Discussion Post
• What are analysis and synthesis, and how are they used in academic writing? Discuss their use in the humanities, the social sciences, and the natural sciences. Your answer should be at least 300 words.
• What is a literature review, and what is its purpose? Your answer should be at least 100 words.
• What have you learned about the similarities and differences in research and writing in the humanities, the social sciences, and the natural sciences? Think about purpose, methods, and results. Do similarities or differences predominate? Use specifics from the course work in your answer, which should be at least 300 words.
• What is an annotated bibliography, and how does it differ from a literature review? Your answer should be at least 100 words.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.