Project Description

Project Title: Article Newspapers Research Paper
Topic: Technology in Society
Word Count: 1000 words
Submission Deadline: 14th October 2025, 11:00 PM (EAT)

Task Overview

Write a 1000-word analytical paper exploring the broader societal implications of new technology. The paper should focus on how technological advancements influence ethics, policy, privacy, and human behavior, as reported in major U.S. newspapers and technology publications.

Writing Guidelines

• Choose a specific area of technology to focus on, such as:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) ethics and automation impacts

  • Blockchain applications and regulation

  • Cybersecurity, data privacy, and government policy

• Analyze how newspapers and technology media (e.g., The New York Times, Wired, The Wall Street Journal, TechCrunch) cover your chosen issue.

• Examine both benefits and societal challenges of the technology, supported by credible data and expert opinions.

• Discuss how media framing influences public understanding, trust, and ethical debate surrounding technology.

• Conclude with a balanced reflection on how innovation can be managed responsibly in modern society.

Citation and Formatting Requirements

• Length: 1000 words

• Writing style: Formal, analytical, and objective

• Sources: At least 3–5 credible newspaper or academic references

• Use Chicago citation format (17th edition) for both in-text citations and bibliography

  • Either Notes and Bibliography or Author-Date style is acceptable (use one consistently)

• Paper structure:

  1. Introduction – introduce the topic and its relevance

  2. Background – explain technological context and current trends

  3. Analysis – evaluate newspaper coverage, data, and ethical or societal implications

  4. Conclusion – summarize findings and discuss long-term impact

Formatting

• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt

• Spacing: Double

• Margins: 1 inch on all sides

• Alignment: Justified

• File type: Word (.docx) or PDF

Evaluation Criteria