We learned about MLA formatting of Works Cited entries for Internet sources. We also learned about the function of in-line citations. In order to avoid plagiarism, which is passing off the ideas of someone else as your own (not just copying words), students should carefully use MLA citation of sources. They should also use the four-part evidence analysis model for writing:
1) claim
2) background for evidence
3) evidence (quotations, paraphrase, summary, statistics, images, interviews)
4) commentary on evidence
Core
Bellwrite #17: For a research project, is it better for a teacher to just tell you what you final objective is or to also tell you the steps for getting there? Why?
We discussed the bellwrite question and then considered how Adam Smith would have responded. In the spirit of Adam Smith, students were invited to decide how they wanted to review the homework reading prior to a quiz:
Continuing in the spirit of Adam Smith, students were invited to decide how to grade their own quizzes, keeping their best long-term self interest in mind. Students were given excerpts from "The Wealth of Nations" and invited to decide how they wanted to learn it. They had some time in class, homework time tonight, and the first 20 minutes of class tomorrow to learn it. They can use any resources they desire, including the teacher, but they are free to determine how best to learn it.
Interestingly, in class some students spontaneously used division of labor to accomplish this learning goal. The teacher took the role of government according to Smith, to protect against fraud and against individuals who are thinking only of their own short-term interest. Tomorrow, we will reflect on the strengths and weaknesses of a free market system based on this experience.
Homework:
- Understand the excerpts from "The Wealth of Nations."
- Continue working on the Family Past assignment.
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