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Planning Research

Planning Research. Resources and Results. Current sources – databases, open web, newspapers. Reference sources – dictionary, encyclopedias (print or web based)

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Planning Research

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  1. Planning Research Resources and Results

  2. Current sources – databases, open web, newspapers. • Reference sources – dictionary, encyclopedias (print or web based) • Comprehensive sources – books or primary documents. (Bible, Koran, Papal Encyclical, letters, journals, interviews, legal documents). Types of Sources

  3. Required to have 5 sources. • Best to have balanced research and sources. • Combination of different types of sources demonstrates that you have thoroughly researched all areas of your topic. Sources Continued

  4. Evidence based writing means that you are finding information to support your argument. • Evidence can be found in the form of current sources, reference sources or comprehensive sources. Usually information has been published and compiled by experts in their respective fields. • It is important to cite reliable sources! Incorporating Sources

  5. Library hosted subscription databases. • Open web sites that have been evaluated or are pre-screened. • Published articles, books and magazines that have been checked by an editor. • No Wikipedia! It is updated by everyone and anyone with no indication of professional credentials! What are Reliable Sources?

  6. Introduction: • Stem Cell Research a. Procedure by which cells are harvested and grown from human fetus to assist in curing health related issues in normal adults. ("stem cell." Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica Online School Edition.Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., 2012. Web. 1 May 2012.<http://www.school.eb.com/eb/article-9398729>. b. Buddhist tradition c. Catholic tradition Sample Outline

  7. B.Buddhism a. All life is suffering b. Life is always in a state of change and flux c. Death is rebirth (http://www.buddha101.com/p_truths_frames.htm) Tradition One

  8. Current/social issues – Ebscohost and Star-Advertiser. • Doctrinal or philosophical teachings – • consult Oxford reference sources • open web sites • Primary sources (Bible, Koran, letters, documents, official church statements, authorized writings by leading religious experts.) How to Use Sources

  9. Research and analyze what is the current social issue and it’s effect on society. • Research and analyze specific doctrinal or philosophical aspects of the religion that you chose. • Think about how the social issue is either accepted or denigrated by that particular religion. Synthesize

  10. You only have 5 pages to expound upon your topic, so keep a tight focus. Zero in on one particular problem out of a large issue. • Remember you need to include a comparison-contrast component in your paper. • You can devote 1/4 to issues, 1/2 to doctrine or tradition, 1/4 to comparison-contrast. (Check with Mr. Ruiz) Focus, focus, focus

  11. Its up to you how to stylistically and creatively present your topic. • When you construct paragraphs make sure that your idea is consistent throughout. • Back-up claims with examples drawn from research. (statistics, doctrinal quotes, etc). Organization

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