Elevator Riddle- Propel78

Posted on October 18, 2023 by propel78
  • – I press the Summon Button at the fifth floor of the 8 story office building I’m in the elevator proceeds to the corresponding floor of the button that was pressed.
  • – The elevator goes to up to the thirds floor where is Stops ands Opens the reason why the elevator stop is because that before my floor.
  • -Then the elevator goes up to my floor where it Stops and Opens where I get in and press the Destination Button
  • -after pressing the Destination Button the doors then proceed to close and g on with the command
  • –Destination Button is requested, but before going to the destination the elevator goes to the Summoning Button that were pressed before going to my destination.
  • –Doors Close and go up to the 7th floor where the elevator Stops and the doors Open then I get out and go on with my day and then the doors Close and does its next command
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Proposal +5 – tonysoprano44

Posted on October 18, 2023 by tonysoprano44

For my topic I will be examining how post collegiate success is most effectively achieved. I will be researching the correlation between success after college in relation to connections and how a student involves themself with clubs and opportunities opposed to their grades. I want to prove that it is not good grades that get you job opportunities, but rather the people you meet and the social skills you develop while being enrolled in college.

Sources:

  1. https://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2020/10/19/do-college-grades-predict-future-success/?sh=7d53ce7e5af6

Background: This Forbes article goes in depth about a study conducted that shows that college GPA relatively has no correlation to IQ as well as salary post-college.

How I will use it: I will use this source to show that GPA and salary after college are not correlated. This supports the idea that grades do not make you successful

2. Interview

Background: For this source I will interview my dad, who was in college and has been employed for 16 years in an industry for which he did not use his major or diploma. I will ask him questions about what skills and connections helped him succeed in life rather than his grades let alone his unused diploma.

How I will use it: I will use an interview to get a first hand source of why grades don’t determine success after college. My dad has a lot of insight on the topic and can help me use real life references in a credible way.

3. https://www.cnbc.com/2021/10/13/more-education-doesnt-always-get-you-more-money-report-finds.html

Background: The article talks about how the higher your education doesn’t guarantee you more money. Many people with just a high school diploma make more money than people with bachelors degrees, and there are studies to prove it.

How I will use it: These studies show that your grades in college let alone enrolling at all do not always have an effect on income. I will correlate this to the idea that success can be found outside of grades alone. Preparing yourself straight from high school and developing connections and networking is more beneficial than going to college.

4. https://www.theodysseyonline.com/networking-is-important-to-students

Background: This article doubles down on the fact that networking is more essential to being successful than getting good grades. However, this one talks more about joining clubs, associations, internships, etc. rather than just social networking alone.

How I will use it: I will use this article to talk more about the extra-curricular clubs aspect of networking, whether it is joining a fraternity, sports teams, and internships. I will correlate this to the theme of meeting people to get a head start on career affairs and obtaining a better salary through networking alone.

5. https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2017/10/social-skills-increasingly-valuable-to-employers-harvard-economist-finds/

Background: This Harvard study found that employers are hiring based on social skills rather than grades at an increased rate. The study shows that high social skills and low math skills are more likely to get a job than low social skills and high math skills.

How I will use it: I can use this to evoke the importance of learning how to connect with others and socialize to be successful after college. Employers are not looking for knowledge skills as much as they are social.

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Proposal+5 – JetsFan

Posted on October 18, 2023 by JetsFan2

Title – What does it mean to work out?

This research proposal is diving into the concept of “working out”. Many of the world’s population do some sort of physical activity. People seem to think that is considered exercising and not working out. The ideology of working out is pushing and pulling heavy weights around a gym. My theory consists of the beliefs that kayaking has the same, if not more benefits and gives a better pump to the upper back and lat muscles than doing back flies on a machine in the gym. The purpose of the research is to determine if working out should be more inclusive language and be visualized as a community of people who work out and exercise. Everyone should be able to say they work out.

Research Questions

  • What is the average age range of someone who uses a gym membership routinely?
  • Do you have specific goals behind your choice in style of activity?
  • Can your trends of exercise change?

Hypothesis

Based on the data, this study should have the hypothesis –

  • Going to the gym is viewed in the same world as going on a bike or in a kayak in the ideology of working out.
  • There is room in a gym for everyone and the other way around.

Expected Outcomes – The research is going to most likely lean towards the gym is heavily populated by a younger crowd. This can lead to two different thoughts on why that is. The first point being the reason the older crowd does not want to be going to the gym is mental. They do not feel comfortable going to the gym because they move slower and do not want to upset anyone by doing anything too long. The second being they prefer to do outdoor activity. But why is that? This is something I would like to dig deep into.

JetsFan – Sources

Fred, Olamide. “Benefits of Going to the Gym Everyday.” Nicholas Idoko, 16 May 2023, nicholasidoko.com/blog/2022/04/27/benefits-of-going-to-the-gym-everyday/.

I intend to use this article because I find it very beneficial due to the extensive list of positive things that come out of going to the gym everyday.

Leonie Cranney a, et al. “Impact of an Outdoor Gym on Park Users’ Physical Activity: A Natural Experiment.” Health & Place, Pergamon, 14 Dec. 2015, http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1353829215001495.

This article can be very helpful because it brings a nice twist into my hypothesis. It brings the idea of outdoor gyms and working out in the park.

Haennel, Robert G, and Francine Lemire. “Physical Activity to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease. How Much Is Enough?” The College of Family Physicians of Canada, The College of Family Physicians of Canada, 1 Jan. 2002, http://www.cfp.ca/content/48/1/65.short.

This website brings in the cardiovascular pros of getting your work in outdoors instead of a hot building like a gym.

Sport, 1Department of. “Short-Term Effects on Lower-Body Functional Power… : The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research.” LWW, journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Abstract/2005/05000/Short_Term_Effects_on_Lower_Body_Functional_Power.32.aspx. Accessed 18 Oct. 2023.

Both lifting weights and working on sprints, skips, jumps, and flexibility will both build muscle. This source breaks that down from the aspect of a athletic trainer or strength and conditioning coach.

Hedrick, Allen MA, FNSCA, CSCS*D1; Wada, Hiroaki CSCS2. Weightlifting Movements: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks?. Strength and Conditioning Journal 30(6):p 26-35, December 2008. | DOI: 10.1519/SSC.0b013e31818ebc8b

This talks about the pros and cons of straight weight training.

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Elevator Instructions-Jreggie20

Posted on October 18, 2023 by jreggie20

One call:

1.When the call button is pressed, go to the floor you were summoned to.

2.Take 10 seconds to get to the floor.

3.When arrived open the doors.

4.Allow passenger to get in.

5Close doors once passenger is in.

6.Stay idle until a floor button is selected.

7.Once floor is selected, lift up or down depending on which floor is selected.

8.Take 10 seconds to get to the desired floor.

9.Open the doors to let passengers out.

Multiple calls:

1.When the call button is pressed, go to the desired floor.

2.Open doors.

3.Remain idle until floor is selected.

4.Rise up.

5.If a call button is selected below the first desired floor ignore it.

6.Go to the call button after you are finished with your first assignment.

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Claims – JetsFan

Posted on October 18, 2023 by JetsFan2

It’s kind of hard to understand Caleb’s injuries. Even doctors can’t say for sure
exactly why he has flashbacks, why he could be standing in a bookstore when all of a sudden he’s sure he’s in Ramadi, the pictures in his brain disorienting him among
the stacks, which could turn from stacks to rows of rooftops that need to be scanned
for snipers.

These few phrases contain a couple different types of claims. The first claim, the first sentence, is an evaluative claim. There is judgement of the comprehension of the injuries Caleb has. The next few phrases consist of an illustrative claim and an evaluative claim. The author illustrates an image for the reader to help he or she understand what these flashbacks are like. It is an evaluative claim because it is clear to see when he is going into a flashback.

They don’t know exactly why it comes to him in dreams, and why
especially that time he picked up the pieces of Baghdad bombing victims and that
lady who appeared to have thrown herself on top of her child to save him only to find the child dead underneath torments him when he’s sleeping, and sometimes awake. 

The first part of this phrase is an attributive claim. They author can not back up the reason of the dreams, because it is unknown. The next part of the phrase consists of an illustrative claim. The author makes the reader feel like he or she is next to Caleb while he is picking up the pieces of the bombing victims. The following phrase is an illustrative claim. The reader feels like they have watched the lady throw herself on top of her child. The last type of claim comes in the bottom line. It is a comparative claim. It is a comparison because the author said the dreams not only torment him while sleeping, but also when he is awake.

Whatever is happening to Caleb, it’s as old as war itself. The ancient historian Herodotus told of Greeks being honorably dismissed for being “out of heart” and “unwilling to encounter danger.” 

The first sentence here is a comparative claim. The author compared the trauma going on in Caleb’s head right now as old as war itself. The second sentence here is an evaluative claim. The author called Herodotus out of heart and unwilling to encounter danger.

Civil War doctors, who couldn’t think of any other thing that might be unpleasant about fighting the Civil War but homesickness, diagnosed thousands with “nostalgia.” Later, it was deemed “irritable heart.” In World War I it was called “shell shock.” In World War II, “battle fatigue.” 

This entire phrase is one big definition claim. In each sentence the terminology used to describe what PTSD is being changed.

It wasn’t an official diagnosis until 1980, when Post Traumatic Stress Disorder made its debut in psychiatry’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

This sentence is a factual claim. The author declared that is became a real diagnosis in 1980.

In 1943, when Lt. General George S. Patton met an American soldier at an Italian hospital recovering from “nerves,” Patton slapped him and called him a coward. In 2006, the British Ministry of Defence pardoned some 300 soldiers who had been executed for cowardice and desertion during World War I, having concluded that many were probably just crippled by PTSD.

The first sentence here is a factual claim. It states that in 1943, the incident between Patton and the soldier took place. The same form of claim made by the author is in the second sentence. The factual claim made is that the British Ministry sent around 300 soldiers home due to their actions during World War 1. The last line of this phrase is an evaluative claim. The author said it had been concluded that the soldiers were being crippled by PTSD.

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Definition- Sunflower828

Posted on October 18, 2023 by louie.doodle.lover

While some may consider their deep and dark feelings as sadness, others experience such feelings in an amplified manner, causing them to become depressed. By not having the motivation to get out of bed, eat, complete simple hygiene tasks such as a shower or brushing one’s teeth, most significantly not being motivated to attend work or school, depression can take over the lives of those who experience the symptoms. When one is feeling as though they are drowning in sorrow and desolation, it can impact their life in significant ways, causing them to eat too much or not enough, fail to get out of bed, lose interest in normal activity,  impact their sleep schedule- causing too much or too little sleep, and even make them feel as though they are unable to leave their home. In extreme cases, depression can lead to suicidal thoughts or actions, causing a person to harm themselves or even end their life due to the melancholy that consumes their being. It is of critical importance that anyone struggling with depression gets the help they need, through therapy, or another positive outlet which they feel comfortable indulging in to cope with the sad thoughts that consume one’s mind. When consulting the correct form of therapy, one is able to move past their depressive state and resume normal behaviors and life activities. The outlet in which one chooses to consult may differ depending on the person. While some people choose to turn to a therapist, close friend or family member, others choose to find a community on social media who becomes their rock during that period of time.

Throughout history, the stigma behind mental health, more importantly depression, has changed dramatically from generation to generation. While some generations considered any depressive  or sorrowful feelings to be a hoax, others found them to be extremely important. Within recent years, the concept of a “mental health day” from school or work in order to cure the depressive episode one may be suffering from at the time has been normalized. Not only has the mindset and acceptance level regarding depression changed over time, the way in which sufferers choose to cope with their sadness does as well. Several decades ago, the mood disorder would have been overlooked and those who had fallen into the deep dark hole of depression would have been told to “toughen up”, at least those of whom chose to make their sadness known. Over the past several years, depression awareness has been on the rise, allowing those who feel as though they are drowning in sadness to use necessary resources to gain relief. Not only has the societal acceptance and recognition of depression evolved over time, the ways in which folks choose to cope with their symptoms has as well. Some choose to attend regularly scheduled therapy sessions, whereas others turn to online communities made up of members who share their same struggle and sorrow to find relief. 

With the never ending growth of social media platforms, it is extremely common for teens to spend a majority of their time online. Through the increased time spent on platforms such as TikTok, it is easy for the platform to be accused of causing a decline in the mental health of teens. Sources claim that TikTok increases viewer’s levels of depression by seeing the so-called “perfect lives” of content creators, when in reality the viewers’ lives look completely different, making the app out to be extremely unrealistic.  In reality, the platform is perceived to be helpful to teens, causing them to experience joy and happiness, as they are able to connect with others who feel similarly to themselves within a dark time. By viewing videos on the app created by other content creators who have fought the dark feelings of depression, teen viewers are able to understand the way in which someone who has experienced a similar form of adversity has managed and survived the deep, dark, feelings of depression. With the help of content creators sharing their encounter with depressive thoughts and feelings, more awareness is able to be spread throughout the platform, reaching those who need it most. By an influx of videos being posted on the app, a stronger community is able to be formed, allowing each and every viewer to find a content creator whose circumstance they relate to most, serving as a companion for the viewer. 

The TikTok algorithm contains a component that is similar to that of therapy, as it caters to the interest of the viewer, and what they find to be most interesting and helpful for their experience with the app. With this as a built-in feature of the app since its creation, some users may turn to the online platform to cure their depression, rather than a therapist or another form. Through the help of the creators on the app, the users are able to gain strategies which will help them overcome the grueling feelings of their depression, which contribute to the recovery of the individual. With the guidance and first hand experience of the creator, who may be an age close to that of a viewer, who went through the same or similar struggles, it allows the short video of the creator to serve as therapy for the depressed user. If the user feels extremely impacted by the advice and first hand account of the content creator who struggled with depression, then they may continue to reference and follow along with that specific creator’s journey within the recovery of depression, providing consistent relief for the now follower of the content. In extreme cases, one may even comment on a video or message a creator to speak more about the way in which they may have coped with their depression and lack of motivation, allowing them to form a community and find a friend and confidant on the app which serves as their theoretical therapy. Through the comment section on videos, a user may find others who have struggled with their battle with depression, allowing the community to consistently grow, reaching a larger audience who will be impacted by the testimonies of others. 

References

Avella, H. (2023). “TikTok ≠ therapy”: Mediating mental health and algorithmic mood disorders. New Media & Society, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/14614448221147284Tang X, Ding X and Zhou Z. (2023).

Towards Equitable Online Participation: A Case of Older Adult Content Creators’ Role Transition on Short-form Video Sharing Platforms. Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction. 7:CSCW2. (1-22). Online publication date: 28-Sep-2023.

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proposal+5 – maxxpayne

Posted on October 18, 2023 by maxxpayne

Title: “Shifting Perceptions of Cryptocurrency’s Intrinsic Value”


This research proposal aims to investigate the evolving perceptions of cryptocurrency’s intrinsic value across different age groups. Cryptocurrency, as a digital asset, has generated considerable debate regarding its inherent value. While traditional assets such as real estate or precious metals possess tangible worth, the value of cryptocurrency is often questioned due to its intangible nature. This study postulates that while cryptocurrency is presently perceived as lacking intrinsic value among many age groups, the younger generations demonstrate a potential for a different perspective as they gain a deeper understanding of this digital asset over time.

Research Questions
To guide this research, the following questions will be addressed:

a. How do individuals across different age groups perceive the intrinsic value of cryptocurrency?
b. Are there generational differences in the understanding and acceptance of cryptocurrency’s value?
c. Can we identify trends or shifts in the perception of cryptocurrency’s value as individuals gain more exposure and experience with digital assets?

Hypotheses
Based on preliminary observations, this study proposes the following hypotheses:

H1: Older generations are more likely to perceive cryptocurrency as lacking intrinsic value.
H2: Younger generations are more open to the idea that cryptocurrency possesses intrinsic value, especially as they gain a deeper understanding over time.

Expected Outcomes-
The research expects to find that older generations are more skeptical about cryptocurrency’s intrinsic value due to their limited exposure and understanding of digital assets. Conversely, younger generations, who have grown up in the digital age, are more likely to embrace the idea that cryptocurrency holds intrinsic value as they gain more experience and knowledge in this field.

Importance and Implications-
Understanding the changing perceptions of cryptocurrency’s intrinsic value among different age groups is essential for various stakeholders, including policymakers, financial institutions, and educators. The outcomes of this study can inform investment strategies, regulatory decisions, and educational programs tailored to address the varying needs and concerns of different age groups.

Conclusion-
This research proposal outlines a preliminary plan to explore the shifting perceptions of cryptocurrency’s intrinsic value among different age groups. By collecting data from individuals spanning various generations, this research aims to contribute to a better understanding of how generational factors influence cryptocurrency perceptions.

Use Of Sources –

1. “Motivations, Barriers and Risk-Taking When Investing in Cryptocurrencies”

Background: This source delves into the motivations behind cryptocurrency investments, the barriers that investors face, and the risk-taking behavior associated with cryptocurrency markets. It is published in an academic journal and provides insights into the psychological and behavioral aspects of cryptocurrency investment.

How I Intend to Use It: I plan to use this source to understand the psychological and behavioral factors that influence cryptocurrency investment decisions among different age groups. It will help me explore how these factors contribute to the perception of cryptocurrency’s intrinsic value, particularly as they vary across generations.

2.”Social and Psychological Predictors of Youths’ Attitudes to Cryptocurrency”

Background: This source focuses on the attitudes of younger individuals, particularly youths, towards cryptocurrencies. It examines the social and psychological predictors of these attitudes and is published in an academic journal.

How I Intend to Use It: I intend to use this source to gain a deeper understanding of how younger generations perceive and approach cryptocurrencies. It will help me explore the generational differences in cryptocurrency perceptions and offer insights into how social and psychological factors influence these attitudes.

3.”Blockchain-powered Social Media Analytics in Supply Chain Management”

Background: This source primarily deals with the application of blockchain technology in supply chain management. While not directly focused on cryptocurrencies, it discusses the use of blockchain in various contexts and is hosted on SSRN.

How I Intend to Use It: I plan to use this source to provide context on the broader applications of blockchain technology. It will help me understand how blockchain, the underlying technology of cryptocurrencies, is being adopted in different areas. This knowledge can inform my investigation into the perceived value of cryptocurrencies and their potential applications.

4.”Investment Decision of Cryptocurrency in Millennials and Gen Z”

Background: This source specifically examines the investment decisions of Millennials and Gen Z in the context of cryptocurrency. It is published in conference proceedings.

How I Intend to Use It: I intend to use this source as a primary reference for understanding how younger generations approach cryptocurrency investments. It will serve as a key component in supporting my hypotheses regarding generational differences in cryptocurrency perceptions.

5.”Cryptocurrency as the currency of the future”

Background: This source explores the idea of cryptocurrency as a future currency and is hosted on IEEE Xplore.

How I Intend to Use It: I will use this source to highlight the perspective of cryptocurrencies as a potential future currency. This perspective is relevant to my research on generational differences in cryptocurrency perceptions and can provide a futuristic context for understanding how different age groups view the intrinsic value of cryptocurrencies.

Five Academic Sources:

1) “Motivations, Barriers and Risk-Taking When Investing in Cryptocurrencies” – https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7390/9/14/1655
2) “Social and Psychological Predictors of Youths’ Attitudes to Cryptocurrency” – https://www.mdpi.com/2076-328X/9/12/118
3) “Blockchain-powered Social Media Analytics in Supply Chain Management” – https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3598906
4) “Investment Decision of Cryptocurrency in Millennials and Gen Z” – https://www.atlantis-press.com/proceedings/icast-ss-22/125983436
5) “Cryptocurrency as the currency of the future” – https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/9245265

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Proposal +5—chich

Posted on October 18, 2023 by davidbdale

For my essay, I will be writing about how music is therapeutic and can create different psychological effects on people. Music is a universal language that transcends boundaries and connects people across different cultures. The power of music to evoke emotion is one of its compelling features. Whether it’s Taylor Swift’s cheerful melody that makes us feel happy or a sad Deftones tune that stirs our deepest regrets. It acts as an expressive outlet for our emotions, allowing us to process and express complicated emotions that would be challenging to convey verbally. Music has the ability to affect us viscerally and offer comfort when we need it most. This is accomplished through the rhythm, melody, and harmony of each song.

Moreover, music has been scientifically proven to affect our brain chemistry. Studies have shown that listening to music releases dopamine, which is a neurotransmitter that makes us feel more pleasure. This feel good chemical not only enhances our mood, but our well-being as well. It reduces our levels of stress and anxiety. In fact, studies show that music therapy is a recognized form of treatment in healthcare settings as it has been shown to heal depression, anxiety and even chronic pain. Music serves as a human companion, offering constant healing in our lives whenever we need it.

Sources:

  • Music for stress and anxiety reduction in coronary heart disease patients. The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Bradt, J., Dileo, C., & Potvin, N. (2013).

This systematic review analyzes the effects of music interventions on stress and anxiety levels in individuals with coronary heart disease. The study found that music can effectively reduce stress and anxiety in this population, suggesting its therapeutic potential.

  • Music listening enhances cognitive recovery and mood after a middle cerebral artery stroke. Särkämö, T., Tervaniemi, M., Laitinen, S., Forsblom, A., Soinila, S., Mikkonen, M., … & Hietanen, M. (2008).

This study explores the effects of music listening on cognitive recovery and mood in stroke patients. The findings indicate that music listening can enhance cognitive functions and improve mood, demonstrating the potential of music as a therapeutic tool in stroke rehabilitation.

  • The effect of music on the human stress response. Thoma, M. V., La Marca, R., Brönnimann, R., Finkel, L., Ehlert, U., & Nater, U. M. (2013).

This experimental study investigates the impact of music on the human stress response. The results suggest that listening to music can reduce stress levels and regulate physiological stress markers, highlighting its potential as a stress management tool.

  • The effect of music therapy on mood states in neurological patients: A pilot study. Journal of Music Therapy, Magee, W. L., & Davidson, J. W. (2002).

This pilot study examines the effects of music therapy on mood states in neurological patients. The findings indicate that music therapy can positively influence mood and emotional well-being, supporting its use as a therapeutic intervention in neurological settings.

  • Music training improves verbal memory. Chan, A. S., Ho, Y. C., & Cheung, M. C. (1998).

This study investigates the effects of music training on verbal memory. The results suggest that individuals with musical training demonstrate improved verbal memory skills, indicating the cognitive benefits of music education.

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Proposal+5-by RebelPilot64

Posted on October 17, 2023 by rebelpilot64

What I will be doing for my topic is talking about why removing books from schools is not a good idea. This is a really big topic that is going on today that is happening all over the country. This can be a big problem for kids because they don’t have enough information on what is going on in the world. When kids don’t have enough information on what’s happening around them, this can cause them to be living in a bubble since they haven’t been taught enough. People learn a lot from books and what’s going on in the world because the book teaches them about important topics. 

Sources:

Kayata, Erin. “Does Banning Books Really Help Children?” Northeastern Global News, 18 Sept. 2023, news.northeastern.edu/2023/09/14/banning-books-harm-children/. 

Background: This source shows that book banning is not a good thing for kids. It’s also explaining that just because something has a sensitive topic in it, does not mean kids should not be learning about it. 

How I will use it- I will use this source  that books that have certain topics can help children learn the difficult things that can happen in the world. Books that get banned can have information that is good for them to learn about when they grow and develop. 

V=Rascoe, Ayesha, et al. “What People Miss in the Conversation about Banned Books.” NPR, NPR, 31 Jan. 2022, http://www.npr.org/2021/11/22/1058107484/banned-books-list-talk-to-kids. 

Background: This source shows that books can get banned because people are afraid of kids reading about sensitive topics. Kids seeing topics that are a little different than normal shows teaches them about how they feel about it. It also tells people that books about sex, puberty and racism are often banned but these are important subjects to teach to kids. 

How I will use it- I will use this source to tell that teaching important subjects is good for kids even if they may not be the most comfortable thing for them to read about. Also I will use it to say that some of these books that get banned from the schools are topics that people need to learn about at some point in their life. 

Snyder, Nancy. “Parental Fear and Cultural Erasure: The Logic behind Banning Books.” BOOK RIOT, 24 June 2020, bookriot.com/logic-behind-banning-books/. 

Background: This source shows that parents want their kids to stay away from the negatives out there. Books that are showing characters that are a rebellious person in the story. Things that are very censored are topics that are very relatable and help others see the world in a different light.

How I will use it- I will use this article to show others that having characters that are living in different circumstances can show kids what it is like to see things from another person’s point of view. When kids see things from a different point of view, it shows them what it is like to see from a different perspective and how people grow up.      

Erica Goldberg                    Associate Professor of Law. “When Are Book Bans Unconstitutional? A First Amendment Scholar Explains.” The Conversation, 12 Sept. 2023, theconversation.com/when-are-book-bans-unconstitutional-a-first-amendment-scholar-explains-176225. 

Background: This source talks about books getting banned just because they talk about a certain topic. Books that are about LGBTQIA or minorities tend to get banned more easily in the schools which can cause people to feel left out and discriminated against because of the lack of diversity. 

How I will use this- I will use this site by saying that books that get banned that are based on a certain group will have people feeling left out because they like being discriminated against and will cause others to not see the world from someone who is different from them. 

“Students Want New Books. Thanks to Restrictions, Librarians Can’t Buy Them.” The Washington Post, WP Company, 13 Apr. 2023, http://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/01/22/students-want-new-books-thanks-restrictions-librarians-cant-buy-them/. 

Background: This source talks about kids in schools who are feeling upset that they can’t find certain books in their school. This is causing kids to not want to read books as much because they can’t find certain books. 

How I will use this- I will use this source to show that kids are not reading as much because they don’t have as many books or the books that they want. 

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Annotated Bibliography – MillyCain

Posted on October 17, 2023 by millycain

1) Poor Nutrition | CDC. 19 May 2023, https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/publications/factsheets/nutrition.htm.

Background: This is a very simple, yet effective piece published by the CDC that goes over both positive effects of a good diet, as well as the negative effects of having a bad one.

How I Used It: Most people are well aware that having a good diet will have positive effects on their health, so I used this data published by the CDC to give context to what I talked about rather than using it as a talking point of its own. The point of my essay is to link having nutrition as a core subject to longer lives, so this data is useful for proving the basic link between nutrition and health.

2) Fadnes, Lars T., et al. “Estimating Impact of Food Choices on Life Expectancy: A Modeling Study.” PLoS Medicine, vol. 19, no. 2, Feb. 2022, p. e1003889. PubMed Central, https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.1003889.

Background: This source was a study that was conducted to look at the relationship between diet and life expectancy. The authors of the study conclude that an optimized diet can increase life expectancy.

How I Used It: I used this study extensively to prove the link between diet and an increased life expectancy. The relationship between them is one of the biggest aspects of my hypothesis, and if I am unable to prove a proper link, then my hypothesis will not be able to be proved. This study also talks about the earlier proper diets are introduced, the greater life expectancy can be predicted.

3) Parsons, Lian. “Study Shows That Students Learn More When Taking Part in Classrooms That Employ Active-Learning Strategies.” Harvard Gazette, 4 Sept. 2019, https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2019/09/study-shows-that-students-learn-more-when-taking-part-in-classrooms-that-employ-active-learning-strategies/.

Background: This article reports on a Harvard study that was done which was meant to see in which scenarios students learn best in. The study found that students learned more effectively in lectures that utilized a teaching style called ‘active learning,’ which is a more hands on and intensive style of learning compared to traditional lectures. The students who were taught using active learning scored performed better in class.

How I intend to Use It: A nutrition course has the unique ability to utilize this very effective teaching style of active learning. If students were to be learning nutrition in this active style, then they would take more away from it compared to other subjects. If the students aren’t positively reacting to the subject, then teaching them nutrition would be useless. I can prove how kids would actually benefit from taking the course, which would help support my hypothesis.

4) Narvaes, Anna. “The Importance of Starting Healthy Habits at an Early Age.” Mountain Kids Louisville, 24 Mar. 2017, https://mountainkidslouisville.com/blog/healthy-habits-early-age/.

Background: This article talks about how important it is for kids at an early age to set good habits, and how breaking those habits at a later age is bad. Children are more likely to have their behaviors molded at a young age, and will lose this aspect as they get older.

How I intend to Use It: Citing this article will allow me to establish the need for nutrition to be a core subject. If kids begin to learn about nutrition when they are in Kindergarten, then they are much more likely to actually apply those habits throughout their life. When kids eventually learn about nutrition in health classes later in their lives, it is often too late for them to want to make any changes. By teaching kids nutrition earlier, you are allowing them to get a head start on keeping themselves healthy.

5) Best, Jackson. “Finding Soft Skills in Mathematics Isn’t As Hard As You Might Think.” 3P Learning, 2 Mar. 2020 https://www.3plearning.com/blog/finding-soft-skills-mathematics-isnt-hard-might-think/

Background: This article summarizes how ‘soft skills’ are also used in mathematics, which is something that many people may have not considered before.

How I intend to Use It: I want to use this article to prove how soft skills can be used to promote better learning, and how nutrition is especially rich in soft skills.

6) Lindberg, Sara. “Is Watching the News Bad for Mental Health?” Verywell Mind, https://www.verywellmind.com/is-watching-the-news-bad-for-mental-health-4802320. Accessed 5 Nov. 2023.

Background: The article goes over the relationship between watching the news and mental health. The general consensus is that those who watch too much of the news ofter have worse mental health.

How I Used It: I used this article as the basis for my argument that knowledge can cause a certain level of unhappiness. Towards the end of my paper, I argued that despite this, having knowledge is a worthwhile sacrifice because of the better decisions that we can make as a result of it. I use this source to demonstrate this by stating how even though how even though the news can make us unhappy, its still important to keep up because of the value we gain from it.

7) “Serious, Chronic, or Terminal Illnesses – Tips for Patients and Caregivers” | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA. https://adaa.org/serious-chronic-or-terminal-illnesses#:~:text=People%20who%20have%20serious%2C%20chronic,for%20experiencing%20anxiety%20and%20depression. Accessed 5 Nov. 2023.

Background: This article explains how people living with chronic illnesses tend to experience things like depression and PTSD more than healthy people

How I Used It: I used this article to further prove a link between knowledge and unhappiness. Upon receiving a diagnosis, the symptoms mentioned above are more likely to occur. This shows how simply knowing that you have a chronic illness can negatively impact you mood. In my conclusion, I state how the scary feelings that are experienced are worth it in the long run because its what allowed the patient to actually receive treatment, and get the care they need.

8) ‘Hanson, Oona. “‘Healthy Eating’ Curriculum Can Do More Harm than Good.” CNN, 9 Oct. 2023, https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/09/health/unhealthy-school-nutrition-lessons-wellness/index.html.

Background: This article argues that establishing nutrition classes in schools could be harmful to students because of how it could give students eating disorders.

How I Used it: This is the article that I will be rebutting against. I will acknowledge the argument being made in the article, and explaining how my argument is better.

9) Eating Disorders by Country 2023. Ranking Eating Disorders by Country 2023 https://worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/eating-disorders-by-country. Accessed 1 Dec. 2023.

Background: Interactive chart that shows rate of anorexia between countries.

How I Used It: The article I’m rebutting says that nutritional education could result in more eating disorders, but this chart shows how Norway, a country with formal nutritional education has a lower rate of anorexia than the US.

10) Norway Ministry of Education and Research. Curriculum for Food and Health. Ministry of Education
and Research, June 29, 2020. https://data.udir.no/kl06/v201906/laereplaner-lk20/MHE01-02.pdf?lang=eng

Background: A translation of the Norwegian government’s outline of their nutritional education.

How I Used It: I used it in tandem with the above source, to explain how Norway has formal nutrional education.

11) Faberman, Rhea. “State of Obesity 2023: Better Policies for a Healthier America.” Trust For America’s Health, 2023, https://www.tfah.org/report-details/state-of-obesity-2023/.

Background: Overviews some alarming obesity statistics for the United States

How I Used It: I used it to really show just how out of control obesity is in the United States. Establishing this is essential to prove how the benefits of these classes could be.

12) Fryar CD, Carroll MD, Afful J. Prevalence of overweight, obesity, and severe obesity among adults aged 20 and over: United States, 1960–1962 through 2017–2018. NCHS Health E-Stats. 2020.

Background: Overviews some more obesity statistics, specifically the growth of obesity since 1960.

How I Used It: I needed this article to show not only that obesity is still growing (or not getting better) but that the degree of how obese people are getting is also increasing. This was really effective for stating why we need to do something about rising obesity.

13) Smith K, Wells R, Hawkes C. “How Primary School Curriculums in 11 Countries around the World Deliver Food Education and Address Food Literacy: A Policy Analysis.” Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022 Feb 11;19(4):2019. doi: 10.3390/ijerph19042019. PMID: 35206208; PMCID: PMC8871606.

Background: A study that evaluates the quality of nutritional education in 11 countries.

How I Used It: I used this to show the fact that the US is behind, and that these systems are effective for lowering obesity.

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