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Source Evaluation
This paper entails the source evaluation a specified article. The authors, Tsedal B. Neeley, Pamela J. Hinds, and Catherine D. Cramton, have conducted the study from which the article was adopted. It is easy to identify these writers because the article starts by listing them immediately after the article title. The writers seem to have a deep understanding and knowledge about the topic area, which is about the hidden turmoil of language in global collaboration (Neeley, et al., 2012). Their biographies depicts that they are experts in organizational behavior, global collaborations, management, and cultural/cross-cultural adaptation among other related fields.
Regarding reliability and validity, the source as well as the information contained within the article can be considered trustworthy or even factual because of their expertise and experience in research activities. Their arguments are based on research in which reliable respondents have given their views with respect to the study topic. The use of respondents implies that the information is reliable, valid, and even objective/subjective. They have even used direct quotes from various respondents to support their arguments with evidence (Neeley, et al., 2012).
The use of primary data from respondents shows that the information is up-to-date and very relevant to contemporary thinking. Most of the issues addressed are presently happening. The article and its information are generally good (Neeley, et al., 2012). It can be concluded that the article meets most of the expected academic conventions at university level. The style and structure are meaningful while the language used is acceptable. It has generally met most, if not all, academic rules expected for individuals producing materials at the university level.
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Neeley, T. B., Hinds, P. J. & Cramton, C. D., 2012. The (Un)Hidden Turmoil of Language in Global Collaboration.. Organizational Dynamics , Volume 41, pp. 236-244.
