Abstract This paper looks at a chapter which makes a comparison between low levels of self-esteem in high school students and the high prevalence of cliques. The first part summarizes and details the workings of the article, while the rest analyzes the writing.
From the Paper "The article entitled "Kicking Back at Raging High" begins with provocative questions of high interest regarding self-esteem issues for teenagers and comparisons between cliques in high schools. As the chapter reveals more and more descriptive information regarding these cliques, however, it begins to lose its appeal as it focuses on statements which appear trite in comparison to the insight of the opening remarks. While the ideas in this piece are informative and true, further comparisons into the nature of cliques and the psychology lurking behind each one which feeds into low self-esteem would have lead to a more insightful and captivating article. "Raging High" begins revealingly with three scenarios of maladaptive high school students, and then jumping immediately to what the author believes is the crucial issue at hand: self-esteem."
An analysis of the content of "Country Hicks and Urban Cliques -Mediating Race, Reality, and Liberalism on MTV's The Real World" by Jon Kraszewski and "Paradox and the Consumption of Authenticity through Reality Television" by Randall Rose and Stacy Wood.
Abstract This paper discusses two articles that relate to reality television in the early 21st century. The paper looks at "Country Hicks and Urban Cliques -Mediating Race, Reality, and Liberalism on MTV's The Real World," written by Jon Kraszewski and "Paradox and the Consumption of Authenticity through Reality Television," written by Randall Rose and Stacy Wood. The paper discusses the content, points and limitations of the articles.
From the Paper "In both articles, the most interesting idea seemed one of how and why scholars examine TV materials of any kind, or assume that they do influence people or culture so strongly. One seldom sees a remark on how non-child viewers certainly know that TV is not real and that the TV business involves selling one thing or another. All arguments on how TV entertainment materials are shaped by cultures they in turn have shaped are very familiar. The study of mediocre television programs as in so-called Reality TV programming is interesting when one thinks of it, asking why scholars of marketing, social science or the humanities choose the sub-topics they do, or why they do not lament that dreadful newspapers that people pick up in supermarkets and what they may draw from them. There can be great variation in how people respond to what observe and the degree to which they observe themselves. More than a brain-washing cultural phenomenon, less flowery models would examine reality TV as a business like any other. It may be wiser to survey persons who never watch entertainment TV for their observations of what is presented and why they do not indulge."
Abstract This paper shows how Salinger's novel portrays the challenging of authority during a period of Conservatism, while Wolfe exposes the pathetic nature of the rich and famous cliques of 1980s.
Abstract This is a paper discussing the life and works of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, better known as Miguel de Cervantes, a 16th century Spanish author. The first section is a brief biography of his life and times, including his works. Following that, the paper focuses on how different classes of people appear in his famous story, "Don Quixote", with examples of characters of lower, middle, and upper classes in Cervantes's world. The paper concludes with ideas of class in general.
Outline
Introduction
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra
Focus of paper
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra
Reputation
His life
His works
Representation of Social Class in Don Quixote
Sancho Panza
The Duke and Duchess
Dulcinea del Toboso
The Duke and the Duchess
Sampson Carrasco
Social Class in Today's World
Not a Caste System
Bias and Prejudice Based on Presumption
Tribal Instincts and School Cliques Conclusion
From the Paper "Although Panza is ignorant, unable to read or write, often cowardly and frequently foolish, when he gets the chance to rule his own little kingdom, he proves himself a wise, just and intelligent ruler, far more able then the wealthy and better educated Duke and Duchess in earlier chapters. Cervantes seems to be saying, through the abilities of Panza, that his society's conceived equation of class and worth have little relation to the realities of the real world."
Abstract This paper proposes to develop a fourth grade curriculum on character education in a large urban elementary school. The paper critically analyzes diverse, significant and pertinent texts and experiences that the writer has encountered within (and across) her course work and that reflect the most current research theory and practice on 4th grade character education. The writer proposes that, at present, insignificant attention is generally paid, in the fourth grade and at other levels of K-12 education, to issues of personal character and relationships with others.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Rationale for the Proposal
Purpose of the Project
Elements of the Project
How My Proposed Curriculum Addresses Diverse Needs of Colleagues (and Students)
Projected Outcomes
Identification of Participants
Projected Timeline for the Project
Critical Reflections on how this Proposed Curriculum Will Contribute to Systemic Change at the School and/or Community/ Society Level
References
Appendix I: Children's Literature Recommended for teaching Character Education, Grades 1-5
Appendix II: Potential Character Education Classroom Activities; Lesson Plans and other Information for Teachers and Administrators
From the Paper "As a result, school curricula began now, also, to examine, for the first time, relationships among people, independent of race, class, gender or handicap. It is high time in our elementary schools today, I believe, for such overdue curricular emphasis, especially since, according to both Delgado & Stefanic (2001), and Sleeter & Grant (1988), people tend to automatically create categories, based on past experiences that they then organize in their minds."
Abstract The paper examines how, in the book "Odd Girl Out" by Rachel Simmons, applying gender stereotyping to the image of a schoolyard bully conceals the fact that girls are equally capable of injuring their fellow classmates. The paper discusses how, while boys are more likely to use physical methods of dominance against weaker boys, their female counterparts are more apt to make use of more subtle, social methods of bullying, like forming cliques. The paper concludes that if women do not find more effective ways to express their aggression, and to deal with their need to express anger and dominance, then female opportunities of mentorship in business, as well as friendship will be thwarted.
From the Paper "Sadly, for girls who are bullied, the psychological consequences are often far more extensive than simply not going to one's high school prom, or having nasty notes passed around during geometry class. Their idea of positive female friendship may be forever tarnished, and the girls may inhibit their social and academic aspirations, for fear of becoming spectacles in high school and beyond, and hence the targeting of more bullying. Female friendship is not a positive source of energy and comradeship for a bullied girl, instead it becomes a social weapon, or a reward that can be extended or withdrawn, depending on the girl's obedience to a particular social code or deference to a kind of 'alpha female.'"
Abstract The paper focuses on Desmond Morris' article "Territorial Behavior" that discusses how we all have a natural instinct to protect our personal space. The writer applies this idea to the college community at Lehigh
and explains the many different reasons why we put up walls around our personal space. The writer asserts that if everyone in your phonebook is somehow related to one another, it is time for you to expand your horizons by making new friends outside your clique.
From the Paper "A dog marks its territory to warn off other canines by urinating around the area it is in. When another dog smells the urine, it will stay away as to avoid having a dispute with the owner of the space. Human beings act very similarly but do so with a more subtle approach and that does not involve a stench as strong. As explained by Desmond Morris in his article "Territorial Behavior," we all have a natural instinct to protect the space that we are occupying. This is certainly more evident in a college community such as Lehigh where everyone is occupied with their own agendas and things to do. Most students think that the world revolves around the little area that they belong to and rarely take the times to explore the opportunities and experiences outside of it. At the same time, Lehigh students put up walls to shut out certain people. This prevents growth and development of well rounded human beings."
