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Paper Instructions:
FAVORITE RECORDING GROUP OR ARTIST
Paper Specifics:
1500-2000 words. (This does not include title page or Bibliography)
Standard 12 pt. Font
Times New Roman
1” margins
Double spaced
(This may not be your default setting). PLEASE don’t vary this if you want full credit. *Hint- this is an internet course, as soon as I bring up your paper I can see your settings.
Sources:
Use at least 3 (three) primary sources. Make sure that at least 2 of your sources are NOT the internet. All sources must be documented, in a bibliography, at the end of the paper. Then make sure that you cite your sources throughout your paper (I prefer footnotes, but will accept in text citing if done correctly). You may use MLA or APA format. Again, make sure it is done correctly. (If you do not know how to do this, please contact me ASAP, and I will help you.)
Possible Sources:
Including but NOT limited to (if you are not sure if something would be a source, contact me, and I will help you out):
The Internet. A variety of websites will constitute one primary source. (Be careful that the sites you choose are reliable, for instance, do not use Wikipedia, even though it is easy, it can be unreliable.)
Books. This would include books devoted to the subject or books that have specific information relating to the subject.
Magazines. Any of the trade magazines including Billboard, Variety, Spin, etc. or liner notes.
Documentaries/Video interviews. Often these sources interview
the artist, and are therefore good sources of information.
****Many of these things can be found on the internet…It is fine if you use them, as long as they are just republications of the original and cannot be changed. This is a good source to help you start searching for reliable information. http://www.rasmussen.edu/student-life/blogs/college-life/15-educational-search-engines/
Content:
The body of the paper must include the following:
A historical look at the group or artist…When they signed, what they have accomplished, etc. (40% of the paper)
A personal look at the group…How has/does this group/artist affect you personally? What does this group or artist mean to you? Why? (Please use personal experiences.) (30% of the paper)
A sociological look…What has this group/artist done that has affected our society? Are they involved in charitable groups, politics, or help organizations? How will this artist or group be remembered by the majority of society? (30% of the paper)
Please try to keep the three sections relatively close to the percentages I have given you.
Pict ures and title pages are optional and do not count in the page/word count.
*Plagiarism will not be tolerated. If there is any evidence of plagiarism, you will receive a 0 for the assignment. *hint-it is VERY, VERY easy for me to find.
*Hint: You should always have at least one other person look over your paper before turning it in. Grammar and spelling errors will be counted against you. There are several online sources that check for grammar and spelling errors.
Due on or before Wednesday, May 13th
I will accept NO papers after that for ANY reason!
Total available credit: 100 points
