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Discussion Post 1 Responses

Guidelines: Task 2: After you have created and posted your main response, you are then required to read and respond to a minimum of 2 of your classmates' discussion posts. All substantive replies count, whether it be replies to several classmates’ main post, or multiple replies to a single classmate (substantive replies to your professor would also count for credit). Think of your responses in terms of a contribution to an ongoing academic dialogue. Incorporate what you have learned from the weekly reading material and from your own real-world experiences. Again, don’t forget to use proper MLA documentation whenever necessary.

EVA: Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling

In my essays, I never have too much trouble spelling. I am usually pretty eloquent with my spelling, so that may not be an issue in the future. However, I do have some trouble with my punctuation and grammar. I tend to put my commas in the wrong places. I also struggle with run-on sentences quite a bit. To fix this, I try to re-read my content a lot to make sure my sentences make sense. If I did make the same mistakes, It is because I did not pay enough attention to my writing and need to perhaps have someone read my content. This strategy could ensure efficiency.

Content/Format

In my opinion, my main problem with writing is having a hard time referring to my thesis and topic sentences. Like I’ve probably stated before, I write as if the reader is already aware of what they’re reading and why. I’m unsure if I repeated this mistake. If I did repeat this issue, It’s because I need to be more efficient and comfortable with writing proper essays. It’s critical that I learn to be a better writer for my future and taking this class is helping me do so. In regards to my format, hand in hand with my content above, I need to slow down and really focus on what I am doing and how I am writing. Thank you

Cowart: Certain parts of the essay may be improved to make it more complete. Examples illustrate this. Example: using more explicit examples. More investigation into the author's dependability is needed before accepting this conclusion. The piece discusses Nichols' skill and his views on typical people's viewpoints. The piece also discusses Nichols' talent. Explore these issues and consider how they may impact the essay's persuasiveness. The article may also address Nichols' prejudices and how they may affect his reasoning throughout the essay.

The essay has portions that require more study. My article claims that Nichols does not examine social media's role in information rejection, even though it uses fake news as an example. Studying how social media spreads misinformation and how to repair it would be helpful. Considering these factors is helpful. My article also points out that Nichols does not provide any solutions to restore knowledge's worth, which might be an exciting field for further research. My essay briefly mentions the article's persuasiveness, but a more in-depth analysis may be provided. The essay may also examine the article's structure and how it enhances its efficacy. The essay might have improved its understanding of the article and its arguments by investigating the author's reliability and biases, analyzing the article's omitted parts, and assessing its usefulness.

Discussion Post 2 Responses

Guidelines: Task 2: After you have created your new discussion topic and replied to the main topic, you will read and respond to at least 2 participant responses (includes both learners and instructor). Your main topic response and your participant responses need to be over two or more days. Remember to engage with participants through meaningful and relevant dialogue, which furthers the discussion. Incorporate what you have learned from the weekly reading material and from your own real-world experiences into your participant responses. Don’t forget to use proper APA citations and references whenever necessary.

Cody: Define an algorithm in relation to computer science. How does Alice fit with this definition? Would you consider any of your daily activities as an algorithm? Why or why not?

In regard to Computer Science, an algorithm refers to a set of instructions that a computer can use in order to solve a particular problem, multiple problems, or complete individual or multiple tasks. Algorithms are precise and direct, so that the computer can generate a command that cannot be mistaken or misled. Alice is a block-based programming language that teaches beginners how to program using 3D objects and animations. Alice does not fit the definition of an algorithm but does use algorithms to display instructions for the computer to follow within the program. Until reading the material for this week, I was unsure what an algorithm was and doubted that algorithms existed in our day-to-day lives. However, anything that requires specific sets of instructions can be considered algorithms in our daily lives. Starting a car, making a cup of coffee, and following a recipe requires the same steps every time.

Ronan: Algorithms are something that can be found on a variety of databases. The most well-known use of the algorithm is for social media, meaning what videos pop up on your pages due to your specific interests. However, algorithms in computer science are different. In computer science, algorithms are like a set of rules that are used for problem solving or for performing tasks. Algorithms development is geared towards computer science by having: graphics, networking, artificial intelligence, databases, security and more. Alice fits this definition because it follows a variety of steps in order to complete a specific task. I would consider most of my daily activities as an algorithm. This is because I follow certain steps every day in order to get where I need to be. An example of this could be my morning routine. Everyday I wake up, brush my teeth, wash my face, eat breakfast, get ready for work and then drive to work. The activity that is being completed is going to work and finishing a shift, and the steps are what I do leading up to my shift.

Discussion Post 3 Responses

Guidelines: Task 2: After you have created your initial post, you are required to read and respond to a minimum of 2 of your classmates' posts.  Each reply should be 150+ words. Think of your responses in terms of a contribution to a dialogue, not a writing exercise or a chat room.  Elaborate a single idea and keep your post short but concise as if you were holding a conversation with your classmate(s).   Incorporate what you have learned from the weekly reading material and from your own real-world experiences.  Don’t forget to use proper APA citations and references whenever necessary.

Diaz: What does this mean and will “addressing root causes” eliminate all terrorist attacks?

The root of terrorism are five factors: resistance to colonial rule, ethnic separation, internal political factors, support for external factors, and ideological beliefs. The distressing conditions from poverty, persecution, lack of human rights, oppression, and ideologies (such as secular beliefs), religion, and ethnic discrimination are all causes of terrorism. The mayor support for international peace and prevent terrorism will be any country's policy to create and support methods of how to prevent people from becoming recruits for terrorism. A first line of defense is to prevent people from becoming terrorists and ignoring the five causes risks misidentifying causes and solutions for terrorism. A big problem with terrorism policies or tactics against it, is that tends to interpret things from our perspective, based on what makes sense to us. The issue is what makes sense to people in different countries, different governments, social problems, and cultural characteristics. Facing the roots of terrorism is the right path even if this is a way of minimizing possibilities. There will never be a total way to eliminate terrifying acts completely, but if we concentrate on real causes, it is possible to reach a prevention.

Renfro: One of the biggest flaws that the United States of America is country building. It seems we never do the correct policies whenever it comes to eliminating radicalization of opposing countries as well as domestic radicalization. When a scholar suggests that “America must address the root causes of terrorism”, they are suggesting that responding to terrorist attacks with military force or law enforcement is not the best course of action. We must consider the factors that contribute to the rise of extremist ideologies and violence. These factors can vary widely and include social, economic, political, oppression, and discrimination. By addressing these “root causes”, we can do our best to prevent individuals from being radicalized. However, while addressing the root causes of terrorism is great, it may not necessarily eliminate all terrorist attacks. There will always be individuals who choose to resort to violence as a means necessary to achieve their goals. Some extremist groups may still operate even if their grievances have been addressed and said grievances are being worked upon. Overall, by addressing the root causes of terrorism, we can reduce the likelihood of individuals becoming radicalized and drawn towards extremist groups.