Freewrite 12/14

Freewrite about two current events. Minimum of one paragraph.

Police Officer Rape 12-11

Read the article and comment below. One paragraph minimum




http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/11/us/oklahoma-daniel-holtzclaw-verdict/index.html

FREEWRITE 12/9

Post about two current events. Your post should be a minimum of one paragraph.

Muslims 12/8/15

Give your opinion about the article below.one paragraph minimum


http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/08/us/muslims-in-america-shattering-misperception/index.html

12.7.15 Grammy Noms

Do you think the people nominated are worthy of this honor? If not who should be nominated in your opinion.?

See the Link Below



http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/07/entertainment/grammy-nominations-2016/index.html

AT&T PRICE RAISE!!!

After viewing the article and video, give a minimum of one paragraph about how you feel on AT&T raising the price for their unlimited data plan. (ps. I feel bad for the people who have AT&T lol)

http://money.cnn.com/2015/11/30/technology/att-unlimited-data-plan-price-increase/index.html

San Bernadino

Review the Link Below.. One Paragraph Minimum Response

Do you think there should be stricter gun laws

http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/03/us/san-bernardino-shooting/index.html

Kylie -Wheel Chair

Do you agree or disagree with the article below, explain why



http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/01/entertainment/kylie-jenner-wheelchair-photos-feat/index.html

Basketball Players Earnings

Click the Link below, and comment on whether or not you think Basketball Players make too much money.

http://money.cnn.com/2015/11/30/news/companies/kobe-earnings-endorsements/index.html?iid=ob_homepage_money_pool&iid=obnetwork

Nov 30, 2015 Freewrite

Summarize 2 Current Events of  your choice in One Paragraph

New Iphone

Read the article. http://money.cnn.com/2015/11/04/technology/apple-four-inch-iphone/index.html?iid=ob_homepage_tech_pool&iid=obnetwork  

Please give your opinion in one paragraph or less

Critics say Spike Lee's movie "Chi-raq" trivializes Chicago gang violence

Give your opinion about the article below. 

http://www.cnn.com/2015/11/04/entertainment/chi-raq-film-chicago-shootings-spike-lee-feat/index.html

Lost Identification

Type about what would you do if you randomly found someone else's ID.

http://www.cnn.com/videos/entertainment/2015/10/07/tom-hanks-finds-students-id-tweet-pkg.wcbs

Movie director's son joins al Qaeda!

Type a minimum of one paragraph explaining how you would feel if you were a parent of this person.

http://www.cnn.com/videos/tv/2015/10/23/movie-director-son-joins-al-qaeda-todd-donut-tsr.cnn

Film Festivals 10-23-15

Research 2 Popular Film Festivals, and summarize the details about the film festival, feel free to give opinions about why you think it is a cool opportunity or not.

FILM NOIR

Write THREE FACTS about FILM NOIR.

Overload 10/20/15

Comment on the Link Below. Do you believe the information stated in the article is true?

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/09/health/information-overload-daniel-levitin/index.html

10/19 Hover boards

Comment on the link below. Do you think that hover boards should be banned?


http://money.cnn.com/2015/10/12/technology/britain-bans-hoverboards/index.html?iid=ob_homepage_tech_pool&iid=obnetwork

Lamar Odom!

Give your opinion about this situation. And also explain how you would give support as if he was related to you. One paragraph minimum.

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/15/us/lamar-odom-condition/

10/15/15 Rape

One paragraph minimum. Please comment on the article below.

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/15/asia/sydney-gang-rape-camera/index.html

Freewrite 10/13/15

Summarize a current event in a minimum of one paragraph.

Freewrite 10/7/14

Summarize one current event... Minimum one paragraph

Director Research - 10/6/15

Research one famous filmmaker/Director and talk about what technique has made him/her popular and why?

10/5/15 ISIS destroys ancient arch

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/05/middleeast/syria-isis-palmyra-arch-of-triumph/index.html

write 1 paragraph about the article and give your opinion.

Oregon Community College Shooting

Write a minimum of one paragraph explaining your opinion for whether or not most colleges are safe from attacks like this or not. Also give your feelings about this attack on the community college.

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/01/us/oregon-college-shooting/

Powerball!!!

Write a minimum of one paragraph about what you would do with the money if u won the lottery.

http://money.cnn.com/2015/10/01/news/powerball-winner/index.html

Current Event Freewrite 9-30-15

Post about Two Current Events ... Minimum One Paragraph DO NOT COPY AND PASTE

Twitter

STEP 1. GO ON OUR TWITTER ACCOUNT AND FOLLOW US @DUTCHTOWNMEDIA

STEP 2. POST ON THE BLOG WITH YOUR TWITTER HANDLE SO THAT WE WILL KNOW
THAT YOU HAVE FOLLOWED.

STEP 3. DO NOT UN-FOLLOW US BECAUSE YOUR GRADE DEPENDS ON IT

STEP 4. WHAT IF I DON'T HAVE A TWITTER??

STEP 5. MAKE ONE!!!!

Samsung vs Apple!!!

After viewing the link below, write a minimum of one paragraph about why you think either Apple or Samsung is better and explain why.

http://money.cnn.com/2015/09/17/technology/apple-samsung/index.html?iid=ob_homepage_tech_pool&iid=obnetwork

Teens & Investments 9.17.15

Go online and find something that you can invest in now, that will give you a financial return in the future.

Start by Googling teen investments.

Please write about why you think the particular investment you find is a good idea, and how you plan to invest in your future.

Kanye West for 2020 President!!!

After looking at the the article and video from the link below, give reasons why u think Kanye West would or would not be a good President for the year of 2020.

Give at least a minimum of 1 paragraph.

http://www.vh1.com/news/205757/kanye-west-presidential-commercial/

Roald Dahl Setpember 15

Who is Roald Dahl? What are some of his accomplishments? Have you ever read any of his books? Which is your favorite? How do you think others felt about the famous author? One paragraph minimum. Use the link to help. http://www.cnn.com/2015/09/13/living/roald-dahl-day/index.html

iPhone vs. Android: Which is better?

Check out the link below and comment on which is better in your opinion. One paragraph minimum





http://money.cnn.com/interactive/technology/iphone-android-comparison/?iid=ob_homepage_tech_pool&iid=obnetwork

September 11 Anniversary

Write one paragraph on how you feel about the 9/11 attack. What are your unanswered questions? How did this affect us worldwide?

9/9/15

Comment on the Article below. Do you think more athletes should take this stance?


http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2562627-adrian-coxson-retires-latest-comments-and-reaction?iid=ob_article_topstories_pool

Freewrite 9/8/15

Post about Two Current Events. One Paragraph Minimum

Migrant Crisis 9.3.15

Please give your opinion on the article below.
http://www.cnn.com/2015/09/03/europe/middle-east-migrant-crisis/

ONE PARAGRAPH MINIMUM

September 1, 2015

Do you think in the next 10 years robots will be able to do many jobs that day to day people do such as teacher, police officers, etc. ?  Give your opinion about robots and the future, and how you feel about the article below in one paragraph minimum.

http://www.cnn.com/2015/07/17/travel/japan-hotel-robot-opens/index.html

Wes Craven -August 31, 2015

Legendary Horror Filmmaker Wes Craven has died. Google his list of films and talk about the legacy he has left behind. 1 paragraph minimum.

August 28 2015- Hurricane Katrina

Hurricane Katrina was over 10 years ago, and today is the anniversary. What are your memories if any of this horrific storm? 

If you do not have any memories of it, simply give your opinion based on the article below.

http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/hurricane-katrina-anniversary/one-decade-later-look-back-katrinas-destruction-n408456

Mental Health, Racism, or Both - News Crew Murders

What is the main factor(s) that you believe contributed to the events below.
http://www.cnn.com/2015/08/27/us/virginia-shooting-wdbj-bryce-williams-parker-adams/index.html

Sexist sign

Please give your opinion on this article- Minimum one paragraph



http://www.cnn.com/2015/08/25/us/virginia-old-dominion-university-sigma-nu-offensive-banners/index.html

Freewrite -8/24/15

Summarize one current event Minimum one paragraph

Loss of Jobs -August 21, 2015

Read the story below.

http://money.cnn.com/2015/08/19/technology/tech-destroys-creates-jobs/index.html

What skills do you believe you should have in the future, due to the loss of certain types of jobs?

August 20- Freewrite

Summarize one current event - 1 Paragraph minimum

August 19 -Tech

Find one new technology gadget and write an overview. Please give specifics about the functionality of the technology.

Bond- August 18

Who is Julian Bond and why was he important?  1 paragraph minimum

Film Video - August 17, 2015

Watch this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICcE72RwEyc

Freewrite -August 14 2015

Do not Copy and Paste! This will result in a failing grade

Summarize two current events

INFLUENCE -August 13, 2015

Write about a celebrity that you admire and why? What makes a celebrity a good role model?

August 12, 2015 Too Much Homework

See the link below. Do you believe that this is true? Give your opinion with details in one paragraph.



http://www.cnn.com/2015/08/12/health/homework-elementary-school-study/index.html

August 11, 2015 -Freewrite

Summarize two current events that interest you.

Protests gone wrong- August 10, 2015

See the link below. Give your opinion about what you think needs to happen to relieve tensions between police and protestors?


http://www.cnn.com/2015/08/10/us/ferguson-protests/index.html

CHOOSE 1 August 7 2015

Choose number  1 or  number 2 

1. Give an overview and your opinion of one of the " Disruptors" follow the link for more information. http://www.cnn.com/interactive/2015/08/us/disruptors/

Or 

2.View highlights from last nights Republican party debate and comment on which candidate you believe made the strongest points. Follow the link for more information http://www.cnn.com/2015/08/07/politics/republican-presidential-debate-takeaways/index.html

Issues August 6, 2015

In one paragraph summarize what political or social  issues you believe the future presidential candidates should address and why.

Technology -August 5, 2015

Research and name 2 apps that you have never heard of. Provide details about what the app does and how it can benefit students.

August 4, 2015 - Class Ideas

Write a minimum on two paragraphs. What are some segments that you would like to see on the school news program, and why are you interested in this course?

Violence In Baltimore Tuesday 5/26/15

The Police in Baltimore have been accused of turning a blind eye to the recent violence. What are your thoughts about this?


Google information and give your opinion.

Current Event Free-write -May 20,2015

Summarize two current events - minimum one paragraph

5G May 19, 2015

Read the link below and give your opinion. Will you switch to 5G?



http://money.cnn.com/2015/05/18/technology/5g-cost-wireless-data/index.html

PUT DOWN THAT ENERGY DRINK - Friday May 8th 2015

Energy Drinks are a 10 billion dollar money maker, but at what cost to you? Blog about whether you believe energy drinks are good for you or not. Use google for your research.

Current event freewrite Friday 5/1/15

write one paragraph minimum... current event summary...

CURRENT EVENT FREEWRITE MONDAY APRIL 27,2015

SUMMARIZE ONE CURRENT EVENT... MIN 1 PARAGRAPH

CURRENT EVENT -FREEWRITE FRIDAY APPRIL 24, 2015

SUMMARIZE ONE CURRENT EVENT TODAY.  MINIMUM 1 PARAGRAPH

LA POLICIA - SELF EXPRESSION OR MAKING MATTERS WORSE THURSDAY APRIL 23, 2015

VIEW THIS LINK  
http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/ti-we-are-calling-for-the-death-of-our-people-to-end/vp-AAbxUsQ

IS THIS SELF EXPRESSION THROUGH SONG MAKING A BAD SITUATION WORSE? WHAT IS YOUR OPINION?

MIN 1 PARAGRAPH

FREDDIE'S DEATH WEDNESDAY 4/22/15

Express your thoughts on this article. Do you think there is a cover up involved?


http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/22/us/baltimore-freddie-gray-death/index.html

MARIJUANA REVOLUTION TUESDAY APRIL 21, 2015

READ THE ARTICLE.
http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/20/politics/being-moody-pot-laws/index.html

IS THIS A GOOD IDEA? WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS

MINIMUM ONE PARAGRAPH.

MOM FOUND - MONDAY APRIL 20,2015

What are your thoughts about this story? How effective is the internet for helping people find their loved ones?


http://www.hlntv.com/video/2015/04/18/mother-daughter-reunited-facebook-co-workers?hpt=hln10_4?cid=H57183a10

CURRENT EVENT FREEWRITE - FRIDAY APRIL 17, 2015

STOP COPYING OTHERS BLOG POSTS. IF YOU DO THIS MOVING FORWARD YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZERO FOR THE DAILY POST.

FREEWRITE- SUMMARIZE TWO CURRENT EVENTS

1 PARAGRAPH MINIMUM

DID HE DO IT/ THURSDAY APRIL 16, 2015

STOP COPYING OTHERS BLOG POSTS. IF YOU DO THIS MOVING FORWARD YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZERO FOR THE DAILY POST.

 Go to CNN.com and look up the articles highlighting the evidence surrounding the Aaron Hernandez case. Do you believe that the jury made the right decision?

Minimum of 1 paragraph.

MISTRESS STING/ETHICAL DECISIONS

READ THE ARTICLE WEDNESDAY APRIL 15, 2015

http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/15/us/v-stiviano-shelly-sterling-lawsuit/index.html

Should Ms. Stiviano have to pay money back for her involvement with a married man. How does this situation play into ethics, and what are your personal thoughts?

SOCIAL FAME - TUESDAY APRIL 14, 2015

Provide a summary of two people that have risen to fame via the internet or social media. What have they become famous for, and do you believe social media is the new talent search technique?

ERIC HARRIS /WALTER SCOTT MONDAY APRIL 13, 2015

GIVE YOUR OPINION. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ABOUT THESE INCIDENTS?

SEE LINKS TO THE STORIES BELOW 

LINK 1 http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/04/12/was-tulsa-shooter-a-pay-to-play-cop.html

LINK 2 http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/08/us/south-carolina-officer-is-charged-with-murder-in-black-mans-death.html?_r=0

MINIMUM OF ONE PARAGRAPH 

MAKEUP DAY -Friday April 3, 2015

Make up any blogs that you have missed. If you have not missed any blogs this is a free day for you.
Happy Spring Break!

UBER VS. COP -THURSDAY APRIL 2, 2015

Take a look at the video and link. 

What do you think should happen to the police officer for his behavior? MIN 1 PARAGRAPH

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SL8oCWjTzoI

http://nypost.com/2015/04/01/cop-that-berated-uber-driver-stripped-of-badge-and-gun/

CURRENT EVENT - FREEWRITE -APRIL 1, 2015

CHOOSE 2 CURRENT EVENTS AND GIVE AN OVERVIEW

MINIMUM OF 2 PARAGRAPHS

BLOGGER DEATH - TUESDAY MARCH 31, 2015

http://www.cnn.com/2015/03/31/asia/bangladesh-blogger-death/index.html


SEE THE LINK ABOVE AND COMMENT ON THIS ARTICLE.

1 PARAGRAPH MINIMUM

TO PROTEST OR NOT - MONDAY MARCH 30, 2015

http://www.cbs46.com/story/28643304/flash-mob-protesters-barge-into-vinings-restaurants-want-diners-to-feel-uncomfortable


SEE THE LINK ABOVE. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ABOUT THIS? DO YOU THINK THERE SHOULD BE LIMITS TO PROTESTING OR NOT?

FREEWRITE - 2 CURRENT EVENTS FRIDAY MARCH 27,2015

FREEWRITE - CHOOSE TWO CURRENT EVENTS, SUMMARIZE AND GIVE OPINIONS.

MINIMUM 1 PARAGRAPH.

GIMME FIVE - THURSDAY MARCH 26, 2015

COMPLETE NUMBERS 1 & 2 BELOW 
1.WHAT ARE 5 WAYS THAT YOU CAN GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY AND OR INCREASE YOUR HEALTH?

2. CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE AND GIVE YOUR OPINION ABOUT THE #GIMMEFIVE INITIATIVE.


http://www.letsmove.gov/blog/2015/02/23/first-lady-has-challenge-you-gimmefive

CONSPIRACY THEORIES- WEDNESDAY MARCH 25, 2015

Google Conspiracy Theories and Write a summary on the one you find the most interesting. Include how conspiracy theories shape our opinions in culture and society .

Minimum of two paragraphs.

CELEBRITY PERKS - TUESDAY MARCH 24,2015

Singer-songwriter David Crosby hit a jogger with his car Sunday evening.
Do you think that Celebrities should receive special treatment when they break the law? If you were a celebrity would you use your fame to help you get out of trouble?

SEE THE VIDEO LINK /ARTICLE BELOW 
http://www.cnn.com/2015/03/23/us/david-crosby-jogger/index.html

LAGGING BEHIND - FRIDAY MARCH 20, 2015

MINIMUM OF 2 PARAGRAPHS

Read this article 

 http://www.africaundisguised.com/newsportal/story/culture-discipline-and-hardwork-chinese-students-lead-world-american-students-lag-far-behind

Answer the questions below 

What are some of the  reasons you believe that some American students are not achieving their goals, and what will you do to ensure you reach yours?

HILLARY CLINTON - THURSDAY MARCH 19, 2015

Hillary Clinton ( Former U.S Secretary of State) underwent days of scrutiny because she had to explain why she used a private email account verses her government approved email account.  The Inspector General's report says that of the 1 billion emails sent by State Department employees in 2011, just over 61,000 were kept.


 Do you think she should be scrutinized for this? Why was she in violation by using a personal email account?

CURRRENT EVENT FREEWRITE - WED MARCH 18,2015

Write a minimum of 2 paragraphs  summarizing 2 current events .

THE POWER OF MUSIC - TUESDAY MARCH 17, 2015

Why is music important?

Write about your favorite musician or band.

In 2 paragraphs explain why they inspire you and what you like most about them?

ANTHONY HILL -MARCH 16, 2015

 Do you believe that the Dekalb county police were justified in killing Anthony Hill?

The link is below. You can also google Anthony Hill Dekalb County for more details.



http://www.11alive.com/story/news/local/chamblee/2015/03/15/anthony-hill-funeral/24806073/


MINIMUM OF 2 PARAGRAPHS

FREEWRITE 2 CURRENT EVENTS - MARCH 13, 2015

Freewrite -  Choose two current events to summarize

Minimum 2 Paragraphs

DR. PHIL /GORDON -MARCH 12, 2015

Daughter of famous singer Whitney Houston, Bobbi Kristina Brown has been hospitalized for weeks. Bobbi Kristina's boyfriend Nick Gordon recently went on Dr. Phil to discuss all of the allegations surrounding the incident that placed Bobbi Kristina in the hospital. You can view some of the interview with Nick below.

Do you think that Dr. Phil should have aired this show, with Nick not being able to coherently sit and conduct the interview? Should there be boundaries with exposing weaknesses in the media?

( copy and paste this link)
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5npnhSJXrI

TECHNOLOGY & SOCIAL MEDIA -MARCH 11, 2015

What do you think is the best technology available to your generation and why ?(this includes apps and social media.)

SAE- MARCH 10, 2015

What is your opinion of the controversy surrounding Sigma Alpha Epsilon? Do you think that the President of the university made the correct decision in reaction to the video that was released.
MINIMUM of 2 paragraphs

( Here is the link to copy and paste in your browser in case you are unfamiliar with the story)


http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2015/03/09/oklahoma-fraternity-racist-video/24634005/

CURRENT EVENT FREEWRITE -MARCH 9, 2015

Write about two current events in the media. What happened and why are the events important? Minimum of 2 paragraphs.

BLURRED LINES - MARCH 6, 2015

Read this article

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/blurred-lines-trial-reveals-how-778884

Comment on whether you believe Robin Thicke, T.I, and Pharell should be sued for the similarities of their song "Blurred Lines" to Marvin Gaye's music. Include comments on what they violated.
MINIMUM of 2 Paragraphs.

SOCIAL MEDIA- MARCH 5, 2015

What are some ways that students and young adults abuse social media? What are some of your experiences... and what ways can the abuse be eliminated?

REPORTER/FILM MAKER RESEARCH MARCH 4,2015

Google famous news reporters or filmmakers, and give an overview of what made that reporter or filmmaker successful.  ( choose a reporter or filmmaker, not both) MINIMUM OF 2 PARAGRAPHS

MEDIA & CULTURE MARCH 3,2015

How does media influence culture and society?  Name ways in which you have been influenced by media. MINIMUM OF 2 paragraphs

Freewrite about what you think would make a great video class.1-2 paragraphs