Description Write a critical response journal, not plot summaries, or “proof” that you read the book or a mini-research paper! They must be critical and not only descriptive — this means thinking about your feelings — love something? hate something? did something confuse you? bore you? anger you? Start there, and then ask WHY??? Did […]
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Describe Is the piece critically acclaimed; why or why not? Was it accepted during your author’s lifetime; is it accepted in today’s society? How has our interpretation of the work(s) changed over time?
Description Part III –Critical ReviewIn 3-5pages, MLA format, locate scholarly critical reviews, and commentary on the piece(s) you reviewed in Part II. For this part, you only want to discuss what others have to say, withholding your own interpretation. Is the piece critically acclaimed; why or why not? Was it accepted during your author’s lifetime; […]
Provide complete site and source information, using the Internet and identify the site, article name, date found, and author.
Description Research news articles about police use of force incidents that have resulted in lawsuits filed against police officers and police agencies. Research and choose an article that speaks to this. Based on the article you choose, write a one page essay responding to the following questions. 1) Provide complete site and source information, using […]
Identify the author’s main point (thesis) and list the types of proof she or she employs to persuade the reader to believe or accept the thesis.
Summary 1-2 pages Don’t use any references. Identify the author’s main point (thesis) and list the types of proof she or she employs to persuade the reader to believe or accept the thesis. For example, does the author use historical perspectives, quote noted authorities, provide statistical evidence, or appeal to a reader’s common sense? You […]
What are the author’s central arguments or thesis and conclusions? Are they clearly stated? Are they supported by evidence and analysis?
The points listed here will help you to start to think critically about the book, but they are not the main aspect of your assignment. They are not what you are expected to write in the assignment. They are here to help you think critically. If you just write on these things you will get […]
What is the historical significance of the argument developed by the author?
As indicated in the course outline, a report should meet the following criteria:§300-400 words(This is an exercise in synthesis! Make an economy of words and write only what matters.)§Your report should be written in English or in French.§Identify the thesis (main argument) of the author as well as the supporting arguments and summarize briefly the […]
Who was Mohammed Mossadegh? Why was he such a controversial figure and perceived as an enemy by England and the United States? Without going into enormous detail (like the author did) How did Mossadegh come to power?
The book describes how a CIA operative worked to have an Iranian political leader removed from office. The “problem” was a disagreement between England and Iran. Briefly explain the problem. Who was Mohammed Mossadegh? Why was he such a controversial figure and perceived as an enemy by England and the United States? Without going into […]
Based the published empirical study below, identify and critically assess the positioning of the author(s).
All researchers take a particular stance or position in their work, although this may be implicit or explicit. Based the published empirical study below, identify and critically assess the positioning of the author(s). In particular, consider (in no more than 2000 words): • The author(s)’ ontological, epistemological and axiological assumptions, • Whether and how theory […]
Does the content relate to other things that you have learned in the course/program?
ARTICLE/READING WRITE-UP: Each student is required to submit a one-page (double spaced) write-up on five articles/readings at the beginning of the class in which the article/reading is scheduled. The article write-ups are to be submitted on Canvas. The one-page write-up should explain the content of the article in your own words and discuss one key […]
Explain the author’s intention for writing the piece and how effectively their argumentation was presented – be as specific as possible, and please use examples when necessary.
The assignment is regarding the paper on “The future of Holocaust Studies.” I have included the whore of mensa text because that was offered to us as a sample text. ASSIGNMENT: Read the provided essay, “The Future of Holocaust Studies” by Johannes Houwink ten Cate, and produce an outline of how you believe the author […]
