Need the essay to be written about crypto currency more specifically bitcoin.
ENG 101: CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Purpose:
The aim of this project is to give you practice in examining an artifact or topic (in this case the artifact/topic is some element of digital information or communications) in order to determine both effects and broader implications of the artifact/topic.
By acquiring a thorough understanding of the artifact, one can than began to develop ideas regarding how the artifact is related to broader social and/or cultural conversations.
Task: You will select an artifact related to digital information/communications for which you will engage in a meaningful analysis and evaluation that will be demonstrated in an essay.
You must briefly describe the artifact and explain why it is relevant or controversial. For this project you will develop a statement that makes some point about the significance of the artifact and its relevance to some broader social and/cultural idea or issue.
The essay will be developed by evaluating key features of the artifact and making connections that clearly illustrate how these features prove your statement.
• Refer to the sample essay posted in Assignments labeled “Sample Critical Analysis”
Guidelines:
Include a description or explanation of the artifact/topic
Include a discussion that provides context (why it’s relevant) for the artifact that will be analyzed
Clear thesis statement
Effectively developed supporting paragraphs that describe and evaluate the elements related to the thesis
2-4 pages
You can use sources to help develop your ideas. If you know how to use MLA documentation use that.
You need to rely on at least six credible sources to support your argument. You should use MLA style for formatting and documentation. You should use Times New Roman, 12 pt font, and the paper should be double-spaced.
Some things to consider in your RP:
Remember to define any important terms or concepts
Provide necessary background information
Acknowledge and refute the opposing argument(s)
Provide separate body paragraphs for each point you are making
Paragraphs should be about 1/2 page in length
Provide plenty of specific details and facts from your readings to support your argument – aim for at least two sources per point/body paragraph
Do not rely too heavily on quoted material – use quotes sparingly; summarize or paraphrase instead
Use third person point-of-view; Do not use first person point-of-view
You need to rely on at least six credible sources to support your argument. You should use MLA style for formatting and documentation. You should use Times New Roman, 12 pt font, and the paper should be double-spaced.
Some things to consider in your RP:
Remember to define any important terms or concepts
Provide necessary background information
Acknowledge and refute the opposing argument(s)
Provide separate body paragraphs for each point you are making
Paragraphs should be about 1/2 page in length
Provide plenty of specific details and facts from your readings to support your argument – aim for at least two sources per point/body paragraph
Do not rely too heavily on quoted material – use quotes sparingly; summarize or paraphrase instead
Use third person point-of-view; Do not use “you”; do not use first person point-of-view
Before you begin this essay you will need to read “Evaluating Internet Research Sources” by Robert Harris (Links to an external site.)
For this essay, you will select a website that discusses a current controversial issue that you are interested in. You cannot use Wikipedia. You will need to clearly identify the title of the website and URL in your essay.
You will then evaluate the website that you have selected.
Use the following questions as a guide. Remember, simple Yes or No answers will not be enough. You will need to take time to explain your evaluations of the website and include specific examples/details to support your evaluations. Both in-text documentation and a works cited page in MLA format are required.
Here are some questions to consider as you evaluate the website. DO NOT try to respond to all of the questions. Select questions that you can answer, develop and support in your evaluation of the website.
Look for signs indicating the website is regularly updated. When was the website last updated? Does the lack of an update date help you to determine whether or not the website is credible/reliable?
Is the website posted anonymously? If it is anonymous, ask yourself why do you think you (or the reader) should trust the information even though it comes from an unknown source.
Does the website list contact information for the author or organization (e-mail address, mailing address, phone number) so you can verify the person or organization really exists by trying to contact them?
Is the author someone particularly likely to be a trustworthy source? Does the website list his/her credentials, experience, title, occupation or other relevant information?
Is the author associated with a respected or well-known organization? Does that organization have an interest or investment in being impartial, accurate, and trustworthy?
Does that organization have a financial or political stake in persuading you to trust its judgment that might make it biased or untrustworthy?
Has the website organized its information into numbered sections or provided a means of citation for scholars and researchers?
Does the website have a clear agenda, such as a commercial, political bias/motivation for its publication? Examine the address endings for the website (For instance, .com, .biz, .gov, .edu, .org, .mil, or .mus.)
What does this tell you about the nature of the organization? Does that bias alter the degree to which you trust the website? Should it?
Ask yourself if the web author has taken the time to proofread her webpage.
Has the author spent the time to create a neat, visually engaging but easily accessible webpage? If not, does that sloppiness detract from the reader’s trust? Why or why not?
An occasional typo or grammatical error might mean nothing, but two or three within a few paragraphs might indicate this individual didn’t spend much time on the project or might not be very professional.
Is there any evidence of quality control? For instance, has the publication been “refereed” (peer-reviewed by other writers or editors)?
Was it written by or for an organization that evaluates information before publication? If not, does it use quotations from such a source?
Are there signs that the writer or author is incompetent, poorly educated, or apathetic about his project?
Answer the following questions and submit your answers as detailed in the syllabus.
This means following the formatting rules. Points will be deducted for not following the rules.
Also, remember, this is a Texas government course, all of your examples and references should be about Texas. Each answer should be no less than 250 words.
Each question should be answered separately.
Write the question before each of your responses.
The assignment must use 12 point font size, Times New Roman font, and normal style.
The paragraphs must be double spaced. Use MLA style guidelines for all other aspects of the
paper. Your paper must be cited.
1. Discuss the rights and responsibilities of citizens. The keyword here is “discuss,” not list.
2. Why do we need to define some individuals as citizens and others as non-citizens?
3. What are the challenges of being a responsible citizen?
4. How do public issues get on the agenda of the legislature?
5. What factors should lawmakers consider when making policy?
6. What are the limits of policymaking?
7. What was the most significant thing you learned in this class?
