Throughout the semester, I have learned that there are countless ways to express oneself both visually and by using written text. Some of our assignments required us to utilize the traditional method of writing in essay form to analyze a topic and express our views about that topic. Others required us to express our views utilizing different methods, such as the PowerPoint presentation I created about the importance of hybrid vehicles or the screen capture to allow us to visually describe our process of creating a composition. My favorite of these assignments was creating the visual lyrics. It was very interesting because it was up to the student to determine what the lyrics meant and to express that visually. It is not hard to imagine a large number of students choosing the same lyrics with different interpretations and all of the visualizations looking completely different. There is no work I would like to revise that I have done throughout the semester because I put a lot of effort into each assignment. I enjoyed the fact that I was able to express my thoughts creatively in different ways rather than the traditional one of simply writing.
Another aspect of the class I enjoyed was the technological focus. Beginning with the Ted.com speech to the Digital Generation paper to Microserfs, technology was looked at through multiple viewpoints and students were able to express their views as well. It was also very interesting the way technology was used in Microserfs. I also enjoyed the fact that our work was in a blog and we were able to view the rest of the class’ assignments. It was interesting to see how the rest of the class viewed the subjects we covered and their interpretations of the same material. After the class is over, I probably will not add to it. Though I read blogs probably on a day-to-day basis, I do not really see myself as a “blogger”.
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Microserfs Reading Response
5. Karla says, "computers will continue to be developed . . . an 'entity is going to be created that has its own intelligence." What is Karla saying about artificial intelligence (AI)? What are your perspectives on AI?
What Karla is saying about artificial intelligence is that one day, they will mimic the ability of humans to learn and understand. They discuss throughout the book the development of computers and often refer to old computer systems and how they quickly became outdated. They believe that the development of computers will continue to accelerate and will ultimately produce technology that would be unimaginable at the time. A major part of the book is Daniel asking what his computer would say if it could speak and expresses his views with the random wording at the beginning of each section. Throughout the book, the characters discuss humans as computers and vice versa, an example being the question of computers having feelings. With the statement, Karla is simply saying that humans will one day understand their own processes so will, they will be able to translation these processes for computers to utilize. My perspectives on AI are similar to Karla’s, believing that one day, an entity will be able to make deductions and inductions based on information from its surroundings. However, it will never be human-like in our ability to process information so readily and easily. Just as we are bound by the laws of biology and our capacities to calculate, memorize, etc., computers will be bound by the abilities to which humans allow them.
3. Why do you think Coupland's characters speak in computer jargon, and use technical expressions to describe their lives and environment? How does this compare to your experiences of the workplace and home? What effect does this way of speaking have on others?
The characters in Microserfs speak in computer jargon and describe almost everything in this way because it is all they know. Their whole lives are centered on computer coding and programming and they apply what they know of technology to their everyday. I think that not only does it make them more comfortable trying to make sense of a confusing, unknown world but also brings them closer together as they are all able to understand each other and relate to one another on that level. I think this is similar to my own experiences both at home and at the workplace, and is for anyone else at well. I believe that people tend to explain things or learn things in a way that maximizes their understanding and people do this by comparing new things to what they already know. It’s very common for men to compare everyday life to sports, which is something my friends and I do daily. For example, needing a great score on the final to pass a class, one may explain to someone else, “It’s late in the fourth quarter, and I have to find a way to win.” I think speaking like this helps friends understand each other and be comfortable, as I said previously. It is a way for the common interests of individuals in a group to be materialized and to bring them together.
9. Daniel Underwood has been described as a "anti-hero" who is a "dull nobody." In what ways is this statement true? Why has Coupland used this form of an anti-hero?
This statement is true because in a lot of ways, Daniel Underwood, the main character, does not have any true aspirations or even obstacles to overcome throughout the book. To be a true hero, one must defeat an obstacle or enemy for the betterment of themselves or their surroundings and Daniel is not involved with anything like this. Throughout the book, it seems as though while he may not be completely comfortable with his life, he doesn’t do much to change it for the better. He seems to be content with the fact that while things aren’t exactly fair, there isn’t too much he can do about it. I think this explains the “dull nobody” aspect of the phrase as well. The big transition in the book was when Daniel quit Microsoft in order to work with Michael and everyone else. Even after this, there isn’t much change or drama in his life. He stated in the book that he was happy simply because of the fact that his friends and himself were all together, working for a common goal. I think Coupland used this form of an anti-hero to bring more attention to the characters themselves rather than what they were going through. This book had some of the best-developed characters of the books I’ve read. Coupland may have also used this form of an anti-hero because of the fact that having a complete family is really all Dan wanted. Dan states in the book that he likes stories where he knows what the characters want right away. Coupland however, lets us know what Dan wanted with the last words of the book: hellojed.
What Karla is saying about artificial intelligence is that one day, they will mimic the ability of humans to learn and understand. They discuss throughout the book the development of computers and often refer to old computer systems and how they quickly became outdated. They believe that the development of computers will continue to accelerate and will ultimately produce technology that would be unimaginable at the time. A major part of the book is Daniel asking what his computer would say if it could speak and expresses his views with the random wording at the beginning of each section. Throughout the book, the characters discuss humans as computers and vice versa, an example being the question of computers having feelings. With the statement, Karla is simply saying that humans will one day understand their own processes so will, they will be able to translation these processes for computers to utilize. My perspectives on AI are similar to Karla’s, believing that one day, an entity will be able to make deductions and inductions based on information from its surroundings. However, it will never be human-like in our ability to process information so readily and easily. Just as we are bound by the laws of biology and our capacities to calculate, memorize, etc., computers will be bound by the abilities to which humans allow them.
3. Why do you think Coupland's characters speak in computer jargon, and use technical expressions to describe their lives and environment? How does this compare to your experiences of the workplace and home? What effect does this way of speaking have on others?
The characters in Microserfs speak in computer jargon and describe almost everything in this way because it is all they know. Their whole lives are centered on computer coding and programming and they apply what they know of technology to their everyday. I think that not only does it make them more comfortable trying to make sense of a confusing, unknown world but also brings them closer together as they are all able to understand each other and relate to one another on that level. I think this is similar to my own experiences both at home and at the workplace, and is for anyone else at well. I believe that people tend to explain things or learn things in a way that maximizes their understanding and people do this by comparing new things to what they already know. It’s very common for men to compare everyday life to sports, which is something my friends and I do daily. For example, needing a great score on the final to pass a class, one may explain to someone else, “It’s late in the fourth quarter, and I have to find a way to win.” I think speaking like this helps friends understand each other and be comfortable, as I said previously. It is a way for the common interests of individuals in a group to be materialized and to bring them together.
9. Daniel Underwood has been described as a "anti-hero" who is a "dull nobody." In what ways is this statement true? Why has Coupland used this form of an anti-hero?
This statement is true because in a lot of ways, Daniel Underwood, the main character, does not have any true aspirations or even obstacles to overcome throughout the book. To be a true hero, one must defeat an obstacle or enemy for the betterment of themselves or their surroundings and Daniel is not involved with anything like this. Throughout the book, it seems as though while he may not be completely comfortable with his life, he doesn’t do much to change it for the better. He seems to be content with the fact that while things aren’t exactly fair, there isn’t too much he can do about it. I think this explains the “dull nobody” aspect of the phrase as well. The big transition in the book was when Daniel quit Microsoft in order to work with Michael and everyone else. Even after this, there isn’t much change or drama in his life. He stated in the book that he was happy simply because of the fact that his friends and himself were all together, working for a common goal. I think Coupland used this form of an anti-hero to bring more attention to the characters themselves rather than what they were going through. This book had some of the best-developed characters of the books I’ve read. Coupland may have also used this form of an anti-hero because of the fact that having a complete family is really all Dan wanted. Dan states in the book that he likes stories where he knows what the characters want right away. Coupland however, lets us know what Dan wanted with the last words of the book: hellojed.
Friday, December 12, 2008
Module III: The Ethical Dilemmas Surrounding the Use of Embryonic Stem Cells
In his essay, “Embryo Ethics” from Daedalus (2008), Robert P. George argues that no matter what arguments, both scientific or simple logic, are used to defend the use of embryonic stem cells for research or transplantation, there is simply nothing that can truly support their use. The author supports his position by presenting all the arguments of prominent individuals against the use of embryonic stem cells, followed by arguments used by those who support the destruction of stem cell, to which he gives his own counterarguments to dispute the claims; not once in his essay does he use religion or theology to argue against the use of embryonic stem cells. The author’s purpose is not to restate those arguments against the use of stem cells, as he only spends a short amount of time in this area, but rather chooses to repeat those arguments supporting the use of stem cells which are based on science and logic and proceeding to use the same principles used to develop those arguments to refute them. Considering the scientific knowledge required to understand the subject and its complexities and the many individuals which may not be familiar with them, George does a good job of both simplifying certain points and using analogies and common sense logic in order to allow readers without a scientific background to understand the arguments and to gather enough information to develop their own opinions.
Another essay questioning the arguments supporting the use of embryonic stem cells, “Finding ethically acceptable solutions for therapeutic human stem cell research” from the journal Ethics and Medicine (2008), John R. Meyer instead argues that the method developed by Karen Devolder which she proposes avoids the ethical issues surrounding the use of embryonic stem cells. The author supports his argument by arguing that all embryos, regardless of level of development, are true human beings and should be treated with the respect given to adult human beings by disputing the claims of Devolder and other researchers that both ANTities and OARities are not organisms capable of fully developing; indeed, Meyer argues that the act of creating these entities itself is a destruction of a developing human embryo and is therefore morally and ethically wrong. Meyer’s essay has two purposes: the first is to prove that Devolder’s alternative approach to the use of embryonic stem cells is not ethically sound as she claims and the second is to argue for the expansion of adult stem cell research, which avoids the ethical dilemmas of destroying embryos for research purposes. Unlike the first article, Meyer’s argument requires a much larger understanding of embryological processes as well as genetics and may be difficult for readers without a substantial amount of biological knowledge to understand; it is apparent that the article is intended for readers of the scientific community.
While the first two articles discussed the ethics of using embryonic stem cells, the last article discusses the ethics of embryonic stem cell transplantation without developing guidelines for their use in order to ensure patient safety. “Clinical trials for stem cell transplantation: guidelines for scientific and ethical review” written by Bernard Lo et al and published in Clinical Trials (2008) concludes that clinical trials are necessary prior to the use of embryonic stem cells for transplantation purposes due to the risks that come along with the procedure. The authors come to this conclusion by discussing various studies regarding the use of embryonic stem cells for transplantation and the potential risks that come along with their use and later determining what steps can be taken in order to minimize these risks as to ensure that patient safety is maintained. The authors’ purpose is to develop guidelines for clinical trials that will allow researchers a better idea of the risks of embryonic stem cell transplantation as well as guidelines to make sure the benefits of the trials themselves are important enough to risk the health of their participants. As discussed, the purpose of the article is to establish set guidelines for embryonic stem cell transplantation and the article is indeed written for and intended to be read by members of the scientific community associated with the use of embryonic stem cells for transplantation purposes.
Another essay questioning the arguments supporting the use of embryonic stem cells, “Finding ethically acceptable solutions for therapeutic human stem cell research” from the journal Ethics and Medicine (2008), John R. Meyer instead argues that the method developed by Karen Devolder which she proposes avoids the ethical issues surrounding the use of embryonic stem cells. The author supports his argument by arguing that all embryos, regardless of level of development, are true human beings and should be treated with the respect given to adult human beings by disputing the claims of Devolder and other researchers that both ANTities and OARities are not organisms capable of fully developing; indeed, Meyer argues that the act of creating these entities itself is a destruction of a developing human embryo and is therefore morally and ethically wrong. Meyer’s essay has two purposes: the first is to prove that Devolder’s alternative approach to the use of embryonic stem cells is not ethically sound as she claims and the second is to argue for the expansion of adult stem cell research, which avoids the ethical dilemmas of destroying embryos for research purposes. Unlike the first article, Meyer’s argument requires a much larger understanding of embryological processes as well as genetics and may be difficult for readers without a substantial amount of biological knowledge to understand; it is apparent that the article is intended for readers of the scientific community.
While the first two articles discussed the ethics of using embryonic stem cells, the last article discusses the ethics of embryonic stem cell transplantation without developing guidelines for their use in order to ensure patient safety. “Clinical trials for stem cell transplantation: guidelines for scientific and ethical review” written by Bernard Lo et al and published in Clinical Trials (2008) concludes that clinical trials are necessary prior to the use of embryonic stem cells for transplantation purposes due to the risks that come along with the procedure. The authors come to this conclusion by discussing various studies regarding the use of embryonic stem cells for transplantation and the potential risks that come along with their use and later determining what steps can be taken in order to minimize these risks as to ensure that patient safety is maintained. The authors’ purpose is to develop guidelines for clinical trials that will allow researchers a better idea of the risks of embryonic stem cell transplantation as well as guidelines to make sure the benefits of the trials themselves are important enough to risk the health of their participants. As discussed, the purpose of the article is to establish set guidelines for embryonic stem cell transplantation and the article is indeed written for and intended to be read by members of the scientific community associated with the use of embryonic stem cells for transplantation purposes.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Friday, October 31, 2008
Module II Article V
No one in the world would disagree with the notion that since the dawn of civilization, men and women have fell in different roles. It has been proven in the fields of anthropology that as far back as the days of the “caveman”, men and women have had distinct and separate roles within their families and communities. With these differences in gender roles, personality traits have emerged that are distinct between men and women. In the article Gender Differences in “Social Portraits” Reflected in MySpace Profiles, the authors, Melissa Joy Magnuson and Lauren Dundes, discuss the tendency of women to “turn to others” for validation of their identity while men do not (Magnuson 239). The significance of this is not only the difference between men and women but that these tendencies are translated to the cyber world. While some may believe this is a derogatory and condescending remark, I do believe that the authors made a valid point, but I also believe that men do the same as well.
The experiment conducted in the article was meant to determine if there were differences between the numbers of times an individual’s significant other was mentioned in his or her MySpace profile. A MySpace profile is a great way to determine differences in identity validation between genders because the whole point of a profile is to allow others over the web to know who you are as a person. The results did come up significantly different, with women mentioning their significant other in various parts of their profile more than men. The authors attributed this distinction to the tendency of women to depend on others while searching for their own identities (Magnuson 241).
I agree with the authors’ interpretation and I also believe it is fairly prevalent within online communities. A portion of the experiment determined that women mention their significant other in their “About Me” section of their profile more often than men (16% of women did not mention their significant other, while 43% of men did not) (Magnuson 241). This phenomenon is something likely every user of MySpace and Facebook have noticed. I don’t believe this is a negative view of women or that it means they are less sure of themselves as individuals.
Women are usually more comfortable talking about and being public with their relationships than males are, and this is translated onto the internet. Just as women want to call their friends after a remarkable evening or devastating fight with their boyfriend or husband, they are also more than willing to share it with their network of friends online. Their relationships with others, not just their significant others, are a part of their identity as a whole. The article discusses this briefly when it is mentioned that women “take a very interpersonal approach” while searching for their identities (Magnuson 241).
Interestingly enough, some individuals argue that MySpace aids in identity formation, not just reflects it (Rapacki 29). Individuals are constantly able to change their profiles to reflect their moods, interests or ideas. Since women (especially adolescents) are more likely to value changes in relationships as changes in themselves as an individual, it is not a surprise that discussing their significant other is more prevalent in the profiles of females.
While I do agree with the authors’ assertion that this discrepancy is due to the differences in identity validation, I also believe that the differences can be attributed to something much simpler. Profiles online allow you to “show off” various aspects of your life you are proud of or that you value the most. I don’t believe this is meant to make others envious but rather to share with others those things that make you happy. It is much more likely for women to mention hanging out with their significant other in their Interests section than men, simply because men do not want to be ridiculed or seen as “whipped”. Also, it could be due to men viewing internet infidelity as less severe than do women, which would cause them to fail to mention their significant other (Morgan-Docan).
While men may have their own reasons for mentioning their significant others as much as women, they are not completely exempt from the notion of turning to others for validation of themselves. Just as women may turn to their significant other to validate their own identity, men commonly turn to their friends in order to validate theirs. Though it was not mentioned in the article, I do believe that men validate their own identities by mentioning their friends in relation to themselves. An example would be a male mentioning in their interests or activities their favorite hobby of “playing poker with the boys.” Groups of males are likely to be similar in interests and hobbies and members of that group may look at their friends in order to find out more about the type of person they are.
While both the mentioning of their friends as well as similarities between groups of friends may not differ between males and females, males are guilty of “turning to others” just as much as women are. In my mind, they just don’t do so with females because it is not part of the masculine persona. The authors of the paper mention that males tend to view their relationships as “an extension of their already-complete selves” (239). While males do not care any less about their significant other than their partner does about them, they simply do not see it as interconnected with other parts of their lives as females do. Upon entering a relationship, they maintain their sense of uniqueness and individuality (Magnuson 241). Therefore, when portraying their unique identity on the internet, they may concentrate more on who they are as an individual outside of their relationship than women do.
Men and women are different in countless ways and either may have the upper hand in any given aspect of life. When it comes to establishing who you are as an individual, the things that matter most to you will be the things that affect who you are and who you become. For a woman to “turn to others” as the authors stated is not negative at all and being valued in such a way by someone else should never be taken for granted.
The experiment conducted in the article was meant to determine if there were differences between the numbers of times an individual’s significant other was mentioned in his or her MySpace profile. A MySpace profile is a great way to determine differences in identity validation between genders because the whole point of a profile is to allow others over the web to know who you are as a person. The results did come up significantly different, with women mentioning their significant other in various parts of their profile more than men. The authors attributed this distinction to the tendency of women to depend on others while searching for their own identities (Magnuson 241).
I agree with the authors’ interpretation and I also believe it is fairly prevalent within online communities. A portion of the experiment determined that women mention their significant other in their “About Me” section of their profile more often than men (16% of women did not mention their significant other, while 43% of men did not) (Magnuson 241). This phenomenon is something likely every user of MySpace and Facebook have noticed. I don’t believe this is a negative view of women or that it means they are less sure of themselves as individuals.
Women are usually more comfortable talking about and being public with their relationships than males are, and this is translated onto the internet. Just as women want to call their friends after a remarkable evening or devastating fight with their boyfriend or husband, they are also more than willing to share it with their network of friends online. Their relationships with others, not just their significant others, are a part of their identity as a whole. The article discusses this briefly when it is mentioned that women “take a very interpersonal approach” while searching for their identities (Magnuson 241).
Interestingly enough, some individuals argue that MySpace aids in identity formation, not just reflects it (Rapacki 29). Individuals are constantly able to change their profiles to reflect their moods, interests or ideas. Since women (especially adolescents) are more likely to value changes in relationships as changes in themselves as an individual, it is not a surprise that discussing their significant other is more prevalent in the profiles of females.
While I do agree with the authors’ assertion that this discrepancy is due to the differences in identity validation, I also believe that the differences can be attributed to something much simpler. Profiles online allow you to “show off” various aspects of your life you are proud of or that you value the most. I don’t believe this is meant to make others envious but rather to share with others those things that make you happy. It is much more likely for women to mention hanging out with their significant other in their Interests section than men, simply because men do not want to be ridiculed or seen as “whipped”. Also, it could be due to men viewing internet infidelity as less severe than do women, which would cause them to fail to mention their significant other (Morgan-Docan).
While men may have their own reasons for mentioning their significant others as much as women, they are not completely exempt from the notion of turning to others for validation of themselves. Just as women may turn to their significant other to validate their own identity, men commonly turn to their friends in order to validate theirs. Though it was not mentioned in the article, I do believe that men validate their own identities by mentioning their friends in relation to themselves. An example would be a male mentioning in their interests or activities their favorite hobby of “playing poker with the boys.” Groups of males are likely to be similar in interests and hobbies and members of that group may look at their friends in order to find out more about the type of person they are.
While both the mentioning of their friends as well as similarities between groups of friends may not differ between males and females, males are guilty of “turning to others” just as much as women are. In my mind, they just don’t do so with females because it is not part of the masculine persona. The authors of the paper mention that males tend to view their relationships as “an extension of their already-complete selves” (239). While males do not care any less about their significant other than their partner does about them, they simply do not see it as interconnected with other parts of their lives as females do. Upon entering a relationship, they maintain their sense of uniqueness and individuality (Magnuson 241). Therefore, when portraying their unique identity on the internet, they may concentrate more on who they are as an individual outside of their relationship than women do.
Men and women are different in countless ways and either may have the upper hand in any given aspect of life. When it comes to establishing who you are as an individual, the things that matter most to you will be the things that affect who you are and who you become. For a woman to “turn to others” as the authors stated is not negative at all and being valued in such a way by someone else should never be taken for granted.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Visual Advocacy - Hybrid Vehicles
For my visual advocacy project, I wanted to convey a message that would make any person who saw it follow my advice, which is to drive a hybrid. At first, I planned on concentrating much of the project on the environmental benefits as well as bringing about a lesser dependence on foreign oil. However, as I began to research the topic, I began to realize that for many people, the financial benefits may have a greater influence over their decision to purchase a hybrid vehicle.
A great benefit of owning a hybrid vehicle is the decreased exhaust emissions that result from decreased fuel usage. The exhausted emissions result in lower smog levels and decreased pollution of greenhouse gases. Smog levels increase due to emissions of nitric oxides (NOx) from vehicles and power plants. These chemicals contaminate the atmosphere and are associated with respiratory problems in affected populations. Emissions from automobiles also include other chemicals such as hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide, among others. Carbon dioxide is a major cause of global warming, an issue extremely prevalent throughout the world.
I included a table that shows the emissions released by gas-powered, electric-powered, and fuel cell-powered vehicles, with the electric-powered data representative of the hybrid emissions. To visualize the actual pollution process, I included a picture of a traffic jam in order to emphasize the large amount of emissions that result from large numbers of vehicles driving throughout the day. Moreover, these emissions are given off even when their owners are sitting through these traffic jams.
A great benefit of owning a hybrid vehicle is the decreased exhaust emissions that result from decreased fuel usage. The exhausted emissions result in lower smog levels and decreased pollution of greenhouse gases. Smog levels increase due to emissions of nitric oxides (NOx) from vehicles and power plants. These chemicals contaminate the atmosphere and are associated with respiratory problems in affected populations. Emissions from automobiles also include other chemicals such as hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide, among others. Carbon dioxide is a major cause of global warming, an issue extremely prevalent throughout the world.
I included a table that shows the emissions released by gas-powered, electric-powered, and fuel cell-powered vehicles, with the electric-powered data representative of the hybrid emissions. To visualize the actual pollution process, I included a picture of a traffic jam in order to emphasize the large amount of emissions that result from large numbers of vehicles driving throughout the day. Moreover, these emissions are given off even when their owners are sitting through these traffic jams.
Due to the major consequences these vehicle pollutants can have on the environment, it is no surprise that hybrid vehicles are part of the “green” movement. This movement involves individuals altering their behaviors or product consumption in order to prevent (or more realistically, delay) the inevitable environmental consequences that will result at the current pace that we are headed. This is one of primary reasons hybrid vehicles were created, and with the growing number of individuals around the world “going green,” hybrid vehicles are growing in popularity with every model year.
Another primary reason hybrid vehicles were developed is the need for alternative fuel sources. So much of the industrialized world today is dependent on oil that hundreds of millions of dollars are spent on oil reserves in the United States and natural disasters such as hurricanes that occur in the South can sky-rocket prices of gas in the Midwest. Hybrid vehicles allow the US to decrease this dependence until alternative fuels such as hydrogen are developed and fully established.
The reasons mentioned above are incredibly important and would help with many detrimental issues facing the world today. Unfortunately, not enough people feel they may be important enough to actually begin driving hybrids. So when I began my visual advocacy, I also made sure to mention an issue that individuals would be concerned about: the financial benefits. With the improved fuel economy that a hybrid vehicle brings, around 60 mpg, it requires much less gas, saving consumers hundreds of dollars a year. After all, you cannot have reduced emissions without consuming a smaller amount of gas.
The picture I included was one we see every day – the sign at a gas station. Instead of including one with the actual gas prices, it simply depicted what we perceive these prices to be costing us: an arm and a leg. With a great amount of Americans switching from larger vehicles to smaller, more fuel efficient cars to save money, we should take into consideration the added environmental benefits of instead switching to a hybrid, which will not take away from the performance aspect of a normal vehicle. To depict this, I included pictures of luxury cars that are being offered with hybrid engines. Most individuals assume that all hybrids look like the Toyota Prius, or a golf cart for that matter. This has not been the case for a number of years; Cadillac has introduced its Escalade hybrid this year, and a future Mercedes hybrid was depicted in the powerpoint.
I think I did a good job of depicting the advantages of hybrid vehicles in my visual advocacy. I was able to emphasize what the text was saying with visual images, which is what I think the project was aimed to get us to do. The slides themselves had just a small section of color at the top but I felt it gave a natural, earthy vibe that reiterates the green advantage of hybrid vehicles. As for the information itself, I emphasized points which I feel would interest readers the most. The project was a visual advocacy, and I think to be able to persuade individuals, you must show them how they can personally benefit from their efforts to change. Hopefully, people will begin to see that a change to a hybrid vehicle does not constitute much of a change at all.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
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