Day31 : Source Synthesis Part1

Source Synthesis Part 1
Identifying Main Ideas & Using a Matrix (using PIE structure) Objectives:
We will be able to........

1.  Learn how to properly integrate multiple sources into paragraphs  
2.  Learn some expressions to use when synthesizing sources
3.  Practice critiquing and synthesizing sources

ANNOUNCEMENT:
Late homework: 5 points off from whatever score you receive for your final version.

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Discussion: Why synthesize sources?Open up the document Why synthesize sources and work in groups. 1. Choose one option which sounds more convincing and provide the reasons.2. Identify the differences between options A and B.     Choose the better one and provide the reasons. 

Types of Source Synthesis  PPT
Let's learn what types of source synthesis are possible.

APA Style Sample Synthesis  from Writer's Help (Log In required)

Another Synthesis Chart Example

Source: http://www.eea.europa.eu/soer/synthesis/synthesis/chapter6.xhtml

Synthesis PIE Outline for GRP

Synthesis PIE Outline for IRP

Homework

DUE Sunday, April, 7th 11:59PM

If you have not read your sources, please do so. 
Download the Synthesis PIE Outline for IRP template.
Name the file "Synthesis PIE Outline for IRP_YOURNAME" and 
save the file to the IRP dropbox folder.
Please complete the chart for at least 3 sources. 
Final source synthesis chart for all of the sources will be due Tuesday, April 9th.