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