The document discusses various topics related to analyzing arguments and sources, including:
1. Steps for determining an author's argument such as identifying the argument/audience, supports, relevance, objectivity, and completeness.
2. Factors for supporting arguments such as the author's credibility, evidence provided, and publisher/sponsor.
3. Differences between MLA and APA citation styles and their focuses/applications in different academic disciplines.
4. Components of a job application letter, resume, and curriculum vitae.
The document discusses various topics related to analyzing arguments and sources, including:
1. Steps for determining an author's argument such as identifying the argument/audience, supports, relevance, objectivity, and completeness.
2. Factors for supporting arguments such as the author's credibility, evidence provided, and publisher/sponsor.
3. Differences between MLA and APA citation styles and their focuses/applications in different academic disciplines.
4. Components of a job application letter, resume, and curriculum vitae.
The document discusses various topics related to analyzing arguments and sources, including:
1. Steps for determining an author's argument such as identifying the argument/audience, supports, relevance, objectivity, and completeness.
2. Factors for supporting arguments such as the author's credibility, evidence provided, and publisher/sponsor.
3. Differences between MLA and APA citation styles and their focuses/applications in different academic disciplines.
4. Components of a job application letter, resume, and curriculum vitae.
The document discusses various topics related to analyzing arguments and sources, including:
1. Steps for determining an author's argument such as identifying the argument/audience, supports, relevance, objectivity, and completeness.
2. Factors for supporting arguments such as the author's credibility, evidence provided, and publisher/sponsor.
3. Differences between MLA and APA citation styles and their focuses/applications in different academic disciplines.
4. Components of a job application letter, resume, and curriculum vitae.
2. Identify the type of supports Proofs Claims Evidences 3. Determining the relevance/connection of the support. 4. Determine the author’s objectivity - if he/she give the supports clarity in the point by citing other information 5. Determine the argument’s completeness- when the author answered the reader’s question in their writing. 6. Determine if the argument is valid 7. Decide if the argument is credible/convincing
Focus of an argumentative essay:
To pursue a reader to take certain point
3 things to keep in mind in supporting arguments
1. Author- if the author has the position/authority to give information(professionals) 2. Pieces of evidences to the claims of the author- what are the evidences given/provided/stated? 3. Publisher/sponsor- background check
Different sources .com- owned by a company edu- under education institute .gov- under government. Owned by the government. .net- owned by a network .org- owned by a public/private organization
Journal Articles -combined short written works -mostly used in research
2 needs of Journal Article
Topic- what/who for - focus of the article Main Idea- expressed/explained in one sentence - There are 2 types of main idea Stated Main Idea Implied Main Idea
Stated Main idea- Direct to the point. Can expressed by one sentence. Implied Main Idea- Not clearly stated. Need of supporting details
Applying Critical Reading Skills in Academic
Discipline -Discover more information and improves overall reading skills/personality. -Analyzing -Level up the reading skills -Exploring reading
4 ways in Critical Reading Skills
1. Annotating- to outline important details in writing. - Highlighting/underlining key words/unfamiliar words. - Adding explanation or short comments to improve a written work.
2. Outlining- Presenting the main/important ideas.
- Stating the main idea by supporting the idea. -Give Justice to a writing.
3. Analyzing- Examining the content by breaking down the parts of a
4. Summarizing- Compressing the main ideas/key words of the full text.
- Taking key word/terms - Different to concluding - Giving the gist of the whole text Citation of Sources MLA (Modern Language Association)
APA (American Psychological Association)
Differs in structure/format Similarities: Both have at least one unique feature
Difference of MLA and APA (Text)
MLA -Author’s LN -Page# APA -Author’s LN or FN -Date of Publication -Page #
Difference of MLA and APA (Link)
MLA -Author’s LN or FN -Title of Document -Title of complete work -Document date/ Date of last revision APA -Author’s LN or FN -Title of Document -Title of complete work -Edition/Revision Number
Focus of MLA and APA Styles
APA (Social Sciences) -E.g. Economics, Geography, Psychology, Physiology, Sociology, Linguistics -Focuses on date of publication - Format is designed for comparison of research and determining relevance - Often thought of as more difficult by students -Commonly taught as an alternative citation styles MLA (Liberal arts and Humanities) -E.g. Fine Arts, Music, Philosophy, Literature -Focuses on authorship -Format is designed for ease of presentation -Often viewed as “easier” to follow by students -Commonly taught first to students
Basics of MLA & APA Citations (Book Example)
MLA -Name(s) of Author(s) -Work Title -Publication city and year -Publisher -Publication Medium(I.e. print,web)
APA -Name(s) of the Author(s) -Publication Year -Work title -Publication City -Publication Year
MLA and APA in Books
Template MLA: Lastname, Firstname. Title of Work. City of Pub: Publisher, Year. Medium.
APA: Lastname, First Initial. (Year). Title of work. City of Pub, State: Publisher.
Examples MLA: Johnson, Thomas. Studies in College. New York: 2003. McGraw- Hill. Print.
APA: Johnson, T. (2003). Studies in college. New York, NY: McGraw-
Hill. Another Example Author: Stephen Jones Title: A Review of Industry Standards Year of Pub: 2010 City of Pub: London Publisher: Stanton Publishing Group
MLA: Jones, Stephen. A Review of Industry Standards. London:
Stanton Publishing Group, 2010. Print.
APA: Jones, S. (2010). A review of industry standards. London: Stanton
Publishing Group.
MLA and APA in Articles in Journal
Template MLA: Lastname, Firstname. “Title of Work.” Journal Title Volume.Issue (Year): page numbers. Medium.
APA: Lastname, First Initial. (Year). Title of work. Journal Title,
Volume(Issue), page numbers.
Examples MLA: Smith, Linda. “Students in Danger.” New England Journal of Student Progress 7.2 (2007): 142-154. Print.
APA: Smith, L. (2007). Students in danger. New England Journal of
Student Progress, 7(2), 142-154.
Another Example: Author: Samuel Brown Volume: 4 Pages: 164-184 Title: Working for the Union Issue: 1 Journal: Workplace Review Year: 1995
MLA: Brown, Samuel. “Working for the Union.” Workplace Review 4.1 (1995): 164-184. Print. APA: Brown, S. (1995). Working for the union. Workplace Review, 4(1), 164-184.
MLA and APA in Online Sources
Template
MLA: Author. Title of Site. Sponsor, Date created (use n.d. if not given). Medium.Date accessed. <URL (optional)/>.
APA: Author. (Year, Month[use n.d. if not given]). Article or page sub- title. Major Publication Title, volume or issue number (if available). Retrieved from http://url.
Examples: We are citing the data found here.
MLA: Department of Enrollment Management. 2013 Fall Term
Comparison. University of Houston-Clear Lake, 24 Oct. 2013. Web. 21 Oct. 2014.
APA: Department of Enrollment Management. (2013). 2013 Fall Term
Comparison. Enrollment Management 2013 Reports. Retrieved from http://prtl.uhcl.edu/portal/page/portal/PRV/Enrollment- Management/images/Enrollment%20and%20SCH-Fall%2013%202- Yr%2010242013%20final.pdf
Job Application Letter
- A cover letter is written to the potential employer to provide them with information about your qualifications, skills, and experience.
- Sent along with your resume and other necessary documents.
Structure of an Application Letter:
Header - Inside/Sender Address - Date - Hiring Manager's Contact information - Company Address - Formal Salutation - Body of the letter -> Opening paragraph -> Body Paragraph -> Closing paragraph - Closing/Complimentary Close - Signature
How to Write a Job Application Letter:
- Should be written on a single page. - Should be single-spaced with a space between every paragraph and a 1- inch margin with the text aligned to the left. - Font size should be 10 - 12 - Times New Roman, Arial, Calibri - Should send the letter for every position you apply for.
Resume - It is a comprehensive but brief summary of your education, work experience, interests, and skills for the employer to read and includes parts such as: header, objective statement, education, professional experiences, skills, professional affiliations, and references. - Is a formal document that provides and overview of your professional qualifications, including your relevant work experience, skills, education, and notable accomplishments. - To show employers you're qualified for a position and convince them to offer you an interview.
What should be on your resume:
- Introduction - Contact details - Work History - Educational Background - Relevant skills
Curriculum Vitae(CV) - The term CV is on abbreviation of the Latin word Curriculum Vitae, which is literally translated to “the course of your life”. A CV is a very in- depth document that describes your career journey step-by-step, including all sorts of personal information.
-CV’s typically include information like experience, achievements, and
awards,scholarships, or grants you’ve earned, course works research projects and publication of your work. A CV is typically two or three pages long.
