Read the article “Perry and Hutchison on Web” that is stored in the blog folder on the S:. Has the Internet changed the way politicians reach supporters? Think about the impact the Internet is having on the “Race for Texas Governor”. Discuss several advantages and disadvantages to using the Internet to reach the public.
Internet Changing Race for Governor
October 27th, 2009 by dunnviCopyright
September 25th, 2009 by dunnvi
For hundreds of years, copyright law has existed to regulate the use of intellectual property. At stake are the rights of authors and publishers to a return on their investment in works of the intellect, which include printed matter (books, articles, etc.), recorded music film, and video. More recently, copyright law has been extended to include software and other forms of digital information.
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Watch the video from “Weird AL”.
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Describe the issues that are discussed in the video.
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What are your views on copyright and the music industry?
Freedom of Speech & Websites
September 16th, 2009 by dunnviThe Web is an open forum for expression and the Constitution of the United States guarantees freedom of speech. Most Web Sites are created by responsible individuals and organizations. Web sites that are inappropriate for children or are offensive to people of various ages, do exist. Such Web sites may contain graphic photos or video and distasteful language.
1. Search the Internet and find the Constitution of the United States and read the amendments.
2. Which amendment deals with Freedom of Speech?
3. What restrictions would or would not be justified for Web sites?
4. Who should make the decision as to which Web sites should be restricted?
E-Commerce
September 10th, 2009 by dunnviEvery day, millions of people purchase airline tickets, groceries, cars, clothing, gifts, and much more via e-commerce. Still, many people are hesitant to join the ranks of online shoppers. Discuss the advantages of online shopping and the reasons for some people’s hesitancy. Identify what online businesses and credit card companies are doing and what could be done to encourage online shopping. Research security measures and discuss what businesses and credit card companies are doing to protect consumers.
Perception
September 3rd, 2009 by dunnviThere is an article in the Blog folder in the V Dunn folder on the share drive (s:). The article is titled “Perception 9_4″. Read the article and discuss the following:
1. In a common place environment at an inappropriate hour, do we perceive beauty?
2. Do we stop to appreciate it?
3. Do we recognize talent in an unexpected context?
4. How many other things are we missing?
Free Homework Pass
August 30th, 2009 by dunnviComment to this blog and receive a free pass for a daily/homework grade. In your post tell me what class period you are in. When I read the comment, I will give you the free pass. It must be used before December 1, 2009.
I hope you enjoy this class. Get ready to create incredible projects together!
Learning Styles
August 30th, 2009 by dunnviLast week we discovered learning styles for each student and discussed study strategies. Tell us your learning style and a study strategy that is specific for your style.