In class writing 3/17

1. My readers will care about my issue because of the impact it has on daily life. Whether it is obvious or not, it is likely that everyone will encounter at least one person daily who has a disability of some sort. By informing my audience of the truth, they will be better at interacting with those with disabilities. I would like to believe that all people will want to help and encourage these vulnerable members of society, although that may not be the case. However, this issue is easy for most people to care about because they genuinely want to help.

2. My readers will need to know that people with disabilities deserve to be treated just like everyone else. They will also have to understand the positive benefits of the Special Olympics. Understanding that this opportunity is a wonderful resource for the athletes will help them understand why the organization exists and the benefits it provides.

3. My readers may already know a lot about the Special Olympics. Most people probably understand that it is an organization for those with special needs. They understand that the athletes get together to play sports on a weekly basis. However, the truth of what they know may end there. My audience may begin to fill in the blanks with biases, such as the sports are watered down for the athletes or that these people are less capable because of their disability. Some may believe the athletes are stupid or weird, when this is not the case. Because of personal experience, it is difficult to tell what a general population may already know about my subculture.  

4. I want my readers to learn to stop judging the Special Olympics negatively. I want the people who read my mini-ethnography to understand all the positive outcomes for the athletes and volunteers at the organization. I would also like my readers to better understand how to treat and interact with people with disabilities. Learning how to include diverse people is a big part in creating peace among our society, and even this small stride may make a big difference.

5. My readers may be persuaded, however, it depends how on much they allow their heart to seek and understand the information provided. I feel that those who are emotionally invested in their search for information will be more easily swayed than others. If my readers analyze my information with indifference, it may color the way they view the information, and therefore, determines whether or not they understand the point I am trying to make.

6. It is my intention that my readers will use my writing for the good of their own community. I hope that my writing will encourage others to become active in their community by making it a more accepting place for those with disabilities. At the very least, I want my readers to at least learn to treat people with disabilities with respect the next time they encounter them.