Discuss the following:
Article critique explained in the syllabus:
• Find two articles that pertain to team building or improving team performance and annotate (in your own words) as you read.
• Note the authors' main points and thesis statements.
• Write a critique encompassing both articles into one document.
• Reference both articles in APA format.
• The entire document should be typed according to APA ed. 6 style (double-spaced).
• The article critique should be approximately two to three pages in length.
• All journal articles selected should be at least four pages in length.
• The article critique is due at the completion of Unit VIII.
PART I: Introduction
Start your critique with sentences giving the following information:
• Author's name
• Book/article title and source
• Author's thesis statement
PART II: Summary
• Summarize the author's purpose and main points/evidence cited that are used for backup.
• Does the author's use and interpretation of this evidence lead the reader to the same conclusion?
• Did the author build a logical argument?
• Is there other evidence that would support a counter-argument?
PART III: Review and Evaluate
To critically review the piece, ask the following questions:
• What are the credentials/areas of expertise of the author?
• Did the author use appropriate methods to gather the evidence?
• Did the author use accurate evidence?
• Does the author's use and interpretation of this evidence lead the reader to the same conclusion?
• Did the author build a logical argument?
• Is there other evidence that would support a counter-argument?
PART IV: Conclusion
Wrap up:
• State whether you agree with the author.
• Back up your decisions by stating your reasons.
• Give a general opinion of the work.
You must Format your paper using APA style. Use your own words, and include citations and references as needed to avoid plagiarism.