Online Education of the Future

I believe that on-line education is a viable option for college students. Not every person who seeks to continue their education is a traditional student straight out of high school still living with their parents and maybe working a part time job with no children. Some people who we call non-traditional students may also want to continue their education. The on-line learning option allows anyone the opportunity to continue their education. It is flexible, convenient, and still allows you to connect with your classmates and instructors. I believe the demand for this option will only continue to grow in the future, therefore stirring all colleges and universities to eventually offer on-line learning as a viable option. The traditional classroom setting will evolve to on-line learning. You will see less and less students in the classroom and more students behind their laptops at home, starbucks, the library or where ever they choose to study. Although the on-line option is viable and an attractive option for some, not all students will choose this option and the need for traditional classroom setting will always exist. On-line learning does require some discipline and motivation. Some people learn better in a classroom setting and need that type of an environment to learn, others need the flexibility and convenience of on-line classes. I personally enjoy on-line classes. This is my first one that I have taken and I have been very pleased with the interaction that has taken place between classmates and instructors via Internet.

Should the government control fast food restaurants?

Absolutely yes! If parents aren't going to control the cheeseburger and french fries problem with obesity in their children, then the government needs to take a stand and be an advocate for the children. There is a tremendous problem with pediatric obesity in the United States and the fast food industry has some responsibility for it. However, they are not being very responsible. McDonald's has a limited nutritious selection with milk, oranges, and some salads as well as Wendy's with there salad selection. But for the most part the majority of the menu and the section that is highlighted most in a combo fashion are the burgers and fries. If a regular size wasn't large enough, you are asked if you want to super size your order. Do they ask you to super size your salad? I don't think that's an option. I do believe that the government can help with the problem of obesity in our society and I support it 100%.

Thanksgiving Celebration

Thanksgiving is celebrated in my family several times during the holiday week. My family is spread out all over the country and we take turns bouncing around to everyones homes for a wonderful meal and family reunion/gathering of thanks. We usually start out the weekend before thanksgiving traveling and later in the week we return home to our immediate families in the our home town. Thanksgiving meals are usually the typical thanksgiving turkey and honey baked ham and ALL the fixins. This actually takes up a 10 foot buffet table. The desert table is a site of its own, with every pie you could possibly imagine (pecan, chocolate, lemon, chess, pumpkin). Then there is always the kiddy deserts like cookies, brownies, or fudge. At the dinner table we always say grace and then go around the table telling what each of us is thankful for. After dinner is when the fun begins. We may begin a game of card, a board game, or watch a movie. Usually all three are going on at the same time with everyone in there respected groups of choice. We finally wrap the evening up with drawing name for Christmas gifts. Thanksgiving is my favorite time of year. I hope everyone had a great one!

2109 Family

What I think a family unit will look like in 100 years.
Although we hear that history repeats itself, I think the family unit will not. Families in 2109 will be much smaller than they are today or have been in the past. One hundred years ago, you had very large families with many children. In the future I see 1 to 2 children at best. Also the closeness that a family has had in the past will be forgotten. I think that we will be in a world more techological than today. I believe communication within the family will be in computerized in some shape or form and not face to face. I do not think there will be time enought for putting families first and sharing quality time together. I fear that family as we know it is endangered. I can only hope that history will repeat itself and that I am wrong about what the family will look like in 2109. I do hope that as the world evolves, we can protect what is sacred, the family unit.

Various Communities and Their Characteristics

When you think of a community, you usually think about the area you live in. That is one definition of a community. However, there are many other forms of communities that can be categorized as social groups. Social groups (communities) usually share a common interest that bonds them together. Some examples of different social groups (communities) are related to age, religious or church groups, academic groups, political groups, and even recreational groups. An example of the an age related community would be elderly communities, nursing homes or assisted living housing. These groups usually have similar interests that bind them together such as bingo, domino's, card games or just sitting around talking about their grandchildren. The church group or community has a strong bond through God. This group usually supports one another and lifts each other up in spirit and faith. An example of different academic groups or communities would be those majoring in the same field, for instance nursing students share a common bond in studying nursing and helping others. Political groups or communities would be an example of democrats and republicans. Each group shares a common bond of supporting different areas in politics. Recreational groups or communities could be your YMCA community or your Titan's fans. Each group is bonded together by a common interest. YMCA members share the interest in health and wellness, where as the titan community love and support their team. These are just a few examples of different types of communities and their particular interests that bond them together. How many communities do you belong to?

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Honor codes

I do believe that Honor Codes hold students accountable for academic honesty. Its one thing to say something but quiet another to put it in writing. When students put a pledge in writing it helps them to stick to their written promise much better than just words. Somtimes people sayd things but dont really intend on keeping their word, but if you ask someone to put it in writing, that takes on a whole different meaning. It holds you accountable and makes you think twice and seriously about what you are pledging to do. I am supportive of the honor codes and hope that it continues in the future.