COM101, Ongyod
ASSIGNMENT
(From the instructor, 2/5/05):
I am hoping to have about
25-30 minutes, probably not more, so # 4 if we have time.
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Searching for different
types of references concerning the same topic (e.g., topic: "hairballs," and
find useful information from a book, magazine, journal, etc.)
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APA formatting for
references (APA style using NoodleBib)
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Evaluating Web sites
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Maybe using online
databases
The students have two
presentations to complete in the latter half of the semester that require
research. The first project: groups of 5 students will deliver an informative
presentation about a topic of their choosing and present it to the class, such
as informing us about the International Federation of Championship Eating
contests. It will be 15-17 minutes and require 5 references of 3 different
types minimum (e.g., two Web sites, one magazine, two books). I also consider
scientific journals, personal/public interviews, video documentaries and
newspapers as valid types of research. I allow newspapers and magazines online
to be counted as newspapers and magazines, not Web sites. The important thing
is that they find information that is both new (something we don't already
know) and specific (Mauna Loa is not just a big volcano, but it is 55,900 feet
from the ocean floor to its highest point).
The second project is
individual. Each student will talk for 5-6 minutes and attempt to persuade the
audience about a topic of their choice. They need a minimum of three
references of different types. Information should be new and specific, but
also credible.
The students will not know
their topics at this time, but I wanted to share with you what they are
actually doing research for.
