Choose one of the films below as your subject for a reflection paper addressing cultural representation as presented in a movie and discussing communication barriers that arise due to cultural differences between key characters. Alien Gran Torino Remember the Titans A Silent Voice Hidden Figures Slumdog Millionaire Avatar Hotel Rwanda Snowpiercer Belle In the Heights…
The stereotype of the American Indian as a “noble savage” became popular among Americans and Western Europeans during the 18th century. Anglo-Americans used the term “noble savage” to characterize American Indians as wise, spiritual, and connected to nature, while simultaneously disparaging them as uncivilized, primitive, and inferior. Visual depictions of American Indians as noble savages…
Define the fiscal federalism model and provide a scholarly paper concerning the advantages and disadvantages of fiscal federalism to U.S. states and local governments. You will complete 6 Case Study Assignments throughout this course. Below you will find a chart with each Case Study Assignment and the Module: Week it is due. You will also…
Please see the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgnd4rj2pT8 Assignment: 1. Schedule a video/audio call with your professor. (This will be an informal conversation format.) Be prepared for an INFORMAL discussion of the various groups you consider when preparing for a major change or transition in your organization. 2. This discussion will address how you will study the various…
After reading the course materials, follow the instructions for the assignment and its submission: Submission Instructions (choose one of the 2 options): 1. Make a presentation about social groups and their different types. 2. Describe the primary and secondary groups in an interactive presentation. · Use a word processor, such as Word, to complete the…
After reading the course materials, follow the instructions for the assignment and its submission: Submission Instructions: 1. Write an essay on the role of social groups in the preservation of Puerto Rico’s cultural traditions. · Use a word processor, such as Word, to complete the Assignment. · Include bibliographic references in the writing. · In…
Identify an historically significant action that was made by someone (an individual artist and/or group) in Twentieth-Century American Popular Music. Describe its genre and place it in the historical context. Objectives: The student is expected to listen and respond critically to music and to articulate an informed, personal reaction in a coherent and engaging manner.…
Module 9 Discussion Prompt Should there be term limits for US Representatives and US Senators? Explain your reasoning and be specific. Provide examples of "pros" and "cons" for each side of the discussion. Should US Representatives and US Senators be required to step down from their position to run for the office of President?…
Module 7 Discussion Prompt Begin by watching this video: https://youtu.be/cbsRxWZK0cQ How important is it to know who is supplying the funds to run political advertisements? Should interest groups be more transparent in their funding and identify their donors? How does this relate to the First Amendment right to freedom of association? What limits should…
Module 8 Discussion Prompt Begin by watching the following political advertisements: Most people, when asked, will say that they do not like negative ads. However, negative advertising does work and, therefore, it is used quite often. What type of campaign material most appeals to you? What is not appealing? If you were running for…