Evolution of beauty

During our study on identity we will discuss the concept of beauty. The world in general defines beauty by our external appearance. The makers of Dove soap have been running a series of ads that challenges us and gives visible evidence why our perception of beauty is so distorted. Watch the following commercial and give me your thoughts in at least 50 words by Sunday 2/2. Video

Lego Identity crises

This quarter we have been examining a variety of identity issues. It seems that even toys are not immune from them!
A news article headlines from the Los Angeles Times read,  "A new Lego line for girls is offensive, critics say"

Read the article and watch the commercial for Lego. Do you agree with the critics? Give  me your thoughts in at least 50 words. Link here

Due by Sunday 1/26 @ midnight

Global Baby

Global Baby

The new identities of the future??? Read the article entitled “Assembling the Global Baby”
and give me your thought in 50 words. Link @ http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703493504576007774155273928.html

Due by Sunday 1/19 at midnight

Are you typical?

While everyone is unique in her/his own way, there are still characteristics that are typical to the human race. Watch the video courtesy of March 2011 Issue National Geographic Magazine and give me your comments. Link here

Due by Sunday 01/12/14 at midnight