gwst research assignment 2

Introduction

• The speaker discusses their current situation, revealing they have COVID and contracted it from a curling league event.

• Introduces the topic for the lecture: the second part of the research assignment on annotated bibliographies.

Research Project Overview

• Focus on Annotated Bibliography:

  • Complete an annotated bibliography consisting of at least 10 sources.

  • Source Requirements:

    • Minimum 8 peer-reviewed sources.

    • 2 non-peer-reviewed sources are acceptable.

    • It is permissible to use all 10 peer-reviewed sources if desired.

Annotated Bibliographies Explained

• Definition:

  • An annotated bibliography includes a citation followed by a paragraph annotation for each source.

  • The annotation should:

    • Summarize the source.

    • Explain the significance of the source to the research argument.

    • Demonstrate connections to other sources.

• Process:

  • Write 10 paragraphs total, each summarizing the relevance of an article to the topic.

  • Each annotation includes a citation (in a chosen format) and a 50-300 word annotation beneath it.

Purpose of Annotated Bibliographies

• Helps in understanding how each source relates to the research topic and other sources.

• Assists in organizing thoughts for future papers, such as essays in subsequent courses.

Steps to Complete the Annotated Bibliography

1. Choosing a Topic:

• Topic should typically align with the first part of the research project; refinement is allowed.

• If the original topic is unsuitable, changes can be discussed with the TA.

2. Finding Sources:

• Collect 10 sources, ensuring at least 8 are peer-reviewed.

• Peer-reviewed articles must come from reputable journals or books.

• Finding Articles:

  • Use platforms like UBC Library, Google Scholar, academia.edu.

  • Articles from the textbook can also be used as sources.

Research Questions and Articles

• After gathering sources, develop a research question closely related to the articles.

• It’s advisable to finalize the research question after reviewing the articles to ensure all sources relate coherently.

• When framing research questions, focus on:

  • Curiosity and differences in power/identity.

  • Desire for ethical improvement in society.

Example Questions:

• How does the representation of feminism in films like Barbie contribute to broader discussions?

• What are the intersections of race and gender in contemporary media portrayals?

Structuring Annotations

Components of Each Annotation:

1. Summary of the Article:

   • Provide a concise overview of the article's main arguments (3-4 sentences).

2. Conclusions:

   • Discuss the conclusions drawn from the article and their significance.

3. Relevance to Research Question:

   • Explain how the article pertains to the stated research question, including connecting the dots with other sources.

4. Connections to Other Articles:

   • Discuss how this article agrees or disagrees with others; aim for complexity in connections.

Formatting and Clarity:

• Format the Citation: Use components such as author, date, article title, journal name, etc.

• Use simple paraphrasing within summaries without direct quotes unless necessary for specific terms.

Conclusion and Submission

• Annotations must be clear, concise, and reflective of each article's unique contributions.

• Maintain academic integrity through proper citation formats (e.g., Chicago Author-Date).

• The assignment’s tough criteria emphasize specificity and clarity in annotations to ensure comprehensive understanding and engagement with each source.

Weekly Writing Assignment

• Practice writing a brief annotation for "What's on the Menu" chapter by Julie Guthman, ensuring:

  • A two-sentence summary.

  • A one-sentence relation to another chapter in the textbook.