For this assignment, explore the websites below. As an alternative, you may
do a search for other relevant websites that address these topics. Be sure to
note which websites you used. (See http://www.mhhe.com/socscience/english/langan/cws/stu_olc/m0_using.htm Using the Internet for some tips on how to judge the quality or reliability
of information on any website.) The following links offer tips on speed reading or skimming: http://english.glendale.cc.ca.us/methods.html Speed Reading Self-Pacing Methods http://www.mindtools.com/speedrd.html Speed Reading What is speed reading? http://www.ucc.vt.edu/stdysk/suggest.html Suggestions for Improving Reading The following links relate to content discussed in the readings of this section: http://members.aol.com/nonverbal2/diction1.htm The Nonverbal Dictionary of Gestures, Signs and Body Cues http://teacher.nsrl.rochester.edu/phy_labs/AppendixE/AppendixE.html An Introduction to the Scientific Method http://www.rit.edu/~flwstv/scitruth.html Science and Human Values: The Search for Truth http://www.sas.upenn.edu/~pgrose/mach/ Machiavelli Online http://www.geocities.com/RainForest/Andes/2407/NatureofPower/ What is the nature of power? What does it mean to be a truly powerful human
being? http://landow.stg.brown.edu/victorian/science/freud/Defense_Mechanisms.html Freud's Defense Mechanisms An article addressing the famous psychologist’s theories about this topic. http://www.coldbacon.com/defenses.html Defense Mechanisms A list of different types of defense mechanisms with definitions. http://webmd.lycos.com/content/asset/adam_symptoms_lethargy Fatigue A series of links to resources on fatigue: what it is, what may cause it, and
how to deal with it. http://www.naturalways.com/m_fatigu.htm Fatigue: A Common Dilemma In Our Modern Times An approach to dealing with fatigue that features natural fixes like good nutrition
and exercise. http://www.well.com/user/mick/insomnia/ Insomnia? Just Go To Sleep And Forget About It A webpage dedicated to dealing with insomnia. Option: As an alternative, you may do a search for other relevant websites that address
these topics. If you choose this option, be sure to note which websites you
used by answering the following questions: 1. What is the URL or address for this site? 2. Who created the site? (This may be an individual, an organization, or an
institution. For some websites, it's difficult to determine who is responsible
for the content. If that is the case for the website you looked at, indicate
that here.) Describe the website. 3. What do you think is the main purpose of this site? 4. Is this site effective, in your opinion? 5. If so, what elements does it have that make it a good site? If not, what
elements would you recommend to make it better? React to the content of the website. 6. Why did you choose this site to explore? 7. Did you obtain the information you expected to find? 8. What questions do you have about any aspect of the site? 9. What is the most valuable part of this website? 10. How will this information affect your life? 11. How does this information support the readings in your textbook? 12. Add any other comments you would like to share. For example, would you
recommend this site to your classmates or friends? Did you experience frustration
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