Namibia University of Science and Technology School of Human Sciences Department of Technical and Vocational Education and Training Information Competence – ICT521S Level 5 ---------------------------------------------------------------Moderator: Dr. Irja Shaanika Assignment 1 --------------------- Total Marks: 55-------------------- Instructions: Read the instructions in the assignment very carefully Adhere to academic honesty policies and avoid plagiarism Ensure your assignment is neat and numbered according to the questions as stated in the assignment Enquire for clarity from your lecturers/ tutors Assignment will be submitted here through Turnitin A similarity report of 30% or less is acceptable when put through Turnitin As stated on page 3 of our course outline, there will be no second chance should you fail to submit your assignment on time or submitted at the wrong link. Answer all the questions Section A (Evaluation) [25] As an Information Competence student, you are required to evaluate sources/ information and identify credible sources that you can use for academic purposes. Assuming you’re a Physician intern, you are required to identify and select only ONE of the articles provided below that will best answer your research question which is: “Promoting, maintaining, or restoring a vigorous way of life”. Article 1: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/healthy-lifestyle-5-keys-to-a-longer-life2018070514186 Article 2: https://ourworldindata.org/food-choice-vs-eating-local NB: Address each of the following questions below, based on the article you chose above. 1. Which of the above articles is more suitable for your research? [2] 2. Who is the author of this information? [2] 3. Is there a link to the author's biographical information? If mention how one can access it. [2] 4. Does the author have a qualification associated with the topic at hand? If yes, mention the qualification? [2] 5. Was the article published? If yes, who is the publisher? [1] 6. According to the URL, what type of site is this? Entertainment, education, government or academic? [1] 7. Do you regard this information as current or outdated? Why? [2] 8. Are the links in the article functional? IF yes, give an example of one link. [2] 9. Are there spelling, grammar, or other typographical errors? [1] 10. Who is the intended audience? [2] 11. Can you verify this information from another source? Give an example [2] 12. Is the website funded by a for profit organization? [1] 13. Does the point of view appear objective and impartial? [1] 14. Does the article include in text citations and a list of references at the end? [1] 15. Does the author have a vested interest on the information published and why? [2] 16. Is the site still under construction? [1] Section B (Essay) [30] Contentious topics are the ones that are likely to cause an argument or a debate. These are topics were valid argumentative points are raised and advantages and disadvantages are singled out. Different people can have different views about it; thus, some may tend to express their support for the topic while some may not support the ideas or views. Using any of the provided categories of topics below, pick one and derive a much suitable contentious topic and write an essay of not less than 450 words and of not more than two (2) pages, contrasting different views or advantages or disadvantages of the chosen topic. You are encouraged to simplify the topics provided to best produce a suitable topic, an example of a contentious topic can be " Can death penalty be legalized in Namibia". CATEGORIES OF TOPICS TO BE USED Covid-19 trial on humans Online classes for university/high school pupils Gender Based Violence protests by youths in Namibia Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund purchasing laptops for students Public-private partnership in Namibia Salary cuts due to the global pandemic Forex trading as a source of income for the youth Your essay should be structured as follows: INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Write an essay about a current contentious topic in Namibia (Pick from the scope of topics provided only). a) Clearly outline the major sides of each argument. b) The sources of each of your argument should not be older than 5 years. c) Present your own evaluation and conclusion based on the arguments presented. d) Use Mendeley software for your references and paraphrasing. APA referencing style as described in the ICT course material to be used. e) Use Turnitin, the academic plagiarism checker against your essay to detect plagiarism. f) The essay should be 1-2 pages, font type: Times New Roman, font size: 12, justified and 1.15-line spacing. g) Upload your work to the e-learning platform. Hints: Your essay should have an introduction, body where viewpoints are presented, evaluation and conclusion. Represent the different viewpoints as objectively as possible, without bias. Reference all the work / materials that you gained from all sources, use APA style. Conclusion and evaluation should be your own, don't copy it from anywhere. Plagiarized work will not be marked and zero mark will be given. Marking Essay, wording of view point 1 (advantages): 6 marks Essay, wording of view point 2 (disadvantages): 6 marks Essay, wording of own evaluation and conclusion: 4 marks Essay, citing view point 1 using Mendeley: 4 marks Essay, citing view point 2 using Mendeley: 4 marks Reference list using Mendeley: 3 marks Essay well formulated in paragraph structure: 3 marks How to submit: 1. Click on the section you wish to submit 2. Scroll to the bottom of the page 3. Click Submit Paper 4. Load the section you are submitting 5. Repeat the process for Section B and C