Dear Readers,
Many of you already know what my research topic is on, and if you haven't it's the Twin paradox. I've mentioned that it's somewhat basic, so the implication of the theory. Though I decided to structure my research with the question why. To be honest I don't know if there is a direct answer but I have a feeling there is. I've narrowed it down to; Why is this theory considered a paradox, and how? By using GIL I've researched the key words: Twin paradox. I'm hoping I can use a few articles that go into the mechanics of the theory itself and one that explains how it itself is. I really don't know if this topic can have a primary source. Maybe there is a video post of the people who came up with this theory, but I have yet to narrow down the primary source. For those who have read my post, i feel like this has been repetitive. Maybe it's just because i have know what i wanted to research from day one. Thanks for the time in reading.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Assignment 6: Information Sources
Dear Reader,
For my research topic, I think it would be best to use either scholarly articles or an informative science website. I do not really know specifically what organization would be affiliated with my topic. I'm going to assume that NASA might have some information on it since this relates to space, but even so it is more an assumption. The only type of people I know who would have information on the topic would be either theoretical physicist or quantum physicist, since it is a topic within their field expertise. There are some astrophysicist who probably had to research into this topic as well, so maybe I could find an article of theirs. They not only work with astronomy, but if I am correct also the idea of space time too. Either way,weather it be Asto, Quantum , or Theoretical physicist; I think a scholarly article will be the best type of information source for my topic.
For my research topic, I think it would be best to use either scholarly articles or an informative science website. I do not really know specifically what organization would be affiliated with my topic. I'm going to assume that NASA might have some information on it since this relates to space, but even so it is more an assumption. The only type of people I know who would have information on the topic would be either theoretical physicist or quantum physicist, since it is a topic within their field expertise. There are some astrophysicist who probably had to research into this topic as well, so maybe I could find an article of theirs. They not only work with astronomy, but if I am correct also the idea of space time too. Either way,weather it be Asto, Quantum , or Theoretical physicist; I think a scholarly article will be the best type of information source for my topic.
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Assignment 5: Researching Key words . . .
Dear Readers,
Wednesday's class helped me with choosing my research topic. Because we are going to have to do a presentation on our topic; the mechanics behind the Twin Paradox would be easier than trying to present Eugenics to the class. These two topics are challenging and something I knew little of, so I would enjoy learning from them both, but with the twin paradox, I can ask a more direct question because the topic is more concrete with less moral complications. As I did research with Galileo and Google, I used the key words; paradox's, space time relativity, and Twin Paradox... I know that those key words relate and/ or / are just part of the title of my topic, but it made me brainstorm to an important question, why? Thus, my question I would like to do my research on came to be: How is this specific theory a paradox, and how does it work?
Wednesday's class helped me with choosing my research topic. Because we are going to have to do a presentation on our topic; the mechanics behind the Twin Paradox would be easier than trying to present Eugenics to the class. These two topics are challenging and something I knew little of, so I would enjoy learning from them both, but with the twin paradox, I can ask a more direct question because the topic is more concrete with less moral complications. As I did research with Galileo and Google, I used the key words; paradox's, space time relativity, and Twin Paradox... I know that those key words relate and/ or / are just part of the title of my topic, but it made me brainstorm to an important question, why? Thus, my question I would like to do my research on came to be: How is this specific theory a paradox, and how does it work?
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Assignment 4: Researching Topic Ideas
Dear Readers,
I decided that my research essay will relate to the science field because it is the field of study that I'm going into and enjoy most. I have already decided on two ideal topic's I'm most interested on studying. One topic is with the idea of time, more specifically the Twin Paradox. The second topic I decided upon is Positive-Eugenics, also known as Human Genetic Engineering. Although I believe I'm going with the second topic, I still am contemplating on the idea of researching the Twin Paradox. I would enjoy researching this idea/theory more because although I understand the general theory, I know I would enjoy researching how it works and the mechanics behind it. The second topic, Positive Eugenics, primarily has to do with enhancing the human species by genetically altering things such as height, mulches, eyes sight, etc. . . The only issue with this topic is, some consider this as a moral issue and or even a threat, unlike my other topic about the Twin Paradox, which doesn't challenge moral beliefs so much. The issues some face with the idea of Eugenics even was turned into a movie in 1997, Gattaca.
I decided that my research essay will relate to the science field because it is the field of study that I'm going into and enjoy most. I have already decided on two ideal topic's I'm most interested on studying. One topic is with the idea of time, more specifically the Twin Paradox. The second topic I decided upon is Positive-Eugenics, also known as Human Genetic Engineering. Although I believe I'm going with the second topic, I still am contemplating on the idea of researching the Twin Paradox. I would enjoy researching this idea/theory more because although I understand the general theory, I know I would enjoy researching how it works and the mechanics behind it. The second topic, Positive Eugenics, primarily has to do with enhancing the human species by genetically altering things such as height, mulches, eyes sight, etc. . . The only issue with this topic is, some consider this as a moral issue and or even a threat, unlike my other topic about the Twin Paradox, which doesn't challenge moral beliefs so much. The issues some face with the idea of Eugenics even was turned into a movie in 1997, Gattaca.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Assignment 3: Making a large purchase
Dear Readers,
My first major purchase was probably January 2012 when I bought my first up-to-date television. I was using my birthday money to buy it and needed assistance from my older brother. I do not know much about what makes a TV, great, and a good "quality". My brother is an expert when it comes to technical media devises, I'm ignorant it that field. I decided that I wanted to upgrade to a nice flat screen but ran into technical problems like; Should i get LCD or LED and what is the difference. Another major issue I ran into was the type of brand I wanted. (so many T.V manufacturers I have never heard of!) With this problem, I quickly ran into another; A financial decision. I could either choose to get a T.V made by a well-known manufacture company but more expensive and a smaller screen, or a not well-known manufacture but with a larger screen for a cheaper price. The only issue with a company that isn't well known is, how well constructed are the TV's and will they last? These were the various things my brother brought up to me, and so at first I was overwhelmed and glad he was there to help me make a decision. My brother is a bargain shopper too, so having him with me looking for a quality T.V in my price range was nice. And since he is my brother he was looking out for my best interest and not trying to rip me off. In the end we found a great T.V on clearance due to the after holiday season for a relatively cheap price, not to mention a big screen!
My first major purchase was probably January 2012 when I bought my first up-to-date television. I was using my birthday money to buy it and needed assistance from my older brother. I do not know much about what makes a TV, great, and a good "quality". My brother is an expert when it comes to technical media devises, I'm ignorant it that field. I decided that I wanted to upgrade to a nice flat screen but ran into technical problems like; Should i get LCD or LED and what is the difference. Another major issue I ran into was the type of brand I wanted. (so many T.V manufacturers I have never heard of!) With this problem, I quickly ran into another; A financial decision. I could either choose to get a T.V made by a well-known manufacture company but more expensive and a smaller screen, or a not well-known manufacture but with a larger screen for a cheaper price. The only issue with a company that isn't well known is, how well constructed are the TV's and will they last? These were the various things my brother brought up to me, and so at first I was overwhelmed and glad he was there to help me make a decision. My brother is a bargain shopper too, so having him with me looking for a quality T.V in my price range was nice. And since he is my brother he was looking out for my best interest and not trying to rip me off. In the end we found a great T.V on clearance due to the after holiday season for a relatively cheap price, not to mention a big screen!
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
Assignment 2: Library
Dear Reader,
For me to answer the question, 'what is my favorite part of the library?', it is honestly difficult for me because I do not often go to libraries. Since do I have to post an answer, I will go with the checking-out-part. I choose this as my favorite part of the library, not only because I will be leaving soon, but it also indicated that I found the books I needed or was looking for. The process of trying to find the specific book or article is my least favorite part of libraries. It is not only frustrating to try to figure out the book you need, if it is 'in', or where it is located, but also the whole process is time consuming. Thankfully the libraries have Galileo and catalogs to make searching easier. Their web site is probably still the most confusing thing for me, especially when you are trying to figure out how to find a specific type of article.
For me to answer the question, 'what is my favorite part of the library?', it is honestly difficult for me because I do not often go to libraries. Since do I have to post an answer, I will go with the checking-out-part. I choose this as my favorite part of the library, not only because I will be leaving soon, but it also indicated that I found the books I needed or was looking for. The process of trying to find the specific book or article is my least favorite part of libraries. It is not only frustrating to try to figure out the book you need, if it is 'in', or where it is located, but also the whole process is time consuming. Thankfully the libraries have Galileo and catalogs to make searching easier. Their web site is probably still the most confusing thing for me, especially when you are trying to figure out how to find a specific type of article.
Monday, January 7, 2013
Assignment 1: Introduction
Hello,
My name is Morgan Akins and I'm 20 years old. I was adopted from China and I'm currently a freshman hoping to receive a bachelors in Chemistry (possibly Physics instead). I also am in the process of transferring to North Georgia by next fall so I may pursue a minor in Chinese. As for the question about what I found most surprising; I would have to say the laptops that we were given to use caught me off guard. I expected us to hold the responsibility of bringing our own laptop instead of the class providing them for us. The one thing that I would like to take away/learn from this class is how to effectively allocate my resources (exp: books, web, articles, etc . . . ) for school essays. I like the idea of knowing how to go about researching and finding good solid sources so I will not end up wasting time and energy.
My name is Morgan Akins and I'm 20 years old. I was adopted from China and I'm currently a freshman hoping to receive a bachelors in Chemistry (possibly Physics instead). I also am in the process of transferring to North Georgia by next fall so I may pursue a minor in Chinese. As for the question about what I found most surprising; I would have to say the laptops that we were given to use caught me off guard. I expected us to hold the responsibility of bringing our own laptop instead of the class providing them for us. The one thing that I would like to take away/learn from this class is how to effectively allocate my resources (exp: books, web, articles, etc . . . ) for school essays. I like the idea of knowing how to go about researching and finding good solid sources so I will not end up wasting time and energy.
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