1) What is the relevance of the distinction that C. W. Mills established between troubles and issues? [In other words, why does such a distinction matter, or should matter?] (Explain in 1 to 2 pages maximum) ((SEE SOURCES)
2) Please explain what the “Panopticon” is and how Michel Foucault used it to produce an analysis of social dynamics. In concluding, discuss whether you think Foucaults insights concerning the phenomenon he called Panopticism are still relevant today and why (or why not). (Explain in 1 to 2 pages maximum)
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3) Why is it that, according to bell hooks, feminism (understood as a social and political movement) is not simply about women becoming equal to men? (Explain in 1 to 2 pages maximum)((SEE SOURCES))
**1 Long Question (Desired length: 3 to 5 pages maximum)**
1) Present the argument conveyed in the article assigned for that particular week/topic (for example, if you choose to write about race/racism & the role of neoliberalism, you must start by explaining the argument put forward by Cornel West) (SEE SOURCES)
2) Explain how some of the materials studied in the course can inform our engagement with the issues presented in the article –the idea is that you show how the course has equipped you to better understand the issue (to this end, you can pick any previously assigned reading(s) that you consider relevant for the discussion)
- US History After Civil War E1
- What is the relevance of the distinction that C. W. Mills established between troubles and issues? [In other words, why does such a distinction matter, or should matter?
- Does the U.S. need the ERA today? Why or Why not?
- Why: This essay assignment requires you to use the critical thinking standards you learned about in chapters 7 and 8. As such it meets six of the learning objectives for PHR 100 Reasoning: (1) identify and summarize the qualities, attitudes, and goals of the critical thinker; (2) identify, analyze, and evaluate arguments occurring in natural language; (3) demonstrate knowledge of the principles of good reasoning; (4) detect and identify faulty and fallacious reasoning; (5) locate, evaluate, and use effectively information from a variety of relevant sources; (6) produce good arguments, using clear, logical, and concise language, both in speaking and in writing.
- Quantitative Statistics (SPSS) Assignment
- Compare Max Webers theory of inequality to that of Karl Marx. For full credit make sure you discuss all of the following: Webers view of life-chances as based on (a) class, (b) status, and (c) party and compare/contrast to Marx theory of inequality as class conflict based on the relationship between the (d) capitalists (bourgeoisie) and (e) proletariat (working class). Conclude with a statement regarding which theory you think is most relevant to understanding contemporary US society
- political science
- Defense of Premises Sections: in which you argue or offer support for the different premises of your argument. You dont need to offer an argument or paragraph of support for every premise, but certainly for those premises which might be controversial, confusing, or that you are not taking as uncontroversial background assumptions.
- This paper is an argument analysis
- Walmart’s managers conduct merchandising audits to determine whether company guidelines are being met regarding product pricing, display/setup accuracy, assortment/selection, and other factors.