A 3-source References Cited page featuring three papers or sources you have tracked down. These must be peer-reviewed. You will use APA format.

Biol 100 Winter 2020 Gray

Why do we have to write a paper?

To master the following: to identify and evaluate peer-reviewed sources, get better acquainted with the writing process, and (last, but most importantly) to demonstrate your knowledge of science in a written format, as required for Gen Ed Natural Science courses.

Instructions for the References List

All of the assignments associated with the environmental debate will collectively add up to 5% of your grade.

You will submit your References list on paper, in lab, on the 7st of Feb (this coming Friday).

Due dates are firm – extensions will not be made.

Due Friday in lab, on Paper (typed, of course): A 3-source References Cited page featuring three papers or sources you have tracked down. These must be peer-reviewed. You will use APA format.

Submissions after lab will get feedback, but 0 points.

Rubric for the Bib:

3 points: “Reference List” title included. Excellent sources that contain scientific data in support of position from agencies or groups that are credible and peer-reviewed. Format correct.

2.5 points: Same as above, but “Reference List” title lacking. Format correct.

2 points: Some sources are reviews, but not actually peer-reviewed, but directly support topic; lack quantity and quality of scientific data. Format correct.

1.5 points: One or more sources are questionable, but directly support topic; lack quantity and quality of scientific (or economic, if appropriate) data and/or format is not correct.

1 point: Sources are generally on topic, but little or no scientific (or economic, if appropriate) data. Format is not correct.

0 points: References list is turned in after lab, or directions have clearly not been read. Neither TA nor instructor know where to start to give meaningful feedback.

What is APA format?

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html