In Unit I, you became familiar (or more familiar) with some of the unique and amazing cultures of Paleo-America …

Instructions

In Unit I, you became familiar (or more familiar) with some of the unique and amazing cultures of Paleo-America (a.k.a. ancient America). As we learned, researchers, including archeologists, historians, geologists, and others, are continuing to discover new and exciting information about the Paleo-American cultures.  

Assignment Instructions

After reading the Unit I Lesson, Section 1.1 (The Americas) from the online textbook and viewing the Required Videos, select either one tribal culture, an event, or a theory discussed that relates to Paleo-America. Once you have selected a topic, go to the CSU Online Library and locate a peer-reviewed, full-text article that focuses on your topic. Select an article that you are confident that you will be able to use to write an analysis and reflection.

Your assignment will contain two parts.  

Part 1: Article Content Analysis

In this Article Content Analysis section of the Unit I Assignment, perform the following:

Write a 300-word essay, discussing the content of the article you selected.

Make certain to identify the article’s thesis and provide a summary of the thesis’ main points.

Provide an insightful and thorough analysis of the article using cited evidence from the article. (Do not give your personal opinion and do not utilize additional resources.)

In-text citations and a reference for the article are required.

Part 2: Article Reflection  

In this Article Reflection section of the Unit I Assignment, perform the following:

Write a 200-word in-depth reflection of the article, considering the viability of the thesis, strategies used to collect data, and article findings.

Provide insightful personal viewpoints on the success (or lack thereof) of the article and its findings. (Personal opinions should be given and supported with information from the article.)

In Part 2, you are not required to use in-text citations or a reference for the article unless you determine they are necessary and appropriate. Additional references should not be used. Keep your focus on the selected article.  

You will combine Part 1 and Part 2 in the same document and submit them as one document. Your total paper should be a minimum of two pages in length.  

Review these three suggested strategies to successfully accomplish the Unit I Assignment.  

Getting Started: Do not begin to work on the assignment until you have read (in full) the Unit I Study Guide and read or viewed the assigned Required Unit Resources. After you have read or viewed all the Unit I material, carefully review the assignment rubric so that you are aware of how your assignment will be evaluated. Take time to preview the online Library, the Writing Center, and APA resources provided. Reach out to your instructor if you have any questions.  

The Library: The following are recommended electronic databases to use for this assignment: America: History and Life; JSTOR; and Academic Search Ultimate. Be sure to select an article that interests you and is understandable. Peer-reviewed articles may include a lot of scientific data and sometimes appear very complex. Be sure to read an article thoroughly, prior to making your selection. If it is boring to you, pick a different article. If it is confusing to you, pick a different article. Reach out to the librarians if you have questions about the library.  

Think about the content: To help you present strong content, use the 5 Ws: who, what, where, when, why. The 5 Ws are all needed for your major components and for this academic level. The why in this assignment is a vital component. Organization of content is important. Content can be strong, but if the organizational structure of your paper is weak, the content can be negatively impacted. Remember to include a clear introduction with a thesis statement, an organized body with supporting evidence, and a conclusion. Use five rounds of proofreading and editing your assignment prior to submission. Give yourself time between each round. This will allow you to see new errors and fix them prior to submission. This is one of the best strategies for writing assignments: five rounds of proofreading and editing. Reach out to the Writing Center staff if you have questions about APA Style or want a second set of eyes on your work. Contact your instructor with any questions you may have.