Homework
Instructions for Students:
Part 1: Thesis Statement Practice
1. Review the three essay topics below. Write a strong thesis statement
for each topic.
o Topic 1: The importance of mental health awareness in schools.
o Topic 2: The role of technology in modern education.
o Topic 3: The environmental impact of fast fashion.
Part 2: Formatting Makeover
1. Below is a poorly formatted paragraph:
"In today's world, technology plays a crucial role in education. from online
learning platforms to interactive classrooms, students and teachers alike
benefit greatly from these advances. But it's important to ensure that
technology is accessible and equitable for all learners. Teachers must also be
trained in using these tools effectively. Without proper integration,
technology may widen existing gaps instead of bridging them."
2. Use MS Word to:
o Apply 1-inch margins, Times New Roman (12pt) font, and double-
spacing.
o Indent the first line of the paragraph by 0.5 inches.
o Add your name, course name, and date in the header of the
document.
Part 3: Research Sources
1. Evaluate the reliability of the following sources. Identify whether each
source is reliable or unreliable, and explain why.
o Source 1: A blog post on “The Future of AI” (personal opinion).
o Source 2: A peer-reviewed article from an academic journal.
o Source 3: Wikipedia entry on climate change.
o Source 4: A .gov website on environmental policies.
o Source 5: An anonymous YouTube video on space exploration.
o Source 6: A published book by a reputable author.
o Source 7: An article from a well-known newspaper with
citations.
o Source 8: A tweet about the benefits of organic food.
Part 4: Citations Practice
1. Create APA citation for the following:
o Book: The Psychology of Learning by John D. Smith, published
by Academic Press in 2020.
o Journal Article: “The Effects of Climate Change on Agriculture”
by Lisa Green, published in the Journal of Environmental Studies,
Vol. 34, No. 2, in 2021.
o Website: “History of Artificial Intelligence” from the website AI
Research Hub, accessed on January 5, 2025.
Part 5: Submit your assignment in a Word document and upload it
on the G2 Upload Portal.