Friday, April 29, 2011

FRIDAY 4/29

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 14 & Murderball discussion questions due.
-Quiz #9.
-We discussed Murderball & Chapter 14.

HOMEWORK:
-Review the study guide for our review session on Monday.

MN371
TODAY:
-Chapter 16 discussion questions due.
-We discussed Chapter 16.

HOMEWORK:
-The group project Business Plan is due at 9:00AM on Monday. Don't be late!

SR338
TODAY:
-The first group presented today.

HOMEWORK:
-Review the study guide for our review session on Monday.

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 15 Part B discussion questions due.
-Course evaluations.
-I handed out Quiz 9.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz 9 is a take home and is due in class on Monday.
-Exam #2 is Monday.

THURSDAY 4/28

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 5 discussion questions due.
-Quiz #9.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 5.

HOMEWORK:
-Look over the study guide for Tuesday's review session.

STUDY GUIDE:
Chapter 1
-Define: corporation, jobbers, south sea company, bubble act, deregulation, corporate social responsibility, shareholder, stakeholder, new capitalism, sustainable development.
-Industrialization in America involved what 3 important developments?
-By 1900 what 3 cities had a population over 1 million?
-What 2 states sought to attract corporations by getting rid of unpopular restrictions?
-What Constitutional amendment helped corporation gain rights as a "person?"
-What are the 3 P's that CSR honors?
-What corporation believed that capitalism would not survive unless equality & cooperation existed between workers & capitalists?

Chapter 2
-Define: profit maximization, profit motive, capitalism with a conscience, brand loyalty, psychopathic.
-How does The Body Shop & Pfizer utilize capitalism with a conscience?
-What was the judgment in Dodge v. Ford?

Chapter 3
-Define: externality, cost-benefit analysis, ethics, morality, utilitarianism
-What entities are affected by externalities?
-Explain Anderson v. General Motors.
-Who is being exploited in the "science of exploitation?"

Chapter 4
-Define: consumerism, materialism (business).
-In America's economy, who holds the most power? What powers do they hold?
-What reasons for attending college were given by students pre-1990's?
-I will give you the 4 myths of CSR. Be able to explain why each is a myth?

Chapter 5
-Define: marketing, nag factor, opportunity in devastation
-What are the 3 main purposes of marketing?
-The true essence of marketing is the ability to persuade the customer into doing what 2 things?
-What 2 ways do kids nag their parents?
-What areas of devastation do companies prey on children?
-Be able to explain the 4 types of parents.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

WEDNESDAY 4/27

SR201
TODAY:
-We finished watching Murderball.


HOMEWORK:
-Answer the Murderball & Chapter 14 discussion questions.

STUDY GUIDE:

Chapter 7
-Define: fitness, obesity
-What are the 4 main ways that fitness can be affected by leisure?
-What are the 3 main ways that fitness can have an impact on leisure?
-What % of Americans do not exercise at all during their leisure?
-What is the real reason why most people do not exercise?
-What are the 3 main psychological benefits of exercise?
-What % of a family's budget goes towards meals eaten outside the home?
-According to a 2010 study by Britain's Center for Crime & Justice studies, what is the most dangerous drug?
-How does the NIAAA define binge drinking?


Chapter 8
-Define: stress, stressor, distress, eustress
-What does GAS stand for?
-What are the 3 stages of GAS & what happens during each one?

Chapter 9
-What are the 3 main social & interpersonal benefits of humor & laughter?

Chapter 10
-What 3 social trends are contributing to shutting people off from interacting with one another?
-Define: socialization
-What are the 3 skills necessary for participating within society?
-What are the 3 types of friendships? Be able to identify each one.

Chapter 11
-What are the 2 motives that underlie gambling?

Chapter 12

-Define: ethics
-Be able to identify each of the 3 ethical theories that we discussed.
-What are the 2 categories of common obstacles to leisure fulfillment?


Chapter 13

-Be able to identify the different stages of leisure in childhood.
-What are the 2 main functions that adolescent leisure activities serve?
-What 2 things can leisure opportunities help middle-aged adults answer questions about?
-What are the 2 most beneficial types of recreational activities for elders?


Chapter 14

-Define: forced leisure, therapeutic recreation

MN371
TODAY:
-Chapter 14 Part B discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We finished discussing Chapter 14.


HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 16 Discussion Questions:
1) Define leadership.
2) What characteristics should business leaders exhibit?
3) What is the difference between leadership & management?
4) How can/should leaders build trust?
5) Define culture.
6) How does Burton Snowboards build culture?


STUDY GUIDE:

Chapter 5
-Be able to identity the 3 types of businesses what we discussed?
-What is a partnership agreement?

Chapter 6
-Define: franchising
-Be able to identify the 3 types of franchising that we discussed.
-What are the 3 main benefits of buying a franchise?
-What are the 3 main drawbacks of buying a franchsie?

Chapter 8
-Define: marketing, brand loyalty, guerilla marketing, target market, demographics, psychographics, relationship marketing
-What are the 3 main purposes of marketing?
-How much more does it cost a company to acquire a new customer than keep an existing customer?
-What 3 factors influence brand loyalty?
-State the 4 steps of relationship marketing.

Chapter 10
-State the 3 forces of pricing.
-What 3 things should a well chosen price do?
-What is the difference between objective value & perceived value?
-Define: revolutionary products, evolutionary products, me-too products.

Chapter 13
-Define: capital, fixed capital, working capital, growth capital, debt capital, equity capital.
-Today, what is the largest source of external financing for companies in the start-up phases?
-What is the name of The Boston Beer Company's initiative to help small businesses?

Chapter 14

-In order, what are the steps in choosing a location?

Chapter 16
-Define: leadership, trait theory, culture
-What characteristics should business leaders exhibit?

SR338
TODAY:
-Chapter 15 Part B discussion questions due.
-Quiz #9.
-We finished discussing Chapter 15.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.

STUDY GUIDE:

Chapter 7
-Define: strength training, sarcopenia, activities of daily living.
-What may be the most important health-related component of physical fitness?
-Explain the difference between muscular strength & muscular endurance.
-How is muscular strength usually determined?
-How is muscular endurance typically determined?
-What are the 2 types of training methods used to improve strength?
-What % of your 1RM should you use a resistance of to stimulate strength development?
-How many seconds of maximal exercise nearly depletes the energy from a muscle?
-How long does it take for energy in a muscle to be replenished?
-Explain the difference between slow-twitch & fast-twitch muscle fibers.

Chapter 8
-Define: flexibility, stretching, plastic elongation, elastic elongation.
-What type of yoga is done at a higher intensity, for a longer time, and in hotter rooms?
-What 3 problems can be caused by poor flexibility?
-Changes in muscle temperature can increase/decrease flexibility by what %?
-What is the most significant contributor to lower flexibility?

Chapter 9
-What substances are released from the pituitary gland in the brain during exercise that cause people to get a "physical high?"
-What type of diabetes is primarily found in young people?
-What type of diabetes occurs mainly in overweight people?
-How long should a person wait after a meal before exercising strenuously?
-In order, what are the 3 major signs of heat illness?
-What is the most important factor in preventing heat disorders?

Chapter 12
-Define: stress, stressor, eustress, distress, self-esteem, fighting spirit,
-In order, what are the top 5 college student stressors?
-State & explain what happens during the 3 stages of the General Adaptation Syndrome.
-In order, what are common time wasters?

Chapter 13
-Define: addiction
-Explain the difference between drug misuse & drug abuse.
-What are the 2 main reasons why compulsive exercising is dangerous?

Chapter 15
-Define: physiological age, chronological age, functional capacity, life expectancy,
-Sedentary people in the US are about how many years older than their chronological age?
-What is the greatest benefit of a lifetime wellness lifestyle?

SR368

TODAY:
-Chapter 15 Part A discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 15.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 15 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) What is one of the most common errors in planning recreation centers (page 223)?
2) Few metropolitan areas in the US have sufficient what?
3) One acre of recreation & park space should be set aside by urban areas for how many members of the present & future population?
4) What plays an important role in setting standards for community aesthetics?
5) What is the basic infrastructure required by a walking trail?
6) Generally, what is the minimum cost for the construction of an 18-hole golf course?
7) What sport incorporates "pebbles" and a "stone?"
8) What sport is played on a 91 x 13 foot court?

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

TUESDAY 4/26

IC212

TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Research Paper due.
-We finished our discussion of The Corporation Chapter 4 & began a discussion of Chapter 5.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 5 Discussion Questions:
1) What is the "nag factor?"
2) Explain the 4 types of parents.

Monday, April 25, 2011

MONDAY 4/25

SR201
TODAY:
-Into The Wild essays were due.
-I handed out discussion questions for Murderball & Chapter 14.
-We began watching the documentary Murderball.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the Chapter 14 Discussion Questions.

MN371
TODAY:
-Chapter 14 Part A discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 13.
-We began discussing Chapter 14.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 14 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) Define layout.
2) What should entrances do to customers entering a store?
3) Define ergonomics.
4) What allows employees to work at maximum efficiency?
5) What are key ingredients to engage all of a company's customers' senses?

SR338
TODAY:
-Chapter 15 Part A discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 15.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 15 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) Complete Activity 15.1.
2) What does CAM stand for?
3) Define CAM.
4) State & explain the 5 categories of CAM therapies.

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 11 Part B discussion questions due.
-SBJ discussion questions due.
-We discussed the SBJ article & finished discussing Chapter 11.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 15 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) What are the 3 levels of the planning process involved with planning facilities & open spaces?2) What is the most important part of the planning process & why?
3) Developing plans for designing new facilities & improvements to existing facilities must reflect what 2 things?
4) Therapeutic recreation provides services to what type of people?
5) Explain the 2 main types of recreation centers?
6) What dictates the size of a community recreation center?
7) What is a supercenter?
8) What is a natatorium?

EXAM #2 STUDY GUIDE:
Chapter 6
-Define: ancillary space & primary usage.
-What are the 3 major inputs that determine how a building must be constructed?
-Be able to differentiate between the 3 categories of locker rooms.
-What is the ADA requirement for toilets & showers in locker rooms?
-What are the 2 key considerations with regard to traffic-flow in the locker room?
-Be able to differentiate between the 4 specialty locker rooms.
-What are the 2 key factors to be considered when understanding an organization's work processes?

Chapter 7
-What is the basic purpose of any facility sign?
-Define: comprehensibility & readability.
-What are the 3 groups that facility signage serves?

Chapter 8
-What are the 3 categories of indoor surfacing?
-Be able to differentiate between the 3 distinct areas of indoor surfaces.
-What should dictate the type of flooring surface utilized?
-What considerations have allowed synthetic floors to challenge traditional hardwood flooring?
-What is the difference between point-elastic & area-elastic?
-Define: attractive life, life-cycle cost, tribometer.
-One of the most common characteristics of a typical gym is the inability of the various surfaces to absorb what?

Chapter 9
-What can present an important & positive first image to visitors to the recreation/sports facility?
-What are the 2 basic types of irrigation systems?
-What are the 2 types of field designs for surface drainage?
-Turfgrass selection is usually based upon what?
-When should you use the 3 different color combination field covers that we discussed?
-What is the difference between traditional parking & customer-oriented parking?

Chapter 11
-Bleachers seats have changed from 18 inches wide to what?
-What is the key to a great field?
-What should be located higher than the highest part of the bleachers?
-For every male restroom, how many female restrooms should be provided?
-What are the 4 common field design problems?
-What is the key element for safeguarding the players & spectators?
-What are the 2 types of players' bench areas and which is safer?

Chapter 15
-What are the 3 levels of the planning process & which is the most important?
-Developing plans for designing new facilities & improvements to existing facilities must reflect what 2 things?
-What is a supercenter?
-What is a natatorium?
-What is one of the most common errors in planning recreation centers?
-What plays an important role in setting standards for community aesthetics?

Friday, April 22, 2011

FRIDAY 4/22

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 13. We discussed leisure gender inequalities.
-We discussed the group presentation assignment.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-Into The Wild Essays are due on Monday at 8:00AM sharp. Do not be late. I will not accept papers after this time.

MN371

TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Quiz #7.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 13. We discussed fixed, working, growth, equity, & debt capital.

HOMEWORK:
-Business Plan is due on Monday May 2 at 10:00AM.
-Answer the following Chapter 14 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Above all, an entrepreneur must place who first when considering a location?
2) Entrepreneurs generally prefer to locate in regions of the country that are experiencing what?3) What is one of the first stops entrepreneurs should make when conducting a regional evaluation?
4) Every state has what type of office working to recruit new businesses?
5) Because of its location in the center of the country, what city has become home to many companies' distribution centers?
6) For many businesses, especially technology-driven companies, what is one of the most important characteristics of a potential location?
7) What is one consistent trend that the lists of "best cities for business" have revealed about successful small companies?
8) What are "clusters?"
9) What is the final step in the location selection process?
10) The one element common to all businesses is the need to locate what?

SR338

TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We discussed the final exam group project.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 15 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Define: physiological age, functional capacity, chronological age, & life expectancy.
2) How does regular physical activity affect chronological age versus physiological age?
3) What is the greatest benefit of a lifetime wellness lifestyle?

SR368

TODAY:
-Chapter 11 Part A discussion questions due.
-SBJ article discussion questions due.
-We discussed the SBJ article & the Chapter 11 discussion questions.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 11 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) What are the 4 common design errors & what are the possible solutions?
2) What is the purpose of a double first base?
3) Explain the 4 styles of home plate.
4) What is the skinned part of an infield?
5) What is the key element of a field for safeguarding the players & spectators?
6) What are the basic purposes of the above answer?
7) What are the 2 types of players' bench areas for baseball & softball?
-Read the following April 18-24 SBJ article & answer the Discussion Questions:
A) "Heinz Field To Host....." Page 13
1) What is the name of the Steelers’ management division?
2) Heinz Field will host what group’s final US stop on their world tour?
3) What do NFL teams not have to share with other clubs?
4) What does buying concerts directly from agencies give the Steelers a much better chance securing?
5) What is considered the “cornerstone” of this year’s Heinz Field concert lineup?
6) What record does U2 now hold?
7) How much money is the U2 tour expected to generate in ticket sales?

THURSDAY 4/21

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 4. We discussed the powers that consumers have.
-We discussed the group presentation assignment.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Research Paper is due on Tuesday at 10:50AM sharp. Do not be late. I will not accept papers after this time.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

WEDNESDAY 4/20

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We finished discussing Chapter 12.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 13. We discussed the different stages of leisure in childhood, the concerns regarding the current & future status of leisure in childhood, leisure in adolescence, leisure in adulthood, & leisure later in life.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-Make sure you attend class on Friday. We will discuss the group presentations that will take place during the final exam period.

MN371
TODAY:
-Chapter 13 discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 10. We discussed the 3 C's of marketing, the 3 objectives that should be satisfied when pricing any new product, & the 3 basic strategies for establishing a new product's price.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions due.

SR338
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 13. We discussed drug misuse vs drug abuse, compulsive exercisers, caffeine, alcohol, & smoking.

HOMEWORK:
-On Friday we will discuss the group project that will be due on the final exam period.

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 9 Part B discussion questions due.
-Quiz #7.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 9. We discussed the benefits & types of field covers, rotational fields, & traditional parking paradigm vs customer-oriented parking paradigm.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 11 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Why has the widths of bleacher seats changed from 18 inches wide to 20 inches?
2) What safety suggestions do planners need to consider when developing seating for spectators for outdoor events?
3) During the 1960's to the late 1980's why were many natural turf fields converted to synthetic turf?
4) During the late 1980's and 1990's why were many synthetic turf field converted back to natural turf?
5) What are benefits of synthetic turf to players?
6) What are negatives of synthetic turf to players?
7) What is the key to a great field?
8) What are the 3 basic types of irrigation systems?
9) What should be located higher than the highest part of the bleachers?
10) For every male restroom, how many female restrooms should be provided?
-Read the following April 11-17 SBJ article & answer the Discussion Questions:
A) Indians Bolster Ballpark's Craft Beer, Including a $30 Bottle: Page 13
1) What % of America's beer sales by volume do craft beers represent?
2) Why did Delaware North Sportservice call the craft beer stand at Progressive Field "Spirits of Ohio?"
3) What did they call the beer stand that sells brands like PBR, Anheuser-Busch, & MillerCoors?
4) What beer are they selling for $30 for a 22-ounce bottle?
5) Across sports in general, what is the markup for domestic beer brands?
6) How many different types of beer are available at Progressive Field?
7) What section of the country, home to many microbreweries, is credited with staring the craft beer trend at arenas & stadiums?

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

TUESDAY 4/19

IC212
TODAY:
-Chapter 4 discussion questions due.
-We discussed Chapter 3.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions. Have Chapter 4 discussion questions with you on Thursday.
-Bring "The World Is Flat" with you to class on Thursday.

Monday, April 18, 2011

MONDAY 4/18

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 13 discussion questions due.

-We continued our discussion of Chapter 12. We discussed ethical theories, the criteria for determining ethics, & the categories of obstacles to leisure fulfillment.


HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions. Have your Chapter 13 discussion questions with you on Wednesday.


MN371

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 10. We discussed the 3 forces of pricing.

-I gave you time at the end of class to work on the group project.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 13 Discussion Questions:

1) Explain the difference & the advantages/disadvantages of equity capital & debt capital.

2) Explain how each of the following can help finance a start-up bsuiness:

A) Angels

B) Corporate Venture Capital

C) Venture Capital Companies

3) Explain how each of the following federal loan programs can help small businesses:

A) EDA

B) HUD

C) USDA

D) SBIR

E) STTR


SR338

TODAY:

-Chapter 13 discussion questions due.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 13. We defined addiction, discussed the 2 types of addicition, and the various models of addicition.


HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions.


SR368

TODAY:

-Chapter 9 Part A discussion questions due.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 9. We discussed Chapter 9 Part A discussion questions.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 9 Part B Discussion Questions:

1) What benefits do field covers offer?

2) Why should you use a white/silver color field cover combination?

3) Why should you use a black/silver color field cover combination?

4) Why should you use an orange/white color field cover combination?

5) What is a "rotational field?"

6) Explain the difference between the traditional parking paradigm & the customer-oriented parking paradigm?

7) State the 7 parking options.

Friday, April 15, 2011

FRIDAY 4/15

SR201

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We discussed the Into The Wild essays assignment.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 12.


HOMEWORK:

1) Explain the different stages of leisure in childhood.

2) What are the 2 main reasons for leisure gender inequality?

3) In your opinion, are concerns about gender inequality outdated?


MN371

TODAY:

-Chapter 10 discussion questions due.

-We finished discussing Chapter 8.


HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions due.

-Bring the Chapter 10 discussion questions to class on Monday for our discussion.


SR338

TODAY:

-Articles discussion questions due.

-We discussed the 2 articles.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 13 Discussion Questions:

1) Define "addiction."

2) What are "compulsive exercisers?"

3) What are the side effects of caffeine?

4) What is the difference between "drug misuse" & "drug abuse?"

5) What are the consequences of drinking alcohol?

6) On average, students with an "A" GPA drink how many alcoholic drinks per week?

7) On average, students with a "D" or "F" GPA drink how many alcoholic drinks per week?

8) What are the 6 main reasons why people smoke?


SR368

TODAY:

-SBJ discussion questions due.

-We discussed the 2 SBJ articles.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 9 Part A Discussion Questions:

1) Who is the most important individual in the early stages of the outdoor spaces planning process?

2) What can present an important & positive first image to visitors to the recreation/sports facility?

3) What is the "deep & infrequent" watering principle.

4) Explain the 2 basic types of irrigation systems.

5) Explain the 2 types of field designs for surface drainage.

6) Turfgrass selection is usually based upon what?

7) What is topdressing?

8) What are the benefits of topdressing?

THURSDAY 4/14

IC212

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 2.


HOMEWORK:

-Have your Chapter 3 discussion questions with you on Tuesday. We will discuss Chapter 3.

-Answer the following Chapter 4 Discussion Questions:

1) FDR's New Deal aimed to strengthen the government's control of what?

2) What American corporation provided the Nazis with tabulation machines used by them to track records in their extermination & slave-labor camps?

3) What was passed by Congress in 1952 to ensure coal mine safety?

4) How did "new social regulation" curb corporations power & freedom?

5) What fuel the political system & are a core strategy in business's campaign to influence government?

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

WEDNESDAY 4/13

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 12 discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapters 10 & 11.

-I handed out the Into The Wild Essays assignment guideline. I also posted it on CampusWeb.


HOMEWORK:

-Bring your Chapter 12 discussion questions to class with you on Friday.

-Read over and come to class with questions about the Into The Wild Essays assignment.


MN371

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We almost finished our discussion of Chapter 8. We have a little left to do and will finish this Chapter on Friday.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 10 Discussion Questions:

1) State & summarize the 3 forces of pricing.

2) Explain what customized(dynamic) pricing is.

3) Explain the 3 objectives for establishing a new product's price.

4) Explain the 3 basic strategies for establishing a new product's price.


SR338

TODAY:

-Chapter 12 Part B discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 12.


HOMEWORK:

-Read the following articles & answer the following Discussion Questions:


1) How much revenue does the supplement industry generate?

2) The makers of dietary supplements do not have to prove what to the FDA?

3) What are the most popular supplements?

4) Some consumers view supplements as a way to make up for what?

5) Scientific evidence shows that what helps to treat bone loss?



1) What % of parents believe they are providing a healthy home environment for their children? 2) What % of parents with children ages 5-10 say their kids eat junk food 1-4 days/week?

3) What % of parents say their kids eat at least 5 fruits & vegetables/day?

4) What fraction of American children are overweight?

5) What competing activities do most parents believe are roadblocks to providing healthy lifestyles for their kids?

6) What % of parents say their kids are playing outside daily?

7) What are the most frequent leisure activities for parents & children to engage in together?


SR368

TODAY:

-Chapter 8 Part B discussion questions due.

-Quiz #6. -We finished our discussion of Chapter 8.


HOMEWORK:

-Read the following April 4-10 SBJ articles & answer the Discussion Questions:

A) "Lexus Buys Naming Rights to Panthers' Rink" Page: 4.

1) What part of their arena did the Florida Panthers sell the naming rights to Lexus?

2) What is the only other deal like this in major league sports?

3) What does this twist on traditional naming rights provide Lexus?

4) Where does the NFL prohibit corporate logos of any kind?

5) When can NBA teams display commercial brands on the hardwood?

6) What are the only 2 MLB stadiums with corporate logos on the field of play?

7) How many advertising positions are NHL teams allowed to sell on the ice?

8) What does state law prohibit the Minnesota Vikings from doing regarding their stadium's name?


B) "NHLPA Re-signs Reebok, Adds More Licenses" Page 6

1) How long is the contract extension with Reebok & the NHLPA?

2) What has Reebok given up in their contract extension with the NHLPA?

3) Where is Reebok's NHL apparel carried in the United States?

4) In 1995, who did the NHLPA sign its first apparel & uniform deal with?

5) What dominates Reebok's apparel sales?

6) What type of apparel will Old Time Sports produce with the NHLPA rights?

TUESDAY 4/12

IC212

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 2. We will finish Chapter 2 on Thursday.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-Have your Chapter 3 discussion questions that have already been assigned with you on Thursday.

Monday, April 11, 2011

MONDAY 4/11

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 11 discussion questions due.

-Quiz #7.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 10. We will discuss Chapter 11 on Wednesday.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 12 Discussion Questions:

1) In you rown words, define "ethics."

2) Why is it important to consider ethical concerns when developing a personal leisure philosophy & in selecting leisure activities?

3) What criteria should be used when determining ethics for leisure selection?

4) State & explain the major internal obstacles to leisure fulfillment.

5) State & explain recreational ways to increase norepinephrine levels.


MN371 TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-Quiz #6. -We continued our discussion of Chapter 8.


HOMEWORK:

-We still have some more to cover in Chapter 8. We will finish the chapter on Wednesday & begin Chapter 10 on Friday. Because of this, I will post Chapter 10 discussion questions on Wednesday.


SR338

TODAY:

-Chapter 12 Part A discussion questions due.

-Quiz #7.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 12.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 12 Part B Discussion Questions:

1) Explain how "self-esteem" & "fighting spirit" can be used to deal with stress.

2) Explain the behavior characteristic differences between Type A, B, & C people.

3) What are the 5 steps to time management?

4) What is the "fight or flight" stress coping mechanism?


SR368

TODAY:

-The 3rd and final candidate presented today.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part B Discussion Questions for next Wednesday:

1) What is the selection criteria for certain flooring materials?

2) What comprises a surface's life-cycle cost?

3) What is a tribometer?

4) One of the most common characteristics of a typical gym is the inability of the various surfaces to absorb what?

5) What factors should be considered when selecting windows?

6) What are the 3 most common ways for controlling the light passing through windows?

Friday, April 8, 2011

FRIDAY 4/8

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 10 discussion questions due.

-Into The Wild: Chapters 17 & 18 and Epilogue.

-We finished discussing Chapter 9 & began a discussion of Chapter 10.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 11 Discussion Questions:

1) Explain the different types of gamblers.

2) What are the 2 motives that underlie gambling?

3) What are some problems associated with gambling?


MN371

TODAY:

-Chapter 8 Part B discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 6 & began a discussion of Chapter 8.


HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions.


SR338

TODAY:

-Chapter 9 Part B discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 9.


HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 12 Part A Discussion Questions:

1) How do you effectively deal with negative stress?

2) Define: stress, stressor, distress, eustress.

3) Explain the 3 stages of the General Adaptation Syndrome.

4) Define explanatory style & explain the 2 types.


SR368 TODAY:

-Candidate #2 presented.


HOMEWORK:

-Candidate #3 will present on Monday.

-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part B Discussion Questions for next Wednesday:

1) What is the selection criteria for certain flooring materials?

2) What comprises a surface's life-cycle cost?

3) What is a tribometer?

4) One of the most common characteristics of a typical gym is the inability of the various surfaces to absorb what?

5) What factors should be considered when selecting windows?

6) What are the 3 most common ways for controlling the light passing through windows?

Thursday, April 7, 2011

THURSDAY 4/7

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 2 discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of branding & Chapter 1.

HOMEWORK:
-The Corporation Chapter 3 discussion questions that were posted on Tuesday will be due next Tuesday.

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

WEDNESDAY 4/6

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 9 discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 8.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 9.

HOMEWORK:
-Into The Wild: Chapters 17 & 18 and Epilogue.
-Answer the following Chapter 10 Discussion Questions:
1) What social trends are contributing to shutting people off from interacting with one another?
2) What are the negative effects on socialization from:
A) Television?
B) Video Games?
C) Music?
D) Cell Phones?

MN371
TODAY:
-Chapter 8 Part A discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 6. We will finish Chapter 6 at the beginning of class on Friday.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) Explain what "branding" is.
2) What are the 4 major elements of a marketing strategy?

SR338
TODAY:
-Articles discussion questions due.
-Chapter 9 Part A discussion questions due.
-We discussed the 2 articles and then began a discussion of Chapter 9.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 9 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) Does exercise offset the detrimental effects of cigarette smoking?
2) How long should a person wait after a meal before exercising strenuously?
3) Why is exercising in hot & humid conditions unsafe?
4) What should a person do to replace fluids lost during prolonged aerobic exercise?

SR368
TODAY:
-SBJ & Chapter 8 Part A discussion questions due.
-We discussed the SBJ articles.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 8.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part B Discussion Questions for next Wednesday:
1) What is the selection criteria for certain flooring materials?
2) What comprises a surface's life-cycle cost?
3) What is a tribometer?
4) One of the most common characteristics of a typical gym is the inability of the various surfaces to absorb what?
5) What factors should be considered when selecting windows?
6) What are the 3 most common ways for controlling the light passing through windows?

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

TUESDAY 4/5

IC212

TODAY:

-Take home Quiz #6 due.

-The Corporation Chapter 2 discussion questions due.

-We reviewed our Chapter 1 discussion from last week & began a discussion on branding.


HOMEWORK:

-We will finish our discussion of Chapter 1 at the beginning of class on Thursday and then move into Chapter 2. Because discussion pretty much sucked today, we did not get as far as I wanted to. Therefore, we will not be able to start a discussion of Chapter 3 until next Tuesday, so the Chapter 3 Discussion Questions listed below will be due next Tuesday. Make sure you have the Chapter 2 Discussion Questions answered and with you for class this Thursday.

-Chapter 2 Discussion Questions (Thursday 4/7):

1) In your opinion, is it possible for a corporation to meet the needs of its stockholders, customers, employees, and environment? Can/Should corporations care about more than just profits?

2) Explain what happened in the Dodge v. Ford case.

3) Explain what the Kyoto Protocol is.

4) What does it mean to say corporations are psychopathic? What are the psychopathic traits of corporations?

5) Explain what "capitalism with a conscience" is. How does Pfizer exemplify the concept?

6) Choose a company that you are a customer of and that you like. Look on their website for their Corporate Social Responsibility plan. What is one component of the plan that sticks out to you?

-Chapter 3 Discussion Questions (Tuesday 4/12):

1) What is an externality?

2) Explain what happened in the Anderson v. General Motors case.

3) What is the "science of exploitation?"

4) In your own words, define ethics.

Saturday, April 2, 2011

FRIDAY 4/1

SR201
TODAY:
-Class canceled due to snow.

HOMEWORK:
-There is no class on Monday. The following is due on Wednesday:
-Into The Wild: Chapters 14, 15, 16.
-Answer the following Chapter 9 Discussion Questions:
1) State & explain the 5 main physiological benefits of humor & laughter.
2) State & explain the 4 main psychological benefits of humor & laughter.
3) State & explain the 3 main social & interpersonal benefits of humor & laughter.

MN371
TODAY:
-Class canceled due to snow.

HOMEWORK:
-There is no class on Monday. The following is due on Wednesday:
-Answer the following Chapter 8 Discussion Questions:
1) What is guerilla marketing?
2) Define "target market" & explain how small businesses can pinpoint their target markets.
3) Define "demographics."
4) Define "market research" & state the objective of market research.

SR338
TODAY:
-Class canceled due to snow.

HOMEWORK:
-There is no class on Monday. The following is due on Wednesday:
-The discussion questions from the 2 articles that were posted on 3/30.
-Answer the following Chapter 9 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Do people get a "physical high" during aerobic exercise?
2) Can people with asthma exercise?
3) What types of activities are recommended for people with arthritis?
4) What precautions should those with diabetes take with respect to exercise?
5) Is exercise safe during pregnancy?

SR368
TODAY:
-Class canceled due to snow.

HOMEWORK:
-There is no class on Monday. The following is due on Wednesday:
-The discussion questions for the 3 SBJ qrticles that were posted on 3/38.
-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) What are the 3 main categories of indoor surfacing?
2) What are the 3 distinct areas of indoor facility surfacing?
3) Generally speaking, what should dictate the type of flooring surface utilized?
4) What are the 3 considerations that have allowed synthetic floors to challenge traditional hardwood flooring?
5) Explain the difference between "point-elastic" & "area-elastic" flooring surfaces.
6) Explain "attractive life."