Research Paper:
Each student will be responsible for their own individual research paper on one of the following assigned topics (See Groups 1-4 below for topics).
Group Presentation:
Students with the same research paper topic will be grouped together, and are required to do a 10-15 minute class presentation in the form of a debate. Half of this group will support one side and the other half will argue the opposing side.
Group 1: Traditional (film) vs. Digital Dental Radiography
The main focus of this 3-4 page research paper (APA format) is to compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages for the assigned topic. Your individual paper will research BOTH sides, but you will support only one side for the group debate presented to the class. Your research should prepare you to take either side. Be able to support your argument based on your research findings.
See Rubric and for each category be sure to read all criteria to get details on how you will be graded.
You are required to utilize the writing center (verify your visit with a dated signature by writing center personnel). You are also urged to refer to the following handout and visit the following links:
comma usage: (Links to an external site.)grammar.ccc.comma.net.edu/grammar/commas.htm
owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/607/02/
(Links to an external site.)
APA format: owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/607/02/
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Radiology Research Project
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTopic-FocusedResearch is on the assigned topic and focuses on advantages/disadvantages, comparing and contrasting in preparation for a group presentation to the class in form of a debate. |
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15.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganizationContent portion of paper is organized with subheaders: Intro, Body, and Conclusion, and content clearly flows from Intro, body, conclusion. |
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15.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammarSpelling errors, use of commas, sentence/paragraph formation, punctuation |
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15.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormattingLength: Title page, abstract page, three to four content pages, and a reference page. Double-spaced, 12 point font, 1″ margins, Times New Roman font. Must use 3-5 total references. |
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15.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA formatEntire paper follows APA format to include: title page, abstract page, running heads, in-text citations, separate reference page w/ correct format for citing the type of references used. You must verify your visit to the writing center as part of your APA format grade. |
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15.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGroup PresentationEach group will be divided to argue/support one side and present to the class in the form of a debate. Presentation will be 10 minutes (+ or – 5 minutes) and will clearly state advantages/disadvantages and/or compare/contrast for the assigned topic |
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25.0 pts |
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Total Points: 100.0 |
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