The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
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The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
Reading assignment:
Part 1:
For this course you are to read The Diving Bell and the Butterfly. Once read, you are to write an analysis of the book. This analysis should not be a summary of the book; rather it should be a thoughtful response to the book as it relates to human behavior. What are the implications of living a life with “locked-in syndrome”? Provided are several points to consider while reading. These points should be used as discussion topics in your essay. You do not have to cover every point listed. The essay should be no less than 2 pages in length and written in accurate MLA format. In-text citations should be used when needed.Points to consider while reading The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
• What is a diving bell? Why do you think it is an excellent metaphor for Bauby’s physical restrictions?
• What is ‘locked-in-syndrome’, describe the symptoms
• What injury did Bauby sustain which landed him in the hospital? What region(s) of the brain were impacted?
• How do you think that Bauby’s personality and outlook could have contributed to his approach/outlook on his situation?
• Although Bauby has experienced a catastrophic and irreversible physical disability there is no talk of suicide in the book, why do you think this is?
• How does the reality of ‘coming out’ of a coma differ from the Hollywood ‘awakenings’ we see? Explain
• Why do you think that many people avoid Bauby?
• Even though Bauby is physically inert, his mind is still clear and active, how do we know this is so? Provide examples
• In what way is Bauby forced to grieve for his own life?
• What does Bauby’s experience tell us about life and our approach to those with disabilities?
• How does the title aptly apply to Bauby’s experiences?Part 2:
This book has been made into a movie and we will be viewing the movie in class. You are to identify a minimum of three parts of the video which depart from the book and list these examples on the last page of your paper. Provide a short explanation why you think these differences occurred.I strongly recommend having your paper proofread. 30% of your final grade will reflect the quality of the construction of the paper including: grammar, syntax, organization and flow.
Explain how the use of substances alters a person’s state of consciousness, including depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens. Include in this explanation what happens to the neurotransmitters and body chemicals as well as how you might recognize whether a person at work or in your family is in an altered state of consciousness due to the influence of drugs.
This question has five parts. One of the cornerstones of Freudian theory is the concept of the unconscious not to be confused with the state of being knocked unconscious by a blow to the head or an altered state of consciousness. (a) What did Freud mean by the concept of the unconscious? (b) When is it beneficial for much of our behavior to be unconscious? (c) When is it not beneficial? (d) If much of our behavior is unconscious, can you recognize unconscious behavior in yourself and in others? (e) How would you know behavior was unconsciously driven? Refer Back to Chapter 13, which we studied in Week 6.
Group think is a concept that involves individuals abandoning their critical senses and agreeing to group process even when they know it will have disastrous consequences. (Challenger disaster, Enron, Iraq war, etc.). Your will encounter these pressures in your work life and need to be prepared. Have you ever done something in a group that you would not have done if you were alone? What happened? How did you feel? What have you learned from this chapter that might help you avoid this behavior in the future, and avoid group think?
How does prejudice develop and how might it be supported in families and in the work place? Do you believe that you are free from prejudice? After reading this chapter, which of the many factors that cause prejudice do you think is most important to change?The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
RUBRIC
Excellent Quality
95-100%
Introduction 45-41 points
The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned.
Literature Support
91-84 points
The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned.
Methodology
58-53 points
Content is well-organized with headings for each slide and bulleted lists to group related material as needed. Use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. to enhance readability and presentation content is excellent. Length requirements of 10 slides/pages or less is met.
Average Score
50-85%
40-38 points
More depth/detail for the background and significance is needed, or the research detail is not clear. No search history information is provided.
83-76 points
Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is little integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are included. Summary of information presented is included. Conclusion may not contain a biblical integration.
52-49 points
Content is somewhat organized, but no structure is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. is occasionally detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met.
Poor Quality
0-45%
37-1 points
The background and/or significance are missing. No search history information is provided.
75-1 points
Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is no integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are not included in the summary of information presented. Conclusion does not contain a biblical integration.
48-1 points
There is no clear or logical organizational structure. No logical sequence is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects etc. is often detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met
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