#CriticalReading

[the-ruby-enchanter]

Unfortunately you have a pathetic Feysand shipper on your post. Those people scare me cause if this were real life they would likely defend this shit under the premise "but it's morally grey" again excusing and justifying it especially the pregnancy plot when in reality this would be seen as abuse and is quite triggering to abuse survivors yet they can't even comprehend that fact because of how far up their own asses they are in defending their delusions. They say they don't try to push their opinions on others yet they go on a ten page essay on one of your posts. The biggest hypocrites around I tell ya.

First of all, thank you for the support, I truly appreciate it 🙏.

Honestly, when I first woke up and saw that wall of text on my post, I was half-asleep and just stared at my screen like, “hey there, chill!”

And that wasn’t even the only one. I’ve got messages telling me I “know nothing about the books,” that I “just defend toxic people,” or that I am a “Tamlin stan” — even though I didn’t mention Tamlin once in that post.

All I did was express a personal opinion and try to engage with the story from a more grounded, real-life perspective.

And let’s be real: if your best friend was assaulted by someone known for mind manipulation, and a few months later she came to you saying she was “in love” with him, wouldn’t you pause and question what’s actually going on? That doesn’t make you toxic or heartless, it makes you concerned. And I sometimes feel like that’s exactly the point of the book being told through Feyre’s eyes: to experience her perspective as she saw it, whether or not it was influenced or manipulated.

That’s also why in ACOSF, when we see things from a different character’s point of view, the image of Rhys shifts — drastically. And it proves how perspective can hide or reveal truths, especially in morally grey narratives.

At the end of the day. That’s the beauty of literature , it invites thought, discussion, and debate. But maybe we could all try doing that without the ten-page essays and personal insults next time, yeah?

[peterparkerr06]

Are you struggling with writing a critical analysis essay? You've come to the right place! In this video, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide to writing a successful critical analysis essay. Our video covers everything you need to know, from understanding the assignment to selecting the perfect topic to craft a thesis statement, writing a compelling introduction and body paragraphs, and finally, wrapping it all up with a strong conclusion.

[makingmediameta]

[HOMEWORK] Critical Reading Activity

Pick a source that you will use for your keyword definition argument. Scan your marked up text and type up your answers to the questions below. Post them together in a Tumblr post. Due Feb 11, 11:59 PM.

Active Reading – Mark up the Text

Underline key ideas – for example, topic sentences.

Box or circle words or phrases you want to remember.

Place a checkmark or a star next to an important idea.

Place a double check mark or double star next to an especially significant idea.

Put a question mark near any unfamiliar reference or a word you need to look up.

Number the writer’s key supporting points or examples.

Use different color highlighters.

Don’t be afraid to write your thoughts in the margins or on a separate sheet of paper (like the dialogic journal).

Questions to Ask (and Answer) when Reading a Text

What issue is the writer focusing on?

Does the writer take a clear stand on this issue?

What is the writer’s thesis (if there is one)?

What is the writer’s purpose for writing?

Who is the audience for this writing?

What is the writer’s tone?  Why do you think he/she writes with this tone?

Does the writer seem to assume readers will agree with his/her position?

What evidence does the writer use to support the essay’s thesis/central argument?  Does the writer include enough evidence?

Does the writer consider, address and/or refute opposing arguments?

Do you understand the vocabulary?  If not, look the words up.

Do you understand the writer’s references/citations?  If not, look them up.

Do you agree with the points the writer makes?  Why/why not?

What connections can you make between this article and others you have read?

[millietalksdrama]

‘Faustus in the 21st Century’ by Douglas Schuler - Review

[sheenarose]

I had an intense conversation with @jessicataylor___ and @london_artist1 at the Tate Britain about the history of How the Caribbean move to England in the 1970's and I was so confused, I remember I watched a film at the @thrdhrzn about the same topic and I was very confused of this history and asked them why should I care??? I didn't learn this at school in primary and secondary school or think about it but now I realised how much information we lack here , we only been taught up to Independence and I agree that the critical writing , thinking and talking is going down, some may argue with me but bring it on! We need to!!! We are slowing sinking...so I bought the book to learn more of this history!!! #quicksand #criticalreading #criticalwriting #sheenarose #educatingoneself

[viktoriyapylceid100]

The MDM of the Interent

Misinformation - https://www.influencerintelligence.com/blog/zh/instagram-takes-a-stand-against-dietox-culture 

     Misinformation relates to content which does not mean any ill intent but is not correct or fully accurate. Misinformation can create plenty of issues when it is disseminated to a broad audience especially if they are young and influential. Girls and women alike already face many body image issues with the amount of photoshopped and edited media creating unrealistic expectations for beauty standards. The promotion of Fit Teas and diet suppressing lollipops the Kardashians like to promote promise easy weight loss. This, however, is not the case as many of the products are in fact natural laxatives and there is no such thing as easy weight loss since it takes plenty of time and effort to correct one's diet, sleep and exercise. 

Disinformation - https://www.bmj.com/company/newsroom/foreign-disinformation-social-media-campaigns-linked-to-falling-vaccination-rates/

     As some parts of the world begin the return to normal life pre-pandemic, many will remember the hard work put into developing the vaccine allowing us to return to this state. This, however, did not stop thousands from spreading disinformation online directly harming the rate at which vaccinations were administered. Disinformation refers to information that was purposely falsified and or fabricated for the purpose of harm. As disinformation about the side effects of the vaccine, its effectiveness and its legitimacy were disseminated among other things, it decreased the number of people who would get vaccinated. It should be noted that this doesn’t only apply to the COVID-19 vaccines but to others such as smallpox, and measles among others as well.

Mal-information - https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/ive-seen-how-institutions-protect-men-accused-of-abuse-heres-what-we-can-do/2018/12/18/71fd876a-02ed-11e9-b5df-5d3874f1ac36_story.html  

     A popular court case that has been trending recently involving Amber Heard and Johnny Depp has procured a large following of the trial. Mal-information relating to information which isn’t inherently wrong but is distributed with the intent of harm is one of the main causes of the trial. As the verdict was reached on Tuesday in Johnny Depp's favour, it is valid to say that this article heavily affected Johnny's career and reputation. Although there may have been some truth to Ambers's statements, she ultimately defames Johnny in the article by stating things he didn’t necessarily do by creating elaborate wording.

[theonewhere-shewrites-blog]

I've been really interested in reference books on reading lately. So, I went a little happy at the #StAgnesBookSale. I saw this one, with its simple perfect cover. • Have you read any critical reading reference books that impacted you? • • • #reading #englishreference #reference #book #bookstagram #booksofinstagram #booksale #library #librarysale #criticalreading #books #booknerdigans #booknerd #weekend #photosofbooks #sundayfunday #petermendelsund #whatweseewhenweread (at New York, New York)

[angparph]

Letture importanti - #criticalreading #instapic #travelphotography #iphone7plus #readingtime #reading #manifesto #donne #donnemature #womanpower #funeralposters

[millietalksdrama]

‘In-Yer-Face Theatre: British Drama Today’ by Aleks Sierz - Review

[juwaaaan]

THE 4 ARTICLES

1.) UNITED STATES & CANADA: WHY THEY GET ALONG DESPITE THEIR DIFFERENCES

AUTHOR: N/A

JOURNAL: Bloomp, 2017

URL: https://bloomp.net/articles/united_states_and_canada_differences.htm

MAIN IDEA: Despite the differences of the Canadian and the American government, the two neighboring countries very much get along.

EVIDENCES: 

*They both have economies that are very closely linked to each other, and so each nation is beneficial to the other.

*Both of their best interests, the United States as well as Canada’s, to have a good and peaceful relationship with each other.

*Both speak primarily the same language, and have cultures that are very similar.  

2.) PROTECTING AND PRESERVING THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS 

AUTHOR: N/A

JOURNAL: Bloomp, 2017

URL: https://bloomp.net/articles/preserving_hawaiian_islands.htm

MAIN IDEA: The Hawaiian Islands has been having a huge of increase in the population and urbanization lately, and the people in it should find ways on how to protect and preserve its natural beauty. 

EVIDENCES:

* The population of Hawaii has been growing at a rate of 15%, which, even though it is less than the growth rate of several other states within the United States, because of the fact that this is a set of islands, makes it all the more harmful.

* The increasing population size in Hawaii has increased the burden on welfare costs.

3.)  CHANGING ETHNIC DEMOGRAPHICS IN CALIFORNIA AUTHOR: N/A JOURNAL: Bloomp, 2017 URL: https://bloomp.net/articles/changing_ethnic_demographics_california.htm MAIN IDEA: The population in California is rapidly growing and the races that's dominating it is constantly changing. EVIDENCES: * There was immigration to California from other countries throughout the world, and this accounted for a net increase in 300,000 people among the population of California. * The white population in California, although still the largest segment of the total population, continues to decline, because of a couple different factors. * The ethnic populations in the state, as well as their ratios of the total population numbers, are changing rapidly.

4.) COUNTER-URBANIZATION IN NORTH AMERICA

AUTHOR: N/A

JOURNAL: Bloomp, 2017

URL: https://bloomp.net/articles/counter_urbanization_north_america.htm

MAIN IDEA:  Shrinking of population in the urban cities of North America because of counter-urbanization.

EVIDENCES: 

*  More jobs in mining, forestry, and other rural-related jobs * More people leaving the city for rural areas and small towns when they retire * People are attracted to the lure of the more simple life, free from business, hectic days, traffic congestion, pollution, and so forth.

[celia-johnson]

2019 homework has begun in earnest #stacks #homework #criticalreading #modernism #postmodernism #painting #contemporaryarttheory #celiajohnson #_celiajohnson_ http://bit.ly/2CmgnjN

[easylingoesdotcom]

Iran: Grand Ayatollah says Qur’an is ‘healing for all pains of humans and can solve all problems’

Iran: Grand Ayatollah says Qur’an is ‘healing for all pains of humans and can solve all problems’

He cites this verse as evidence: “A book that we have revealed to you, full of blessing, so that they may ponder its signs, and that men of understanding may reflect.” (Qur’an 38:29) Yet states that implement the teachings of the Qur’an, including Iran, are human rights basket cases. Find out why in The CriticalRead More

[noodlenuts]

WARNING! I've always been a huge fan of Florence Parry Heide, but this book is best read when you have the time and inclination for a good talk with your little audience! 💪💪💪 Heide's "How To Be A Hero" (2016), illustrated by Chuck Groenink, is a super clever look at the messages we give our kids and how they receive them, and the influence of pop culture. Gideon wants to be a hero, but his idea of what a hero is may be just a little skewed... The interplay between the story (Gideon's perspective) and Groenink's artwork (what's actually happening) is brilliant and often hilarious, and makes for a fun conversation with kids about the differences and what they mean. A great storytime book for prompting discussion! ⚫ ⚫ #noodlenutskidsbooks #bookstagraminthe6ix #howtobeahero #florenceparryheide #chuckgroenink #chroniclekids #heroes #heroism #mixups #misunderstanding #beingbrave #beingfamous #read #igbooks #librarylife #fortheloveofbooks #readwithriver_discussions #kidsbookstagram #readingmatters #talkingwithkids #talktoyourkids #kidsreading #readtokids #kidslitart #criticalreading #picturebooksofinstagram #kidslovebooks #newchildrensbook #lifelongreaders #classroomreadalouds https://www.instagram.com/p/B3nE0l5HPLF/?igshid=dwdpoy1yidb

[vitalizeone]

#critic #criticalthinking #critical #criticism #VitalizeOne #critics #criticalmass #criticalcare #valentus #criticalrole #criticallyendangered #tennant #criticalthinker #vt #criticize #ignore #networkmarketing #vitaly #criticalforce #entrepreneurship #malicious #criticschoiceawards #criticschoice #criticalreading #criticalhit #ignorethem #criticalpower #canyouhandleit #criticaltheory #criticalstrike https://www.instagram.com/p/BwZ6X6OnmfY/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=16byxe4x8cpd0

[makingmediameta]

Critical Reading Activity 

1) What issue is the writer focusing on? 

The author focuses on the lack of research done on memes as an effective tool for learning. 

2) Does the writer take a clear stand on the issue? 

Yes. Ciro Scardina is enthusiastic about popular culture, and shares his interests with his students to ensure a better relationship with his students because he believes it encourages them to learn because learning is made fun.

3) Thesis. 

Memes deserve to be noticed for the benefits they offer teachers as a tool to build relationships and to students as a tool to express their learning.

4) Who is the intended audience? 

The intended audience could be educators in the field to encourage others to participate in using memes in an educational setting to yield results.

5) Author’s purpose for writing. 

He desires to affect change. He wants more people to be aware of the effects memes can have on teacher and students in a classroom setting. 

6) What is the writer’s tone?

The author’s tone is personable, enthusiastic, and positive. He tries to gain the reader’s attention by being peppy and connects with the reader by using popular culture.

7) Does the writer seem to assume the reader will agree with her position?

I do not think the writer automatically thinks the reader will agree because there is barely any evidence correlating memes and education. However, he defines memes in several contexts and how they could be applied to learning and forming relationships.

8) Evidence for thesis? Is it enough?

Uses logic: “through pop culture, student understand that you get them and that they matter...They spawn laughter, conversation, and a sense of commonality.” He uses ted talks and blog posts for additional support. Good development of ethos. It is enough for the time being and its purpose, this article could motivate someone to conduct research on the topic.

9) Unfamiliar jargon 

Caveat -  a warning or proviso of specific stipulations, conditions, or limitations.

barrage -  bombard (someone) with something.

palpable -  (of a feeling or atmosphere) so intense as to seem almost tangible.

10) Does the author consider, address, and/or refute opposing arguments?

Considers that there are people that focus on more “important” categories like politics and religion which divide people instead of the “fluff” such as what falls under popular culture and brings people together.

11) Citations 

Include blog posts, a Ted Talk, New York Times article

12) Do you agree with the points the author made?

I agree because I’ve had teachers that employed memes into the classroom experience. It works to keep a student’s attention since most memes are funny, thus making learning fun and more likely for a student to retain that information.

13) What connections can you make to other articles?

Like most meme articles, the writer posted photos of memes for visual appeals and clarification. Most articles focus on memes as popular culture that evolves by spreading it to others that could re-post or alter them.

-MB

[tutorlonestar]

Me thinks we need new courses in schools #tutorlonestar #frenchelections #criticalreading http://ift.tt/2obQKO9