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Analysis of Sample Papers

Paper 1: Strengths: 1)Used the graphs properly Weaknesses: 1)Not many sources in the introduction Rank: 5 Grade: D+ Paper 2: Strengths: 1) Strong Abstract Weaknesses: 1) Introduction is extremely short, no sources used. 2) Only used one chart  3) Improper title page Rank: 6 Grade: D Paper 3: Strengths: 1) Well-written introduction Weaknesses: 1) Lack of data found Rank: t-2 Grade: A- Paper 4: Strengths: 1) Used many subheadings to make the paper easy to follow along 2) Good use of charts and graphs throughout the paper Weaknesses: Rank: 1 Grade: A Paper 5: Strengths: Good use of charts & subheadings, Weaknesses: Need to be more concise Rank: 4 Grade: B Paper 6: Strengths: Good use of data Weaknesses: Follow up studies are questionable Rank: t-2 Grade: A-
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Introduction

        “Cell phones are almost always on-hand and allow users to connect with an array of services and networks at almost any time and any place” (Lepp, Barkley, Karpinski, 2014). With cell phones becoming more popular and powerful in today’s society, it can be very easy to become distracted when using one. These cell phones have become a liability in the educational world, especially when it comes to college students (Lepp, Barkley, Karpinski, 2014; Kuznekoff, Titsworth, 2012). In college, most classes are lecture based, it’s crucial that you focus your attention throughout the class and take the best notes possible. ‘‘During lecture learning, students must continuously and simultaneously listen, select important ideas, hold and manipulate lecture ideas, interpret the information, decide what to transcribe, and record notes’’ (Kiewra et al., 1991, p. 241). With various technological advancements, such as texting and social media, it’s easy to become of...
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