Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Why Do Research / Vocabulary List (21/2)

For your information use during our Research Lesson please use the following link to review the PowerPoint Presentation from class.  Our vocabulary words are below.  Remember, you must have the definition and at least one sentence per word, using the word correctly, when you turn in the paper with your quiz for a grade.  You will not receive another copy of the paper, please keep it with you during class prior to the unit quiz.

Classroom PowerPoint Presentation on Basic Research
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BzY9jTFcLEUWM1MxUG1xQlBCVW8/edit?usp=sharing 

WHY DO WE DO RESEARCH?

Five Main Reasons According To The Presentation:

1.  CREDIBILITY:  Researching your topic and citing your sources helps lend credibility to your paper. It demonstrates that you sought out similar information from experts in the field, which makes what you're writing more believable.

2.  PUBLICATION: Because research backs up your ideas with facts from established experts in the field, it's an industry standard. If you hope to publish in a scholarly journal, you'll have to conduct thorough research and cite it correctly to be taken seriously.
nd cite it correctly to be taken seriously

3.  EDUCATION:  Research gives you a broader understanding of your topic so you can speak with a more authoritative, informed voice. It allows you to understand both sides of an argument and any additional factors that contribute to your thesis statement.

4.  RESEARCH SKILLS:  Many instructors assign research papers so students can develop or strengthen their research skills. In that respect, research is important because it makes you better and finding information and backing up your ideas with facts.
 
5.  PLAGIARISM:  You may think you have a groundbreaking idea only to discover that a famous scientist already had this idea and wrote on it extensively. Taking credit for this idea, even though you thought it was original can still constitute academic dishonesty. Research helps you use that scientist's work to build on and add credibility to your idea.


VOCABULARY LIST WITH DEFINITIONS AND SAMPLE SENTENCES
Compile:  to get or gather together        The student had to compile the data for the report.
Evaluate:  estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of something
The student could not evaluate the data without organizing it first.

Research:  a search for knowledge
The student will research a topic of choice for the upcoming assignment.

Extensively:  in a widespread way
All of the information put together was extensively search.

Digital:  in electronic form, transmitted electronically
Anyone can download a digital copy of a song from ITunes.

Organize:  arrange by systematic planning and united effort
You will have an easier time creating an outline if you organize your list of sources first.

Information:  knowledge acquired through study, experience, or instruction
There is a wealth of information online about your topic.

Include:  have as a part, made up out of
All students must include their contact information on the top of the sheet.

Skill:  an ability that is acquired by training
Natural ability only becomes a skill if you practice and train harder than you thought possible.

Provide:  give something useful or necessary to
I will provide you with the notes and resources to be successful on the upcoming quiz/

Section:  one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to create a whole object
The percussion section of the band provides the backbone for the music and the beat to march too.

Cite:  make reference to
If you cite your references well, people will be able to review them easier.

Successfully:  with success, in a successful manner, reach a goal
You can be successful at anything if you focus your mind, spirit, and effort to complete it.

Feature:  prominent attribute or aspect of something
Our lesson will feature a Travel Brochure Project at the end.

Structure:  framework, how something is constructed
The structure of the house was unsound after the earthquake.

Book:  handwritten or printed work of fiction or non-fiction; usually on bound paper and covered
 The primary book you will choose for your project is up to you.

 
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Integrity (13 Characteristics)

13 Characteristics of People Who Have Integrity

1. They Value Other People's Time: They value their own time so they also value the time of other people. They know you have plenty of other places you need to be and won’t hold you up. If you spend time with them, it is likely they will thank you for that as well.

2. They Give Credit Where It Is Due: They do not take credit for things they did not do. They will always credit those who deserve it. If you help this person with a project he or she will likely mention your name so you can take credit for your work.

3. They Are Authentic: They are their truest forms. You won’t catch them in a lie or being fake.

4. They Are Always Honest: They are honest people that feel no need to lie as it is important for them to get to where they need to get in life honestly.

5. They Never Take Advantage Of Others: They are not the kind of people who will take advantage of someone else. They love to build people up and help them get where they need to be. Taking too much from someone else will never be an issue with someone who has a lot of integrity.

6. The Do Not Argue Over Disagreements: They will talk through things in a civil manner or not talk at all. You cannot and will not force this person into arguing over something completely ridiculous. I find this to be a very respectable trait.

7. They Give Most People The Benefit Of The Doubt: They try to see the good in everyone. I think this is because they feel like maybe there are more people in this world that also have integrity. That being said, if you take advantage of them too much they will get rid of you.

8. They Know When Something Is Bothering Someone: They have a great intuition that lets them know when something is going on. If someone is down in the dumps they will notice. Chances are they will actually do what they can to cheer you up.

9. They Believe In Others: They accept your word as truth until it is dis-proven. That being said, they do not take lying well. And once you lie to them, it is unlikely that they will ever take your word again.

10. They Apologize First: If they have done something wrong they will come to you and apologize. This is just how they are. They own up to their mistake and try to make things right.

11. They Are Humble: They do not quite know their own worth. While they are very important and do so much good they don’t quite see it. You should remind them of it.

12. They Do Good When They Can: They are always helping other people. They love to know that they have improved someone’s life. It gives their lives meaning.

13. They Are Always Kind To Those Who Need It: Giving kindness can go a long way. When someone looks like they need a little pick me up these people deliver. They can brighten up almost anyone’s day.

If you are someone who has true integrity, thank you for being who you are and thank you for all that you do. You really do actually make a difference in society, please keep up the good work. If you feel no one else is proud of you, know that I am.

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