Letter 1
1. Readers need to know th effects of sonar use on marine mammals and the consequences of this use.
2. Yes they are aware of this
3. Educated
4. The navy will most likely not care. They will probably state that it is required for national security
5. I will include quotes and stats produced by them
6. This letter needs to be greatly ethos and logos
*This letter was mailed Monday, May 5
Letter 2
1. Readers need to know any recent events and be remindded of the dangers of sonar use
2. Yes they are aware of this
3. Educated
4. The NDRC is for the control of sonar use in waters
5. I blieve they will trust the sources which work in conjunction with them
6. By providing much information, they believe in this
*This letter was mailed Monday, May 5
Letter 3
1. Reader needs to be aware of various events connecting sonar use and beachings of the animal
2. Yes they are aware of this
3. Educated
4. I hope this letter will help persuade the people to take a greater step towards protecting the animals
5. I will include stats and facts to convince them
6. This letter will be written to persuade tem to change their current status on the matter
*This letter was sent via email on Monday, May 5
Friday, May 9, 2008
The Hero's Journey
Joseph Campbell writing defines the similar process used throughout many centuries by many author’s to write a heroic journey. This journey begins with the hero making the decision to begin his journey, taking on many tests and trials. In the end, the hero has grown mentally and sometimes physically, never able to return to his previous life. This process of writing the heroic journey is in many ways similar to the writing process in general. This can be seen in many other writings including Hills Like White Elephants written by Ernst Hemingway and Metamorphosis by Kafka.
In the short story, Hills Like White Elephants, a young couple begins the journey into parenthood. As they sit together on the train, they discuss the pros and cons of pregnancy and the role of being a parent. With their discussions, the couple is beginning their personal journey. The back and forth nature of this discussion is similar to the hero’s call to adventure and refusal of the call, as described by Campbell. In these sections, the hero is forced to make a decision of whether or not to leave his previous life behind and go into the world unknown. The man acts as the woman’s mentor with his attempts to persuade her. He states, “I’ll go with you and I’ll stay with you all the time. They just let the air in and it’s all perfectly natural”. He tries to comfort the woman into feeling everything will be fine. This is only the beginning of couples life together, and the start of the hero’s journey.
Metamorphosis delves deeper into the hero’s journey. In this story, a young man, Gregor Samsa, who works as a salesman is mysteriously transformed into a giant insect. The man becomes worried due to his role as supporter in his family and his now inability to work. He is in the stage of the hero’s journey which Campbell would describe as the belly of the whale. At this time, the hero has left his familiar life and entered into a world unknown. The man has physically been consumed by his new form, unable to perform his usual tasks. When Gregor finally dies, his family is released of the burden brought upon them by their son’s appearance. At this time, the hero has entered a peaceful world, along with providing his family with happiness once again. These various stages of the hero’s journey are evident within the writing process.
The need to protect the environment has become a great concern for many people all over the world. This desire to preserve the planet has made many people heroes in their own lives. About two years ago, I was introduced to the dangers of sonar on marine life. At first, I was a little hesitant on taking on such a project. There is such a wide range of information and views on the subject that the task seemed daunting. This would fit Campbell’s sections, those same sections presented in Hills Like White Elephants. Yet as I thought about the paper more thoroughly, I decided it would be smarter to take the time to write about a subject I feel passionate about. I concluded to start the writing process, beginning my journey. As I began the research, again I became weary of my decision. I had entered a scientific world, one way over my education level. I had entered the world of the unknown. After completing the paper, I have realized that I will never be able to return to my previous life without this new acquired knowledge. My complete outlook on the world of marine science has changed. Although this new knowledge has no impact on my day to day life, it has forced me to think about and recognize the need to protect our planet.
Joseph Campbell depicts the hero’s journey, broken down into sections which can fit almost any heroic tale. This journey can be found also in stories which are not always read as if they were about a hero. This can be seen in the short story Hills Like White Elephants and Metamorphosis. The characters are forced to leave their previous lives, those which they have become acclimated with, and enter into an unfamiliar place. This process can also be seen in day to day life, which as a whole becomes a journey. With the creation of the research paper about the effects of sonar on marine mammals, I had entered an unknown world of scientific and conservation information and came out a well informed citizen. Like the heroes described by Joseph Campbell, I will never be able to return to my previous life without taking with me my new acquired knowledge.
In the short story, Hills Like White Elephants, a young couple begins the journey into parenthood. As they sit together on the train, they discuss the pros and cons of pregnancy and the role of being a parent. With their discussions, the couple is beginning their personal journey. The back and forth nature of this discussion is similar to the hero’s call to adventure and refusal of the call, as described by Campbell. In these sections, the hero is forced to make a decision of whether or not to leave his previous life behind and go into the world unknown. The man acts as the woman’s mentor with his attempts to persuade her. He states, “I’ll go with you and I’ll stay with you all the time. They just let the air in and it’s all perfectly natural”. He tries to comfort the woman into feeling everything will be fine. This is only the beginning of couples life together, and the start of the hero’s journey.
Metamorphosis delves deeper into the hero’s journey. In this story, a young man, Gregor Samsa, who works as a salesman is mysteriously transformed into a giant insect. The man becomes worried due to his role as supporter in his family and his now inability to work. He is in the stage of the hero’s journey which Campbell would describe as the belly of the whale. At this time, the hero has left his familiar life and entered into a world unknown. The man has physically been consumed by his new form, unable to perform his usual tasks. When Gregor finally dies, his family is released of the burden brought upon them by their son’s appearance. At this time, the hero has entered a peaceful world, along with providing his family with happiness once again. These various stages of the hero’s journey are evident within the writing process.
The need to protect the environment has become a great concern for many people all over the world. This desire to preserve the planet has made many people heroes in their own lives. About two years ago, I was introduced to the dangers of sonar on marine life. At first, I was a little hesitant on taking on such a project. There is such a wide range of information and views on the subject that the task seemed daunting. This would fit Campbell’s sections, those same sections presented in Hills Like White Elephants. Yet as I thought about the paper more thoroughly, I decided it would be smarter to take the time to write about a subject I feel passionate about. I concluded to start the writing process, beginning my journey. As I began the research, again I became weary of my decision. I had entered a scientific world, one way over my education level. I had entered the world of the unknown. After completing the paper, I have realized that I will never be able to return to my previous life without this new acquired knowledge. My complete outlook on the world of marine science has changed. Although this new knowledge has no impact on my day to day life, it has forced me to think about and recognize the need to protect our planet.
Joseph Campbell depicts the hero’s journey, broken down into sections which can fit almost any heroic tale. This journey can be found also in stories which are not always read as if they were about a hero. This can be seen in the short story Hills Like White Elephants and Metamorphosis. The characters are forced to leave their previous lives, those which they have become acclimated with, and enter into an unfamiliar place. This process can also be seen in day to day life, which as a whole becomes a journey. With the creation of the research paper about the effects of sonar on marine mammals, I had entered an unknown world of scientific and conservation information and came out a well informed citizen. Like the heroes described by Joseph Campbell, I will never be able to return to my previous life without taking with me my new acquired knowledge.
Monday, May 5, 2008
Blog About Various Environmental Law
http://gristmill.grist.org/
This blog is about various environmental laws and people's opinions about these laws. Some blog topics include information about the effects of sonar on marine mammals.
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Lesson Plan
Lesson Plan:
Concept: Effects of Sonar Use on Marine Mammals
Standards Addressed
· More regulation needed
· Dangers to auditory system
· Effects on behavior
General Goals
· To teach the students about the need to protect the oceans and the creatures in it
Required Materials
· Game Board
· Deck of Cards
· Flash cards/ “Did You Know”
· Game Pieces
Anticipatory Set
· Although sonar is important for military defense, the protection of our animals is much greater
Step-By-Step Procedure
1. Each student takes a piece and begins on the box labeled “Start”
2. The first student draws a card and moves the number of boxes as indicated on the card
3. If the student lands on a box colored blue, a flash card is drawn and the instructions are followed; If the student lands on a box colored green, a “Did You Know” card is drawn revealing a fact about the subject
4. The first student who makes it to Alaska wins
Plan For Independent Practice
· Needs to be played with a minimum of two players
Closure:
· Better Knowledge of the need to protect marine wildlife
Assessment Based on Objectives
· Knowledge of subject at the end of the game (i.e. questions)
Extensions (For Gifted Students)
· A set of questions based on the “Did You Know” are written and saved for the student who reaches the final block. The student has two chances to get the question right in order to win
Concept: Effects of Sonar Use on Marine Mammals
Standards Addressed
· More regulation needed
· Dangers to auditory system
· Effects on behavior
General Goals
· To teach the students about the need to protect the oceans and the creatures in it
Required Materials
· Game Board
· Deck of Cards
· Flash cards/ “Did You Know”
· Game Pieces
Anticipatory Set
· Although sonar is important for military defense, the protection of our animals is much greater
Step-By-Step Procedure
1. Each student takes a piece and begins on the box labeled “Start”
2. The first student draws a card and moves the number of boxes as indicated on the card
3. If the student lands on a box colored blue, a flash card is drawn and the instructions are followed; If the student lands on a box colored green, a “Did You Know” card is drawn revealing a fact about the subject
4. The first student who makes it to Alaska wins
Plan For Independent Practice
· Needs to be played with a minimum of two players
Closure:
· Better Knowledge of the need to protect marine wildlife
Assessment Based on Objectives
· Knowledge of subject at the end of the game (i.e. questions)
Extensions (For Gifted Students)
· A set of questions based on the “Did You Know” are written and saved for the student who reaches the final block. The student has two chances to get the question right in order to win
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