On The Same Page

I think it would be interesting to read "The Power of Habit: Why We do What We do in Life and Business" by Charles Duhigg.

Advertising at School

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 One of the main areas we focused on in class was the computer commons.  The computer commons had a lot of advertising geared towards students who may be in need of a snack break ( coffee machine) or students who were interested in continuing their education by transferring from Yavapai to a University.  Some advertisements even touted the ease of the YC2NAU transfer program.

Alien Tour Guide

I wanted to show the alien the computer commons (because the alien will no doubt be amazed at the level of intelligence)

Me: These are the computer commons where we can use computers to do homework, or just waste time
Alien: Why?
Me: Well, our homework is very important because it helps us get better grades
Alien: Why?
Me: Well, homework helps us gain a better understanding of the things we need to learn
Alien: Why?
Me: Because practice makes perfect.  One other thing about being here is that you must never sit next to someone unless there are no other possible seats.
Alien: Why?
Me:Because sometimes people like to be left alone
Alien: Why?
Me: Because then they don't have to make conversation when they don't want to