Journal 3..Chapter 4 & 5..kristen thobe

In chapter 4 I read about how to read critically. It helped me how to think critically when I am doing research on my topic. When I find a source I need to get a preminary theseis statement. In order for me to read actively I am suppose to find key points and write any questions down that I would possibly have. Also, write down any ideas down so I do not forget and write down how i might be able to use them in my paper. When I read, I need to pay attention to the genre, important information, big words, and see if it is a primary or secondary source. When I am reading a source I should read it over a few times and pay attention to imporant and new information. In chapter 5 I read about evaluating sources. I need to look for evidence in my sources in order for me to start my paper. I can evaluate websites, blogs, journals, and books. As for my topic, I have not made a complete decision. I am still in between Chinese culture and teen pregnancy. I think both topics are good and I could possibly write a lot about them. I think I would be able to write more about chinese culture but I think I would be more interested about teen pregnancy because it is a topic that has arose in the past few years.