Post 1: Part II-Study Guide question
A mark of a college graduate is the ability to effectively write an educated, or fact-supported, essay. 1. So, let’s get started with your first fact-supported essay explanation to a BIOL 181 Study Guide Questions (version 2020) (lecture notes). Study Guide questions are found at Content > Course Content. The objectives of this discussion: (1) explore this week’s topic in more detail, (2) write a fact-supported essay answer to your assigned weekly Study Guide question(s), and (3) provide you with detailed feedback on your first essay. a. Before submission, review the grading rubric template found below the Discussion in a Rubrics hyperlink. After the discussion due date, you can review your completed (1) grading rubric feedback, and (2) grade feedback by using the procedures in the document ” How do students see their grading rubric for a discussion ” found at Content > Course Content > Professor’s Corner. b. Select Start a New Thread and post your work in the text box with a subject line entitled as “your last name, Ch. xx, Ques. xx”. Do NOT use an attachment or use the Reply function. You must post first before you can read your classmates’ submissions. c. Satisfy the requirements (e.g. length, format, etc.) in this hyperlinked document “How to effectively write a fact-supported essay” from the Professor’s Corner. Place your question(s) in bold font. That document also explains how to determine your assigned Study Guide question(s). d. The questions you will be answering represent what I consider to be the most important points of our course. These questions, and subsequent answers, will provide an excellent study guide for the final exam. So, by doing a good job on your weekly responses, students are freeing their classmates from having to research all the Study Guide question answers. 2. Here is an analogy to what you are doing: You have just been hired for a college-graduate level position in the XYZ Corporation. Your supervisor hires college graduates because he needs personnel who can meet deadlines and write effectively. Now you are expected to draft correspondence with good content and following the corporation’s writing format. This is the first written work you will submit to your new boss. So… how many errors do you want him to have to correct?
4. Respond to a classmate’s posting. Your response must be substantive, not perfunctory, and not merely a repetition of your classmate’s material. Submit at least 5 sentences and include at least one additional fact, with accompanying APA in-text citation and APA reference list citation. I encourage inclusion of personal anecdotes.
Post 2: Selection of a Writing Assignment Topic
1. Read the document entitled “BIOL 181 Writing Assignment topics” found in the Writing Assignment Folder under Course Content. Following those directions, decide on your Writing Assignment (W.A.) topic. More than one student may choose the same topic. If you are having trouble deciding on a topic, consider some of these dangerous marine species in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jf9FzSEnj54&feature=youtu.be 2. Propose your W.A. topic by starting a new thread, stating in the subject line: your last name, type (i.e. traditional term paper, pro and con term paper, PowerPoint presentation), followed by your topic title, e.g. “Whitford, PowerPoint, Coral Reefs”. If you are selecting an individual, event or species, state the individual, event, or species in your submission. 3. See your Syllabus for the deadline of this topic submission. If I make no comment within one week of your posting, you may assume approval of your topic. If you wish to request a change to your topic later in our course, submit the new topic request in a new posting in this W.A. Topic Selection discussion, and alert me with a note in our weekly Q&A note. 4. Once I approve your topic, you will be submitting your thesis statement (go to paragraph 3 of the web page), introductory paragraph, and outline to the Week 3 Effective Writing Center (EWC) Workshop later than the deadlines listed in your Course Schedule. The EWC will critique your submissions to assist you in improving the quality and effectiveness of your writing. Your EWC submissions are credited as a discussion score.
Post 3: Enrichment Video Discussion
Enjoy these short videos that address topics in this week’s readings. Post your optional comments (no citations required) in this Discussion. Include video title in your comment title. Many previous students stated that watching the Enrichment videos before reading the material was a rewarding procedure.
1. Why the Ocean Matters. Covering 72 percent of the Earth and supplying half its oxygen, the ocean is our planet’s life support system—and it’s in danger. Watch this short National Geographic video to learn why a healthier ocean means a healthier planet, and find out how you can help. Hyperlink: http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/why-ocean-matters
2. TED Talk: Robert Ballard: The astonishing hidden world of the deep ocean. Ocean explorer Robert Ballard takes us on a mind-bending trip to hidden worlds underwater, where he and other researchers are finding unexpected life, resources, even new mountains. He makes a case for serious exploration and mapping. Hyperlink: https://www.ted.com/talks/robert_ballard_on_exploring_the_oceans#t-6786
3. Deep ocean mysteries and wonders – David Gallo: In the deepest, darkest parts of the oceans are ecosystems with more diversity than a tropical rainforest. Taking us on a voyage into the ocean — from the deepest trenches to the remains of the Titanic — marine biologist David Gallo explores the wonder and beauty of marine life. Hyperlink: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uqly8ERIkHM
4. Oceana: How Saving the Oceans Can Feed the World. Oceans cover 71% of the planet and are the source of life on Earth. Over a billion people, including some of the poorest in the world, depend on the oceans and wild seafood for survival. But our blue planet is under threat. Each day we remove more than the oceans can replenish. We are draining our oceans of life and protein for a hungry planet. The good news is that our oceans are astoundingly resilient. Contrary to popular belief, the sea is not ungoverned. Ten countries control most of the world’s wild seafood catch. We can turn things around if we focus on three goals: ending overfishing, controlling bycatch and protecting our ocean nurseries. Help us ensure that the oceans remain bountiful and beautiful for generations to come. Hyperlink: https://www.youtube.com/watch?annotation_id=annotation_125289995&feature=iv&src_vid=7PIDQNDr-yY&v=GgKPpiyUrOI
5. Symbiosis. Ever wondered how fish manage to clean their teeth despite having no hands? Bertie answers this and a whole host of other fascinating questions as he goes on a voyage of scientific discovery learning all about symbiosis on tropical reefs. Hyperlink: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UK1NyTBb70A&t=44s
6. My wish: Protect Our Oceans. Legendary ocean researcher Sylvia Earle shares astonishing images of the ocean — and shocking stats about its rapid decline — as she makes her TED Prize wish: that we will join her in protecting the vital blue heart of the planet. Hyperlink: https://www.ted.com/talks/sylvia_earle_my_wish_protect_our_oceans?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare#t-1054963
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