The Movie Blog reviews a movie called The Conjuring. In doing so, it comments on our expectations of horror movies and that this is movie would have been good, had it not relied on horror conventions halfway through.
The second article, which was from Bitch Magazine, discusses the changes that have occurred in the way sex education is presented to teenagers. They also point at that this has impacted the number of teen pregnancies, which is now lower due to the changes in sex ed. The new way of presenting it is less based around abstinence only and, instead, seeks to give factual information that does not shame students and does make them feel empowered to make their own choices and it lets their opinions be heard. These changes reflect the need in our society for teenagers to be able to feel responsible and respected. They do not want to be told not to do something because it is wrong, they want to be told why it is wrong so they can choose whether or not to do it.
Considering the sex ed article, I think Arnold would be in support of these ideas. This is a way to educate the population, but instead of revolting, it is preventing unplanned pregnancies. They are two different concepts, but the ideas can be seen as parallels. I also think Bazerman and Greene can relate well to this. Greene thinks new information should be entered into the conversation, while Bazerman would see the new form of education as a way to influence other aspects which is the goal of this education. The movie review reflects the ideas reflected in Levisism; culture is being commercialized and the quality is reduced. As The Movie Blog explains, The Conjuring started off as unique and thoughtful but begin to dissipate in quality as it resorted to typical Hollywood techniques. This is reflective of the way the movie industry would prefer to use a formula rather than be creative.
I found the article about sex ed very informative. I had not heard of any of these changes taking place. I did become concerned at the part where it says not to suggest teen pregnancy is bad thing and that if a teen wants to become pregnant, that they should feel supported. This is quite radical thinking that is very difficult to agree with. In these classes, are they taught how to support a child if they choose to have one? Are they sure their boyfriend will be supportive? I just find it hard to believe that a teenager would ever be ready to choose to become pregnant and I don't think this should be taught. However, the rest of the ideas were grounded in a good logic and I do support better education.
The second article, which was from Bitch Magazine, discusses the changes that have occurred in the way sex education is presented to teenagers. They also point at that this has impacted the number of teen pregnancies, which is now lower due to the changes in sex ed. The new way of presenting it is less based around abstinence only and, instead, seeks to give factual information that does not shame students and does make them feel empowered to make their own choices and it lets their opinions be heard. These changes reflect the need in our society for teenagers to be able to feel responsible and respected. They do not want to be told not to do something because it is wrong, they want to be told why it is wrong so they can choose whether or not to do it.
Considering the sex ed article, I think Arnold would be in support of these ideas. This is a way to educate the population, but instead of revolting, it is preventing unplanned pregnancies. They are two different concepts, but the ideas can be seen as parallels. I also think Bazerman and Greene can relate well to this. Greene thinks new information should be entered into the conversation, while Bazerman would see the new form of education as a way to influence other aspects which is the goal of this education. The movie review reflects the ideas reflected in Levisism; culture is being commercialized and the quality is reduced. As The Movie Blog explains, The Conjuring started off as unique and thoughtful but begin to dissipate in quality as it resorted to typical Hollywood techniques. This is reflective of the way the movie industry would prefer to use a formula rather than be creative.
I found the article about sex ed very informative. I had not heard of any of these changes taking place. I did become concerned at the part where it says not to suggest teen pregnancy is bad thing and that if a teen wants to become pregnant, that they should feel supported. This is quite radical thinking that is very difficult to agree with. In these classes, are they taught how to support a child if they choose to have one? Are they sure their boyfriend will be supportive? I just find it hard to believe that a teenager would ever be ready to choose to become pregnant and I don't think this should be taught. However, the rest of the ideas were grounded in a good logic and I do support better education.
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