Hello, AVT 422:

The blog topic for this week (January 23) is Leveling the Global Aviation Playing Field. 

The aviation industry in the United States, specifically the airlines, is facing several challenges or “threats” to maintaining a competitive edge in the global market.  Examples of some of these “threats” are tax policies, fuel costs, cheap labor, the rapid growth of airlines in countries that formerly did not compete, and other political issues.

Your assignment is to research the topic and examine at least two articles, from reputable sources, that address the current global aviation situation.  From your research, present three thought-provoking issues.  Post these issues on your blog and present a brief discussion of each.  Provide your ideas and opinions.  Your discussion might address the following questions.  How do you feel about the issues?  Do you agree with the authors?  What do you think are plausible solutions to the issues?  How might these issues affect you in the job market? 

Include links to your articles in your blog post.  In addition, cite your sources at the bottom of your blog post.  Use APA formatting for your citations.

This portion of the assignment is due at noon on Tuesday, January 22.

The second part of the assignment is to read and comment on three of your classmate’s blogs.  Send me an e-mail with your comments, and the title of the blogs on which you made comments.

This portion of the assignment is due before the start of class on Wednesday, January 23.

Grading criteria for blog posts will be as follows.

Three thought-provoking questions................................ 3 points

Depth of discussion........................................................... 2 points

Appropriate links and citations......................................... 2 points

Grammar/Style.................................................................... 1 point

Three significant comments on other blogs................... 2 points

Remember that this is a 400-level course.  Write and research accordingly.  I am looking for original and critical thought.  Be prepared to discuss your articles and your comments on your classmate’s articles in class on Wednesday.

Please contact me with any questions.

Dr. Tartalone