Due in 20 hours 2/9/2020

Claim: College Should Not Be Free

Create a thesis statement

An annotated bibliography with an evaluation of at least five (5) sources 

Use SCHOLARLY ARTICLES with link to website.

APA format

Must be submitted through turnitin with report

Week5 Source Evaluation Worksheet

First read the notes that begin on p. 3 of this handout and the table that follows. Then, complete the analysis for each of your sources.

Part 1: Annotation (minimum 5 annotations)

Using APA format, identify the source and write a concise annotation that summarizes the central theme and scope of the book or article. A sample annotation can be found in the directions for this assignment.

Annotation 1

Annotation 2

(Continue for as many annotations as you have developed)

Example: Annotation 1

Waite, L. J., Goldschneider, F. K., & Witsberger, C. (1986). Nonfamily living and t he erosion of traditional family orientations among young adults. American Sociological Review, 51, 541-554.

The authors, researchers at the Rand Corporation and Brown University, use data from the National Longitudinal Surveys of Young Women and Young Men to test their hypothesis that nonfamily living by young adults alters their attitudes, values, plans, and expectations, moving them away from their belief in traditional sex roles. They find their hypothesis strongly supported in young females, while the effects were fewer in studies of young males. Increasing the time away from parents before marrying increased individualism, self-sufficiency, and changes in attitudes about families. In contrast, an earlier study by Williams cited below shows no significant gender differences in sex role attitudes as a result of nonfamily living

Part 2: Source Evaluation (minimum 5 source evaluations)

Use the following criteria to evaluate each source:

a. How current is this the source you are using? (If not current – explain why information is still applicable)

Source 1

Source 2

(Continue for as many sources as you have developed)

Example 2a

2a. While this source is not current, it has formed the basis for numerous follow-up studies and it frequently cited in the literature; it has both historical value and also serves as a base-point for tracking changing attitudes.

b. How authoritative, credible, reliable? (For example: recognized expert; peer-reviewed journal; trusted site such as .edu, .gov, .mil; experienced and knowledgeable in the field; information consistent across several sources, etc.)

Source 1
Source 2
(Continue for as many sources as you have developed)

Example 2b

2b. This is a scholarly source; the source is credible, reliable and authoritative. The authors were experts in their fields, published their study in a peer-reviewed journal, and the study has held up under rigorous scrutiny by other experts in the field.

c. Briefly state specifically how this source provides evidence that strongly supports your conclusion. For example, “the article discusses significant evidence that this diet provides all essential nutrients and supports my view that the diet is healthy” “this study shows that this diet is deficient in vitamin D and supports my point that this diet is not healthy” “this survey revealed that obesity is on a rapid rise among all demographic groups and supports my view that obesity is epidemic”

Source 1
Source 2
(Continue for as many sources as you have developed)

Example 2c

2c. This source strongly supports my thesis that the current pattern of young adults remaining with family because they cannot afford independent living due to student loan obligations is having a negative effect on young adults developing self-sufficiency and individualism.

d. If the information is “popular” or if it is from a blog, from a marketing site, or is persuasive in nature (i.e., an editorial or opinion piece, or a publication of a special interest group such as a trade organization, union, etc.) explain why you are using the source and why you cannot use a more substantive or scholarly source.

Source 1
Source 2
(Continue for as many sources as you have developed)

Example 2d

2d. This source is popular; it is used to show how public opinion was influenced by advertising.

Notes: Evaluating Sources

1. In 2b, rate your journal and periodical sources (whether you are looking at hard copy or on-line) as scholarly, substantive or popular. The Table “Distinguishing between Scholarly and Non-scholarly Periodicals” will work for evaluating either print or on-line journals, newspapers, and periodicals.

2. Beware of bias in any specific article. Determine if the source is authoritative, credible, reliable, current and unbiased. (If not current, then information can be rated “valid, regardless of age,” — i.e., a 1999 web-based article on the American Civil War is not “current,” but can be “valid regardless of age.”) All sources should be authoritative, credible, reliable, current and unbiased. If bias is found, state if bias may or may not affect the credibility and reliability of the information you will use and how you will compensate for possible bias.

3. For websites, generally speaking, .gov and .mil sites are acceptable sources in academic papers. Most .edu websites will be acceptable, but analyze under the criteria in 2 above.

4. If the website is a .com, .org or .biz website, you must further evaluate for authority, reliability and credibility. Never use a .com, .org or .biz site without evaluating across these criteria. Be especially careful about blogs – generally speaking, don’t use them. Many newspaper and magazines also publish to websites; evaluate those just as you would a journal or periodical.

Distinguishing Between Scholarly and Non-Scholarly Publications

SCHOLARLY

SUBSTANTIVE

POPULAR

Examples

American Journal of Nursing

JAMA

New England Journal of Medicine

American Journal of Kidney Diseases

National Geographic

Psychology Today

NY Times

The Atlantic

Time

Vanity Fair

Huffington Post

USA Today

Purpose & Use

· Knowledge dissemination
· Reports of original research
· in-depth topic analysis
· Statistical information

· For profit
· Current events and news
· Introduces a subject
· Interviews
· Analysis and opinion

· For profit
· Current events and news
· Overview of topic
· Entertainment
· Sell products

Audience

· Reader knows the field (e.g., specialists)

· General audience

· General audience

Authors

· Researchers
· Academics
· Scholars

· Journalists
· Freelance writers
· Specialists or scholars

· Freelance writers
· Staff writers
· Journalists

Content & Language

· Description of research methods with conclusions
· Objective
· Assumes knowledge of language and specialist jargon
· Article may have a specific structure
· Usually peer-reviewed

· Explanation of a subject
· Interpretation of a research article
· May or may not be objective
· Use of non-technical vocabulary
· Shorter articles than in scholarly publications

· May be biased toward a particular point of view
· Less depth
· Everyday language
· Often written like a story

Publishers

· Professional organizations
· University or scholarly presses
· Research institutions

· Commercial entities
· Trade and professional organizations

· Commercial entities
· Trade organizations

Sources

· Includes bibliography and/or notes
· Includes extensive citation of sources
· Includes author credentials

· Sometimes includes sources
· May / may not include author credentials

· Rarely includes citations of sources
· Rarely includes author credentials

Graphics

· Includes graphs, charts, and tables
· Advertising is very rare

· Illustrated, often with photographs
· Advertising is present

· Heavily illustrated
· Lots of advertising

Claim: College Should Not Be Free

Writing Requirements (APA format)

· Due in 24 hours on 2/9/2020

· Length: 100-150 words per source for Part 1 (Annotation); 50-80 words per source for Part 2 (Evaluation) (not including title page or references page)

· 1-inch margins

· Double spaced

· 12-point Times New Roman font

· Title page

· References page must include links to scholarly articles from journals

· Must be ran through a plagiarism checker or Turnitin with report

Introduction
By this week, you should have collected the sources that you need to support, with relevant evidence, the position you have taken on the issue you chose, and the three aspects of the issue you will write about. This week you will submit a thesis statement and an annotated bibliography of at least five sources that you will use in your paper.

Instructions
This week, you will submit a thesis statement and an annotated bibliography with evaluation of at least five (5) sources you intend to use in your final paper to support your claim. These are sources that provide evidence to support that your claim should be accepted by the reader. Scholarly sources are preferred and should be used where available; due to the nature of some of the topics, authoritative articles in very high quality substantive journals may also be acceptable.

Claim: College Should Not Be Free

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Below are my reasons/aspects of why college should not be free. Find scholarly articles to help you get more information on the aspects to help support your claim. (Choose 3 of the following reasons/aspects)

1. The Money Has to Come From Somewhere

If America were to move to a tuition-free college policy, where would the money come from? The short and simple answer is taxes. Who gets taxed seems to vary based on who is talking, but it seems certain that the upper echelons of American society will see increased taxes if this passes. There is a likelihood that it will increase the upper-middle-class as well. Or maybe it will all come from Wall Street speculation taxes. The point is, all we know is that someone will pay these dues through taxes. The uncertainty of who will carry the burden is not making many Americans comfortable.

2. Younger Generations Won’t Know How to Handle Finances

College is full of learning experiences, one of which is learning

 how to create a budget to save money

. College loans are often the first major financial dealing that people work with. Paying them off in a timely manner proves you know how to budget your money, skills people use again and again when buying cars or houses. Without having to pay for school, that experience won’t exist. That might be trouble down the road for buying that house or car.

3. College Might Not Seem As Important

If higher education at public schools becomes free, it might appear to 

devalue a college degree.

 It might also lead to students cutting more classes or not trying because they don’t have to “get their money’s worth” when they aren’t paying for anything. The current price of college drives students to complete their schooling as quickly as possible so as to reduce debt. Without that financial drive, we might see more laziness and lackadaisical behavior from our students.

4. More People Would Go to College

As enrollment at public schools increases, so do the fees

. Either more money would have to be given to the schools, or they would have to create waitlists. This means that the taxes for education-related purposes might go up, or funding for something else (such as military expenditures) might be diverted to pay the influx of fees. In addition to this, the large number of graduates might oversaturate some areas of the workforce. That leaves even more people with degrees working jobs that they are overqualified for.

Use the Source Evaluation Worksheet to submit the annotated bibliography. Prepare a citation, annotation, and evaluation for each source.

For each source do the following:

Annotation Example
Waite, L. J., Goldschneider, F. K., & Witsberger, C. (1986). Nonfamily living and the erosion of traditional family orientations among young adults. American Sociological Review, 51, 541-554.

The authors, researchers at the Rand Corporation and Brown University, use data from the National Longitudinal Surveys of Young Women and Young Men to test their hypothesis that nonfamily living by young adults alters their attitudes, values, plans, and expectations, moving them away from their belief in traditional sex roles. They find their hypothesis strongly supported in young females, while the effects were fewer in studies of young males. Increasing the time away from parents before marrying increased individualism, self-sufficiency, and changes in attitudes about families. In contrast, an earlier study by Williams cited below shows no significant gender differences in sex role attitudes as a result of nonfamily living. 

Source Evaluation Example
2a. While this source is not current, it has formed the basis for numerous follow-up studies and it frequently cited in the literature; it has both historical value and also serves as a base-point for tracking changing attitudes.

2b. This is a scholarly source; the source is credible, reliable and authoritative.  The authors were experts in their fields, published their study in a peer-reviewed journal, and the study has held up under rigorous scrutiny by other experts in the field.

2c. This source strongly supports my thesis that the current pattern of young adults remaining with family because they cannot afford independent living due to student loan obligations is having a negative effect on young adults developing self-sufficiency and individualism.

2d. This source is popular; it is used to show how public opinion was influenced by advertising.