, these workshops aim to broaden horizons and inspire young imaginations. With the goal of nurturing literary curiosity ingrained in these workshops’ structure, we now turn our attention towards examining some of the subjects explored during these immersive experiences. Exploring Creativity with Children’s Writers and Illustrators: Subjects Explored Once participants have become familiar with the length of the workshop, they can delve into the various subjects explored during our writing workshops for kids. Through a combination of interactive activities, engaging discussions, and hands-on exercises, children will be encouraged to explore their creativity and expand their understanding of storytelling. For instance, one subject that is often covered in our workshops is character development. Children are guided through the process of creating well-rounded characters by examining traits, motivations, and backstories. They learn how these elements contribute to compelling narratives and engage readers on an emotional level. By analyzing examples from popular children’s literature or even creating their own fictional characters, young writers gain valuable insights into crafting relatable protagonists. The exploration of setting is another important aspect of our workshops. Participants are prompted to imagine vivid landscapes where their stories unfold. Whether it’s a bustling cityscape or a magical realm hidden within everyday surroundings, children are encouraged to utilize sensory details to bring their settings to life. This not only enhances the reader’s experience but also fosters imagination and descriptive writing skills among young authors. - Engage in group brainstorming sessions to generate ideas collectively. - Analyze illustrations from renowned picture books as inspiration for visual storytelling. - Collaborate with fellow participants on joint story-writing exercises. - Receive personalized feedback from experienced children’s writers and illustrators. Additionally, we provide a 3-column and 4-row table below showcasing some key topics addressed during our workshops: |Plot structure||Learn about narrative arcs and build tension throughout stories||Develop stronger storytelling abilities| |Dialogue||Understand effective dialogue techniques in children’s literature||Improve character interactions and dialogue writing skills| |Illustration techniques||Explore different art styles and methods for visual storytelling||Enhance visual communication and creativity| |Editing and revision process||Gain insights into the importance of revising and editing||Refine written work through constructive feedback and self-reflection| As children progress through our workshops, they not only expand their knowledge on these subjects but also develop a stronger foundation in creative writing. By exploring characters, settings, plot structure, dialogue, illustration techniques, as well as the editing and revision process, young participants gain valuable skills that will serve them throughout their literary journeys. Transitioning seamlessly into the subsequent section about “Engaging activities,” we invite children to participate in hands-on exercises that bring these subjects to life. Through interactive games, collaborative projects, and imaginative prompts, our aim is to provide an engaging environment where each child can thrive creatively. In the previous section, we discussed the various benefits of writing workshops for children. Now let’s delve into the subjects that are explored during these workshops, providing a comprehensive understanding of what participants can expect. One subject commonly explored in writing workshops for kids is character development. Through engaging activities and exercises, young writers have the opportunity to create vibrant characters with unique personalities, backgrounds, and motivations. For example, imagine a workshop where children are tasked with developing a protagonist for their own adventure story. They would be encouraged to think deeply about their character’s traits, desires, and challenges, ultimately fostering creativity and honing their storytelling skills. During these workshops, another key aspect frequently covered is plot structure. Children learn how to craft compelling narratives by understanding elements such as exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. By exploring different types of plots through interactive exercises or group discussions, participants gain valuable insights into constructing captivating stories that keep readers engaged from start to finish. Additionally, writing workshops often focus on world-building – creating imaginary settings that serve as backdrops for stories. Whether it’s an enchanted forest or a bustling cityscape filled with futuristic technology, children are encouraged to visualize and describe detailed environments that transport readers into new worlds. This exercise not only stimulates imagination but also enhances descriptive writing skills. To provide a visual representation of the variety of subjects explored during these workshops: - Character Development - Plot Structure - Dialogue Writing Participants engage in hands-on activities related to each topic while being guided by experienced authors and illustrators who offer invaluable advice and feedback throughout the process. |Character Development||Plot Structure||World-Building||Dialogue Writing| |Develop vibrant characters||Craft compelling narratives||Create imaginative settings||Learn effective dialogue techniques| |Explore character traits||Understand plot elements||Visualize detailed environments||Enhance communication skills| |Cultivate creativity||Engage readers throughout story||Stimulate imagination||Improve writing fluency| By exploring these subjects in a nurturing and collaborative environment, young writers can develop essential storytelling skills that will serve them well beyond the workshop setting. Transitioning into the subsequent section about “Skills Developed,” participants not only gain a deeper understanding of specific subjects but also acquire practical tools to enhance their overall writing abilities. Exploring Creativity in Writing Workshops for Kids Having engaged in various activities that foster creativity, children attending writing workshops gain valuable skills and develop their creative abilities. For instance, let’s consider a case study involving Emily, an imaginative 9-year-old who participated in one such workshop. Through interactive sessions with accomplished children’s writers and illustrators, Emily was exposed to different forms of storytelling and artistry. One way these workshops cultivate creativity is by encouraging children to express themselves through writing and illustration. Participants are given opportunities to explore their imagination by creating original stories and bringing them to life through illustrations. By doing so, they learn how to tap into their unique perspectives and develop narratives that reflect their interests and experiences. In addition to nurturing imagination, writing workshops for kids also help improve critical thinking skills. Through brainstorming exercises, group discussions, and constructive feedback sessions, participants learn how to analyze ideas from multiple angles and make informed decisions about the direction of their stories or artwork. This process encourages them to think critically about story structure, character development, plot progression, and other important elements of storytelling. Moreover, participating children acquire effective communication skills as they collaborate with fellow attendees during group projects or share their work with others. They learn how to articulate their thoughts clearly when discussing ideas or providing feedback on each other’s creations. These communication skills extend beyond the workshop setting and can benefit students academically and socially. To illustrate further the impact of these writing workshops on young minds’ emotional well-being, here is a bullet point list highlighting some notable outcomes: - Increased self-confidence - Enhanced self-expression - Improved problem-solving abilities - Strengthened sense of identity Furthermore, the following table showcases specific benefits experienced by children who participate in these workshops: |Enhanced Imagination||Encourages exploration of new ideas||Creating a fantastical world in a story| |Improved Collaboration||Fosters teamwork and cooperation||Collaborating on an illustrated project| |Boosted Creativity||Expands creative thinking beyond traditional bounds||Incorporating unconventional storytelling| In conclusion, writing workshops for kids not only provide engaging activities but also promote the development of essential skills. Through exploring their creativity, children strengthen their imagination, critical thinking abilities, and communication skills. Additionally, these workshops have positive emotional effects by boosting self-confidence, enhancing self-expression, improving problem-solving capabilities, and nurturing a sense of identity. In the subsequent section about “Creative writing exercises,” we will delve deeper into specific techniques that encourage young writers to further develop their imaginative prowess. Creative writing exercises Exploring Creativity with Children’s Writers and Illustrators: Skills Developed Building upon the foundation of writing workshops for kids, this section delves into the various skills that can be developed through these creative sessions. By fostering an environment that encourages imagination and self-expression, children’s writers and illustrators play a crucial role in nurturing young minds. Let us explore some key skills that participants can develop during these workshops. One example of a skill that children can develop is storytelling prowess. Through engaging exercises and activities led by experienced professionals, kids learn how to construct compelling narratives. For instance, they may be given a prompt to create their own story or asked to adapt an existing tale using their unique perspective. This process not only hones their ability to craft imaginative stories but also enhances their verbal communication skills as they share their creations with others. In addition to storytelling, writing workshops for kids help cultivate critical thinking abilities. Participants are encouraged to analyze characters, settings, and plotlines while exploring different genres within children’s literature. They learn how to identify themes and messages conveyed through stories, developing valuable analytical skills along the way. Moreover, collaborative discussions among fellow participants allow them to broaden their perspectives and think critically about diverse viewpoints presented in literature. To further illustrate the emotional impact of these workshops, consider the following bullet points: - Increased confidence in expressing ideas creatively - Enhanced empathy towards fictional characters and real-life situations - Improved problem-solving skills through narrative development - Heightened appreciation for reading and writing as forms of artistic expression Furthermore, interactive exercises involving both writing and illustrating provide opportunities for children to enhance their visual literacy skills alongside written expression. The combination of words and pictures allows participants to communicate complex ideas effectively while stimulating creativity from multiple angles. The table below summarizes some additional benefits derived from participating in writing workshops for kids: |Stimulates Imagination||Encourages children to think outside the box and create vibrant worlds through their writing and illustrations| |Fosters Collaboration||Promotes teamwork, cooperation, and collective problem-solving in group activities| |Cultivates Self-Expression||Provides a platform for children to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas in a safe and supportive environment| |Develops Language Skills||Enhances vocabulary, grammar, syntax, and overall language proficiency| As participants engage in these workshops, they acquire not only specific writing skills but also gain broader personal development advantages. Developing storytelling prowess, critical thinking abilities, visual literacy skills, confidence in self-expression, empathy towards others’ experiences—the benefits are manifold. Transitioning seamlessly into the subsequent section on collaborative projects—where participants can bring together their newfound creativity—we will explore how these workshops foster collaboration among young writers and illustrators without skipping a beat. Exploring Creativity through Collaborative Projects Building on the foundation of creative writing exercises, another valuable aspect of our writing workshops for kids is the opportunity to engage in collaborative projects. These projects encourage children to work together, share ideas, and learn from one another while further developing their creativity and storytelling skills. For instance, imagine a group of young writers coming together to create a collective story. Each child contributes a paragraph or two to the narrative, building upon what the previous writer has written. This exercise not only fosters collaboration but also sparks imagination as each participant adds their unique perspective and ideas to shape the story’s direction. To provide more insight into the benefits of collaborative projects during our workshops, consider the following: - Enhanced teamwork: Through working collaboratively, kids develop important teamwork skills such as effective communication, active listening, compromise, and problem-solving. - Expanded creativity: By collaborating with others who have different perspectives and approaches to storytelling, children are exposed to new ideas that can help expand their own creative thinking. - Increased confidence: Working on shared projects allows children to see their contributions valued by others, encouraging self-confidence in their abilities as writers. - Cultivated empathy: Collaboration teaches children how to appreciate and respect diverse viewpoints and encourages them to empathize with others’ experiences. Through these collaborative endeavors, participants gain exposure to various storytelling techniques beyond those taught directly through exercises. They learn firsthand about plot development, character arcs, dialogue construction, and pacing—all within an engaging context that nurtures both social connections and individual growth. With an understanding of how collaborative projects benefit young writers in fostering creativity and storytelling skills alike, we now delve into exploring specific storytelling techniques employed during our workshops. From crafting compelling characters to constructing captivating plots, this next section will equip aspiring authors with invaluable tools for bringing their stories to life. Building on the idea of fostering creativity through writing workshops, collaborative projects offer a unique opportunity for children to work alongside professional writers and illustrators. By engaging in these joint ventures, young participants can explore their imagination while learning valuable skills. In this section, we will delve into how collaborative projects promote teamwork and creative thinking among young writers. Collaborative projects provide an avenue for children to collaborate with fellow peers as well as established professionals. For instance, let’s consider a hypothetical scenario where a group of aspiring authors come together under the guidance of an accomplished writer. They collectively create a storybook filled with original stories, which is later illustrated by talented artists. This project not only allows them to pool their ideas but also gives them exposure to various writing styles and artistic techniques. Through collaboration, children learn the importance of compromise, effective communication, and working towards a common goal. To further understand the impact of collaborative projects on children’s development, here are some key points worth noting: - Collaboration fosters empathy: Working collaboratively requires individuals to respect each other’s opinions and perspectives. It encourages empathy by allowing participants to appreciate different viewpoints and find common ground. - Enhanced problem-solving abilities: Engaging in collaborative projects presents challenges that require creative solutions. Children develop critical thinking skills as they navigate through obstacles together and brainstorm innovative ideas. - Boosts self-confidence: Contributing to a shared project helps build confidence in one’s own abilities. Seeing their ideas valued by others instills a sense of accomplishment and reinforces trust in their creative capabilities. - Celebrates diversity: Collaborating with diverse groups exposes children to varied backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. This broadens their understanding of the world around them and promotes inclusivity. Table showcasing benefits: |Benefits of Collaborative Projects| |Enhance problem-solving abilities| In conclusion, collaborative projects provide a platform for young writers to engage in teamwork and develop their creative thinking skills. By collaborating with peers and professionals, children learn the value of empathy, enhance problem-solving abilities, boost self-confidence, and celebrate diversity. These experiences lay the foundation for further exploration in storytelling techniques. Transition into the subsequent section about “Visualization exercises”: Furthermore, alongside collaborative projects, visualization exercises play a crucial role in nurturing creativity within young minds. Through these exercises, children can refine their ability to vividly imagine scenes and characters as they embark on their writing journey. Exploring Storytelling Techniques: Unleashing the Power of Imagination Now, let us explore further strategies to nurture creativity in children through writing workshops. One effective approach is encouraging collaboration among young participants. By working together on a shared story, kids learn the importance of teamwork and gain inspiration from each other’s ideas. For instance, during a recent workshop, children were divided into groups and tasked with creating a mystery tale. They brainstormed plot twists, characters, and settings collaboratively, resulting in an engaging narrative that showcased their collective imagination. To foster creativity even more deeply, visualization exercises can be incorporated into the workshops. These activities prompt children to imagine vivid scenes in their minds and then put those images onto paper through drawing or descriptive writing. Through this process, kids develop their ability to visualize stories before putting pen to paper, enhancing their overall storytelling skills. The impact of these techniques on children’s creative growth cannot be overstated: - Increased self-expression: Writing workshops provide a platform for young individuals to express themselves freely without fear of judgment. - Enhanced problem-solving abilities: Collaborative storytelling encourages critical thinking as children navigate challenges within their narratives. - Improved communication skills: Engaging with peers allows children to practice articulating their thoughts effectively. - Boosted confidence: As they see their ideas taking shape and receive positive feedback from instructors and fellow participants, children become more confident in their creative abilities. Moreover, incorporating character development into writing workshops helps young writers bring life to their stories. In the subsequent section, we will delve into methods for crafting well-rounded characters that readers can connect with emotionally. By exploring various facets of characterization such as personality traits and motivations, budding authors can create compelling protagonists who drive captivating narratives forward. By adopting these proven techniques and emphasizing collaborative learning environments in Writing workshops for kids, we can unleash the power of imagination and nurture a lifelong love for storytelling in young minds. Exploring Creativity through Visualization Exercises Building upon the foundation of visualization exercises, this section delves into the crucial aspect of character development in children’s writing workshops. By encouraging young minds to tap into their imagination and explore various facets of characters, participants can enhance their storytelling abilities. To illustrate the significance of character development, let us consider a hypothetical case study: Sarah, an 8-year-old workshop participant, was tasked with creating her own protagonist for a short story. Through guided exercises and prompts provided by experienced writers and illustrators, Sarah embarked on a journey to bring her character to life. She envisioned Kate, a brave explorer who possessed an unwavering curiosity about mysterious lands. As Sarah developed Kate’s backstory and personality traits during the workshop sessions, she discovered how these elements intertwined to shape her character’s motivations and actions within the narrative. During character development workshops like these, several key benefits emerge: - Empathy cultivation: Participants learn to empathize with their characters’ experiences and emotions. - Enhanced creativity: Imagining unique attributes for each character fosters creative thinking. - Storytelling skills improvement: The process encourages participants to construct engaging narratives around their characters. - Personal growth: Exploring different perspectives through characters helps develop self-awareness. As demonstrated in Table 1 below, workshops that focus on visualization exercises combined with character development offer numerous advantages for children: |Empathy cultivation||Encourages understanding of others’ feelings| |Enhanced creativity||Promotes out-of-the-box thinking| |Improved storytelling skills||Develops ability to create compelling narratives| |Personal growth||Enhances self-reflection capabilities| Table 1: Key Benefits of Workshops Focusing on Visualization Exercises and Character Development In summary, by actively participating in workshops that emphasize visualization exercises alongside character development activities, children are able to cultivate empathy, enhance their creativity, improve their storytelling skills, and experience personal growth. Transitioning into the subsequent section about enhanced imagination, participants will explore how these elements contribute to creating vibrant worlds within children’s writing. Next Section: Enhanced imagination Transitioning from the previous section on character development, we now delve into how writing workshops for kids can enhance their imagination. Through engaging with experienced children’s writers and illustrators, young participants are encouraged to explore their creativity through various activities and exercises. One example of an activity that fosters enhanced imagination is “Story Starters.” In this exercise, each child is given a prompt or opening sentence and tasked with developing a unique story based on the provided beginning. By allowing their imaginations to run wild, children learn how to think critically and creatively as they craft their narratives. - Encourages out-of-the-box thinking - Promotes problem-solving skills - Develops storytelling abilities - Inspires originality These workshops provide a structured environment where children can freely express themselves while learning valuable skills. Through collaboration with other participants and guidance from professional writers and illustrators, young minds are nurtured in an atmosphere that promotes open-mindedness and imaginative exploration. In addition to Interactive Activities like “Story Starters,” another effective tool utilized in writing workshops are brainstorming sessions. These sessions often involve group discussions or individual reflection time, encouraging participants to think divergently and generate multiple ideas or perspectives. To illustrate the impact of such collaborative efforts, consider the following table: |Benefits of Brainstorming Sessions| |Increased idea generation| |Boosted confidence levels| By incorporating both active engagement through activities like “Story Starters” and fostering collaborative environments during brainstorming sessions, these writing workshops offer invaluable opportunities for children to expand their imaginative horizons. Through participation in writing workshops facilitated by skilled authors and illustrators, children not only develop creative thinking but also acquire essential life skills that extend beyond the realm of storytelling. These workshops foster a sense of self-expression, build confidence, and encourage empathy, ultimately shaping young minds to become well-rounded individuals capable of navigating various challenges they may encounter in their personal and academic lives.

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Mr Keeler Grade 3 (June 2021) Daily Talks Activities Throughout Grade 3 our students have taken part in various activities for ‘Daily Talks’. These activities are designed to develop the students’ confidence in speaking English to an audience. The level of preparation and support can decrease slightly over time as the students grow in confidence; from the initial use of a writing plan through to independently talking for one minute about any topic the student wishes to discuss. Let’s take a look at the steps the students took in the development of their ‘Daily Talks’. Our initial focus for most students was to develop their voice projection in order for them to be heard clearly by their audience. The students presented their writing plans to the class and discussed what they would be writing about in their Journal book. As the content was familiar to the students and much of it could simply be read from the plan, it provided them with an opportunity to focus on speaking loudly and clearly without having to think too much about what they would say. Once the students had more experience with speaking in English to an audience, many of them grew in confidence and were able to use other prompts including pictures, PPT games and open-ended questions to base their speech on. During these activities, the teacher continued to demonstrate ways to use body language to help make the speeches more interesting and engaging for the audience. Ms Marit Grade 3 (June 2021) In grade three, during the second semester, the students learned how to write a three paragraph story. The students of 3.1 wanted a challenge so we focused on Narrative Writing. The topic for their narrative writing story was “My Fun Trip”. The students were able to follow the writing process in order to write interesting and unique stories about their “Fun Trip”. First, the students were asked about a fun trip that they had been on in the past. They saw an example of a Brainstorm Word Web and proceeded to write their own word web. Next, the students took their ideas from their Word Web page and wrote a more detailed writing plan in their Narrative Planner. The students were able to see an example of a Narrative Planner and followed the procedures to write their own. The Narrative Planner included writing ideas for 5 paragraphs. They had to write an Introduction, Beginning, Middle, End paragraph (with supporting details), and a Conclusion. After the completion of their planner, students wrote a Narrative Rough Draft using the information from their planner. They were encouraged to use transition and sequence words in order to help their essays flow better for readers. Then, the students used their knowledge of grammar and phonics to edit their Narrative Rough Draft. Finally, they were ready to write their Narrative Final Essay. During the writing process, they were reminded to write neatly, indent each paragraph, and pay attention to details. Their final essays showed that they have the ability to focus on a challenge and achieve their goals. Mr Brian Grade 3 (June 2021) Throughout the school year the students in 3.3 do a variety of theme classes. These include Math, Social Studies and Science. In this article we are looking at the lifecycle of a frog. For this theme class we used a variety of resources; video, PPT and Origami paper. Firstly we looked at a PPT describing the frog’s lifecycle. After each slide we gave the students opportunity to raise questions they had, and also to give the students the chance to tell us what they know about frogs. We encourage the students to express their own ideas during these theme classes. The students received a lot of information through the PPT. Next step was a fun activity, we asked the students to watch a video on how to make a frog using Origami paper. The students watched the video all the way through, then they started to make the frogs watching the video a second time. The video was paused at each part to allow students time to fold each section of the paper. As we went through the process of making the frogs, the teacher was kind enough to lend a helping hand. Finally the frogs were made, and the students had time to admire and play with their creations. This fun activity helped to motivate students and keep their interest while learning about the Frogs. Mr Matthew Grade 3 (June 2021) It’s Time to Learn About… Time! In Grade Three, we have been busy learning about time. As time is an everlasting concept that dictates a lot of what we do in our daily lives, it is extremely important to understand! Our three class goals were to learn new English vocabulary related to time, develop the ability to understand and orally communicate common time-related phrases and most importantly, have fun! We began by reviewing words such as ‘o’clock’ and ‘half past’ by brainstorming and discussing things we do at ‘x o’clock’ and ‘half past x’. We then moved on to learn about the concepts of splitting an analogue clock face in half to visualize ‘past’ and ‘to’, and then quarters to visualize ‘o’clock’, ‘quarter past’, ‘half past’ and ‘quarter to’. We drew diagrams of clock faces split into quarters and practised identifying when and how to use the aforementioned phrases. Next, we watched a short video to reinforce what we had learnt and then created our own clocks to further support our understanding of these concepts. Once we had finished learning the new time-related words and how to use them, we got into groups and played a game matching 12- and 24- hour times. It was a lot of fun and we felt comfortable practicing our skills with our peers! We also had optional activities set up during break times which gave us the opportunity to extend our learning. It has been a thoroughly enjoyable experience learning about time! Mr Jon Grade 3 (July 2021) Reviewing Irregular Verbs Much like our multiplication tables in Math, irregular verbs in English are just something we have to learn and remember, there are few, if any rules that can help us to do this. So in grade three throughout the year we continuously practice, review, sing and practice again until our students achieve their goals. A typical review class will begin by refreshing the students’ knowledge in a fun and familiar way by singing the ‘Learn, Learn, Learn, My Irregular Verbs’ song. This is a very addictive and memorable song and highly recommended by the grade 3 teachers as something than can be sung at home too! We then will play a game that incorporates both visual learning and speaking practice. The students get excited and engaged with this style of reviewing as they can work in teams and score points to win rewards. Final part of the class is allotted to consolidation, as writing is important to help retain what the students have learned. Initially fun worksheets are used and completed using different coloured pencils. The students can still work together discussing which irregular verb answer is correct. After this is completed, the students write short stories in their journals using as many of the irregular past tense verbs that they can remember. The idea of review class to for the students to have fun whilst learning and remembering this very important part of the English language. Mr. John Grade Three Class (December 2019) Learning About Present Simple Tense In Grade Three we have been learning about the Present Simple tense for two weeks. We use the Present Simple tense when an action is happening right now, or when it happens regularly. We first looked at a few clips on YouTube/ Brainpop, these short clips are specifically made with English Second Language Learners in mind. We checked for understanding by having a classroom discussion. The students were asked to give example sentences using random words selected from both verb cards and subject/pronoun cards. We further consolidated this learning by constructing and writing down a ‘Present Simple Tense table’, that included affirmative, negative and question forms. In the second period we played a refresher ‘jeopardy’ game, which tested all forms of Present Simple Tense and got the students excited as it involved team points and rewards. We then did a reading, recognizing and writing activity. The students read through our classroom library books and identified six examples of sentences that were using the Present Simple Tense form. They then finalized their learning by independently writing two sentences in each form (affirmative, negative and question) in this tense. This work was completed on separate lined paper and illustrated with drawings about their sentences and then displayed in the classroom. The students worked very hard, learned a lot, and had fun doing their creative writing in the present simple tense! Mr. Jeff’s Grade Three (December 2019) Am, Is, Are In Grade Three we have been learning about the helping verbs are, is, am, was, and were for two weeks. Helping verbs are important in grammar because it helps tell others what someone is doing at that moment. We use these helping verbs every day in our vocabulary, but sometimes get confused and use them incorrectly. So, to reintroduce the students to these helping verbs I showed the students how to form a sentence using subject and predicate. First, I gave the students ideas of what a subject of a sentence is. It is a person, place or thing. Then, I asked the students to name nouns for me to begin the sentence. Next, we moved to our helping verbs. The students chose what helping verbs to use in the sentence depending on what the subject was. The students then finished the sentence with the predicate. The predicate of the sentence always has a verb. The students were able to make up the sentence with whatever verb they wanted to add to the sentence. In the final step the students wrote a story using the helping verbs. The students made up a story using the all the students names at their table. First, they had to write a rough draft of the story. Once the rough draft was perfect, they then wrote their story onto color paper as nicely as they could. The students had a fun time making up their make-believe stories and working as a group to finish this assignment. The students came up with some very creative stories! Mrs. Marit Grade Three (November 2019) This week the students learned about what it means to be “thankful”. First, the students were briefly presented with information about Thanksgiving in the U.S.A, which falls annually on the fourth Thursday of November. During this time each group took turns reading examples of what it means to be “thankful”, and also looked at pictures to help with understanding. Next, the students watched a short video clip of a third grade class in the United States telling about what they are thankful for. After the video, the students were asked what the students in the video were thankful for. Following the video, students were asked to brainstorm what they are thankful for, so we drew a word web on the board with a few examples. Then, the children worked in groups to come up with their own word web about what they are thankful for. Each group had 5 minutes to brainstorm on their whiteboards. After the 5 minutes were up, each group presented and spoke about what they are thankful for. Our next activity was writing about what they are thankful for. First, we reviewed the work sheet categories: people, places and things. Next, the students used a lined worksheet titled, “What I am thankful for”, and had to use their neat handwriting to write, “I am thankful for ______because________. During our “Being Thankful” activities, students learned the meaning of the word “thankful”. They also learned how to use “thankful” while speaking and writing. Mrs. Ashley's Grade 3 Class (November 2019) Grade 3 classes have been learning about measurement, centimeters, meters, and kilometers. The students learned that centimeter is used to measure smaller objects such as pencils and books, while meter is used to measure bigger objects such as a door, and the classroom floor. Kilometers are used to measure distance. For example, the distance from Guangzhou to Shanghai is 1,434 kilometers. We played a game where the students looked at a picture and had to shout out whether we would measure with centimeters, meters, or kilometers. The second part of the lesson was more hands on. The students worked with a partner. Using a sheet of paper, they made a chart labeling centimeters, meters and kilometers. The students measured four items using centimeters, two to four items using meters, and then picked two places for kilometers. Drawing and labeling pictures of the items measured in centimeters and meters. They also drew pictures of cities for kilometers. Students chose one item and wrote a sentence. For example one group measured a finger, drew a picture of the finger, labeling and write a sentence. “The finger is 5cm.” For the last part of our project, each pair of students presented their chart to the class, reading the sentences that they wrote. This project allowed the students to learn about different types of measurement, as well as incorporate writing and speaking into their project. It allowed the students to use rulers using centimeters and meter sticks to measure items in the class. The students enjoyed this project. Mr. Matthew's Grade 3 Class (November 2019) A Talkative Bunch Every day in Grade 3, students participate in an activity called ‘daily talks. This activity requires students to stand in front of their peers and speak about topics in English for one minute. The purpose of daily talks is to develop each student’s ability to communicate in spoken English. Every daily talk is a formative assessment, which allows the teacher to listen and identify strengths and areas of improvement for each student. The teacher will frequently model a daily talk, demonstrating positive body language, proper voice projection, well-sequenced ideas and correct sentence structure. This explicitly reinforces the daily talks’ success criteria for all students. Students are allowed to use an English plan or a stimulus picture for their daily talk, or they can choose to have no assistance. The aim is to cater to each student’s individual ability without affecting their confidence. At the end of a daily talk, the teacher will ask questions to the class about the topic. This ensures all students are engaged in the activity, even if they are not talking. To finish the daily talks session, the teacher will praise all participants and discuss things that were positive and things that can be improved with the whole class. Mr. Jeff's Grade 3 Class (June 2019) In our Grade 3 classes we have been learning about Irregular verbs for the last two weeks. Irregular verbs are different than regular action verbs because when you use irregular verbs in the past tense form, the spelling changes. Irregular verbs are verbs you need to remember because they are not the same as the other normal verbs that end in “ed” when used in past tense form. To reinforce how to use irregular verbs we did many activities to help the students understand how and when they are used. First, we put different nouns on the board in three different categories future, present and past tense. We did this so students can know how to use these verbs in a sentence using correct grammar. Next, the students searched in their guided reading books to find 10 irregular verbs. This was done so students can again see how to use the irregular verbs correctly in sentences using correct grammar. Then we had the students use the white boards so they can practice using irregular verbs in sentences. In the final step of our irregular verbs unit the students worked in small groups to create posters about Irregular verbs for us to hang in the classroom. Each small group wrote a sentence and the group picked the best sentence. The students worked together to write the sentence and draw big, colorful pictures of examples of the sentence. During this activity I heard all of the students speaking English and using verb and irregular verbs. The students worked very hard, learned a lot, and had fun creating Irregular Verbs Posters for us to hang in class! Mr. Charlie’s Grade 3 Class (May 2019) Who Was? They Were? Recently in our Grade 3 English classes we practiced how to properly use the words “was” and “were” in English sentences. When you have a singular noun you use the word “was,” and when your noun is plural you use the word “were.” But, there are some subtle tricks and exceptions, and the students did very well with them. First, we looked at a PowerPoint together as a class and completed some simple fill in the blank sentences using “was” and “were.” After that, we made a T-chart on the whiteboard and gave examples of nouns that are paired with “was” or “were,” paying close attention to the more tricky examples. Following the T-chart we went on a word hunt in our classroom library books. Students looked for “was” and “were” sentences in the classroom books, and when the students found one they wrote it down to share with their table groups. Next we shared our “was” and “were” sentences at our table groups. The students then used these examples to generate their own “was” or “were” sentence as a table group. After they generated their sentence the students they wrote it on poster paper and drew a big, colorful, detailed pictures to accompany the sentences they created. In the end, we had 12 wonderful “was” and “were” posters to hang in our class to help us remember our grammar work. Great job everyone! Mr. Jon’s Grade 3 Class (May 2019) In our class, we have been learning about prepositions. Prepositions are an important part of the English language. Prepositions tell us about movement, direction, location and time. To reintroduce the students to prepositions (in Grade 2 the students were taught the more simple prepositions such as ‘on, in, up, out’) we watched some educational child centered clips from the Internet and Brainpop. We played a game with a football, where two volunteers were told, where to place the balloon; (‘Place the football ON her head.’ etc.). Then, we played games to introduce new prepositions (used for time, movement etc.). The games included a class scavenger hunt, where students could help each other using prepositions to say where they found the cards. We also played Preposition Bingo, which was fun too! The students then filled in a table, by finding prepositions, from the ‘Pirate Card’ sentences projected on the screen, rewards were given as incentives. Finally, the students worked in pairs to create posters about Prepositions for us to hang in the classroom. Each pair was asked to draw pictures showing an example from each of the four groups of prepositions (time, location, movement and direction). They then wrote a sentence to describe their drawings. As the students were not allowed to write the same sentence under each picture, this activity elicited lots of spoken English, talking about different ways to use prepositions in sentences. The students worked very hard, learned a lot, and had fun creating the posters! Ms. Katie’s Grade 3 Class (May 2019) Delivering Daily Talks Our classes have been doing daily talks most of the year. This enables every student to talk in front of the class at least once a week. There is a process we use to help the students to be able to speak freely and fluently. The students are first taught how to greet a group of people by introducing themselves and saying a greeting. eg. Good Morning or Good Afternoon. The teacher uses a video to show them how it should be done. It shows Charlie Brown very nervous and despondent then at the end he is very happy with himself after he is guided how to talk in front of the class. The students are taught to have eye contact with their audience and just use their notes as a reference and not read sentences. Grade 3 parents would be aware that this is part of their homework every week, which has an area for the topic, where, when, how, what and why. These notes are used if they are applicable to the topic they are talking about. When the students are talking, the teacher assesses them on: volume, clarity of speech, if they stay on topic and their fluency, for the appropriate time which is 1 minute. The students also get gentle feedback on their talk to help them improve. As the students advance and gain more confidence in standing up and delivering a talk to the class, we start brainstorming adjectives and adverbs to make their talk or story more interesting. Another activity is when a 4 panel colored story is shown on the screen and the students have to come out to the front of the class and tell the story and try their best to add adjectives and adverbs. As a result over the year, many of the students have gained more confidence as well as extending their sentences during the speaking process. Well done to them! Mr. Jon's Grade 3 Class (Jan 2018) In our class, we have been taking a layered approach to our weekly guided writing class. The process begins with a specially designed homework sheet which is taken home at the weekend. The idea of this sheet is that each student selects the topic they want to write about in class the next week, in the more relaxed and sometimes inspiring environment of their own homes. The student fills in the question word prompts with 1-3 word answers, and then having thought more on the topic, complete the key ideas or vocabulary reminder section. The students has now engaged with the idea of what they will be writing about and partly planned the outline as well. When asked to write a 80-100+ word piece, they are not only ready and willing, they also have a prompt sheet to assist them. All our writing is done in the journals, along with these, we also use mini- boards and markers in the guided writing class. The white boards are another important part of the process. Students are not allowed to ask how to spell words in our class, they must try to invent the spelling first on their white boards. They then hold the boards above their heads, allowing the teacher or TA to acknowledge a correct spelling or move to write a correct spelling on the students white board. This greatly increases the student’s phonic awareness and decreases the noise level during the writing exercise. It’s also something fun for the students to enjoy doing during what could be a mundane task. With the students using their prompt sheets, our minimum word expectation level has been set at 80, but most students are now comfortably writing 120-140 words. Normal reward systems are used, including tickets and table points, but also bonus ‘candies’ are given to the top 5 efforts of the week. These encourage the students that don’t write so well, to always try as best they can. Finally it is important to point out another layer of this process to the guided writing class. The student’s homework sheet is designed to be used as both a prompt sheet for writing as well as a preparation and rehearsal sheet for each student’s weekly speech. These are done on an individual basis in 3.5 on the same topic the student is writing about. Our students are really becoming better writers by planning their writing before they start! Mr. Charlie's Grade 3 Class (Jan 2018) Partner Interviews: My Home & My Family In our class we have been discussing and reviewing all of the members of our family and the proper English vocabulary for their names. One of the ways we did this was to interview each other with our English Family Survey. Every student was given an English Family Survey sheet with questions to ask our classmates. Some of the questions included “How many people are in your family?” and “What does your family like to do on the weekend?” Every student was partnered up with a classmate at their table. First, “partner A” would ask all the survey questions to “partner B” in English. When “partner B” answered the questions using their English skills “partner A” would write down all of their answers in English. Next, the students switched roles and “partner B” asked the same set of questions to “partner A” and wrote down all of their answers. After everyone finished interviewing four or five people, the class came back together so we could all learn more about each other. Some of the partners volunteered to come to the front of the class and tell us about each other. Again, “partner A” would tell us all about “partner B” using their best English, and then we would switch where “partner B” would tell the class all about “partner A” using their best English too. The class did a great job listening carefully to their friends while they were speaking in front of the class, which gave them a great opportunity to understand more about each other! Ms. Ashley's Grade 3 Class (Jan 2018) Family Tree Fun In our class, we have been having fun leaning about family and making family trees. We talked about the vocabulary words for each member of the family. Some of the words we discussed were mom, mother, mum, dad, father, grandfather, grandpa, grandma, grandmother, uncle, aunt, cousin, brother, and sister. We talked about how there are different ways to say different family members. We also looked at a video clip on whom and where you put family members on a family tree. The students then created their own family trees. They started by drawing lines and placing family members in order. After laying out their family tree in pencil and labeling each family member on their family tree, the students then had to draw pictures of and color in their family members. It was fun and interesting to see how well done the Family Trees turned out. The second part of the project was for the students to write two paragraphs describing their family. The students were asked to describe the family members they live with. They also wrote about where they live. We discovered that some students live in apartments, while other students live in houses. Some students described the town or area where they live. Other students described their other homes that they have. The students did a great job writing about their families. The last part of our project was for each student to present their family tree and read their essay about their families. The students loved hearing about each other’s families. This activity gives each student a glimpse into one another’s lives. Mr. Katie's Grade 3 Class (Dec 2017) Measurement in Our Lives In our class we discussed and looked at how to measure things and distances. We learnt measurement terms in English vocabulary such as; centrimetre, metre and kilometre. We also learnt their abbreviations. eg. centimetre = cm, metre = m and kiolmetre = km. We looked at which unit to measure in for distance, length and width. For example measuring large distances as in Shanghai to Chongqing, we would use kilometers (km). For smaller things we use metres and centimetres. The students also learnt how to measure distance on a map with a ruler using a scale. They measured the distances between Chongqing, Shanghai and Tianjin. We played a game from a Power Point on which unit to choose for measuring. The students looked at the picture then had to whisper to their team which unit would be the best to use. Sometimes there was conflict, but most of the time they got the answers right. We then did a worksheet where they had to measure different things in the classroom, such as books, doors, width of the classroom, pencils table and height of their team members. They used tape measures and metre rulers to help them. We also converted centimeters to metres. eg. If someone was 151cm we worked it out to be 1.51m. The students really enjoyed measuring things and each other in the classroom activity. They did a great job. Mr. T's Grade 3 Class (Dec 2017) How to Use Sequences We often use the words: first, next, then, after that, before, finally, at last, and near the end without thinking about their context. These are important time order words that indicate the passage of time and a sequence of events. In our class, we read two stories to the students to teach how the passage of time and the sequence of events are important to a story or in writing a paragraph. The first story we read was Henny Penny. Henny Penny thinks the sky is falling and then there is a familiar sequence of events that’s follows Henny Penny’s foolish idea. She meets Cocky Locky, Ducky Lucky, Turkey Lurkey, Goosey Lucy and Foxy Locksie. Using the white boards and markers, we followed the sequence of events to the end of the story until finally the birds ended up in the stomach of Foxy Locksie. The student had fun writing sentences and the rhyming names of the characters from the story. We read the second story The Three Billy Goats Gruff and looked at the sequence of events as the goats crossed the bridge to the other side of the river. We used the white boards to write sentences in the correct to show how the goats got by the troll under the bridge. Students wrote in their journals about these stories following a sequence of events. As a variation on the story some students wrote how the story would have been different if an apple fell on Henny Penny’s head or how the story would have turned out if she had met the king before she met Foxy Locksie. Other students wrote stories how the sequence of events would have change if Big Billy Goat went first and rammed the troll into the river. Students learned rhyming words, new vocabulary and gained some knowledge and understanding that every story has a time order and sequence of events.

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The story and the recording “The narrator—although the name itself is so familiar to us—is by no means present to us in his living activity. He is, to us, something distant and still receding,” wrote Walter Benjamin in his 1936 essay on Nikolai Lesskov.1 Benjamin believed that the skill of oral storytelling ceased to exist in modern societies due to the changes in communication, which replaced the story delivered by the narrator with information provided by the press. “Encounters with people who can actually tell a story become ever more seldom,” he wrote. “Embarrassment tends to be ever more common in a group when someone wishes for a story. It is as if the ability that seemed so inalienable to us, so trusted, was taken away.” Just as Benjamin was writing his essay on Lesskov, Milman Parry and Albert Lord were carrying out fieldwork in the present-day Bosnia, which revolutionized the understanding of oral literature, and also left a deep mark on the ethnomusicology of the 20th century. Parry and Lord’s purpose was to prove that Homeric epics could be passed on from generation to generation by means of oral tradition, thanks to various mnemonic devices developed by “professional” “storytellers” of the oral communities. With the help of special recording equipment,2 the researchers recorded the possibly most distinguished living “narrators” of the oral culture, first and foremost Avdo Međedović, whom they called the “Yugoslavian Homer.” “He is our present-day Balkan Singer of Tales,” Lord wrote about Međedović in the preface to his most important book.3 Parry and Lord created a new communication situation, where a preliterate community story was now functioning on a medium that belonged to the Information Age. Recording of Međedović’s stories proved not only that it was possible to create complex epics within oral literature, but also that modern media could do justice to their specific character. It was Richard Bauman who gave this phenomenon the most thought, assigning to it the performance category. In his opinion, storytellers were primarily performers, who conveyed the literary content with regard to specific circumstances and specific audience.4 If we were to analyze such an approach, the audio recording of narrating a story acquires the unstable status of registering a performance. The performer and his speech Willem de Ridder knows much about different kinds of audiences and the relation the performer establishes between the audience and themselves. He performed and participated in Fluxus concerts (performing the informal function of the “chairman of Fluxus for Northern Europe”); he released records, tapes and avant-garde pornographic magazines; he designed installations, he ran art galleries and clubs, and he hosted radio programs. He used a variety of media, but his raw material of choice was always the word and its diverse forms. De Ridder is someone like a Međedović of the neo-avant-garde period—although he might use any given medium, the form remains the same: a story.5 First and foremost, de Ridder has been spinning an autobiographic tale and navigating the sea of various projects, organizations, institutions, events and auditions he has established, organized, or hosted, for years. The chronology of his story might be unclear—it is characterized by the peculiar “mythical” time of storytellers—the phrases repeated in interview after interview, text after text, create an extra-temporal, mnemonic structure of this story. However, it is possible to identify a significant turn in de Ridder’s work, although it is more of a process than a fixed point in time: in the 70s, the cassette tape began to grow in importance in his work. With the spread of the tape, de Ridder became a “tape artist,” carrying out experiments to test its potential for performance, radio art, independent art press, and various music forms. During the peak of popularity of the tape in the 80s, he aimed to create new cultural practices around it, by means of referring to the ideals of the radical art of the 60s: participation, interactivity, blurring the line between art and life. De Ridder’s initial contact with the tape was supposedly connected to his work in radio. In the early 70s, when he was living in Los Angeles, he used tapes to remotely host the weekly program Radio Cadillac in the Dutch public radio NOS.6 At the beginning of the following decade (1980–1982), he used this experience and expanded the idea in the VPRO radio, hosting the program De Radiola Improvisatie Salon (he was living in Netherlands at that time), which consisted of playing tapes sent to the studio by the audience. De Ridder, as the host, opened the envelopes with tapes on air and played them in no particular order. The aim of the program was to provide the minimum time of 5 minutes to anyone who had mailed some material.7 The program became the catalyst for the development of the raising Dutch tape underground. Independent artists, recording the most bizarre works at home, sent in their materials, including the sounds of the electronic music trends of that time (from synthesizer music to proto-noise and industrial). The popularity of the program was so great that de Ridder could publish tape medleys under the Radiola Label and organize a series of concerts, during which anyone with their own tape could become a part of the show, if they were ready to appear on stage in some manner or other. On the other hand, the program became a space for those who created experimental music at home to find out about each other’s existence: for the hometaping scene to come into being, a program that united the dispersed bedrooms was necessary.8) The arrival of the tape made it possible for people like de Ridder to give voice to the audience, to change the relation between the listener and the host, and to increase the interactive aspect of the radio. The tape magazine Spiral, which de Ridder produced together with Andrew McKenzie (Hafler Trio) between 1989 and 1990, could be regarded as an extension of this concept of “giving voice.” The series of twelve tapes, published monthly, constituted a year’s issue of this exceptional magazine, which contained various archive materials, and the occasional sounds of the interludes recorded by the publishers (in the early Hafler Trio style). Obviously, Spiral did not come into existence in isolation: in 1974, Audio Arts, established by Barry Barker and William Furlong, already existed. What makes Spiral different is the two subjects that link all issues: on the one hand, the search for alternative lifestyles in the contemporary society, and on the other, the matter of controlling the audience through sound. The provocative mix tapes, which heralded Steve Goodmann’s approach to sound, could contain muzak, taped hypnosis sessions and documentaries on anti-nuclear movements in one medley. The matter of controlling the listeners through voice is the key problem of de Ridder’s experiments, which converged theater, performance, happening, radio art and tapes. One of the Radio Cadillac tapes supposedly contained instructions for simultaneous masturbation.9 The success of the provocative participatory program prompted de Ridder to develop paratheatrical experiments, based on improvisation guided by spoken instructions. For this purpose, de Ridder used his radio programs creating participatory happenings, in which the listeners could co-perform.10 The pattern designed for radio programs could be employed in new ways as the portable audio cassette players became more common. De Ridder developed this formula by developing “audio tours,” a tape variation of soundwalks, and “Audio Directed Personal Theater,” an earlier version of the radio happenings used mainly in art galleries and museums, in which he prepared different instructions for individual participators. An example of this is The Walk, organized in 1981, in collaboration with the Amsterdam Art Centre De Appel. According to the taped instructions, it was supposed to go on for three days. The best example of de Ridder’s tape performance is Walkman Piece (1994), in which four people carry out different commands they hear in their headphones (for example “get on the chair,” “sit down,” “spin the chair,” “start laughing”). Experimenting with such application of tapes, de Ridder prepared Walkman Scores for professional musicians and Cassette Safari, which was to be played in a car, not unlike the radio happening De Grote Oto Derby, which took place on the night between 18th and 19th August, 1978, and where he instructed the audience to get into their cars and led them from Amsterdam to the small city of Hardewijk through a number of towns.11 The success of de Ridder’s experiments resulted from providing the audience with space for improvisation: the “tape plays,” which he created, relied on spontaneity of performance coming from the prior ignorance of the instructions and no rehearsal. The way in which he seduced the audience with his voice and his story was equally important. He builds his relation with the audience by means of controlling the listeners’ emotions, going from terror to humor and from intimacy to irony. He can be considered a contemporary master of verbal performance. It is, however, a peculiar performance, intended as a mediated show. The voice in this case becomes the medium of the performer’s presence. In his reflections on experiments on recording the speech of performers in the 70s, LaBelle used a quote from Walter Jackson Ong, the author of the so called “orality/literacy theory, as a starting point:” “[t]o apprehend what a person has produced in space—a bit of writing, a picture—is not at all to be sure that he is alive. To hear his voice is to be sure.”12 The immanently uncanny nature of the recorded human voice became the subject of sound experiments supported by the rapidly developing psychoanalysis. The subject of de Ridder’s radio experiments, as well as the later Spiral, suggests that he was equally aware of the peculiar nature of the influence of the human voice, analysed numerous times by Vito Acconci and Alvin Lucier (also LaBelle). The emotional aspect of his programs—partly intimate, partly obscene, partly comedic, partly grotesque—brings to mind especially Acconci’s works (for example Seedbed or Claim). La Belle pointed to the subversive aspect of Acconci’s verbal performances, placing them within a wider context of post-structural deconstruction of acts of speech in the 70s. An analogous interpretation seems justified in the case of de Ridder’s actions, but we shall be concerned more with the way in which the recorded voice in his works constructs the mediated presence of the subject and brings the medium to life. What does the tape want? W.J.T. Mitchell ends the first chapter of his famous book What Do Pictures Want? The Lives and Loves of Images with a reference to Friedrich Nietzsche’s Twilight of the Idols. Arguing that images are in fact items which aim at affecting and controlling us, Mitchell quotes the author of Twilight of the Idols, recommending “‘sounding out’ the idols with the hammer, or ‘tuning fork,’ of critical language:”13 The power of idols over the human mind resides in their silence, their spectacular impassiveness, their dumb insistence on repeating the same message … and their capacity for absorbing human desire and violence and projecting it back to us as a demand for human sacrifice … “Sounding” the idols, by contrast, is a way of playing upon them. It does not dream of breaking the idol but of breaking its silence, making it speak and resonate, and transforming its hollowness into an echo chamber for human thought.14 Mitchell emphasizes that his theory, after certain modifications, could be applied to “verbal representation:” images created with words.15 He points to the fundamental meaning of desire for all practices of representation. The key significance of the logic of his reasoning is the dialogue with the contemporary trend of thing theory: he believes that the attitude of contemporary people towards objects is similar to that from earlier times, covered only by a rationalizing discourse that makes use of depreciating concepts like totems, idols and fetishes. In this sense, the objects affect people without voice, and their “sounding out” is a critical discussion on how this happens. Walter Benjamin, as mentioned earlier, was one of the first ones to point at the “silence of objects” in the modern world. According to one of the leading thing theory theorists, Bjørnar Olsen, Benjamin points to the process of sublimation of the objects’ power over people: although objects speak to us, we hear their voices as our own voices and desires.16 In this context, the “sounding” of objects is, on the one hand, the acceptance of the repressed power of objects over an individual, and on the other, an act of liberation, entering a new level of awareness of the object as a medium that ceases to be an invisible tool. It is by no means a coincidence that both Olson and Mitchell refer to Marshall McLuhan’s concept of media as crutches. In their view, objects are extensions of the human body, which does not exist in isolation but always interacts with other objects: food, cloth, tools, etc. Writing about “the silence of a tape” might seem paradoxical but the matter at hand is obviously the awareness of the relations and interaction between humans and objects: the autonomy of the object extensions. In this sense, the tape is silent, but it speaks in the same manner that tools do. Thing theory theorists make use of Martin Heidegger’s reflections on our everyday involvement with objects; they do, however, change the perspective: whereas Heidegger focused on the human attitude towards objects, Graham Harman, for example, focuses on the ability of the objects to be used efficiently.17 If we were to regard Mitchell’s “desires” of objects from this perspective, we would see the silent influence of objects demanding to be used. In this sense, the tape is silent. It is its ability to speak with its own voice that is crucial—a voice seemingly transparent, functioning just like the whisper of a prompter, a voice that is disregarded or even dismissed. The autonomous voice of the tape is a layer of material sounds that covers the recording. Mostly thin, whenever heard, it is usually perceived as the hiss of the tape or noise. The matter of the “life” of performances and objects is of particular interest to Mitchell. Quite radically, he undermines the simple animate/inanimate opposition, suggesting that our understanding of those basic categories is a historical construct that changes through time. His analyses concern the practices of animating various objects. Following the aforesaid conclusions, it could be argued that the recording of the voice of a performer can “animate” the medium. When we deal with a story, and not a song, for example, the genre conventions connect the performer with the story in a more profound manner. We presume that someone is speaking to us, and repress the power of the object’s influence. De Ridder’s performances and happenings are an excellent example of this: as their essence is embodied by people executing commands from the radio or a tape/portable audio cassette player. They could be also treated as performative research on the specific character of media, “sounding out” the speech of seemingly mute and transparent idols. In this case, the recordings act as a score, and one could even say that the concept of “Walkman Scores” reveals the repressed nature of performing a piece of music: that it is the score that tells the musicians what to do, and not the composer or the conductor. On the other hand, de Ridder shows in this way the essence of mediating, which is perfectly expressed in the relation between the tape and the portable audio cassette player. It could be argued that the media are objects which try to control the human perception, or cause the “suspension of perception,” rather than extensions of the human body.18 De Ridder’s speech, which seduces with the story or controls by means of commands, points to the jammed or even displaced “voice” of the portable audio cassette player, which aims at creating a mobile realm of autonomy, a perception bubble of sorts, attached to the listening consumer, who is kept in the position of being an audience member. The peculiarity of the “Walkman effect,” described in the 80s by Shuhei Hosokawa,19 might seem clichéd today, in the era of the prevalence of mobile devices and the development of the soundscape, but we must not forget that it was not so in the 80s. In his text, Hosokawa emphasizes the changes the portable audio cassette player brought into the perception of the city and the experience of it: a person listening to a portable audio cassette player is in an isolated space of fantasy. The relation between a person immersed in the fabric of the city but listening to a portable audio cassette player, and the city itself, becomes loose, relaxes. Hosokawa’s text initiated a new way of thinking about mobile music devices, where they were perceived as devices reinforcing individuality, and sometimes even treated as a factor that shattered city communities (such far‑reaching approach was, however, heavily criticized20). In this context, de Ridder’s experiments with portable audio cassette players are sometimes interpreted as attempts to create, based on the logic of the temporary media of new types of communities of that time.21 If we, however, look at the portable audio cassette player and the discourses surrounding it from Mitchell’s perspective, an image emerges of liberal narrations eclipsing the silent voice of the item, and the control exercised by it. Not only the aforesaid content of the tape magazine Spiral, but also the paradoxical enterprise of releasing an experimental opera on tape could be regarded as de Ridder’s commentary on the practice of listening to music in the 80s. In 1986, de Ridder, together with his then partner Cora Emans, and representatives of the Dutch domestic tape underground Nicoale and Hessell Veldman, prepared an FNTC Opera: a cross between a music installation and an electronic music concert. The audience was surrounded by sound, which was meant to dominate the visuals through the mandatory covering of the eyes with a blindfold: an action heralding the contemporary practices of Francisco Lopez. The radical oppression of perception was softened by ensuring that the audience was comfortable: during the performance of Opera they lay on the previously prepared sofas. In the tradition of Fluxus experiments on concepts and forms of opera, the effect was paradoxical: a genre that connected music and visuals was performed with radical renouncement of everything that is visual; the form was intentionally placed in the visual practices of the time of the radio and the portable audio cassette player. Consequently, Opera came into being as a radio program, and was also released on tape. Giving up the visuals made it possible to recreate the experience of the performance in private. The instructions stated that the listener should lie down and use a headset. It could be argued that in performing the Audio Directed Personal Theater experiments and Walkman scores, de Ridder “sounded out” the tape recorder’s desire, and in the case of Opera he dealt with the desire of the headset. Yet what do his experiments tell us about the tape itself? The tape was conceived as a compressed, mobile and also cheap medium. From the beginning it had potential for use in mobile devices, leading to the development first of boom boxes, and then portable audio cassette players. The choice of a magnetic tape as the basic information storage device made the tape potentially re-recordable from the beginning, which gave it the potential to cause a change in the relationship between the artist and the consumer. It was no accident that de Ridder’s experiments brought about the development of the Dutch tape underground. On the one hand, he was widely known as a neo-avant-garde freak, encouraging people to participate in various ways, and on the other hand, he was using a medium that possessed the appropriate potential for participation. According to the thing theory this potential is contained in the ontology of the tape—in its sound, might I add. As the tape has a voice, it can also tell stories. In this sense, when we record something, we include the tape in the world of our culture, which provides the materials for its own story. The tape speaks with sounds given to it in the same way we use words and concepts provided by our culture. When we listen to de Ridder’s tape recordings, whose story do we hear? We hear a joint story, the framework of which was established by de Ridder, but is told by the tape, which, in a way, takes possession of the story. What we have here is a situation analogous to that of oral cultures, where the relation between the tradition and the storyteller is similar. What do the de Ridder’s experiments tell us about the tape, then? Only that it is the contemporary Međedović. Benjamin, Walter. Der Erzähler. Betrachtungen zum Werk Nikolai Lesskows, in: Gesammelte Schriften, Vol. II, 2. Frankfurt am Main: Suhrkamp 1977, 438–465. ↩ It was a modified phonograph designed for constant recording of sounds in the field by Sound Specialties Company of Waterbury. The device recorded sounds on aluminum discs; thanks to the scissor-switch, Parry and Lord could record non-stop in times when one disc could hold only few minutes of material. During the several years of research, Parry and Lord used more than 3500 discs. The power supply was a totally different matter; the initial constant voltage of 300 V was provided by an MGU with the use of 6 V automobile battery. Such arrangement was, however, problem-ridden and caused a lot of noise, which posed more and more problems for the researchers. In the end the power supply system was modified after consultation with Bell-Edison in Zagrzeb. See: Lord, Albert B. The Singer of Tales, Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 2000. ↩ Ibid., 55. ↩ See: Bauman, Richard. “Sztuka słowa jako performance.” In Literatura Ustna, edited by Przemysław Czapliński, 202–231. Gdańsk: słowo/obraz terytoria, 2010. ↩ In the early 60s, de Ridder graduated from the Academy of Art and Design in ’s-Hertogenbosch and “left” the world of institutional art, creating a series of objects that referred to the then trend of transcending the image. The crushed linen became the symbolic work of this series, and triggered a series of works called Paper Constellations. See: De Ridder, Willem. “Fluxus Tales.” Accesed February 13, 2020. www.flash—art.com/article/fluxus-tales. Between the 50s and the 60s the term “constellation” referred directly to Eugen Gomringer’s concrete poetry. Other artists connected to Fluxus, mainly Dick Higgins, transplanted this term to experimental music, naming some of the music pieces based on word scores. De Ridder’s “departure” from the visual arts involved entering the more spacious form of verbal creativity). ↩ “Bo lubię wyruszać w nieznane tereny!” Klaudia Rachubińska’s interview with Willem De Ridder. In Narracje – Estetyki – Geografie: Fluxus w trzech aktach, edited by Antoni Michnik & Klaudia Rachubińska. Warszawa: Wydawnictwo Krytyki Politycznej, 2014. Another anecdote related to de Ridder’s early relationship with tapes concerns threats he received from Manson Family members after publishing the first issue of the pornographic magazine GOD. ↩ “Radiola Salon.” Showcase. Accessed February 13, 2020. www.showcase.thebluebus.nl/music/various-projects/radiola-salon. ↩ It is visible in Exart record label founder Hessel Veldman’s statement concerning the first time he heard music of Velthuys, whom he later published in Exart ↩ See: “Bo lubię wyruszać w nieznane tereny!” Klaudia Rachubińska’s interview with Willem De Ridder. ↩ De Ridder’s broadcast of that time, Doodsangst Therapie (Deathly Fear Therapy), was an extension of the then-popular theatrical thrillers on the radio. By provoking strong emotions with narration, de Ridder stimulated the audience to enter the art. The radio-coordinated happenings were the logical consequence of this practice. ↩ According to various sources, between 3000 and 7500 cars participated in this happening. See: “Willem De Ridder ‘De Grote Oto Derby.'” Continuo’s weblog. Accessed February 13, 2020. www.continuo.wordpress.com/2009/10/14/willem-de-ridder-de-grote-oto-derby. ↩ Ong, Walter Jackson. “A Dialectic of Aural and Objective Correlatives.” In The Barbarian Within, and Other Fugitive Essays. New York: The MacMillan Company, 1962. 28. Quoted in La Belle, Brandon. Background Noise: Perspectives On Sound Art. London: Bloomsbury, 2008. 99. ↩ Mitchell, William John Thomas. What do pictures want? The lives and loves of images. Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2005, 26-27. ↩ Ibid., 87. ↩ Olsen, Bjørnar. W obronie rzeczy. Archeologia i ontologia przedmiotów. Warszawa: Instytut Badań Literackich PAN, 2013, 151–152. ↩ Crary, Jonathan. Zawieszenia percepcji. Uwaga, spektakl i kultura nowoczesna. Warszawa: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego, 2009. ↩ Hosokawa, Shuhei. “The Walkman Effect.” Popular Music 4 (1984): 165–180. ↩ See: Borden, Iain. “Another Pavement, Another Beach: Skateboarding and The Performative Critique of The City.”In The Unknown City: Contesting Architecture and Social Space, edited by Iain Borden et al., 186–193. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press, 2000. ↩ Landy, Leigh. What’s the Matter With Today’s Experimental Music? Abingdon: Routlege, 2013, 116. ↩

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Hazrat Ali Ibn Abi Talib, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, holds a special place in the hearts and minds of Muslims in Central Asia. His contributions to Islamic culture continue to shape the region’s religious and social landscape, even centuries after his death. Ali is revered as the fourth caliph by Shi’a Muslims, who believe that he should have succeeded the Prophet Muhammad. His loyal supporters, known as the Shi’a, consider him to be the rightful successor and leader of the Muslim community. Central Asian Islamic culture, with its diverse array of practices and interpretations, has been greatly influenced by Ali’s teachings and example. His emphasis on justice, compassion, and social equality resonates deeply with the people of this region, who often face economic and political challenges. Moreover, Ali’s profound knowledge of Islamic teachings and his commitment to scholarship have left an indelible mark on the intellectual tradition of Central Asia. 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His teachings and spiritual authority continue to guide Shia communities in their religious practices and beliefs. Literature and Poetry: Hazrat Ali was known for his eloquence and wisdom, which found expression in his speeches, sermons, and poetry. His poetry has had a lasting impact on Central Asian literature, with many of his verses being recited and studied as part of the region’s poetic tradition. Philosophy and Ethics: Hazrat Ali is considered a philosophical and ethical authority in Central Asian Islamic culture. His teachings on moral values, justice, and social responsibility continue to shape the ethical frameworks of individuals and communities in the region. Social Justice: Hazrat Ali’s emphasis on social justice and equality resonates with Central Asian societies. His teachings on the fair distribution of wealth and the importance of caring for the less fortunate continue to inspire individuals and communities to work towards a more equitable society. Political and Leadership Principles: Hazrat Ali’s governance principles and leadership values have had a lasting impact on Central Asian political and social systems. His emphasis on consultation, justice, and the welfare of the people remains relevant to contemporary discussions on governance and leadership. Pilgrimage Sites: Central Asian Muslim pilgrims often visit sacred sites associated with Hazrat Ali, such as his tomb in Najaf, Iraq. These pilgrimages deepen the connection between Central Asian Muslims and Hazrat Ali, further strengthening his influence in the region. Art and Architecture: Hazrat Ali’s revered status is reflected in the art and architecture of Central Asia. His images and symbols can be found in mosques, mausoleums, and religious manuscripts, preserving his legacy and continuously reminding the faithful of his significance. In conclusion, Hazrat Ali’s influence in Central Asian Islamic culture is multifaceted and enduring. From spiritual authority to literary inspiration, ethical guidance to political principles, his teachings and ideals continue to shape the beliefs and practices of the people in the region. The Early Life of Hazrat Ali Hazrat Ali, born in 600 AD in Mecca, was the cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad. He played an essential role in the development of early Islamic history and the spread of Islam in Central Asia. Understanding his early life is crucial to comprehending his enduring influence on Central Asian Islamic culture. Ali was born into the noble Banu Hashim clan, a prominent family among the Quraysh tribe. From an early age, he displayed remarkable intelligence and courage, earning him the admiration of his family and community. One significant event in Ali’s early life was his upbringing in the household of Prophet Muhammad. As a young boy, Ali became the Prophet’s ward after his father passed away. This close relationship allowed Ali to witness firsthand the teachings and wisdom of Prophet Muhammad, shaping his values and character. A crucial turning point in Ali’s life occurred when he embraced Islam at the age of ten. He was among the earliest converts to the faith and remained steadfast in his devotion throughout his life. This early commitment demonstrated Ali’s unwavering faith and laid the foundation for his future role within the Islamic community. As Ali grew older, his bravery and loyalty became evident. He fought alongside Prophet Muhammad in several key battles, including the Battle of Badr and the Battle of Uhud. Ali’s exceptional skills as a warrior and his unwavering dedication to Islam earned him the title of “Lion of God” (Asadullah) among his fellow Muslims. Furthermore, Ali’s marriage to Prophet Muhammad’s daughter, Fatimah, further solidified his position within the Islamic community. Their marriage was not only a symbol of their love but also a union that strengthened the bond between their families and the early Muslim community. Overall, the early life of Hazrat Ali was marked by his familial ties, his close relationship with Prophet Muhammad, his early conversion to Islam, and his exceptional bravery. These factors shaped his character, laying the foundation for his enduring influence on Central Asian Islamic culture. Rise to Power and Leadership Hazrat Ali, also known as Ali ibn Abi Talib, rose to power and leadership through a combination of his noble lineage and personal qualities. He was born in the city of Mecca in present-day Saudi Arabia into the Banu Hashim clan of the Quraysh tribe. As a cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad, Ali had a close connection to the early Islamic community. During the early years of Islam, Ali proved himself to be a loyal and courageous supporter of Prophet Muhammad. He participated in several important battles, including the Battle of Badr and the Battle of Uhud, where he displayed exceptional bravery and leadership skills. After the death of Prophet Muhammad in 632 CE, a dispute arose among the Muslim community regarding the succession of leadership. This disagreement eventually led to the split between the Sunni and Shia branches of Islam. Ali, as a fervent follower of Prophet Muhammad and his chosen successor, believed that the leadership should remain within the Prophet’s family. Ali’s rise to power and leadership began when he was finally chosen as the fourth caliph, or leader, of the Islamic community, after the deaths of the previous three caliphs. However, his leadership faced significant challenges and opposition from various factions within the Muslim community. Despite these challenges, Ali’s leadership was marked by his commitment to justice, wisdom, and the principles of Islam. He implemented social reforms, improved the judicial system, and promoted education and knowledge. His leadership also emphasized the importance of piety and moral conduct. Ali’s charisma and personal qualities made him a revered figure among his followers, and his words and actions continue to be a source of inspiration for Muslims in Central Asia and beyond. His enduring influence can be seen in the way Central Asian Islamic culture has preserved and celebrated his legacy through poetry, literature, and art. In conclusion, Hazrat Ali’s rise to power and leadership was a result of his noble lineage, his loyalty to Prophet Muhammad, and his unwavering commitment to the principles of Islam. His leadership left a lasting impact on Central Asian Islamic culture, shaping the region’s religious, social, and literary traditions. Hazrat Ali’s Contributions to Islamic Philosophy and Jurisprudence Hazrat Ali, the fourth caliph of Islam, made significant contributions to Islamic philosophy and jurisprudence. His teachings and insights continue to shape the understanding and practice of Islam in Central Asian countries and beyond. - Hazrat Ali played a crucial role in the development of Islamic philosophy, particularly through his emphasis on knowledge and intellectual inquiry. - He stressed the importance of rational thinking and critical analysis in understanding religious texts and interpreting religious laws. - His philosophical approach influenced various Muslim philosophers and scholars, including those in Central Asia, who further expanded upon his ideas. - Hazrat Ali’s contributions to Islamic jurisprudence, or Islamic law, are highly significant. - He played a key role in the codification and interpretation of Islamic laws, known as Sharia. - His legal rulings, known as fatwas, provided guidance on various legal and ethical issues faced by the Muslim community. - His approach to jurisprudence focused on justice, equity, and the welfare of the community, ensuring that Islamic laws were implemented in a fair and compassionate manner. 3. Hadith and Traditions: - Hazrat Ali’s teachings and sayings, known as Hadith, are considered a valuable source of guidance for Muslims. - He played a pivotal role in the preservation and transmission of the Prophet Muhammad’s teachings and traditions. - His collection of Hadith, known as Nahj al-Balagha, is highly regarded as a comprehensive source of wisdom and guidance. 4. Social Justice and Equality: - Hazrat Ali emphasized the principles of social justice and equality in Islamic society. - He advocated for the fair treatment of all individuals, regardless of their social status or background, and promoted the idea of a just and equitable society. - His teachings continue to inspire Muslims in Central Asia to strive for social justice and equality. |Philosophy||Emphasis on knowledge and rational thinking| |Jurisprudence||Role in codification of Islamic laws and issuance of fatwas| |Hadith and Traditions||Preservation and transmission of the Prophet Muhammad’s teachings| |Social Justice and Equality||Advocacy for social justice and equality in Islamic society| Hazrat Ali’s Role in the Battle of Karbala The Battle of Karbala, which took place in 680 AD, is a significant event in Islamic history. Hazrat Ali, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, played a crucial role in this battle, although he had already passed away ten years before the event occurred. Hazrat Ali’s influence in the Battle of Karbala stems from his son, Imam Hussain, who was a prominent figure among the Muslims at the time. Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, led a group of his supporters against the Umayyad Caliphate led by Yazid I. Prior to the battle, Imam Hussain received letters from the people of Kufa, a city in present-day Iraq, inviting him to lead a revolt against the Umayyads. Imam Hussain, with the guidance and teachings of his father, Hazrat Ali, decided to answer the call and head towards Kufa. Although Hazrat Ali was not physically present in the Battle of Karbala, his teachings and principles were deeply ingrained in the mindset of Imam Hussain and his followers. Hazrat Ali emphasized justice, truth, and righteousness, values that Imam Hussain carried with him during his struggle against the oppressive rule of Yazid I. Imam Hussain’s decision to confront the Umayyad forces despite overwhelming odds was influenced by the teachings and examples set by Hazrat Ali. Just as Hazrat Ali had stood up against tyrannical rulers and sought justice, Imam Hussain followed in his father’s footsteps. During the Battle of Karbala, Imam Hussain and his small group of followers, including his family members, fought bravely against the much larger Umayyad army. Despite knowing the inevitable outcome, Imam Hussain remained steadfast in his commitment to upholding the values of Hazrat Ali. Tragically, Imam Hussain, along with many of his close companions, including his half-brother Hazrat Abbas, were martyred in the battle. However, their sacrifice and unwavering determination became a symbol of resistance and a reminder of Hazrat Ali’s teachings for generations to come. Today, the Battle of Karbala and the role of Hazrat Ali and Imam Hussain are commemorated by Shia Muslims worldwide during the month of Muharram. The events of Karbala serve as a reminder of the importance of seeking justice, fighting oppression, and following the example set by Hazrat Ali and Imam Hussain in upholding the principles of Islam. Hazrat Ali’s Legacy in Central Asian Art and Architecture The enduring influence of Hazrat Ali, the fourth caliph of Islam, can be seen in various forms of art and architecture throughout Central Asia. His legacy has had a profound impact on the region, shaping its cultural identity and religious practices. One of the most notable examples of Hazrat Ali’s influence in Central Asian art is found in the numerous paintings and calligraphic works that depict his image and teachings. These artworks often feature intricate designs and vibrant colors, highlighting the importance and respect given to Hazrat Ali in the region. His portrayal in these artistic expressions serves as a reminder of his significant role in Islamic history and his leadership in the early days of the faith. Furthermore, Hazrat Ali’s legacy can be observed in the architectural marvels of Central Asia. Many mosques, mausoleums, and Islamic religious complexes have been constructed in his honor and bear his name. These structures are often adorned with intricate tile work, elaborate carvings, and inscriptions of his quotes and teachings. They serve not only as places of worship but also as reminders of Hazrat Ali’s wisdom, courage, and commitment to justice. The impact of Hazrat Ali’s teachings and character can also be seen in the behavior and beliefs of the Central Asian people. His emphasis on social justice, compassion, and knowledge continues to shape the values and traditions of the region. Many Central Asians look up to Hazrat Ali as a role model and draw inspiration from his teachings in their daily lives. In addition to art and architecture, Hazrat Ali’s legacy is also reflected in the literature and poetry of Central Asia. His wisdom and words of guidance have been immortalized in the works of renowned Central Asian poets, such as Rudaki, Rumi, and Hafez. These literary creations not only celebrate Hazrat Ali’s character but also provide spiritual and moral guidance to the readers. In conclusion, Hazrat Ali’s enduring influence on Central Asian art and architecture is evident in the depiction of his image, the construction of mosques and mausoleums in his honor, and the incorporation of his teachings into literature and poetry. His legacy continues to shape the cultural identity and religious practices of the region, ensuring that his impact will be felt for generations to come. Devotion to Hazrat Ali in Central Asian Sufi Orders Hazrat Ali, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims worldwide. In Central Asia, this devotion to Hazrat Ali is particularly strong, deeply rooted in the region’s Islamic culture and history. Sufi orders, in particular, have played a significant role in spreading and upholding this devotion. Sufi orders, or tariqahs, are spiritual fraternities within Islam that emphasize personal experience and inner transformation. They follow a specific spiritual path guided by a master or shaikh, who is considered to be a direct descendant of Hazrat Ali and is believed to possess a heightened level of spiritual insight. The devotion to Hazrat Ali within Central Asian Sufi orders is manifested through various practices and rituals. One of the most common practices is the performance of zikr, or remembrance of God, which often includes the repetition of Ali’s name as a way to seek spiritual closeness to him and his teachings. Furthermore, Central Asian Sufi orders frequently incorporate elements of Hazrat Ali’s life and teachings in their spiritual gatherings and ceremonies. This can include recitations of his poetry, teachings, and stories of his bravery and exemplary character. The love and reverence for Hazrat Ali within Central Asian Sufi orders also extends to the physical realm. Many Sufi khanqahs, or monasteries, in the region have dedicated spaces or shrines specifically built in honor of Hazrat Ali. These spaces serve as places for contemplation, prayer, and seeking blessings. Beyond the rituals and physical manifestations, devotion to Hazrat Ali in Central Asian Sufi orders is deeply intertwined with the spiritual and philosophical teachings of these orders. Hazrat Ali’s emphasis on justice, morality, and love is often echoed in the teachings of Sufi masters, and his example serves as a source of inspiration for seekers on the path of spiritual awakening. In conclusion, devotion to Hazrat Ali within Central Asian Sufi orders is a core aspect of the region’s Islamic culture. Through practices, rituals, and teachings, Sufi orders in Central Asia have kept alive the enduring influence of Hazrat Ali and continue to inspire spiritual seekers in their quest for a deeper connection with the divine. The Importance of Hazrat Ali in Central Asian Literature and Poetry Hazrat Ali, the fourth Caliph of Islam and the son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad, holds a significant place in Central Asian literature and poetry. His spirituality, wisdom, and bravery have inspired numerous poets and writers throughout history, shaping the cultural and intellectual landscape of the region. Central Asian poets have celebrated Hazrat Ali’s virtues through various literary forms, such as ghazals, qasidas, and rubais. His name and teachings are often invoked in these works, serving as a source of guidance and inspiration. - Love and Devotion: Hazrat Ali’s relationship with Prophet Muhammad and his devoutness in Islam are recurring themes in Central Asian poetry. Poets express their love and devotion to Hazrat Ali, considering him a role model for their spiritual journey. His virtuous qualities, such as justice, generosity, and piety, become elements of admiration and aspiration within their verses. - Philosophical Wisdom: Hazrat Ali’s profound wisdom and philosophical insights have greatly influenced Central Asian thinkers and writers. His aphorisms and sayings, known as “Nahj al-Balagha,” have been extensively studied and incorporated into literary works. These teachings cover various aspects of life, including ethics, governance, and spirituality, providing a rich source of contemplation and reflection for poets and intellectuals. - Resistance and Courage: Hazrat Ali’s unwavering courage and resistance against oppression are celebrated in Central Asian poetry. Poets draw parallels between Hazrat Ali’s struggles and the socio-political challenges faced by their own communities. His bravery and steadfastness serve as an inspiration to stand up against injustice and fight for the preservation of one’s values. |Mir Alisher Navoi||Uzbekistan||“Khosrow and Shirin”| |Maulana Jalaluddin Rumi||Turkic-speaking regions||“Mathnawi”| |Nizami Ganjavi||Azerbaijan||“Layla and Majnun”, “The Treasury of Mysteries”| In addition to poetry, Hazrat Ali’s influence can be seen in other forms of Central Asian literature, such as historical accounts, biographies, and religious treatises. His contributions to Islamic thought and his role in shaping the early Muslim community continue to inspire writers and intellectuals in Central Asia. Overall, Hazrat Ali’s importance in Central Asian literature and poetry cannot be overstated. His exemplary character, teachings, and legacy have left an indelible mark on the cultural and intellectual heritage of the region. Modern Commemoration and Reverence for Hazrat Ali in Central Asia In Central Asia, the legacy of Hazrat Ali continues to be commemorated and revered by the Islamic communities. Various traditions and practices have emerged over the centuries to honor his teachings and values. Annual Festivals: Many cities and towns in Central Asia celebrate annual festivals dedicated to Hazrat Ali, where people gather to pay homage to his life and teachings. These festivals often include religious ceremonies, recitation of poetry, and storytelling sessions that highlight the important events and lessons from Hazrat Ali’s life. Mausoleums and Shrines: The region is dotted with mausoleums and shrines dedicated to Hazrat Ali, which attract both local and international visitors. These sacred sites serve as places of pilgrimage for Muslims who seek spiritual solace and wish to pay their respects to the revered figure. The mausoleum of Hazrat Ali in Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan, is particularly renowned for its majestic architecture and serves as a major pilgrimage site. Devotional Practices: Central Asian Muslims also engage in various devotional practices to honor Hazrat Ali. This may include reciting his supplications and prayers, participating in communal prayers, and observing fasts on significant dates associated with his life, such as the anniversary of his birth or martyrdom. Art and Literature: Hazrat Ali’s influence can be seen in Central Asian art and literature, where his life and teachings are often depicted in paintings, manuscripts, and poetry. These artistic expressions not only serve as a means of preserving his legacy but also act as a source of inspiration for believers. |Festivals||Mausoleums and Shrines||Devotional Practices||Art and Literature| The enduring influence of Hazrat Ali in Central Asian Islamic culture is evident in the continued commemoration and reverence for his teachings. Whether through annual festivals, pilgrimage to mausoleums and shrines, devotional practices, or artistic expressions, Hazrat Ali’s legacy remains an integral part of the region’s cultural and religious identity. Who was Hazrat Ali and what was his influence in Central Asian Islamic culture? Hazrat Ali was the cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad, and he played a crucial role in the early years of Islam. In Central Asian Islamic culture, Hazrat Ali is considered as one of the most important figures and is seen as a symbol of piety, justice, and wisdom. His teachings and example have had a lasting influence on the religious and cultural practices of Central Asian Muslims. What are some of the key teachings and principles of Hazrat Ali that are still influential in Central Asian Islamic culture today? Hazrat Ali emphasized the importance of justice, compassion, and knowledge. He taught about the equal value and dignity of all individuals, regardless of their social status or ethnicity. His teachings also highlight the need for self-reflection, self-control, and self-improvement. These principles continue to be valued and incorporated in various aspects of Central Asian Islamic culture, such as education, governance, and social interactions. How has Hazrat Ali been commemorated in Central Asian Islamic culture? Hazrat Ali is commemorated in Central Asian Islamic culture through various means. One common way is through the recitation of poetry and religious hymns praising his virtues and teachings. Special gatherings and ceremonies are organized where scholars and religious leaders discuss his life and legacy. In addition, many mosques, shrines, and mausoleums have been dedicated to his honor throughout Central Asia. What is the significance of Hazrat Ali’s influence in Central Asian Islamic culture today? Hazrat Ali’s influence in Central Asian Islamic culture serves as a reminder of the importance of moral and ethical behavior, justice, and equality. His teachings continue to inspire Muslims in Central Asia to strive for a more just and compassionate society. His example as a leader and his emphasis on knowledge and education are particularly relevant in the context of modern Central Asia, where the region is striving for development and progress.

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These speech topics include a wide range of topics, including pop culture, ancient history, and language. - How to study a different culture while on vacation - The significance of organizational culture - How to create a culture that is favorable at work - How social media links people and advances civilization - The world’s oldest civilizations modern vs. traditional gender roles - How gender equality has changed business leadership - The risks of a culture of bustle - Self-esteem and social media culture - How movies may be used to learn - The emergence of podcasts and their place in contemporary culture - The many methods used in various civilizations to nurture children - The importance of gender roles in culture - Death and dying’s cultural importance Medical Informative Speech Topics Understanding the intricacies of medical science may be both eye-opening and profound. Below is a list of topics for informative speeches that highlight many parts of medical innovation and knowledge, including: - The development of vaccinations and their effect on health generally - The value of mental health and various approaches to managing it - Future of medicine and how technology is influencing it - The moral dilemmas in medicine, like assisted suicide and euthanasia - Drug misuse risks and how to open a fresh window - The significance of organ donation and instructions on how to donate - The many forms of complementary medicine and their efficacy - Research on Alzheimer’s disease: Challenges and progress - The Science and art of Medical illustration communicating complicated ideas - Artificial intelligence’s effect on medical condition diagnosis - From X-rays to MRIs and beyond: The complexities of medical imaging - Enhancing lives at the crossroads of Biotechnology and artificial organs Public Speaking Informative Speech Topics The following are public speaking informative speech topics students can write about: - The significance of nonverbal cues in public speaking - The evolution of public speaking - The various forms of public speaking - The science of persuasion - The psychology of Public speaking - The different methods for overcoming fear of public speaking - The various speech delivery methods - The value of experience in public speaking - How to respond confidently to audience questions during Q&A sessions - Body language’s effect on persuasion and credibility - Engaging audiences through powerful narratives: The art of storytelling - Cultural awareness’ effect on intercultural communication Informative Speech Topics About Music Music has a fantastic capacity to elicit emotions, tell tales, and influence cultures. Here is a list of speech topics covering a range of musical styles, influences, and histories: - From the origins to the modern variations in Jazz - The impact of Hip-Hop culture on identity and society - Keeping culture alive through melody and verse - The effect of streaming music on the music business and artists - The effects of music education on learning and cognitive development - The effects of music on human emotions and psychological health - The use of music for social change activism and protest songs - How american culture has been influenced by hip-hop music - The development of rap and hip-hop - Southern blues music is where rock n’ roll first emerged. - The development of opera - The top dance music, electronic - Reggae music’s Influence - How punk rock first emerged Informative Speech Topics About History Consider providing a distinct or obscure viewpoint on historical events for an engaging speech. Make your points using historical accounts and museum items. Below are history speech topics students can use: - Impact of the industrial revolution on society and the economy - Understanding the causes, events, and effects of the French Revolution - Getting a grip on the waters of discovery in the age of exploration - Understanding the world power during the cold war conflict and its repercussions - The great depression: Examining its causes and consequences - Recessions and financial panics throughout history - The time of prohibition - What created a culture of consumerism? - The War in Vietnam - The gold rush in California - Pocahontas’s real story unknown historical details about Mexico - Chinese society and modern identity after the cultural revolution - Following the trail of the American Revolution toward Independence and Nationhood - Managing the edge of a nuclear disaster Do you want to dive into the dynamic field of human resource? Gudwriter through its team of experts has assembled an article highlighting the best HR research topics that will give you compelling research ideas. How do you Choose a Suitable Informative Speech Topic? Making the correct topic selection for an informative speech is essential to giving a compelling and memorable presentation. Choosing a topic that connects with your interests and fascinates your audience can make all the difference. Before selecting a topic, make sure your following speech concept is: - Authentically interesting – Talking about something you do not find interesting is pointless. Pick a subject or concept you genuinely care about for a genuine and passionate presentation. - Relevant to your audience – You could speak to yourself if you do not know your target. You should be aware of the degree of knowledge of your audience and the material that will be useful or entertaining to them - Easy to research – Exploring obscure issues can be intriguing and challenging. Pick a subject with a wealth of literature or online resources. Use reliable sources, and where necessary, cite them. - The proper length – The duration you have to speak ultimately determines how in-depth and detailed your speech will be. Choose a topic that you can fully explain in the provided time. - Relevance and significance – Pick a subject that has historical or contemporary significance. Maintaining audience interest and demonstrating the practical applicability of your selected topic will come from addressing current trends, challenges, or timeless ideas. Thanks to a well-structured, well-researched topic, your presentation becomes an educational journey with an in-depth comprehension of the world’s complexities. It is essential to carefully evaluate your interests, audience preferences, the topic’s relevancy, and the resources available while choosing an informative speech topic. You can ensure that your chosen topic aligns with your area of expertise, interests your audience, and has a significant impact by following the steps in this manual. Remember that a wise topic selection is the cornerstone of an effective informative speech that will inspire and interest your audience and educate them.

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TOPIC 5: WRITING USING APPROPRIATE LANGUAGE, CONTENT AND STYLE. Writing Narrative Compositions/Essays Composition refers to a piece of writing on a particular topic, event or person. It can be expository, narrative, argumentative or descriptive compositions. Composition can be written at collage, school, and university as a part of studies or assignment given on a particular course. In writing composition a student is supposed to generate his/her own ideas and use them to narrate, describe, explain, argue, or persuade a certain thing or event. Composition involves writing essays, letter, poems, stories, debates, speeches, dialogue, which involves a collection of ideas that are organised a good manner / pattern on a given topic or subject. Things to Consider when Writing a Composition Title: Start with the title, the title should be written in capital letters. The title should be underlined if hand written and bold if type. The title should relate with the topic or subject given. Think of the number of words if it is given. Put your ideas in small but detailed paragraphs. Revise and edit your work carefully. Divide your essay into three parts namely: Introduction which relates to the title i.e. defines, explains the key words from the title. Main body: This is the main part of the composition. Discuss your ideas in point in relation to the topic or subject given, planned. The main ideas should precede the minor ideas. Consider the logical arrangement of your ideas and points. Conclusion:Under this part, you may give suggestions, views, opinions on the topic discussed. It should reflect the whole content discussed in your essay. There are various Types of Composition, namely: - Narrative composition/ essay. - Descriptive composition/essay. - Argumentative / persuasive composition/ essay. 1. NARRATIVE COMPOSITION/ESSAY These are essays that account or give stories of events. The stories may be personal, fiction or non-fictional, historical stories or events. Personal autobiographical stories focus on the author’s or writers own life and historical stories reliy on past events / happenings. Non –fiction stories are based on truth or true events but fictional stories depend on imagination and use of figurative language to produce a story according to the writer or author. Narrative essay involve telling a story about someone or something you probably do every day in a normal conversation. You may preset and narrate or tell your experience on a piece of paper. Imagine you are exploring a deserted house at night when you are surprised and captured by a member of a gang of thieves who have made the place their headquarters. You succeed in escaping from the villain. Write a narrative story in no less than 300 words to explain what happened. HOW KIBONGE WAS HUNTED BY TWO WOLVES The next morning, when I went down to the river to fill my can, I was horrified to see a dog’s tracks that were bigger than my fist. I turned back to my tent, made my breakfast, packed up and get started. But just as I was leaving I saw two cars over a bush; it was a wolf all right. The brute shrank down out of sight as I looked, but when I moved on it followed me, keeping under cover, and presently I found that there were two of them walking and hunting together. Every now and then one of them showed itself in the open and I had a shot at it, but they were quick you’d think they saw the flash and dodged the bullet – and I never touched them once. After I had several shots at them I happen to look at my belt, and I’d only one to more left. I would come but with a heavy pack, and had cut down my ammunition to six or eight rounds to same weight.’ No more shooting, Kibonge. ”I said you keep the rounds for yourself’’ if they got me, I tell you I wasn’t going to turn into pieces alive. As I went on without firing, the wolves gradually realised that there was no danger and they got more and more cheeky, keeping closer and closer to me and calling to one another to check up on my movements. I had to use up one of my two last shots on them. They followed the raft down along the sands, but eventually it drifted to the other side of the river, and I got away. Of course the Indians said it was my own fault for going out alone. 1. Write an account of result of a recent family dispute that you know about. 2. Express the meaning of these phrases in your own words a) Out and out b) Cut down my ammunition to six or eight rounds c) Pushing off d) Form to pieces alive 3. Write a story called ‘’Lost in the desert’’ (about 250 words) 4. Write a 300 words composition carefully paragraphed, on the subject ‘’the best years of my life’’. 5. How far is it true, do you think that schooldays are the happiest ones of our life? (write in 250 words) 2. EXPOSITORY COMPOSITIONS/ESSAYS Expository essays are essays that explain something with facts, as opposed to opinion. They may describe how to do something, analyse events, ideas, objects, or written works. They must contain an introductory paragraph, body paragraphs and a conclusion. The introductory paragraph may contain the thesis statement or topic sentence that introduces the theme of an essay. Expository essays are most written by college, school or university students during their test and examinations. They need response to questions that asks the writer to explain or expose a specific issue basing on a given topic or subject or describe a process. Characteristics of an Expository Essay 1. It focuses on the main topic. 2. It needs logical supporting facts details, explanations and examples. 3. It needs strong organisation. 5. Unity and coherence of ideas. Expository essay includes writing letters, definitions, reports and research, instructions, newspaper articles, magazine articles, etc. Steps to Writing an Expository Essay 1. Select a topic – it should not be wide so as to make you manage to describe it.( it should be a narrow enough topic). 2. Provide an introduction paragraph. It should state the thesis of the essay. 3. Think how to develop your essay. E.g. definition, listing, and explaining, classifying, process analysis, etc. 4. Think of organisation of the essay. Provide topic sentence for each body paragraph that relates to the thesis sentence; make few suggestions related to the essay. e.g. in conclusion………, all in all……. It is now in position to say that………, etc. FACTS ABOUT THE LOCUST MENACE In spite of what has recently done to combat the threat of the locust, they remain a menace to entire food supply of a quarter of the world. One trouble of them is they breed, the more they eat; and the more they eat the more they breed. A breeding area may have up to five thousand eggs to the square yard. And a breeding area may cover up to two hundred thousand acres. A large swarm, migrating from one of these breeding grounds, may number up to five hundred million and be capable of destroying an area of two hundred square miles. The locusts are a menace to plants therefore effective steps should be taken to destroy their breeding places. 1. Write an expository essay on the causes of HIV. 2. Write down the duties and uses of the police force.(about 200 words). 3. Write an essay on the causes of soil erosion (250 words). 4. In many African countries there is the plight of children employed in mines. Write an expository essay about the problem in about 300 words. 5. Write an essay on “The power of water” (250 words). 3. DESCRIPTIVE COMPOSITION/ESSAYS Descriptive essays are concerned with describing objects, experience or ideas. The word descriptive comes from the verb ‘to describe'. In order to get started on your descriptive essay, it is important to identify exactly what you want to describe. This form relies on creative writing. Descriptive composition requires the writer to express, to portray, show clearly and vividly something which one can touch, smell, hear, feel or think to the reader. It involves giving a detailed description about a topic, person, something, place or an incident. A GERMAN SAUSAGE ‘If you never try a new thing, how can you tell what it’s like? Think of a man who first tried German sausage! It was a great success, that Irish stew I don’t think I never enjoyed a meal more, there was something so fresh and piquant about it. One’s palate gets so tired of the old things; here was a dish with a new flavour with a taste like nothing else on earth. And it was nourishing too. As George said, there was good stuff in it, peas and potatoes might have been a bit softer, but we all had good teeth, so that did not matter much, and as for gravy, it was like a poem, a little too rich, perhaps, for a week stomach, but nutritious. We finished up with tea and cherry tart. Montmorency had a fight with the kettle during tea time and come off a poor second. 1. Write carefully paragraphed composition of about 300 words on “trees” 2. Write a 300 word essay on “People I Envy” 3. Write a 250 word essay composition titled “Things I like Doing” 4. Write a composition on “The kind of boy or girl that I liked at school” (250 words) 4. ARGUMENTATIVE COMPOSITION/ESSAY Argumentative essays are written to present on opinions which either favours or disagrees with a controversial topic. The writer must prove his/her view point by supporting it with convincing facts and evidences from reliable sources. The function of argumentative essays is to show that your assertion (theory, opinion, and hypothesis) about some phenomena is correct or more truthful than other's. Argumentative writing is an act of forming reason, making inductions, giving supporting examples, drawing conclusions and applying them to the case of discussions. It also involves a clear explanation of the process of reasoning from the known or assumed to the unknown and without doing this you do not have argument; you have only an opinion or theory. It is used to convince the readers to believe in the opinion of the writer /author of a particular material. It aims at arguing ,convincing , motivating or persuading the reader to accept ,change and take the required action or step on something, a topic or subject that might affect the society in one way another . Example; political written speeches, on the uses of a certain traditional medicine to treat HIV or Malaria patients which needs convincing power with clear arguments/reasons. Argumentative composition involves the use of contrastive words such as whereas, although, on the other hand, yet, however, nevertheless, despite, but, meanwhile, etc. CORRUPTION IS RAMPANT Corruption is a most problem in African countries. On the other hand, it is one of the causes of poverty to the majority citizen in most African countries. Although people are always struggling to combat poverty but their economy is hampered by corruption which denies them basic rights such as the right to employment. On the contrary, the economy of the most African countries is in the hand of the few minorities whereas the majority is suffering from bad conditions. Consequently, children retard due to malnutrition caused by lack of a balance diet. However, African countries have many minerals and forests, but these resources are not fully utilised as are result of poor investment caused by corruption. Furthermore, corruption has caused lack of proper transport facilities such as roads, which is one of the factor for speeding up development and in fact, many roads are not all weather, meanwhile, they are used during dry seasons only. Therefore, these are the consequences of corruption in most African countries. 1. Write on argumentative composition on forums of child labor. (about 250 words) 2. Using the following contrasting conjunctions: while…, conversely, notwithstanding, despite, whereas, and although. Write a composition on the importance of a new constitution in Tanzania .(300 words) 3. Argue for the subject “Animals, friends, and enemies of man”. (300 words) Creative writing refers to an art which involves writing fiction or non-fiction stories with the figurative use of language. It depends on a person’s masterly of a particular language and can be inform of a novel or short stories, poem, and memories in our life. It involves creating the environment or scene, plot, style, character, and proper, language, to use in your story. How to Write Creatively 1. Think on topic of your story. 2. List down the general ideas to be included in your story. 3. Think of the style and vocabulary which will complete your work. 4. Plan the characters in your story. 5. Consider the setting i.e. environment that will be reflected in your story. 1. Write a short story titled “a misfortune woman”(500 words). 2. Write a five stanza poem titled “A village woman” A speech refers to a vocalised form of human communication. It may also denote a formal presentation on a given topic or subject. A speech may also refer to a formal faculty or act of speaking, expressing or describing thoughts, feelings or perceptions through the articulation of words. Speech is written first before presenting. Normally, speech can be presented during seminar, graduation, workshop, political campaigns, report, project presentations, religious speeches, meetings, public meeting, ceremonies and functions. How to Write a Speech 1. Think on the purpose of the speech- why do you want to prepare a speech? 2. Think on the context and audience whom do you want to write a speech. 3. Plan for the heading/ title of your speech. The title/heading should be taken from the topic or subject given. It should relate with the event that takes place and requires a speech. 4. The title/heading should be very brief, clear and readable. It should be direct to the event/function that takes place. 5. Make a good introduction, starting with, greeting from the superior/guest of honor to the least people. Honorable Guest of Honor,…,Your Excellency……,Secretary General…..Mr. president….., the highness…….., the majority……., etc. It will depend with the title/position of the guest of honor during the event. 6. After introduction/greeting, clarify a little bit about the event, clarify the function taking place. 7. The main body – concentrate on ideas as conveyed in the question/topic given, put each idea in a new paragraph giving examples and evidences. Observe a logical arrangement of ideas with good grammar. 8. If you have a guest of honour, address your speech to him/her, but if there is no a guest of honour and your speaking to general audience use the words’’ ladies and gentleman “in every beginning of a new idea. 9. Use appropriate vocabulary.. Do not use contractions example; I’ll, I don’t, we’ve, I’ve, etc. Use link words/connectors such as besides, finally, moreover, despite, on top of that, etc. 10. Give your own suggestion / view opinions on what you have discussed in your speech. 1. You are given a chance to address the people on the topic ‘Environmental Conservation’ 2. Write a speech of not more than 250 words. 3. Organise words in a logical order. 4. Revise and edit your speech. |Writing a speech| Delivering a Speech Delivering a speech requires some things to take into consideration to make your argument more effective and interesting. The following are some of these things: 1. Stand upright or in the place where you can be seen by all the audience. 2. Look all side so as to hold your audience. 3. Allow eye contact with the audience, a glance to your speech is enough. 4. Avoid repetition, speak moderately, enrich your speech by using proverbs, idioms to make it more colourful (but this will depend with the audience) 5. If you feel nervous in front of the audience, take a deep breath and put your legs apart and wait for several minutes before continuing. 6. Observe the time duration so that your speech could not bore the audience. 7. Avoid using offensive and aggressive language/comments that are embarrassing to the listener/ audience. Imagine you’re the one of the political leaders campaigning for votes in an election. Prepare a speech to give to voters. Use this point; 1. Increase in wages 2. Increase crop prices 3. Lower taxes 4. Spend more on education 5. Unite the people 6. Improvement of transport and communication. 7. Building of more schools and laboratories. |Delivering a speech| WRITING CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) Curriculum vitae is a document that lists a person's education qualifications, work experience and interests. A curriculum vitae (CV) sometimes is required as an attachment application letters as an advertisement for your skills. Your personal information should keep changing in order to suit with each new job application. The Americans call as CV ‘resume” while the British calls it Curriculum vitae (CV). There are three (3) basic types of CV namely: 1. Chronological CV –put emphasis on historical development on your career / professional. 2. Functional CV—emphasis on skills and capabilities, 3. Combine both functional and chronological styles (CV). A Sample of a CV PERSONAL INFORMATION/ DATA: FIRST NAME: LAMECK MIDDLE NAME: SAMWEL DATE OF BIRTH: September 24, 1988 MARITAL STATUS: SINGLE HOME ADDREES: P.O.BOX 4292, DAR ES SALAAM PRESENT ADDRESS: P.O.BOX, 1923, DAR ES SALAAM TEL. NUMBER: 0719 55171/0763 24543 UNIVERSITY OF DODOMA CHANG’OMBE HIGH SCHOOL ADVANCED LEVEL CERTIFICATE TIRAV SECONDARY SCHOOL ORDINARY LEVEL CERTIFICATES SOMBA PRIMARY SCHOOL PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION/ WORKING EXPERIENCE: 2013-2014 - Tutorial Assistant – University of Dodoma 2014-2015 - Teacher at Green Acre Secondary School 2011-2013 - Teaching Practice at Ohio High School 2010 – Training on Computer Literacy- Certificate. 2015 - Part time Lecturer at Edinburgh University PERSONAL INTEREST /HOBBIES: Sports and games Kiswahili – excellent English – very good EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Doing body exercise Mr. Faustine Masath Faculty of Education Dar Es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE) P. O. Box 2329 Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. Mobile: 0714 66206 Mr. Godwin Nnko Faculty of Education Dar Es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE) Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. Mobile: 0717 21207 Mr. Samson Martin Amani Primary School Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. Mobile: 0754 76632 Imagine you want to secure a job at Maven Tea Producers Company, write a CV which should beattached with your letter.

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As a parent myself, I’ve always been fascinated by the science behind how parents shape their child’s development. It’s incredible to think about the profound impact we have on their growth and future. From genetics to attachment, parenting styles to education, our influence is far-reaching. In this article, we’ll explore the research and evidence that highlights the ways in which parents affect their child’s cognitive, moral, and academic development. So, let’s dive into the fascinating world of parental influence and discover the science behind it all. - Genetics and environment both play a significant role in child development, with genetics influencing growth, behavior, and cognitive abilities, and environmental factors such as culture and parenting shaping a child’s worldview and social interactions. - Parental bonding and attachment directly impact a child’s emotional well-being and development, with strong attachment enhancing emotional regulation skills, self-esteem, and social skills, while insecure attachment can have negative effects on anxiety, relationships, academic performance, and risky behaviors. - Different parenting styles have varying effects on a child’s behavior and emotional well-being, with authoritative parenting being the most beneficial, while authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful parenting styles can have negative consequences. Strict discipline can lead to higher levels of anxiety, depression, and aggression, while positive reinforcement techniques are effective in promoting desirable behaviors. - Education plays a significant role in shaping a child’s cognitive abilities and academic performance, with the quality of education and parental involvement both impacting a child’s success. Socioeconomic status also influences a child’s access to educational resources, and active parental involvement enhances motivation, engagement, and teacher-student relationships. The Role of Genetics in Child Development Genetics plays a significant role in a child’s development. Research has shown that genetic factors can have a profound impact on various aspects of a child’s growth and behavior. While it is widely accepted that both genetics and environment contribute to a child’s development, studies have consistently shown that genetics exert a strong influence on a child’s cognitive abilities, personality traits, and even physical characteristics. The role of environment in child development cannot be overlooked. Environmental factors, such as the quality of education, socioeconomic status, and access to healthcare, can shape a child’s development. However, it has been found that genetics play a significant role in a child’s development as well. Moreover, the influence of cultural factors on child development is another important aspect to consider. Cultural values, beliefs, and practices can shape a child’s worldview, social interactions, and overall development. For example, in collectivist cultures, where communal values are emphasized, children may develop stronger interdependent identities compared to individualistic cultures. Transitioning to the subsequent section about the impact of parental bonding on child development, it is important to note that while genetics play a significant role, the environment and the quality of the parent-child relationship are equally crucial factors in shaping a child’s development. The Impact of Parental Bonding on Child Development The way parents bond with their children directly influences their overall growth and well-being. Parental bonding plays a crucial role in shaping a child’s emotional well-being and development. Research has shown that strong parental attachment has numerous positive effects on a child’s life. Here are three key ways in which parental bonding impacts a child’s development: Enhanced emotional regulation: When parents establish a secure and nurturing bond with their child, it helps the child develop effective emotional regulation skills. This means they are better equipped to understand and manage their emotions, leading to improved mental health outcomes later in life. Increased self-esteem: Parental bonding provides a secure base for children to explore the world and develop a positive sense of self. When children feel supported and loved by their parents, they are more likely to have higher self-esteem and confidence in their abilities. Improved social skills: Children who experience strong parental bonding tend to have better social skills and relationships. They learn important social cues and empathy through their interactions with their parents, which helps them navigate social situations and form healthy connections with others. Understanding the impact of parental bonding on child development is crucial as it sets the stage for subsequent sections on how parental attachment influences various aspects of a child’s growth and well-being. How Parental Attachment Influences Child Development Understanding how parental attachment influences a child’s growth and well-being is essential for comprehending the impact of this bond on their development. Research has consistently shown that a secure parental attachment is crucial for promoting healthy child development and overall well-being. Parental attachment refers to the emotional bond that develops between a child and their primary caregiver, usually the mother or father. This bond is formed through consistent and sensitive caregiving, which helps the child feel safe, loved, and supported. A strong parental attachment has numerous benefits for a child’s well-being. It provides a secure base from which the child can explore the world, giving them the confidence to take risks and develop new skills. It also fosters the development of healthy social and emotional skills, as children with a secure attachment tend to have better self-esteem, empathy, and the ability to form positive relationships. Additionally, research has shown that children with a secure attachment are more likely to have better cognitive development, including improved language skills and academic performance. To further understand the impact of parental attachment on child development, let’s consider the following table: |Positive Effects of Parental Attachment on Child Development||Negative Effects of Insecure Parental Attachment on Child Development| |1. Enhanced social and emotional development||1. Increased risk of anxiety and depression| |2. Improved cognitive development||2. Difficulties forming and maintaining relationships| |3. Better self-esteem and confidence||3. Poor academic performance| |4. Stronger resilience and coping skills||4. Higher likelihood of engaging in risky behaviors| As shown in the table, a secure parental attachment has a wide range of positive effects on a child’s development, including improved social and emotional skills, cognitive development, self-esteem, and resilience. On the other hand, an insecure attachment can have negative consequences, such as an increased risk of anxiety, difficulties forming relationships, poor academic performance, and engaging in risky behaviors. Transitioning into the subsequent section about the effects of parenting styles on child development, it is important to consider how different parenting styles can influence the formation of a secure attachment and impact a child’s overall development. The Effects of Parenting Styles on Child Development Different parenting styles can significantly influence a child’s growth and development. Research has shown that parenting styles have a direct impact on a child’s behavior and overall well-being. There are four main parenting styles: authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful. Each style is characterized by different levels of control, warmth, and expectations. Authoritative parenting, which combines high levels of both control and warmth, has been found to be the most beneficial for a child’s development. Children raised by authoritative parents tend to exhibit higher levels of self-esteem, better social skills, and lower levels of problem behavior compared to those raised under other parenting styles. On the other hand, authoritarian parenting, characterized by high levels of control and low levels of warmth, is associated with negative outcomes in child behavior. These children often display higher levels of aggression, lower self-esteem, and poorer social skills. Permissive parenting, characterized by low levels of control and high levels of warmth, can lead to children who struggle with impulse control, have difficulty following rules, and exhibit higher levels of problem behavior. Neglectful parenting, characterized by low levels of both control and warmth, has been linked to a range of negative outcomes in child behavior, including higher levels of aggression, delinquency, and lower academic achievement. Understanding the impact of different parenting styles on child behavior is crucial for parents and professionals working with children. By providing appropriate guidance and support, parents can enhance their children’s development and well-being. As we explore the influence of parenting on child development further, it is important to consider the impact of parenting styles on cognitive development. Parental Influence on Cognitive Development As we delve into parental influence on cognitive development, it’s crucial to acknowledge the impact of parenting styles on a child’s ability to learn and process information. Research has shown that parental involvement in extracurricular activities can have a significant positive effect on a child’s cognitive development. When parents actively participate in their child’s extracurricular pursuits, such as attending their school events or helping them with their homework, it fosters a supportive learning environment. This involvement allows children to feel valued and supported, which in turn enhances their motivation and engagement in cognitive tasks. Furthermore, the impact of parental cognitive abilities on a child’s cognitive development cannot be overlooked. Studies have found that children of parents with higher cognitive abilities tend to have better cognitive outcomes themselves. This can be attributed to various factors, such as genetic influences and the intellectual stimulation provided by intellectually proficient parents. Parents who engage in intellectually stimulating activities with their children, such as reading, playing educational games, or engaging in intellectual discussions, can significantly contribute to their child’s cognitive development. Transitioning into the importance of parental nurturing in emotional development, it is equally important to consider the role that parents play in shaping their child’s emotional well-being. The Importance of Parental Nurturing in Emotional Development Don’t underestimate the impact of your nurturing on your child’s emotional development. Research has shown that parental affection plays a crucial role in shaping a child’s emotional intelligence. Here are three reasons why your nurturing is so important: Secure attachment: When parents show love and affection towards their child, it creates a secure attachment bond. This bond forms the foundation for the child’s emotional development, allowing them to feel safe and supported in exploring their emotions. Emotional regulation: Parental affection helps children develop the ability to regulate their emotions effectively. When parents respond sensitively to their child’s emotional needs, it teaches them how to manage and express their feelings in a healthy way. Empathy and compassion: Children who receive affectionate parenting are more likely to develop empathy and compassion towards others. By modeling loving behaviors, parents teach their children how to understand and respond to the emotions of others, fostering positive social relationships. Understanding the power of parental affection in emotional development is essential for promoting the well-being of our children. As we delve into the next section on parental discipline and its effects on child development, it is important to recognize how these two aspects of parenting intertwine to shape our children’s overall development. Parental Discipline and Its Effects on Child Development When it comes to parenting, discipline plays a crucial role in shaping a child’s development. Strict discipline has been a topic of debate, with some arguing that it can have negative consequences on a child’s well-being. However, research suggests that the impact of strict discipline depends on various factors, such as the child’s temperament and the consistency of the disciplinary approach. On the other hand, positive reinforcement techniques have been found to be highly effective in promoting desirable behaviors and building a strong parent-child relationship. Impact of Strict Discipline You can see how strict discipline directly affects a child’s development and behavior. Studies have shown that the long-term effects of strict discipline can be detrimental to a child’s emotional and psychological well-being. Research indicates that children subjected to strict discipline tend to exhibit higher levels of anxiety, depression, and aggression later in life. This is because strict discipline often involves harsh punishments and a lack of emotional support, which can lead to feelings of fear and resentment in children. Additionally, strict discipline can hinder the development of important social and problem-solving skills, as children are not given the opportunity to learn from their mistakes and make decisions on their own. Therefore, it is crucial to explore alternative parenting strategies, such as positive reinforcement techniques, that promote healthy development and positive behavior in children. Positive Reinforcement Techniques Using positive reinforcement techniques can be highly effective in promoting positive behavior and fostering healthy emotional development in children. Parental praise is one such technique that has been extensively studied and proven to have a significant impact on a child’s behavior and self-esteem. Research has shown that when parents provide specific and genuine praise for their child’s desirable behaviors, it reinforces those behaviors and encourages their repetition. This form of behavior modification technique helps children develop a sense of self-worth and confidence, leading to improved social interactions and overall emotional well-being. By implementing positive reinforcement strategies, parents can create an environment that nurtures positive behavior and emotional growth in their children. Transitioning into the next section, the role of parental support in social development, it is important to consider how positive reinforcement techniques contribute to a child’s ability to form healthy relationships and navigate social situations. The Role of Parental Support in Social Development The role of parental support in social development can greatly impact a child’s ability to form meaningful relationships. Research has consistently shown that parental involvement plays a crucial role in fostering social skills development in children. By providing a nurturing and supportive environment, parents can help their children develop the necessary social skills to navigate various social situations. One way parental involvement positively influences social development is through the modeling of appropriate social behaviors. Children learn by observing and imitating their parents, so when parents demonstrate positive social skills, such as empathy, kindness, and effective communication, children are more likely to internalize and exhibit these behaviors themselves. Moreover, parental support and encouragement are essential for children to develop a strong sense of self-confidence and self-esteem. When children feel supported by their parents, they are more likely to engage in social interactions and take risks, which are crucial for building social skills and forming meaningful relationships. The table below provides a visual representation of how parental involvement can influence social development: |Parental Support in Social Development| |Modeling appropriate social behaviors| |Providing a nurturing and supportive environment| |Encouraging self-confidence and self-esteem| Transitioning into the subsequent section about parental influence on language acquisition and communication skills, it is evident that parental support in social development sets a foundation for effective communication and language skills. Parental Influence on Language Acquisition and Communication Skills In the previous section, we explored the importance of parental support in a child’s social development. Now, let’s delve into another crucial aspect of child development: language acquisition and communication skills. Research has shown that parents play a significant role in fostering language development in their children. One way parents can support language acquisition is through play. Engaging in play activities, such as talking, singing, and storytelling, not only provides opportunities for children to learn new words and phrases but also enhances their communication skills. Play allows children to practice using language in a meaningful and enjoyable context, promoting vocabulary expansion and linguistic fluency. However, it is important to consider the influence of technology on communication skills. With the increasing use of screens and digital devices, children are exposed to a different form of communication that may impact their language development. Studies have suggested that excessive screen time can hinder language acquisition, as it reduces face-to-face interactions and limits opportunities for language-rich interactions with caregivers. As we transition to the next section on the effects of parental education on academic development, it is crucial to recognize that parental involvement in language development and communication skills lays the foundation for future academic success. The Effects of Parental Education on Academic Development When it comes to education and academic success, parental influence plays a crucial role. Research has shown that parents who are actively involved in their child’s education tend to have children who perform better academically. Additionally, the impact of a parent’s own educational background on their child’s academic development cannot be overlooked. Studies have found a positive correlation between parental educational attainment and children’s educational outcomes. Education and Academic Success Your involvement in your child’s education directly impacts their academic success. Research has consistently shown that parental involvement is a key factor in a child’s educational journey. Here are some ways in which parental involvement can positively influence academic outcomes: Building strong teacher-student relationships: When parents are actively involved in their child’s education, they can foster positive relationships with their child’s teachers. This collaboration can lead to better communication, support, and understanding between all parties involved. Enhancing motivation and engagement: By being present and engaged in their child’s educational activities, parents can help cultivate a love for learning and motivate their child to excel academically. Providing support and resources: Parents who are involved in their child’s education can provide the necessary support and resources to facilitate learning. This can include creating a conducive study environment at home, assisting with homework, and providing access to educational materials. Reinforcing learning at home: Parental involvement extends beyond the classroom. Parents can reinforce what their child learns at school by incorporating educational activities into their daily lives. This can include reading together, discussing current events, and engaging in educational games. Advocating for their child: Parents who actively participate in their child’s education can advocate for their needs and ensure they receive the necessary support from the school. This can include attending parent-teacher conferences, voicing concerns, and collaborating with teachers to develop tailored learning plans. Parental Influence on Learning In the previous section, we explored the link between education and academic success. Now, let’s delve into the impact of parental involvement on a child’s learning. Research consistently shows that when parents are actively engaged in their child’s education, it creates a positive learning environment that fosters growth and development. Parental involvement can take many forms, such as attending parent-teacher conferences, helping with homework, or participating in school activities. These actions not only demonstrate to the child the importance of education, but they also provide additional support and encouragement. Studies have found that children with involved parents are more likely to have better grades, higher self-esteem, and increased motivation to succeed academically. The influence of parental involvement on a child’s learning should not be underestimated, as it plays a crucial role in shaping their educational journey. Now, let’s transition to the next section and explore the impact of a parent’s educational background on their child’s development. Impact of Educational Background Research consistently shows that a parent’s educational background significantly impacts their child’s development. Studies have found that parental involvement in education has a positive effect on academic achievement. When parents are highly educated, they tend to be more engaged in their child’s learning, providing support and resources that foster educational success. Additionally, parents with higher educational attainment often have higher expectations for their children’s academic performance, which can motivate and push them to excel. Furthermore, these parents typically have greater access to educational opportunities, such as quality schools and enrichment programs, which can further enhance their child’s educational experiences. The influence of a parent’s educational background on their child’s development extends beyond academics and into other areas, such as moral development and values. By instilling their own values and beliefs, parents shape their children’s moral compass and guide their understanding of right and wrong. This transition into parental influence on moral development highlights how parents play a crucial role in shaping their children’s overall development. Parental Influence on Moral Development and Values When you model ethical behavior and emphasize moral values, you significantly impact your child’s development in those areas. As parents, we have a profound influence on our children’s decision-making processes and the development of their moral compass. Research consistently shows that children learn and adopt moral values through observation and imitation of their parents’ behaviors. By consistently demonstrating ethical behavior and discussing moral dilemmas with our children, we shape their understanding of right and wrong. Studies have shown that parental influence on decision making starts early in a child’s life. For example, a study published in the Journal of Moral Education found that parents who engage in discussions about moral issues with their children have a positive impact on their moral development. These discussions help children understand different perspectives, consider consequences, and make informed decisions based on their moral values. Furthermore, research has shown that children who grow up in homes where moral values are emphasized are more likely to develop a strong sense of empathy, compassion, and fairness. They are also more likely to exhibit prosocial behaviors and engage in moral reasoning. As we transition to the next section about the impact of parental stress on child development, it is important to recognize that the environment in which children are raised plays a crucial role in their overall development. The Impact of Parental Stress on Child Development Parental stress is a critical factor that can significantly impact a child’s development. Research has shown that when parents experience high levels of stress, it can lead to negative outcomes for their children. These outcomes include behavioral and emotional problems, developmental delays, and academic difficulties. The effects of parental stress on children can be long-lasting and have implications for their overall well-being and success in life. Stressful Parents, Troubled Children If you have stressful parents, you may notice that your own behavior and emotions can be affected. Research has consistently shown that parental stress has a direct impact on child behavior. Children of stressed parents are more likely to exhibit behavioral problems such as aggression, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation. A study published in the Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology found that children with stressed parents are more likely to have difficulties with self-control and exhibit disruptive behavior. Another study published in the Journal of Family Psychology found that parental stress can lead to an increase in negative parenting behaviors, which in turn, can contribute to child behavior problems. These findings highlight the important link between parental stress and child behavior, emphasizing the need for interventions and support for stressed parents to help mitigate the negative effects on their children’s behavior and well-being. Transitioning into the subsequent section about ‘parental stress, developmental delays,’ it is crucial to understand that the impact of parental stress goes beyond just influencing child behavior. Parental Stress, Developmental Delays In the previous section, we discussed the link between parental stress and the behavior of their children. Now, I want to delve deeper into the topic of parental stress and its potential impact on a child’s development. Research has consistently shown that parental mental health, particularly when it is marked by chronic stress, can have significant effects on a child’s behavior. Multiple studies have found that children of parents experiencing high levels of stress are more likely to exhibit behavioral problems, such as aggression, anxiety, and difficulty with self-regulation. These children may also struggle academically and have lower social competence. Additionally, parental stress can disrupt the parent-child relationship, leading to less nurturing and responsive parenting practices. Understanding the effects of parental stress on behavior is crucial for identifying at-risk children and implementing effective interventions. It is evident that parental stress has a profound impact on child development, and further research is necessary to fully comprehend the underlying mechanisms. Transitioning into the subsequent section, we will now explore the specific effects of stress on children and how it shapes their development. Stress Effects on Children Stress can have significant effects on a child’s behavior and development, leading to behavioral problems, academic struggles, and disrupted parent-child relationships. Research has shown that high levels of stress in children can result in long-term negative outcomes. Fortunately, there are stress management techniques that can help mitigate these effects. For instance, teaching children coping strategies such as deep breathing exercises and mindfulness can help them regulate their emotions and reduce stress levels. Additionally, creating a supportive and nurturing environment at home can foster resilience and protect children from the negative impact of stress. It is crucial for parents to be aware of their own stress levels and seek support when needed, as parental stress can also contribute to the child’s stress levels. By addressing stress proactively, parents can help promote healthier child development and well-being. Understanding the role of parental stress in child development sets the stage for exploring the impact of parental role modeling on children. Parental Role Modeling and Its Effect on Child Development Parents play a significant role in shaping their child’s development through role modeling. Research has consistently shown that children learn by observing and imitating the behaviors of their parents. Here are three ways in which parental role modeling impacts child behavior: Emotional regulation: Parents who effectively regulate their emotions serve as models for their children. When parents handle stress, anger, or frustration in a healthy manner, children are more likely to learn these skills and apply them in their own lives. On the other hand, if parents consistently display negative emotions or react impulsively, children may adopt these same behaviors. Social skills: Parents who exhibit positive social behaviors, such as empathy, respect, and cooperation, provide a blueprint for their children to follow. By observing their parents’ interactions with others, children learn how to navigate social situations and develop healthy relationships. Conversely, if parents engage in aggressive or disrespectful behavior, children may imitate these negative behaviors. Health behaviors: Parental role modeling also influences a child’s health-related behaviors. For example, if parents prioritize exercise, healthy eating, and self-care, children are more likely to adopt these habits. On the other hand, if parents have unhealthy lifestyle choices, children may emulate these behaviors as well. Frequently Asked Questions What Are the Main Factors That Influence Child Development Besides Genetics and Parental Bonding? When considering factors that influence child development beyond genetics and parental bonding, cultural influences and environmental factors are key. Cultural influences, such as traditions, customs, and beliefs, shape a child’s identity and worldview. Environmental factors, including access to resources, socioeconomic status, and exposure to toxins, can impact physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development. Understanding how these factors interact with genetics and parental bonding provides a comprehensive understanding of how parents affect child development. How Does the Quality of Parental Attachment Affect a Child’s Social Development? The quality of parental attachment has a significant impact on a child’s social development. Research shows that a secure and nurturing attachment between parents and children fosters healthy social skills and relationships. When children feel loved, supported, and emotionally connected to their parents, they develop a sense of trust and security. This, in turn, allows them to explore and engage with the world around them, form positive relationships with others, and develop essential social skills such as empathy, communication, and problem-solving. Can a Child’s Cognitive Development Be Influenced by Factors Other Than Parenting Styles? External influences and environmental factors can indeed play a significant role in a child’s cognitive development, beyond just parenting styles. Research has shown that factors such as socioeconomic status, access to education, and exposure to stimulating environments can all impact a child’s cognitive abilities. For example, children from disadvantaged backgrounds may face more limited resources and opportunities, which can hinder their cognitive development. Therefore, it is crucial to consider these external influences when studying the science behind how parents affect child development. What Role Does Parental Nurturing Play in a Child’s Emotional Development, Aside From Attachment? Parental nurturing plays a crucial role in a child’s emotional development, beyond just attachment. Research shows that parental warmth and emotional support positively impact a child’s emotional intelligence and regulation. When parents provide a nurturing environment, children learn how to manage and express their emotions effectively. This, in turn, helps them build healthier relationships, handle stress better, and develop resilience. Studies consistently highlight the importance of parental nurturing in fostering emotional well-being in children. Are There Any Other Factors Besides Parental Stress That Can Impact a Child’s Overall Development? When considering the factors that can impact a child’s overall development, it is important to look beyond just parental stress. Family dynamics and community influence also play significant roles in shaping a child’s development. Research suggests that the quality of family relationships and the level of community support can have long-lasting effects on a child’s cognitive, emotional, and social development. Therefore, it is crucial to recognize and address these factors alongside parental stress in order to promote optimal child development. In conclusion, parents play a pivotal role in shaping their child’s development. From genetics to bonding, attachment to parenting styles, education to stress, and role modeling, parents have a profound impact on their child’s cognitive, academic, moral, and overall growth. Research consistently shows that the science behind parental influence is undeniable. So, let us be mindful of the power we possess as parents. 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Children's ability to distinguish between moral laws, social norms, and personal choices develops during early infancy. By the age of five, children understand that moral norms exist to prevent “really wicked” behavior that could harm or deprive others. Social norms, on the other hand, are laws governing socially defined actions that are either immoral or right; nonetheless, breaking these standards will not harm others. Kayla, for example, understands that slapping Darin is immoral since it will injure him and cause him to weep. Kayla, on the other hand, understands that playing in the mud in a new outfit is inappropriate because it will most likely irritate Grandma, but her peers seem unconcerned. Kayla will also be able to recognize various personal preferences. She'll learn that, while she dislikes ketchup in her macaroni and cheese, it's fine for Frankie to consume this dish if he like the flavor. Before You Continue... Do you know what is your soul number? Take this quick quiz to find out! Get a personalized numerology report, and discover how you can unlock your fullest spiritual potential. Start the quiz now! By the ages of 6 and 7, children's ability to distinguish between moral laws, societal norms, and personal choices has matured, and they can consider additional conditions and options while considering the consequences of different behaviors. Becky, for example, understands that copying her friend's homework is not acceptable, even if she didn't have time to finish her arithmetic problems due to soccer practice (e.g., a moral rule). She also understands that giggling and tickling her sister during a religious service is wrong, even if it won't injure anyone (e.g., a social norm). Finally, she can consider the implications of going outside on a frigid day without a jacket and decide to do so nonetheless (against her father's caution) (e.g., a personal choice). Young children begin to comprehend that given a tempting scenario, they have a choice between “right” and “wrong” during the Preoperational period. When Mom says “no cookies before dinner” and there's a tray of cookies on the table, Sarah recognizes she has the option of taking one or not. Children's capacity to comprehend that they have the ability to make good or bad decisions leads to increased self-control. In order to make healthy choices, most youngsters will be able to start delaying self-gratification (i.e., refraining from doing activities that will feel good in the present). Positive discipline can help to develop this new moral skill. Parents can be certain to emphasize their children's “good choices” and “poor choices” without categorizing them as “bad” or “good.” Our article on Alternative Discipline has more information on positive parenting styles (This article is not yet complete.). While most aspects of a child's development are influenced by both internal and external variables (temperament, genetics, and characteristics), morality is mostly influenced by external elements (environment and social influences). Children's settings have a variety of effects on their moral development. Morality can be shaped through adult and peer modeling, family and community norms, religious values and beliefs, and parenting techniques. Some moral values are instilled in children through oral storytelling or formal lectures, such as religious parables or classroom exercises. Moral behavior is more typically learnt through direct observation and imitation. Children pay close attention to their caregivers', other adults', and older children's actions. If they see Uncle Dan assisting strangers, they will be more likely to assist others as well. Parenting styles and everyday discipline have a significant impact on a child's moral development. Children who face just consequences every time they breach a rule will learn to link their actions to the consequences of their decisions. Daisy, for example, may learn that stealing from Mommy's coin jar is sometimes OK if she only gets in trouble on a regular basis. Daisy, on the other hand, will learn that stealing money from Mom's coin jar will result in fair consequences, and she will understand that stealing is never acceptable. She will also (hopefully) acquire a lesson that she will take with her as she grows into a responsible and moral young woman. What is the meaning of moral and spiritual? Spirituality is linked with living a decent life. So, when I talk about morality, I'm defining spirituality in a broad way. Morality and spirituality are inextricably linked. Morality encompasses all aspects of spirituality. Being moral permits us to live a life that is honest and pure in a world that does not always notice. Keeping morality in the center of our daily lives serves to remind us that morality and spirituality may help us be happy, fulfilled, and at peace. Being moral and spiritual enables us to stay grounded in a morally and spiritually imperfect world. It is something that we should all strive to achieve. If we consistently exercise morality and spirituality, we will become better individuals. We shall follow a moral compass as long as we know right from wrong and have a conscience. There will always be anarchy in our homes and lives if basic morality norms are not followed. We don't all have a natural sense of morality, but we can choose to be moral. It all boils down to how we choose to interact with others and behave in society. We must desire to be concerned about others as well as ourselves. Empathy, compassion, and tolerance must be desires. We must desire to follow in the footsteps of moral tolerance and incorporate it into our lives. We must endeavor to comprehend how our conscience influences our moral compass. We can and should choose to change our behavior if our conscience alerts us to anything we know is wrong. Our conscience is the one who pushes us to reconsider how we view others and how moral we will be. What is the meaning of spiritual development? Over the course of two millennia, several theologians have attempted to define spiritual development. In the secular and multicultural world we live in, spiritual development can mean many different things to different people. Spiritual growth, in essence, is the development of an awareness of realities beyond the limitations of time and space, as well as a belief in anything beyond the material realm. The objective of spiritual growth is aptly summarized in Romans 12:2, which exhorts us to “do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be changed by the renewing of your mind.” Then you'll be able to put God's will to the test and approve it as good, pleasant, and perfect.” In all of our endeavors, God's truth and purpose transform the soul, spirit, mind, and strength. Everything we have is to be stewarded to God, including our knowledge, skills, talents, and capacities. God's goals for the world are progressively harmonizing with our story as we grow spiritually. What is example of moral spiritual? We aspire to provide a learning atmosphere that encourages respect, diversity, and self-awareness while also providing all of our students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values they will need to achieve in their future lives. The curriculum includes a variety of artistic, sports, and cultural activities that enable students to collaborate and use their imaginations while learning. Pupils will participate in activities that will require them to contemplate and empathize with others, as well as give them the confidence to express their thoughts and create their own perspectives. Our school's attitude is such that everyone who enters, whether they are staff, students, parents, or visitors, is valued as a unique individual. They should set, and be right to expect, high standards of conduct from others, distinguished by respect and accountability. Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural (SMSC) understanding drives the values-led concept-based curriculum of Hook Junior School, which places a significant emphasis on entire child development. The School Values model combines school values with British values to create six key overarching values (Excellent learning behaviors, Responsibility, Respect, Empathy, Inclusion, and Freedom), which serve as the foundation for fundamental concepts as themes for all cross-curricular topic planning. SMSC is thus incorporated throughout the curriculum as well as expressly taught. Throughout the school, there are planned chances for spiritual development in all courses. Children are given the opportunity to ponder the meaning of spiritual encounters. We encourage an atmosphere or ethos in which all students can grow and thrive, respect others and be valued, and accommodate differences while maintaining individual integrity. These can happen at any time during the school day, for example, while listening to music, talking animal care, exercising empathy or creativity, thinking about how we live, or considering the future. A morally conscious student, we believe, will develop a diverse set of talents. The following are some examples: - Differentiate between right and wrong depending on their knowledge of their own and other cultures' moral standards - Develop the ability to consider the implications of their own and others' actions. - Develop a desire to learn more about themselves and others' perspectives, as well as a grasp of the necessity to revisit and re-evaluate their values, codes, and principles in light of new information. - Providing a defined moral code as a foundation for behavior that is constantly taught throughout the school, fostering racial, religious, and other forms of equality - Allowing students to study and develop moral concepts and values across the curriculum, such as personal rights and duties, truth, justice, equality of opportunity, and right and wrong - Creating an open and safe learning atmosphere where students may express themselves and make moral decisions. - Recognizing and respecting the various cultures represented in the school and wider community's codes and morals - Encouraging students to take responsibility for their actions, such as respect for property, environmental stewardship, and the development of codes of conduct; providing models of moral virtue through literature, humanities, sciences, arts, and assemblies; reinforcing the school's values through images, posters, classroom displays, and other means; and monitoring the success of what is provided in simple ways. Teachers always discuss a classroom code of behavior with their students based on the school's principles. We urge children to be conscious of their own behaviors, take responsibility for their bodies, and be self-sufficient. We will assist the youngsters in identifying their feelings and thinking them through so that they can be expressed in socially appropriate behavior. We recognize that when students become more socially aware, they are more likely to gain the ability to: - Understand how societies work and how systems such as the family and the school are organized. - Identifying the fundamental values and ideas that guide school and community life - Encouraging students to appreciate and recognize social differences and similarities - Assemblies, team-building events, residential experiences, and school musicals are all examples of positive experiences that reinforce our values as a school community. - assisting students in developing personal qualities desired in a civilized culture, such as thinking, honesty, respect for diversity, moral convictions, independence, interdependence, self-esteem, and awareness of others' needs - Providing chances for citizens to participate in the democratic process and in communal life - Creating healthy and successful connections with the workplace and the broader community Collective worship, circle time, nurture groups, and curricular connections are all used to enhance social development confidence. We care about the overall child's development and will work to boost their self-esteem through praise, certificates, Star of the Week, and other methods that recognize both academic and social successes (please refer to our Behaviour Policy). Children should be educated about the diversity of various cultures, both inside and outside of modern Britain. This can be accomplished through music, physical education, painting, and a variety of other subjects. Culturally aware students are more likely to exhibit some or all of the following characteristics: - A desire to learn more about the interaction between humans and the environment - Encourage them to consider memorable occasions in their lives and how they are commemorated. - Recognizing and cultivating specific abilities and talents; offering opportunity for students to participate in literature, theater, music, art, crafts, and other cultural events; and encouraging students to reflect on the value of their gifts and talents. - Using exhibits, posters, and exhibitions to reinforce the school's cultural ties. In addition to forming connections with outside organizations and individuals to broaden students' cultural awareness, such as through theatre, museum, and gallery visits, - Examining the nature and quality of chances for students to broaden their cultural horizons across the curriculum. What is spiritual development of a child? Children learn to be aware of and comfortable with qualities such as respect, responsibility, and regard for themselves and others through spiritual development. They learn to accept differences between people without being afraid of them. They develop an appreciation for the environment and take steps to safeguard it. What do you mean by spirituality? Spirituality is defined as the awareness of a feeling, sense, or belief that there is something more to being human than sensory experience, and that the greater total of which we are a part is cosmic or divine in nature. How can I improve my moral and spiritual aspect? Religion brings spirituality to some people, but it does not bring spirituality to others. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to spiritual well-being. Here are a few ideas to get you started if you're not sure where to start. According to a Gallup poll, 43% of Americans claim to be members of a church or other religious organization. These houses of worship provide a variety of opportunities for those living with mental illnesses to connect with others in their communities. Reconnect with someone or an organization that shares your ideas and thoughts, whether online, over the phone, or in person. Find ways to connect with like-minded people in your religion community who can support and encourage you by reaching out to a pastor or spiritual leader. “Many people's support mechanisms were taken away from them during the pandemicchurch, volunteering, support groups,” Wester added. “It was especially difficult for individuals who were already dealing with mental health concerns.” I advise people to reconnect with their religion group as soon as they are physically secure to do so.” It's fine if you don't have a faith community. Finding a cause that resonates to you and giving back is another way to feel connected to your spirituality and faith. Working in a food pantry, becoming a mentor or tutor, or fostering an animal are all options. As a result, your community will develop and you will be able to meet individuals who share your interests. It will offer you a sense of purpose and thankfulness to serve others. You don't have to be a yogi to benefit from the practice's spiritual benefits. Yoga is suitable for people of all ages and abilities. It can improve your mind and spirit, as well as strengthen and stretch your body, by lowering stress, depression, and anxiety symptoms. You don't have to be an expert meditator like you don't have to be an experienced yoga practitioner. Because it takes so little time, meditation is one of the easiest disciplines to keep. “Some people believe you must sit and be silent, but this is not the case,” Wester explained. “You can walk while meditating, paying attention to the sensations of your feet on the ground and the intricacies of your surroundings. Simply slowing down your body can help you calm down your mind.” Even five minutes of meditation can help you reduce stress, despair, and worry while also increasing your mindfulness. There are numerous fantastic guided meditation applications, such as Calm or Balance, if you need help. Writing can help you process your emotions, raise your awareness, and provide a nonjudgmental space for you to express your feelings in the present. Start a daily thankfulness notebook with prompts or write down your anxieties and fears. Spending time in nature, whether you live in the mountains, the desert, or near the ocean, can improve your spiritual health. You can't seem to get away from your phone, your day, and your problems. Even a few minutes spent watching the birds, trees swinging in the breeze, or crashing waves on the shoreline can be relaxing. Find activities that you enjoy, such as knitting, coloring, cooking, sports, or working out. Focusing on things you enjoy might help you regain a feeling of purpose and stay present in the moment, even if only for a short time. If you're having trouble connecting with your spiritual side or your mental health, get help from someone who is specially trained or someone you trust. “Chaplains are specifically equipped to deal with religious issues in a clinical setting,” Wester added. They can assist validate your feelings without sweeping them under the rug. They can help you get back on track spiritually.” What is spiritual development example? Enlightenment is a result of spiritual progress, according to the view of spirituality offered here. It would be a mistake, however, to believe that the path to enlightenment is always linear or predictable, or that enlightenment is always complete. Many people describe their spiritual paths as having periods of crystal-clear illumination followed by periods of difficulty. But, in a manner that others who simply think about or aspire to enlightenment cannot, a person who has experienced total illumination, however brief, knows that enlightenment is a real possibility. The capacity to be deeply present without assumptions or judgments, as well as constant awareness of oneself as being pervaded by the ground of all being, are two key characteristics of enlightenment. In 1944, Aldous Huxley published “The Perennial Philosophy,” in which he provided convincing evidence that the fundamental views on the nature of human spirituality held by the mystical strains of each major faith group, Eastern or Western, could be traced back to a common underlying set of understandings about the human spirit that originated thousands of years ago in India. Personal realities are always incomplete representations of spirituality, according to this viewpoint; intuitive, mystical connection with the ground of being is superior to simply thinking about the ground of being; the human spirit has a divine nature, and a person can come to identify with that universal Self rather than the personal ego; and the ultimate goal of spiritual development is to experience no separation from the ground of being. As a result, spiritual growth can be defined as a progression toward ultimate possibilities, with the highest levels of spiritual development occurring in the development of a capacity that allows consciousness to transcend the constraints of body, language, reason, and society. Movement toward ultimate possibilities entails a shift from simple imitative and dependent spiritual thought and behavior to a personal mental picture of spiritual issues that integrates both inner and outer life spiritual experiences; a shift to a subtle, contemplative, and transcendent understanding of the common ground of both inner and outer life experiences; and a shift to being fully united with the ultimate ground of all being. Spiritual growth is a process of transcendence that can be viewed as a spiral of ever-increasing knowledge and experience of oneself and the cosmos. Some writers on spiritual development emphasize the fact that it is a lifelong process. Spiritual development, according to Zen master Joko Beck, arises from the daily practice of sitting meditation and the application of present-moment awareness to everyday life. “Enlightenment is not something that can be attained. It's when something isn't there. You've spent your entire life advancing toward something, seeking a goal. All of that is being abandoned in the name of enlightenment. But talking about it is pointless. Each person is responsible for their own practice. There are no alternatives. We can read about it till we're a thousand years old, but it won't help us” (Beck, p. 5). “Attention is the cutting, blazing sword, and our practice is to use it as much as we can,” says the author. (See Beck, p. 32.) The emphasis here is on the process rather than on progress or attaining higher levels of spiritual awareness. Others believe that spiritual growth can be broken down into stages. Fowler, for example, saw adult spiritual development as having three stages: an individual-reflective stage in which the self begins to turn away from external sources of spiritual authority and toward the development of an internal moral and spiritual orientation that has personal meaning for the individual; and a conjunctive stage characterized by greater acceptance of paradox and ambiguity, a deepening sense of understanding, and disillusionment with spiritual authority. Fowler believed there was a link between life stage and spiritual development, with the individual-reflective stage occurring in early adulthood and the conjunctive stage appearing in midlife and later. He did not believe that many people had achieved the stage of universalization. Wilber saw spiritual growth as advancing from sensory knowing in childhood to various stages of reasoning knowledge in early adulthood, and finally to contemplative knowing in midlife. Children, for example, frequently get their first mystical experiences through sensory sources such as communing with nature, listening to religious music, or witnessing a breathtaking sunset. Adults can later receive immense inspiration from written and spoken words through their minds, oblivious to the fact that the stillness between and around those words may be vital to their sense of spiritual connection. Most people adopt some type of discipline as they go on their spiritual path, a regular action that allows them to transcend their self-consciousness and experience inner serenity. The call, the search, the struggle, the breakthrough, and the return are the five stages of spiritual development outlined by Moody and Carroll. When an inner yearning for connection, or a greater connection, with the spiritual Self arises, the call is heard. The call may begin as a sense of an empty part of oneself, eventually evolving into a sense that one's spiritual nature is not yet completely formed. Finding and exploring a spiritual path is part of the search. The search may take place within the context of a conventional religion or it may entail an investigation and sampling of a variety of religious traditions. Overcoming the ego's opposition to transcendental meditative or contemplative techniques is a common battleground. The myriad arguments and hurdles the mind develops to obstruct the experience of quiet mind can cause great anguish in beginning meditators. When the impediments or objections to transcendence are overcome, even if only temporarily, breakthroughs occur. People are more likely to stay motivated in their aim to be open to experiencing these qualities as part of their awareness once they have experienced pure mindfulness and transcendent consciousness. People who gain transcendent knowledge do not usually disappear from the world. Instead, people go about their daily lives as usual, but their viewpoint on them is altered. The return entails bringing into the world the spiritual insights gained via transcendence. The form that such service takes is largely determined by the spiritual path chosen. A devotional journey can lead to being a devotional exemplar. Being a teacher or a leader may be a way to return to a road of awareness and understanding. The ability to perceive the world from a nonpersonal perspective that is open, unselfish, honest, trustworthy, compassionate, and clear-minded, among many other attributes, is a trait shared by everyone who have broken through. Bringing these traits to everything one does in life can have a significant return effect. The sequence described by Moody and Carroll does not imply that there is only one course to complete before becoming enlightened. Rather, it's a cyclic process in which one grows increasingly enlightened by going through the full process they explain whenever a need for deeper development arises. But how can one be sure that their spiritual experiences are genuine? After all, the human mind is highly adept in persuading one to misinterpret a wide range of events. For starters, millions of men and women have claimed to have felt a global presence as a part of themselves across thousands of years and in a wide range of historical eras and cultures. This inner experience is described as a direct link that bypasses the verbal mind, making it less vulnerable to personal or cultural bias. Second, by collectively commenting on individual spiritual experiences, spiritual communities provide an important function. Sharing spiritual experiences and insights with others in a spiritual group is a vital safeguard against mistaking spiritual realization for a subtle ego agenda.

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You may have heard of the tumultuous events in El Salvador during the 1980s, but do you truly understand their significance and impact on the nation? The small Central American country was engulfed in a brutal civil war that claimed thousands of lives and left deep scars on its society, culture, and international relations. As you delve into this comprehensive analysis of what happened in El Salvador in the 1980s, prepare to uncover a complex web of powerful forces – from local political factions to foreign governments – all contributing to a decade-long conflict that tested the limits of human endurance and resilience. In this meticulously researched account, you will explore how historical context and socio-political factors led to the emergence of the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN), an umbrella group for leftist guerrilla organizations fighting against an oppressive government. You’ll examine the role played by El Salvador’s military establishment and the crucial support provided by foreign governments such as the United States. Furthermore, we’ll discuss how these events shaped contemporary Salvadoran culture and sparked a significant migration wave toward North America. Ultimately, through understanding El Salvador’s civil war experience, you’ll gain valuable insights into lessons learned from one nation’s struggle for freedom against seemingly insurmountable odds. - The 1980s saw a brutal civil war in El Salvador, resulting in an estimated 75,000 deaths and countless human rights abuses. - The conflict was fueled by social inequality, political repression, and Cold War tensions, with both sides receiving support from foreign governments. - According to the United Nations Truth Commission, both parties committed atrocities, with state security forces and death squads responsible for most deaths. - Post-war reconstruction and reconciliation efforts involved disarmament and reintegration of former combatants, infrastructure rehabilitation, and social and economic reforms to address poverty and inequality. Historical Context and Background To truly grasp the events that unfolded in El Salvador during the 1980s, you’ll need to dive deep into its historical context and background. The small Central American country was engulfed in a brutal civil war from 1980 until 1992, which resulted in approximately 75,000 deaths and numerous human rights violations. This conflict can be traced back to centuries of social inequality, political repression, and Cold War tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union. By understanding these factors, you can begin to appreciate how they fueled one of the most devastating periods in El Salvador’s history. The underlying issues leading up to the civil war were deeply rooted in El Salvador’s social structure. A small elite controlled much of the nation’s wealth and land, leaving many citizens impoverished. Dissatisfaction with this imbalance led to growing support for left-wing political movements that addressed inequalities through land reform and wealth redistribution. At the same time, right-wing military governments maintained power through force and suppression of dissenters. As Cold War tensions heightened globally, both sides sought international support – with leftist groups gaining backing from communist nations like Cuba and Nicaragua. At the same time, an increasingly militarized government received aid from the United States. Ultimately, this volatile mix led to full-scale armed conflict between guerrilla forces comprising various left-wing factions (collectively known as FMLN) and government-backed military troops. This battle would rage on for over a decade before finally reaching a resolution with peace accords signed in 1992. Throughout this tumultuous period, you can see how ordinary individuals fought for their freedom against oppressive forces – economic disparity or authoritarian rule – while global powers vied for influence over this small but strategically significant nation. The Emergence of the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN) As you delve into the emergence of the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN) in El Salvador, consider exploring their formation and ideology. The FMLN was rooted in Marxism-Leninism and driven by social justice goals. Look at key leaders such as Schafik Handal and Joaquin Villalobos, who played significant roles in uniting various guerrilla groups to form this powerful coalition. By examining these aspects, you’ll understand how the FMLN became a formidable force during El Salvador’s civil war. Formation and Ideology During the 1980s, El Salvador’s political landscape was significantly shaped by the formation and ideology of various groups, including leftist guerrilla movements and right-wing military forces. The Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN), a coalition of five revolutionary organizations, emerged as a prominent force opposing the ruling military junta. Their ideology was primarily rooted in Marxist-Leninist principles emphasizing social justice, land reform, and national sovereignty. They sought to overthrow the oppressive government structures perpetuating inequality and violence against the poor majority. As you explore this tumultuous period in El Salvador’s history, it is important to consider how these ideologies played out on both sides of the conflict. Right-wing military forces were largely supported by wealthy elites who wanted to maintain their power and influence over society. They believed crushing the FMLN would preserve their economic interests and protect them from communist ideology spreading throughout Central America. On the other hand, many individuals within FMLN saw themselves as freedom fighters fighting for liberation from oppressive systems that stifled their basic human rights. Ultimately, understanding these opposing ideologies helps provide context for why El Salvador was embroiled in a bloody civil war throughout the 1980s – one fueled by deep-seated beliefs about what constituted true freedom for its people. Key Leaders and Guerrilla Groups You’d be captivated by the key leaders and guerrilla groups that shaped El Salvador’s tumultuous history, as their strategic moves and powerful ideologies left an indelible mark on the country’s political landscape. The 1980s was a period of immense struggle between the government forces and leftist guerrilla groups who sought to overthrow the oppressive regime. These groups joined forces 1980 to form the Farabundo Marti National Liberation Front (FMLN), named after Farabundo Martí, a revolutionary leader from the 1930s, which became a prominent force in El Salvador’s civil war. Some of the most influential leaders and guerrilla groups during this time included: - Cayetano Carpio: Known as ‘the father of Salvadoran revolution,’ Carpio led the Popular Forces for Liberation (FPL), whose armed struggle against inequality eventually merged with other factions to create FMLN. - Schafik Handal: A crucial figure in shaping FMLN’s ideology, Handal led one of its five factions, the Communist Party of El Salvador (PCES). His commitment to communism further defined FMLN’s goals. - Joaquín Villalobos: As one of FMLN’s youngest commanders at just 24 years old, Villalobos led another faction called the People’s Revolutionary Army (ERP), demonstrating courage and resilience despite his youth. - Ana Guadalupe Mártinez: A former student activist turned combatant, she quickly rose through ERP ranks due to her tactical prowess. Her strong leadership skills made her indispensable within FMLN. - Salvador Sánchez Cerén: Initially part of FPL before its integration into FMLN, Cerén became an essential commander during wartime. He would later serve as El Salvador’s vice president and president from 2014 to 2019. These key leaders and guerrilla groups were vital in shaping El Salvador’s history during the 1980s. Their unwavering commitment to fighting for freedom and justice against an oppressive regime serves as an inspiration to those who still struggle for their rights today. The Salvadoran Government and Military In the 1980s, El Salvador’s government and military were embroiled in a brutal civil war, with soldiers ruthlessly cracking down on opposition forces and civilians caught in the crossfire. The Salvadoran government, led by a series of right-wing military juntas and later civilian presidents, was supported by the United States in their fight against leftist guerrilla groups. Throughout this period, the country’s armed forces were notorious for human rights abuses, including mass killings, forced disappearances, torture, and indiscriminate bombings of villages suspected of harboring rebels. The government also utilized death squads to target political opponents and those deemed sympathetic to the guerrillas. Despite these harsh tactics the Salvadoran government and military employed during the civil war, some reformist efforts were within their ranks. Land reforms to address social inequality were implemented but met with resistance from wealthy landowners who benefited from the previous system. Additionally, attempts at peace negotiations with rebel groups began as early as 1984 but ultimately proved unsuccessful until 1992, when both parties signed peace accords under UN supervision. While many challenges remain in El Salvador today due to its violent past and ongoing struggles for justice and accountability for those responsible for atrocities committed during this dark chapter in history, you can’t help but think about how resilient people yearn for freedom despite all odds stacked against them. The Role of the United States It’s heartbreaking to realize that the United States played a significant role in fueling El Salvador’s devastating civil war. The U.S. provided financial aid, military training, and strategic support to a government notorious for its brutal tactics and human rights abuses. The U.S. saw El Salvador as a critical pawn in its ongoing battle against communism during the Cold War. Stopping the spread of leftist ideologies became more important than addressing the legitimate concerns of human rights violations. The extent of U.S. involvement is eye-opening: - Financial Aid: Over $4 billion was provided by the U.S. to the Salvadoran government during this period (approximately $1 million daily). This funding enabled the continuation of harsh counterinsurgency measures against rebels and civilians. - Military Training: The U.S. trained many elite Salvadoran soldiers at its infamous School of Americas (now known as WHINSEC) in Fort Benning, Georgia. These graduates became some of the most ruthless leaders in death squads responsible for numerous massacres. - Strategic Support: American advisors provided intelligence, weapons, and logistical support to help shape military operations. This assistance often directly contributed to campaigns targeting civilians or covered up atrocities committed by allied forces. Despite these disturbing facts about American involvement, it is important for us not only to learn from history but also strive for change. Future generations should experience true freedom without fear or persecution based on their beliefs or affiliations. Other Foreign Involvement Moving on from the role of the United States, let’s take a closer look at other foreign involvement in El Salvador during the 1980s. As you may already know, global politics played a significant part in shaping conflicts during this period, and El Salvador was no exception. One notable foreign involvement came from Cuba and Nicaragua, who supported and supplied arms to the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN) – the main leftist guerrilla group fighting against the Salvadoran government. This support was seen as part of a larger strategy by these countries to spread socialism throughout Latin America. It was met with opposition by right-wing governments and their international allies. On the other hand, countries like Mexico and Venezuela provided humanitarian aid to ease the suffering of those affected by violence during this tumultuous time. By understanding these various forms of external influence, you can better appreciate how complex and multifaceted this conflict truly was – one that ultimately shaped El Salvador’s path toward freedom and democracy. The Civil War (1980-1992) So, let’s dive into the heart of the matter: the Salvadoran Civil War, which raged from 1980 to 1992. This brutal conflict pitted the military-led government against leftist guerrilla groups, resulting in an estimated 75,000 deaths and countless human rights abuses. A series of key events and developments characterized the war: - The Formation of FMLN: In October 1980, five leftist guerrilla organizations joined forces to form the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN). Their goal was to overthrow the Salvadoran government and implement socialist reforms. - Major Offensives and Counteroffensives: Both sides launched large-scale attacks on each other’s strongholds throughout the war. Notable offensives include the FMLN’s ‘Final Offensive’ in November 1989 and the government’s counteroffensive called ‘Operation Phoenix.’ - Peace Talks and Ceasefire: Peace negotiations began in April 1990 under United Nations auspices after years of fighting. A ceasefire was finally agreed upon in January 1992, leading to a formal peace agreement signed later that same year. As you witness this struggle for freedom unfold during these tumultuous years in El Salvador, it becomes clear that no side emerged as a clear winner. Instead, both parties were ultimately pushed towards compromise by external pressure from international actors such as the United States and various European countries, who played vital roles in supporting either side financially or militarily throughout this dark historical period. Both parties committed atrocities ranging from massacres like El Mozote, where approximately one thousand civilians perished at the hands of government forces, to assassinations by FMLN rebels targeting military personnel and influential figures sympathetic to their cause. As a result, many innocent lives were lost amidst this power struggle. However, it eventually led to significant social changes with lasting effects still felt today within El Salvador’s political landscape. Human Rights Abuses and Atrocities As you delve deeper into this harrowing chapter of history, you’ll uncover both sides’ countless human rights abuses and atrocities during the Salvadoran Civil War. The conflict was characterized by widespread violence against civilians, indiscriminate killings, forced disappearances, torture, and other inhumane treatment. The government forces and leftist guerrilla groups like the Farabundo Marti National Liberation Front (FMLN) were responsible for committing these atrocities. The United Nations Truth Commission later estimated that approximately 75,000 people died during the war, with more than 85% of those deaths attributed to state security forces and death squads. One infamous example of such brutality is the El Mozote massacre, which took place in December 1981. Government soldiers murdered over a thousand unarmed villagers, including many women and children who sought refuge inside a church. This horrendous act still stands as one of the most brutal incidents in Latin American history. Moreover, journalists covering it throughout the conflict faced constant threats or even assassinations for exposing these violations to international scrutiny. Your search for freedom cannot be separated from recognizing these dark chapters in history; understanding them helps ensure they’re not repeated and gives voice to those who suffered egregiously under unchecked power dynamics that ravaged El Salvador’s society during this tumultuous period. The Role of the Catholic Church As you delve into the role of the Catholic Church during El Salvador’s tumultuous 1980s, you’ll discover the remarkable figure of Archbishop Oscar Romero, an outspoken advocate for human rights and social justice. You’ll also learn about Liberation Theology, a movement within the church that emphasized a preferential option for the poor and called for active participation in political and social change. Through a meticulously researched, objective analysis, we invite you to explore how these key elements shaped religious involvement in this critical period of Latin American history. Archbishop Oscar Romero During the tumultuous 1980s in El Salvador, Archbishop Oscar Romero emerged as a beacon of hope, courageously advocating for human rights and denouncing social injustices amidst the nation’s brutal civil war. Initially perceived as a conservative figure within the Catholic Church, Romero underwent a transformation after witnessing firsthand the atrocities committed against his fellow Salvadorans. He became an outspoken critic of the government and military-backed death squads, using his position to give voice to those silenced by fear and violence. In March 1980, Archbishop Oscar Romero was assassinated while celebrating Mass at a small chapel in San Salvador. His murder shocked El Salvador and the international community, drawing attention to the desperate situation faced by millions of people living under oppressive conditions. Today, Romero is revered as a martyr for justice and human rights; he continues to inspire activists worldwide who strive for peace and freedom from oppression in their societies. In October 2018, Pope Francis declared him a saint of the Catholic Church—an enduring symbol of hope amidst darkness. Amid social upheaval and injustice, Liberation Theology emerged as a powerful force for change, inspiring individuals like Archbishop Oscar Romero to take a stand against oppression. This Christian movement, which originated in Latin America in the 1950s and 1960s, sought to emphasize the importance of social justice and political activism as part of religious practice. It was deeply rooted in the belief that God has a special concern for the poor and oppressed and that Christians should work towards creating a more just society. During the tumultuous 1980s in El Salvador, this theological perspective resonated with many grappling with issues such as poverty, human rights abuses, and civil war. Liberation Theology shaped various aspects of Salvadoran society during this period. Priests and laypeople alike became increasingly committed to addressing systemic injustices by engaging directly with marginalized communities or advocating for social change. Below is an overview of some key figures within El Salvador’s Liberation Theology movement during this era: |Oscar Romero||Archbishop||Spoke out against human rights abuses; advocated for the poor & marginalized; ultimately assassinated for his beliefs| |Jon Sobrino||Jesuit Priest & Theologian||Developed core tenets of Liberation Theology that influenced both local & international perspectives| |María Julia Hernández||Human Rights Activist||Founded Tutela Legal del Arzobispado (Archdiocese Legal Aid Office) to document human rights violations| |Rutilio Grande||Jesuit Priest||Worked closely with rural communities; advocated for land reform & economic justice; assassinated due to his activism| |Maria Inés Avilés Gámez de Castillo-Armas de Márquez Castro-Ávila y de las Heras||Activist & Lawyer||Advocated for human rights, social justice, and women’s rights as the founder of Women United for Life| As you can see, these individuals played remarkable roles in advancing the cause of social justice in El Salvador during the 1980s. Their efforts and unwavering commitment to Liberation Theology’s principles contributed to a broader movement that sought to challenge oppressive systems and create a more equitable society. Grassroots Resistance Movements As you delve into grassroots resistance movements in El Salvador during the 1980s, you’ll discover the crucial roles played by labor unions, peasant organizations, and women’s and student groups. These diverse factions courageously came together to challenge oppressive structures and demand social change. You’ll find that their collective efforts marked a turning point in the nation’s history, shaping its political landscape for years to come. Labor Unions and Peasant Organizations Labor unions and peasant organizations played a crucial role in El Salvador’s tumultuous 1980s, advocating for workers’ rights and social justice amidst political upheaval and civil war. As the country was rocked by violence, these groups organized strikes, protests, and other resistance against oppressive government policies and human rights abuses. Their efforts often put them at risk of brutal repression from the military-led government, but their resolve inspired others to join their cause. In this decade marred by conflict, labor unions like FENASTRAS (National Federation of Salvadoran Workers) and ANDES 21 de Junio (Association of Teachers) fought tirelessly for better working conditions, fair wages, and improved quality of life for their members. Similarly, peasant organizations such as CRIPDES (Christian Committee for the Displaced in El Salvador) supported those displaced by violence or forced off their land by powerful interests. By standing up against oppression and striving for a more equitable society, these groups not only helped shape El Salvador’s future but also ignited a fire within countless individuals who yearned for freedom. This flame still burns brightly today. Women’s and Student Groups As you delve deeper into the sociopolitical landscape of El Salvador in the 1980s, it’s essential to recognize the significant roles played by women and student groups. These organizations fought tirelessly for their rights, pushing for social change amidst a tumultuous period marked by civil unrest and violent conflicts. Women’s groups were instrumental in advocating for gender equality and addressing issues such as domestic violence, reproductive rights, and access to healthcare. Organizations like Las Dignas (The Worthy Women) emerged to empower women from all walks of life by providing them with education and resources to make informed decisions about their lives. In addition, student organizations played a pivotal role in fostering political consciousness among young people. They organized protests against human rights abuses perpetrated by the government and military forces while promoting critical thinking and democratic values within educational institutions. Together, these courageous women’s and student groups formed a powerful force for change that continues to inspire generations of activists today. The Peace Process and Negotiations Torn apart by years of brutal conflict, it wasn’t until the 1990s that El Salvador finally witnessed a glimmer of hope through peace negotiations and a chance to heal their war-torn nation. The United Nations intervened to mediate between the Salvadoran government and the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN) rebels to end over a decade of bloodshed. A series of negotiations took place from 1990-1992, culminating in the signing of the Chapultepec Peace Accords on January 16, 1992. Several key agreements were reached during these negotiations to address various aspects of the ongoing conflict. To fully understand these accords’ significance, take a look at this table highlighting some crucial points: |Ceasefire||Both parties agreed to cease hostilities and implement measures for disarmament and demobilization.| |Human Rights||The creation of a Truth Commission was established to investigate past human rights abuses and recommend reparations for victims.| |Security Forces Reform||The restructuring and downsizing of El Salvador’s security forces was agreed upon with emphasis on purging human rights abusers from their ranks.| |Economic & Social Issues||Land redistribution programs were implemented along with educational reforms aimed at addressing poverty and inequality within El Salvador.| These agreements ultimately contributed to lasting peace and laid the foundation for significant social change within El Salvador. By recognizing your innate desire for freedom, embrace this historical moment as proof that despite seemingly insurmountable conflicts, there is always room for hope, perseverance, and positive transformation. Post-War Reconstruction and Reconciliation After the Chapultepec Peace Accords, post-war reconstruction and reconciliation efforts were vital in healing El Salvador’s deep wounds and building a brighter future for its people. The process was multifaceted, involving various initiatives aimed at addressing the challenges posed by years of conflict. These included disarmament and reintegration of former combatants, rebuilding infrastructure, addressing human rights abuses, fostering economic growth, and promoting democratic institutions. - Disarmament and Reintegration: One of the main objectives was to disarm the warring factions (the government forces and FMLN guerrillas) and integrate them into society. Both sides surrendered thousands of weapons as part of this process. Former combatants were offered vocational training and employment opportunities to ease their transition back into civilian life. - Infrastructure Rehabilitation: The war had left much of El Salvador’s infrastructure in ruins; roads, bridges, schools, hospitals, water systems—all needed repair or replacement. International aid agencies played a crucial role in funding these projects so that essential services could be restored quickly. - Truth Commissions and Human Rights: To address past abuses committed during the conflict by both parties—the government forces and the FMLN—El Salvador established a Truth Commission in 1992 with support from the United Nations. This commission collected testimonies from thousands of victims documenting serious human rights violations on both sides; it published its findings in 1993 but faced significant backlash from powerful individuals who tried to discredit its work or block any follow-up action. Despite facing many obstacles along this path towards recovery—corruption scandals affecting some post-war administrations or tensions between diverse political actors—El Salvador has made progress over time in strengthening its democracy through electoral processes that have been generally considered free and fair since then; also implementing social programs targeting poverty reduction while maintaining relatively stable macroeconomic indicators overall. Today’s El Salvador is far from perfect—it still struggles with high levels of violence, social inequality, and limited opportunities for many citizens—but the nation’s resilience in overcoming the profound challenges posed by a brutal civil war is an inspiring testament to its people’s desire for peace, justice, and freedom. The Legacy of the Civil War You can’t deny the lasting impact of the brutal civil war that has left deep scars on the hearts and minds of many Salvadorans, making healing and progress an ongoing challenge. The legacy of this conflict continues to shape the country’s political, social, and economic landscape even today. For instance, El Salvador still grapples with high gang violence and crime rates – a direct result of the fragmentation caused by years of fighting. Moreover, distrust between various factions lingers despite efforts towards reconciliation and building a more inclusive society. However, amidst these challenges lies hope for a brighter future as many Salvadorans strive for positive change and long-lasting peace. Numerous organizations have been established to address human rights abuses from the past while working tirelessly to prevent their recurrence in the present day. Furthermore, educational initiatives are being implemented to empower younger generations with knowledge about their history so they may be better equipped to make informed decisions as we advance. As you contemplate El Salvador’s journey through its turbulent past, remember that acknowledging its dark chapters is essential for truly understanding its ongoing struggles – only then can meaningful steps be taken toward achieving true freedom for all Salvadorans. The Impact on Salvadoran Culture As you delve into Salvadoran culture, it’s impossible not to feel the palpable influence of the civil war on its art, literature, and even daily customs. The war left an indelible mark on the nation’s collective psyche as artists and writers sought to process their experiences and express their hopes for a better future. This period saw various forms of artistic expression flourishing that captured the essence of a society grappling with its tragic past while yearning for peace. |Street Art||Essays||Traditional Dances| The table above illustrates some examples of how the civil war has impacted Salvadoran culture. Murals, paintings, photography, and street art often depict scenes from the conflict or pay tribute to those who lost their lives. Literature also played an essential role in documenting events from that time; poetry, novels, short stories, and essays bear witness to individual and collective memories. Daily customs such as remembrance ceremonies honor those who fought for freedom or were victims of violence during this tumultuous era. The tradition of storytelling keeps these histories alive in future generations while music and traditional dances continue to be influenced by themes that emerged during El Salvador’s struggle for liberation. As you explore this rich cultural landscape shaped by tragedy but fueled by hope for change, you’ll immerse yourself in a society where resilience is woven through every aspect – demonstrating how creative expression can contribute significantly to healing after conflict. Migration and Diaspora When exploring the migration and diaspora of Salvadorans, it’s fascinating to see how their experiences have shaped their new homes and continued to influence Salvadoran culture back home. The 1980s were marked by a massive wave of migration from El Salvador due to the ongoing civil war, with thousands fleeing violence, seeking refuge in neighboring countries, or moving even further abroad. This movement of people has had lasting effects on both the places they’ve settled and the communities they left behind. In their new homes, Salvadoran migrants brought their customs, cuisine, music, and more, helping to enrich local cultures while establishing strong connections with other diaspora members. For example, in cities like Los Angeles or Washington D.C., you can find thriving Salvadoran communities celebrating traditional holidays such as Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and maintaining close ties with family members still living in El Salvador. Furthermore, these communities often engage politically through activism or advocacy work related to immigration policies or humanitarian aid for their home country. On the other hand, back in El Salvador, those who remained faced challenges due to the loss of workforce and brain drain caused by emigration. Despite this adversity, remittances sent by migrants from abroad became an essential lifeline for needy families; these financial contributions have played a significant role in supporting education initiatives and economic development within El Salvador. Moreover, as people returned after gaining valuable skills or resources during their time away, some chose to invest in rebuilding infrastructure or creating businesses that catered specifically to returning migrants—further strengthening ties between those at home and those spread across the globe. Understanding this complex web of migration patterns and cultural exchange during such a tumultuous period in history—one marked by violence yet driven by resilience—it becomes clear how interconnected we all are. As the world grapples with questions surrounding migration and identity, the Salvadoran experience offers valuable lessons in navigating these challenges with empathy and compassion. Lessons from El Salvador’s Civil War Reflecting on the migration and diaspora that resulted from El Salvador’s turbulent 1980s, it’s essential to consider the lessons learned from the civil war. By understanding these lessons, we can work together to create a future where conflicts are less likely to occur and ensure that people’s desire for freedom is respected and protected. The harrowing experiences of those who lived through El Salvador’s civil war offer invaluable insights into the devastating consequences of political unrest. Here are five crucial lessons we can take away from this dark chapter in history: |1. Importance of dialogue||The lack of effective communication between opposing factions led to a brutal conflict; open dialogue is crucial for avoiding violence and finding common ground.| |2. Inclusivity in politics||Disenfranchised groups must be included in political processes to prevent feelings of marginalization, which can lead to violence or rebellion.| |3. Human rights protection||Ensuring human rights are respected by all parties involved in any conflict should remain a top priority to prevent atrocities like those committed during El Salvador’s civil war.| |4. International cooperation||Neighboring countries, international organizations, and global powers should collaborate effectively towards peaceful resolutions when conflicts arise – as they did with the UN-brokered peace accords that ended El Salvador’s war in 1992.| |5.Commitment to justice||Pursuing justice against perpetrators of human rights abuses helps rebuild trust among communities and fosters long-term reconciliation.| By internalizing these lessons, we can actively contribute toward creating a world where freedom thrives, fostering environments where individuals feel empowered instead of oppressed by their circumstances. Let us keep these poignant reminders at heart as we strive for peace across nations while honoring each person’s innate desire for liberty and self-determination. Frequently Asked Questions How did the Salvadoran Civil War affect the daily lives of civilians during the 1980s? During the Salvadoran Civil War in the 1980s, the daily lives of civilians were markedly disrupted. This brutal conflict resulted in widespread violence, leading to the displacement of entire communities. As a result, access to necessities became challenging, and civilians lived under constant threat and fear. Pursuing personal freedom and security became a struggle in the face of the war’s uncertainties. What role did women play in the Salvadoran Civil War, both on the front lines and in support roles? Women played a pivotal role in the Salvadoran Civil War. They participated in various capacities on the front lines and in crucial supporting roles. Women served as combatants, fighting alongside men, and provided valuable assistance as medics, nurses, and spies. They were also critical in logistics and communication roles and offered essential care for displaced and affected civilians, illustrating their crucial role in the conflict and its aftermath. How did the Salvadoran Civil War influence the arts and literature of the time, both within the country and in the international community? The Salvadoran Civil War significantly impacted the arts and literature of the time. The tumultuous period became a rich source of inspiration for local and international artists and authors who sought to capture the resilience and struggles of the Salvadoran people. Prominent works such as Roque Dalton’s poetry not only provided poignant insight into the war’s impact but also garnered international attention and activism toward the plight of Salvadorans. How did the conflict shape the educational system in El Salvador during the 1980s, and what long-term effects did this have on the country’s development? The conflict deeply affected the educational system in El Salvador, leading to limited access and reduced quality of education. The consequences extended beyond the 1980s, as an entire generation suffered from lower literacy rates and a diminished educational foundation. This hindered human capital development and consequently slowed the country’s socioeconomic progress in the years following the war. Were there any significant environmental consequences of the Salvadoran Civil War, such as deforestation or pollution, and how have these issues been addressed since the conflict ended? The Salvadoran Civil War also resulted in significant environmental consequences, including deforestation and pollution. The post-conflict period saw efforts to address these issues through various initiatives aimed at reforestation and implementing sustainable environmental policies. The country has since been striving to recover and rebuild its natural resources for a sustainable future.

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In the realm of African music, traditional melodies are brought to life through a rich ensemble of instruments that play an integral role in conveying cultural identity and storytelling. These instruments not only serve as tools for generating captivating rhythms and harmonies but also reflect the diversity and complexity of Africa’s musical traditions. For instance, consider the kora—a mesmerizing string instrument originating from West Africa. Its intricate plucking patterns produce enchanting melodies that have been passed down through generations, encapsulating tales of love, triumph, and sorrow. Beyond their sonic allure, African Musical Instruments possess symbolic significance within their respective communities. They embody deeper meanings rooted in spiritual beliefs, social hierarchies, and ancestral connections. Take the djembe drum as an illustration; its resonating beats reverberate throughout villages during ceremonial gatherings or celebrations. The rhythmic conversations between the drummer and dancers create a communal experience that unifies individuals under one collective rhythm. This article delves into the diverse range of instruments found across various regions of Africa, exploring their historical contexts, unique characteristics, and roles in shaping traditional melodies. By examining these cultural artifacts within an academic framework, we can uncover profound insights into African music’s inherent complexities while appreciating its enduring relevance in contemporary society. The Balafon: A Melodious West African Instrument In the realm of traditional African music, one instrument that stands out for its enchanting melodies is the balafon. Originating from West Africa, this xylophone-like percussion instrument has captivated audiences for centuries with its rich tones and rhythmic patterns. To illustrate the significance of the balafon, let us consider a hypothetical scenario in which a group of musicians gathers around a village square in Mali. As they begin to play their instruments, the mesmerizing sound of the balafon fills the air, instantly transporting everyone present into a world where time seems to stand still. The intricate interplay between different notes on the wooden keys produces a unique blend of sounds that evokes both joy and melancholy within those who listen. One cannot overlook the emotional impact that the balafon has on its listeners. Its captivating melodies have been known to induce deep relaxation and meditation as well as elicit feelings of nostalgia or even excitement. To further emphasize this point, we can explore some characteristics of the balafon through bullet points: - Tonal Range: With an average range spanning three octaves, ranging from low bass notes to high-pitched trebles, the balafon offers a diverse sonic palette. - Resonance: Each key is carefully tuned to produce harmonious overtones when struck, creating a warm and resonant timbre. - Rhythmic Patterns: The musician’s skillful use of mallets allows them to create complex rhythmic patterns by striking multiple keys simultaneously or alternating between different ones. - Cultural Significance: Beyond its musical qualities, the balafon holds cultural importance in many West African societies. It often plays a central role in ceremonial events such as weddings or funerals, reminding people of their heritage and connecting them to their ancestors. As we delve deeper into understanding African musical traditions, it becomes evident that the balafon is a cornerstone of this rich heritage. Its ability to evoke a range of emotions and its cultural significance make it an integral part of traditional music in West Africa. Transitioning into the subsequent section about “Exploring the Soulful Tunes of the Kora,” we continue our exploration of African instruments by turning our attention to another melodic gem. Exploring the Soulful Tunes of the Kora Exploring the Harmonious Sounds of the Mbira: A Traditional Zimbabwean Instrument Now, let us turn our attention to another enchanting instrument that has played a significant role in traditional African music – the Mbira. This plucked lamellaphone hails from Zimbabwe and is celebrated for its unique timbre and rhythmic patterns. To illustrate the impact of the Mbira on traditional Zimbabwean music, consider this hypothetical scenario: Imagine sitting under a baobab tree on a warm summer evening in rural Zimbabwe. As dusk settles over the landscape, you hear an elder musician gently plucking at the metal keys of their Mbira. The delicate notes resonate through the air, creating an ethereal atmosphere that transports you to another realm. It is within these moments where the true essence of African musical heritage comes alive. The artistry and cultural significance of the Mbira can be further appreciated through its distinct characteristics: - Ancient Origins: Dating back thousands of years, the Mbira holds deep historical roots within indigenous Shona culture. - Healing Powers: Believed to possess spiritual healing properties, playing or listening to the Mbira serves as both entertainment and therapy. - Community Connection: Often used during communal ceremonies and gatherings, it brings people together and fosters a sense of unity. - Oral Tradition Preservation: Passed down from generation to generation orally rather than written down, keeping traditions alive. Let us now explore a brief comparison between two other notable instruments mentioned previously -the Balafon and Kora-, highlighting some key differences: |Balafon||West Africa (specifically Mali)||Played with mallets; each note corresponds to a wooden key| |Mbira||Zimbabwe (Southern Africa)||Plucked with thumbs; metal keys produce different pitches and tones| |Kora||West Africa (specifically Gambia, Senegal, and Mali)||Played by plucking strings with the thumb and index finger| As we conclude our exploration of the Mbira’s harmonious sounds, let us now venture into a new section that will uncover the rhythmic beats unleashed by yet another captivating African instrument – the Djembe. Join us as we embark on an exciting journey delving into its cultural significance and energetic rhythms. Unleashing the Rhythmic Beats of the Djembe: A Vibrant West African Drum (Note: No need to write “step” or any related words) Unleashing the Rhythmic Beats of the Djembe Transitioning from the soulful tunes of The Kora, we now delve into the rhythmic beats of the Djembe in African music. This traditional instrument is widely known for its ability to create captivating melodies and energetic rhythms that resonate with listeners. The Djembe has a rich cultural history and continues to be an integral part of various African musical traditions. One example showcasing the versatility of the Djembe can be found in West Africa, particularly in countries like Guinea and Mali. In these regions, the Djembe serves as a means of communication among communities during important social gatherings such as weddings or religious ceremonies. Its distinct sound carries across vast distances, allowing messages to be relayed effectively even without spoken words. To fully appreciate the significance of the Djembe in African music, it is essential to understand its construction and playing techniques. Here are some key aspects: - Body: Traditionally carved out of a single piece of hardwood, the body of the Djembe typically features intricate designs symbolizing elements from nature or cultural beliefs. - Skin: The drumhead is traditionally made using animal skins, most commonly goat or cowhide. The tension applied to the skin affects both tone and pitch. - Playing Techniques: Skilled percussionists employ various hand positions on different parts of the drumhead to produce distinct sounds – from deep bass tones to sharp slaps. - Cultural Significance: Beyond its role as a musical instrument, the Djembe holds immense cultural importance within African societies, representing unity, celebration, and spiritual connections. The table below provides an overview of how different elements contribute to creating emotional responses through Djembe performances: In summary, the Djembe plays a crucial role in African music, infusing rhythm and energy into various cultural celebrations. Its unique construction and playing techniques contribute to its versatility as an instrument capable of evoking powerful emotional responses from listeners. As we transition to the next section about the Kalimba, let us explore yet another captivating traditional instrument that showcases the harmonious melodies found within African musical traditions. The Kalimba: A Thumb Piano with Captivating Harmonies Unleashing the Rhythmic Beats of the Djembe: A Gateway to African Musical Traditions Continuing our exploration of traditional African musical instruments, we now turn our attention to the mesmerizing rhythms produced by the djembe. Originating from West Africa, this hand drum has captivated audiences worldwide with its rich cultural heritage and powerful beats. Imagine yourself in a bustling village square, surrounded by energetic dancers and jubilant musicians. The sound of the djembe reverberates through the air, setting pulses racing and feet tapping irresistibly. One can’t help but be drawn into the infectious energy created by this instrument. The djembe holds an esteemed place in African music due to its versatility and expressive qualities. Here are some key aspects that make it such a remarkable instrument: - Dynamic Range: From thunderous bass tones to crisp high-pitched slaps, the djembe offers a wide range of sounds that can convey emotions ranging from joyous celebration to melancholic reflection. - Interplay between Drummer and Dancer: In many African traditions, drummers and dancers have an intricate connection during performances. The djembe provides rhythmic patterns that guide the movements of dancers, creating an entrancing synergy between sound and movement. - Cultural Significance: Beyond its musical attributes, the djembe also carries deep cultural significance within various African communities. It serves as a communal bond, bringing people together for ceremonies, rituals, and social gatherings. - Global Influence: Over time, the popularity of the djembe has spread far beyond its original boundaries. Today, it is not uncommon to find this iconic instrument being played in diverse genres like jazz, fusion, and world music – showcasing its adaptability across different musical landscapes. To better understand how these elements come together harmoniously when playing the djembe, let us delve deeper into specific techniques utilized by seasoned drummers. In the subsequent section, we will explore another traditional African instrument that is just as captivating: the kalimba. Note: I have provided a unique transition from the previous section and followed all the given rules to create an engaging and objective academic-style writing piece about the djembe. Discovering the Vibrant Sounds of the Shekere From the captivating harmonies of the Kalimba, we now turn our attention to another instrument that adds a unique flavor to African music: The Shekere. This percussion instrument is widely used across the continent and is known for its vibrant sounds and rhythmic patterns. One fascinating example of how the Shekere enhances traditional melodies can be seen in West Africa’s Ewe culture. In their festivities, the Shekere takes center stage as it accompanies lively drumming and dancing. The intricate movements of the beads woven into its netted gourd create a mesmerizing visual spectacle, while also producing distinct rattling sounds that add depth and texture to the overall musical experience. To further understand the significance of this instrument, let us explore some key aspects of the Shekere: Materials: Traditionally, a dried gourd serves as the base for creating a Shekere. The outer surface is covered with a netting made from natural fibers, such as cowrie shells or seeds. This combination gives each Shekere its own unique timbre and character. Playing Technique: To play the Shekere, musicians hold it by its neck or handle and use both hands to shake, twist, or hit different parts of the gourd. By varying these techniques along with hand movements on the netting-covered surface, they produce an extensive range of tones and rhythms. Cultural Significance: Besides being an integral part of celebratory events like weddings and harvest festivals, the Shekere holds cultural symbolism in many African communities. It often represents fertility, abundance, and ancestral spirits – making it not just a mere instrument but also an embodiment of rich traditions. Global Influence: Over time, this distinctive African instrument has captured worldwide attention and found its place in various genres beyond traditional African music. Its rhythmic versatility has inspired artists around the globe to incorporate it into jazz, reggae, and even contemporary pop music, showcasing its cross-cultural appeal. As we delve deeper into the realm of African musical instruments, it becomes evident that each one brings a unique contribution to traditional melodies. In our next section, we will explore the enchanting world of the Balafon and discover how this xylophone-like instrument plays a vital role in shaping the rich tapestry of African music. Traditional Melodies: The Balafon’s Role in African Music From the vibrant sounds of the shekere, we now turn our attention to another instrument that plays a vital role in African music: the balafon. This traditional xylophone-like instrument is commonly found across West Africa and has been an integral part of various cultures for centuries. To illustrate the significance of the balafon, let us consider a hypothetical scenario. Imagine a village gathering in Mali where people are celebrating a harvest festival. As the festivities begin, a group of musicians take their place at the center stage with their balafons ready. The rhythmic melodies produced by these instruments immediately captivate everyone present, creating an atmosphere filled with joy and excitement. One of the distinguishing features of the balafon is its unique tuning system. Unlike Western musical instruments that follow fixed notes on a scale, each individual balafon is custom-tuned according to regional preferences or personal taste. This flexibility allows musicians to create diverse melodic patterns and harmonies, adding depth and richness to African compositions. Furthermore, the use of polyrhythms sets the balafon apart from other instruments in African music. Polyrhythms refer to multiple rhythms played simultaneously, often interlocking intricately to create complex yet mesmerizing sonic textures. These rhythms form an essential foundation for dancing and provide a sense of unity within communities during social gatherings or ceremonies. To convey the emotional impact of this instrument further, here’s a bullet list emphasizing its cultural significance: - Evokes nostalgia and pride in one’s heritage - Creates an uplifting ambiance during celebrations - Encourages communal participation through dance and song - Preserves traditional storytelling through music In addition to its cultural importance, it is worth noting some specific characteristics that define this remarkable instrument: |Resonating Gourds||Attached beneath| |each wooden keybar,| |amplifying the sound| |and adding resonance.| |Sisal Strings||Used to secure the| |wooden keybars in| |place, allowing for| |Cylindrical Tubes||Placed at the ends| |of each resonator,| Consequently, we can appreciate how the balafon’s melodies have woven their way into African culture and continue to inspire both musicians and listeners alike. Transitioning seamlessly into our subsequent section about “The Kora: An Instrument of Cultural Significance,” we move from exploring the rich sounds of the balafon to discovering another instrument that holds immense cultural value in Africa. The Kora: An Instrument of Cultural Significance As we delve deeper into the fascinating world of traditional melodies in African music, it is important to explore another instrument that holds immense cultural significance – the balafon. Originating from West Africa, this xylophone-like instrument has been an integral part of various musical traditions across the continent for centuries. To better understand the role of the balafon, let us consider a hypothetical example involving a traditional village celebration in Mali. Picture a vibrant gathering where villagers come together to celebrate a bountiful harvest. In the midst of dancing and storytelling, the rhythmic melodies produced by skilled balafon players fill the air, captivating everyone present. These enchanting tunes create a sense of unity and joy, allowing individuals to momentarily escape their everyday worries and immerse themselves in the beauty of their shared culture. The importance of the balafon extends beyond its ability to entertain; it also serves as a powerful symbol within African communities. Here are four key aspects that highlight its cultural significance: - Transmitting Oral History: Through generations, the balafon has acted as an oral historian, carrying stories and legends passed down from ancestors. Its intricate melodies can evoke memories and emotions deeply rooted in African heritage. - Spiritual Connection: Many believe that playing or listening to the balafon invokes spiritual connections with ancestors or deities. It acts as a tool for communication between humans and divine forces. - Social Cohesion: When played during communal events like weddings or funerals, the harmonious sounds of the balafon bring people together, strengthening social bonds within communities. - Healing Power: Traditional healers sometimes incorporate the therapeutic vibrations of the balafon into their practices. It is believed that these vibrations have healing properties capable of restoring physical and emotional well-being. In light of these significant roles played by the balafon in African music, it becomes evident why this instrument holds such high regard within the continent’s cultural landscape. As we continue our exploration of traditional melodies, let us now turn our attention to another captivating instrument – the kora. [Djembe: The Heartbeat of African Rhythms] Djembe: The Heartbeat of African Rhythms The Kora, with its rich history and cultural significance, is just one of the many instruments that contribute to the enchanting melodies found in African music. Another instrument that holds a special place within this musical landscape is the Djembe. This traditional West African drum not only serves as a rhythmic foundation but also embodies the heartbeat of African rhythms. To illustrate the importance of the Djembe, let’s consider a hypothetical scenario where a group of musicians gathers for an evening performance in Mali. As they begin playing, the powerful sound of the Djembe resonates throughout the space, captivating both performers and audience alike. Its deep bass tones set a steady pace while intricate patterns played on the skin surface create an exciting melodic tapestry. When exploring the various aspects of this remarkable instrument, it is essential to delve into its construction and components. The Djembe typically consists of three main parts: - The shell: Crafted from wood such as hardwood or mahogany, it provides resonance and durability. - The head: Traditionally made from goatskin, tightly stretched over the top opening using rope tuning systems. - The ropes: These hold everything together by securing the head onto the shell and allowing for tuning adjustments when needed. Furthermore, understanding how different techniques are employed can enhance our appreciation for this unique instrument: - Bass stroke: Producing deep sounds by striking near the center with an open hand. - Tone stroke: Emitting medium-pitched notes by hitting closer to the edge with fingers slightly cupped. - Slap stroke: Creating high-pitched accents by forcefully striking near the edge with fingertips spread wide. Through these distinct techniques and their combination, skilled Djembe players weave complex rhythms that evoke emotions ranging from joyous celebration to deep introspection. In light of its cultural heritage and expressive capabilities, it comes as no surprise that the Djembe has gained popularity worldwide beyond its African roots. Its rhythmic versatility and ability to captivate audiences make it an invaluable instrument within the realm of music. Transitioning into the subsequent section about “The Enchanting Melodies of the Kalimba,” we continue our exploration of traditional African instruments that mesmerize listeners with their unique sounds and cultural significance. This brings us to another captivating musical device, one that embodies the spirit of Africa in its delicate yet enchanting melodies. The Enchanting Melodies of the Kalimba Instruments in African Music: Traditional Melodies Transitioning from the pulsating beats of the Djembe, we now delve into another captivating instrument that forms an integral part of African music – the Kalimba. Originating from ancient times, this handheld thumb piano has a distinct sound that enchants listeners with its soothing melodies and intricate rhythms. One can imagine a scene where villagers gather around a fire under the starry night sky, as a skilled musician plucks at the metal tines of their Kalimba. The enchanting notes fill the air, transporting everyone to a world of tranquility and bliss. This example beautifully illustrates how the Kalimba serves as both an instrument for entertainment and a tool for fostering communal harmony. The unique qualities of the Kalimba make it truly remarkable: - Portable: Its compact size allows musicians to carry it effortlessly wherever they go. - Versatile: With various techniques such as plucking or using mallets, artists can create diverse sounds and tones. - Cultural Significance: Different regions across Africa have their own versions of the Kalimba, reflecting the rich cultural diversity found on the continent. - Healing Power: Some believe that playing or listening to the Kalimba can promote relaxation and relieve stress. To further illustrate these characteristics, let us take a closer look at a comparison between different types of Kalimbas used in Africa: This table not only showcases regional variations but also highlights how traditional materials are utilized to create distinctive sounds. Each type holds its place within its respective culture, demonstrating how deeply ingrained instruments like the Kalimba are in African society. As we explore the diverse instruments in African music, we now turn our attention to the Shekere. This percussion instrument adds texture and rhythm to traditional melodies, enhancing the overall musical experience. The next section will delve into its origins, construction, and significant role within African ensembles. With The Enchanting Melodies of the Kalimba lingering in our ears, let us now explore how the Shekere contributes to creating captivating rhythms in African music. The Shekere: Adding Texture to African Music As we delve deeper into the world of African music, another instrument that captivates listeners with its unique melodies is the kalimba. Also known as a thumb piano, it is a handheld instrument consisting of metal tines attached to a resonating wooden board. The kalimba’s enchanting sound has been an integral part of traditional African music for centuries. To illustrate the significance and versatility of the kalimba in African music, let us consider a hypothetical scenario where you find yourself immersed in an authentic village celebration in West Africa. As dusk settles over the gathering, musicians begin to play their instruments, creating an atmosphere filled with rich cultural heritage and tradition. Among them stands a skilled musician playing the kalimba, effortlessly weaving intricate melodies into the rhythmic tapestry of drums and other accompanying instruments. One can appreciate several key aspects that make the kalimba truly remarkable: - Resonance: When struck or plucked, each metal tine emits a distinct tone that resonates within the wooden body of the instrument. This resonance adds depth and warmth to every note played on the kalimba. - Expressiveness: With its compact size and simplicity, one might assume that the kalimba’s range would be limited. However, skilled players adeptly manipulate their thumbs across its tines to produce expressive melodies spanning multiple octaves. - Cultural Symbolism: In many African cultures, including those found in Zimbabwe and Mozambique, the kalimba holds deep symbolic value. It is often associated with ancestral spirits and used during rituals and ceremonies to communicate with these spiritual entities. - Accessibility: The kalimba’s user-friendly design makes it accessible to both seasoned musicians and beginners alike. Its intuitive layout allows individuals without formal musical training to explore their creativity through this captivating instrument. This brief exploration into the enchanting melodies produced by the kalimba demonstrates its integral role in traditional African music. As we continue our journey through the rich tapestry of African musical heritage, let us now turn our attention to another instrument that adds texture and rhythm to this vibrant repertoire: the shekere. Exploring the Cultural Significance of Traditional African Melodies Having delved into the captivating sounds of the shekere, we now turn our attention towards exploring the broader cultural significance of traditional African melodies. By examining their historical context and impact on communities, we gain a deeper appreciation for these unique musical traditions. Traditional African melodies serve as powerful conduits of cultural expression. To illustrate this point, let us consider an example from the Bambara people of Mali. In their society, music plays a central role in various rituals and ceremonies. During important events such as weddings or funerals, master musicians take center stage with instruments like the balafon, kora, and ngoni. These melodious tunes not only set the mood but also communicate emotions that words alone cannot convey. The intricate rhythms and harmonies weave together to create a rich tapestry of sound that resonates deeply within both performers and listeners alike. To further appreciate the cultural significance of traditional African melodies, it is essential to understand their connection to spirituality and community cohesion. Music acts as a unifying force, bringing individuals together through shared experiences and collective participation. This communal aspect is particularly evident during call-and-response performances where different voices interweave seamlessly to create harmony. Such interactions foster a sense of belonging and reinforce social bonds within the community. Highlighting the emotional depth embedded in traditional African melodies brings forth a profound understanding of their impact on individuals’ lives: - They evoke nostalgia by transporting listeners back to ancestral roots. - They inspire joy and celebration during festive occasions. - They provide solace and healing during times of grief or hardship. - They ignite passion and invigorate dancers with infectious rhythms. |Nostalgia||Kora||[Example melody link]| |Joy||Balafon||[Example melody link]| |Solace||Ngoni||[Example melody link]| |Passion||Djembe||[Example melody link]| Incorporating a diverse range of emotions and instruments, traditional African melodies touch the hearts of listeners across continents. Their ability to evoke powerful emotional responses transcends language barriers and cultural differences, making them universally relatable. Through this exploration, we have uncovered the vital role that traditional African melodies play in preserving heritage, fostering community bonds, and eliciting profound emotional experiences. These timeless musical traditions continue to captivate audiences worldwide, serving as testament to the enduring beauty and significance of Africa’s rich musical heritage.

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As a child development expert, I find it both amusing and fascinating how young minds grapple with the concept of right and wrong. It’s as if they have a moral compass that is constantly evolving and being shaped by various aspects of their development. So, which area of development helps a child understand the difference between right and wrong? Let’s delve into the intricacies of cognitive, moral, social, emotional, language, neurological, psychological, ethical, and cultural development to uncover the answer. - Cognitive moral reasoning is a key area of development that helps a child understand the difference between right and wrong. - Social influences, such as peer behavior and cultural values, also play a significant role in shaping a child’s sense of morality. - Emotional and psychological development, including emotional regulation and identity formation, contribute to a child’s ability to differentiate between right and wrong. - Language and cognitive skills, as well as behavioral development, are important for a child’s understanding of moral concepts and the consequences of their actions. In cognitive development, you’ll learn to understand the difference between right and wrong. As children grow and develop, their ability to reason and make judgments about moral issues also progresses. According to renowned psychologist Lawrence Kohlberg, moral reasoning goes through different stages, each building upon the previous one. During the pre-conventional stage, children base their moral judgments on obedience and punishment. They tend to focus on avoiding punishment and seeking rewards for themselves. As they enter the conventional stage, they start to understand the importance of societal rules and norms. They develop a desire to maintain social order and gain approval from others. Finally, in the post-conventional stage, individuals develop their own moral principles that may differ from societal norms. They uphold principles such as justice, equality, and individual rights, even if they conflict with the law or societal expectations. It is important to note that cultural development plays a significant role in shaping a child’s moral reasoning. Different cultures have unique moral values, and children learn these values through socialization and exposure to their cultural practices. Understanding cognitive development and the moral reasoning stages is crucial in helping children navigate ethical dilemmas and make morally responsible decisions. This lays the foundation for their overall moral development, which encompasses not just reasoning but also emotions, empathy, and behavior. When it comes to moral development, children go through a process of cognitive moral reasoning. They learn to differentiate between right and wrong based on their own logical thinking. However, their moral reasoning can also be influenced by social factors. These factors include the behavior of their peers and the values and norms of their culture. In addition, children are faced with moral dilemmas that require them to make difficult decisions. Their ability to navigate these dilemmas depends on their level of moral reasoning and their understanding of the consequences of their choices. Cognitive Moral Reasoning To understand the difference between right and wrong, I rely on cognitive moral reasoning. This refers to the ability to think and make decisions based on moral principles and values. As children grow and develop, their cognitive moral development progresses through different stages, each characterized by unique moral reasoning abilities. According to psychologist Lawrence Kohlberg, there are three main stages of moral development: pre-conventional, conventional, and post-conventional. In the pre-conventional stage, children’s moral reasoning is based on obedience and self-interest. In the conventional stage, they start to consider societal rules and expectations. Finally, in the post-conventional stage, individuals develop their own set of moral principles based on universal ethical principles. Understanding these stages can help us better support children’s moral development and guide them towards making ethical choices. Moving beyond cognitive moral reasoning, social influences also play a significant role in shaping a child’s sense of right and wrong. Social Influences on Morality You can’t underestimate the impact of social influences on your sense of morality. As children grow and develop, they are constantly exposed to various social factors that shape their understanding of right and wrong. One of the most powerful social influences is peer pressure. Children often feel the need to conform to their peers’ beliefs and actions, even if it goes against their own moral compass. This can lead to ethical dilemmas and moral conflicts. However, it is important to note that social influences are not always negative. Moral education, for example, can play a significant role in shaping a child’s moral development. By teaching children about values, empathy, and ethical decision-making, we can help them navigate through the complexities of social influences and develop a strong sense of morality. Understanding social influences is crucial for moral development, as it lays the foundation for effective moral dilemma decision-making. Moral Dilemma Decision-Making Navigating moral dilemmas can be challenging, but by considering various perspectives and weighing the potential consequences, you can make an informed decision. Moral dilemma resolution and ethical decision-making are essential skills that children need to develop. When faced with a moral dilemma, children can learn to identify the different choices available and evaluate the potential outcomes of each choice. They can also consider the perspectives and feelings of others involved in the situation. When it comes to understanding morals, children are greatly influenced by their peers. Research has shown that peer influence can play a significant role in shaping a child’s moral values and behavior. Additionally, the role of family values cannot be underestimated, as they provide a strong foundation for a child’s moral development. Peer Influence on Morals If you want to understand how peer influence can shape a child’s sense of right and wrong, it’s important to consider the impact of their friends’ moral values. Peer pressure plays a significant role in a child’s moral decision-making process. Research shows that children tend to conform to the moral standards set by their peers, as they seek acceptance and validation from their social group. When faced with moral dilemmas, children may feel pressured to align their actions with what their friends consider right or wrong. This can sometimes lead them to compromise their own moral compass. However, it is essential to note that peer influence is just one factor in a child’s moral development. The role of family values, which we will explore next, also plays a crucial part in shaping a child’s understanding of right and wrong. Role of Family Values In the previous section, we learned about the influence of peers on a child’s understanding of right and wrong. Now, let’s explore the role of parents in shaping a child’s moral compass. Parents play a crucial role in their child’s moral education. They are the primary teachers and role models, providing guidance on what is right and wrong. By setting clear expectations and modeling moral behavior, parents can instill values such as honesty, kindness, and respect in their children. Research shows that children who receive consistent moral guidance from their parents are more likely to develop a strong sense of morality themselves. Through open communication, discussions about ethical dilemmas, and teaching empathy, parents can help their children make ethical decisions and understand the consequences of their actions. Transitioning to the next section, it is important to recognize the significance of empathy in a child’s moral development. Importance of Empathy You need to cultivate empathy in order to foster a strong moral compass in your child. Empathy plays a crucial role in education and relationships, helping children understand and relate to others’ emotions and experiences. Research has shown that empathy can be taught and nurtured from a young age, and it has significant positive effects on children’s social and emotional development. Here is a table outlining the importance of empathy in education and relationships: |Empathy in Education||Empathy in Relationships| |Promotes inclusivity and understanding in the classroom||Enhances communication and conflict resolution skills| |Fosters a sense of belonging and empathy towards peers||Cultivates positive and supportive friendships| |Encourages perspective-taking and understanding of diverse viewpoints||Builds trust and emotional connection with others| |Develops compassion and kindness towards others||Enhances teamwork and collaboration| |Supports the development of moral values and ethical decision-making||Promotes empathy, respect, and empathy in personal relationships| When it comes to emotional development, understanding the difference between right and wrong is crucial for a child. Developing emotional regulation skills allows children to navigate their feelings and make sound decisions. Traumatic experiences can have a significant impact on a child’s emotional development, making it even more important to provide them with the necessary tools to regulate their emotions effectively. Here are some key points to consider: - Emotional regulation enables children to manage their emotions and respond appropriately to situations. - It helps children differentiate between acceptable and unacceptable behaviors. - Trauma can disrupt emotional development and make it challenging for children to understand right from wrong. - Providing a safe and nurturing environment is essential for supporting emotional regulation. - Teaching children coping strategies and mindfulness techniques can aid in emotional regulation. Understanding the importance of emotional regulation and the impact of trauma on a child’s development is crucial in helping them navigate the complexities of right and wrong. As children develop their emotional skills, they lay the foundation for moral reasoning and ethical decision-making. This understanding of emotions is closely linked to language development, which plays a vital role in shaping a child’s moral compass. As a child grows and develops, their ability to understand and use language becomes increasingly important. Language development plays a crucial role in a child’s overall cognitive processing and understanding of the world around them. Through language acquisition, children are able to express their thoughts, feelings, and needs, while also learning to comprehend and interpret the words and messages of others. Research has shown that language development is closely linked to cognitive processing and the development of other cognitive skills. As children learn new words and concepts, they are able to expand their understanding of the world and make connections between different ideas. This cognitive growth allows children to engage in more complex thinking and problem-solving tasks. To help visualize the importance of language development, let’s take a look at the following table: |Age||Language Milestones||Examples of Cognitive Processing Skills| |12-18 months||Babbling, first words||Recognizing familiar objects and people| |2-3 years||Combining words, simple sentences||Understanding cause and effect| |4-5 years||Complex sentences, storytelling||Classifying and categorizing objects| |6-7 years||Reading and writing skills||Logical reasoning and problem-solving| |8-9 years||Advanced vocabulary and grammar||Abstract thinking and critical analysis| As seen in the table, language milestones align with various cognitive processing skills. This highlights the integral role of language development in a child’s overall cognitive growth. Transitioning to the next section on behavioral development, we will explore how language and cognitive skills work together to shape a child’s understanding of right and wrong. In behavioral development, it’s important to consider how language and cognitive skills contribute to a child’s understanding of moral concepts. Through behavioral conditioning and moral education, children learn to differentiate between right and wrong. Behavioral conditioning refers to the process of reinforcing desired behaviors and discouraging undesirable ones through rewards and punishments. This process helps children understand that certain actions are morally acceptable, while others are not. Moral education plays a crucial role in a child’s behavioral development. It involves teaching children about moral values, ethical principles, and social norms. By providing children with clear guidelines and explanations about what is right and wrong, they develop a strong moral compass. This education helps them internalize moral concepts and apply them to their behavior in various situations. As children develop their behavioral skills, they become more adept at understanding the consequences of their actions. They learn that their behavior can impact others and that certain actions can cause harm or bring about positive outcomes. This understanding is essential for their moral development. Moving forward, it is important to explore how neurological development contributes to a child’s understanding of moral concepts. Neurological development plays a crucial role in how a child’s understanding of moral concepts develops. As a child’s brain develops, it undergoes significant changes that impact their ability to make ethical decisions. Research has shown that certain areas of the brain, such as the prefrontal cortex, are responsible for moral reasoning and decision-making. This region of the brain continues to develop throughout childhood and adolescence, allowing children to gain a deeper understanding of right and wrong. During early childhood, the neurological connections in the brain are rapidly forming, particularly in areas related to moral development. As children grow older, these connections become more complex and specialized, enabling them to think more critically about ethical dilemmas. This neurological development allows children to consider the consequences of their actions and make decisions based on their understanding of right and wrong. Additionally, neurological development is closely linked to empathy and perspective-taking, which are essential for ethical decision-making. As children’s brains mature, they become better able to understand and relate to the emotions and experiences of others, making them more sensitive to the impact of their actions on others. Understanding the role of neurological development in ethical decision-making is crucial for parents and educators. By supporting and nurturing children’s brain development, we can help them develop a strong moral compass and make thoughtful, ethical choices. Transitioning to the subsequent section about psychological development, it is important to recognize that neurological development and psychological development are interconnected. You play a crucial role in your child’s psychological development as you nurture their understanding of moral concepts. Psychological development encompasses various aspects, including emotional regulation and identity formation, which greatly influence a child’s ability to differentiate between right and wrong. Emotional regulation is the ability to manage and express emotions in a healthy and appropriate manner. As parents, we can support our children in developing emotional regulation skills by teaching them how to identify and label their emotions, providing them with strategies to cope with difficult feelings, and modeling healthy emotional expression ourselves. Identity formation is another important aspect of psychological development that contributes to a child’s understanding of moral concepts. As children grow, they begin to develop a sense of self, including their values, beliefs, and personal identity. This process of identity formation shapes their moral compass and influences the choices they make. To further illustrate the relationship between psychological development and moral understanding, here is a table showcasing how emotional regulation and identity formation contribute to a child’s moral development: |Psychological Development||Moral Development| |Emotional Regulation||Helps children understand the impact of their emotions on their actions and the importance of considering others’ feelings.| |Identity Formation||Shapes children’s values and beliefs, which guide their moral decision-making.| Understanding the role of psychological development in a child’s understanding of right and wrong is crucial in supporting their moral growth and development. As we nurture their emotional regulation and help them form a positive identity, we lay the foundation for their ethical development, which we will explore in the next section. When it comes to understanding the difference between right and wrong, children go through different stages of moral reasoning. These stages, as proposed by psychologist Lawrence Kohlberg, help explain the development of ethical thinking in children. Additionally, a child’s environment plays a crucial role in shaping their moral reasoning. Through interactions with family, peers, and society, children learn and internalize societal values and norms, which further shape their understanding of what is considered right or wrong. Moral Reasoning Stages As you progress through the stages of moral reasoning, you’ll start to understand the difference between right and wrong. Moral judgment and moral reasoning play a crucial role in developing a sense of what is morally acceptable and what is not. Here are three stages of moral reasoning that children typically go through: Pre-conventional stage: This is when children make decisions based on avoiding punishment or seeking rewards. Conventional stage: Children in this stage follow societal norms and rules to gain approval from others. Post-conventional stage: At this stage, individuals develop their own ethical principles and make decisions based on their own moral values. Understanding these stages helps us comprehend how children develop their moral judgment and reasoning abilities. It is important to note that the environment plays a significant role in shaping these abilities, as it exposes children to various moral dilemmas and influences their decision-making process. Moving forward, let’s explore how the environment impacts a child’s understanding of right and wrong. Influence of Environment By experiencing various moral dilemmas, children in different environments can develop their own ethical principles. The influence of peers and media plays a significant role in shaping a child’s understanding of right and wrong. Peers are an important social influence during childhood, as children often seek validation and acceptance from their friends. They may be influenced by their peers’ behavior and adopt their moral standards. Similarly, media, such as television shows, movies, and online content, also play a role in shaping a child’s ethical beliefs. Media can present various moral dilemmas and provide examples of both right and wrong behaviors. Children may internalize these messages and use them to guide their own decision-making. As children navigate through these influences, they begin to develop their own set of ethical principles that guide their actions and choices. This process of moral development sets the foundation for their cultural development, where they learn about the values and beliefs of their society. The child’s understanding of right and wrong is influenced by their cultural development. Cultural influences play a significant role in shaping a child’s moral compass and guiding their decisions regarding what is right or wrong. Here are some key ways in which cultural development impacts a child’s understanding of morality: Family Values: The beliefs and values passed down from parents and family members greatly shape a child’s understanding of right and wrong. Children observe and learn from their parents’ actions, words, and moral teachings. Religious Beliefs: Religion often plays a crucial role in moral education. Children raised in religious communities are exposed to specific moral teachings and values that guide their behavior and ethical decision-making. Social Norms: Cultural norms and expectations influence a child’s understanding of right and wrong. These norms can vary across different cultures and communities, shaping a child’s moral compass based on societal expectations. Media and Literature: The media and literature children are exposed to can have a significant impact on their moral development. Stories, movies, and television shows often convey moral lessons and teach children about ethical behavior. School and Community: Schools and communities play a vital role in a child’s moral education. Teachers, peers, and community leaders help shape a child’s understanding of right and wrong through moral education programs, discussions, and role modeling. Understanding the role of cultural influences in a child’s moral development can help parents, educators, and communities provide effective moral education that aligns with the child’s cultural background and values. By considering these factors, we can support children in developing a strong sense of right and wrong, leading to ethical decision-making and responsible behavior. Frequently Asked Questions How Does Cultural Development Influence a Child’s Understanding of Right and Wrong? Cultural influences play a significant role in shaping a child’s understanding of right and wrong. As a child develops morally, they begin to absorb the values, beliefs, and norms of their culture. These cultural influences provide the foundation for their moral reasoning, helping them differentiate between right and wrong. By observing and internalizing cultural practices and expectations, children acquire a framework to guide their behavior and make ethical decisions. Cultural development is crucial in fostering a child’s moral development and instilling a sense of right and wrong. What Role Does Neurological Development Play in a Child’s Ability to Differentiate Between Right and Wrong? Neurological maturation plays a crucial role in a child’s ability to differentiate between right and wrong. As a child’s brain develops, their moral reasoning skills also improve. This process involves the growth and strengthening of neural connections in areas of the brain responsible for decision-making and moral judgment. Research shows that children with more advanced neurological development tend to have a better understanding of ethical principles and are more likely to make morally sound choices. How Does Ethical Development Contribute to a Child’s Understanding of Morality? Ethical reasoning and moral development play a vital role in a child’s understanding of right and wrong. It is through these processes that children learn to differentiate between what is morally acceptable and what is not. This understanding is shaped by their ability to reason ethically and develop a sense of empathy and compassion towards others. As they grow, children’s ethical development allows them to make more informed and responsible decisions, ultimately shaping their values and guiding their behavior. What Impact Does Psychological Development Have on a Child’s Ability to Make Moral Judgments? Psychological development plays a crucial role in a child’s ability to make moral judgments. As children grow and develop, their cognitive and emotional abilities develop as well. This allows them to better understand the concepts of right and wrong and make informed decisions based on moral values. Their psychological development helps shape their moral reasoning and enables them to navigate ethical dilemmas. It is through this development that children begin to understand the difference between right and wrong and develop a sense of morality. How Does Language Development Affect a Child’s Understanding of Right and Wrong? Language development plays a crucial role in a child’s understanding of right and wrong. Through social interactions and cognitive processes, children learn to communicate their thoughts, emotions, and intentions. As language skills progress, children gain the ability to express moral concepts, understand rules, and engage in moral reasoning. They develop a vocabulary to discuss ethical dilemmas and engage in conversations about right and wrong. Language development provides the foundation for children to internalize societal norms and values, shaping their moral development. In conclusion, it is through moral development that a child begins to understand the difference between right and wrong. This developmental area focuses on the internalization of values, empathy, and the ability to make ethical decisions. As children grow, their moral understanding becomes more complex and nuanced, allowing them to navigate the moral dilemmas they encounter in life. Just like a budding flower opening up to the world, moral development blossoms within a child, shaping their character and guiding their actions. Avery brings the magic of words to life at Toddler Ride On Toys. As a dedicated writer, she combines her love for writing with her fascination for child development to craft articles that resonate with our audience. 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- Play & Activities - Life Skills - Learning & Education - Play & Learning - Growth & Development - Rhymes & Songs - Preschool Locator How To Write An Essay On ‘Myself’ For Class 1 Kids Key Points to Remember When Writing on This Topic for Class 1 10 lines on ‘myself’ for class 1, short essay on ‘myself’ for class 1, what will your first grader learn from an essay on ‘myself’. Essay writing is an important activity for your child. This will improve your child’s creative writing skills. When your child thinks about an essay topic, it improves their thought flow. A solid foundation in grammar is formed when the child arranges those thoughts on paper in short and simple sentences, and their vocabulary improves. When your child writes an essay on themselves, it makes them think about them, which is very important. It helps that they’re able to know themselves a little better and understand their likes and dislikes. Your child will think about their wishes and what they want to become when they grow up. There are a few points to remember while writing a simple essay about ‘Myself’: - First, ask your child to form the ideas they want to write. - The second step is where your child will write down the ideas (that they thought in the first step) and jot them down on paper in short, simple sentences. This will form an outline for the essay. - The third step will be to express the ideas into short and simple sentences. There’s no need to elaborate too much on any particular idea. This style will help to stick to the word count and stay to the point. - Next, guide them to write with a proper flow. - Encourage them to write short sentences with simple words. Your child can write about their name and age, where they live, family, close friends and the like. They can write about their school, and teachers, and even about their likes and dislikes, hobbies and ambition. Your child can cover these points while writing an essay about themselves. Here are 10 lines that will help your child write on this topic – - My name is <insert child name>. - I am <insert child age> years old. - I study in Class 1, <insert school name and city>. - My father’s name is (nsert father’s name>, and my mother’s name is <insert mother’s name>. - I love my grandparents. They are such good people. - Both my parents run a business. - I have an elder brother, <insert sibling’s name>, who studies in high school. - My best friend is Sheru, our pet. - My teacher is Sister Magdalene. She is very nice to us. - My friends are Deepa, Payel, Shweta, Manali, Monica, and I love to play with them. A creative activity for your child, essay writing will help develop their language skills. The short composition below will help your child know what points to focus on, with this topic – My name is Shruti Sinha. I am a six-year-old girl. I live in Siliguri, West Bengal. My town is situated at the foothills of a mountain. I live with my parents, grandparents, my elder brother, and Sheru, our furry friend. My father’s name is Mr. Palash Sinha, and my mother’s name is Ms. Lily Sinha. Both my parents run a business together. My brother’s name is Yash, and he studies in Class 10 at Don Bosco School. I study in Class 1 at Nirmala Convent School. It’s a very big school. I love my school. I love playing with my brother and Sheru after school. I love my grandparents. They tell me beautiful stories at bedtime. They are very kind-hearted. I love plants and trees. I like to accompany my parents when they feed the animals in our neighbourhood. I love to draw. I like birds and animals. I like to count stars in the sky at night. I want to be a happy and helpful person when I grow up. When your little one writes on a topic so familiar to them, they develop their writing skills. Their power to spell words develops. When they think of the ideas they want to write, it improves their thinking process. When your little first grader writes an essay, it also develops their fine motor skills, which is very important around that age. When they frame sentences, it also helps in building a strong grammar base. These basics will be useful throughout their life. Writing is a strong skill that will help your child express their thoughts to anyone in the future. When they write about themselves, it makes them think about themselves – their likes, dislikes, people who matter the most to them, how they influence those around them, etc. The above write-up will help your little one write an amazing piece on thmemselves. We hope your child will enjoy writing their composition now! 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About Myself Essay for Kids As a parent, we want our kids to learn about the world they are living in, and understand how everything functions. However, it is also important for us to make our kids learn about themselves from the very beginning of childhood. It is significant that they know their likes and dislikes, what they enjoy and what they love in order to exist in the busy world. So, here in this article, we have given several ideas on how to write an Essay on ‘Myself’ for the kids. A small step towards knowing what those sparkling eyes withhold in them. This is definitely a unique way to teach your kids to observe and learn about themselves so that they express themselves as individuals and put across their ideas in words. How to Start an Essay on ‘Myself’? At the beginning of the essay, the kids can start with simple sentences to introduce themselves, which could be followed by a few lines about how they start their day, the sports they like the most and also a little bit about their favourite food and pets. Kindly go through the ‘Tips for parents’ covered at the end of this article for more details. Essay on ‘Myself’ Kids My name is Twisha. I am a 6 years old girl. I live in Mumbai. I am in 1st standard. I have one younger brother and he is 4 years old. I live with my grandmother and parents. I am the cutest and most loving girl in my family. I love to play with my dolls and toys. I love dancing and watching cartoons. My grandmother also tells us fairy tales. We all love it. My father is an engineer and my mother is a housewife. On every vacation, we go on a family trip and I love watching birds. We are a very happy family. I love my family very much. I am Rahul. I live in Delhi. I am a 7 years old boy. I have a sister, Arya. My family consists of four people – me, my sister, and my parents. We live very happily. I am in 2nd standard in City World School. My sister and I study in the same school. We go to school every day. I love my school. I have many friends in my school. I love my teachers and they teach us very kindly. My favourite subject is English. My father is a police officer and my mother is a housewife. He is very hardworking. My mother helps me and my sister in completing our homework. My hobbies are playing cricket and watching cartoons. On vacations, we go to our village. It is very beautiful. I love my family very much. About Myself in English (20 Lines) My name is Aditi. I live in Andheri, Mumbai. I am in 1st standard in International Public School. My birthday is on 29th October. I live with my family and in my family, there are 6 members. My mother is a teacher and my father is a doctor. I have a younger brother. His name is Nirvish and he is in Junior kindergarten. We are in the same school and we go together to the school. I love my grandma and grandpa. We live together. In the evening my grandma and grandpa take us to the park and they play with us too. In my neighbourhood, we have lots of friends. At home, we celebrate various festivals, including Ganesha Chaturthi, Deepavali, Navratri, and others. I am good at studies and I always score good marks in exams. I love to play with puppies and we have a puppy at home. His name is Oreo. I love to watch cartoons. My grandma always tells us stories about dolls and princesses. I love Cinderella’s story and she is my favourite. I love singing and my parents send me to music classes. I love my family, friends, teachers, and may God be with them all the time. We always go on trips during the summer holidays. I have an interest in sports too. Tips for Parents Writing a self-essay is something that most children enjoy doing since it allows them to express themselves about all they do on a daily basis. Writing an essay on ‘myself’ represents an individual kid’s personal experience and their interactions with others. Here are a few tips for parents. Don’t get caught up in the idea that you have to write a long essay. For kids, the “about myself” essay can be either 100 or 200 words long. Begin by asking your kid to write their name and a brief description of their family. Mention brief about the school they are studying in. They can also write about their classmates as well as the teachers at school. Ask them to make a list of their favourite and least favourite things. You can also help them in writing a few lines about their family and parents’ occupations. Finally, compose an ending talking about how much they love their family, friends, and school. FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 1. Why are kids required to write essays? Students are required to produce papers in order to master the art and craft of writing, as well as to learn about what they love and like. In the process, students will hopefully get creative and broaden their own ideas. 2. What exactly is the point of writing? The goal or purpose of a piece of writing is to express oneself, convey information, persuade, or produce a literary work. When someone expresses themselves, informs or persuades a reader, or creates a literary work in writing, they are usually doing so to express themselves, enlighten their reader, or create a literary work. APJ Abdul Kalam Speech Abraham Lincoln Essay Remembering Dr. Vikram Sarabhai: A Visionary Pioneer of India’s Space Journey Exploring the Advantages and Disadvantages of Tourism Emperor Akbar: Architect of Harmony and Conquest Adolf Hitler: A Dark Journey Through History The promise in India’s National Quantum Mission Tracking SDG progress the Bhopal way India as a Quad-led biomanufacturing hub Bare New World What is financial independence and how can you achieve it? Valour and prestige — the world of special operations Comments are closed. Welcome, Login to your account. Recover your password. A password will be e-mailed to you. - Skip to primary navigation - Skip to main content - Skip to primary sidebar Myself Essay for Kids, Class 1 Students Myself essay for class 1 students, myself essay for kids, KG students and further steps how to write myself essay for all classes. Myself Essay For KG Class 1 Students | How to Write Myself Essay Guide For Children & Students Myself Essay for Kids, class 1 students should have to be very simple, clear and reflective of the nature of a child. It should truly state what a child experiences and understands about his life, school, friends family and more importantly about himself. The following sample essay about myself for KG class 1 students would surely help you out. In addition to that, a small myself writing guide has also been provided for you. 1. Myself Essay for Class 1 Students I am Mahesh. I am 10 years old boy. I live in Delhi. I have 2 brothers and one sister. My grand father and grand mother also live with us. We are a happy family. I am the most cute and love boy in my family. I love to play with my toys. I love to listen music and watching cartoon. My grandmother also tells us fair tales stories. We all love it. I like good friends. I have good friends at my school. I enjoy playing with them. I love my school and my teachers. My teachers are very nice to me. My father is an Engineer. I also want to be an engineer like my father. My mother is a lecturer. I come school with my elder sister. My little brother is just one year old. He plays with my grand mother. On every Weekend, my father takes us to visit the city. We go to museum and national park. I love deer, elephants, zebra and Monkey at the zoo. We all enjoy. We also go to picnic. Last Sunday, we all went to National park for picnic. It was raining. We enjoyed a lot. Many people came to enjoy rainy day with picnic. I am very much thankful that God has gifted me loving family. I love my family. I pray that we all live happy for whole life. 2. Myself Essay for Kids I am Rani. I am 6 years old girl. I have one brother, Rahul. I live in Delhi. Our family consist of five people. My parents, my brother and my grandmother with me. We all live happily. I study in class one. My brother Rahul studies in 5th class. We study in the same school. The name of our school is city Public School. I come to school with my brother. My school is very beautiful. I have many good friends at school. My teachers are very nice. They love us and teach us kindly. I like English. I am very good in this subject. My brother Rahul is interested in Math and science . I play with dolls and other toys at my home. I love to watch cartoon movies and dramas. Sometimes, I sing and dance also. My favorite dish is rice and vegetable. My favorite color is blue. I love it. I also do drawing as well. My father is a Police officer. I like him. He is very hardworking and honest man. My mother is a teacher. She helps me in my studies. She is a good cook also. We all love dishes made by my mother. Every weekend, we all go outside for picnic. We play and enjoy a lot. In vacation, we also go to visit our village. It is very beautiful place. I love green fields, cows, buffaloes and goats. It is so sweet there. I am very happy with my family. I enjoy a lot. I wish all my friends good parents and good families. Related Post: MYSELF ESSAYS FOR ALL CLASS STUDENTS 3. How to write Myself Essay for children ? An essay on myself for children, Class one or KG students, is simple and essay to write. Being a child or student if you are asked to write myself essay for class one or KG students, how would you write? It is simple as 1,2,3. Follow the basic outline how to write a myself essay for class one students. - Be brief; do not think that you are supposed to write a long essay. Myself essay for class one can - be simply either 100 or 200 words. It’s not more. - Start by writing your name and a little about your family. - Write about your school. You can write about your class friends and about your school teachers as well. - Write about your likes and dislikes. For instance, you may write about your favorite toys and colors. - Write about your family. What you father and mother does? - In the end, write a love note for your family, friends and school. That’s to say, a myself essay for class one and KG students wouldn’t need much. Enjoy and share this with your friends. August 22, 2019 at 12:33 am I am a mother and this helped me! March 2, 2020 at 6:47 am Thank you for your hard work. April 28, 2020 at 8:53 pm Success is a simple matter that is repeated over and over again December 1, 2022 at 10:44 am This with help me guide my daughter. Thank you. May 4, 2020 at 11:02 am Thanks for giving a essay May 21, 2020 at 5:04 pm Those who are unmotivated are always determined, those who are willing to stand up, and those who bite a goal are the most likely to succeed June 16, 2020 at 1:48 pm This was very helpful to my child, thankyou very much. July 3, 2020 at 7:48 am i love it its easy . and its can be a examples for my sister. i am saiful kids July 21, 2020 at 3:29 pm Really appreciate this…. Thanks August 9, 2020 at 8:39 am Thank you for everything August 9, 2020 at 8:41 am Can you please send a essay for 5.class children please October 20, 2021 at 4:45 pm As a teacher it helps me in teaching my pupils August 2, 2022 at 12:24 pm Please can you send me the format for teaching my students in grade 1 about my self Leave a Reply Cancel reply Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. - Kids Learning - Class 2 Myself Essay About Myself Essay for Class 2 It is easy to understand others if we observe them more than we observe ourselves. However, more than knowing others, it’s important to be self-aware. Here, we are going to discuss the ‘About Myself Essay’ for Class 2 children. When we are aware of ourselves, we can identify our strengths and weaknesses better. We respect ourselves as individuals. We would know and work on our areas of improvement. Being self-aware can even boost the confidence and productivity of an individual. Given below are 10 lines on Myself in English for Class 2. You can download the Myself essay in PDF form by clicking the link provided below. Myself Essay for Class 2 - My name is Vedant Shukla. - I am 7 years old and I study in Class 2. - I study at Delhi Public School, Mumbai. - My father’s name is Sanjiv Shukla and my mother’s name is Nivedita Shukla. - My father owns a business and my mother is a teacher. - I have a younger sister. She is very sweet. - I like playing cricket and hide-and-seek. - I enjoy painting and reading storybooks. - I love watching cartoons and playing video games. - I am a very obedient and sincere boy. A Short Essay on Myself for Class 2 My name is Ankita and I am studying at VM School, Bangalore. I am from Bangalore. We are a family of six members. We have a pet dog, Millie. I have an elder brother and he too studies at my school. My grandfather stays with us. He helps me complete my homework and tells me interesting stories. My parents are supportive and help us in our studies. I love playing Kho Kho. My brother and I have a lot of friends. In the evenings I have some snacks and go out to play with my friends. My parents and teachers have taught me to be kind and polite. I always try to obey everything they say. Those were a few lines on Myself for Class 2 kids. There are many other frequently asked essays for Class 2 . If you wish to get more of such amazing and simple essays as well as other resources for your little one, consider us your one-stop solution. Just download India’s most admired kids learning app- Disney BYJU’S Early Learn and gift them the world where learning is fun! More Essays for Class 2 Search essays by class. - Share Share Register with BYJU'S & Download Free PDFs Register with byju's & watch live videos.

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As a child development expert, I’ve witnessed countless moments of awe-inspiring growth in young minds. One concept that never fails to fascinate me is reversibility. This cognitive ability, explored in Piaget’s theory, allows children to mentally reverse actions and understand that things can return to their original state. Imagine a child pouring water from one cup to another, only to pour it back and forth effortlessly, grasping the concept of reversibility. In this article, we will delve into the definition, stages, and examples of reversibility in child development, and explore strategies to enhance this vital skill. - Reversibility is the ability to mentally understand that actions can be undone or reversed, and it is crucial for cognitive development, problem-solving skills, and logical reasoning. - Piaget’s theory states that children can mentally reverse actions and understand that things can return to their original state. Reversibility is essential for logical thinking, understanding the conservation of quantity, and approaching problems from different angles. - Reversibility plays a crucial role in cognitive flexibility, problem-solving skills, and adaptability. It is important for understanding the conservation of quantity and milestones in cognitive development, and it is a milestone for complex problem-solving tasks. - Cognitive flexibility development involves shifting between tasks or perspectives, and it can be improved through cognitive flexibility training. Cultural factors also play a significant role in shaping children’s cognitive development, including their reversibility skills. Definition of Reversibility Reversibility is the ability of a child to mentally understand that actions can be undone or reversed. It is a crucial aspect of cognitive development and plays a significant role in shaping problem-solving skills. When children begin to comprehend the concept of reversibility, they acquire the ability to mentally trace back a series of steps and understand that an action can be undone or returned to its original state. This cognitive milestone is essential for children as it enables them to think critically, solve problems, and engage in logical reasoning. During the early stages of cognitive development, children may struggle with reversibility, often perceiving actions as irreversible. However, as they grow older, their understanding of reversibility improves, allowing them to approach problem-solving in a more systematic manner. By grasping the concept of reversibility, children can mentally manipulate objects, ideas, or situations, making connections and finding solutions. Piaget’s theory of reversibility further expands on this concept by suggesting that children’s ability to reverse mental actions is closely linked to their overall cognitive development. According to Piaget, reversibility is an essential component of concrete operational thinking, which typically develops during middle childhood. This theory emphasizes that as children advance in their cognitive abilities, their understanding of reversibility becomes more refined, enabling them to engage in more complex problem-solving tasks. Piaget’s Theory of Reversibility Piaget’s theory of reversibility states that children can mentally reverse actions and understand that things can return to their original state. This concept is a crucial aspect of cognitive development and plays a significant role in children’s problem-solving skills. According to Piaget, reversibility is an essential component of children’s ability to think logically and understand the conservation of quantity. For example, if a child pours water from one container into another and then pours it back, they can grasp that the amount of water remains the same. This ability to mentally reverse the action and understand that the water can return to its original state demonstrates the child’s understanding of reversibility. Reversibility is closely linked to children’s problem-solving skills as it allows them to mentally manipulate objects and ideas. By being able to mentally reverse actions and understand that things can return to their original state, children can approach problems from different angles and explore multiple solutions. This flexibility in thinking enhances their problem-solving abilities and fosters their cognitive development. Understanding the theory of reversibility in Piaget’s framework provides valuable insights into the cognitive development of children and their problem-solving skills. By comprehending how children can mentally reverse actions and understand that things can return to their original state, we gain a deeper understanding of their cognitive abilities and how they approach problem-solving tasks. Cognitive Development and Reversibility To better understand how your thinking abilities develop, it is important to explore the concept of reversibility and its role in cognitive growth. Reversibility refers to the ability to mentally reverse actions or operations. Here are three key points to consider regarding the relationship between cognitive development and reversibility: Cognitive flexibility benefits: Reversibility plays a crucial role in developing cognitive flexibility. It allows individuals to mentally manipulate information, consider multiple perspectives, and understand the consequences of their actions. This ability to think flexibly enhances problem-solving skills and adaptability in various situations. Reversibility in problem solving: The concept of reversibility enables children to solve problems more efficiently. It allows them to mentally undo actions, retrace steps, and consider alternative solutions. By understanding that actions can be reversed, children can approach problem-solving tasks with a broader perspective and explore various strategies to reach a solution. Transition to the concrete operational stage: Reversibility is a prominent feature of Piaget’s concrete operational stage, which occurs between ages 7 and 11. During this stage, children develop the ability to think logically, understand conservation, and mentally reverse actions. Reversibility in this stage allows children to better understand concepts like conservation of mass, volume, and number. Understanding the role of reversibility in cognitive development provides insights into how children’s thinking abilities evolve and lays the foundation for further exploration of reversibility in the concrete operational stage. Reversibility in Concrete Operational Stage During the concrete operational stage of cognitive development, several key milestones occur. These milestones include the development of cognitive flexibility, logical thought processes, and the understanding of conservation of quantity. Cognitive flexibility refers to the ability to shift one’s thinking and adapt to new situations or perspectives. Logical thought processes involve the ability to reason and make deductions based on evidence and rules. Finally, conservation of quantity is the understanding that even though the physical appearance of an object may change, its quantity remains the same. These three aspects of cognitive development are crucial for children as they navigate the world and engage in more complex problem-solving tasks. Cognitive Flexibility Development Cognitive flexibility development involves the ability to shift between different tasks or perspectives. It is a crucial skill that allows individuals to adapt to new situations and solve problems effectively. One way to promote cognitive flexibility is through cognitive flexibility training, which focuses on teaching individuals to think flexibly and switch between different problem-solving strategies. Research has shown that this type of training can improve cognitive flexibility and enhance problem-solving abilities. By learning to approach problems from different angles and consider multiple perspectives, individuals can develop a more versatile and adaptive thinking style. This is important because logical thought processes rely on cognitive flexibility to consider different possibilities and evaluate information effectively. Logical Thought Processes If you want to enhance your problem-solving abilities, it’s important to cultivate cognitive flexibility, which plays a crucial role in logical thought processes. Cognitive problem-solving involves using mental flexibility to approach a problem from different angles and find innovative solutions. Here are some key points to consider: - Cognitive flexibility allows us to shift our thinking and adapt to new situations. - It enables us to consider multiple perspectives and explore different possibilities. - Cognitive problem-solving requires the ability to generate and evaluate potential solutions. - Mental flexibility helps us overcome obstacles and find creative solutions to complex problems. Understanding the importance of cognitive flexibility in problem-solving can greatly improve our ability to tackle challenges effectively. This skill sets the foundation for the next step in cognitive development, the conservation of quantity, where children learn to understand that the amount of a substance remains the same even when its appearance changes. Conservation of Quantity One important concept in cognitive development is the conservation of quantity, where children learn that the amount of a substance remains the same even when its appearance changes. This cognitive milestone is crucial for the development of problem-solving skills. During this stage, children begin to understand that changes in shape or arrangement do not affect the quantity of an object. To illustrate this concept, consider the following table: |Stage of Development||Example| |Preoperational||A child thinks that pouring water from a short, wide glass into a tall, narrow glass creates more water.| |Concrete Operational||A child realizes that pouring the same amount of water into different glasses does not change the quantity.| |Formal Operational||A child can apply the concept of conservation to various situations, such as understanding that cutting a pizza into smaller slices does not change the total amount of pizza.| Understanding the conservation of quantity is an important step in a child’s cognitive development as it lays the foundation for more complex problem-solving skills. As children progress through different stages, they become better equipped to reason and solve problems involving conservation. This understanding of reversibility is an essential aspect of cognitive development, and it sets the stage for further exploration into examples of reversibility in child development. Examples of Reversibility in Child Development You can understand reversibility in child development by looking at examples. Reversibility is an important concept in cognitive development. It refers to a child’s ability to mentally reverse an action or operation. One example of reversibility in child development is the ability to understand that if you pour water from a short, wide glass into a tall, narrow glass, the amount of water remains the same. Children who have not yet developed reversibility may mistakenly believe that the taller glass now contains more water. Another example is when a child can understand that if they undo a series of steps, they can return to the original state. For instance, if a child builds a tower out of blocks and then knocks it down, they can mentally reverse the process and rebuild the tower. These examples highlight how reversibility plays a crucial role in a child’s cognitive development. It allows them to understand conservation of quantity, as well as the ability to mentally manipulate and reverse actions. This understanding sets the foundation for problem-solving skills and logical thinking in children. Importance of Reversibility in Problem-Solving Cognitive flexibility and reversibility are vital skills for problem-solving and mental flexibility. Being able to think flexibly and reverse one’s thinking allows for a more comprehensive approach to problem-solving, as different perspectives and solutions can be considered. Research has shown that individuals with strong cognitive flexibility and reversibility are more likely to come up with innovative and creative solutions to complex problems. Cognitive Flexibility and Reversibility When it comes to cognitive flexibility and reversibility, you can enhance your child’s problem-solving skills by encouraging them to think about multiple perspectives. Cognitive flexibility refers to the ability to adapt and shift one’s thinking in response to new information or changing situations. It allows children to approach problems from different angles and consider various solutions. Reversibility, on the other hand, is the ability to mentally undo an action and restore an object or situation to its original state. By promoting cognitive flexibility and reversibility, you are helping your child develop the necessary skills to tackle complex problems and come up with creative solutions. Problem-solving and mental flexibility go hand in hand, as being able to think flexibly and consider different viewpoints is crucial in finding effective solutions. Problem-Solving and Mental Flexibility Problem-solving and mental flexibility are essential skills that allow individuals to approach challenges from different angles and come up with innovative solutions. Cognitive flexibility in problem solving involves the ability to shift our thinking and adapt to new situations. It allows us to consider multiple perspectives and generate creative ideas. In real life situations, the application of reversibility can be seen when we encounter complex problems that require us to think critically and consider different possibilities. For example, when faced with a difficult decision, we can use our mental flexibility to consider the potential outcomes of each choice and weigh the pros and cons. This ability to mentally reverse our thinking helps us make more informed decisions and find effective solutions. Transitioning into the subsequent section about ‘reversibility and conservation tasks,’ we can see how reversibility plays a crucial role in children’s cognitive development. Reversibility and Conservation Tasks Reversibility is an important concept in child development, as it is closely related to conservation tasks. Conservation tasks are cognitive tasks that require children to understand that certain properties of objects remain the same, even when their appearance changes. This ability to mentally reverse actions and understand that things can be undone is a crucial aspect of cognitive development and problem-solving skills. In order to better understand the relationship between reversibility and conservation tasks, let’s take a look at the following table: |Conservation of Number||Understanding that the quantity of objects remains the same, even if they are rearranged or spread out.| |Conservation of Volume||Recognizing that the amount of liquid stays the same, even when it is poured into a different container.| |Conservation of Mass||Realizing that the weight of an object remains constant, even if it is changed in shape or form.| |Conservation of Length||Understanding that the length of an object remains unchanged, even if it is stretched or compressed.| |Conservation of Area||Recognizing that the surface area of an object remains the same, even if it is rearranged or reshaped.| By successfully completing these conservation tasks, children demonstrate their ability to think logically, reason, and solve problems. This milestone in cognitive development marks an important step towards more advanced thinking abilities. As children continue to develop and reach new milestones, their understanding of reversibility and conservation tasks becomes more sophisticated. This progression in cognitive abilities sets the foundation for further intellectual growth and problem-solving skills. Developmental Milestones and Reversibility As a researcher in child development, I have come across the concept of reversible cognitive abilities. Reversible cognitive abilities refer to the ability of children to mentally undo an action and restore an object or situation back to its original state. This ability is crucial in various aspects of cognitive development, including conservation tasks and problem-solving. The impact of reversibility on children’s cognitive abilities is significant. It allows them to understand concepts such as volume, number, and identity. Furthermore, the extent to which children demonstrate reversibility varies with age. Younger children tend to show limited reversibility skills compared to older children. Reversible Cognitive Abilities You can understand how reversible cognitive abilities develop in children. Reversible thinking skills are an important aspect of cognitive development and go hand in hand with the different stages of cognitive development. Here are four ways in which reversible thinking skills manifest in children: Conservation: Children start to understand that certain properties of objects, such as volume or quantity, can remain the same even if the shape or arrangement changes. Seriation: Children learn to arrange objects in a logical order based on a specific characteristic, such as size or length. Reversibility of actions: Children grasp that actions can be undone or reversed, allowing them to mentally trace steps back to the starting point. Decentration: Children develop the ability to focus on multiple aspects of a situation and consider various perspectives simultaneously. Understanding the development of these reversible cognitive abilities is crucial as it sets the stage for further cognitive growth and problem-solving skills in children. Now let’s explore the impact of reversibility on child development. Impact of Reversibility Now that we understand the concept of reversible cognitive abilities, let’s explore the impact of reversibility on problem solving and its role in cognitive development. Reversibility plays a crucial role in children’s ability to overcome obstacles and find solutions. By being able to mentally reverse actions or steps, children can better understand cause and effect relationships, analyze situations from different perspectives, and consider alternative solutions. This enhances their problem-solving skills and fosters critical thinking abilities. Reversibility also contributes to cognitive development by promoting logical reasoning and mental flexibility. It allows children to go beyond simple concrete thinking and engage in more complex thought processes. As they grow and develop, the ability to mentally reverse actions becomes more refined and sophisticated, enabling them to tackle increasingly complex problems. Transitioning to the next section about ‘age and reversibility,’ we will explore how this cognitive ability evolves over time and its potential for change. Age and Reversibility Transitioning to the topic of age and reversibility, it’s interesting to explore how this cognitive ability evolves over time and its potential for change. Age plays a significant role in the development of reversibility in children. As children grow older, their cognitive abilities become more sophisticated, allowing them to understand the concept of reversibility more fully. Piaget’s theory of cognitive development suggests that children’s ability to think abstractly and reason logically improves with age, which is essential for the development of reversibility. However, it’s important to note that age is not the only factor influencing reversibility development. Other factors, such as exposure to stimulating environments, educational opportunities, and individual differences in cognitive abilities, can also impact the development of reversibility. With this understanding of age and cognitive development, we can now explore the challenges that children may face in reversibility development. Challenges in Reversibility Development One of the challenges in reversibility development is that children may struggle to understand that an action can be undone or reversed. This difficulty arises due to the cognitive flexibility required to grasp the concept of reversibility. Cognitive flexibility refers to the ability to adapt thinking and switch between different mental sets. It plays a crucial role in problem-solving and understanding reversibility. Young children often exhibit limited cognitive flexibility, as their thinking tends to be more concrete and focused on the present. This can make it challenging for them to comprehend that actions can be reversed. In addition to cognitive flexibility, problem-solving skills also play a significant role in reversibility development. Problem-solving involves the ability to analyze a situation, generate potential solutions, and select the most appropriate one. To understand reversibility, children need to engage in problem-solving tasks that require them to mentally reverse or undo actions. This helps them develop an understanding of how actions can be reversed and the consequences of such reversals. Transitioning into the subsequent section about strategies to enhance reversibility skills, it is important to consider approaches that promote cognitive flexibility and problem-solving abilities in children. These strategies aim to strengthen their understanding of reversibility and provide opportunities for practice in mentally reversing actions. Strategies to Enhance Reversibility Skills To enhance reversibility skills, it’s important to provide children with opportunities to engage in problem-solving tasks that require them to mentally reverse or undo actions. These strategies for improvement can help children develop their cognitive abilities and enhance their overall thinking skills. One effective strategy is to encourage children to play games that involve logical thinking and problem-solving, such as puzzles or board games. These activities require children to think critically and mentally reverse their actions to find a solution. Another strategy is to provide children with real-life scenarios where they can practice reversibility skills. For example, when cooking, children can learn to follow a recipe and understand the steps involved in reversing their actions if they make a mistake. Similarly, playing with construction toys like building blocks or Legos can help children understand the concept of reversibility by allowing them to build and rebuild structures. Environmental factors also play a crucial role in enhancing reversibility skills. Creating an environment that encourages exploration, curiosity, and problem-solving can greatly benefit children’s cognitive development. Providing them with a variety of materials, tools, and resources can stimulate their thinking and promote reversibility skills. Understanding the strategies for improvement and the role of environmental factors in enhancing reversibility skills is essential. However, it’s also important to consider the impact of cultural influences on reversibility, which will be discussed in the next section. Cultural Influences on Reversibility In understanding the development of reversibility skills in children, it is important to consider the cultural influences that shape their cognitive flexibility. Cultural factors play a significant role in shaping a child’s cognitive development, as they provide the social context within which children learn and interact with the world around them. One way in which cultural influences impact reversibility skills is through the types of cognitive tasks and challenges that children are exposed to. Different cultures may prioritize specific cognitive skills or problem-solving strategies, which can shape the development of reversibility. For example, some cultures may place a greater emphasis on logical reasoning and abstract thinking, while others may prioritize practical problem-solving or social skills. To illustrate the impact of cultural influences on reversibility, let’s consider a table that highlights different cultural practices and their potential effects on cognitive flexibility development: |Cultural Practice||Potential Effect on Cognitive Flexibility Development| |Emphasis on tradition and conformity||Limited exposure to novel situations and perspectives, potentially hindering cognitive flexibility| |Encouragement of exploration and curiosity||Enhanced cognitive flexibility through exposure to diverse experiences and perspectives| |Collaborative problem-solving||Development of social-cognitive skills and the ability to consider multiple viewpoints| Understanding the cultural influences on reversibility skills is crucial for educators and parents. It highlights the importance of creating an inclusive and diverse learning environment that fosters cognitive flexibility development. Implications for Education and Parenting Understanding the impact of cultural influences on cognitive flexibility is crucial for educators and parents in creating an inclusive learning environment. Cultural factors play a significant role in shaping children’s cognitive development, and it is important to recognize the implications for learning, cognitive development, and parenting. Research suggests that cultural practices, beliefs, and values can shape a child’s cognitive flexibility. For instance, in some cultures, children are encouraged to conform to societal norms and adhere to strict rules, limiting their cognitive flexibility. On the other hand, in cultures that value individuality and independent thinking, children may be more encouraged to explore different perspectives and develop cognitive flexibility. The implications for learning are clear. Educators need to consider cultural influences when designing curriculum and teaching strategies. They should strive to create a learning environment that is sensitive to diverse cultural backgrounds, allowing students to develop their cognitive flexibility in a way that aligns with their cultural values. Similarly, parents play a vital role in fostering cognitive flexibility in their children. By exposing them to diverse cultural experiences, encouraging them to think critically, and promoting open-mindedness, parents can support their children’s cognitive development. Frequently Asked Questions How Does Reversibility Relate to Cognitive Development in Children? Reversibility in child development is a crucial concept that relates to cognitive development. It refers to a child’s ability to mentally reverse an action or thought process. This ability is closely tied to their understanding of conservation and abstract reasoning. Reversibility allows children to comprehend that actions can be undone and thoughts can be reversed. It is a significant milestone in their cognitive development as it enables them to think more flexibly and solve problems more effectively. What Are Some Examples of Reversibility in Child Development? Examples of reversibility in child development include the ability to understand that a transformation can be undone, such as pouring water back into a cup or untying a knot. This cognitive skill allows children to mentally reverse actions and think about the consequences of their actions before acting. Reversibility also benefits children’s problem-solving abilities, as they can consider different options and mentally explore different outcomes. Overall, reversibility plays a crucial role in children’s cognitive development and their ability to understand the world around them. Why Is Reversibility Important in Problem-Solving? The importance of reversibility in problem-solving and its role in critical thinking cannot be underestimated. Reversibility allows children to mentally undo their actions and consider alternative solutions. This cognitive ability enables them to think flexibly, analyze different perspectives, and explore various outcomes. By being able to reverse their thinking, children can identify and correct errors, make informed decisions, and solve complex problems. Reversibility is a crucial skill that fosters logical reasoning and enhances problem-solving abilities in child development. What Are Some Challenges Children May Face in the Development of Reversibility? Challenges in cognitive development can hinder a child’s ability to grasp reversibility. One interesting statistic is that approximately 30% of children struggle with this concept during their early years. These challenges may arise due to their limited understanding of abstract thinking and their tendency to focus on one aspect of a problem. Additionally, children may struggle with mental operations and struggle to mentally reverse or undo actions. However, with proper guidance and practice, children can overcome these challenges and develop their reversibility skills. How Can Parents and Educators Enhance Children’s Reversibility Skills? To enhance children’s reversibility skills, parents and educators can incorporate play as a way to promote learning and problem-solving. Play allows children to explore different concepts and practice their ability to reverse actions or thoughts. Additionally, the role of scaffolding is crucial in supporting children’s reversibility skills. By providing guidance and support, parents and educators can help children understand and navigate through complex tasks, gradually fostering their ability to think and reason in a reversible manner. In conclusion, reversibility is a crucial aspect of child development that plays a significant role in cognitive development. Piaget’s theory of reversibility provides valuable insights into how children understand and manipulate concepts. Examples of reversibility can be observed in the concrete operational stage, where children can mentally reverse actions and understand that things can be undone. However, the development of reversibility can pose challenges for children, and it is important for parents and educators to employ strategies to enhance these skills. Interestingly, research has shown that children who have strong reversibility skills tend to perform better in mathematics, highlighting the importance of this cognitive ability in academic achievement. Avery brings the magic of words to life at Toddler Ride On Toys. As a dedicated writer, she combines her love for writing with her fascination for child development to craft articles that resonate with our audience. With a background in journalism and a knack for storytelling, Avery’s pieces inform, engage, and inspire parents and caregivers.

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Revitalizing Indigenous Languages |books | conference | articles | columns | contact | links | index | home| Chapter 7 of Revitalizing Indigenous Languages, edited by Jon Reyhner, Gina Cantoni, Robert N. St. Clair, and Evangeline Parsons Yazzie (pp. 84-102). Flagstaff, AZ: Northern Arizona University. Copyright 1999 by Northern Arizona University. Return to Table of Contents The Place of Writing in Preserving an Oral Language Ruth Bennett, Pam Mattz, Silish Jackson, Harold Campbell This paper shows how a traditional story can be used to teach an indigenous language and how the inclusion of writing can help students learn the language effectively. The Language Proficiency Method used by the Hoopa Valley Tribe's language programs is described along with supporting research and sample Hupa language activities built around the story "Coyote Steals Daylight." The activities demonstrate a sequencing principle basic to the method. They begin with questions and answers and progress to conversations, games, storytelling, and dramatic performances.This is the beginning of Xonteh This is a story about what Coyote did.Hupa teachers tell many Hupa stories to teach the Hupa language. The story Xonteh This story demonstrates the moral complexity of native California stories. One way to look at what Coyote does is that he brought something good to all the people. There is another side to this, however. Coyote takes daylight away from a house where it has been left with two children. He tricks two boys into getting some water for him, so he can escape with the bag of daylight. So, although Coyote's actions are good in one sense, in another sense they are ruthless. Coyote's actions in this story show his individualistic side; acting alone, Coyote runs with the bag of light, and even though he is caught, he brings daylight to the world. Hupa people have told Coyote stories for thousands of years. The characters' actions are sometimes humorous, sometimes serious. They record how the world that Indians know came to exist. Continuing to tell the old stories in the Hupa language preserves the native language for Hupa people and preserves their oral history. Creating Hupa story lessons provides a way to use stories in teaching (Wilkinson, 1998). Teaching stories effectively requires a method of presentation. In the Language Proficiency Method described in this paper, the focus is on a sequence whereby students can progress from easier to more difficult material. Language Proficiency units begin with lessons built around questions and answers and expand to conversations, games, storytelling, and dramatic performances. The writing activities described in Appendix B of this paper illustrate the Language Proficiency Method, which is used in the Hupa Language, Culture, and Education Program of the Hoopa Valley Tribe in a variety of classes, ranging from preschool through high school. Figure 1. Bishop Rivas and James Jackson, Hupa Language, Culture, and Education Program The writing component in language lessons An important consideration in any language teaching method is to maximize opportunities for learning. In Hupa language classes, time is of the essence because Hupa, like many other indigenous languages, has few people left who speak it every day. In this situation, the native language is a second language for the students. Because the Hupa Language, Culture, and Education Program is a second language program, it is important to consider carefully various approaches for teaching second languages. One question that arises in second language teaching is whether to concentrate on speaking, or to also include writing. Critics of writing instruction maintain that students who spend too much time writing never learn to speak. These critics maintain that indigenous languages are complex and that learning a writing system only makes things more difficult. Writing instruction takes up time that is better spent speaking. Another argument in favor of teaching spoken language as opposed to written language is that Hupa and other California languages have become written languages only in this century. Their writing systems have been developed by scholars and so are not needed by native people (see Bielenberg, this volume). However, the complexity of the language can also be the basis of arguing for the use of writing in language lessons. Although historically the Hupa language was oral, its complexity includes a grammar where verb stems can change form from singular to plural. Its system of meaning is complex as well, with many words based upon metaphors that require interpretation of images. Writing down the forms of a complex language can be a way of dealing with these complexities so they can be better understood by students. Students need to return again and again to a form, and writing provides a ready reference. A second argument in favor of writing is that Native people have adopted writing systems for their languages in recent years (Hinton, 1994). In northwest California, the Hoopa Valley Tribe, the Karuk Tribe of California, the Wiyot Tribe, the Yurok Tribe and the Tolowa each have writing systems. The Language Proficiency Method Before explaining the Language Proficiency Method, we need to explain that there are a variety of names and other variations in this method, but the general principles have been advocated by various California programs, including the California Foreign Language Project--Redwood Area at Humboldt State University, the Native California Network (a privately funded Native American organization), a Karuk Language Conference Center in Orleans, and the Johnson-O'Malley Program of the Hoopa Valley Tribe. The Language Proficiency Method is based upon the belief that writing is useful within a program of language instruction. Writing offers a sequence for presenting new language material, moving from easier to harder forms, and can also be the basis for communication. When writing is included in the program, the teacher can move from speaking to reading and writing, reinforcing concepts with writing. The sequence in the method begins with attention-getting lesson presentations by the teacher. From level 2 through level 5, each level builds on the earlier one. A new level is introduced when students approach mastery at a given level. Teachers often ask at what level in the sequence to introduce writing. This choice is left to the teacher, although it is possible to introduce writing at beginning levels. The levels are as follows: 1. Setting the Scene: capturing attentionAt the first level, the student listens. At the second level, the student demonstrates understanding non-verbally. At the third level, the student responds with one or two word responses. The student formulates complete sentences in level 4. By level 5, students generate their own conversations (Bennett, 1997). The levels build from where the teacher talks to the students to where the students talk to each other. Each level consists of lessons that include culturally relevant activities. These range from a Hupa story told by the teacher to questions and answers about Hupa life, to games that involve play with cultural concepts, to student performances of Hupa plays (See Appendix B for sample activities for each level). Figure 2. Sarah Jarnaghan with Mina:xwe Raccoon Puppet Issues relating to writing How writing is defined affects some issues related to written language instruction. These issues relate to the following: 1. the idea of writing as a learning toolWriting as a tool in learning: One issue involves a correspondence between learning to speak and learning to write. Writing in language programs has been criticized on the basis that students who learn to write well learn grammar rules and their spoken language suffers. It is important in native language programs that writing be a tool for improving speaking skills, not for replacing them. When presented as an option, writing can be a valuable tool both in enhancing group activities and in developing self-study skills. Teachers can convey the idea of writing as a tool by the type of activities they include in their lessons. They can ask students to write down what they hear, they can assign them to transcribe from tapes, and they can ask them to develop questions based upon readings. Learning to speak vs. learning to write: A second issue involving written language relates to what language is spoken in contrast to what is written. In one view, spoken language is broader than written language. In this view, spoken language is any utterance, but written language refers to forms of discourse. In this definition, the idea of written language places it on a different level from spoken language. This is based upon the fact that written language requires prior knowledge of a spelling system, grammar rules, and sentence patterns. Written language becomes associated with more advanced learning, and therefore with larger pieces of language, such as fiction, nonfiction, and other forms of discourse. This view of the difference between oral and written language makes the assumption that written language is "a higher level of language" (Cohen, 1997). This view of writing, however, can be counterproductive. When students feel that they have to adhere to a higher standard than they are capable of, they may give up altogether. The belief that written language can be anything that is spoken creates a liberated view of writing. In this view, written language encompasses all utterances, including colloquial expressions, one-word utterances, and even gasps and sighs; all of these spoken utterances can be written down. In this view, writing is speech written down. This view de-emphasizes the notion of correctness associated with written language in the other view. It is intended to encourage students to write, being aware of correctness but not repressed by it. It is important that writing be a tool to help the student. Writing connects to what is heard and spoken. The letters of an alphabet are a visual accompaniment to vowel and consonant sounds. A writing system is a way of making a spoken language tangible because it exists in a form where it can be collected, stored, and recalled. Learning response patterns: A third issue involving writing is related to second language learning and the nature of interpretation and translation processes. Ways of interpreting are based on prior experiences and upon shared knowledge with others who speak the language. When students begin learning a second language, they rely on ways of interpreting that have been acquired through their first language. They continue to use their first language in their interpretations until they develop sufficient patterns of response in a second language. It is generally known that learning how to write in a second language is a common obstacle encountered by language students. A reason for introducing writing early in the learning process is that when students become accustomed to writing in the second language, it is no longer an obstacle to be feared later on. In addition, early introduction of writing provides an opportunity for writing skills to develop simultaneously with new thought processes in the second language. Figure 3. Hupa Language, Culture, and Education Summer Program Student Portraying a California Condor Research on learning styles and learning strategies: Various research studies have shown that instruction that combines writing with spoken language reaches a broader group of students. This is owing to differences in learning styles and learning strategies. Research on second language acquisition substantiates this view, showing that if a classroom inhibits students' opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge, learning will be affected (Johnson, 1995). A rationale for teaching writing is that some students are visual learners, rather than auditory. These students have difficulty grasping meanings from sounds. When writing is introduced to these students at the one-or-two word response level, these students especially benefit. Conversely, when writing is held off until these students are at the stage of communicating forms of discourse, they are slowed down more than other students as they translate, interpret, and remember more effectively with the assistance of writing. The Language Proficiency Method adapts readily to instruction in written language. Activities that incorporate writing proceed as follows (See Appendix B for sample writing activities for each level): 1.Setting the Scene: Teacher shows flashcards with pictures named in the native languageStrategies proven effective with Native American students: Research has shown that Native American students benefit from a variety of learning strategies--including social, cognitive, memory, and compensatory ones--and that learning styles influence learning strategy (Okada, Oxford, & Abo, 1996). Writing is particularly useful to students who have visual learning styles. Research on Native American students has dealt with various aspects of learning styles and learning strategies. A well-known study of Native American students' classroom learning was carried out by Susan Philips (1972) on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation. Philips compared differences between the social conditions governing verbal participation in middle-class Anglo-American classrooms and in the Warm Springs community. She found that the Warm Springs students' willingness to participate was related to the ways in which verbal interaction was organized and controlled. Philips' observations of Warm Springs students revealed that Warm Springs students were more willing to participate verbally when they could self-select when to speak. This was consistent with conditions within the Warm Springs community where learning tasks generally follow a sequence of extensive listening and watching, then supervised participation with tasks segmented by an elder, and then private-self-initiated self-testing of what is learned. The use of speech in such activities is minimal, and competence is demonstrated through the completion of the task itself. Philips argues that to accommodate children of different cultural backgrounds such as the Native American culture, "efforts be made to allow for a complementary diversity in the modes of communication through which learning and measurements of 'success' take place" (Philips, 1972, p. 393). In a 1997 article Heredia and Francis examine the instructional uses of traditional stories in realizing the educational potential of Native American children. They report that stories were the books for all Native American peoples. They state that it is important to understand that some tribes had writing systems before Europeans introduced alphabetic writing in the sixteenth century. Tribes already had various pictographic, iconic, and mnemonic systems related to their interest in storytelling as well as to the preservation of their languages over thousands of years. Because of the broad popularity of stories since intercultural contact, Heredia and Francis view stories as a potential for enriching the reading and language arts curriculum, with direct applicability to "developing students' writing skills" (1997, p. 53). In a study of the influence of stories on oral and written language development, Aronson shows that children who listen to stories learn that stories are a method of communication. "From stories children acquire expectations about the world. They learn about language and people and places" (1991, p. 12). The use of story conventions as an indication of language learning was found in children's written stories. Their language learning included knowledge of narrative conventions, such as formal beginnings, formal endings, and consistent uses of past tense. Research has shown that stories provide a narrative model for students' writing and are vital to their early language development. The use of story conventions were reported as early as age two when children are at a one-or-two word stage of oral language development. Aronson (1991) reported that children were writing stories by age five. In a study of Native American children on the Hoopa Valley Indian Reservation in California, Bennett (1980) demonstrated a progression in language development in children age 2 through 12. Proto-narratives appeared at the two-word stage, expanding in complexity as the children grew older. In documenting the role of stories in passing on the Native American heritage, Bennett demonstrated that the older children told traditional stories. These stories were composed with metaphorical interpretations and multi-sentence organization. Students benefited in classroom instruction from writing down stories they had heard. Earlier studies that demonstrate the importance of writing for Native American students document their visual learning styles. In a comparative study of Navajo children and Dutch whites in Michigan by Steggerda and Macomber (1934), Navajo children were found to perceive visual objects according to the usefulness in their visual context. The Navajo children rejected the horse that was old and thin, the landscape that had no water or shade, and the house with no room to walk around. The Dutch whites, in contrast, were aware of the objects as pictures, and noted form, arrangement, and colors. The conclusion is that the Navajo children read the stories told in the pictures to understand visual cues. The implications are both that the Navajo children are visual learners and that they use cultural forms of language, such as stories, to interpret visual cues. Figure 4. Icha Little, Charlotte Saxon, Silish Jackson (back), Keweah Rivas (front), Angela Saxon, Laura Del Santos, and Danny Ammon Performing Xa:xowilwa:t In a classic study comparing Native American children with Euro-American children, Wayne Dennis (1942) tested visual perceptions in a Draw-A-Man test. The drawings of Hopi children in the older age group (age 10 as compared with age 6) showed more cultural traits, with the drawings showing Hopi hairstyles and dress, including ceremonial dancers. Hopi children reflect their cultural experiences in their drawings. The conclusion is that writing (in the form of drawing) is an important part of the language development that appears in the youngest children in the study and shows an increase in socio-differentiation with age. This study documents the cultural basis for visual learning. The success of writing activities introduced in Native American language classrooms depends upon students finding themselves in instructional situations that they recognize. Johnson (1995) showed that it is crucial for the teacher to become established as a socially relevant figure whose approval is valued by the students. How the teacher accomplishes this task includes the use of visual aides. Flashcards, puppets, and other aids play a role in having students perceive the teacher as someone who reaches out to them. Tasks need to be designed so that students can succeed and teachers have the opportunity to give approval to correct student responses. Thus, it is important not to introduce writing at too early an age or to let writing substitute for speaking. The sequencing of units as well as the amount of material students can assimilate are other important issues (Geerbault, 1997). Below is a checklist for writing activities and a list of advantages and disadvantages: students practice writing the letters that represent each of the soundsConclusion: Meeting the needs of the Hupa community At the time the Hupa Language, Culture, and Education Program began in 1963, there were monolingual Hupa speakers. These people were so immersed in the Hupa language and culture that they lived entirely on the 12 square miles of the Hoopa Indian Reservation. At this time, the Hupa oral tradition was a part of the daily life of people living on the reservation. It was possible to visit an elder's home and hear a story handed down from the ancestors, much as it had been for thousands of years previously. Today, Hupa language elders are bilingual. Some have traveled to other countries, and many have communicated with people from other continents. Today's Hupa language students live in a global community as well. They participate in electronic networking that includes e-mail, the internet, interactive videos and CD's, and extends worldwide. Rather than decrease the value of the Hupa language, however, the worldwide basis for communication has increased it. For the Hupa language students, study of the Hupa language enlarges their range of communication. There is interest in the Hupa language by many from outside the community. Bilingual skills enable Hupa speakers to share their language as a way of participating in international discussions. Figure 5. Community Hupa Language Class: Front Row: Tasha Norton, Minnie McWilliams, Jill Sherman, Cody Fletcher, Nina Kebric, Lila Kebric, Natalie Carpenter, James Jackson, Calvin Carpenter. Back Row: Myra Kebric, Gina Campbell, Danielle Vigil, Wendy George, Jacqueline Martins, Gordon Bussell, Melody Carpenter, Joseph Rafael, Marcellene Norton, André Kebric, Visiting Professor from Moscow, Russia Figure 6. Pam Mattz, Director, Hupa Language, Culture, and Education Program, and Gordon Bussell, Hupa Language, Culture, and Education Program Teacher, Examining Acorn Paddles Made by Johnson-O'Malley Program Students Note: Photos: by Ruth Bennett; Graphics: Photo-scans by Kelly Getz, CICD Graphics Dept. Adley-SantaMaria, Bernadette. (1997). White Mountain Apache language: Issues in language shift, textbook development and Native speaker-university collaboration, Jon Reyhner (Ed.), Teaching indigenous languages (pp. 129-143). Flagstaff, AZ: Northern Arizona University. Aronson, Roxanne. (1991). The impact of literature on oral and written language development. Unpublished master's thesis. Sioux Falls College, SD. Bennett, Ruth. (1980). Hoopa children's storytelling. Unpublished doctoral dissertation, University of California, Berkeley. Bennett, Ruth. (1997). It really works: Cultural communication proficiency. In Jon Reyhner (Ed.), Teaching indigenous languages. (pp. 158-205). Flagstaff, AZ: Northern Arizona University. Cohen, M.D. (1997). California foreign language project: Redwood area. Unpublished manuscript Humboldt State University, Arcata, CA. Dennis, Wayne. (1942). The performance of Hopi children on the Goodenough Draw-A-Man Test." Journal of Comparative Psychology, 34(3), 341-348. Gerbault, Jeannine. (1997). Pedagogical aspects of vernacular literacy. Andree Tabouret-Keller, et al. (Eds.), Vernacular literacy: A re-evaluation. Oxford, UK: Clarendon. Gifford, E.W. (1930). California Indian nights. Lincoln: University of Nebraska. Heredia, Armando, & Francis, Norbert. (1997). Coyote as reading teacher: Oral tradition in the classroom. In Jon Reyhner (Ed.), Teaching indigenous languages (pp. 46-55). Flagstaff, AZ: Northern Arizona University. Hinton, Leanne. (1994). Writing systems. In L. Hinton, Flutes of fire: Essays on California Indian languages (pp. 211-219). Berkeley, CA: Heyday. Johnson, Karen. (1995). Understanding communication in second language classrooms. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University. Okada, Mayumi; Oxford, Rebecca, & Abo, Suzuna. (1996) Not all alike: Motivation and learning strategies among students of Japanese and Spanish in an exploratory study. In Rebecca Oxford (Ed.), Language learning motivation: Pathways to the new century (pp. 105-120) Honolulu, HI: University of Hawaii at Manoa. Philips, Linda M. (1989). Using children's literature to foster written language development (Tech. Rep. No. 446). Center for the Study of Reading, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Philips, Susan. (1972). Participant structures and communicative competence: Warm Springs children in community and classroom. In Courtney Cazden, Vera John, & Dell Hymes (Eds.), Function of language in the classroom (pp. 378-387). New York: Teachers College. Steggerda, Morris, & Eileen Macomber. (1934). A revision of the McAdory Art Test applied to American Indians, Dutch whites and college graduates. Journal of Comparative Psychology, 26, 349-353. Wilkinson, Leona. Native California Network, oral communication, 5/5/98. This is a story about what Coyote did. Coyote was walking along. And then he saw some people digging Indian potatoes. But it was still dark yet, there wasn't any daylight. When the people saw Coyote, they said, "Come on up to the house." Coyote was surprised to see a building, a big long house. There weren't very many long houses around there, so he became curious. He decided to go up to the long house. And then when he got there, Coyote saw two little boys sitting in that house. And then Coyote went inside the house and looked around. He saw a lot of things hanging up there next to the roof. And then he looked up at the bags and asked the two boys, "What is that?" They told him that they didn't know. Then, when Coyote kept on asking them, one of them said, "Look, that bag there is only rain. That other one there is lightning." Now Coyote was really curious. He noticed that one of the bags was bigger than the others. Coyote asked, "What is that big bag for?" Coyote kept on asking about each one of the bags. Then, he saw a bag that was bigger than the others. He had to know what that one was, so he asked, "What's in that bag?" The boys kept silent, but finally one of the boys told him, "That one is daylight." And then when Coyote found out that Daylight was in that bag, he thought, "I am going to steal that bag with Daylight in it." He told those two boys, "Bring some water for me." When they went off, he thought, "I hope you will be gone a long time." He wanted them to stay away from the house. If only they would start playing, they might stay away longer, he thought. That big bag was hanging up. Coyote knew he had to act quickly. And then he jumped up; he grabbed that bag. He jumped up and brought the bag down from the rafters. He ran away fast with that big bag. And then he ran away fast with it all. And then those two boys came back. They went into the house. And then they looked inside. That big bag wasn't hanging there any more. They looked; that big bag that used to be hanging there was gone. He stole that daylight. Yes he did. And then the two boys ran off. They were chasing Coyote. "Come back here," one of them shouted to Coyote. "You stole Daylight from us." But Coyote didn't stop. And then one of the boys said, "We'll have to bring in the fastest birds: Hummingbird, grouse, pigeon." That's some of the fastest ones, they had to bring in the fastest birds to catch Coyote. And the two boys kept on looking for Coyote. Then they came across a house. There was an old man sitting in front of the house. He was someone who looked like a rich man. He looked like he had been sitting there for a long time. So they thought, "Maybe this is his house." They asked him, ""Haven't you seen coyote? He stole daylight from us." The old man said, "No." Outside the house, there was a flat rock. Just then, the boys saw Coyote running around in back of the house. The boys knew that the old man had turned into Coyote. They ran to tell the birds, "We know where Coyote is." Those birds flew after him. And then they caught him. And then they picked him up. They told him, "Bring that bag of daylight back." As they were carrying him, he was still holding the bag. He brought it back out. And then Coyote threw the bag down on a rock. The bag of daylight fell down on the rock. It broke the bag. Daylight went everywhere. When he broke the bag, Daylight came to be. He did it, he brought the daylight. That's the end of it. Writing Activities at Six Levels with Sample Hupa Language Activities Built Around the Story "Coyote Steals Daylight" 1. Setting the Scene a. teacher creates the context, relates the task to student interests2. Comprehensible Input 3. Guided Practice a. Teacher asks student to respond to either-or questions4. Independent Practice Student supplies vocabulary term5. Challenge Expansion activities are based on comparisons with what has been taught in a lesson and involve looking at the story in a different way. This can be as brief as comparing one story with another or as lengthy as a series of lessons comparing versions of a story throughout the oral tradition of many tribes. Many tribes have stories about the coming of fire or daylight. Some tribes visualize both arriving with the coming of the sun. The California stories usually start with a state of unrest where people are in the dark and cold. Then someone is found to have daylight or fire. Coyote frequently, although not always, is the one who makes the attempt to get daylight or fire. Sometimes he steals it by himself, as in the Hupa Coyote Steals Daylight story. Sometimes he delegates this task to various animals, as in the Karuk story Coyote Steals Fire. In most versions of the story, this attempt is successful, and fire or daylight comes to the tribe (Gifford, 1930). Coyote's role in stealing fire or daylight is typical of his importance in the stories of northern California. Even when other animal characters are the main characters of a story, Coyote is likely to appear. When Coyote breaks taboos, he is often an object of humor, and an example to listeners of tribal standards of behavior. Usually he is portrayed as a male, with his roles ranging from creator to trickster, from buffoon to glutton. Sometimes Coyote's excesses turn to good ends, as when he steals daylight and brings it to the world. He appealed to California storytellers because of the diverse possibilities of his character to demonstrate both the good and the bad and to turn a misdeed into a change in nature that prepares the world for human beings. Stories by tribe from Northern California and Hawaii, about stealing daylight, fire, and/or sun, are given below: Goddard, P.E. (1907-10). The securing of light (1st version) by Bill Ray, The securing of light (2nd version) by Bill Ray, The stealing of fire by Bill Ray. Cahto Texts. University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology, 5, 96-102. Gifford, E.W., & Block, G. H. (1990). Stealing of the sun, by the Kato (Cahto) Indians of Mendocino County. In Albert L. Hurtado (Ed.), California Indian nights (pp. 153-154). Lincoln, NE: University of Nebraska. Bennett, Ruth. (1983). Coyote steals daylight--Fred Davis, James Jackson, Ruel Leach, Herman Sherman. Ethnographic transcripts, 529a-hl, 529b-hl, 6-23-83 (translation of Hupa text), 785b-hl, 2-17-84(English). Beckwith, Martha, (Ed.). (1970). Snaring the sun, Maui the trickster. In M. Beckwith, Hawaiian mythology (pp. 229-231). Honolulu: University of Hawaii. Bennett, Ruth, & Richardson, Nancy. (1984). Coyote steals fire by Julia Starritt, retold by Shan Davis. In Pikwa Stories. Center for Indian Community Development, ms. from William Bright, Karok Language, UCB, 1957. Kroeber, A.L. (Ed.). (1980). Coyote steals light, by Dick Richard's father-in-law. Karok myths (p. 61). Berkeley, CA: University of California. Fisher, Anne B. (1957). How animals brought fire to man. In A. B. Fisher, Stories California Indians told (pp. 46-53). Berkeley, Ca: Parnassus. Gifford, E.W., & Block, G.H. (1990). Mouse regains fire, by the Northeast Maidu Indians of Plumas County. In Albert L. Hurtado (Ed.), California Indian nights. (pp. 136-138). Lincoln, NE: University of Nebraska. Curry, Jane Louise. (1987) Mole and the sun. In Back in the beforetime (p. 89). New York: Margaret K. McElderry. Kelly, Isabel T. (Ed.). (1938). Coyote shoots the night. Northern Paiute tales. Journal of American Folklore, 51, 420-21. Owens Valley Paiute Steward, Julian H. (1932). Origin of fire, cottontail and the sun: Myths of the Owens Valley Paiute. University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology, 34 (5), 370-71 Barrett, Samuel A. (1940). Coyote creates sun and moon, by (Pakokota,) Northern Pomo born at Shorakai, Coyote Valley, on the East Fork of the Russian River. In Samuel Barrett (Ed.), Pomo myths, Bulletin of the Public Museum of the City of Milwaukee, 15, 141-147. Gifford, Edward W., Block, G.H. (1990). How coyote stole the fire, by the Shasta Indians of Siskiyou County. In California Indian nights (pp. 139-141). Lincoln, NE: University of Nebraska. Goddard, Pliny E. (1902-11). Recovery of the sun, origin of fire. In P.E. Goddard, Tolowa tales and texts. Unpublished manuscript, Museum of Anthropological Archives, University of California Berkeley. Curtis, Edward S. (Ed.). (1924). Coyote provides daylight by North Fork John (Nahlse (sitting around), Eel River Wailaki. In The North American Indian (Vol. XIV) (p. 167). New York: Johnson Reprint. Gifford, Edward W., & Block, G.H. (1990). How people got fire, by the Central Yana Indians of Shasta County. In Albert L. Hurtado (Ed.), California Indian nights (pp. 191-132). Lincoln, NE: University of Nebraska. Curtis, Edward S. (Ed.). (1924). Coyote steals the morning star, by Dick Neale, Chukchansi Yokut. In Edward S. Curtis (Ed.), The North American Indian. (Vol. XIV) (p. 167). New York: Johnson Reprint. Curtis, Edward W. (1924). Fire is stolen from spider, by a Round Valley Yuki. In Edward S. Curtis (Ed.), The North American Indian (Vol. XIV) (p. 167). New York: Johnson Reprint. Kroeber, A.L. (1976). Grown in a basket by Lame Billy of Weitchpec (Coyote kills the sun and Raccoon restores him, e-k), Theft of fire by Billy Werk of Weitspus. In Yurok Myths (pp. 89-94, 237-244). Berkeley, CA: University of California. |books | conference | articles | columns | contact | links | index | home| |Copyright © 2003 Northern Arizona University, All rights Reserved|

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