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SPANISH III/IV PREAPESPA?OL AP LENGUAJE Y CULTURA Información general Información general EDUTEKAHoy es lunes 14 de diciembre de 2015.Agenda del día/8? gradoA. El ensayo persuasivo → Presentation by Ruth Luman: Modesto Junior CollegeHoy aprenderemos cómo escribir una composición persuasiva para el examen “AP Spanish Language and Culture”. Hoy es martes 15 de diciembre de 2015.Agenda del día/8? gradoA. Ejemplo del ensayo persuasivo → “Against Plastic Surgery” Hoy vas a traducir el ensayo “Against Plastic Surgery”. Trabajarás con uno de tus compa?eros. Si hay alguna palabra que no comprendan, pueden usar su traductor. A persuasive essay is an essay used to convince a reader about a particular idea or focus, usually one that you believe in. Your persuasive essay could be based on anything about which you have an opinion. Whether you're arguing against the death penalty for school or petitioning for a raise from your boss, the persuasive essay is a skill that everyone should know.Against Plastic Surgery It is not a secret that the standards of beauty nowadays are rather strict and demanding. No matter what numerous combatants against discrimination say, appearances that match the existing beauty remains one of the crucial characteristics of a modern individual. People who are discontent with their appearances have different ways of improving the way they look, such as makeup, clothes, or just being in harmony with themselves. However, there is a more radical alternative, which is effective in terms of changing the way a person looks like, but is highly debated and should be abstained from in the majority of cases: plastic surgery.The foremost reason for not getting plastic surgery is that this procedure can become highly addictive (Huffington Post). Although a person might think that they would just do a single improvement, the temptation to keep “adjusting” one’s appearance can become overwhelming and lead to unpredictable and often sad results. The best examples for this are women like Cindy Jackson (who got 55 plastic surgeries, which is a world record), or Jocelyn Wildenstein, who is rumored to have spent about 4 million dollars on plastic surgeries. The “before and after” photos of her can be found online easily, so you can make your conclusions looking at the results of the numerous plastic surgeries she has undergone. Janice Dickinson, Michael Jackson, Courtney Love, and other famous personalities who had undergone plastic surgeries can also be a good example of why this kind of surgery should be abstained from.Plastic surgery does not solve the main problem of a person who decides to undergo it, which is being discontent with his or her appearance. Such a person should rather focus on solving their inner problems, pay more attention to what is going on within themselves rather than on the surface of their bodies (MindBodyGreen). In the case of an aging person, it might be the fear of death or the feeling that they do not have a young appearance anymore that causes a wish to change one’s appearance. If a person is obese, they should consider changing their diet and lifestyle, rather than doing a liposuction. There is also a serious psychological disorder called dysmorphophobia – the major symptom is being severely unsatisfied with one’s appearance, body parts, or body as a whole. Anyways, visiting a psychologist or a psychotherapist could be more useful and satisfying than having your face redesigned.It is important to remember that plastic surgery is something that remains with you forever (). You cannot return to your natural look if you feel discontent with the surgery. You will have to do another surgery to look similar to your original self, or try to improve on your previous plastic surgery. Moreover, if you try to keep up with fashion trends, you will lose the race, because trends change, and your appearance remains. What is natural is almost always better than artificial, and deep inside you will know that the way you used to look before the surgery was better.It is necessary to distinguish between cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. In case of accidents, when a person’s appearance is ruined, reconstructive surgery is indeed necessary and helpful.Plastic surgery in its cosmetic aspect should be abstained from. Changing and improving one’s appearance can become addictive, so a person might feel a constant desire to complete surgeries; also, this desire is usually caused by issues with well-being, which a psychologist could help out with better than a surgeon. You cannot undo plastic surgery, so once you undergo it, you will have to live with it forever. Be yourself, and see the beauty that you hold naturally.ReferencesShah, Yagana. “4 Good Reasons To Never Get Plastic Surgery.” The Huffington Post. , 07 Aug. 2014. Web. 14 Oct. 2014.“Why You Should Say NO To Plastic Surgery & Botox.” MindBodyGreen. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014.“The Top 5 Reasons You Should NOT Have Plastic Surgery.” The Top 5 Reasons You Should NOT Have Plastic Surgery. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014Hoy es miércoles 16 de diciembre de 2015.Agenda del día/8? gradoA. Ejemplo del ensayo persuasivo → “Why I am Against School Uniforms” Hoy vas a traducir el ensayo “Why I am Against School Uniforms”. Trabajarás con uno de tus compa?eros. Si hay alguna palabra que no comprendan, pueden usar su traductor.Why I am Against School Uniforms One of the most significant issues for modern schools is the question of students’ appearance. Whereas children would most likely enjoy dressing the way they want, teachers and education authorities would tend towards seeing students wearing standardized uniforms. There are many opponents and proponents of an obligatory enabling of school uniforms, both coming up with reasonable arguments in favor of their claims. However, to my mind, students should not be forced to wear uniforms, as it can negatively affect their personalities.Wearing school uniforms is a significant obstacle for a child’s self-expression. It is not a secret that children are much more artistic than many adults; besides, in high school, teenagers often experience an increased need to be unique and special. The clothes one wears is one of the most available means of self-expression, and school uniforms do not allow students to demonstrate their individuality. Research shows that students who were forced to wear school uniforms were more likely to use makeup earlier than their peers, and later, to use more extreme accessories to alter their fashion (short skirts, mohawks, piercing, and so on) (WiseGEEK).Another serious reason not to make students wear uniforms is when children look different and express different outlooks, it encourages them to be tolerant to those who differ from them, and to accept alternative lifestyles (). This is especially important considering one country can be inhabited by the representatives of different cultures, religions, and so on. Therefore, allowing students to dress according to their liking will encourage them to tolerate and accept people of other cultural, social, and religious groups. At the same time, a forced introduction of school uniforms results in a loss of diversity and a lack of tolerance towards strangers and people who are different from the majority.The last but not the least argument refers solely to the financial aspect of the issue. After the economic crisis of 2008, many people around the world including the United States started to experience difficulties with their financial condition. School uniforms may cost significant sums of money, so some parents cannot afford to buy the required clothes for their children. On the other hand, not enabling obligatory school uniforms allows parents with lower incomes to be satisfied about their children’s appearance ().The use of school uniforms is a poignant subject in debate circles. Introducing obligatory school uniforms will have several negative consequences. In particular, school uniforms interfere with children’s self-expression; create obstacles for cultivating tolerance and acceptance towards people of other lifestyles and outlooks; in addition, school uniforms may be rather expensive for some people, considering the economic crisis of 2008.References“What Are the Pros and Cons of School Uniforms?” WiseGEEK. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2013. <;.“The Pros and Cons of Kids Wearing Uniforms in School.” . N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2013. <;. Hoy es jueves 17 de diciembre de 2015.Agenda del día/8? gradoA. Ejemplo del ensayo persuasivo → “Why Instagram is Not So Bad” Hoy vas a traducir el ensayo “Why Instagram is Not So Bad”. Trabajarás con uno de tus compa?eros. Si hay alguna palabra que no comprendan, pueden usar su traductor.Why Instagram is Not So Bad a world where digital products have more and more effect on people’s daily lives, certain software or media products inevitably become the center of the public’s attention. Moreover, they become a part of an individual’s lifestyle. Along with Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, which already are daily companions for millions of people, there is one more application which causes debates and conflicting assessments – Instagram. Though it has many opponents, Instagram is in fact a useful program helping people develop their creativity and learn about culture.As with any other digital product, Instagram can be used totally ineptly. Billions of boring and similar selfies, kittens, flowers, “Converse” sneakers, and food photos have become the subject for ridicule. However, what Instagram critics miss is its usage among a vast population of creative people.For instance, many famous photographers, whose talent is undisputed, use Instagram to share their photos taken on their phones. Such photographers as Richard Koci Hernandez (@koci), Cory Richards (@coryrichards), Michael O’Neal (@moneal), Jimmy Chin (@jimmy_chin) are real professionals. Just for instance, Jimmy Chin and Cory Richards are photographers for National Geographic. And there are many more professional photographers on Instagram. Basically, this means any person possessing a smartphone can follow their accounts, and receive daily portions of high quality images. It is like a first-hand workshop, direct lessons on photography, and denying this advantage of Instagram is not reasonable.One of the biggest pluses of Instagram is its mobility. In the 21st century, a smartphone is a thing almost nobody leaves at his or her home. Considering nearly every smartphone has a camera, every time one walks around the city, one has a tool to capture the most interesting and inspiring moments, and what is more important, receive momentary feedback. “Likes” are not a truly adequate assessment of your creativity, but if you are followed by famous (or simply talented) photographers, and they like your photos, it can be a hint you are moving in the right direction.Instagram has its own advantages not only for creative people, but also for businesses. In fact, it is a great platform for what is called visual marketing, when you have an ability to introduce your products to potential customers directly (i.e. visually) in the most attractive way. One can form a whole feed of marketing images, encouraging interaction and purchasing (MaximizeSocialBusiness). In addition, promoting accounts in instagram is not difficult, so gaining a number of followers and potential customers is not a big deal.Instagram is not all about advantages, though. There are many people who post mediocre, or even bad photos, hoping to get more likes; obsession with shooting selfies has officially become a psychological disorder (CE), and the amount of people with bad taste in photography can be depressing. However, if used responsibly and with a purpose, Instagram can be a useful tool.Regardless of its disadvantages, Instagram remains a useful and fun tool for both amateur and professional photographers. It allows common people to follow famous photographers and learn from their works. It also allows users to receive feedback about their creativity. In addition, Instagram can be an effective media platform for businesses, allowing companies to use so-called visual marketing to engage customers.ReferencesHerman, Jenn. “The Benefits of Using Instagram for Business.” Maximize Social Business. N.p., 28 Oct. 2013. Web. 11 Sept. 2014.Martino, Joe. “Scientists Link Selfies To Narcissism, Addiction & Mental Illness.” CollectiveEvolution. N.p., 07 Apr. 2014. Web. 10 Sept. 2014.Hoy es viernes 18 de diciembre de 2015.Agenda del día/8? gradoLectura de las traducciones de los ensayos persuasivos → “Against Plastic Surgery”, “Why I am Against School Uniforms” & “Why Instagram is Not So Bad”Hoy terminarán y leerán las traducciones que hicieron con sus compa?eros.B. Hoy nos iremos a casa después del 5? periodo. ................
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