Do you hear the people studying for hard tests?

It's EXAM WEEK! Blaaaaaaah

I'm currently listening to Les Miz, which I haven't listened to in AGES. My current favorite song is "Stars" but I also have always been a fan of "One Day More" and "Master of the House."

Anyway, want to help me study by reading some info I'm typing out? SURE YOU DO!

Ok, I'm currently studying for Children and Media, and one of the things we've talked about is the way that media violence relates to young kids. There was a video that was amusing (though I thought it might've been the tiniest bit staged...but that's just me) where they did an experiment called Barney vs. Power Rangers.

Basically, the film crew set up in a preschool room and showed the kids and episode of Barney. They then engaged in calm play. The next day, the kids watched Power Rangers, and they immediately broke out into chaos. Kids were throwing punches and fighting over which power ranger they could be. Even the really peaceful kids enjoyed playing by kicking and play fighting. It was quite a site to see!

Also, my text gives these four ways that the internet can be used as an effective learning tool.
1. Use Active Engagement
2. Learn Through Group Participation
3. Learn Through Frequent Interaction and Feedback.
4. Learn Through Connections to Real-Life Contexts.

...or you could just be like me, and learn by blogging about your study guide. ;)

Goodnight, everyone! Sweet dreams!

-EPhelps

First Blog

Hey there, world.

I've been considering blogging for a while. I'm not 100% sure what it'll be about, but mostly I'll probably talk about movies, tv, gender roles, and life in general. Feedback is appreciated!
First of all, I'm going to start with talking about a new obsession of mine. I have been passionate about the subject for approximately two days? The obsession?

Aprons.

I read an article on jezebel.com that was about whether or not women can enjoy wearing aprons in the kitchen (a traditional sign of domesticity and submission) while also being a passionate feminist (my ruling was yes! Part of the empowerment of feminism is the ability to make CHOICES whether those choices are to fight for reproductive rights or to wear an apron while you make cupcakes because it is cute and keeps you clean! It's kind of like that episode of the GIlmore Girls where Rory makes Dean dinner while dressed as Donna Reid as a joke.). Anyway, I went to the etsy page that sold the featured apron.

Ladies and gents, I. Was. Hooked. The aprons are delightfully kitschy and fun and they make me want to bake or cook (with a copy of the Second Sex on my kitchen table, let me assure you!).

Anyway, here I'd like to share my favorites.
CUPCAKES!!!!ADORABLE!!!



And the apron I first fell in love with! ;)

So, I guess my blogging begins with talk about aprons.They're fun and cute, and a good excuse to spend an hour on etsy.

All images come from http://www.etsy.com/shop/Boojiboo.

Have a great Saturday, everyone!!

-EPhelps