Farhang Hooshmand

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  • in reply to: The Power of Words: A Thought-Provoking Discussion #131528
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    I agree with this quote that the limits of our language can limit our world. When we learn new words and languages, we can express ourselves better and understand more about different cultures. For example, when I started learning English, I could communicate with more people and appreciate their music and traditions and even read books in their original English language. It opened up a whole new way of thinking for me. Overall, knowing more languages enriches our experiences and helps us connect with the world around us.

    in reply to: Understanding Time and Aging in Shakespeare’s Sonnet 73 #131235
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    How nice and wise Shakespeare described the passage of time and aging. The speaker compares themselves to different images, like a tree in autumn, showing how life changes as we grow older. They reflect on how their body is weakening, like a fire that is almost out. Despite this, the speaker believes that love becomes stronger as they face the reality of aging, making their connection with others even more meaningful.

    in reply to: Surviving an Unexpected Storm: A Challenging Writing Task #130744
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    I sought for a shelter from a sudden storm. I secured myself behind a boulder and waited for the tempest to subside. Once the storm passed I looked to find changes in the landscape, refreshed by the experience and familiarized to nature’s beauty and power.

    Farhang Hooshmand
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    Knowing hardship she might be encountered, Sara should understand the setbacks and learn from each failure and take it as a new opportunity. She also should be flexible and focus on her work and keep a positive mindset.
    It is a long journey, and only who tries hard, sets realistic goals, and keeps going with determination and perseverance could achieve the goals.

    in reply to: Sustainable Water Management: A Real-World Challenge #130003
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    As the mayor of a small town facing a severe water shortage I try to develop a structured plan that outlines both short-term and long-term strategies, along with communication and implementation methods:

    • Launch an immediate public awareness campaign to educate residents and businesses about water conservation practices. This could include tips on reducing water usage, fixing leaks, and using water-efficient appliances.
    • Introduce temporary water rationing measures to ensure that essential needs are met. This may involve restrictions on non-essential uses such as car washing.
    • Provide guidelines on how much water each household or business can use per day.
    • Invest in upgrading existing water infrastructure to reduce leaks and improve efficiency in the distribution system.
    • Explore the feasibility of rainwater usage for residential and commercial properties.
    • Investigate alternative water sources, such as greywater recycling systems for irrigation and industrial uses.
    in reply to: English Question: Ethical Dilemma in Modern Medicine #129402
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    In a situation like this, I try to approach with a structured and reflective mindset. First, I would seek to understand the rationale behind the AI’s recommendation. Then, I would compare that recommendation with current clinical guidelines. I also would consult with my colleagues. I would discuss both the AI recommendation and my own judgment with the patient. I think the patient should have the final say in the treatment plan after being fully informed. Ultimately, I think the goal is to enhance patient care through collaboration between technology and human expertise rather than allowing one to overshadow the other.

    in reply to: Handling Disagreement in a Team Project #129258
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    Navigating a disagreement in a team project can be challenging.
    In this realy challenging situation I do my best to clearly explain my opinion.
    I try to stay calm and open minded.
    I request a meeting to discuss the differng ideas. I clearly articulate the rationale behind my idea and share the research and data I’ve gathered to support my opinion. If possible , I’ll be open to modifying my ideas based on constructive feedback. Overall I frame the discussion  around what will best serve that goal rather than personal preferences.

    in reply to: Ode to a Nightingale by John Keats for ESL Students #129083
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    1. The Nightingale’s Song: The poem begins with the speaker listening to the beautiful song of a nightingale. This bird represents pure beauty and joy, and its song transports the speaker to a place of happiness and peace.

    2. Escape from Reality: As he listens, the speaker wishes to escape from his own troubles and the harsh realities of life, such as pain, suffering, and mortality. The nightingale’s song seems to offer a temporary relief from these worries.

    3. The Nature of Beauty: The speaker reflects on the idea that the beauty of the nightingale is eternal and unchanging, unlike human life, which is filled with suffering and is ultimately fleeting. He envies the bird’s ability to live in a timeless world.

    4. Confronting Mortality: As the poem progresses, the speaker becomes aware that he cannot escape reality forever. He acknowledges that life is filled with sadness and that beauty does not last. This realization brings him back to the harshness of life.

    5. Return to Reality: In the end, after the song fades, the speaker feels a sense of loss and sadness. He understands that while the nightingale’s song was beautiful and enchanting, he must return to his own life, which is marked by pain and transience.

    Themes

    1. Beauty vs. Mortality: The poem explores how beauty can provide a temporary escape from life’s difficulties but ultimately cannot change the fact that life is short and full of suffering.
    2. Nature: The nightingale symbolizes the beauty of nature and art, which can uplift us but also remind us of our own limitations.
    3. Transience of Life: Keats reflects on how everything in life is temporary, including happiness and beauty.

    Conclusion

    Overall, “Ode to a Nightingale” captures a deep longing for beauty and an appreciation for nature while grappling with the realities of human existence. It’s a meditation on how we find joy amid sorrow and the inevitability of facing life’s challenges.

    Farhang Hooshmand
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    I personally consider AI as a very good and efficient way to manage public services e.g. transportation, healthcare, and law enforcement in large cities. All of these are, among day to day, increasing challenges in big cities that we have to deal with and need to employ well-educated knowledgeable people to find ways and manage these ever increasing problems. It is clear that using AI is an efficient way to deal with these problems. Considering the pros and cons of using AI, for example, job losses, I vote for it since if we use it wisely, we can provide other opportunities for those who lose their jobs.

    in reply to: Gone with the Wind (1939) Movie Analysis & Film Criticism #129081
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    Gone with the Wind a movie based on a novel by Margaret Mitchtell depicting the complexities of human behavior and relationships and reaction to love, loss and war all reflecting in behavior and lives of Scarlet a, Ashly, Rett and others. Watching this movie I sometimes became sad, many times want to hit and quarrel Scarlet, but overall it is life and all of us are prone to fault and grow if take lesson from our mistakes.

    in reply to: Hitler The Rise of Evil Move Review in Film Criticism #124538
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    This movie brilliantly depictes how the political and economical states of a country and humiliation of a nation (Germans) after world War I by victorious countries can affect the rise of a dictator with sadistic point of view. The rise of such an evil resulted in a catastrophic event like world war II which took a huge toll of lives and destroyed the infrastructures of many contries and brought misery, poverty and death to many nations and people.

    in reply to: Click Movie Analysis and Review in Film Criticism Course #123582
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    Nothing is better than put first thing first. Our family must be our priority.The movie shows this on a clever way.

    in reply to: About Schmidt Movie Analysis in Film Criticism Course #123415
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    It is so sad and frustrating to look back and find that we have been totally unaware of those important things that we should consider and take care of. Schmitt realized that he had been so much busy with his works that was near totally unaware of his beloved wife and daughter. He also found that how new generation may totally be in difference with their previous generation and behave differently and believe in new methods even in running a business.

    in reply to: Ex Machina Movie Analysis in Film Criticism Course #123256
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    This movie made me to think of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential consequences for humanity. How we can get the best and most beneficial effects from AI without causing any harm to humanity. It is really a matter of much debates and I hope AI will not result in catastrophic events.

    in reply to: The Tenant Movie Review & Analysis for Film Criticism #123081
    Farhang Hooshmand
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    I consider this movie as a masterpiece deserved to be watch more than once. How a paranoid person thinks, feels, and behaves. The main character is a paranoid person who was shy, quiet, reserved, and obedient. He also may be a holocost survivor, a Polish jew who considered as foreigner in Frence and who deeply suffered from psychological problems leading to his odd behavior and paronoia.

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