Touchstone 2.2: Create Annotated Bibliography: Using your research question, working thesis, and outline from Touchstone 1.2, create annotated bibliography that provides a synopsis of your sources and an explanation of how you will use them. As this assignment builds on Touchstone 1.2: Write Research Question, Thesis, and Outline, that Touchstone, as well as Touchstone 2.1, must be graded before you can submit your annotated bibliography.

A. Assignment Guidelines

DIRECTIONS: Refer to the list below throughout the writing process. Do not submit your Touchstone until it meets these guidelines. Refer to the Sample Touchstone for additional guidance on structure, formatting, and citation.

1. Annotated Bibliography

Make sure to:

Alphabetize the entries, according to AP Style. Include the required bibliographic information in AP format for each entry. Include 5-6 sent for each entry that provide a short summary of the source (with page or para-numbered citations) and how you plan to use it to support your argument. Include at least seven entries in your annotated bibliography, all of which must be credible (i.e., authentic, reputable, authoritative), reliable (e.g., contains current and valid data collection and analysis), and relevant academic sources.(Use Google Scholar if you do not have access to an academic search database through your institution). Choose your own sources, but use no more than three websites (there is no limit on the number of online scholarly journals used). Thoroughly check the formatting requirements for the different source types. After each relevant entry indicate the source type in parentheses (book, peer-reviewed journal, newspaper/magazine, and credible website) by including the source type in parentheses after the relevant entry.

2. Reflection Have you displayed a clear understanding of the research activities? Have you answered all reflection questions including specific and concrete examples that provide thoughtful insight in all responses? Are your answers included on a separate page below the main assignment?

B. Reflection Questions

DIRECTIONS: Below your assignment, include answers to all of the following reflection questions.

1. Accurately recording bibliographic information is essential and saves you time, as you can transfer this information to the References page of your drafted essay. Each source entry should include a brief summary of the source as well as 3-4 sent describing how you intend to use that source to build or support your argument. Discuss how your annotated bibliography meets these criteria. (2-3 sent)
2. Which strategies were most helpful for you when searching for credible sources? (2-3 sent)
3. What difficulties did you face while searching for credible sources? How did you overcome these difficulties? (2-3 sent)

Research Question and Working Thesis:

Research Question:Should using genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in agriculture be more strictly regulated to address environmental concerns, potential health risks, and ethical considerations?

Working Thesis: The use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in agriculture should be subjected to stricter regulations due to the environmental Impact on biodiversity, potential health risks associated with consumption, and ethical concerns surrounding corporate control over seed patents.

Detailed Outline:

1. Introduction

A. Brief overview of the widespread use of GMOs in agriculture

B. Working thesis statement

II. Environmental Concerns

A. Impact on biodiversity

1. Disruption of ecosystems

2. Cross-contamination with non-GMO crops

B. Overreliance on monoculture

1. Increased vulnerability to pests and diseases

2. Soil degradation

III. Health Risks

A. Potential allergenic effects

1. Lack of long-term studies on human health

2. Unknown consequences of genetic modifications on allergenicity

B. Antibiotic resistance

1. Use of antibiotic resistance genes in GMOs

2. Concerns about the transfer of resistance to human pathogens

IV. Ethical Considerations

A. Corporate control over seed patents

1. Farmer dependence on seed purchases

2. Monopolistic practices of biotechnology companies

B. Lack of transparency in labeling

1. Consumer right to know about GMO content

2. Potential long-term consequences on human health

V. Addressing Counterarguments

A. Acknowledgment of increased crop yields with GMOs

1. Balancing benefits and risks

2. Alternative methods for improving agricultural productivity

VI. Conclusion

A. Recap of critical points

B. Emphasis on the need for stricter regulations on GMo