Argumentative Claims by Brittany Czerchlanski https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a Strongest claims from each pod en-us 2017-11-15 12:56:19 UTC 2018-08-21 12:02:55 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207274406 Jean-Paul Sartre’s interpretation of ownership and the development of self is more relevant today than Plato and Aristotle’s interpretations. 

]]> 2017-11-15 16:10:49 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207274406 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207274642 Although Plato's argument does hold some truth and validity along with Sartre's argument, Aristotle’s viewpoint contains more valuable opportunity to learn moral lessons  when in possession of tangible object.]]> 2017-11-15 16:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207274642 Although Phelps provides adequate rationale for his opinion, Russell puts forth a stronger argument by understanding a certain amount of doubt is necessary to be confident, yet not arrogant https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207274977 2017-11-15 16:11:40 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207274977 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275032 Paine’s characterization of America greatly contradicts the true stature of American society; although built upon the promises of equal rights of man, many injustices still endure throughout America. 

]]> 2017-11-15 16:11:45 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275032 annikabak7629 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275037 Creativity is the ability to do necessary tasks in a different and unique way and if a class was created with the intention of teaching creativity, it would defeat the purpose because creativity cannot be taught or forced, it is supposed to be unique to every person and whatever they think it should be. However, if more creative opportunities were added and encouraged in current classes, that would help kids to think creatively and apply it in their own way.]]> 2017-11-15 16:11:45 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275037 Since all things in this world stem from a seemingly endless web of relativistic truths, it is impossible to clearly declare when a person contains any amount of certainty. benjaminrea6932 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275087 2017-11-15 16:11:50 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275087 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275145 Though Plato & Sartre make valid claims in regards to the relationship between ownership and sense of self, Aristotle’s assertion that ownership of tangibles goods helps to develop moral character is especially relevant in a culture that places such heavy stock in material wealth as an indicator of success.

]]> 2017-11-15 16:11:54 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275145 vishalmoo8375 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275147 Pain’s prediction of future American societies is not true as a capitalist and industrialist society has created distinct classes and severed barriers.


]]> 2017-11-15 16:11:54 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275147 Committing a charitable act should not mean one should be given an incentive because it teaches that they will always get an incentive for committing charitable acts and people should be committing charitable acts in the first place because it is the right thing to do not because they will be given an reward. https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275153 2017-11-15 16:11:54 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275153 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275215 The relationship between ownership and the sense of self is defined as the items and valuables people own synthesize the values and identity of their owners.]]> 2017-11-15 16:12:00 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275215 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275251 Adversity is truly what horace makes it out to seem in this quote. The challenge of it helps to bring forth a new thought process which in turn releases new skills that were previously unknown. By using this challenge to the full potential one is able to develop themselves fully to achieve a prosperous life. 

]]> 2017-11-15 16:12:04 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275251 Pod Dictator will take over Ms. Chen's class dhrtvanshe6033 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275384 Adversity is not restricted to the obstacles that come in the way, but how how the person emerges. Adversity is the catalyst for passion, success and hard work, helping one become a better person. People ought to embrace adversity and overcome them for a better future.

]]> 2017-11-15 16:12:16 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275384 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275408 The implementation of a creative thinking class within school would simply be a waste in funding; instead, schools should look towards implementing creative thinking within the mandatory classes so that students can learn how to apply creative thinking to any subject, no matter what it is.

]]> 2017-11-15 16:12:18 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275408 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275558 Bribing children to produce money for charity in exchange for improved grades is extremely harmful not only to a child’s morality but also a child’s intellectual endeavors; instead, schools should educate the children on why charity is important, as well as avoiding giving out extra credit for a subject unrelated to the relevant class.

]]> 2017-11-15 16:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275558 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275760 Paine's characterization of mankind remains true to an extent due to the fact that people of all cultures have found ways to come together; however, there are still conflicts that arise when the values or opinions of people are not in agreement.]]> 2017-11-15 16:12:48 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275760 vishalmoo8375 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275805 A person’s character often stems from the experiences that have shaped their life. Adversity contributes to the development of a person by pushing their limits to enhance success.


]]> 2017-11-15 16:12:53 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275805 Considering that all things of the tactile sense pail in comparison to their ideological counterparts, to seek the physical over the metaphysical is completely detrimental to a person's well being. benjaminrea6932 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275834 2017-11-15 16:12:56 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275834 Sample A Satre https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275842 Much of the meaning of ownership is that of maintaining an object (tangible or intangible) and creating it your own. Sartre's view on the view of ownership exemplifies a solid foundation that ownership can be intangible and influence character.]]> 2017-11-15 16:12:57 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275842 kyledub6294 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275847 Claim: In the world today people see it that with certainty you are able to accomplish anything you wish, which is true, but doubt also play a role in certainty to make one successful.]]> 2017-11-15 16:12:57 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207275847 Certainty and doubt have a negative relationship because doubt allows those ideas of certainty to be questioned and bring to light newer ideas that at first might have been unseen. sarahphi2444 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276201 2017-11-15 16:13:11 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276201 sarahram0817 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276238 Offering incentives for charitable acts is unethical and gives children the wrong message about committing acts of kindness.

]]> 2017-11-15 16:13:12 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276238 Adversity provides an obstacle in which people can attempt to overcome and succeed with a newfound skill or knowledge. Yet, if failed, it can prove to be catastrophic and dangerous. https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276479 2017-11-15 16:13:34 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276479 Adversity can elicit unknown talents to an extent, as it depends on the character of the individual and the amount of pressure underwent. https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276624 2017-11-15 16:13:49 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276624 sarahram0817 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276811 Thomas Paine’s claim does not hold true today because our country is divided over many topics and issues. Many of the people in this country do not have equal rights and are therefore not united. 

]]> 2017-11-15 16:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276811 ankithadam3758 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276968 Adversity is necessary to reach the full potential of life because it makes one aware of hardship and gives them strength and perseverance ]]> 2017-11-15 16:14:22 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207276968 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277062 What people own is what they have. What they have is what they are. Ownership defines someone as to who they are and what they like. If you are willing to own something, it builds your character and gives you a stronger sense of self.]]> 2017-11-15 16:14:31 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277062 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277091 Without adversity, individuals cannot create character by overcoming these hurdles. The presence of adversity allows individuals to adjust themselves to the situation, thus developing a human’s character.

]]> 2017-11-15 16:14:33 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277091 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277144 The idea of creating a “class in creativity” in and of itself is an oxymoron, as creativity is not something that can be taught or instructed; creativity is something that children grow into, and although it is necessary that children understand how to be creative, attempting to teach them in a class would only stifle their own creative instincts.  ]]> 2017-11-15 16:14:38 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277144 Creativity is having the ability to think freely with no interruptions. Therefore, the creation of a classroom in creativity would benefit all students and make them aware of other ideas they might not have considered in the past. sarahphi2444 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277175 2017-11-15 16:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277175 Paine’s characterization holds true today because America is a beacon of hope for many other people outside our country, we have the freedom to believe and think whatever we want and this is why we were founded as a nation. https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277208 2017-11-15 16:14:44 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277208 kyledub6294 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277280 Most people like to give to charity in order to help others, and not have an incentive given to them. Offering incentives for charitable acts can be seen as unethical due to the fact that some people see it as them only giving just to gain for themselves. Incentives should not be offered for charitable acts]]> 2017-11-15 16:14:50 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277280 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277408 The relationship between certainty and doubt is established as without one another there is no relative understanding of ideas; Because without certainty there is no impossible and without doubt there is no belief.

]]> 2017-11-15 16:14:59 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277408 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277533 When somebody doubts themselves, they succumb to the ideals of everyone around them. They become certain in other people’s opinions, doubting their own. When someone doubts themself, they find it hard to ever feel certain again, and just go with what everyone else says. ]]> 2017-11-15 16:15:12 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277533 Creativity is allowing one to freely express their own ideas. Schools should allow for students to be free and creative as it will allow them to more successful in the future as they will be able to find creative solutions to the problems. https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277678 2017-11-15 16:15:27 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277678 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277781 America is full of diversity, and that’s what separates it from other countries. Paine’s claim still holds very true today, because America is still a heavily diverse country. There are many different ethnicities, cultures, and languages all across the nation.]]> 2017-11-15 16:15:36 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277781 Pod Dictator strikes again like Star Wars dhrtvanshe6033 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277874 Materialism does display wealth and at times dictates stature, but it can lead to a sad, lonely life. Instead focus on knowledge and values, to create a personality that is above corruption.

]]> 2017-11-15 16:15:45 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277874 On the ethics of offering incentives for charitable acts is wrong because you should want to give back to less fortunate because you have a good heart not cause you'll get a reward. kiarajoh6834 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277950 2017-11-15 16:15:52 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207277950 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207278218 The claim that creativity is dying can be argued. Although there is still creativity present in today’s society, it doesn’t hurt to have more. There are so many actors, directors, authors, artists, musicians, and even cooks, who use their own creativity every day. The world needs a little more creativity. Creativity classes would help people learn how to use their creativity in their everyday lives. And that’s why they should be put in public schools across the nation.]]> 2017-11-15 16:16:17 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207278218 Offering incentives for charitable acts is an ethical practice because it pushes people towards helping other and causing change. sarahphi2444 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207278840 2017-11-15 16:17:18 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207278840 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207279053 Certainty and doubt are opposites and exist in different areas of thought but without one or the other than neither would exist, creating a sense of equality between the two that gives balance to ethics and difficult decisions.]]> 2017-11-15 16:17:40 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207279053 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207279233 Offering incentives for charity work is ethical due to the fact that it simply encourages people to participate but doesn't take away from the fact that they are still doing a good deed.]]> 2017-11-15 16:17:54 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207279233 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207279243 Horace’s assertion about the role that adversity plays a dramatic role on a person’s character is strict. Adversity is defined as struggles, and in fact, humans are who they are based on what they have had to struggle within their lives. It is important to understand the the positive and possibly negative impact that could be the cause of the adversity that a person experiences in their lifetimes.


]]> 2017-11-15 16:17:55 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207279243 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207280907 Charity at it’s core is based on the principle of helping others without wanting or expecting to be given something in return, and while offering incentives for charitable acts will increase the amount of charity work done, it pollutes the integrity of the action, and defeats the purpose. Offering incentives changes the motivation behind one’s actions, making the word ‘charity’ a misnomer for people who are seeking something for themselves. ]]> 2017-11-15 16:20:26 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207280907 karianajoh6835 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207281951 With certainty we can accomplish almost anything having our mind set on accomplishing something, even things that are impossible; however doubt can come into play too changing our mindset and the way we want to accomplish something.  With doubt you can never be certain]]> 2017-11-15 16:22:07 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207281951 Pod Dictator dhrtvanshe6033 https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207284822 2017-11-15 16:26:29 UTC https://padlet.com/b_czerchlanski/1itfdn49185a/wish/207284822