Brainstorming

=Brainstorming=


 * Phase I**


 * Topic 1:** How do different marketing techniques affect the American consumer?

One topic of interest to me is __marketing__.

There are two reasons that ___marketing___ is significant to me. The first reason that __marketing__ is significant to me is because __marketing is what controls the media, and current internet trends have increased how companies can reach the consumer__. The second reason that ___marketing___ is significant to me is because __the American consumer has become obsessed with brand names etc. How has the new age of marketing contributed to this obsession?__

There are two reasons for which ___marketing___ is significant to community(-ies). The first reason that __marketing__ is significant to the community of __the American consumer__ is __because marketing in the media reaches every single American everyday, and influences how we spend our money__. The second reason for which __marketing__ is significant to the community of __the American consumer__ is __seen in the production of every product, specifically clothing, where consumers pay obscene amounts for logos.__


 * Topic 2:** America’s Education System (specifically high school)

A second topic of interest to me is __America____’s public education system__.

There are two reasons that __education__ is significant to me. The first reason that __education__ is significant to me is because __I am a student and I am currently experiencing the flaws and perks of the public education system__. The second reason that __education__ is significant to me is because __failure of the education system in America would result in an increased unemployment rate, contributing to the fall of America as the world’s leader__.

There are two reasons for which __education__ is significant to community(-ies). The first reason that __education__ is significant to the community of __American students__ is __that all students deserve an equal education, a right that is currently being ignored by politicians__. The second reason for which __education__ is significant to the community of __American students__ is __because the current contrast between suburban public schools and urban public schools represents corruption at its highest level__. A possible project idea for __education__ includes social action, where I would volunteer at schools to help tutor younger students, learning how district can improve on their education.


 * Topic 3:** Worldwide Religion

A third topic of interest to me is __worldwide religion__.

There are two reasons that __worldwide religion__ is significant to me. The first reason that __religion__ is significant to me is because__, as a religious person myself, I understand the benefits of religion__. The second reason that __worldwide religion__ is significant to me is because __I am somewhat ignorant when it comes to foreign cultures, specifically in the area of religion. I would like to compare/contrast religions and understand the power of religion on a global level__.

There are two reasons for which __worldwide religion__ is significant to community(-ies). The first reason that __worldwide religion__ is significant to the community of __worldwide cultures__ is __because different cultures determine many social characteristics__. The second reason for which __worldwide religion__ is significant to the community of __worldwide cultures__ is __seen with the current rise of Atheism in the world, and where these beliefs come from__.

Possible project ideas for this topic include an internship or community service at a local or multiple religious sanctuaries to learn about not only my beliefs but also about others.


 * Topic 4:** Popular music

The fourth topic of interest to me is __popular music__.

There are two reasons that __popular music__ is significant to me. The first reason that __popular music__ is significant to me is because __I am a fan of “hit music,” however, it would be interesting to cover the rise in “one hit wonders” as artists attempt to get rich quick__. The second reason that __popular music__ is significant to me is because __music is a part of daily life, and I would like to explain how it defines us__.

There are two reasons for which __popular music__ is significant to community(-ies). The first reason that __popular music__ is significant to the community of __the American youth__ is __because the youth are easily influenced by the artists they see, and with the rise of hip hop has come bad role models for the youth__. The second reason for which __popular music__ is significant to the community of __the American youth__ is __because popular music is what many teens choose to listen to – why?__

Possible project ideas for this topic include an internship or product development.


 * Phase II**

Why does society care about __marketing__? __Marketing and public relations determine everything from the products we buy to the commercials we see.__ I anticipate following the (Internship, Social Action, Community Service, Product Development) __Internship__ While conducting my research, I will be asking several questions. However, there is one overarching question which drives or compels my research and project. My overriding investigation asks: __what strategies are most effective in developing and marketing brand names to the American young adult?__ I identify two short-term goals (during the next two weeks) and two long-term goals (at the start of April 2010) my project: Short... 1. Have __internship researched and have talked to several marketing experts about said internship__ 2. __Have marketing defined for my specific project, how does marketing influence the consumer__ Long... 1. __Research marketing strategies used to target the American young adult and asses successful campaigns.__ 2. __While working with one company, compare company’s marketing strategy with other companies of similar caliber__ The point of my project is to __learn how marketing strategies are selected and how they affect the American young adult to understand why so much money is spent annually on marketing.__ Possible project ideas for __marketing__ include both the internship and product development.
 * Topic 1:** Marketing


 * Topic 2:** America’s Education System

Why does society care about __America’s Education System__? __Every American relies on the education system to educate their children. The public school system is currently failing…why?__ I anticipate following the (Internship, Social Action, Community Service, Product Development) __Community Service__ While conducting my research, I will be asking several questions. However, there is one overarching question which drives or compels my research and project. My overriding investigation asks: __How do researchers or state officials determine a successful public school?__ I identify two short-term goals (during the next two weeks) and two long-term goals (at the start of April 2010) my project: Short... 1. __Organize community service project (volunteering at school – Springfield Middle School homework club as an option) and contact superiors regarding service__ 2. __Define a successful public high school.__ Long... 1. __Research specific schools using Philadelphia magazine – talk to authors of “Best High Schools” article to determine what the differences are between a successful and an underachieving high school__ 2.__Begin service, why does service relate to topic? What will I learn? Questions answered.__ The point of my project is to __demonstrate/evidence/learn what qualities determine a successful public school system and how underachieving schools can be improved, and how do researchers decide what determines the difference between school 21 and school 19.__

Why does society care about __worldwide religion__? __Every culture across the globe has certain beliefs regarding the purpose of life, and understanding these goals can help each culture understand another.__ I anticipate following the (Internship, Social Action, Community Service, Product Development) __Internship__ While conducting my research, I will be asking several questions. However, there is one overarching question which drives or compels my research and project. My overriding investigation asks: __How does religion differ per culture and how can religion influence societal beliefs.__ I identify two short-term goals (during the next two weeks) and two long-term goals (at the start of April 2010) my project: Short... 1. __Determine what categorizes a religion, and what religions will be present in project__ 2. __Research basic religions to determine what characteristics of religion will be studied__ Long... 1. __Contact various religious groups to get their opinion on why religion is important in society__ 2. __Create interview/survey to ask students about personal beliefs.__ The point of my project is to __learn about various cultures and religion in an effort to broaden by global perspective of religion__.
 * Topic 3:** Worldwide religion

Why does society care about __Popular Music__? __Popular music determines much of what we listen to on a day-to-day music, and it also has a great impact on our view of society and of ourselves__. I anticipate following the (Internship, Social Action, Community Service, Product Development) __Internship or Product Development__ While conducting my research, I will be asking several questions. However, there is one overarching question which drives or compels my research and project. My overriding investigation asks: __how does music define us? And what is true talent?__ I identify two short-term goals (during the next two weeks) and two long-term goals (at the start of April 2010) my project: Short... 1. __Define popular music, what generation, provide examples__ 2. __Clarify what talent is, what makes a good musician? Cover various opinions__ Long... 1. __Talk to music professionals, agents, to understand the process of “getting famous”__ 2. __Research how music has changed over the last decade.__ The point of my project is to __learn what characteristics make music popular, and how these characteristics also influence those listening.__
 * Topic 4:** Popular Music