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Below you will find my students' video essays from Composition II at Dakota State University. I invite you to watch the videos that sound interesting and to comment on the ones you especially enjoy. You can use the search tool, you can see which are most popular by checking "Popular Posts," and you can click on the tags below each posting to see what similar posts there are to ones you like. Enjoy!
Showing posts with label culture. Show all posts
Showing posts with label culture. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Hangul: The Alphabet of the People by Rebecca Lange


Explore the history of one of the world's most unique writing systems.

Friday, December 15, 2017

Will watching this movie make you a vegetarian?-Liz Klett

Okja, a genetically engineered super pig, was raised by a local farmer in Korea. The point of making Okja was to make the best tasting meat on earth. But could this Netflix original Okja, make you consider Vegetarianism? This video talked about not only the movie but what I had experienced during and after the watching the movie. Maybe this movie and/or presentation will convince you to consider being a vegetarian.

Thursday, December 8, 2016

Life of a car enthusiast, by Dylan Tyson

A lot of people are unaware that there is a thing in the world called car culture. This is one of the largest and most diverse groups on the planet with no requirements other than the passion to work on your own car.

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Star Wars: A Galaxy, Not So Far Away by: Matthew Thompson

In today's culture Star Wars is still very popular, but why is it? And what is the culture surrounding the series?



Thursday, December 4, 2014

Cyber War, by Rob Soderborg

As technology continues to rule our lives, at what cost? How does it impact us, what does this mean to the future of war?

Monday, December 9, 2013

Cartoons are not always Cartoons!, by Kirsten Smith

Cartoons are for kids, right? Animated movies are for kids, right? 'Animation' means 'cartoon,' right? Discover how the American mainstream is oddly prejudiced toward animation, and we do not realize it.

The Demon's Name Is Surveillance, by Jackson Ryan

 What happened to our right to privacy as American citizens? The government is monitoring practically anyone and everyone they can, and that includes U.S. citizens.

Censorhip In Communist China, by Jared Lampe

 A look into the censorship of the people of China by their government.

The Hidden Ones, by Caleb Kainz

Who are these people most people don't know? What has happened to the ones who you don't see?

Do You Need a Kick to the Head, by Nolan Hansen


A Better Way to Teach, by Kaylee Grayson

Why should teachers consider the differientiated instruction method?

Adoption, the Better Option, by Heather Grayson


Getting your forever pal should be easy and fun, but buying dogs can be a stressful process and also very heartbreaking in the end. Here's why adoption is the better option.

The Endangerment of Sea Turtles, by Steven Gram


Will this prehistoric dinosaur continue to thrive, or vanish without a trace?

Computer Security, by Brandon Getting


In a world full of technology, are you secure?

How to Survive Black Friday Shopping, by Amanda Erickson



Black Friday is a crazy day the way it is, but without a plan it will definitely be a stressful day. Follow these simple steps and you will not believe how stress free Black Friday shopping can be! 

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

The Car of the Future, By Jason Dahl


A look at the Tesla Model S and why it is important.

Growing Old Is Mandatory, Growing Up Is Optional (Carl Grimes), By Devon Bruna

Carl Grimes is a young boy on AMC's hit television series "The Walking Dead". This video gives a short documentary on Carl's coming-of-age story and how he grows into a leader within his group of survivors during a zombie apocalypse.

Ubisoft and DRM the Controversy Continues, By Bryan Koch

This video is about Digital Rights Management and how Ubisoft has handled DRM in the past and now.

Sharing the Spirit, By Bryan Bush

A look at a classic Christmas tale and how it utilizes communication beyond words.

Showing Your True Colors, By Audrey Hupf

It is common today for young girls and even teens to be self-concious about their bodies. A majority of these girls wish they looked different, but Dove, with their commercial "True Colors", is trying to change the way girls look at themselves.