1.2.3 Global Connections Discussion
Completion requirements
1.2.4 Global Connections Discussion
Should globalization shape identity?
In a well-constructed paragraph, describe yourself to your classmates. Include at least one sentence in which you explain how you are connected to another part of the world.
Examples include the country from which you or your ancestors emigrated, an interest in food, fashion, or music from another country, the countries in which the companies employing your parents are based, the nation that produces most of the clothing or electronic goods you own, or the nationality of a friend.
After you have posted your paragraph, connect with at least one other classmate by replying to his or her post.
Your work will be graded according to the paragraph and discussion rubric.
Write a paragraph to describe yourself, including at least one way in which you are connected to another part of the world.
Post your paragraph in Forums where you can read the ideas of your classmates, also.
Your marker will respond to your discussion postings and may ask you questions. Be sure to check to see if you need to add to your posting to improve your mark.
Some Tips for Paragraph Writing
Plan your writing: Jot ideas as they occur to you. Ask others for ideas. Use the Internet to find more some ideas. Narrow your search or you will get more information than you need.
Support your ideas with examples and facts. These can be general or personal examples or information you have learned in school or read about in the news. For most paragraph assignments, you do not need to complete any research outside the materials provided in the course but you may!
Think about your reader: Your classmates and your teacher will read your discussion posting. This is not a text message to a friend; therefore, be sure to write accurately and clearly. Save slang or abbreviations for your friends! As well, do not expect that your readers think the same way you do. You need to show what you are thinking and why you think this way.
Read your work carefully before you submit it. Write your first draft on your word processor so you can check for grammar and spelling. Then, cut and paste it into the discussion area. Ask some questions about each discussion posting before you submit it:
Examples include the country from which you or your ancestors emigrated, an interest in food, fashion, or music from another country, the countries in which the companies employing your parents are based, the nation that produces most of the clothing or electronic goods you own, or the nationality of a friend.
After you have posted your paragraph, connect with at least one other classmate by replying to his or her post.
Your work will be graded according to the paragraph and discussion rubric.
Write a paragraph to describe yourself, including at least one way in which you are connected to another part of the world.
Post your paragraph in Forums where you can read the ideas of your classmates, also.
Your marker will respond to your discussion postings and may ask you questions. Be sure to check to see if you need to add to your posting to improve your mark.
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The following is an example of a proficient discussion posting.
My name is Eduardo but my friends call me Eddy. I am taking this course because I failed it in my regular school. Mostly because I didn't go to class all that often. I have three brothers and I work part time at a fast food restaurant. One way I am connected to other parts of the world is through work. The place where I work is a big chain with outlets all over the world. Nobody in town owns the store and I don't feel it is connected with the community except to make money. But there are workers there from all over the world. Jaco is from Jamaica, Maria is from the Philippines, and Lee is from India. My own family came to Canada from Mexico. It's kind of interesting to meet people from all over the world. |
Some Tips for Paragraph Writing
Plan your writing: Jot ideas as they occur to you. Ask others for ideas. Use the Internet to find more some ideas. Narrow your search or you will get more information than you need.
Support your ideas with examples and facts. These can be general or personal examples or information you have learned in school or read about in the news. For most paragraph assignments, you do not need to complete any research outside the materials provided in the course but you may!
Think about your reader: Your classmates and your teacher will read your discussion posting. This is not a text message to a friend; therefore, be sure to write accurately and clearly. Save slang or abbreviations for your friends! As well, do not expect that your readers think the same way you do. You need to show what you are thinking and why you think this way.
Read your work carefully before you submit it. Write your first draft on your word processor so you can check for grammar and spelling. Then, cut and paste it into the discussion area. Ask some questions about each discussion posting before you submit it:
- Are my ideas clear, and are they all on the same topic?
- Did I support my ideas with an explanation that makes sense?
- Did I use examples that are correct and related to the topic?
- Is my writing organized and easy to follow?
- Did I use my computer's spell-check and grammar-check to ensure few or no errors?
- Did I use all words correctly?
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Your work will be graded according to the paragraph and discussion rubric. |