1. What do stereotypes tell us about group being stereotyped?
Stereotypes are generalizations or assumption about groups being stereotyped that are usually opinions and images. People judge others using stereotypes just because of their similar appearances, beliefs, feelings, groups, and behaviours without knowing them. Some stereotypes could be correct about most people with the same interest, but these statements do not apply to all.
2. Provide examples of how bias and stereotypes affect your behaviour towards others?
Ex. I tend to think popular girls who enjoys shopping all day are not smart because they waste their time on materialistic objects.
Ex. I also think that most chinese and koreans are good at math because of the intense mathematical training they received from their country before they moved to out school.
Ex. I think obese people are lazy and never do sports just because of their size.
Ex. Tall people are good at basketball
Ex. Whate people are good at English
Ex. Guys like to have short hair
3. Provide examples how you have been subject to bias and stereotypes.
Ex. People assumed that I am very good at math because I am an Asian.
Ex. People assumed that I am not good at sports.
Ex. People assumed that I am musical because I am Asian.
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
GAB & other stuff
1.What was the topic of yesterdays presentation. Explain!
The topic of yesterdays presentation was mainly about accepting people who has differences. We learned that we should treat each other equally without judging only on appearance and actions. Yesterday, we talked about gay and lesbian people who do not feel safe at school. The speaker told us that the most suicides are done by gay high school students who are outcasts in school groups. Therefore, we should help create a safer environment for these outcasts by accepting them for who they are. These people should not be punished for being who they are. Other people might bully these people, but the speaker taught us to stand up for these people.
2. What did you think of yesterday's guest speaker and topic?
I think yesterday's guest speaker was great. Being a lesbian herself, the speaker talked about her experiences in high school. It was very interesting to hear how she tried dating many guys to prove to herself that she isn't gay. In the end, she had to accept herself for who she is. She risked getting kicked out of the house by telling her mother that she was a lesbian. Furthermore, she played a game with us by giving us statements and asked us if we agreed or diagreed with the statement. Then, we had to explain why. This game we played developed many amazing conversations in our class.
3. Did yesterday's guest speaker change the way you thought about people who are different than you?
Yesterday's guest speaker changed the way I thought about people who are different than me. The speaker's presentation taught me that saying "that's so gay" is wrong because I am using gay people to represent everything that does not go right in my life. This statement is said very often out of people's mouths without meaning to offend gay people. It is hurtful for the gay people when other people use a part of them to describe things that suck.
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Wellness Test Blog
1. Prior to this exercise have you ever though about your "wellness"
a) Which areas?
Prior to this exercise, I have thought about my "wellness" in the intellectual, emotional, and physical areas, but not the spiritual, environmental, and social areas.
2. Which are your area(s) of greatest wellness and why do you think this it so?
My areas of great wellness are environmental and self care. I think this is so because I always recycle and rarely waste food. I enjoy planting plants and helping the environment. Furthermore, when I sense danger in something I plan to do, I will stop and think carefully about the consequences before putting things to action. This way I limit the chance of getting hurt.
3. Which is your area(s) of poorest level of wellness? Why do you think this is the case?
My intellectual is my poorest level of wellness. I think this is the case because I do not put my intellecutal skills to good use in the areas of my school work. Another reason would be that I am not hardworking enough.
4. What do you think you would need to do to make your results ideal?
I think I would need to work harder and continue to be environmentally friendly. I should do more sports and sleep earlier to be more healthy. Having more rest will make me concentrate better in class, do better in sports, and learn more. This way, my physical ability will improve.
a) Which areas?
Prior to this exercise, I have thought about my "wellness" in the intellectual, emotional, and physical areas, but not the spiritual, environmental, and social areas.
2. Which are your area(s) of greatest wellness and why do you think this it so?
My areas of great wellness are environmental and self care. I think this is so because I always recycle and rarely waste food. I enjoy planting plants and helping the environment. Furthermore, when I sense danger in something I plan to do, I will stop and think carefully about the consequences before putting things to action. This way I limit the chance of getting hurt.
3. Which is your area(s) of poorest level of wellness? Why do you think this is the case?
My intellectual is my poorest level of wellness. I think this is the case because I do not put my intellecutal skills to good use in the areas of my school work. Another reason would be that I am not hardworking enough.
4. What do you think you would need to do to make your results ideal?
I think I would need to work harder and continue to be environmentally friendly. I should do more sports and sleep earlier to be more healthy. Having more rest will make me concentrate better in class, do better in sports, and learn more. This way, my physical ability will improve.
Wellness
Three kinds of eating disorder
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Binge Eating Disorder
Causing Factors
- Biological
- Psychological
- Social
Eating disorder trigger
- Family, friends
- Popular culture
- Traumatic event
- Significant life change
Adonis Complex
- Body disorder which causes somebody to think that you are defected
Negative body image causes
- Issue of control over others over themselves
- Abuse in the form of sexual, bullying or other can precipitate the Big or An-orezia
- Traumatic event can contribute to the cause
- Very often occurs in obsessive personalities
- Self esteem
- Control
- Tolerance
- Understanding
- Diversity
What happens
- Eating Disorder
- Suicide
- Drug & alcohol issues
- Dropout
- Causing factors
- Biological
- Psychological
- Social
Cause of exclusion
- Bias- a preference or the sense of having a preference toward one particular belief, social group, idea, image, race
- Stereotyping- the habit of attaching an uncritical uncomplimentary or generalized label to a person based on race, gender, colour, age, sexual orientation...or other
- Harassment- repetitive, persistent and untruthful types of speech qualify legally as harassment
- Racism- the belief in the superiority of one race over all others and thereby the right to a dominant place in society
Element
- Social
- Physical
- Mental
- Spiritual
- Intellectual
- Emotional
- Financial
Social Wellness
- Strong relationships with family and friends
- able to resolve conflict between others
- able to follow societies laws
- do not actively exclude others
Physical Wellness
- Good diet
- Physical exercise
- Proper rest
Spiritual
- Sense of purpose
- Genuine comfort with self and others
- Ability to show gratitude and generosity
- Life is more than the accumulation of material goods
Mental/Psychological
- Free of Mental illness
- Able to cope with the stress of life
- Able to handle emotions
- Having a positive attitude
- Able to reason and solve social problems
Intellectual
- Actively seek and find mental challenges
- Able to find help when faced with intellectual problems
- Look for opportunities for intellectual growth
- understand different aspects of intelligence
Emotional
- have the support of others in ones life
- able to understand your emotional reactions to situations
- able to provide emotional support to others
- Not afraid of your emotional responses
Physical: 72.00
Sexuality: 92.00
Nutrition: 80.00
Emotional: 80.00
Self Care: 96.00
Intellectual: 52.00
Safety: 92.00
Occupational: 92.00
Environment: 96.00
Spirituality: 92.00
Overall Composite Score: 844.00
Interpretation of Scores
Section
Overall Composite
80 - 100
Excellent
800 - 1000
Excellent
60 - 79
Good
600 - 790
Good
Less than 60
Room for Improvement
Less than 600
Room for Improvement
Wellness Wheel
Wellness is defined by Merriam Webster as “a state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal”.
Monday, July 16, 2007
Interview Questions
1. How would you describe yourself?
I would describe myself as a positive, patient, honest, hardworking, focused and organized type of person. I try my best at everything and do not give up easily.
2. What specific goals, have you established for your life?
I would like to get honours of distinction, maintain high academic standards, perfect punctuality, become more professional, and more confident.
3. Please describe the ideal job for you following graduation.
The ideal job upon my graduation would be becoming a full-time professional tennis coach because I work in a clean environment and I have the opportunity to train professional student athletes to become professional tennis players.
4. How do you determine or evaluate success? Give me an example of one of your successful accomplishments.
In my opinion, success is when what you are doing is appreciated and supported by others as well as being morally correct. An example of my success would be the time I helped out at an arts and craft activity on Canadian Multiculturalism Day.
5. What has been your most rewarding accomplishment?
My most rewarding accomplishment is the time I volunteered at the Scotia Bank Half marathon. This marathon started at 7 o'clock and it was raining really hard. Therefore, I had to wake up early and help out in the pouring rain. During the marathon, many people thanked me for helping out.
6. Are you more energized by working with data or by collaborating with other individuals?
I am more energized by working with data because I am organized and focused.
7. How would you describe yourself in terms of your ability to work as a member of a team?
I would describe myself as the leader in terms of my ability to work as a member of a team. I encourage others to work hard and try their best in things.
8. What motivates you to put forth your greatest effort?
Mostly the difference I make or the help I provide motivates me to put forth my greatest effort.
9. Describe what you've accomplished toward reaching a recent goal for yourself.
I became more healthy because one of my recent goals is to sleep earlier. Having more rest will make me focus better in class and do better in sports.
10. Can you describe your long-range goals and objectives?
I want to learn how to make good coffee from Starbucks and they have different types of coffee like cuppuchino, flappuchino, and ordinary coffee. I would like to gain valuable experience since Starbucks is a store that provides great coffee to people all over the world.
11. What do you see yourself doing in ten years?
I see myself still in a university studying, but out working in ten years.
12. How would you evaluate your ability to deal with conflict?
I am very patient and I have a high level of understanding. When people are unreasonable or irrational, I can cope with their impatience. I can calm the client down first and then listen and understand the complaint. Finally, I will explain things clearly to the customer.
13. Tell me about a major problem you recently handled. Were you successful in resolving it?
I recently attended a tennis tournament, but I could not find the place where the tennis tournament takes place. Luckily, I had my friend's phone number and I phoned to ask for directions. In the end, I was in time for my part in the tournament.
14. Would you say that you can easily deal with high-pressure situations?
Each person has to undergo pressure. I try to calm myself down. I will do sports to forget about work from the day time everyday after school. I will get a good night of sleep and get a fresh start the next day. This way, I can deal with high-pressure situations calmly and smartly.
15. What quality or attribute do you feel will most contribute to your career success?
I feel that being punctual, having the habit of planning, being sincere, being honest, being credible, and being honest will most contribute to your career success.
16. What personal weakness has caused you the greatest difficulty in school or on the job?
The area I have to improve that caused me the greatest difficulty in school or on the job is planning. I have to learn to do things ahead of time, so I will not be late.
17. Describe the characteristics of a successful manager.
A successful manager should always be patient, organized, focused, punctual, relaxed, have a way to settle things, and have good planning.
18. Tell me what you know about our company. (Starbucks, Keg, Aritzia, Earl's, Sport Check, Whole Foods)
Starbucks make great coffee. Starbucks coffee stores are found everywhere. Whenever I go, there must be a Starbucks store somewhere. Many people enjoy coffee from Starbucks. Starbucks provide gift cards and visa cards for customers to obtain.
19. Why did you decide to seek a position in this company?
I decided to seek a position in this company because Starbucks is a successful company. I would like to learn the unique way Starbucks make coffee since the coffee from Starbucks is admired by all. Also, Starbucks provide very good customer service and the staff members are very well trained.
20. Which is more important to you, the job itself or your salary?
My job itself and my salary are both important to me because of the training I receive from Starbucks. Also, I need to earn a living. Therefore, my salary is very important.
21. Describe the most significant or creative presentation that you have had to complete.
The most significant or creative presentation that I have had to complete was using power point. Using the animation and special effects, I made the presentation a lot more interesting.
22. Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.
I was the computer assistant for a summer camp. At the begining of the computer camp, I had to arrive at the computer room an hour early to clean the mouses, screens, and keyboards of the computers. Furthermore, I had to shut all the computers down properly each day after the computer camp was over.
23. Give an example of how you applied knowledge from previous coursework to a project in another class.
I used many computer skills I learned from a computer camp to a project in another class. Through power point, I made the presentation. I used exel to make tables or graphs for the project. Also, I used animation on power point to make the presentation more interesting to watch.
24. Describe a situation where others you were working with on a project disagreed with your ideas. What did you do?
I try to reconcile with them by resolving our conflicts. However, if I know I am one hundred percent right in some perspective, I will stand firm on my idea. Then I will try to explain to them to make them understand.
25. What are your standards of success in school? What have you done to meet these standards?
My standards of success in school includes respect for the teachers, good marks in school, participate in sports activities and provide services back to the school. I have attended all classes, concentrated in class, joined the tennis team, and joined many school clubs to give back to the school board.
I would describe myself as a positive, patient, honest, hardworking, focused and organized type of person. I try my best at everything and do not give up easily.
2. What specific goals, have you established for your life?
I would like to get honours of distinction, maintain high academic standards, perfect punctuality, become more professional, and more confident.
3. Please describe the ideal job for you following graduation.
The ideal job upon my graduation would be becoming a full-time professional tennis coach because I work in a clean environment and I have the opportunity to train professional student athletes to become professional tennis players.
4. How do you determine or evaluate success? Give me an example of one of your successful accomplishments.
In my opinion, success is when what you are doing is appreciated and supported by others as well as being morally correct. An example of my success would be the time I helped out at an arts and craft activity on Canadian Multiculturalism Day.
5. What has been your most rewarding accomplishment?
My most rewarding accomplishment is the time I volunteered at the Scotia Bank Half marathon. This marathon started at 7 o'clock and it was raining really hard. Therefore, I had to wake up early and help out in the pouring rain. During the marathon, many people thanked me for helping out.
6. Are you more energized by working with data or by collaborating with other individuals?
I am more energized by working with data because I am organized and focused.
7. How would you describe yourself in terms of your ability to work as a member of a team?
I would describe myself as the leader in terms of my ability to work as a member of a team. I encourage others to work hard and try their best in things.
8. What motivates you to put forth your greatest effort?
Mostly the difference I make or the help I provide motivates me to put forth my greatest effort.
9. Describe what you've accomplished toward reaching a recent goal for yourself.
I became more healthy because one of my recent goals is to sleep earlier. Having more rest will make me focus better in class and do better in sports.
10. Can you describe your long-range goals and objectives?
I want to learn how to make good coffee from Starbucks and they have different types of coffee like cuppuchino, flappuchino, and ordinary coffee. I would like to gain valuable experience since Starbucks is a store that provides great coffee to people all over the world.
11. What do you see yourself doing in ten years?
I see myself still in a university studying, but out working in ten years.
12. How would you evaluate your ability to deal with conflict?
I am very patient and I have a high level of understanding. When people are unreasonable or irrational, I can cope with their impatience. I can calm the client down first and then listen and understand the complaint. Finally, I will explain things clearly to the customer.
13. Tell me about a major problem you recently handled. Were you successful in resolving it?
I recently attended a tennis tournament, but I could not find the place where the tennis tournament takes place. Luckily, I had my friend's phone number and I phoned to ask for directions. In the end, I was in time for my part in the tournament.
14. Would you say that you can easily deal with high-pressure situations?
Each person has to undergo pressure. I try to calm myself down. I will do sports to forget about work from the day time everyday after school. I will get a good night of sleep and get a fresh start the next day. This way, I can deal with high-pressure situations calmly and smartly.
15. What quality or attribute do you feel will most contribute to your career success?
I feel that being punctual, having the habit of planning, being sincere, being honest, being credible, and being honest will most contribute to your career success.
16. What personal weakness has caused you the greatest difficulty in school or on the job?
The area I have to improve that caused me the greatest difficulty in school or on the job is planning. I have to learn to do things ahead of time, so I will not be late.
17. Describe the characteristics of a successful manager.
A successful manager should always be patient, organized, focused, punctual, relaxed, have a way to settle things, and have good planning.
18. Tell me what you know about our company. (Starbucks, Keg, Aritzia, Earl's, Sport Check, Whole Foods)
Starbucks make great coffee. Starbucks coffee stores are found everywhere. Whenever I go, there must be a Starbucks store somewhere. Many people enjoy coffee from Starbucks. Starbucks provide gift cards and visa cards for customers to obtain.
19. Why did you decide to seek a position in this company?
I decided to seek a position in this company because Starbucks is a successful company. I would like to learn the unique way Starbucks make coffee since the coffee from Starbucks is admired by all. Also, Starbucks provide very good customer service and the staff members are very well trained.
20. Which is more important to you, the job itself or your salary?
My job itself and my salary are both important to me because of the training I receive from Starbucks. Also, I need to earn a living. Therefore, my salary is very important.
21. Describe the most significant or creative presentation that you have had to complete.
The most significant or creative presentation that I have had to complete was using power point. Using the animation and special effects, I made the presentation a lot more interesting.
22. Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.
I was the computer assistant for a summer camp. At the begining of the computer camp, I had to arrive at the computer room an hour early to clean the mouses, screens, and keyboards of the computers. Furthermore, I had to shut all the computers down properly each day after the computer camp was over.
23. Give an example of how you applied knowledge from previous coursework to a project in another class.
I used many computer skills I learned from a computer camp to a project in another class. Through power point, I made the presentation. I used exel to make tables or graphs for the project. Also, I used animation on power point to make the presentation more interesting to watch.
24. Describe a situation where others you were working with on a project disagreed with your ideas. What did you do?
I try to reconcile with them by resolving our conflicts. However, if I know I am one hundred percent right in some perspective, I will stand firm on my idea. Then I will try to explain to them to make them understand.
25. What are your standards of success in school? What have you done to meet these standards?
My standards of success in school includes respect for the teachers, good marks in school, participate in sports activities and provide services back to the school. I have attended all classes, concentrated in class, joined the tennis team, and joined many school clubs to give back to the school board.
Friday, July 13, 2007
Erin Brockovich- Blog Questions
1. In the interview scene what are some of the blunders Brockovich makes?
During the interview Erin Brockovich had with the doctor, Erin Brockovich talked about things that are not related to the job she applied for. Erin Brockovich talked about her three kids and how useless her ex-husband was. She also talked about getting a degree in geology, which is irrelevant to being a medical nurse or doctor. She commented on the office where the interview took place. Furthermore, when there was silence between Erin and the doctor, Erin kept the conversation going by talking about subjects that are of no importance towards the job interview.
2. What are the roadblocks to gainful employment that Brockovich faced?
There were many roadblocks to gain employment that Erin Brockovich faced. One of the many roadblocks were her three children who need parental care from Erin herself. Furthermore, Erin Brockovich did not have enough money to look after her kids. Brockovich's attitude is another roadblock towards her employment because she offends many people with her persistant attitude through coarse language. However, with this type of attitude, Erin stood up for what she believes in and got what she wanted. In addition, Erin Brockvich did not have a good education for her to get an appropriate job. Many jobs require a lot of training and skills, but Erin Brockovich did not have these training and skills to acquire a job that is well paid.
3. Discuss the importance of creating a life situation for yourself, which allows you to follow a career path of your choosing.
It is important to create a life situation for myself, which allows me to follow a career path of my choosing. This is because I would likely be prepared for my job in the future if I receive the appropriate training. Furthermore, if I choose my career path carefully, I will end up with a job I will be devoted to. I will try my best in this job and put tremendous effort in work. If this job is what I desire, then I will not give up easily.
4. Why was Brockovich successful?
Brockovich was successful because she was hardworking and stood up for herself to what she believed in. She worked extremely hard to get 90 percent of her customers to agree to sign a document. Her hard work surprised the lawyers and her boss, Ed. She knew every little detail about each of her clients. She also has a persistent attitude and did not give up easily, even if she had to collect a dead frog and climb in a sewage pipe to gather samples for research. Eventhough Erin Brockovich received a threatening phone call from somebody, she still did not give up. She risked the danger of her children for her job. Brockovich gave up her time spent with her family, but had help from her neighbour to take care of her children. Erin Brockovich's image helped her succeed further, therefore she had an advantage over other people.
During the interview Erin Brockovich had with the doctor, Erin Brockovich talked about things that are not related to the job she applied for. Erin Brockovich talked about her three kids and how useless her ex-husband was. She also talked about getting a degree in geology, which is irrelevant to being a medical nurse or doctor. She commented on the office where the interview took place. Furthermore, when there was silence between Erin and the doctor, Erin kept the conversation going by talking about subjects that are of no importance towards the job interview.
2. What are the roadblocks to gainful employment that Brockovich faced?
There were many roadblocks to gain employment that Erin Brockovich faced. One of the many roadblocks were her three children who need parental care from Erin herself. Furthermore, Erin Brockovich did not have enough money to look after her kids. Brockovich's attitude is another roadblock towards her employment because she offends many people with her persistant attitude through coarse language. However, with this type of attitude, Erin stood up for what she believes in and got what she wanted. In addition, Erin Brockvich did not have a good education for her to get an appropriate job. Many jobs require a lot of training and skills, but Erin Brockovich did not have these training and skills to acquire a job that is well paid.
3. Discuss the importance of creating a life situation for yourself, which allows you to follow a career path of your choosing.
It is important to create a life situation for myself, which allows me to follow a career path of my choosing. This is because I would likely be prepared for my job in the future if I receive the appropriate training. Furthermore, if I choose my career path carefully, I will end up with a job I will be devoted to. I will try my best in this job and put tremendous effort in work. If this job is what I desire, then I will not give up easily.
4. Why was Brockovich successful?
Brockovich was successful because she was hardworking and stood up for herself to what she believed in. She worked extremely hard to get 90 percent of her customers to agree to sign a document. Her hard work surprised the lawyers and her boss, Ed. She knew every little detail about each of her clients. She also has a persistent attitude and did not give up easily, even if she had to collect a dead frog and climb in a sewage pipe to gather samples for research. Eventhough Erin Brockovich received a threatening phone call from somebody, she still did not give up. She risked the danger of her children for her job. Brockovich gave up her time spent with her family, but had help from her neighbour to take care of her children. Erin Brockovich's image helped her succeed further, therefore she had an advantage over other people.
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