Monday, December 1, 2008

1402 Mon-Wed What Happened in Class

Wednesday, Dec. 3

The instructor went over the nonverbal communication field guide, the video, and the handout.

We discussed credible sources. The instructor talked about propaganda and how to find credible sources. We discussed whether the models for supporting the press and in particular, the advertising model used by the U.S. and the method the U.K. uses. Here is a link to the "free press" rankings. You may be surprised at where the U.S. ranks.

Here is a link to a table of think tanks. Be careful when using these sources.

Jen told the class about Q&A at the libraries. The librarians have been helpful with determining the credibility of a source.

Note: the librarians who have put together Q&A also have a directory of credible sources. At the Q&A link, click "Librarian’s Index to the Internet."

The instructor finished up remarks on the use of visuals in print and screen. She showed an example of pixelation.

Speeches will begin next Monday. If your name is in a color, that means I have reviewed your outline.

December 8: Armand, Jen R, Isabel V, and Bobby
December 10: Lucy B, Jamie S, Stephen L, and Antonio S
December 15: Angie L, Katherine D, Nicolette C, and Brian S
December 17: Angelica, Melissa, Mike T, and Priyanka



Monday, Dec. 1:

We talked about Powerpoint and learned various file formats for graphics. We discussed resolution for print and screen.

Assignment: full-sentence outline for persuasive speech.