Please Read And Critique These Science News Articles

Please Read And Critique These Science Related News Articles For Next

Please read and critique these science related news articles for next week: An article from NASA about a new exoplanet (planet outside the solar system) (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. The same topic but from CNN (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. An article from Fox News about scientists trying to drill into the earth's mantle. (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. To hand in: In preparation for class, please write a brief 1 paragraph critique of each article. Format: single spaced, Time New Roman font 11; estimated total length: ~1 page. You can include one sentence about the content of the article but the bulk of it should focus on whether you think this work is credible. Some things you can consider include: The author’s background Do they provide references and links to support their statements? Is their writing clear and well supported? Can you sense any bias? Do they include sensational language?

Paper For Above instruction

Critiquing science news articles requires assessing their credibility, authorship, supporting evidence, clarity, and potential biases. The first article from NASA discusses a newly discovered exoplanet, which, given NASA’s reputation, suggests a high likelihood of credible scientific reporting. NASA’s articles typically provide detailed references and rely on peer-reviewed research, enhancing their credibility. The language used is generally precise and free from sensationalism, reflecting NASA’s scientific standards. Conversely, CNN’s article on the same topic may vary in credibility, depending on whether it cites primary sources or scientific studies directly or resorts to sensational language intended for broader audiences. While CNN reports on scientific discoveries, sometimes it simplifies or sensationalizes aspects to attract readership, which warrants cautious evaluation of the content. The third article from Fox News about scientists drilling into the Earth’s mantle shifts focus from space science to earth sciences and is likely to have different standards. News outlets like Fox often emphasize the novelty or danger of scientific endeavors, sometimes oversimplifying or sensationalizing complex topics. It’s crucial to evaluate whether the article cites reputable scientific sources or relies mainly on expert opinions. Overall, assessing these articles involves examining the author's credentials, the use of references, language tone, and whether they maintain journalistic integrity without undue sensationalism or bias.

References

  • NASA. (2023). New Exoplanet Discovery: [Title of NASA’s article]. NASA.gov. https://www.nasa.gov
  • CNN. (2023). Space scientists discover new exoplanet. CNN.com. https://www.cnn.com
  • Fox News. (2023). Geoscientists attempt to drill into Earth's mantle. FoxNews.com. https://www.foxnews.com
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