Here are the guidelines/instructions for the paper assignments:
1. Identify an article which has appeared in a print periodical OR
reputable science/news website since January 1st of 2018 that is
related, at least loosely, in some way to the subject matter of
the module (e.g. life, energy, nutrition, genetics, climate
change, bioethics, biotechnology, etc.). This should be a news
article . DO NOT use a textbook or “encyclopedia”-type source.
2. Briefly summarize the article , describing direct and indirect
connections to course topics/discussions.
3. Briefly describe TWO implications/applications implied,
surfaced, discussed in the article and their significance.
4. Include descriptions of TWO important or critical questions
raised in/by the article.
5. It is important that the paper be well written , properly
sourced/cited (any standard format) , 3-5 pages (12pt, 1”
margins, double-spaced). THREE FULL PAGES of text IS AN
ABSOLUTE MINIMUM. This length will NOT INCLUDE headers (e.g.
your name), figures, references, etc.
6. Your paper MUST adhere to the rules of scholarship – i.e.
consist of your own original words and work.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS POINT, BE SURE TO CONSULT
THE STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT AND ASK THE INSTRUCTOR!!! DO NOT
RISK YOUR GRADE by plagiarizing another person’s work.
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