Task:
Write a report on a technological advancement in your field:
1. Introduction
In this section you should briefly mention why you are interested in this topic and include some background to introduce the topic. One paragraph should be sufficient, and you should end this paragraph with a purpose statement outlining the structure of the rest of the report.
2. Description of the Technology
In this section you should include some of the following based on the topic that you chose:
• Explain how the technology works: Give a clear, concise technical description.
• Key components: Identify and describe the main features, processes, or mechanisms involved.
• Current applications: Discuss how the technology is being used in real-world scenarios or industries related to the students' field
3. Individual research
In this section you should independently research the literature in this area. You should select research to help you critically discuss different aspects of your chosen topic. You can include different opinions from experts or researchers to show different sides of the topic.
• Summarize relevant research: Identify key studies or papers that have contributed to the understanding or development of the technology.
• Compare viewpoints: Analyse different perspectives or findings from multiple sources.
After reviewing the literature, you should
• Clearly state your position on the topic.
• Weigh up the benefits and concerns presented by different researchers, considering, efficiency, cost, and potential ethical or environmental issues, for example.
• Based on the evidence, decide which perspective is more convincing and summarize the key findings.
• You might argue that the benefits of the technology outweigh the risks with proper safeguards.
4. Conclusion & Future Implications
Your report should have a short conclusion. You should:
• Summarize key findings: Briefly revisit the main points discussed in the report.
• Predict future developments: Suggest how the technology might evolve and its potential impact on the field.
• Recommendations: Propose any recommendations for further research or applications.
KeKey Requirements
y Requirements
Idea Development
• You should write a report of a technological advancement in your field.
Source Use & Application
• You should use a minimum of 5 academic sources (all sources must be published in English).
Organisation
• You should include the following 5 sections with clear headings in your report: (1) Introduction,
(2) Description, (3)Individual research, (4) Conclusion & Implications, and (5) Reference List.
Other
• You should write 1,250 words (+/-10%) not counting the title and reference list.
• You should cite and reference all sources using the XJTLU APA referencing format.