Difference between a sociologist and a journalist

1. Summarize the articles.
2. Provide a comparison and contrast of how a sociologist and a journalist approach the subject (For
   example, what is considered convincing evidence? What are the standards of objectivity or “fairness” in
   discussing a topic? What are the differences in the amount of attention given to the larger social context of
   a problem? What are the differences in the sophistication of the causal reasoning)?
3. Include detailed references of the articles as an appendix.
   D. Criteria for evaluation
4. Accuracy of summary.
5. Integration with class and with readings.
6. Level of critical analysis as opposed to pure summary.
7. Composition and mechanics.

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