I plan to do a number of things in order to create an effective TED Talk. The first is to rely heavily upon the information gathered for my paradigm shift essay. People are not going to understand the magnitude of the shift if there is not significant evidence to back it up. That being said, […]
Should You Build a Mechanical Keyboard?
Over the last 10 weeks we have covered a variety of topics so that you can gain a full understanding of the work that goes into building a mechanical keyboard, as well as the benefits of doing so. In this article, we will seek to answer whether or not you should actually build one for […]
RCL #9
Below is the discursive bibliography for my article about a shift in the way discipline is conducted in American Schools – from one that uses punishment as a deterrent, to one that tries to understand the motivations of students and provide a constructive response to bad behavior, as well as encourage good behavior. I apologize […]
IBM Model F: a Blast from the Past
The IBM Model F was a keyboard manufactured in 1981-1985 by IBM and other companies in the following years. In 1985, another version called the Model M was released, and was meant to improve upon the design and cut costs. In retrospect, though, the Model F outshines the Model M, as it provides more tactile […]
RCL #8
I have a couple ideas for my Paradigm Shift Essay, but I think the strongest candidate of all of them is how discipline has been administered in schools over time. If you look back only 30 years ago, students were routinely reprimanded for minor infractions, and endured harsh discipline such as paddling. More recently, though, […]
Keyboard Spotlight: ID80 Crystal
The ID80 Crystal Keyboard manufactured by Idobao is a great option for a high-end keyboard build. Before we dive into the specs and pricing of the board, there is something important to consider. Most high-end keyboard builds are not manufactured by large companies, and a rather made by individuals or small groups of people. Because […]
Gaming Keyboards: What’s the Hype?
In the realm of mechanical keyboards, not all options are custom. There are plenty of keyboards which come fully assembled, boasting all of the features of custom boards and, in some cases, more. That being said, fully assembled options tend to be lacking in quality compared to their custom counterparts, which is evident in scathing […]
RCL #7
Prior to taking English 137H, I had been exposed to rhetorical strategy. I was able to identify the different strategies and rhetorical choices at play that made certain speeches, writings, etc. convincing. That entire time that I had spent focusing on rhetoric alone, though, I neglected to consider the different civic aspects of different artifacts. […]
RCL #6
One civic artifact that I think would complement my original artifact very well is Barry Goldwater’s 1964 campaign slogan: “In your heart, you know he’s right.” The original focus of my civic speech was that Uncle Sam’s I want you poster makes fundamental assumptions about the audience, therefore prescribing them an image irrespective of their […]
Budget Keyboard Options
The first thing that you will encounter upon researching parts for a new keyboard build is the fact that the hobby itself is very pricey. Some components can cost hundreds of dollars by themselves and the cost of all the smaller components added up can reach the hundreds as well. This is a major factor […]