Should we include pictures of the buildings in our project or just descriptions?
Question about Built Environment Description
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Annotated Bibliography 4
“Atlanta Gentrification Maps and Data.” N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Sept. 2016.
This source is a map that shows the gentrified areas of Atlanta. The map shows that the trend of gentrification is a small dense area just around the GSU Campus. Around us, on campus, we can see this on Auburn Avenue as well as Old Fourth Ward. Also shown is the increase in gentrification from 1990-2000 compared to 2000-present, which shows a trend of dramatic increase. The problem of this map is that it doesn’t exactly state when each area became the subject of gentrification, or even how the gentrification was done, in terms of what was bulldozed and what was replaced. Another problem with the map is that it has things zoned into census areas, not necessarily the area names we are familiar with. This map is essential in knowing what particular areas were gentrified and which areas were not. The article is trustworthy because the data comes directly from the US Census, conducted in 1990-2000 as well as 2000-present.
Annotated Bibliography 3
Green, Josh. “Has Gentrification Run Amok in ‘City On the Ascent’?” Curbed Atlanta. N.p., 3 Feb. 2015. Web. 13 Sept. 2016.
This article discusses the negatives of gentrification as well as the positives. As more people come to the area, it becomes more likely to be gentrified, however with more people comes more money, as well as an improved police force, fire department, and economy for the area. This article provides good arguments both for and against gentrification, however the arguments hardly scrape the surface of the subject and could be more in depth. This article is important as it provides insight to both sides of the argument over gentrification. The reason this source was chosen is because, unlike other articles, it provides insight into both arguments against and for gentrification, which is necessary in order to provide a rebuttal in an argument. The main points to be taken from this article is that while gentrification is good in terms of bringing safer infrastructure and safety departments, it also brings the negative change of making people lose homes and, in turn, their way of living.
Annotated Bibliography 2
“Auburn Avenue (Sweet Auburn).” New Georgia Encyclopedia. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Sept. 2016.
The history of Auburn avenue is one of loss. Auburn Avenue used to be the African American center of business with three very big African-American run businesses (Citizens Trust Bank, Atlanta Life Insurance Company, and Standard Life), as well as many churches, but is now run down thanks to the mass leaving of African Americans to the west side of the city. Many civil rights leaders got their beginnings on Auburn Avenue, name Martin Luther King Jr. This source is a very well worded and concise history of Auburn Avenue, and helps put other sources into a broader context. One thing that could improve this article is a more in depth description of why shopkeepers left the area.
Annotated Bibliography 1
“How Gentrification Really Changes a Neighborhood.” Atlanta Magazine. N.p., 1 Mar. 2016. Web. 11 Sept. 2016.
This article tells the interesting story of one particular neighborhood, Kirkwood. In the early 1960’s, Kirkwood was a white neighborhood that had a few African Americans move in, causing a mass selling of houses as White Flight caused families to leave for “safer” areas. However, in the more recent 1990’s, more white people have flocked to this area, namely for the reason of wanting a house closer to work. All the while, the area was threatened with gentrification form the government, which the author states isn’t necessarily a bad thing, as it can bring new life to old areas. This article is relevant to the project because gentrification is a threat to both old fourth ward and sweet auburn avenue, and this article shows how gentrification is perceived by the community as well as a first person account. One major flaw that was present in this article was a lack of data, so it is difficult to see how widespread the gentrification is, a well as a bias in asking upstanding community members their opinions rather than conversing with the criminals the area is typically known for. This article provides a very useful look at gentrification, from how it is caused to the effect it has on communities.
What makes a good annotation?
Asks a question
Thorough analysis of text
Makes a connection to other literature or classes
Deeper understanding of text, reads between the lines
Analyzes arguments
Easy to understand
Provides insight into the true meaning of text
Takes other perspectives into account
An explanation
Leave your opinion out
Civic Center Walk Map
http://arcg.is/2bFyYrB
This was a very neat walk that included stops at places such as the Atlanta Civic Center as well as the Marriott Marquis.
Study Group
Today I attended a study group. It helped me greatly with the annotations project. Without it, I would likely be confused and not sure where to go, but my peers helped me understand what to do.
Syllabus Quiz
Instructions: Copy and past these questions into a new blog post on your sites.gsu.edu WordPress site. Answer the questions, and when you’re done, submit the link to your new post using the submission form.
Questions:
What are the major projects? In a bulleted list, provide links to the project descriptions for each of them.
- Reading Annotations (http://atlspaceplacerhetf16.robinwharton.net/syllabus-course-info/#ProjectsRow1)
- Annotated Bibliography (http://atlspaceplacerhetf16.robinwharton.net/syllabus-course-info/#ProjectsRow1)
- Built Environment Descriptions (http://atlspaceplacerhetf16.robinwharton.net/syllabus-course-info/#ProjectsRow2)
- Built Environment Analysis (http://atlspaceplacerhetf16.robinwharton.net/syllabus-course-info/#ProjectsRow2)
How will your final grade be calculated?
- Reading Annotations (3, 300-600 points)
- Annotated Bibliography (10 entries): 250-500 points
- Built Environment Descriptions (3, 1 each for exterior, interior, digital space): 300-600 points
- Built Environment Analysis (1): 300-600 points
- Participation (including attendance): 400-???
The final grade will be C for 1675 points, B for 2400 Points, and A for 2800 Points
What is the “submission form” and how do you use it? Embed the form below your answer (hint: Google “embed Google form” to find out how).
Embed the course calendar and weekly overview below this question.
Where on the course website can you find an overview of what’s due and the readings for each unit?
Under the Calender Tab.
What is the best way to see an overview of what’s due each week?
Under “Weekly Overview” under the calendar tab.
What is the attendance policy?
You lose 10 points for every missed class, and gain 10 for showing up to class.
What are the two ways you can lose points?
Missing class and failing to turn in projects.
What are my office hours, and how do you make an appointment to see me outside of class?
Tuesday/Thursday 9-11 AM, email rwharton3@gsu.edu
How do you earn participation credit? Provide a link to the instructions/guidelines for participation.
Points will be assigned based on in-class participation. (http://atlspaceplacerhetf16.robinwharton.net/syllabus-course-info/#ProjectsRow3)
How many points can you earn by participating in or organizing a study group session?
Up to 25
How can you be assured of earning an “A” in this course?
Complete all major projects, miss no more than 4 class meetings, and get at least 2,800 points.
What are the minimum requirements for earning a passing grade of “C”?
Complete all major projects, come to class prepared, and miss only four class meetings.
What do you do if you’re not sure how to document your participation in order to earn points?
Complete a Submission form or Email the teacher.
What are the Unit 1 readings and which one would you like to annotate for Reading Annotation 1?
“Introduction” by Carter and Cromley, “Parting Ways” by Deetz, and “The Cultural Work of a Mohegan Painted Basket” by Fitzgerald. I will annotate whatever is assigned to group 1.
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