WHAT IS VINTAGE? DESCRIPTION

What objects that we use in our daily lives today might be considered ‘vintage’ 50 – 60 years later and sought after by collectors or by people curious about a past life style?

This activity has been prepared by Füsun Savcı to whom we owe thanks

According to the dictionary, the word ‘vintage’ means the following:

·         Is used to describe something that is not new but that is valued because of its good condition, attractive design, etc.

·         Used to describe something that has the best qualities or characteristics of the things made or done by a particular person, organization, etc.

         http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vintage

According to the following link, vintage refers to:

·         The time that something of quality was produced

·         Denoting something of high quality, especially something from the past or characteristic of the best period of a person’s work

https://www.google.com/webhp?rls=ig&gws_rd=ssl#q=what+is+vintage&rls=ig

Familiarize yourself with the term:

·         “Is it vintage or antique and why should you care?” http://www.ebay.com/gds/Is-it-Vintage-or-Antique-And-Why-You-Should-Care-/10000000000909361/g.html

·         “Using the present to find collectibles for the future” http://www.ebay.com/gds/Using-the-Present-to-find-Collectables-for-the-Future-/10000000001729293/g.html

Videos to watch:

• “Vintage: the never ending style” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SS0tlK0l2c
• “Brussels’ vintage market” http://www.brusselsvintagemarket.be/

·         “Istanbul’s flea market” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RENXDu711Zc

Look and learn:

·         “Antiques of the future” http://www.antiquesofthefuture.com/

·         “How to find antiques of the future”  http://www.wikihow.com/Find-Antiques-of-the-Future

Reading material to annotate:

·         “Cool and collected” http://coolandcollected.com/collectibles-of-tomorrow/

·         “Vintage London” https://www.northcoteroadantiques.co.uk/vintage-market.html

·         “Why is vintage so popular now? http://julietslace.blogspot.com.tr/2012/03/why-is-vintage-so-popular-now.html

·         “Why buy vintage?” http://www.britaindoesvintage.co.uk/why-buy-vintage/ 

WHAT IS A LOGICAL FALLACY?

Currently, as written material of all sorts proliferates thanks to the internet, articles, editorials, essays, blog posts, videos flood our computers and vie for attention.  It would be sensible, therefore, to remind ourselves what a logical fallacy is. Once you have refreshed your memory by doing your research, you will find that there are plenty of examples to choose from in the modern world. Use the links below to do your research and write an essay in which you explain clearly what a logical fallacy is.

This task has been prepared in its entirety by Abdülvahit Gezer to whom we owe thanks

Familiarize yourself with the issue:

·         “Logical Fallacies” http://prezi.com/maanzmvstcqw/logical-fallacies/

·         “Logical Fallacies” http://prezi.com/yadj3tgyhwyy/logical-fallacies/

Listen and follow:

·         “Common logical fallacies” http://prezi.com/yz4wcilzdj_w/common-logical-fallacies/ 

Reading material to annotate:

·         “Introduction to argument: Structure of a Logical Argument” http://www.theskepticsguide.org/resources/logical-fallacies

·         “Logical Fallacies” http://www.logicalfallacies.info/

Video to watch and make notes on:

·         “Logical Fallacies with Doctor Michael Labossiere” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhhJAGjBIEw

    Refer to my second blog, The Essay Archive, for sample essays: https://theessayarchive.blogspot.com.tr/  

WHAT IS GENOCIDE?

The crime without a name, genocide, has reared its ugly head numerous times in the 20^th century and is once more threatening religious and ethnic minorities in various parts of the world. What exactly is genocide and which historical events constitute genocide? Do your research and write an essay in which you explain clearly what genocide is and is not and provide examples. It is suggested that you spread your research out over three or four days for maximum benefit.

Reading material to annotate:

Most of the sites listed include short videos

·         “What is genocide?” http://www.history.com/topics/what-is-genocide

·         “Genocide timeline” http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/article.php?ModuleId=10007095

·         “Genocide” http://www.history.co.uk/study-topics/history-of-ww2/genocide

·         “The Rwandan genocide” http://www.history.com/topics/rwandan-genocide

·         “The Darfur genocide” http://worldwithoutgenocide.org/genocides-and-conflicts/darfur-genocide

·         “Bosnian genocide” http://www.history.com/topics/bosnian-genocide

Documentaries to watch and make notes on:

·         “Ghosts of Rwanda” http://topdocumentaryfilms.com/ghosts-of-rwanda/  

·         “Genocide: worse than war” http://topdocumentaryfilms.com/genocide-worse-than-war/

·         “The devil came on horseback” http://topdocumentaryfilms.com/the-devil-came-on-horseback/ This documentary is a firsthand account of the Darfur genocide

·         “Srebrenica: a cry from the grave” http://topdocumentaryfilms.com/srebrenica-cry-from-the-grave/

      Refer to my second blog, The Essay Archive, for sample essays: https://theessayarchive.blogspot.com.tr/  

WASHINGTON D.C., PAST AND PRESENT

COMPARISON AND CONTRAST ESSAY

Check out the links below to gather information on the rapid transformation of Washington D C and write a comparison and contrast essay. You will need to think about how to organize the essay.

Note to the student: this task should not be attempted unless the comparison contrast structures have been covered.

Photos:

·         “Amazing historical photos of Washington D.C. recreated today” http://www.businessinsider.com/past-vs-present-photos-washington-dc-2011-7?op=1

Reading plus videos to make notes on:

“Washington D.C. from murder capital to boom town” http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-28605215

Refer to my second blog, The Essay Archive, for sample essays: https://theessayarchive.blogspot.com.tr/  

TELL THE STORY OF ‘THE BOSTON TEA PARTY’

The Boston tea party was a well organized and carefully executed protest which sparked the American war of independence. Do your research to discover the details and tell the story.

Reading material to annotate:

·         “Boston tea party” http://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/boston-tea-party There are some wonderful videos on this site that you should watch.

·         “What was the Boston tea party?” http://www.boston-tea-party.org/ Check all the links on this site for an all round view of the implications of the Boston tea party.

·         “The Boston tea party, 1773” http://www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/teaparty.htm

Video to watch and make notes on:

·         “The Boston tea party, intolerable acts & first continental congress” http://education-portal.com/academy/lesson/the-boston-tea-party-intolerable-acts-first-continental-congress.html#lesson

Listen and read:

“The Boston tea party” http://www.buzzle.com/articles/the-boston-tea-party.html

WITCHES AND WITCHCRAFT THROUGH THE AGES

The belief in witches and witchcraft dates back to prehistoric times and was widespread all over the world from South and Central America to Europe, Africa and Asia. How have views concerning witches and witchcraft changed over the years and why? Do your research and write a narrative in which you explain. While doing so, explain, analyze and try to analyze causes and effects.

This reading into writing activity was designed in collaboration with Gökçen Çiftlik to whom we owe thanks.

Familiarize yourself with the issue:

·         “What was witchcraft in the middle ages?” http://prezi.com/5abbregjnadt/what-was-witchcraft-in-the-medieval-times/

·         “Origins of witchcraft” http://prezi.com/vj8yiygjstpm/origins-of-witchcraft/ 

·         “Hammer of witches” http://natgeotv.com/uk/witch-hunters-bible/videos/hammer-of-witches

·         “Witch hunters Bible” http://natgeotv.com/uk/witch-hunters-bible/videos/witch-hunters-manual

Reading material to annotate:

• “Origin of witchcraft” http://www.witchcraft.com.au/origin-of-witchcraft.html
• “History of witchcraft – ancient period” http://www.witchcraftandwitches.com/history_ancient.html

·         “Witches and witchcraft in the Middle Ages” http://www.thefinertimes.com/Middle-Ages/witches-and-witchcraft-in-the-middle-ages.html

·         “Witches, women and witchcraft” http://atheism.about.com/od/christianityviolence/a/witches.htm

·         “Medieval witchcraft” http://www.medieval-life-and-times.info/medieval-life/medieval-witchcraft.htm

Documentaries to watch and make notes on:

·     “Witches-Incredible History Documentary” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BG4EH3FQjnI 

Videos to make notes on:

“Witch burning in the Middle Ages” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfSn_wW9H6U

Refer to my second blog, The Essay Archive, for sample essays: https://theessayarchive.blogspot.com.tr/  

THE GULAGS PAST AND PRESENT

The gulags, the infamous Stalinist prison camps in Siberia, still continue to exist today. What was their original purpose and is this true today? What were the conditions like back in Stalin’s time and has this changed in any way? To be able to answer this and similar questions you will need to do some research. When you are ready, write an essay in which you tell the story of the Gulags. You  can include information about the present towards the end of your development or in your conclusion.

This reading, listening and viewing into writing activity was prepared in collaboration with Füsun Savcı to whom we owe thanks.

The Gulag timeline:

·         “Gulag timeline” http://www.thegulag.org/exhibits/gulag-timeline

The map of the Gulag:

·         “Gulag map” http://www.thegulag.org/exhibits/gulag-map

Familiarize yourself with the topic: the Stalinist period

·         “Work in the Gulag” http://gulaghistory.org/nps/onlineexhibit/stalin/work.php

·         “Women in the Gulag” http://gulaghistory.org/nps/onlineexhibit/stalin/women.php

·         “Living in the Gulag” http://gulaghistory.org/nps/onlineexhibit/stalin/living.php

·         “What were their crimes?” http://gulaghistory.org/nps/onlineexhibit/stalin/crimes.php

Photo Galery:

·         “Gulag photos” http://www.thegulag.org/photos/kizny-1 Make sure to check out the other photos at the bottom of the page.

Virtual tour:

·         Take the virtual tour: http://www.thegulag.org/virtual-tour You will need to install an app for this but it is worth it. The site will direct you; it is idiot proof.

Familiarize yourself with the topic: the current situation

·         “An intimate look at life in a harsh Russian Gulag” http://www.newrepublic.com/article/114113/russian-prison-photos-yertsevo-penal-colony-arkhangelsk

Videos to watch and make notes on:

·         “Russia:  Siberian Gulag” http://www.discovery.com/tv-shows/other-shows/videos/discovery-atlas-russia-siberian-gulag.htm

·         “Videos from the Gulag Museum” http://www.thegulag.org/videos/gulag-production-and-war There are a series  of short two minute talks by a leading Gulag researcher and historian, Anne Applebaum, all of which you should watch and make notes on.

Reading material to annotate:

·         “Life in the Gulag’s” http://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2013/03/life-in-stalins-gulags/273681/  This article covers the past and the present day.

·         “Gulag an introduction” by Anne Applebaum http://www.thegulag.org/content/gulag-introduction-3  This article covers the past.

·         “Vyatlag then and now” https://www.opendemocracy.net/od-russia/ekaterina-loushnikova/vyatlag-gulag-then-and-now This article covers the past and the present.

WHAT IS TELEPATHY?

Telepathy is defined in Mirriam Webster as “A way of communicating thoughts directly from one person’s mind to another person’s mind without using words or signals”. This simple definition does not tell us much so do your research and find out more, then write an essay explaining what telepathy is, what it involves and whether it can be developed.

Familiarize yourself with the issue:

·         “Telepathy” http://prezi.com/u9f5wfiounmv/telepathy/  

·         “What is telepathy. Learn to read minds explained” Make sure to click the link at the end of the video and take the online test. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5kfGecBqsU

Reading / Listening material to make notes on:

·         “Telepathy and telekinesis” http://www.buzzle.com/articles/telepathy-and-telekinesis.html

·         “Telepathy techniques” http://www.buzzle.com/articles/telepathy-techniques.html

·         “Is twin telepathy real?” http://www.buzzle.com/articles/twin-telepathy.html

For a little bit of fun:

·         “Telepathy development” http://www.buzzle.com/articles/telepathy-development.html

·         “Telepathy exercises” http://www.buzzle.com/articles/telepathy-exercises.html

Reading material to annotate:

·         “Can we really read minds?” http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/brain-mind-and-spirit/200909/can-we-really-read-minds

·         “Secrets of telepathy” http://www.wingmakers.co.nz/Telepathy2.html

Videos to watch and make notes on:

·         “Telepathy, global consciousness and how we humans are connected” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUV89At3Fxg

The future of telepathy:

·         “The future of human telepathy final” http://www.slideshare.net/ignatia/the-future-of-humanity-telepathy-final

      Refer to my second blog, The Essay Archive, for sample essays: https://theessayarchive.blogspot.com.tr/