Book Source 2

Title of the Book (in italics when typed, underlined when written)  Ex: Twilight	Move The Crowd
Author(s) or Editor Ex: Stephanie Meyer	Gregor and Dimitri Ehrlich
Publisher  Ex: Little, Brown and Company	MTV Books/Pocket Books
Year of Publication  Ex: 2003	1999
City of Publication Ex: New York	New York
Mode of Access (Print if you read the actual book, Electronic if you found it online, or through your kindle/nook/ereader): Ex: Print	Print
Eddition if indicated:

FIVE FACTS FROM THE SOURCE (Embedded): EX: After having known Edward for just a few short months, Bella admits that “it would cause [her] physical pain to be separated from him now" (Meyer 283).

Queen Pen, a famous Hip-hop artist said "There's so much money in the Hip-hop industry right now that people shouldn't be struggling" (90).

Like busta rhymes said, even with dance, "underground music is the core of the hip-hop fabric" (89). Choreographers and dancers arwe always looking to the underground music for inspiration and something new and unique.

The Hip-hop industry "is a demoralizing business", according to Q-tip from A Tribe Called Quest. Directors will choose choreographers because of connections rather than true, raw talent.They no longer do what is right, but whatever they want.

Although the industry is unfair, "As a true artist, you should never edit your creativity. If you feel something, you should right it. Put it out. Practice it. Know it. It's part of you. It's your art" (84). You don't dance "to get paid. I've always loved to do this because I appreciate the art form" (130).

In this business, you do your best and strive to be the best, but you can't "pleaase everybody" (127).

Summary of Source (Three-Four Sentences of the Who, What, Where, Why, and How in your own words. NO OPINION):

This book is a collection of famous hip-hop artists giving their views on life and the hip-hop industry. They tough on problems that people trying to make it in the industry face. As well as problems people in the industry still face.


Credibility of Source:
Author or Editor: Who is the author? What training have they had? If there is no author, examine the editor.


The authors of this book are not experienced in music but very experienced in writing for numerous publications. Dimitri happens to also be a musician who has released albums.

Attachment: Does the author or editor have anything to gain from writing this, or is it simply informative?



It is simply informative, the author has nothing to gain.


Bias: Do you detect a bias (a favoring of either side) in the author's writing?

No, i do not detect any bias.



References: Does the author cite references in the writing? If so, do these add or take away from the credibility?

Yes, the authors cite references to a vast number of artists, which indoubtedly adds to the credibility.

USED FOR:

The history section of my research, as well as in my general information about problems in the industry today.

Title of the Book (in italics when typed, underlined when written)  Ex: Twilight	The New Beats
Author(s) or Editor Ex: Stephanie Meyer	S.H. Fernando Jr.
Publisher  Ex: Little, Brown and Company	Anchor Books, Doubleday
Year of Publication  Ex: 2003	1994
City of Publication Ex: New York	New York
Mode of Access (Print if you read the actual book, Electronic if you found it online, or through your kindle/nook/ereader): Ex: Print	print
Eddition if indicated:	first

FIVE FACTS FROM THE SOURCE (Embedded): EX: After having known Edward for just a few short months, Bella admits that “it would cause [her] physical pain to be separated from him now" (Meyer 283).

According to The New Beats, "America stands in the midst of a renaissance of black culture, propelled  to a lrage degree by the energy of hip-hop" (xxii).

Hip-hop music was "Manifesting itself in such forms as...break dancing," which was one of the early styles that we see evolving today into many different sub-genres of hip-hop dance.

Since music has a direct relationship with dance, the boom of hip-hop music in the industry sparked dancers and even ordinary people to move and groove to the beats of hip-hop music.The element of live music "enhanced the experience of dancing to to recorded music" (35).

The term hip-hop includes "every element- thwe graf, the dance, the music, everything" (16).

Hip-hop appeals to many people, because it was a fun and casual style that does not require "any formal training in dance" (18).

Summary of Source (Three-Four Sentences of the Who, What, Where, Why, and How in your own words. NO OPINION):

The New Beats is a reflection of the rising hiphop culture that is most of what we hear and see in the media today. From songs we all know on the radio, to musical artists and even shows in Las Vegas, Hip Hop culture is now becoming the culture of our generation.

Credibility of Source:
Author or Editor: Who is the author? What training have they had? If there is no author, examine the editor.


This is a credible source because the information is a result of more than a year of continuous research, writing and interviews.

Attachment: Does the author or editor have anything to gain from writing this, or is it simply informative?


It is simply informative.

Bias: Do you detect a bias (a favoring of either side) in the author's writing?

No.

References: Does the author cite references in the writing? If so, do these add or take away from the credibility?

Yes, the author S.H. Fernando Jr. cites countless hiphop artists, songs, as well as lyrics in his writing that add to the credibility of his book.

Use of Source: How will you use this source in your project? 

This source will be used to show the reflection of culture through music, how music effects dance(rs) and how its immense dominance in the industry today.

Source 4

“Specific Page Title or Article Title”  Ex: “Twilight: A negative influence on teens or just harmless fun?”	"Making The Most of Dance Auditions"
Primary Contributor to the Website (if given) (author, editor, producer, etc) Ex: POV	N/A
Title of the Entire Website (not www. )  Ex: CBC News	danceauditions.org
Publisher or Sponsoring Organization of the website (if given) Ex: CBC	N/A
Date Page was Last Revised Ex: 10 September 2010	N/A
Date You Read It Ex: 21 January 2012	8 February 2012
<URL address> (ALL of it) Ex: < http://www.cbc.ca/news/pointofview/2010/09/twilight-is-a-negative-influence-on-teens-or-just-harmless-fun.html>	<http://danceauditions.org/>

FIVE FACTS FROM THE SOURCE (Embedded): EX: The article cites Maria Nikolajeva, a professor of at Cambridge, as saying that Bella does not "in any way promote independent thinking or personal development" in women, instead portraying a woman "meek and willing to do anything for her vampire boyfriend" (POV).

For dancers, a "dance audition is usually what helps to determine whether a dancer has what it takes to enter the industry on a professional basis," making it a very stressful.

Many times, dancers will "attend several of them before they actually get chosen."

It is strenuous and discouraging for dancers, "each time they face rejection, they need to head back home and start the preparation process all over again."

The trick to being successul with auditions, is to "master the moves and make them your own."

Although it is hard to keep your chin up in the face of rejection, and find the motivation to kepp going, your perseverance and "Making the most of your auditions will definitely pay off one day."

Summary of Source (Three-Four Sentences of the Who, What, Where, Why, and How in your own words. NO OPINION):

The  audition process is stressful and nerve-racking. It is so easy to get discouraged and want to giive up when you get rejected by choreographers time and time again. But, the positivity and drive to push through is what sets the good dancers apart from the great. It is a tough industry, where  you are your own boss as well as employee.
Credibility of Source:
Author or Site: Who is the author? What training have they had? If there is no author, examine the site. What is the purpose of the site? Who funds the site?

The purpose of the site is to inform dancers about the struggles of auditioning, and to encourage danceres to have perseverance, and motivation to not be discouraged.
Attachment: Does the author or site have anything to gain from writing this, or is it simply informative? For example, is it a cigarette business posting an article about the benefit of cigarettes, or is it a scientific community unaffiliated with the cigarette business?

The author has no gain from this article, it is simply informative. If anything it is to benefit the reader.
Bias: Do you detect a bias (a favoring of either side) in the author's writing?

There is a bias in that the author feels you should keep going after being rejected numerous times, as opposed to giving up.
References: Does the author cite references in the writing? If so, do these add or take away from the credibility?

The author cites referenceas to very top notch dance studios in LA as well as NY, that show he/she knows what he/she is talking about.

Use of Source: How will you use this source in your project?

I will use this source in my research of being a dancer and what it takes. It is also another problem a dancer faces in their career, and an example for the respectable qualities successful dancers have that deserve recognition.

Source 3

“Specific Page Title or Article Title”  Ex: “Twilight: A negative influence on teens or just harmless fun?”	Brain vs. Brawn: The Key to a Dancer's Success
Primary Contributor to the Website (if given) (author, editor, producer, etc) Ex: POV	N/A
Title of the Entire Website (not www. )  Ex: CBC News	Dancehelp.com
Publisher or Sponsoring Organization of the website (if given) Ex: CBC	N/A
Date Page was Last Revised Ex: 10 September 2010	N/A
Date You Read It Ex: 21 January 2012	3 February 2012
<URL address> (ALL of it) Ex: < http://www.cbc.ca/news/pointofview/2010/09/twilight-is-a-negative-influence-on-teens-or-just-harmless-fun.html>	<http://www.dancehelp.com/articles/dance-performance/dance-mind-Nov09.aspx>

FIVE FACTS FROM THE SOURCE (Embedded): EX: The article cites Maria Nikolajeva, a professor of at Cambridge, as saying that Bella does not "in any way promote independent thinking or personal development" in women, instead portraying a woman "meek and willing to do anything for her vampire boyfriend" (POV).

Although extremely physically demanding, a dancer's success is "equally based on mental capacity."

There are countless nuumbers of talented dancers, but the ones who find success in a professional career will surpass, because "it is the mind and will of the dancer that got them there."

Not only must you perform well, but you must also have  "Focus, comprehension, memorization skills and adaptation," which "are all extremely important to a dancer’s progression."

In being a dancer, your body is everything, therefore "dancers who lack certain vitamins or minerals may find it hard to concentrate! Also, a lack of fats for the brain can easily ruin a dancer’s focus (a dieting dancer can easily run into this problem); take Omega 3, Evening Primrose Oil or Flaxseed Oil supplements as well as a multi-vitamin."

A wise tip provided by the website is to "dance from the heart and head and the body will follow!"

Summary of Source (Three-Four Sentences of the Who, What, Where, Why, and How in your own words. NO OPINION):

The author of the article elaborates on the importance of mental sharpness as much as tphysical sharpness being a dancer. In being successful, you must also be smart, because your talent alone will not get you to the top. Tips are provided for mental and physical health.

Credibility of Source:
Author or Site: Who is the author? What training have they had? If there is no author, examine the site. What is the purpose of the site? Who funds the site?

The site is called "dancehelp," so by deductive reasoning i assume it is meant to advise dancers and answer common questions. It is to inform people about dance news, tips, and forums. The site is funded by dance studios.


Attachment: Does the author or site have anything to gain from writing this, or is it simply informative? For example, is it a cigarette business posting an article about the benefit of cigarettes, or is it a scientific community unaffiliated with the cigarette business?

No, the author has no gain from the website, it is simply to help.

Bias: Do you detect a bias (a favoring of either side) in the author's writing?

I do not detect a bias because everything the author says is logical, credible, and not opinion-based.

References: Does the author cite references in the writing? If so, do these add or take away from the credibility?

The author cites reference to certain health prodects and vitamins necessary for maintaining mental health. This makes it seem like the author know what he/she is talking about.

Use of Source: How will you use this source in your project?

I will use this source as a means to prove successful dancers deserve respect and that they work hard for it. It is a real job with high demands.

Source 2

“Specific Page Title or Article Title”  Ex: “Twilight: A negative influence on teens or just harmless fun?”	"Free to Dance"
Primary Contributor to the Website (if given) (author, editor, producer, etc) Ex: POV	Madison Davis Lacy
Title of the Entire Website (not www. )  Ex: CBC News	pbs.org
Publisher or Sponsoring Organization of the website (if given) Ex: CBC	PBS
Date Page was Last Revised Ex: 10 September 2010	N/A
Date You Read It Ex: 21 January 2012	2 February 2012
<URL address> (ALL of it) Ex: < http://www.cbc.ca/news/pointofview/2010/09/twilight-is-a-negative-influence-on-teens-or-just-harmless-fun.html>	<http://www.pbs.org/wnet/freetodance/timeline/timeline10.html>

FIVE FACTS FROM THE SOURCE (Embedded): EX: The article cites Maria Nikolajeva, a professor of at Cambridge, as saying that Bella does not "in any way promote independent thinking or personal development" in women, instead portraying a woman "meek and willing to do anything for her vampire boyfriend" (POV).

African Americans have had a huge impact on what dance in america is today, "Without the African contribution, we would not have had American dance as we know it"

Over the years, dancers has evolved drastically from dancing "for themselves and one another," to dancing for an audience, and for money.

African movement has influenced dance styles such as "jazz, ballet...concert modern dance," "todays hip hop and freestyle."

Unlike any other culture, "African influence can be found in American music and dance."

All dancers start from humble beginnings, and "many dances made it into the mainstream spotlight."

Summary of Source (Three-Four Sentences of the Who, What, Where, Why, and How in your own words. NO OPINION):

The purpose of this source is to provide a history of american dance and music as it is so greatly influenced and shaped by african culture. From the beginnings of slavery, to the popularity of dance moves, to small stages, to big audiences, to new dance styles, to the entertainment industry we see today. The movement we see in modern dance styles today with dance companies as well as with musical artists is immensely african based.
Credibility of Source:
Author or Site: Who is the author? What training have they had? If there is no author, examine the site. What is the purpose of the site? Who funds the site?

The source is credible because it provides historical evidence to prove how dance has evolved and how African culture has been a catheter for that.

Attachment: Does the author or site have anything to gain from writing this, or is it simply informative? For example, is it a cigarette business posting an article about the benefit of cigarettes, or is it a scientific community unaffiliated with the cigarette business? 

The author does not benefit from this, it is simply informational. Although it mentions a movie  that tells the story of the timeline displayed on the website. So  perhaps it would get people to buy the series. 

Bias: Do you detect a bias (a favoring of either side) in the author's writing?

No i do not.
References: Does the author cite references in the writing? If so, do these add or take away from the credibility?

Yes, the author makes countless references alluding to historical facts and direct information from primary sources.
Use of Source: How will you use this source in your project?

I will use this source to open the history of my project topic, how problems originated from the early years of dance into what problems  remain now.

First Source

“Specific Page Title or Article Title”  Ex: “Twilight: A negative influence on teens or just harmless fun?”	"Career Information"
Primary Contributor to the Website (if given) (author, editor, producer, etc) Ex: POV	N/A
Title of the Entire Website (not www. )  Ex: CBC News	collegegrad
Publisher or Sponsoring Organization of the website (if given) Ex: CBC	N/A
Date Page was Last Revised Ex: 10 September 2010	N/A
Date You Read It Ex: 21 January 2012	31 January 2012
<URL address> (ALL of it) Ex: < http://www.cbc.ca/news/pointofview/2010/09/twilight-is-a-negative-influence-on-teens-or-just-harmless-fun.html>	<http://www.collegegrad.com/careers/proft25.shtml>

FIVE FACTS FROM THE SOURCE (Embedded): EX: The article cites Maria Nikolajeva, a professor of at Cambridge, as saying that Bella does not "in any way promote independent thinking or personal development" in women, instead portraying a woman "meek and willing to do anything for her vampire boyfriend" (POV).

A significant point from the article is that "Dancers and choreographers face intense competition; only the most talented find regular work."

Most dancers train in their youth up until the ages of 17 or 18 when "many have their first professional audition," although they continue to train even after they begin auditioning.

A problem individuals who choose to pursue dancing professionally face is that they "stop performing in their late thirties, but some remain in the field as choreographers, dance teachers, or artistic directors."

The main reason for the short career life of dancers is "the physical demands on the body," and the nature of rehearsals requiring "very long hours."

"Good health and physical stamina," are required to be successful in the dance industry, as well as "self-discipline, patience, perseverance, and devotion."

Summary of Source (Three-Four Sentences of the Who, What, Where, Why, and How in your own words. NO OPINION):

This article basically outlines what it takes to become a dancer, as far as the mental, physical and emotional aspects of it. It specifies the characteristics dancers should have to be successful, and the problems that dancers face day to day in the industry. For example, the physical demand it has on the body, stress on the mind due to the instability financially, and the high competition for jobs. It also provides an estimate on dancers' salary.

Credibility of Source:
Author or Site: Who is the author? What training have they had? If there is no author, examine the site. What is the purpose of the site? Who funds the site?

The purpose of the site is to inform individuals about various career choices. funding n/a

Attachment: Does the author or site have anything to gain from writing this, or is it simply informative? For example, is it a cigarette business posting an article about the benefit of cigarettes, or is it a scientific community unaffiliated with the cigarette business?

Bias: Do you detect a bias (a favoring of either side) in the author's writing?

No, I did not detect any bias favoring either side of the situation. The article simply educates the reader with information necessary to any aspiring dancers prior to their decision on taking the dance career path. The website does not benefit from the article.

References: Does the author cite references in the writing? If so, do these add or take away from the credibility?

Yes, the author makes reference to the American Guild of Musical Artists when talking about company dancers.

Use of Source: How will you use this source in your project?

  I plan to apply this source's information about the difficulties dancers face to strengthen my position that there are many problems in the dance industry. Because most people don't know how hard it really is, and that it is a lifestyle, i plan to use this information, as evidence of what goes on.

Senior Project Proposal

Proposed Topic in the form of an  Essential Question:

Are kids today sufficiently supported and prepared by their parents and teachers to be successful through the pursuit of their aspirations?

Rationale for Choice

What about this topic appeals to you? Why did you choose it?

The fact that i can relate to the topic, and i see it as a problem in the lives of people i know or meet, it appeals to me. I chose it because it is a serious problem that really concerns me.

What do you already know about this subject?

I am already aware about situations I know of by observation and experience, and by stories i have read or heard.

What are you hoping to learn about the subject?

I am hoping to learn more perhaps about the effects of discouragement on young adults scientifically as well as what a solution may be. As well as how it effects them as they get older and for the rest of their lives.

What are you most interested in regarding the topic?

I am most interested in seeing how this problem can be changed, regarding the topic.                                                                                                                                                

What potential risks or challenges do you foresee for your project?

Potential risks could be finding research beyond the scientific side. A challenge I foresee for my project is figuring out what a realistic and effective solution to the problem could be.