textbook: The Mind at Work Ch. 8-Afterward

Much of The Mind at Work deals with addressing the way we define and measure intelligence, both educationally and socially. How does Mike Rose define intelligence? How do you? How do you think this definition (and differences in definitions) affects the type of work we do and value? Feel free to draw from the readings, life experience, and more. 

Word Count: 250 minimum (place word tally at end of post)

This week’s readings finish up our final book and include a Powerpoint on composition style. Be sure to complete the text reading before moving on to the discussion board. 

• Work: A Very Short Introduction Ch. 7-9 (pp. 86-118)

Some of you may not have heard of the CARS Model before. It is a method used to help shape academic research. This Powerpoint takes you step by step through the process of shaping your research to be both productive and engaging. Think of it this way–people running a race don’t typically get to pick their own path. By using the CARS Model, you are setting the route for your research. You note the starting point, the length, the pit stops, obstacles, and the finishing line. 

Can you think of what you typically write for an academic paper that lays out all of the relevant overview of your topic? The introduction. The CARS model will help you create one of those hefty, academic introductions rather than the slight, brief introductions we usually write just to get it out of the way. With big, complicated ideas come heftier introductions to help set the stage for your reader. 

• What are some examples of information that surprised you from our readings? What didn’t surprise you?
• How do you think this information will affect the way you participate in the workforce from here on out?
• What advice would you give a future student who is enrolled in this course?

Word Count: 200 minimum for your post (place word count at end of post)