Read a book (Write a critique about a data science book)
Pick a book from the list below.
Read the preface or introduction of the book to find out about the intended audience .
Pick a chapter of interest to you and read it. Usually the first chapter has general info on the content, which will be a good choice if you are just starting out on a specific topic. If you already have some experience, you will want to pick a more specialised chapter.
Write a 500 word critique (+/- 10 percent).
CONTENT REQUIREMENTS
State which book you picked.
State the intended audience of the book (often specified in the preface or the first chapter).
State what chapter you picked (give the chapter number and headline). Explain your choice: What did you hope to learn from the content you picked?
Critically assess the chapter you have read, whether it was easy to understand.
What other knowledge would you like to gain from this book?
Discuss any particular aspects of the book that you liked or disliked, that helped you deepen your knowledge or that you found not so helpful.
On a scale of 1 to 10, would you recommend the book to a fellow student? State the reason for your score.
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