This is a critical thinking writing of assignment

Thinking critically and responding to a verbal argument

Step One: OVERVIEW

Please choose one of the TED talks on this play list to watch. This would be an example of a verbal argument. Please watch/listen for understanding. Use worksheet to analyze the speaker’s argument.

you will need to answer the questions on the worksheet to the best of your ability. You will want to cite examples from the video/quotes. You could also make applications to your own life and situation.

You do not need to write a paper but you do need to write worksheet

Step Two: VIEW

URL for TED Talks

https://www.ted.com/playlists/26/our_digital_lives

Our digital lives: Our hyper-connected lives have been rewired for the digital age. These talks explore how the Internet and social media are shaping our relationships, personal lives and sense of self.

I recommend one of the following but there are many…

Sherry Turkle – Connected but alone? Link Sherry Turkle Connected, but alone?

Alexis Ohanian – How to make a splash in social media? Link Alexis Ohanian How to make a splash in social media

Eli Pariser – Beware online “filter bubbles” Link Eli Pariser Beware online "filter bubbles"

Step Three: COMPLETE WORKSHEET

See file uploaded – type in your responses. You may need to watch TED Talk several times and take notes to be able to answer questions.