Unit 6: English 12 B Essay
Task: Option 1: Students will select a focused topic of interest within the desired career field and research multiple sources to expand their knowledge of the full range of perspectives and positions on the topic. Integrating a minimum of three valid and credible sources, effective rhetorical devices, and collaborative discussions, students will write a 4-6 page argumentative research paper.
Desired Career Field: Dentistry
The focused topic of Interest: Is it a better idea to go with the HSCP (or HPSP) Navy scholarship or take out student loans to pay for Dental school?
From what I have gathered in my research about the HSCP and HPSP scholarships with the United States Navy, I found that in my case, it is a great idea. I would say though, that this scholarship opportunity is not for everyone and its requirements can be quite demanding. Both of the Navy scholarships require you to pass from Officer Development School (ODS), be in good physical condition, and be willing to work wherever they need you around the world once you graduate from Dental school. In addition to these requirements, you must also have been admitted to an American Dental Association (ADA) approved school and be under the age of 42 years old.
In contrast with the opinion of opponents of the scholarships, I believe that it is still an amazing opportunity. Starting with the Navy Health Scholarship Collegiate Program (HSCP), the United States Navy essentially pays you a salary ranging from $3500 to $5610 a month while you attend Dental school according to Colorado State University. Along with this, those who attain this scholarship are marked as active-duty, meaning that while they attend school, they are earning service time.
The individuals who plan on being in the field of Dentistry or in the medical field in general; need to consider all of the parts of the HSCP or HPSP that they would not be willing to commit to. One of the disadvantages of being a part of the Navy scholarship program is that you may have to work in an environment that you don’t like. According to the US Navy, there are more than 250 naval and medical facilities that a Dental officer (or another Medical officer) may be assigned to in a wide range of countries. To some, this is a chance to see the world while working as a Dentist (or other healthcare professional) but to most individuals, this means time away from family, which is a common complaint about being in the military in general.
Another disadvantage that I have found with the scholarships is that the military can be very demanding in terms of professionalism. With any military branch, all enlisted personnel or officers are required to act, dress, and speak a certain way, which showcases its high standards. Although this may pose a barrier to many individuals, it is another learning opportunity that can help others to hone their communication skills, leadership skills, ability to work with others, ability to work under pressure, and financial responsibility.
Unlike the HSCP, the Health Professional Scholarship Program (HPSP) pays for all of the student’s expenses (tuition, books, room & board, food, and other supplies) but does not mark them as active duty. There are several reasons why an applicant might choose the HPSP over the HSCP as they cover all expenses but overall, applicants have the potential to earn more and receive greater long-term benefits with the HSCP. Individuals who plan on living at home with their parents while they attend Dental school (or Medical school) should strongly consider the HSCP over the HPSP.
Looking at both scholarship opportunities, they both come with the same great benefits that come along with being in the military such as educational opportunities, leadership skills development, the ability to serve around the world, military discounts, and many others. Additionally, those who have attained the scholarship and served their minimum service requirement (3 to 4 years) have the opportunity of receiving a stay-on bonus and retirement.
As for those people who plan to opt in for taking out student loans, I believe that it is not a good idea. In the United States, the average cost for tuition and fees in public and in-state Dental schools is about $37,877 for tuition while the cost for private dental schools is about $67,087 according to the ADA. Given that dental school typically lasts about 4 years, this means that a dental student will need to pay $151,000 (for public in-state) to upwards of $268,000 (for private). Being a student that is a part of the Navy HSCP or HPSP will be a dramatic advantage in comparison to planning to pay for their tuition, books, and other expenses on their own.
In short, both of the scholarships that the United States Navy offers to future healthcare professionals are a great opportunity that offers many benefits and allows citizens to serve their country, which is very patriotic. Despite some of the strict requirements that the scholarships have in order to receive your benefits, many people should consider it.
Sources:
https://www.navy.com/careers/dentist;
https://colostate.academicworks.com/
Unit 8: English 12 B Essay
Option 1: Expository Essay – Building on the theme and concepts in the selected literature, students will write an expository essay in which they discuss further their ideas about a significant point made in the novel. Students will show through the essay they conducted responsible research to support their ideas, including identifying relevant and reliable sources and taking appropriate notes. The essay will include a strong thesis statement and several supporting details and examples, along with properly cited sources within the essay and on the Works Cited page. The essay will also include a proper introduction and conclusion in an organized paper.
What is an expository essay?
- is a genre of essay that requires the student to investigate an idea, evaluate evidence, expound on the idea, and set forth an argument concerning that idea in a clear and concise manner.
Chosen Literature: Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser
Fast food is an ever-growing market, in millions of Americans across the country have bought into. However, the question is, how has the fast-food industry as a whole affected the country? In Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser, the author goes into depth about some of the effects that fast food has had on food quality and the American public’s health. The general message throughout the book emphasizes how the industry of fast food has made food quality across the globe much worse, deteriorated employee working conditions, and hurt public health.
One of the great points that Schlosser makes is that fast food franchises have been known to target the children demographic. If you look at fast-food chains like McDonald’s, you may see advertisements that contain fun cartoon characters or at the physical restaurants where they have children’s playgrounds. These specific restaurant chains want to encourage young people to think fast food is fun and delicious, which makes children want to eat more. Organizations such as the World Health Organization and the Institute of Medicine have agreed that messages in food marketing are usually successful in encouraging youth to more consistently bother their parents to get more fast food.
In addition to the marketing targeted at children, fast food can have a drastic effect on the human body. A way that food from these types of restaurants can hurt people’s health is by raising their blood pressure. According to health.clevelandclinic.org “many fast food-items with sodium, which acts as a preservative and enhances taste…” but “The problem is, high-sodium diets are known to increase blood pressure, which puts stress on your cardiovascular system. “ Issues that arise from this include having a stroke, heart failure, or a heart attack based on how badly too much consumption does for someone’s body.
Another major part of fast food affecting public health is the utilization of fried oils, high carbohydrates, and high amounts of calories in fast food items. With the fried oils, it can dramatically affect one’s cholesterol which can also cause a heart attack or stroke. As stated by mayoclinic.org, high cholesterol can help others develop fat deposits within their blood vessels which reduce the amount of blood flow in people’s arteries and eventually can result in a clot.
Furthermore, carbohydrates are an additional problem that contributes to digestive issues in individuals. Fast food items are usually low in fiber and high in carbohydrates which can lead to issues like constipation, a decrease in healthy gut bacteria, and diverticular disease which is the development of small bulging pouches in the digestive tract. With this, these restaurants have also shown to put a large number of calories in their foods. The high amount of calories in this food affects weight gain as well. In parallel to affecting weight gain, carbohydrates affect the gut bacteria which helps to burn a high amount of calories.
Regarding fat food’s effects on employees, these companies have paid a poverty-level wage and created dangerous working conditions. In these establishments, several hazards have affected the health of employees such as slippery floors, sharp objects, hot cooking equipment, electricity, and violent crimes that can occur. Of the most common injuries in fast food establishments among employees are serious burns from working with hot cooking equipment. During times of high traffic in fast food establishments, workers may be rushed and can be burned when cleaning or cooking with the deep fryer or with hot grills.
In conclusion, several negative effects come from the fast-food industry. These effects range from affecting the lives of employees that work in this industry to the individuals that buy from fast food establishments. Several health risks associated with fast food items have made negative contributions to society, and it has not changed much since the publishing of Fast Food Nation.
Works Cited Page:
- https://www.thehartlawfirm.com/library/fast-food-workers-face-dangers-of-serious-injuries-at-work.cfm
- https://www.eatthis.com/surprising-reason-fast-food-makes-you-fat/
- https://health.clevelandclinic.org/heres-how-fast-food-can-affect-your-body/
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/symptoms-causes/syc-20350800#:~:text=With%20high%20cholesterol%2C%20you%20can,a%20heart%20attack%20or%20stroke.
Unit 3: English 12 A Writing
Task: In 1 to 2 pages, write about why literature is a significant component in history. Use references to certain pieces of literature, figures, or events to emphasize why literature is important if necessary.
Through its dictionary definition, literature is defined as being “writings having excellence of form or expression and expression ideas of permanent or universal interest.” In history, literature has played a key role in not only the theatrical space but has influenced the way we understand the viewpoints or beliefs of others. A famous playwright named William Shakespeare was known for his style of literature and what type of scenes is played in the theater. One of his most well-known plays, Macbeth was a tragic story that expressed a lot of the emotions that we as humans feel on a daily basis such as fear, anger, and guilt.
The reason why literature has played such an important role in history is that it tells a story and that story may have been influenced by current events at that time. During the Revolutionary War between the American colonies and Great Britain, many playwrights, new publishers, or poets, wrote pieces expressing how they felt about the situation or maybe something revolving around the situation like war. In reference to its definition, literature is a “..form of expression” or what we informally call “feelings”. Those from the time of the founding fathers are almost guaranteed to have a different view of the world than those who lived
during the Great Depression. Despite the fact that a large portion of the literature is fiction-based, it is still important to note that the ideas that are expressed in literature have been influenced by current events during that time period.
Furthermore, a large element to consider when thinking about the relevance of literature in history is also how that writing may be interpreted apart from how it was meant to be interpreted. If we look back at literature originating more than 100 to 200 years ago, you may notice that their language or the way they speak in writing is much different from how people speak or write today. In looking to historians or those who study language, we can come to an understanding that language changes over time.
As time goes on, words may be altered or created. The result of language
changing over time is that different pieces of literature may be interpreted
differently by the average person. Historians and linguists are able to understand what certain words or phrases meant at different points in the past and can then form a translation to help us understand it ow. Literature is vital in history as it communicates how people talked or expressed their ideas in writing. In regards to the tragedy of Macbeth, it communicates the effects of what happens when someone seeks power for their own gain and how it can be damaging to them. Now, Macbeth was a fictitious story but, in looking back at history, we can see that during the time of its creation, Macbeth was written during a war. This war was the Elizabethan War between England and Spain and lasted 9 years.
(1594-1603).
In conclusion, Literature is important to our history as it contributes to our understanding of history, and with literature, we are able to see different cultures or peoples as they were.