Students,
In the last few weeks, we have witnessed news updates from the state and federal levels of government addressing change in education polices. We seen current events that have addressed, book banning, teacher shortages, gender regulations, education budgets and more.
I came across article that applies to our class and warrants an opportunity to earn extra points. If you have interest, please continue reading.
Please note- this assignment is optional and NOT mandatory.
If you have interest in this assignment, please take a moment to revisit these chapters to refresh yourself on the content, then follow the assignment instructions below:
Optional Assignment Opportunity: Due 05/05/2023 by 11:59 PM
Part I (worth 50 points)
1. Read this article:
https://www.businessinsider.com/us-defense-military-budget-compared-federal-education-spending-2023-4
2. Compose an essay with at least a 200-word count detailing the following:
1. What news source is the article form?
2. In your own words, tell me what this article is about.
1. How much did the U.S. government spend on the military in 2022?
2. How much did the U. S. government spend on education in 2022?
3. What is Bidens spending plan for education and military defense for year 2024?
3. Discuss how this article applies to the following chapters:
3. Chapter 1- discuss how this article connects with chapter 1.
3. Chapter 6- discuss how this article connects with chapter 6.
3. Chapter 7- discuss how this article connects with chapter 7.
3. Chapter 14- what does chapter 14 discuss in terms of the U.S. education polices?
4.
List at least one example from each chapter and provide specific details for EACH chapter.
3. How do you think this news will impact Joe Bidenss upcoming election campaign?
4. As a student, what do you think about Americas education policy?
4. What improvements would you suggest? Why?
4. What current education policy to you think is the worst in this country or in the state of Texas? Why?
Grading Rubric:
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1. Your essay must be double spaced with full and complete sentences. Your essay must be at least 200 words with proper essay grammar and correctly spelling.
2. 20 points will be deducted for each missing or incomplete essay questions.
3. 25 points will be deducted from improper grammar, incomplete sentences and misspellings.
Where to Submit Essay:
Access Blackboard
From the Main Menu
click on the Military Spending Essay
Compose your essay
Part II (worth 10 points)Due 05/05/2023 by 11:59 PM
1. Access the Discussion Board
1. You must access the discussion board to view the discussion question.
2. Find the discussion thread that reads, Military Spending
3. Make your initial post. THEN, reply to at
least oneclassmate’s post.
4. You must compose at least 3 full and complete sentences.
This assignment is optional and is worth a total of 65 points. Please email ahead of time with any questions that you may have. All emails after 9PM on submission night will be answered the following day. Your essay submission will be graded as- is.
