1. Adichie (TedTalk, “The Danger of a Single Story”)
   Adichie cautions us against reducing individuals or cultures to a single story. I’ll steer clear of presumptions and try to tell complex, fact-supported stories in my social science writing. I’ll make sure a range of voices and viewpoints are represented in my research.

2.Lee & Tan
Tan and Lee both highlight Asian-American subcultures while examining identity, family, and belonging. Outsider perspectives highlight cultural misunderstandings, while insider perspectives highlight language and expectation difficulties. I wish they had talked about intergenerational communication more. I’ll inquire about the interviewee’s internal conflicts as well as how other people perceive their culture.

3. Experience with Image Observation
I discovered that fieldwork requires openness, patience, and attention to detail. While conducting fieldwork, I observed how my presumptions changed as I made observations. I was able to identify trends through summarizing, and I was forced to consider the accuracy and morality of my notes during discussion.

4. Wehle
Wehle employs three fundamental fieldwork techniques: conversation, sensory detail, and introspection. She investigates the idea of time as a narrative device and

5. Mama Day in Naylor
This passage’s blending of memory, spirit, and culture made me think of Toni Morrison’s Beloved. Naylor’s rich dialogue and striking imagery made her lyrical style stand out. I noticed more intricate cultural allusions and narrative layers when I read it again. This demonstrates how ethnographic writing can reveal cultural identity by fusing fact and fiction.

6. Shively & Baldwin
Baldwin discusses the rich cultural background and emotional and social complexities of being Black in America. A fieldworker may inquire about customs or networks of support within the community. For more in-depth information, they could consult archival or oral histories. The passage of time between Baldwin and Shively’s works demonstrates both cultural change and continuity. I would include next steps, such as interacting with artists or activists in the area.

7. A Single Course Learning Goal
“Conducting and composing original fieldwork” was my primary goal. I performed on being present and analytical while I observed. Learning how to convert actual occurrences into socially significant stories has helped me grow.

8. A Literature Review’s Advantages
A literature review frames the research and lends credibility to it. Mine aids in placing my subject in the context of ongoing discussions. The gaps that academics leave behind, particularly with regard to youth voices, are what most interest me. My review’s goal is to draw attention to those gaps. I need to sharpen my synthesis in order to make this clear.

9. Outline in reverse
Yes, I was able to see where my argument was going as well as clarify my structure thanks to the reverse outline. I’ll employ this technique to ensure that every paragraph in my future papers bolsters my thesis.

10. The Process of Composition
Finding a balance between academic writing and personal voice has proven to be the most beneficial lesson. I learned from field notes, drafts, and feedback that writing is messy, but that revision leads to clarity.

11. King: The Civil Rights Movement
MLK urges behavioral scientists to support social change and reveal injustice. It serves as a reminder that social science involves more than just observation. This encourages me to write about important research topics.