Consider this article on "Netiquette". It seems that adults are always discussing what is or is not important for students, and what should or should not be taught, without ever consulting students. As students, do you think Netiquette should have a prominent role in education?
In this clip Saul Williams, an actor, musician, and spoken word poet, discusses the power of language. "We call our reality into existence, so it's not about keeping it real, it's about determining what you would like to be real, reciting it, and watching it manifest."
*********EXTRA CREDIT! Towards the end of this poem, Saul recites a list of names. Choose one person off this list that you HAVEN"T heard of and do some research. Write a quick response integrating your new knowledge of this individual and Saul Williams' position on the power of language.