2csurfing

Contains a title using the format listed above .25 points

2csurfing

Contains the sources you used with links to these sources .25 points
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surfing

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surf_culture

Contains a brief paragraph how it connects to your study of humanities. 1 point

Surfing or any sport involving the ocean has long been a favored sport among many people, but especially among those who live by the water. Surfing is just one example of the influence the ocean can have on a culture. Expertise in this sport has even been a sign of superiority in some ancient Polynesian cultures.

Contains the following "analytical elements":
Observation: What did you choose? What do you see or hear or feel or think of in the choice you made? What is the subject of the work? If you chose a 'thing' what is the work made of and what techniques (colors, lines, shapes, textures)does the creator use? Be specific in your description. If you chose a place, be specific in your description of what you see or hear. Talk to your reader as though they cannot see the item but somehow must draw a painting of what you see or hear. 1 point

I chose surfing because, though it is a sport I have not much experience in, it is something I enjoy doing very much. I love the thrill that comes when you catch your wave and it takes you along so quickly and smoothly. I can taste the saltiness of the ocean and I can feel the droplets of water as they fall around me.

Interpretation: What is your choice about? Give specific examples to support this statement in 2 sentences; do so in a way that teaches us something about your choice. Make Paulo Freire proud! .75 point

For some people, surfing has developed into a culture of its own. AT the center is the love of surfing and the thrill of the ultimate ride, as well as life “in and around the ocean.” For some dedicated surfers, the sport is for more than recreation, it’s a way to develop a sense of self.

Judgment: What led you to your choice? What do you think or feel about this choice? Why do you feel this way? Support your thoughts with specific observations. .5 point

I chose surfing because I really like it, and I was curious to learn more about it. I would like to get better at this sport as I find out more about it. The surf culture has influenced my choice of clothing in that I have purchased many items from different surf shacks.

Questioning: What else would you like to know about this choice? When completing the question section, lead your audience into the question by stating a fact you do know, yet you still have the related question. This way, both your audience and you will have an educational experience. Example: I learned that John Steinbeck's Grapes of Wrath was based on his personal experience working with farm workers. I would like to know if the characters he used in that book are fictitious or are they people he met? .5 point

I learned that surfing was part of an ancient Polynesian culture. I would like to know if any other cultures have developed the sport of surfing, or their own variation of it.

5. Using your classmates work from last week, tell us one thing you learned from 1 student. Is this one thing some common experience you share or some experience that is completely different than what you experienced? Is this one thing related to our class theoretical foundation and if so, how? Is that one thing related to historical or cultural context of this country or a different one? Link that persons blog to this entry (eg cut paste that blog entry here) . .5 point

I learned from Denya that Paulo Freire believed in liberation theology. He focused on are human God-given talents. This is an influential theology that causes cultures to concentrate on positive aspects of individuals and perhaps strengthen the bonds between them.

http://dbeaudryhuman7.blogspot.com/2008/06/week-1-project-1b.html

2bMOPA

Contains a title using the format listed above .25 points

2bMOPA (Museum of Photographic Art)

Contains the sources you used with links to these sources .25 points
www.mopa.org/

http://www.mopa.org/images/exhimage/YampolskyL.jpg


Contains a brief paragraph how it connects to your study of humanities. 1 point

The museum combines the expressions, feelings, and issues of many different cultures all captured on a photograph. I tries to reach and combine all cultures through its displays and exhibitions.

Observation: What did you choose? What do you see or hear or feel or think of in the choice you made? What is the subject of the work? If you chose a 'thing' what is the work made of and what techniques (colors, lines, shapes, textures)does the creator use? Be specific in your description. If you chose a place, be specific in your description of what you see or hear. Talk to your reader as though they cannot see the item but somehow must draw a painting of what you see or hear. 1 point

I chose the Museum of Photographic Art because, while I enjoy all aspects of art, photography is one of my favorite media. When I think of MOPA, I think of every culture of the world united in this museum, loved, understood, and recognized. I see the women washing their clothes at a river in India. I see two young girls at a school in South America learning to read and write.

Interpretation: What is your choice about? Give specific examples to support this statement in 2 sentences; do so in a way that teaches us something about your choice. Make Paulo Freire proud! .75 point

My choice is about trying to connect with all cultures about the world. By observing a photograph that portrays their routine actions I am able to better understand their customs and traditions (and I do this without even speaking a word).

Judgment: What led you to your choice? What do you think or feel about this choice? Why do you feel this way? Support your thoughts with specific observations. .5 point

I know that I can observe different cultures through many different forms of art and not just photography. I chose MOPA because the photograph shows the subject just as it is. Whereas, in a painting, a painter can use his artistic license and embellish or darken things here or there. I like seeing things as how they are, and photography does this for me.

Questioning: What else would you like to know about this choice? When completing the question section, lead your audience into the question by stating a fact you do know, yet you still have the related question. This way, both your audience and you will have an educational experience. Example: I learned that John Steinbeck's Grapes of Wrath was based on his personal experience working with farm workers. I would like to know if the characters he used in that book are fictitious or are they people he met? .5 point

I learned that MOPA desires all its viewers to experience the cultural and social issues of its subjects. I would like to learn more about these various cultures through different forms of expression, such as music and dance.

5. Using your classmates work from last week, tell us one thing you learned from 1 student. Is this one thing some common experience you share or some experience that is completely different than what you experienced? Is this one thing related to our class theoretical foundation and if so, how? Is that one thing related to historical or cultural context of this country or a different one? Link that persons blog to this entry (eg cut paste that blog entry here) . .5 point

Jeni Lyons is studying toward her goal of obtaining her AA degree. She considers school as a way to forward herself both educationally and professionally. I am going to school for the very same reasons. For hundreds of years many people from all walks of life have considered an education to be an important part of their lives.

http://jenilyons.blogspot.com/2008/06/project-1a.html

2aSanDiego

Contains a title using the format listed above .25 points

2aSanDiego

Contains the sources you used with links to these sources .25 points

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Diego

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_San_Diego%2C_California

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WHFgqgYzfk

Contains a brief paragraph how it connects to your study of humanities. 1 point

San Diego is a city of countless diversity. It reflects many different cultures through its art, food, museums and activities. The Mexican and East Asian cultures have been the most influential to San Diego. They have provided the city with outstanding restaurants, historical museums, and musical concerts, including those performed at Symphony Towers and Balboa park.

Observation: What did you choose? What do you see or hear or feel or think of in the choice you made? What is the subject of the work? If you chose a 'thing' what is the work made of and what techniques (colors, lines, shapes, textures)does the creator use? Be specific in your description. If you chose a place, be specific in your description of what you see or hear. Talk to your reader as though they cannot see the item but somehow must draw a painting of what you see or hear. 1 point

I chose San Diego because it is the city I was born in and I have spent a lot of my time there. When I think of San Diego I think of beautiful beaches, warm sun, and the Chargers. I love eating in some of my favorite Mexican restaurants and laughing time away with my relatives. I hear the seagulls as they greedily snag any bit of food they find. I feel the cool waves and warm sun splash around me as I swim in the ocean.

Interpretation: What is your choice about? Give specific examples to support this statement in 2 sentences; do so in a way that teaches us something about your choice. Make Paulo Freire proud! .75 point

San Diego, at least my interpretation of it, is a city rich with tradition and culture, especially the culture of Mexico. It reflects this culture through its restaurants, concerts, and architecture (including the San Diego Mission). San Diego is also a city beside an ocean. The water has etched a pattern of traditions on its people including the favorite pastime of surfing!

Judgment: What led you to your choice? What do you think or feel about this choice? Why do you feel this way? Support your thoughts with specific observations. .5 point

I love Northern California, but I miss my time away from San Diego. Talking about this city and learning a little more about its culture has allowed me to remember my own experiences in San Deigo and the times I have spent with my family and friends.

Questioning: What else would you like to know about this choice? When completing the question section, lead your audience into the question by stating a fact you do know, yet you still have the related question. This way, both your audience and you will have an educational experience. Example: I learned that John Steinbeck's Grapes of Wrath was based on his personal experience working with farm workers. I would like to know if the characters he used in that book are fictitious or are they people he met? .5 point

I learned that Mexico has always been a heavy influence to San Diego. I would like to learn what the city, or the area around it was like before it became inhabited with people of other cultures.

Using your classmates work from last week, tell us one thing you learned from 1 student. Is this one thing some common experience you share or some experience that is completely different than what you experienced? Is this one thing related to our class theoretical foundation and if so, how? Is that one thing related to historical or cultural context of this country or a different one? Link that persons blog to this entry (eg cut paste that blog entry here) . .5 point

I learned that Michael is going into his third year at the JC as a business major and is planning to transfer next fall with his AA in business.As I am a science major, Michael will have quite a different learning experience than me! Business has always been an important aspect of anyone trying to make a living in almost any culture.

http://cali4niaplaya88.blogspot.com/2008/06/2a-bodega-bay.html

Assignment 1C

1. Meredith Porter is a pharmaceutical chemistry major who is transferring to UC Davis, like me! From her post about Paulo Freire, I learned that while he was in exile he continued his work by teaching his philosophy of education while traveling around the world.

2. Cindi Schuler has been married for ten years and is a nursing student at Dominican University. From her post, I have learned that Freire was a dedicated teacher who could teach an adult to read and write in only 45 days!

Assignment 1B

1. Paulo Freire was thinker who believed that the education system should involve the student and teacher communicating with one another as equals, and building a respectful relationship with each other. He did not believe in a teacher pounding his or her student with information and just expect the student to simply stand there and take it all in.

2.He believed that dialogue was not just simply talking. He thought that it built a respect for those in conversation and could be a tool used to strengthen the bonds between individuals and their community. He believed communication was the tool to creating justice and social harmony.

3. He was concerned with helping educate the poorest of Brazil's citizens. He became active in adult education of those living in rural and poor areas. He gave them a voice to speak up and be recognized by a government who suppressed their rights and freedom. Because of this, Freire was thrown into prison and later was sent into exile.

Web Links:
www.infed.org/thinkers/et-freir.htm
http://www3.nl.edu/academics/cas/ace/resources/paulofreire.cfm

assignment 1A

1. My name is Lucia, but I usually go by Lucy.

2. I am taking this class to fullfill a GE requirement, and because I don't know much about humanities and would like to learn more.

3. I live 5.3 miles from the Santa Rosa Junior College campus.

4. I hope to learn from this class about the many ways different cultures express themselves through music, art, dance, etc.

5. I have not created a blogspot in the past.