Category: Canadian studies

Instructions

The purpose of the discussion board is to exhibit your comprehension of important class readings and concepts, form your own opinions about these topics, and discuss them with your classmates. Each student must post three times with one initial post responding to the question(s) asked based on the reading, and two posts responding to your classmates.

Please use evidence from the text and your own experience in order to support your argument and statements. Your discussion board posts should interact with the assigned reading as much as possible. Initial posts should be no shorter than 150 words. Do not simply agree with someone elses statement, rephrase someone elses statement, or comment on the quality of someone elses statement. Each post should say something different (please do not say the same thing in each of your posts, the purpose of these posts is to have academic discussions.)

Keep in mind that your discussion forum postings will be seen by other members of the course. Care should be taken when determining what to post.

This assignment requires MLA intext citations (author and page number). Failure to include accurate page numbers will result in a 0 on your assignment.

Questions

• Which aspect (pick either a positive or negative one mentioned in the article) do you think has the greatest impact on the cosplay community? Do you think these events should be internationalized or remain local? Why?
• Do you have any personal experience with fan culture? How has it influenced your understanding of fandoms? If you dont have any experience, discuss how you have seen it portrayed in media or by others around you.
• Which of the main conventions discussed in the article (mentioned in the authors methodology) would you like to attend and why? How does this reflect your interests in fan culture?

I want you to respond to the following responses

“One influential development in the cosplay community is the standardization of cosplay competitions, which both brings fans together worldwide and introduces new issues at the local level. The article notes that cosplay is increasingly structured around global contest formats and rules are standardized at the international level (Lamerichs 170). Although this global framework helps build a culture for cosplay, it can also destroy creativity by forcing people to shape their local events like the international event. Therefore, I think that cosplay should be held at both the local and international levels, given that regulations and rules are diversified at the international scale to promote more creativity. Both have their pros and cons. Local conventions provide more relaxed environments that support experimentation and creative expression, while International competitions encourage global connections.

I may not have experience with cosplay myself, but I have a friend that does cosplay. He influenced my understanding of fandoms, more specifically cosplaying by showing me that cosplaying is more than just putting on costumes. Its a community that has similar interests. When he creates a costume he uses things he already has, but sometimes buys parts, and he spends a lot of time making the costume perfect. He does it because he likes cosplaying and being part of that community. These fandoms have created their own community with its own culture.

Personally I would attend Otakon because its a convention more focused on artwork. Otakon has mostly Japanese content but there is some western content as well (Lamerichs 162). I would want to attend it because I would like to see everyone’s artwork and all their different styles. This reflects my interests because I like drawing, so maybe one day I can showcase my own art at this convention.”

“The theme of over-professionalization and the international standardization of cosplay competitions has harmed the cosplay community (Lamerichs, 169-170). The World Cosplay Summit is an international contest that aims to bring fans together from around the world; however, Lamerichs explains that these contests come with strict rules and expectations for cosplay, which tend to prioritize the craftsmanship accuracy as well as the length of performance over the creativity and/or traditional aspects of local culture within cosplay. For this reason, many cosplayers don’t want to be involved with being able to participate especially if they are cosplay according to their own casual preferences or are involved as a group with other cosplayers. This shifting trend may also result in distancing younger/less financially secure fans from being able to participate in cosplay events because of a lack of funds being able to provide for travel or competition level quality of cosplay materials.

As a result of this, I feel as though that all cosplay events should primarily be held at a local level with optional possibilities of hosting international cosplay competitions. This way, the local cosplay conventions can allow fans to express their own creativity through cosplay in ways that can also foster a more inclusive and community-based experience than a purely competitive. Lamerichs notes that in the Netherlands there have been a decrease in large group performances as well as casual participation in cosplay because of international competitive pressures (Lamerichs, 170). By keeping the events local, we are able to both maintain accessibility as well as allow cosplay to be a cultural experience to all fans, and not as something to be judged based on worldwide competitive standards.

My personal experience in online fandom has shown that creativity and a mutual love of the subject are far more important than the end result or perfection from a fans perspective. This supports Lamerichs assertion that fandom thrives most through fans having free access to each other and to familiar culture, which includes cosplaying (155). Thus, the strength of cosplaying comes from its ability to create opportunities for fans to participate rather than provide prestige.I would prefer to attend a local convention like Animecon, because they emphasize the importance of community involvement and accessibility instead of solely focusing on who is the best. This shows my belief that fandom is a cultural area in which creativity and social connection matter more than receiving recognition as a professional (Lamerichs, 170).”

For this Dropbox activity, you will explore two concepts from your reading and viewing. First, you are going to reflect on your understanding of the polyvagal system and the autonomic ladder. From your readings: Describe your understanding of the 3 levels of the autonomic ladder. (30 points) Dana shares that during the day we move up and down the autonomic ladder. Describe a scenario in which you see this occurring with an example for each of the 3 ladder levels (30 points) Complete the exercise on page 34 by filling in your responses to each of the bolded prompts: (30 points) My dorsal vagal system takes hold when I: My sympathetic nervous system kicks in when I: My ventral vagal system comes alive when I: These 3 prompts can be answered either in written our video upload format. A minimum of 3 written pages or 3 minutes of video upload are required. If completing the written format, follow the submission instructions contained in the syllabus. 10 points will be deducted for not meeting the required length. (100 total points) Second, you are going to respond to one of the two exercises in the uploaded document titled “Dana Prompts”. Each of these exercises has two prompts. You must respond completely and with detail along with supplementing information from your reading and viewing that guided your reflection. AND have fun with this. These prompts offer you an opportunity to intentional experience how glimmers come into your life! Your response can be answered either in written our video upload format. A minimum of 3 written pages or 3 minutes of video upload are required. If completing the written format, follow the submission instructions contained in the syllabus. 10 points will be deducted for not meeting the required length. (100 points) Submit both parts of this assignment to this Dropbox This is the grading rubric: Autonomic Ladder: Describe your understanding of the 3 levels of the autonomic ladder. /30 points Dana shares that during the day we move up and down the autonomic ladder. Describe a scenario in which you see this occurring with an example for each of the 3 ladder levels /30 points Complete the exercise on page 34 by filling in your responses to each of the bolded prompts: /30 points My dorsal vagal system takes hold when I: My sympathetic nervous system kicks in when I: My ventral vagal system comes alive when I: Meeting required length /10 Dana Prompts: /90 points Meeting required length /10 I am not seeing the second part of the assignment at all. The first part seems to be more discussion on glimmer and toxic positivity. Did you submit the intended document?

Purpose:

College success isnt just about academics: its about knowing where to find support when you need it. This assignment helps you identify your needs, explore UA resources, and reflect on how asking for help can make your semester smoother.

Goals:

By completing this assignment, you will:

• Recognize areas where you may need support (academic, physical, mental/emotional, social).
• Learn how to locate UA resources that match your needs.
• Reflect on the importance of seeking help early.

Instructions

1. Download the Resource Planner Template, linked at the top of this page (Thriving Module 2 Resource Planner Template.docx.)
2. Complete the Resource Planner Template:
3. For each category (Academic Wellbeing, Physical Health, Mental & Emotional Health, Social Belonging):
4. Identify a specific need.
5. Use the example keywords provided to guide your web search.
6. Record the resource name and URL.
7. Use the embedded UA links at the top of the template to start your search.
8. Answer Reflection Questions:
9. Type your responses in the spaces provided at the bottom of the template.

Tips for Success

• Use the UA links first: theyre the fastest way to find accurate resources.
• Be specific about your needs (e.g., help with math homework instead of school help).
• Reflection matters: your answers show how you think about support and planning.

please read and respond to at least two of your colleagues’ initial posts, including at least one to two specific examples from our Tuesday discussion.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1M7A5lE3ncSyRi1jy5jDIRbIYT1h1y0-Up7-ZXrWGj4U/edit

(please see classmates post)

please read and respond to at least two of your colleagues’ initial posts, including at least one to two specific examples from our Tuesday discussion.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1M7A5lE3ncSyRi1jy5jDIRbIYT1h1y0-Up7-ZXrWGj4U/edit

(please see classmates post)

Topic: Deafness

research paper about deafness. Answer all these questions. There are sources at the bottom. you don’t need to use those. can use what ever you find. but I need it to be all facts based on research.

Include the following:

• Name of disability:
• Description and definition.
• Categories and Sub categories if any, and characteristics of disability.
• Causation:
• How is it diagnosed? What is the procedure for referral and initial diagnosis?
• Are there instruments or tools specific to the diagnosis? When is it typically diagnosed, (age, grade?); and by whom?
• How does the disability affect daily living skills; socialization skills; emotional and social behavior; physical skills.
• How does the disability affect school performance? Describe in detail.
• How does the disability present in the self-contained classroom and/or inclusion classroom?
• Describe specific instructional methodologies associated with this disability, and how are they implemented?
• What are the instructional strategies used to support the individual in the instructional and or inclusive setting and how are they implemented?
• How would a teacher acquire specific skills for implementing? Are there interpersonal skills associated with the needs of this population?
• What special training or skills should school personnel have in order to address the needs of a student with the disability?
• How and why are the strategies effective?
• List and describe accommodations, modifications, and methods of differentiating instruction for a student with the disability?

Additional Resources:

Pre-referral Intervention Manual – available on Amazon.

Instruction

Teaching Children with Developmental Disabilities: Classroom Ideas

Learning Disabilities Association of America — Support and Resources for Educators

Discussion Board Post #2

It is generally understood that people of African descent share a history of violent foreign exploitation of their bodies, labor, land and natural resources. Considering the video, “Magnificent African Cake” and the narrative of the slave trader Joseph Hawkins, what examples of violent exploitation and oppression from non-African entities can you comment on?

video link: https://youtu.be/4B3K0VjbQBg?si=WmRgZUjLB41Yz3yZ

Submit a short outline of your final essay that is based on one of the weekly topics.

Please use the following format:

Divide the three page proposal into an outline and annotated bibliography. The

outline should consist of two/three paragraphs that clearly state the topic and the

approach that you are going to take.

Your annotated bibliography should consist of 6 books or articles not listed in the

syllabus that you will draw on for your essay.

Each entry should contain the following: the correct bibliographic details for the

article/chapter/book you will be using; a brief summary of the argument; and a short

statement of the relevance of the entry for your essay.

Please note: I will not accept web sources (Wikipedia) for the annotated bibliography.

1.) Read: Patricia Zavella,Women of Color

Where to find it: The reading is located in the submodule under Week 3 in iCollege.

Focus On: How the term women of color developed as a political identity rooted in activism, resistance, and solidarity.

Why It Matters: Zavellas essay provides context for understanding the racialized, gendered, and class-based power structures that shape womens lives.

Review: The Professors Overview/ Study Guide to help you identify key concepts and critical frameworks.

2.) Read: Agatha Beins,Radical Others: Women of Color and Revolutionary Feminism

Where to find it: The reading is located in the submodule under Week 3 in iCollege.

Focus On: How women of color feminist activism and its relationship to revolutionary feminist movements reshape feminist activism.

Why It Matters: Beinss essay provides a historical context on social movements of the 1960s1980s that informed revolutionary feminist praxis.

Review: The Professors Overview/ Study Guide to help you identify key concepts and critical frameworks.

3.) Read: Maile Arvin, Eve Tuck, and Angie Morrill,Decolonizing Feminism: Challenging Connections between Settler Colonialism and Heteropatriarchy

Where to find it: The reading is located in Module 3 in iCollege.

Focus On: How settler colonialism is a gendered process.

Why This Matters: This essay advocates for how Native feminist theories offer new ways to understand the impact of colonialism and imagine different modes of nationalism and alliances.

Review: The Professors Overview/ Study Guide to help you identify key concepts and critical frameworks.

Reading Response Assignment

Question: This reading argues that mainstream feminist movements can unintentionally support settler colonialism. How can you engage in Native Feminist theories to support indigenous sovereignty?

In your response, be sure to:

• Clearly explain at least one example from the reading.
• Include one direct quotation from the text, cited properly in MLA format (e.g., Deckman 87).
• Write at least 300 words.

You may use this space to explore how settler colonial structures are more than events in time and how settler colonialism is maintained through laws, education, land theft, racial hierarchy, and gender violence.

Reading Responses are intended to be short writing assignments that help you better understand, question, and connect with the materials from each week. This is a creative space-one that you have the freedom to explore widely, test out your thoughts/responses, and give yourself permission to see what you gravitate towards and why.

In a Word document, answer the following comprehension question.

Formatting and Evaluation Guidelines

Your weekly reading response will be evaluated based on the rubric provided below. To ensure you dont lose points, please follow these formatting and evaluation guidelines:

1. Address the Question Completely: Ensure your response fully answers the question. Partial or incomplete responses will result in deductions.
2. Include at Least One Direct Quotation: Your response must include at least one direct quotation from the assigned reading, properly cited with a page number in parentheses (e.g., example quote (p. 12)) if available.
3. Meet the Length Requirement: All responses should be at least 300 words.
4. Write Clearly and Professionally:

• Use Times New Roman, font size 12, and double spacing for your document.
• Ensure your writing is free of grammar and structural errors.
• Use full sentences (subject, verb, and complement) and write in paragraph form.

1. Demonstrate Depth of Analysis: Go beyond summarizing the reading. Your reflection should show thoughtful engagement and critical analysis of the assigned material.
2. Follow Proper Formatting:

• Include a header with your name, the name of your professor, class, date, and the name of the assignment.

By adhering to these guidelines, you will maximize your score and improve the quality of your responses. Please refer to the rubric provided below for detailed evaluation criteria. Let me know if you have questions or need additional support.

In addition to your participation, I will ask each student to write two short introduction assignments. I am interested in finding out a little about you. What are questions that you have regarding Caribbean Foodways, What relationship (if any) do you have with the topic of Caribbean foodways? What are your interests in this course and what do you want to accomplish? Why did you enroll in this course? What are your expectations such as learning outcomes? What is your familiarity with this subject material?

Length: 4-5 pages, double spaced. 12 point Times New Roman font.