"To what extent do our schools serve the goals of a true education?"
After attending a private school for the past twelve years, I have learned that although we are taught English, history, and basic mathematics, we are not taught what I believe is of utmost importance which is being able to use skills in order to manage in the real world. Learning how to become "street smart" is far more important than learning the basic subjects taught in high school. These subjects can serve to broaden one's knowledge, but will not help with paying taxes or even buying a house. These are two main factors of independence; it is difficult to do so if you have you have not been taught how too. Experience is one way someone can learn to avoid making the same mistakes. Teachers should include more hands-on lessons, so that the students can comprehend correctly, and become more fascinated from the exercise that was being conducted. Most students that leave high school are still undecided with their future plans. After having real life experiences with each subject it will be easier for the student to narrow it down to their favorite subject. Social skills are extremely crucial for everyone. One must be able to converse politely with those around them. Coming from a small high school, I am surrounded by students of the same ethic group as I am. Interacting with other races is essential in becoming an individual. Also critical thinking is one very important skill that should be taught in every school. Having and expressing your creativity shows off your characteristics.
Sunday, October 27, 2013
Article #9
"Saturated fat pledge 'a drop in the ocean'"
By: Department of Health
Source: BBC News
Obesity has become a major problem spreading around the world like a virus. More and more people have started to eat in fast food restaurants daily, due to the cheaper prices. Fast food restaurants have started to become a bit healthier, yet enjoyable for consumers. The Department of Health (DoH) has created a fight against obesity though a pledge amongst food manufactures. This pledge is said to cut the saturated fat levels, in order for fast food customers to consume a healthier meal. A top public health expert has said the decrease in in saturated fat levels will be considered "a drop in the ocean." By following this rule, many people can become healthier and fit; it can also save lives, if conducted in one's diet daily. The Department of Health has made it clear so that an average man eats no more than thirty grams of saturated fat per day; the average women eats no more than twenty grams per day. However, according to the British Dietetic Association, people eat twenty percent more saturated fat then should be consumed. Strokes and heart diseases are two of many consequences that are led by consuming an excess amount of unhealthy foods. This can be prevented by cutting down fifth-teen percent of saturated fat in one's diet (avoids about 2,600 deaths each year). Almost half of the food manufacturers have been following the latest pledge, towards a better and healthier process. This pledge can save many lives, for an improved diet and superior life ahead.
By: Department of Health
Source: BBC News
Obesity has become a major problem spreading around the world like a virus. More and more people have started to eat in fast food restaurants daily, due to the cheaper prices. Fast food restaurants have started to become a bit healthier, yet enjoyable for consumers. The Department of Health (DoH) has created a fight against obesity though a pledge amongst food manufactures. This pledge is said to cut the saturated fat levels, in order for fast food customers to consume a healthier meal. A top public health expert has said the decrease in in saturated fat levels will be considered "a drop in the ocean." By following this rule, many people can become healthier and fit; it can also save lives, if conducted in one's diet daily. The Department of Health has made it clear so that an average man eats no more than thirty grams of saturated fat per day; the average women eats no more than twenty grams per day. However, according to the British Dietetic Association, people eat twenty percent more saturated fat then should be consumed. Strokes and heart diseases are two of many consequences that are led by consuming an excess amount of unhealthy foods. This can be prevented by cutting down fifth-teen percent of saturated fat in one's diet (avoids about 2,600 deaths each year). Almost half of the food manufacturers have been following the latest pledge, towards a better and healthier process. This pledge can save many lives, for an improved diet and superior life ahead.
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Article #8
"California Kids Are Drinking Less Soda"
By: Alexandra Sifferlin
Source: Time
The United States is no longer the most corpulent country in the world. Mexico has taken over that reputation, due to the amount of unhealthy foods being consumed every year. Children in California drank many cans of soda each day. The newly generation of children have been cutting back from the sugary and harmful beverages, that were once the most commonly consumed refreshment. Many children have also neglected sports drinks, such as Gatorade or Powerade, today. California Center of Public Health Advocacy reported that children under age twelve drink less soda drinks and sports drink in 2011 to 2012 rather than children in the state during 2005 to 2007. The statistics conducted for this report was the evidence shown in the 40,000 homes investigators observed. They revealed that only 32% of children aged six to eleven consume beverages such as soda daily in 2011 to 2012. During the years of 2005 to 2007 43% of children that age consumed soda daily. Only 19% of kids aged two to five drank soda (2011-2012), other than those kids during 2005 to 2007 (27%). Kids over the age twelve consume 65%, but earlier it was 60%.
It is impressively surprising to know that children nowadays have become a healthier group, compared to children in the earlier years. It is remarkable to hear that children have more knowledge on becoming healthy and keeping their body in great condition, starting at such a young age. Fitness is extremely important in one's life.
By: Alexandra Sifferlin
Source: Time
The United States is no longer the most corpulent country in the world. Mexico has taken over that reputation, due to the amount of unhealthy foods being consumed every year. Children in California drank many cans of soda each day. The newly generation of children have been cutting back from the sugary and harmful beverages, that were once the most commonly consumed refreshment. Many children have also neglected sports drinks, such as Gatorade or Powerade, today. California Center of Public Health Advocacy reported that children under age twelve drink less soda drinks and sports drink in 2011 to 2012 rather than children in the state during 2005 to 2007. The statistics conducted for this report was the evidence shown in the 40,000 homes investigators observed. They revealed that only 32% of children aged six to eleven consume beverages such as soda daily in 2011 to 2012. During the years of 2005 to 2007 43% of children that age consumed soda daily. Only 19% of kids aged two to five drank soda (2011-2012), other than those kids during 2005 to 2007 (27%). Kids over the age twelve consume 65%, but earlier it was 60%.
It is impressively surprising to know that children nowadays have become a healthier group, compared to children in the earlier years. It is remarkable to hear that children have more knowledge on becoming healthy and keeping their body in great condition, starting at such a young age. Fitness is extremely important in one's life.
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Article #7
"Best and worst exercises to do when you have a cold"
By: Amanda MacMillan
Source: CNN
It is the worst feeling to be stuck at home with a fever. One needs to be active and healthy by doing daily excersises. This article written by Amanda MacMillan states her thoughts on the best and worst exercises one may do while they have a cold. It is crucial to be moving and active while one has a cold. The best way to exercise is to step outside and walk, jog, or qi gong. The fresh air can cleanse one and relax the body. When a person has a cold, they may not want to do an intense workout. A twenty minute walk will be just enough for a day. The human body does not have much energy while fighting a cold. Jogging should already be a part of one's daily exercise routine. It helps speed up the heart rate mildly. Qi gong is a tyoe of slow, mindful martial arts. It relaxes the body and helps one open their mind; also it increases one's energy. The worst type of exercise to conduct while recovering from a cold may be endurance running, machines at the gym, lifting weights, and team sports. All of those require a great amount of energy, which a person who is fighting a cold does not have.
By: Amanda MacMillan
Source: CNN
It is the worst feeling to be stuck at home with a fever. One needs to be active and healthy by doing daily excersises. This article written by Amanda MacMillan states her thoughts on the best and worst exercises one may do while they have a cold. It is crucial to be moving and active while one has a cold. The best way to exercise is to step outside and walk, jog, or qi gong. The fresh air can cleanse one and relax the body. When a person has a cold, they may not want to do an intense workout. A twenty minute walk will be just enough for a day. The human body does not have much energy while fighting a cold. Jogging should already be a part of one's daily exercise routine. It helps speed up the heart rate mildly. Qi gong is a tyoe of slow, mindful martial arts. It relaxes the body and helps one open their mind; also it increases one's energy. The worst type of exercise to conduct while recovering from a cold may be endurance running, machines at the gym, lifting weights, and team sports. All of those require a great amount of energy, which a person who is fighting a cold does not have.
Sunday, October 6, 2013
"Remarks on the Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr." by Robert F. Kennedy
Annie and Arus' speech presentation was accurately analyzed. They did a wonderful job presenting all aspects of the speech by using the SOAPST, ethos, pathos, logos, and the claims. Each slide displays a great amount of information for each aspect (perfect length). The SOAPST are precise with correct information including every part. Not only did Annie and Arus demonstrate a perfect analysis of the speech, but they also included literary devices such as anaphora and polysndeton. During the presentation last week, Annie and Arus did a wonderful job by keeping eye contact with the audience and explaining each slide of their PowerPoint without reading it straight off the board. They showed the audience that they really knew what they were talking about, creating a persuasive effect. The speech was about the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Robert F. Kennedy wanted to inform his audience with his tone and the purpose was to propose a change in society. The PowerPoint included a sufficient amount of pictures so the audience could have a visual understanding of the speech. From this presentation one may learn and comprehend the dangers of segregation back then. Robert F. Kennedy wanted to inform the people of the terrible acts that occur due to passionate injustice. Annie and Arus did a wonderful job, including every part to a flawless analysis.
Article #6
"Breast Cancer Screening Qs Answered"
By: Dr. Otis Brawley
Source: CNN
The month of October is dedicated to breast cancer awareness. Dr. Otis Brawley notified CNN news there may be a solution to avoid breast cancer. He is a cancer expert, author, and chief medical officer of the American Cancer Society. In the 1960s, doctors speculated mammography screening would cure breast cancer patients. In order to recover, a patient needed the mammography screening to be combined with effective treatment and an early detection of breast cancer. Statistics proved their theory considering a loophole. After various trials (eight large clinical trials) doctors verified screening does save the lives of women at the age of fifty to sixty-nine. Women around the age of forty to forty-nine, unfortunately with not be cured after using the mammography screening (data was unclear). Medical organizations recommend one to start screening ate age forty or fifty; most of those organizations advocate yearly screenings or every two years. Dr. Brawley answers several questions in the article, such as: Why is mammography a better test for older women? He declares older women tend to be cancer patients and due to their age the mammogram it is easier to detect the cancer (cancer appears white in the X-ray). Research based data proves that 20%-35% of deaths for women aged 50-70 are reduced. Younger aged women do not have that option because screening is inadequate (20- 40 aged). Women should not do screening until they reach the age fifty.
By: Dr. Otis Brawley
Source: CNN
The month of October is dedicated to breast cancer awareness. Dr. Otis Brawley notified CNN news there may be a solution to avoid breast cancer. He is a cancer expert, author, and chief medical officer of the American Cancer Society. In the 1960s, doctors speculated mammography screening would cure breast cancer patients. In order to recover, a patient needed the mammography screening to be combined with effective treatment and an early detection of breast cancer. Statistics proved their theory considering a loophole. After various trials (eight large clinical trials) doctors verified screening does save the lives of women at the age of fifty to sixty-nine. Women around the age of forty to forty-nine, unfortunately with not be cured after using the mammography screening (data was unclear). Medical organizations recommend one to start screening ate age forty or fifty; most of those organizations advocate yearly screenings or every two years. Dr. Brawley answers several questions in the article, such as: Why is mammography a better test for older women? He declares older women tend to be cancer patients and due to their age the mammogram it is easier to detect the cancer (cancer appears white in the X-ray). Research based data proves that 20%-35% of deaths for women aged 50-70 are reduced. Younger aged women do not have that option because screening is inadequate (20- 40 aged). Women should not do screening until they reach the age fifty.
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