Effects of American Culture on the Islamic Idea of Beauty It is a common English phrase to say that beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, but possibly it is more precise to say that beauty is in the geography, as cultural ideals of beauty vary radically by region. While there are numerous cultures and subcultures in the world, of primary concern to us there are two main opposing cultures in The United States of America. One is the culture of Islam which has its dynamic a sense of moderation which
Introduction to Scenario Planning Scenario planning was something that I used to associate with organisations – MNCs in particular, a planning tool that was encouraged to use in this uncertain world. A disciplined method for future forecasts that companies have applied to issues such as which portfolio of actions to take and invest in. However, as I learn more about scenario planning, I realised that it can be used regardless of organisations, groups, or individuals. Motivation for Choice One reason
The principle of objectivity in journalistic activities belongs to one of the most urgent and controversial issues discussed by theoreticians. The question of impartiality in media is actualizing by unacceptable amount of propaganda and unprofessionalism in this sphere. In the modern age of explanatory and narrative journalism when the audience want to see media ‘with a human face’, the question under discussion is how objectivity and impartiality can still exist and do journalists still need it
Evaluation of Jones’ Persuasion Techniques The essay, “Violent media is good for kids”, written by Gerard Jones, was first published in Mother Jones magazine in the year 2000, and nearly two decades later, this subject is still relevant today. Jones is author of violent media himself, as he has written many books for Marvel Comics. The essay argues that violent media is good for kids, which is also Jones’ thesis. To support his thesis, Jones discusses several arguments, such as his personal experience
of time in the past seven years researching sexism in STEM fields. According to their latest study, they say women are no longer at a disadvantage when applying for tenure-track positions in university science departments. They in fact add that the bias has now flipped: Female candidates are now twice as likely to be chosen as equally qualified men. So our question is : Is STEM finally becoming friendlier to women? Wendy and Stephen say a big ‘Yes’. In this interview, Wendy shares insights about
In Zimbabwe, We Don’t Cry For Lions by Goodwell Nzou provides an argument for trophy hunting, in defense of the dentist who killed Cecil The Lion. 5 Reasons Why Trophy Hunting Is Not Conservation by Alexis Crosswell gives an argument against trophy hunting, contrary to Goodwell’s piece. Both articles provide a unique and valuable perspective on the topic. One article, however, provides a better argument than the other for trophy hunting. The article that has a better argument is 5 Reasons Why Trophy
In a literature, there are specific social groups that are marginalized, excluded or silenced within the text in order to show only one side of the perspective. Especially, in texts that contain a lot of controversial materials that can cause the readers to build up wrong direction of biases. By doing so, the readers will focus on one specific group the author wants to represent. The Things They Carried, written by Tim O’Brien, is based on the stories from the American Vietnamese war veterans, and
theory they must not put their happiness or unhappiness at a higher or lower level than another person being affected by their actions. However, in the real world lawyers would care about their happiness from their actions and there would be personal bias. If not then they would lose their job, their income would stop their family will now become homeless, miserable and starving and no better than someone in a famine which will make them
I am an individual who likes and loves helping others out particularly if they cannot help themselves. I am a benevolent individual in nature and this is deep within me as most times I am in a situation to help an individual, I do help them. A friend of mine earlier on came and asked for my help in the form of monetary aid. I did not think much about it and instead stretched out my hand and gave the aid needed. I like maintaining and managing my finance which is why I do partake in the common form
Media Bias The media plays an important role in society. It can be expressed in the content of television shows, new broadcasts, newspapers, or even through social networking. Millions of people rely on the media to find out information and situations that are occurring around the world. People consult to their televisions, radios, and newspapers for the news. Different media sources such as Facebook, or even New York Times are just of the few source that individuals can gain information from.