RESEARCH LAB 3ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM

FALL 2014

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Introductions

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Your name and where you are from

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMFALL 2014

Introduction to Research Lab

Key Vocabulary

Cite (v) – to give credit to the original author or speaker of a set of ideas or a quote Citation (n) - the written form of credit given to an author that

appears directly next to their original idea or quote“ To be or not to be, that is the question.” (Shakespeare, 1605)Eleanor Roosevelt (1932) said, “The future belongs to those who

believe in the beauty of their dreams.”

Source (n) – the material where you find information for your research or support for your argument; for example, a news article, a book, a journal, an interview, etc. Reference (n) – another word for source; also refers to the complete

information given about the original author, title, publication and date of an idea, usually included in a list form at the end of a written paper

Example reference page: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/18/

Key Vocabulary

Summary (n) – written collection of all the main ideas in a reading, using one’s own words A summary may consist of more than one sentence or

paragraph The summary of a two-page article will probably be 5-6

sentences in length Verb: to summarize

Paraphrase (n) – rewriting of a single idea from another author, using one’s own words A paraphrase is usually only one or two sentences in length The paraphrase may be similar in length to the original idea Used in research Verb: to paraphrase

Key Vocabulary

Format/Formatting (n) – the general appearance of a written document, such a paper, magazine, etc.

Publication (n) – a final published work (after all stages of writing and editing), such as a book, magazine, journal, etc.

Common Publication Manuals

A publication manual outlines all the rules for formatting, style, and organization of any professional work or research that will be published or submitted to a higher institution, such as a university. American Psychological Association (APA) Modern Language Association (MLA) Chicago

Some university websites have a reference webpage that summarizes the manuals! http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/section/2/

Why should we study formatting & style?

Professionalism 12 point Times New Roman font 1 inch (2.54 cm) margins 2.0 line spacing (also called “double-spaced”) Indention on every paragraph

Preparation for the university and Level 4/5Avoiding plagiarism!

Let’s practice some formatting…

Open Microsoft Word on your computer and type 2-3 sentences about this topic: If you were invisible for one day, what would you do?

You must use the correct formatting that was mentioned earlier in the presentation! 12 point Times New Roman font 1 inch (2.54 cm) margins 2.0 line spacing (also called “double-spaced”) Indention on every paragraph

Saving Files

When a teacher asks you to send an electronic copy (a file) of your work in an email, there are a few steps you should take:

1. Make sure your name is on the document that you have created!

2. Create a clear name for the file – just a few words3. Save the document in a safe place that is easy to

access: Your flash drive (USB) or cloud drive Desktop (short term access only!)

4. Attach it in the email with a message to your teacher about what you are sending.

Sending an Email

An email to a teacher, whether there is a file or no file attached, should follow a few guidelines:

1. A greeting 2. A message 3. A signature

An email without these things is considered very informal and possibly rude. Let’s look at an example:

Email Example

To: Type the email address correctly!

Subject line: Include all relevant information

Greeting

Message

Signature

Notes

Greetings: Dear Mr./Ms. _________, Hello Mr./Ms. _________, Good afternoon Mr./Ms. _____,

Signature: Sincerely, _________. Best regards, ________. - _________. (only after multiple emails sent)

Notes

In your subject line, include: Class name Title/description of assignment Your name

In the message, include: Here is… OR: Attached is… Please let me know if you have any questions or a

problem with the file. Closing statement: Thank you and have a nice day!

Don’t!

In an email, don’t:

Use texting abbreviations (U, btw, sup)Use ALL CAPITAL LETTERSTalk about unrelated topics Use italicsUse different colors or fontsInclude only an attachment or file, without a

full written email

Assignment

1. Open the last email that you sent to me If I were invisible… Reading response #1

2. Check to see if it follows these guidelines: Document has your name in it File name of document is clear Email includes:

1. Clear subject line2. Greeting3. Message4. Signature

3. If any of these things are missing, you must resent the email

What do you remember?

When you open up Microsoft Word to type an assignment, what are the four things you should change?

What is a citation?

What is the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing?

What do you remember?

When you open up Microsoft Word to type an assignment, what are the four things you should change? 12 point Times New Roman font 1 inch (2.54 cm) margins 2.0 line spacing (also called “double-spaced”) Indention on every paragraph

What is a citation?“ To be or not to be, that is the question.” (Shakespeare, 1605)Eleanor Roosevelt (1932) said, “The future belongs to those who believe

in the beauty of their dreams.”

What is the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing?

Key Vocabulary

Summary (n) – written collection of all the main ideas in a reading, using one’s own words A summary may consist of more than one sentence or

paragraph The summary of a two-page article will probably be 5-6

sentences in length Verb: to summarize

Paraphrase (n) – rewriting of a single idea from another author, using one’s own words A paraphrase is usually only one or two sentences in length The paraphrase may be similar in length to the original idea Used in research Verb: to paraphrase

Plagiarism

What is the problem?

What is wrong in this example?

What is plagiarism?

An act or instance of using or closely imitating the language [words] and thoughts of another author without authorization [permission], and the representation of that author's work as one's own, by not crediting the original author (dictionary.com)

What does “closely imitating” mean?

Plagiarism Quiz

Let’s take a brief quiz to see if you can recognize potential situations for plagiarism. We’ll take it together as a class, but you may write your own answers on a piece of paper:

://Is it plagiarism?

So, what’s the big deal?

In every university in the United States, punishment for plagiarism and other forms of cheating can be very severe and it can cause problems in obtaining a degree for all students, including international students.It doesn’t matter how much time or money you have spent on your degree – breaking this rule can possibly ruin everything you have already worked for, even if you transfer to another school.

Here is part of the University of North Florida’s policy on plagiarism:

The University of North Florida authorizes any instructor who finds evidence of cheating, plagiarism, or other wrongful behavior that violates the University of North Florida Academic Integrity Code to take appropriate action. Possible action includes, but is not limited to, failing the student on the work in question, failing the student for the course, notifying the appropriate academic dean or Vice President for Student Affairs, and requesting additional action be taken.

The consequences of a breach of academic integrity may result in an F, which is unforgivable, regardless of withdrawal status.

UNF Policy on Plagiarism