• Conceptually
• Chronologically
• Methodologically
Generally, you are required to establish the main ideas that have been written on your chosen topic. You may also be expected to identify gaps in the research. A literature review does not summarise and evaluate each resource you find (this is what you would do in an annotated bibliography). You are expected to analyse and synthesise or organise common ideas from multiple texts into key themes which are relevant to your topic (see Figure 20.10 ). Use a table or a spreadsheet, if you know how, to organise the information you find. Record the full reference details of the sources as this will save you time later when compiling your reference list (see Table 20.5 ).
Overall, this chapter has provided an introduction to the types of assignments you can expect to complete at university, as well as outlined some tips and strategies with examples and templates for completing them. First, the chapter investigated essay assignments, including analytical and argumentative essays. It then examined case study assignments, followed by a discussion of the report format. Reflective writing , popular in nursing, education and human services, was also considered. Finally, the chapter briefly addressed annotated bibliographies and literature reviews. The chapter also has a selection of templates and examples throughout to enhance your understanding and improve the efficacy of your assignment writing skills.
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Use what-why-how prompts to increase assignment clarity.
Creating assignments that clearly convey what students should do, why the assignment is important, and how to complete it pays off in three key ways:
The format is as follows:
Here's what I want you to do: Instructor explains what the assignment is.
Here's why I want you to do it: Instructor explains the rationale behind the assignment. Instructor explains why this assignment will contribute to the student's success in class and beyond. Consider referencing stated course outcomes and learning goals, as well as benefits in "real life."
Here's how to do it: Instructor explains how to do the assignment, providing detailed instructions, rubrics, checklists, and exemplars in order to help students clearly see and understand the expectations for the assignment.
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Understanding the assignment, learning objectives.
Outline effective strategies for understanding an essay assignment
One of things that makes the university such a vibrant intellectual space is the variety of pedagogical styles represented on campus; as students, we can attest that this diversity makes for more flexible and creative thinkers. That said, we know that it can be difficult to develop a consistent way to interpret and approach writing assignments when those assignments vary by professor and even by course.
It’s important to get started on your essay as early as you can to allow yourself the most time to develop and revise your ideas. To this end, read through your assignment as soon as you receive it! The rest of this section is dedicated to showing you a useful framework for breaking down a writing prompt.
Consider your perspective on the topic . Ask yourself: “How do I feel about this topic?” This may seem like brainstorming or prewriting, and it is– just think of it as “connection brainstorming.” If we just don’t know much about a topic, it’s difficult to feel any investment in it. So, jot down what you know and feel, even if it’s not much. Then ask yourself “What do I want to know?” or “How could this topic affect me in my personal life?” These questions can help direct your focus later on. On the other hand, you may be heavily invested in a topic and have lots of feelings on the matter. Now, ask yourself, “Why am I heavily invested?” Here, it’s helpful to organize those feelings and knowledge bits because that can also direct your focus and help you see strengths, holes, or biases.
Now that you’ve spent some time with the assignment prompt, it’s time to identify what the assignment is asking you to do. To do so, pay attention to the active verbs of the prompt. If your prompt asks you to “ Analyze Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland ,” make sure your essay is founded on textual analysis . If your prompt asks you to “ Compare the timelines of the Korean War and the Vietnam War,” make sure your paper compares . Identifying these active verbs can give you a basic sense of how your professor will evaluate your essay—Does it analyze the novel? Does it compare the wars?—and can guide your writing to meet those expectations.
In project management, “deliverables” are the specific items that must be delivered to consider the project or project phase completed. In the case of an assignment, the deliverable would be whatever it is you’re supposed to hand in. Is the deliverable a five-page paper? A paper plus bibliography? Just handwritten notes? It’s probably obvious why this information is important, but it can be all too easy to skip this step and end up doing too much work, or too little, or the wrong thing altogether.
Key Information . Once you know what you should be handing in, identify any stipulations regarding length, citation format, the number of required sources (both primary and secondary), and, of course, the due date. Knowing this information will help you to plan your approach and allocate your time: You probably shouldn’t wait until Thursday night to begin outlining the six-page paper due in class on Friday. Having this information will also give you a sense of the extent and scope of your response: If you’re limited to three pages, you probably won’t be able to argue about the evolution of Los Angeles’s urban landscape from 1980 to the present; perhaps you could focus on a single aspect—building height—and hold off on the rest until your 12-page final. Identifying key information can also help you to plan your essay: The tone you adopt (Is it professional or conversational?) and the background that you provide are largely determined by your audience: Are you writing for your professor, your peers, or the general population? Your grasp of key information can help you to contour your approach.
Suggestions Versus Requirements. There are things you must do for an assignment, and there are also things you might do. Professors sincerely want you to succeed. They might provide some suggestions for writing or constructing an argument in response to the prompt. These suggestions can be helpful points of departure, especially if you’re having difficulty formulating a response. They’re also good examples of responses that your professor would accept. If it seems like there are a lot of questions, chances are, you aren’t required to answer all of them (professors don’t want to read essays full of a bunch of disjointed ideas). If you’re not sure whether something is required or just suggested, ask your professor.
Evidence . Also, identify what type of evidence that you’ll need to substantiate your argument: If your professor explicitly asks for a “statistical analysis of American automobile consumption in the past decade,” make sure you draw on statistics. (Often, this information is implied in the language of the prompt: When a prompt asks you to analyze Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, you know you’ll be working with passages from the novel.) If you don’t know what type of evidence your professor expects you to use, ask.
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While some writing assignments are straightforward, others may need careful deciphering to make sure you are following the guidelines. Looking carefully at the instructions provided for any writing assignment to be certain that you understand the guidelines not only prevents missteps but can also help you develop strategies for conquering the task ahead.
Some terms found in assignments relate to genres used in different disciplines. Close Reading, Literature Review, Report, Study, Memorandum, and Proposal are some examples of terms that relate to specific formats. There are important distinctions between these genres. For example, a Close Reading of a piece of literature requires more analysis than a Literature Review , which asks for key points of summary that relate to an argument. If you are unfamiliar with these terms and they show up in an assignment, be sure to clarify the guidelines with your instructor.
Ask questions.
One of the most important things to know about understanding assignments is that if an assignment or any part of an assignment confuses you, you can always ask your instructor for clarification. Asking questions might help your instructor to realize what other students might be struggling with as well. Before stopping by office hours or after class with questions, you might first consider the suggestions below so that you can identify exactly what parts of the assignment remain unclear.
Assignments will often contain a variety of terms that can help you to identify the task or tasks you need to perform. The terms generally fall into one of the following categories:
Just like any other text, an assignment can be broken down and analyzed. By keeping in mind that any good essay will have one main goal and one central argument or thesis that incorporates the various subparts, you can begin to determine what shape your essay should take. (In some cases an instructor might not expect an argument or thesis; however, this is rare. If you suspect a thesis is not needed but don’t know for sure, check with your instructor.)
Imagine you have been given this essay prompt: Compare Denmark’s current environmental policies with those of the past. What difficulties have the policies faced over time and how have they been adapted to current environmental concerns? Incorporate the ideas presented in the article by Smith and discuss whether or not the new environmental standards helped or hurt the farmers in Denmark based on the timeline that we discussed in class? What needs to be changed?
Step One: What Should This Essay Really Contain? The essay asks for several tasks of various kinds. 1.) A comparison between past and present environmental policies in Denmark. 2.) A description or summary of the problems these policies have faced and how they have changed. 3.) An analysis of what Smith says about the success and failure of the policies. 4.) An evaluation of what the policies have meant for farmers. 5.) A proposal for changes that would need to be made.
Step Two: What Should The Thesis/Argument Be About? Though the essay asks for a comparison first, that task seems like more of a summary than an argument. The analysis of what Smith says also sounds like the potential central focus, but the analysis seems to be needed mostly to help strengthen the evaluation to come. Since the class is a policy class that focuses on understanding why policies in many governments succeed or fail, it is probably important to evaluate the policies. So task 4 is probably the central argument, combined with task 5.
Step Three: How Should This Essay Be Structured? With tasks 4 and 5 as the central focus, the introduction should include an evaluation in the thesis along with a sense of the proposal. After the thesis, it makes sense to first summarize the past and present policies, which will then lead to a summary of what has changed. Smith could be brought in during both summaries to provide commentary on what has occurred. Once these elements have been established, analyzing the successes and failures of the policies should enter. A proposal could come last and would be based on avoiding future policy failures.
Complete the tasks described above for the following essay assignment. Remember, there might be more than one right way to complete the task.
Sample Art History Assignment: Focusing on Courbet’s painting, Woman with a Parrot , and Cabanal’s painting, Birth of Venus , can you describe the similarities and differences in the way these two artists have depicted the female nude? (Think about the subjects of each of the works when you answer this question.) When it was shown at the Salon, Courbet's painting ignited quite a scandal; Cabanal's, on the other hand, was a favorite with the critics. Which painting had more impact and why? [Assignment taken from http://mysite.pratt.edu/~wtc/sample1.html ]
Possible Solution: 1. Describe, Compare/Contrast, Evaluate (which had more impact) and Argue why. 2. I would argue why the painting I chose had a greater impact. 3. I would begin by describing the scandal in my intro, then include a thesis of evaluation, then describe both paintings in depth (including details of subject matter), then analyze the worth of each, then argue the greater worth of one painting, then analyze why I made that choice.
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Assignments usually ask you to demonstrate that you have immersed yourself in the course material and that you've done some thinking on your own; questions not treated at length in class often serve as assignments. Fortunately, if you've put the time into getting to know the material, then you've almost certainly begun thinking independently. In responding to assignments, keep in mind the following advice.
Understanding some key words commonly used in assignments also may simplify your task. Toward this end, let's take a look at two seemingly impenetrable instructions: "discuss" and "analyze."
1. Discuss the role of gender in bringing about the French Revolution.
A weak discussion essay in response to the question above might simply list a few aspects of the Revolution—the image of Liberty, the executions of the King and Marie Antoinette, the cry "Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite!" —and make separate comments about how each, being "gendered," is therefore a powerful political force. Such an essay would offer no original thesis, but instead restate the question asked in the assignment (i.e., "The role of gender was very important in the French Revolution" or "Gender did not play a large role in the French Revolution").
In a strong discussion essay, the thesis would go beyond a basic restatement of the assignment question. You might test the similarities and differences of the revolutionary aspects being discussed. You might draw on fresh or unexpected evidence, perhaps using as a source an intriguing reading that was only briefly touched upon in lecture.
2. Analyze two of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, including one not discussed in class, as literary works and in terms of sources/analogues.
The words "analyze" and "analysis" may seem to denote highly advanced, even arcane skills, possessed in virtual monopoly by mathematicians and scientists. Happily, the terms refer to mental activity we all perform regularly; the terms just need decoding. "Analyze" means two things in this specific assignment prompt.
Second, you need to consider the two tales critically to arrive at some reward for having observed how the tales are made and where they came from (their sources/analogues). In the course of your essay, you might work your way to investigating Chaucer's broader attitude toward his sources, which alternates between playful variation and strict adherence. Your complex analysis of kinds of humor might reveal differing conceptions of masculine and feminine between Chaucer and his literary sources, or some other important cultural distinction.
Analysis involves both a set of observations about the composition or workings of your subject and a critical approach that keeps you from noticing just anything—from excessive listing or summarizing—and instead leads you to construct an interpretation, using textual evidence to support your ideas.
Some Final Advice
If, having read the assignment carefully, you're still confused by it, don't hesitate to ask for clarification from your instructor. He or she may be able to elucidate the question or to furnish some sample responses to the assignment. Knowing the expectations of an assignment can help when you're feeling puzzled. Conversely, knowing the boundaries can head off trouble if you're contemplating an unorthodox approach. In either case, before you go to your instructor, it's a good idea to list, underline or circle the specific places in the assignment where the language makes you feel uncertain.
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Is it possible that you would reach the end of your degree but didn’t attempt any assignment in your academic career? Not really. Well, the importance of assignments is not hidden from us. We all are aware of its significance. Completing assignments is a daunting task, but do you have any idea about their benefits? If not, then keep reading this article. We’ll explain the benefits of assignments in detail and how to finish them fast. Before moving forward, let’s have a brief overview of what an assignment is and its purpose.
Assignments play an important part in the learning process of students. It is a well known assessment method for teachers as well. Additionally, it is not only for students but also for professors. With the help of assignments, professors can evaluate the skills, expertise, and knowledge of students. It also helps teachers assess whether or not pupils have met the learning objectives. Moreover, it allows them to gauge how much students have learned from their lessons.
In education, an “assignment” means a piece of schoolwork that teachers give to students. It provides a range of opportunities to practice, learn, and show what you’ve learned. When teachers assign assignments, they provide their students with a summary of the knowledge they have learned. Additionally, they assess whether students have understood the acquired knowledge. If not, what concerns do they may have?
Teachers give homework to help students in their learning. Doing homework shows they are good at it, responsible, and can manage their time wisely. College professors also give homework to check how well students understand what they learned. Clarity is required when planning an assignment on a number of issues. As a result, the following factors are taken into account by your teacher when creating the structure for your assignment.
Instructors usually follow these three aspects when evaluating an assignment.
Aspects of Assignment Evaluation
The assignment and the method used to evaluate the results are in line with the learning objectives.
Teachers draw distinctions and assign grades based on the outcomes. The score is consistently calculated based on the predefined parameters. It guarantees that the grades are evaluated in a meaningful way.
An assignment’s goal should be obvious. The primary goal of this assignment is to teach students what they will learn. Also, how to finish that assignment. Teachers need to specify what they expect from the assignment and how they are going to evaluate it.
There are different types of writings that teachers assign to students at the college or university level. Some of writing assignment types are:
Types of Assignment Writing
It presents the author’s viewpoint on a subject with supporting data and may also argue its case. The essay structure consists of three main components: introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion. Essays are of different types, such as analytical essays, compare and contrast essays, and persuasive essays. You can also buy essays from an online writing service.
A report offers information about an issue in a clear and organized manner. You may have learned this information through reading, research, experiments, and measurements in the field or lab. You might also have gained it from your personal experiences. Additionally, reports have different structures depending on the subject or discipline. The basic structure of the report consists of an abstract, introduction, methodology, findings, discussion, conclusion, and appendices.
A literature review may be assigned as a standalone assignment. In the literature review, the goal is to summarize the key research relating to your topic. Alternatively, it might be a section of a lengthy project, like a research report or thesis. The goal would be to justify the need for more research on the topic you have selected.
A literature review or essay synthesizes various sources and incorporates them into a single discussion about a topic. In contrast, an annotated bibliography evaluates and summarizes each reading independently. Each reading is typically presented alphabetically based on the first letter of the lead author’s surname. It is difficult to generate an annotated bibliography. But you can get expert help by hiring an online annotated bibliography writing service .
In general, a case study requires the integration of theory and practice. This helps you connect theoretical ideas to real professional or practical situations. A case may be a person, any event, idea, etc. You are analyzing the case by mapping it against a theoretical explanation to understand and see the big picture – What has happened? It may take the form of a report or an essay. Consult your lecturer or tutor and review the assignment question.
The research paper starts with a topic and your research question. Add data from trustworthy sites and properly cite those sources. Moreover, add a claim or argument as your thesis statement. If you don’t know how to write a research paper , you can check our latest guide.
In the response paper, discuss what you’ve read or learned about a particular problem or subject. Evaluate concepts about other readings, talks, or debates. Write in a combination of formal and informal styles. (make sure to consult your professor’s guidelines)
For hard working students, assignments can offer many benefits once they get used to them. They help you get the grades you want and show what you have learned in your classes. You’ll see the benefits of assignments more clearly when you learn about their different types and what your teacher expects. Assignments are an absolute way to do well in your classes.
We have already talked about what an assignment is and its purpose. Let’s explore the impact of homework assignment on students’ learning.
Teachers assign assignments on a variety of subjects and topics. This will help the students to gain knowledge when they work on different kinds of topics. It is one of the best benefits that students receive from assignments. They are also introduced to significant ideas and insightful information.
Suppose your assignment topic is too complex. You have to spend extra time and effort to conduct detailed research to understand the topic. This way, you will not only be able to complete your assignment. But also gain a lot of new information.
There can be a lot of pressure to memorize information exactly. This pressure may lead to simply repeating it when studying for an exam. Students find it challenging to truly grasp the concepts covered in their courses. This results in a lack of deep understanding. On the other hand, when you undertake a challenging assignment, you’ll be applying knowledge to real world issues. These issues often have multiple possible solutions. You’ll find that developing this kind of thinking and improving your assignment writing skills will help you throughout the course and the rest of your academic career.
Another benefit of assignments is when students work on complex projects; their analytical and critical thinking skills are also enhanced. This is an extremely useful skill for students to possess. Since it will help them in their academic and professional journey. We continue to learn from this process regardless of our age.
A great technique to master your course material is to challenge yourself. Give yourself a complex problem to solve and strive to find a solution. Similar to the benefits of homework , you can only improve at something by putting it into practice and giving it a lot of thought. We are always working on these analytical and problem solving skills, and going back to school will force you to develop them even more.
We frequently find ourselves with a lot on our minds but unable to properly and clearly explain it in front of the audience. Assignments help us in improving our writing skills. When you have a habit of writing, then you can communicate easily. Your writing skills will improve because your academic task requires you to write. Another benefit of assignments is that they assist you in writing concisely and clearly.
Sometimes, you might be assigned a very difficult assignment that requires a lot of knowledge, and you are not familiar with it. Handling these complex tasks assists you in persevering when you don’t have enough information. It also helps you to grow confidence in your skills to find the right solution.
Additionally, all students and professionals need to learn how to think under pressure. The assignment gives you the opportunity to do so. Since you probably only have a few days to finish the assignment. You’ll need to not only manage your busy schedule to finish it. But also squeeze in a lot of learning and application of what you’ve learned. Possessing this ability will be beneficial because it will enable you to think clearly under pressure, which will help you succeed in school and in your career.
There is more pressure to perform well on exams when a course has few exams that make up for an important part of your final grade. Smaller assignments that account for a smaller portion of your final grade mean that even if you don’t perform well on one of them, you will still have more chances to improve your grade.
You can feel more at ease knowing that your grades are divided in this manner. This provides you with multiple chances to work towards a higher grade. Many students prefer smaller assessments. These relieve them of worrying about a single test significantly impacting their final grade.
A study conducted among students revealed that students who completed more assignments performed better in their overall academics. They also achieved higher scores in specific subjects.
Due to these tasks, students gain more time management skills, which further empowers them. They learn the ability to allocate their time between assigned tasks and prioritized activities. They are aware of what needs to be done first. How to solve problems faster, and how to turn in their work ahead of schedule. Furthermore, this practice teaches them to use their time wisely.
Completing an assignment requires thoughtful planning. Students’ organizational skills are improved through the information search, sorting, and use of relevant data. Following that, students will be able to plan out when and how to complete their assigned work. Attempting assignments allows them to effectively handle their learning habits. They also help them to apply their knowledge wisely to improve their academic performance.
Applying theoretical concepts to real world situations also gets easier when one learns how to write theoretical assignments. This enables them to be prepared to deal with any problems that arise in the future.
When a subject is taught in a classroom environment, it’s normal for students to not understand it. They are forced to spend more time comprehending and finishing their work when they are assigned assignments on those subjects, though.
This enables them to respond to those questions with ease and proficiency. Regardless of a concept’s technicality, you’ll gain a strong command over it. This happens when you write multiple articles on the same topic or idea.
Doing homework and assignments also helps students get better at researching. When a professor assigns any assignment, students perform thorough research on different topics. This allows them to learn the ability to find useful information and sort it accordingly. Their professional life is positively impacted, and their academic performance is improved by this habit.
When handling a lot of assignments, you will learn to prioritize the task based on its importance. It is a crucial skill that is needed in professional life. Prioritizing your work will help you to complete all your tasks on time. You will be able to meet the deadlines.
You can get help from your colleagues and online resources. But the task of implementing that knowledge is your own. This is exactly what you need to understand concepts.
As you work on your assignments, you can create a relaxing study space that increases productivity. You’ll be able to create a unique working style by doing this. In addition, you can focus on creativity, productivity, learning, and pursuing interests.
Of course, everything has a negative aspect, even though there are definite advantages. Sometimes, students may question the true value of assignments. They wonder if there are any restrictions on this particular grading scheme. Students usually wonder this when they are having difficulty with their coursework or with specific concepts. These carry significant burdens. They can be stressful for students struggling with course material.
However, this belief has a reason. Even experts can’t agree on the best way to evaluate a student’s performance in a course. This sparks a lot of discussion.
Firstly, make a plan of what steps you will cover in your assignment. It includes how much time is required to complete the assignment. Then, list out all the tasks that you will do in your assignment. Identify what you need to complete this assignment, like a calculator, books, paper, and pen. Find a relaxing and quiet place to work without any distractions. Switch off your phone. Have some light snacks and water. Take quick breaks between assignment tasks. When you’re done with the assignment, reward yourself.
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When in college, you have to accomplish all of your assignments as part of your education. One of the most common assignments is written essays that will contribute to your grade at the end of your course.
But you might feel apprehensive when you receive such an assignment, especially if it's your first time. You might not feel like you have the necessary skills to write a good essay. But there are certain tips you can use to write a good assignment and lay your apprehensions to rest.
When you take on a course, you will receive a reading list. Familiarize yourself with it right away because your professors will choose texts from this list that will specifically help you with your tasks and assignments. Reading what's on your list will provide you with valuable insight into the topics you have to write about. It will make life easier for you when you need to write an assignment.
After researching, you should make a schedule for writing your assignments. Stick to your schedule. Also, double-check your deadline so you won't have to feel overwhelmed when you realize that your deadline is right around the corner. Break down your time and tasks into more manageable chunks so that you will always be on top of your work. Make a schedule that consists of mini-deadlines. Knowing that you have completed a task will keep you motivated.
Before starting your assignment, make sure that you understand it because writing an essay that contains irrelevant information or isn't coherent will prove disastrous. You should always know what you're doing and what you need to convey. If needed, rereading the instructions will help you understand what's expected of you. Moreover, you also need to determine how long the essay should be and how you will proceed with it.
Note-taking is another important aspect of writing. Before you start, you must collect various materials and resources relevant to your topic. You should also create an outline that will guide you. Go through various research materials, then take down notes on the most crucial information that you can include in your work. The writing process will become more manageable when you have all of the information you need.
As a student in college, you have the option to ask for help when you need to complete an assignment and you have no time to do it. Since written tasks are an unavoidable aspect of college education, the best thing you can do is to seek assistance when you need it. The writers at AssignmentBro helped with my assignment writing in college. Thanks to their professional writers, I still had plenty of time to study and tackle my other responsibilities.
Aside from the deadlines and instructions that your professor will provide, they might also recommend some resources to you. Sadly, this is something that many students tend to overlook. For instance, for you to understand how your professor will grade your assignment, you will need to examine their rubric. This is a chart that provides information on what you must do. You will also learn about the objectives of the assignments or the learning outcomes.
Other resources you might receive include reading lists, lecture recordings, discussion boards, and sample assignments. Usually, you will find all of these resources in an online platform known as a Learning Management System (LMS). Research has shown that students who use LMS tend to get higher grades. If you still have any questions, you can ask your professor either online or offline.
The next thing you need to do is to define the objectives of your written work and its structure. This is where you will determine the pattern of a well-written assignment. You want to make your work look impressive in the eyes of your reader. One way to accomplish this is to include more theoretical content and details in your essay.
It's not enough for the essay writing project assigned to you to provide enough information. It's also important to remain coherent. You must link each paragraph to each other.
This will keep your reader connected with the content . To achieve this, you need to go back to your plan for your assignment, then search for significant concepts that will help you connect the paragraphs smoothly. Here's an easy tip to do this - include phrases or words that will attract the eyes of your readers while supporting the context of your written assignment.
University life is full of challenges. One of which is the writing of assignments that will require higher communication, critical thinking, and information gathering skills that you may have practiced in high school. Instead of feeling daunted because of your assignments, use the tips you learned to make things easier for you.
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A survey conducted by the Associated Press has revealed that around 58% of parents feel that their child has been given the right amount of assignments. Educators are thrilled that the majority has supported the thought of allocating assignments, and they think that it is just right.
However, the question arises when students question the importance of giving assignments for better growth. Studies have shown that students often get unsuccessful in understanding the importance of assignments.
What key purpose does an assignment have? They often question how an assignment could be beneficial. Let us explain why a teacher thinks it is best to allot assignments. The essential functions of assigning tasks or giving assignments come from many intentions.
The importance of the assignment is not a new concept. The principle of allocating assignments stems from students’ learning process. It helps teachers to evaluate the student’s understanding of the subject. Assignments develop different practical skills and increase their knowledge base significantly. As per educational experts, mastering a topic is not an impossible task to achieve if they learn and develop these skills.
While doing assignments, students learn how to conduct research on subjects and comprise the data for using the information in the given tasks. Working on your assignment helps you learn diverse subjects, compare facts, and understand related concepts. It assists your brain in processing information and memorizing the required one. This exercise enhances your brain activity and directly impacts cognitive growth.
When your teacher gives you an assignment, they intend to let you know the importance of the assignment. Working on it helps students to develop their thoughts on particular subjects. The idea supports students to get deep insights and also enriches their learning. Continuous learning opens up the window for knowledge on diverse topics. The learning horizon expanded, and students gained expertise in subjects over time.
Experts have revealed in a study that most students find it challenging to complete assignments as they are not good at writing. With proper assistance or teacher guidance, students can practice writing repetitively.
It encourages them to try their hands at different writing styles, and gradually they will improve their own writing pattern and increase their writing speed. It contributes to their writing improvement and makes it certain that students get a confidence boost.
When your teachers allocate a task to complete assignments, it is somehow linked to your academic growth, especially for the university and grad school students. Therefore, it demands ultimate concentration to establish your insights regarding the topics of your assignments.
This process assists you in achieving good growth in your academic career and aids students in learning concepts quickly with better focus. It ensures that you stay focused while doing work and deliver better results.
Planning and task organization are as necessary as writing the assignment. As per educational experts, when you work on assignments, you start planning to structurize the content and what type of information you will use and then organize your workflow accordingly. This process supports you in building your skill to plan things beforehand and organize them to get them done without hassles.
Assignments expand the horizon of research skills among students. Learners explore different topics, gather diverse knowledge on different aspects of a particular topic, and use useful information on their tasks. Students adopt advanced research techniques to search for relevant information from diversified sources and identify correct facts and stats through these steps.
Crafting an assignment has one more sign that we overlook. Experts have enough proof that doing an assignment augments students’ reasoning abilities. They started thinking logically and used their analytical skills while writing their assignments. It offers clarity of the assignment subject, and they gradually develop their own perspective about the subject and offer that through assignments.
Time management is one of the key skills that develop through assignments. It makes them disciplined and conscious of the value of time during their study years. However, students often delay as they get enough time. Set deadlines help students manage their time. Therefore, students understand that they need to invest their time wisely and also it’s necessary to complete assignments on time or before the deadline.
Develop an understanding between teacher and students .
Teachers ensure that students get clear instructions from their end through the assignment as it is necessary. They also get a glimpse of how much students have understood the subject. The clarity regarding the topic ensures that whether students have mastered the topic or need further clarification to eliminate doubts and confusion. It creates an understanding between the teaching faculty and learners.
The Reason for the assignment allocated to students should be clear. The transparency of why teachers have assigned the task enables learners to understand why it is essential for their knowledge growth. With understanding, the students try to fulfill the objective. Overall, it fuels their thoughts that successfully evoke their insights.
When a teacher shows students how to complete tasks, it builds a strong student-teacher relationship. Firstly, students understand the teacher’s perspective and why they are entrusted with assignments. Secondly, it also encourages them to handle problems intelligently. This single activity also offers them the right direction in completing their tasks within the shortest period without sacrificing quality.
Assigning a task brings forth the students’ understanding of a particular subject. Moreover, when they attempt an assignment, it reflects their perspective on the specific subject. The process is related to the integration of appreciative learning principles. In this principle, teachers see how students interpret the subject. Students master the subject effectively, whereas teachers find the evaluation process relatively easy when done correctly.
Mastering a subject needs practice and deep understanding from a teacher’s perspective. It could be possible only if students dedicate their time to assignments. While doing assignments, students could face conceptual difficulties, or some parts could confuse them. Through the task, teachers can clear their doubts and confusion and ensure that they fully understand what they are learning.
Students are divergent, and their thoughts are diverse in intelligence, temperaments, and aptitudes. Their differences reflect in their assignments and the insight they present. This process gives them a fair understanding of students’ future and their scope to grow. It also helps teachers to understand their differences and recognize their individualistic approaches.
You have already become acquainted with the factors that translate what is the importance of assignments in academics. It plays a vital role in increasing the students’ growth multifold.
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Completing assignments on time is more than just meeting a requirement or fulfilling an academic obligation; it carries significant weight in the realm of education. Timely assignment completion plays a crucial role in ensuring academic success and fostering a positive learning environment.
It requires planning, organization, and prioritization of tasks. By adhering to deadlines, students learn to allocate their time wisely, juggle multiple assignments, and balance their academic workload. These skills are not only valuable during their educational journey but also in future endeavors where time management plays a vital role.
Getting work done on time helps reduce stress and anxiety levels too. Procrastination and last-minute rushes can lead to heightened stress, negatively impacting the quality of work and overall well-being. When assignments are completed on time, students can approach their tasks with a clear mind, devote adequate attention to detail, and produce their best work.
Finishing assignments contributes to improved time management skills. By adhering to deadlines, students learn to plan and allocate their time effectively. They develop the ability to break down tasks into manageable parts, set priorities, and create realistic schedules.
Procrastination and the pressure of looming deadlines can lead to heightened stress and feelings of overwhelm. However, when students complete assignments within the given timeframe, they experience a sense of accomplishment, alleviating stress and promoting a more positive mindset. Reduced stress levels allow students to focus better, maintain clarity of thought, and produce higher quality work.
When assignments are submitted on time, students have the opportunity to receive timely feedback from instructors. This feedback allows for a deeper understanding of the subject matter, clarification of concepts, and the chance to address any misconceptions or gaps in knowledge. By engaging in this feedback loop, students can consolidate their learning, reinforce key concepts, and apply their newfound knowledge to future assignments and examinations.
Consistently meeting deadlines demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and respect for academic requirements. Instructors are more likely to view students who complete assignments on time as motivated and dedicated learners. This positive impression can lead to increased support, guidance, and opportunities for academic growth, such as participation in research projects, recommendation letters, or mentorship opportunities.
Breaking down assignments into manageable tasks.
One effective strategy for managing assignments is to break them down into smaller, more manageable tasks. Rather than tackling the entire assignment at once, divide it into smaller components or steps. This approach helps prevent overwhelm and allows you to focus on one task at a time, making the overall assignment feel more achievable.
Establishing a schedule and setting milestones is crucial for effective time management. Allocate specific time slots for working on your assignments and create a realistic timeline for completing each task. Setting milestones helps you track your progress and provides a sense of accomplishment as you reach each milestone. Additionally, incorporating regular breaks and allowing for flexibility within your schedule ensures that you maintain focus and avoid burnout.
Prioritization is a key aspect of time management when it comes to assignment completion. Evaluate the importance and urgency of each task, considering factors such as due dates, weightage, and their contribution to your overall grade. Prioritize tasks accordingly, focusing on those with closer deadlines or higher importance.
Various tools and techniques are available to aid in time management for assignment completion. Utilize digital or physical planners, calendars, or task management apps to organize your assignments, deadlines, and milestones. Consider using productivity techniques such as the Pomodoro Technique, which involves working in focused bursts followed by short breaks, to maximize productivity and maintain concentration.
Remember, finding a time management approach that suits your personal style and preferences is key. Experiment with different strategies and refine your approach as you learn what works best for you.
Setting realistic timeframes.
One of the most important tips for meeting assignment deadlines is to set realistic timeframes. Evaluate the scope and requirements of each assignment and allocate sufficient time for research, planning, writing, and revising.
Distractions can significantly impact your ability to meet assignment deadlines. Create a conducive work environment by minimizing distractions such as social media notifications, email alerts, or noisy surroundings. Practice proactive time management techniques like time blocking, where you allocate specific periods for focused work and eliminate potential distractions during those times.
When faced with assignment tasks that seem unclear or confusing, seeking clarification is essential. Reach out to your instructors, teaching assistants, or classmates to clarify any doubts or uncertainties regarding the assignment requirements. By seeking clarification early on, you can avoid misunderstandings and ensure that you are on the right track.
To ensure that your assignments meet the required standards and are of high quality, allocate time for proofreading and editing. After completing the initial draft, take a break and then review your work with a fresh perspective. Look for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and overall coherence. Make necessary revisions and edits to improve the clarity, organization, and flow of your assignment. Taking the time to proofread and edit ensures that you submit polished work that reflects your best efforts.
By implementing these tips for meeting assignment deadlines, you can enhance your productivity, minimize stress, and increase your chances of submitting high-quality work. Remember, effective time management and proactive planning are key to successfully meeting assignment deadlines and achieving academic success.
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Published on March 8, 2021 by Pritha Bhandari . Revised on June 22, 2023.
In experimental research, random assignment is a way of placing participants from your sample into different treatment groups using randomization.
With simple random assignment, every member of the sample has a known or equal chance of being placed in a control group or an experimental group. Studies that use simple random assignment are also called completely randomized designs .
Random assignment is a key part of experimental design . It helps you ensure that all groups are comparable at the start of a study: any differences between them are due to random factors, not research biases like sampling bias or selection bias .
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Random assignment is an important part of control in experimental research, because it helps strengthen the internal validity of an experiment and avoid biases.
In experiments, researchers manipulate an independent variable to assess its effect on a dependent variable, while controlling for other variables. To do so, they often use different levels of an independent variable for different groups of participants.
This is called a between-groups or independent measures design.
You use three groups of participants that are each given a different level of the independent variable:
Random assignment to helps you make sure that the treatment groups don’t differ in systematic ways at the start of the experiment, as this can seriously affect (and even invalidate) your work.
If you don’t use random assignment, you may not be able to rule out alternative explanations for your results.
With this type of assignment, it’s hard to tell whether the participant characteristics are the same across all groups at the start of the study. Gym-users may tend to engage in more healthy behaviors than people who frequent cafes or community centers, and this would introduce a healthy user bias in your study.
Although random assignment helps even out baseline differences between groups, it doesn’t always make them completely equivalent. There may still be extraneous variables that differ between groups, and there will always be some group differences that arise from chance.
Most of the time, the random variation between groups is low, and, therefore, it’s acceptable for further analysis. This is especially true when you have a large sample. In general, you should always use random assignment in experiments when it is ethically possible and makes sense for your study topic.
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Random sampling and random assignment are both important concepts in research, but it’s important to understand the difference between them.
Random sampling (also called probability sampling or random selection) is a way of selecting members of a population to be included in your study. In contrast, random assignment is a way of sorting the sample participants into control and experimental groups.
While random sampling is used in many types of studies, random assignment is only used in between-subjects experimental designs.
Some studies use both random sampling and random assignment, while others use only one or the other.
Random sampling enhances the external validity or generalizability of your results, because it helps ensure that your sample is unbiased and representative of the whole population. This allows you to make stronger statistical inferences .
You use a simple random sample to collect data. Because you have access to the whole population (all employees), you can assign all 8000 employees a number and use a random number generator to select 300 employees. These 300 employees are your full sample.
Random assignment enhances the internal validity of the study, because it ensures that there are no systematic differences between the participants in each group. This helps you conclude that the outcomes can be attributed to the independent variable .
You use random assignment to place participants into the control or experimental group. To do so, you take your list of participants and assign each participant a number. Again, you use a random number generator to place each participant in one of the two groups.
To use simple random assignment, you start by giving every member of the sample a unique number. Then, you can use computer programs or manual methods to randomly assign each participant to a group.
This type of random assignment is the most powerful method of placing participants in conditions, because each individual has an equal chance of being placed in any one of your treatment groups.
In more complicated experimental designs, random assignment is only used after participants are grouped into blocks based on some characteristic (e.g., test score or demographic variable). These groupings mean that you need a larger sample to achieve high statistical power .
For example, a randomized block design involves placing participants into blocks based on a shared characteristic (e.g., college students versus graduates), and then using random assignment within each block to assign participants to every treatment condition. This helps you assess whether the characteristic affects the outcomes of your treatment.
In an experimental matched design , you use blocking and then match up individual participants from each block based on specific characteristics. Within each matched pair or group, you randomly assign each participant to one of the conditions in the experiment and compare their outcomes.
Sometimes, it’s not relevant or ethical to use simple random assignment, so groups are assigned in a different way.
Sometimes, differences between participants are the main focus of a study, for example, when comparing men and women or people with and without health conditions. Participants are not randomly assigned to different groups, but instead assigned based on their characteristics.
In this type of study, the characteristic of interest (e.g., gender) is an independent variable, and the groups differ based on the different levels (e.g., men, women, etc.). All participants are tested the same way, and then their group-level outcomes are compared.
When studying unhealthy or dangerous behaviors, it’s not possible to use random assignment. For example, if you’re studying heavy drinkers and social drinkers, it’s unethical to randomly assign participants to one of the two groups and ask them to drink large amounts of alcohol for your experiment.
When you can’t assign participants to groups, you can also conduct a quasi-experimental study . In a quasi-experiment, you study the outcomes of pre-existing groups who receive treatments that you may not have any control over (e.g., heavy drinkers and social drinkers). These groups aren’t randomly assigned, but may be considered comparable when some other variables (e.g., age or socioeconomic status) are controlled for.
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In experimental research, random assignment is a way of placing participants from your sample into different groups using randomization. With this method, every member of the sample has a known or equal chance of being placed in a control group or an experimental group.
Random selection, or random sampling , is a way of selecting members of a population for your study’s sample.
In contrast, random assignment is a way of sorting the sample into control and experimental groups.
Random sampling enhances the external validity or generalizability of your results, while random assignment improves the internal validity of your study.
Random assignment is used in experiments with a between-groups or independent measures design. In this research design, there’s usually a control group and one or more experimental groups. Random assignment helps ensure that the groups are comparable.
In general, you should always use random assignment in this type of experimental design when it is ethically possible and makes sense for your study topic.
To implement random assignment , assign a unique number to every member of your study’s sample .
Then, you can use a random number generator or a lottery method to randomly assign each number to a control or experimental group. You can also do so manually, by flipping a coin or rolling a dice to randomly assign participants to groups.
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Researchers at carnegie mellon university find that giving students more control increases the time they spend studying and improves their performance in tasks.
Most students choose a more challenging assignment over an easier one if they are given a choice, according to a study, even if academics expect the opposite.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University tested the importance of autonomy in students, which is a key part of a prominent psychological model of motivation known as self-determination theory, through two studies.
The first study sought to combat the challenge of inducing students to working hard, without the use of “controlling incentives”.
In it, half the students in the study completed a difficult problem set, while the other half were also offered the option of an easier essay alternative, and the option to change their minds later.
Very few opted to switch to the less difficult essay, and the results found that students who were offered a choice spent much more time doing their assignments than the mandatory group.
“Giving students meaningful control over their own learning increased the time they spent studying and improved their performance on complex, high-level reasoning tasks,” say authors Simon Cullen, assistant teaching professor of philosophy, and Daniel Oppenheimer, a psychology professor, writing in Science Advances .
“Controlling mandates are not always needed to engage students in rigorous learning, and…increasing student autonomy can provide powerful motivational benefits.”
The second study explores mandatory attendance policies, which are thought to improve learning outcomes and boost attendance, but students do not like them.
Instead, the study put forward an “optional-mandatory” attendance policy to students, which allows them to choose at the beginning of the semester whether to make attendance a component of their grade – which about 90 per cent opted for.
Those who selected it were slightly more likely to attend weekly sessions, and had less drop-off across the term.
“Students do care about their academic success and consider their scholar-self as a core part of their identity,” the authors write.
Faced with a “dearth” of research promoting student autonomy, the authors call for more studies to be done, particularly in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) courses, where there is a drive to improve persistence rates.
The authors also suggest that one of the reasons for a lack of university policies supporting student autonomy is because academics often “doubt that students will make good decisions”.
In response to a poll, faculty members at Carnegie Mellon had incorrectly predicted that just 20 per cent of students would pick the mandatory option in the first study, and that almost no students would voluntarily complete problem sets in the second study.
In fact, the vast majority of students chose to have mandatory attendance policies and to complete the problem sets.
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Students always find it very difficult to write perfect assignments. The college years are seriously tough for the students and the lengthy assignments are an extra burden. However, these assignments are essential to test their ability and understanding of a particular subject. The universities around the world work like this only. One cannot think of college life without assignments, projects and homework, no matter what subject you are learning.
Undoubtedly, completing the long list of academic tasks is very difficult for the students and it is quite normal if they give up on them. One of the major reasons is that the students find writing long assignments very boring.
Often, they are disinterested in the writing tasks and especially the research work. That is why they become hesitant to write their assignments, resulting in low scores.
The assignment help providers become saviours and help them in making high-scoring assignments. Certain factors make assignment writing difficult for the students. We’ll discuss all of them. But first of all, let us understand what is required to write a perfect college assignment .
We have always heard that little knowledge is a dangerous thing. Students have less knowledge about credible sources on the internet and less information about the topic. However, the more they research their topics, the more they will explore the different aspects.
Undoubtedly, it is difficult for the students to understand every topic from scratch. But it is necessary to research the given topics as much as possible. Different types of assignments need a different approach for research. For example, a case study requires an in-depth knowledge of the given topic from its inception to the present scenario. Sometimes, a student has to predict the future aspects as well. When it comes to maths assignments, each question has a different answer, and one has to solve the problems.
The method may differ, but the need for research is always high for every academic task. Students find it very difficult to research. Therefore, they prefer online assignment help to complete these tasks. It is always a better option to get help from experts. But not many assignment help providers have qualified academic writers.
You can always contact Grow With Grades for assignment help as our team of expert writers include Ph. D. holders.
One cannot think of scoring good marks without having good writing skills. Writing is the foremost aspect of assignment making. Your good research won’t matter if you do not know the basics of academic writing. That is why having good writing skills is important. If you really want high grades, you must be able to deliver your messages clearly. And for that, you need to have good writing skills. You should be able to highlight the keynotes of everything you have researched.
The ones who have good writing skills always have a plan before they start with their work. They clearly envision how they have to design their assignments, different sections, and the content.
Students often lose marks because of minor mistakes like grammatical errors, formatting mistakes, repetition etc. If you have good writing skills, you will automatically keep a check on all these aspects that downgrade your score. It is always advisable for beginners to use free grammar checker tools to ensure there are no silly mistakes that professors hate.
Students ignore to work on their analytical skills. However, good analytical skills help in assignment writing a lot. Students should be able to interpret the collected data in the right manner. And for that, good analytical skills are required. One should be able to find the key highlights of the research, which are hard to find.
The gathered data has to be segregated in a proper format and then written in the right manner. Not many students have these analytical skills. Therefore, they seek help from online assignment help providers.
As we briefly discussed what is required for a high-scoring assignment, let us understand what makes it so difficult for the students to complete their assignment writing tasks.
This is one of the major reasons why students do not get good marks for their assignments. Most of the time, they are given complex topics that they do not understand. That is what makes their task even more difficult.
When students have no interest in the subject, or have no understanding of it, they fail to find good content related to the assignment topic. This leads to low scores.
To some students, even the basic concepts of the subject are not clear. In those cases, even good research does not help. Students never agree on the fact that they need to focus more on their studies to have better knowledge of the subjects.
However, they understand that they need good marks to receive their professional degrees. That is why they seek expert assignment help. Surely, it is a good idea to get help from experts rather than ruining the work. Grow With Grades is one such platform where expert academic writers of different subjects can provide assignment help.
Nowadays, many students have to look after their part-time jobs. They had no choice but to invest time in their jobs as well. Therefore, they are left with no time to complete their academic tasks.
A lot of students fail to manage their time properly. Because of poor time-management skills, they even find it difficult to spare some time for themselves.
That is another reason they contact find assignment writers online.
We all know that the transition phase from school to college is very difficult. Though the professors at colleges are far more experienced, their emotional connection with the students is less as compared to the school teachers. That is why the newbies at the college feel hesitant to ask questions and clear their doubts. Also, it makes it even more difficult for them as the college professors are not always available to help them.
Lack of expert guidance is what makes assignment writing difficult for college and university students. Even for the professors, it is difficult to address the issues of all the students in a class in a short span of time. That is why they put more emphasis on self-study all the time. However, many students still feel that they need expert help for their assignments. Then also, they look for assignment help providers.
However, there are only a few companies like Grow With Grades that have expert writers for assignment writing. Rest assign amateur writers for task completion. Therefore, it is necessary to thoroughly cross-check everything before seeking help from online assignment help providers.
As mentioned earlier, good writing skills play an important role when it comes to assignment writing. There is no point in having good research if the reader fails to understand your message. Latent writing skills are one of the major reasons why students struggle with assignment writing. Also, many students struggle with the language itself. A lot of grammatical and structural errors are found in their assignments. Because of these mistakes, students lose so much of their marks.
Therefore, it is always advised to edit and proofread the assignments thoroughly before submitting them for final evaluation. Other than this, one should always keep a check on the plagiarized content as well. Plagiarism is an offense.
Online assignment help providers Grow With Grades never used plagiarized content for any kind of assignment work.
Writing good assignments need focus. Though this point is very generic, lack of focus can completely affect your workflow and can leave you with a hefty amount of unfinished work. Therefore, it is important to be focused while making assignments.
There can be several ways of developing focus. Meditation, exercise are the common ones. It is up to you what works the best for you.
During your college years, you will have to complete hundreds of assignments on different subjects. Undoubtedly, the assignment writing tasks are very lengthy and time-consuming. And multiple academic projects of different subjects can make the tasks even more difficult for you. This is also one reason why many students leave their assignments in between because they get confused between all of them.
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BUTLER, Pa. — Former President Donald Trump was injured in an assassination attempt Saturday when a gunman opened fire at his campaign rally, killing one spectator and bloodying Trump’s ear.
The shooter, who appeared to take an elevated position on a rooftop outside the venue, is dead. Another two spectators were critically injured. Trump’s campaign said he was safe.
The FBI identified the shooter as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. A motive was not immediately clear.
In a harrowing and chaotic scene, Trump was about six minutes into his remarks in western Pennsylvania when pops of gunfire rang out. The Republican presidential contender grabbed his right ear and then got to the floor, where he was immediately swarmed by Secret Service agents who piled on top of him to protect him.
The agents then helped Trump to his feet, surrounded him and rushed him offstage to a waiting vehicle. Trump — with blood on the side of his head and ear — repeatedly pumped his fist in the air and waved as the crowd cheered.
Trump said in a post on Truth Social about 2½ hours later that a bullet “pierced the upper part of my right ear.”
“I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin,” Trump wrote. “Much bleeding took place, so I realized then what was happening.”
Trump thanked law enforcement in his online statement and extended condolences to the families of the people killed and injured.
“It is incredible that such an act can take place in our Country,” he wrote.
The shots were fired from outside the Secret Service security perimeter for the rally, according to three senior U.S. law enforcement officials.
Reporters saw smoke and heard what they initially thought were fireworks before everyone ducked and law enforcement encircled Trump.
Screams rang out from the audience as the scene unfolded.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said in a statement shortly after 11 p.m. that Trump “has now left the Butler area.”
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A doctor attending the event told NBC News that he saw a man suffer a gunshot wound to the head and helped carry him from the site of the rally. Speaking in a parking lot near the event, a mother and her son who were attending the rally told NBC News that they saw people in the crowd who were injured and carried away. And in the hours after the shooting, Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, said in an interview on Fox News that his nephew was grazed on his neck by a bullet at the rally.
People remained at the scene for 10 to 15 minutes after Trump was taken away, after which they were told it was an active crime scene and all attendees were escorted out.
Trump spokesperson Steven Cheung said Trump “thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act.”
“He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility,” Cheung said. “More details will follow.”
Trump senior advisers and leaders of the Republican National Committee released a statement later Saturday night saying that the former president “looks forward to joining you all in Milwaukee as we proceed with our convention to nominate him to serve as the 47th President of the United States.”
The Republican National Convention, where Trump is set to officially become the GOP presidential nominee, is set to begin on Monday.
The FBI is leading the investigation into the shooting, according to a statement from the bureau. Agents are working alongside the Secret Service, as well as state and local law enforcement, and they are treating the rally site as an active crime scene, officials said at the press conference late Saturday night.
Law enforcement used DNA to help confirm the suspect’s identity, as he did not have identification on him during the shooting, FBI Special Agent Kevin Rojek said at the press conference in Butler, without identifying Crooks.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the FBI deployed investigative agents, bomb technicians and evidence response personnel.
Rojek asked that witnesses to the shooting contact the FBI.
There is no sign that the attack has any link to a foreign actor, a U.S. official said earlier on Saturday.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., said in a statement on X that he has been briefed by law enforcement. He condemned the attack as a “horrific act of political violence at a peaceful campaign rally,” saying it “has no place in this country and should be unanimously and forcefully condemned.”
Johnson said in a later post that the House would conduct a “full investigation of the tragic events today.”
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer, R-Ky., said in a statement on X that he was “calling on Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to appear for a hearing.”
In a letter to Cheatle, Comer requested that she voluntarily appear at a committee hearing on July 22.
President Joe Biden spoke with Trump later on Saturday, according to a White House official. He also spoke with Shapiro and Butler Mayor Bob Dandoy.
In remarks delivered from Delaware, Biden called the attack “sick” and thanked law enforcement in remarks delivered on camera.
“There’s no place in America for this kind of violence. It’s sick. It’s sick,” Biden said. “It’s one of the reasons why we have to unite this country. We cannot allow for this to be happening.”
“Everybody must condemn it,” Biden added.
Asked by a reporter whether he believed that the attack on Trump was an assassination attempt, Biden responded that he didn’t “know enough” to say at the time.
“I have an opinion, but I don’t have any facts,” he said, adding that he wanted to gather all of the facts first.
Biden also said in a statement that he is praying for Trump. He said he has been briefed on the shooting.
“I’m grateful to hear that he’s safe and doing well. I’m praying for him and his family and for all those who were at the rally, as we await further information,” Biden’s statement said. “Jill and I are grateful to the Secret Service for getting him to safety. There’s no place for this kind of violence in America. We must unite as one nation to condemn it.”
Biden learned about the attack when he was coming out of church services, according to a person familiar with the timeline of events. He wanted to address the nation as soon as he was fully briefed, the source added.
Vice President Kamala Harris has also been briefed, she said in a statement.
She said she her husband, Doug Emhoff, “are relieved that he is not seriously injured. We are praying for him, his family, and all those who have been injured and impacted by this senseless shooting.”
She added that “violence such as this has no place in our nation,” urging everyone to “condemn this abhorrent act.”
In the minutes after the incident unfolded, politicians began posting on social media that they were praying for Trump, including three vice presidential contenders, Sen. JD Vance , R-Ohio, Sen. Marco Rubio , R-Fla., and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum .
Donald Trump Jr., one of the former president’s children, wrote on X that his father will “never stop fighting to Save America.” His message was accompanied by a photo of his father pumping his fist with blood on his face.
Democratic leaders also released statements expressing horror.
“I am horrified by what happened at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania and relieved that former President Trump is safe,” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said o n X . “Political violence has no place in our country.”
Shapiro, Pennsylvania’s Democratic governor, condemned the attack on X, as well.
“Violence targeted at any political party or political leader is absolutely unacceptable,” Shapiro said . “It has no place in Pennsylvania or the United States.”
Shapiro added that he has been briefed on the situation and that state police were on the scene, working with federal and local partners.
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. urged Americans to pray for Trump.
“Now is the time for every American who loves our country to step back from the division, renounce all violence, and unite in prayer for President Trump and his family,” Kennedy said .
Former Rep. Gabby Giffords, D-Ariz., who was shot in 2011, released a statement condemning political violence.
“Political violence is terrifying. I know,” she said. “I’m holding former president Trump, and all those affected by today’s indefensible act of violence in my heart. Political violence is un-American and is never acceptable — never.”
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., who was shot and injured in 2017 when a gunman opened fire on Republicans during a baseball practice, condemned “incendiary rhetoric” ahead of the attack about a second Trump term being a threat to the country.
“That incendiary rhetoric needs to stop, because all it takes is one person who’s just unhinged to hear that and go act on it, and think that that’s their signal to go take somebody out,” Scalise said during a Fox News interview.
Trump’s campaign is in a “complete communications lockdown,” according to a message sent to staff members by James Blair, the political director for the Trump campaign and the Republican National Committee.
“Everything is OK,” Blair wrote. “We have no details to share at this time but will follow up soon with more information.”
A Biden campaign official told NBC News that the campaign is also “pausing all outbound communications and working to pull down our television ads as quickly as possible.”
This is a breaking news story and will continue to be updated.
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The 2024 Republican National Convention is underway and will wrap up its four-day schedule late Thursday evening.
So far, this year's event has featured several monumental moments, most prominently: President Donald Trump securing his presidential nomination and his announcement of JD Vance as his vice presidential running mate.
Now, many are wondering if and when the former president is scheduled to speak at this year's event.
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The former president and 2024 Republican presidential nominee is expected to present a speech on Thursday night, though a time has not been confirmed.
According to the Washington Examiner, he was originally going to present his speech in a fiery tone, similar to those delivered at campaign rallies, but after Saturday's assassination attempt, he said he would focus on national unity, stating it's a “chance to bring the whole country, even the whole world, together."
See speaking times: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott among RNC speakers slated for Wednesday
Trump family members who are still scheduled to speak this week include:
Who is speaking at the RNC? See full list of speakers and who's already taken the podium
USA TODAY will provide livestream coverage on YouTube each night of the RNC, Monday through Thursday.
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Broadcom's CEO just made a move that may look scary to some investors.
Broadcom ( AVGO -7.91% ) stock is losing ground in Tuesday's trading. The tech company's share price was down 1.6% as of ET, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence .
Broadcom is falling today following a recent filing with Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Per the filing published yesterday, CEO Hock Tan sold shares of the company's stock on July 11. Some investors appear to be taking Tan's recent sell move as a sign that it's time to take profits on the stock.
Thanks to excitement about the company's artificial intelligence ( AI ) opportunities, Broadcom stock has surged roughly 50% year to date. On the heels of such strong gains, it's not surprising that some investors are feeling a bit jumpy and looking for any potential indications that the stock may have already reached a near-term valuation peak. While there isn't any major business-specific news spurring today's sell-off, a recent insider selling event is causing some shareholders to follow suit.
Tan sold 7,502 shares of company stock on July 11 at a price of roughly $1,706 per share. The total stock sale was valued at roughly $12.8 million. But even after unloading some shares, Tan still held nearly 138,200 shares of his company's stock. In other words, the sale actually looks relatively small in the context of his overall holdings -- and there's no real sign that the CEO has turned bearish on Broadcom's valuation prospects.
On the heels of Broadcom's recent 10-for-1 stock split, TD Cowen published new coverage on the stock. The firm maintained a buy rating and set a one-year price target on the stock of $210 per share. With the semiconductor company currently trading at roughly $168.50 per share, that would suggest upside of roughly 25%.
Cowen's analysts continue to think that Broadcom is a good way to play big tech trends in artificial intelligence, hyperscale computing, telecommunications, and enterprise expansion. The firm believes that the company's unique combination of semiconductor technology and software strengths make it a smart buy even after big gains this year.
Keith Noonan has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Broadcom. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy .
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Dallas Keuchel, the former Houston Astros ace who won the 2015 Cy Young award, was designated for assignment by the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday, putting him a position to hit free agency once again.
The move was posted to the MLB transactions log .
The 36-year-old left-hander can now be claimed by another team off waivers, or the Brewers can trade him to another team. If he clears waivers, the Brewers can re-sign him to a minor-league deal or Keuchel can opt to be a free agent.
The Brewers acquired Keuchel from the Seattle Mariners on June 25 in a cash trade. He had signed a minor-league deal with the Mariners in April and in May, the second time after Seattle released him.
Milwaukee was in need of a spot starter due to injuries and Keuchel fit in with four starts, during which he did not figure in a decision. In 16.2 innings he struck out 11 and walked eight while batters hit .329 against him.
His last start with the Brewers against Washington on Saturday saw him allow three earned runs on eight hits in three innings.
It’s been a rough run for Keuchel since he left Atlanta after the 2019 season to sign a three-year, $55 million deal with the Chicago White Sox. While he went 6-2 with a 1.99 ERA in the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, he followed that with a 9-9 2021 with a 5..28 ERA as he struggled with a back injury.
He didn’t finish the 2022 season with Chicago as the White Sox designated him for assignment after he had a 7.88 ERA in eight starts.
From there, Keuchel bounced around, signing with Arizona, Texas, Minnesota, Seattle and Milwaukee on minor-league deals. He’s never re-captured the form that he had in Houston, as he’s pitched in just 20 games since leaving the White Sox.
Keuchel broke in with Houston in 2012 after he was selected by the Astros in the seventh round of the 2009 MLB Draft out of Arkansas.
Once he reached the Majors, he quickly became an integral part of the Astros’ rebuild, which led to its first World Series title in 2017.
His Cy Young season in 2015 saw him go 20-8 for Houston with a 2.48 ERA, as he led the American League win in wins, shutouts, innings pitched and WHIP. He also struck out 216. He also finished fifth in AL MVP voting.
With Houston he went 76-63 with a 3.66 ERA. The two-time All-Star and five-time Gold Glove winner has a career record of 103-92 with a 4.04 ERA.
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