Write an annotation for an article relating to problems in the computer science work field. Use the information below as a guide.
– Use the link to find a good resource to use ( CLICK ON ADVANCED SEARCH )
Once in “Advanced Search,” scroll down to “Search Options.” Click the boxes for “Full Text” and “Peer Reviewed.” Under “Document Type,” select “Article.” In the “Published Date” section, enter “2017-2022” (this will prevent you from getting old research in your results). Under “Language,” select the language(s) you can read.
Try using different keywords to find a good article relating to computer science work field problems
. If I wanted different or more sources, I would simply add, remove, and/or change my search terms.
Note: it MAY be helpful to remove the “challenges or barriers . . . ” search term.
Your page should look like the example in the file I provided ( watch out for global population options
Cite:
Include an MLA and APA citation for the source.
Summarize:
To summarize the source, answer the following questions–What are the main arguments? What is the point of this book or article? What topics are covered? If someone asked what this article/book is about, what would you say? (Aim for 3-4 sentences.)
In the first sentence, mention the title of the text, the name of the author, and the author’s thesis.
Maintain a neutral tone; be objective.
Use the third-person point of view and the present tense: Taylor argues. . .
Keep your focus on the text. Don’t state the author’s ideas as if they were your own.
Put all or most of your summary in your own words; if you borrow a phrase or a sentence from the text, put it in quotation marks and give the page number in parentheses.
Limit yourself to presenting the text’s key points.
Be concise; make every word count.
Assess:
After summarizing a source, evaluate it by answering the following questions–How does it compare with other sources in your bibliography? Is the information reliable? Is this source biased or objective? What is the goal of this source? (Aim for 3-4 sentences.)
Check for signs of bias:
Does the author or publisher endorse political or religious views that could affect objectivity?
Is the author or publisher associated with a special-interest group, such as Greenpeace or the National Rifle Association, that might present only one side of an issue?
Are alternative views presented and addressed? How fairly does the author treat opposing views?
Does the author’s language show signs of bias?
Assess the argument:
What is the author’s central claim or thesis?
How does the author support this claim — with relevant and sufficient evidence or with just a few anecdotes or emotional examples?
Are statistics consistent with those you encounter in other sources? Have they been used fairly? (It is possible to “lie” with statistics by using them selectively or by omitting details.) Does the author explain where the statistics come from?
Are any of the author’s assumptions questionable?
Does the author consider opposing arguments and refute them persuasively?
Does the author fall prey to any logical fallacies?
Reflect:
Once you’ve summarized and assessed a source, you need to ask how it fits into your research goals–How is this source helpful to you? How does it help you shape your argument? How can you use this source in your research project? How has it changed or reinforced how you think about your topic? The key here is to be detailed and specific; show your professor that you have your research paper in mind as you are building this assignment. (Aim for 3-4 sentences.)
