Category: English and Literature : English

You will be using the short story as your primary source.
For your secondary sources, the other two can be one of the following:
Two credible book sources.
Or
Two truly scholarly journal articles. The scholarly journal articles should come from academic journals. A scholarly academic journal is peer reviewed, has extensive in text citations, and contains has an in depth works cited page.
Or
One book and one scholarly journal article.
You can certainly go beyond having two secondary sources. 
 
For an example of how to cite two sources with the same author, see the examples here Download here. 
For directions on how to cite a print book, an book accessed through and ereader or book found line, see these examples Download these examples.
For directions on how to cite scholarly articles, see the examples from the Purdue Owl Download the Purdue Owl. 
 
Make sure you have included the heading Works Cited. Double space all the entries and use hanging indent. All entries should be listed in alphabetical order. Review the tutorialLinks to an external site.. 

For the last assignment of the semester, please review both your team’s work in the collaborative project and your own work in this class over the semester.
This final assignment models a very specific type of workplace practice: performance evaluations. A performance evaluation or performance review is a formal evaluation process in which an employee’s work performance is discussed with their supervisor. Performance reviews are important in the workplace as they identify strengths and areas for improvement, discuss the achievement of objectives, and promote employee growth. In many workplaces (big and small), you will be evaluated at least once a year.  
Part of the evaluation process often involves writing a self-evaluation that aligns your performance with your job responsibilities. This self-evaluation allows you to reflect on what you have done and what you’re going to do. Reflection plays a crucial role in performance evaluations. It allows employees and managers to step back, assess past performance, and gain insights for improvement. By encouraging introspection and self-awareness, reflection enables individuals to identify strengths, areas for growth, and strategies to enhance their future performance.
Submission (USF Writes)
Please submit your responses to the FINAL–Performance Evaluation assignment in USF Writes.
I. Evaluate your team’s performance
In general, how do you feel the team worked together? How does this compare to other teams you’ve worked in? What specifically did you learn about collaborating productively?
Were there any specific obstacles your team had to overcome? How well do you feel your team handled this situation? What skills did your team use to overcome obstacles?
For each team member, what do you feel their biggest contribution to the project was?
Would you work with this team again?
II. Evaluate your own performance this semester
Where do you feel you did your best work in this class? You might talk about a specific assignment of exercise, or discuss a skill you think you demonstrated well (like teamwork or concision).
Were any of the projects, assignments, or exercises more difficult than others? What about that assignment gave you trouble?
What was your biggest contribution to the collaborative proposal project?
Were there any technologies, concepts, or types of writing you were hoping this course would cover that we didn’t?

Before you submit your Final Research paper, be sure that you have used proper APA format (such as typing the entire paper in Times New Roman 12 and double-spacing the content) throughout, as follows:
Title page
Abstract page
3-5 pages of content 
 Reference list containing 3-5 sources 
Appendices if necessary
Also include:
In-text citations 
Page numbers
This paper should be 3–5 pages in length not including the title page, abstract page, or reference list. 

Censorship Project in APA formatting
Topic: Censorship on the Internet
I have provided the following doc with instructions on the essay.

Minimum of 800 words (*which means write a bit more than 800 words–NOT counting the running header, the identifier, the title, or the WC page citations if any) to ensure no issue with the “Minimum Standards” grading statement)
1″ margins
Double-spaced
10-12 pt. Times New Roman font (no others accepted)
Standard indented paragraphs with NO additional spacing between paragraphs (check the “Before/After” spacing in the Formatting of MSWord and make certain it is set to 0pt for the document)
MLA-formatted in-text citations and an MLA-formatted Works Cited page ARE required if sources/materials not self-generated are used but do not count to overall text/page length.
Content–Select a “recent” article (within the past month) that is concentrated on your chosen theme (Censorship/Education, Government/Politics, or Environment/Nature).  It does NOT have to specifically be about the theme as its main topic…only have the theme as the underlying concept of the article.
Analyze the material in the article to discover/define the author’s perspective and biases with regards to the topic being discussed (i.e. the paper is exploring what the author of the article ACTUALLY personally thinks about the topic they are writing about rather than what they’re actually writing–this is NOT a summary of the article but an exploration of the subtext).
Why are certain phrases and quotes (from other individuals) employed by the author? What do those phrases and quotes say about the author’s biases?  Why did they select those quotes?
How are “facts” utilized by the author? How are the “facts” presented? How does this indicate the author’s “real” opinion on the topic?
What biases come out due to these methods? How does the author’s public verbiage belie their actual personal/private opinions/feelings?
Employ quotes from the article to substantiate (“back up”) your claims and observations. 
that the use of general knowledge encyclopedias in any format is strictly prohibited.

Who can you see over there? …
What are you eating right now? …
When will he arrive at the station? …
Where have you been all this time? …
Why do they like English? …
How would you like your eggs?

Scan the three synoptic gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke and choose the gospel you believe would offer the best way to come to terms with the gospels as a whole.  (We discussed John in our course, so that will be excluded from this exercise.)
Explain your reasoning in at least one substantive paragraph.
·      Your essay should summarize the distinctions between the gospels, as well as their individual importance.  In class, we discussed some of the distinctions.  For this essay, I am asking you to do likewise, in more detail—at least one paragraph for each, citing sources and demonstrating your research of secondary sources and your understanding of them as well.
·      Do comment on key passages in the narratives of the trial, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, since this is a pivotal narrative in history.  (For some of you, this will be a familiar story.  For others, it will not.  Either way, as always, I will look forward to your response.)  As you read, take note of the following question and respond.
·      Background: The makers of the 2004 film, “The Passion of the Christ,” made a serious effort to vividly and accurately describe the crucifixion of Jesus.  The film is graphic in the violence committed against Him, and, moreover, the film received considerable attention and praise for its accuracy and faithfulness to the gospel. 
However, the gospels are not as graphic in describing the violence.
The question is why.  What do you think?
Choose one of the following and explain your answer:
 
A. __ _____ Literature is not able to provide this dimension as vividly as film.
 
B. _______ The authors of the gospels did not wish to offend the sensibilities of their readers.
 
C. ___ ____ The authors of the gospels chose to emphasize the symbolism of the moment rather than the suffering.
 
Conclusion: insight: your independent reading experience of the Bible taught you the following.
 
Length: At least two pages—700-1000 words with an attached bibliography and appropriate in-text citations.

Pop culture can send many messages to a variety of audiences. One message given to children may be about the concept of death and how we react to it. Think about films or TV shows that children may see or books they may read that involve death.  In your discussion post, state what film, TV show, or book you are referring to and describe the death that occurs. Then answer the following questions in at least one paragraph (minimum of 5 sentences).
What message is sent to the audience about death?
Is this an accurate portrayal of death in real life? 
How might this piece of pop culture impact a child’s understanding of death?
Feel free to include links to videos of the film/show or quotes from the book.

 
ASSIGNMENT:
 
Write a précis of the article provided.
______________________________
 
The title of the précis should be:
 
“Mistakes in Twelfth Night and Their Resolution:
A Study in Some Relationships of Plot”
by Porter Williams Jr.
 
Do not underline the title or use boldface type.
The précis should be double-spaced and 600 words long, excluding the heading and title, in MLA format, and using standard 12-point type and one-inch margins. Do not leave extra space below the title; double-space the entire paper. Do not include a Works Cited page. 
 
Guidelines:
•       A précis is a short summary of an article or other written work. It should present the core essence of the article clearly and concisely.
•       Your précis must not be a report. Do not mention the author’s name in your précis. Do not write, for example, “In this article, Williams analyzes…”
•       Your précis must not include comments about the author’s argument, its points, the author’s approach, or the organization of the article.
•       Your précis should have the same tone and proportions as the article, e.g., if the author’s argument in the article is divided into five equal parts, the précis should also be so divided.
•       Do not include quotations from the article.
•       Traditionally, writers of scholarly articles use other works or authors to support their points. Your précis should not include mention of these sources.

Please write a COVID-19 statement.
It should address the academic, professional, and personal aspects.
 
Please include this information in the statement:
 
Academic:
 
·      During the year 2020 is when I started my university career coming from community college.
·      The orientation of my university was online
·      Had to adjust and transition to online classes
·      Because of this many relationships with peers and professors were affected
 
Professional:
 
·      During Covid-19 I was working with patients and had to help out at the hospital with the covid-19 drive through testing as my job needed as much help as needed.
 
Personal:
 
·      As I was working in the hospital, I was always afraid for members of my family and that I would bring COVID-19 home
·      My grandma and father were high risk if they contracted covid
·      My grandma passed away from Covid-19 complications.
·      My brother and many friends got covid and helped them by helping them get food and groceries so they can stay home.
 
 
Talk about how it was hard to adjust to life with covid 19 and how have demonstrated adaptability and resilience in the face of challenges, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
 
Talk about how I was involved in psychology research at my university in the year 2021.
 
Conclude the statement by outlining your future goals and aspirations in the field of medicine. Discuss how you envision making a positive impact in the field of medicine, whether through patient care, research, community outreach, or advocacy efforts.