| Biology Article Reviews |
| Article reviews are intended to alert students to current happenings related to the biological themes as they are covered in class. Write a 1.5 page (3 page if hand written) summary and critique of the article. Select one source from the article's reference list and locate that publication. Briefly (half page) discuss why the authors of your article chose this resource. Provide a quote from that resource that is not found in your article. The finished product should be two pages long. Your name, the date, and block should be in the upper right hand corner of the page and should take no more than 3 single spaced lines. Use APA format to cite your source. Rules for typing include Double space, Font 12pt, Times New Roman or the equivalent. Each article will be equal to one test grade. Rubric for Articles Name, date, and block in correct position............... 5 pts Overall Format (length, font, etc.)......................... 15 pts. Citation in proper APA foramt............................... 15 pts. Grammar and spelling............................................ 15 pts. Appropriate use of scientific language.................... 20 pts. Writing shows understanding of the article............ 30 pts. Assigned Articles and Due Dates Article # 1 due by September 15, 2006. Article # 2 due by November 10, 2006. |
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