Research paper
\nDue March 26th
\nOur last writing assignment is a research paper. This assignment provides you with the opportunity to write an essay that explores a variety of perspectives on a central research question and uses that information to develop your own tentative answer. The activity will challenge you to use evidence to support your own position; analyze different perspectives; articulate assumptions of different arguments.
\nDescription:
\n\u2022\t4-5 pages long
\n\u2022\tTitle page+ outline (first page- separate from the 4)
\n\u2022\tTimes New Roman 12, double-spaced
\n\u2022\tReference: at least 3 sources(articles\/books) and maybe a video
\n\u2022\tMLA style works cited page (separate from the 4)+ MLA in-text citation style
\nTopics:
\n\u2022\tTechnology
\n\u2022\tReligion
\n\u2022\tEducation
\n\u2022\tSocial media
\n\u2022\tPersonal development
\n\u2022\tCultural expectations
\n\u2022\tHealth
\nOrganization:
\nThe introduction is clear, general, engages the audience, and ends with a clearly stated thesis statement. It provides appropriate background to the issue and makes clear its significance.
\nThe paragraphs are in a purposeful order that is signaled with clear transitions. The paragraphs are unified and cohesive: Each topic sentence should be followed by 2-3 supporting sentences and examples (taken from the outside sources)
\nThe paper will include an antithesis- a paragraph challenging the thesis
\nThe conclusion should bring closure to the argument.
\nSources:
\nYour 3 sources should be adequately incorporated in the text. You can summarize\/ paraphrase\/or quote. Make sure to use the MLA guide for your citations
\nhttps:\/\/owl.purdue.edu\/owl\/research_and_citation\/mla_style\/mla_formatting_and_style_guide\/mla_formatting_and_style_guide.html<\/p>\n
Research question+ thesis<\/p>\n
– choose one of the topics provided
\n-choose a topic that you can easily research\/limit your topic
\n-list of facts
\n-quotes from experts
\n-find information
\n-plan your paper and take notes (in your own words)
\n-research map
\n-thesis statement\/outline\/make your purpose clear
\n-organize your notes
\n-write draft
\n-read\/revise it<\/p>\n
-Who is my audience?
\n-What do they\/ I believe?
\n-What are my best reasons for believing that?
\n-Which of these reasons will convince the audience the most?
\n\u2022\tOne reason for being against
\n\u2022\tAnother reason for supporting
\n\u2022\tThe most important reason
\n-Which facts\/authorities\/ideas will support each one of the topic sentences?
\n\u2022\tQuotes
\n\u2022\tParaphrase
\n\u2022\tSummarize
\n-What objections are there to my position?<\/p>\n
-Rubric:<\/p>\n
Mechanics\t-no grammatical errors
\n-no spelling errors
\n-no punctuation errors\t50points
\nFormat \t-MLA format (12pt. Times New Roman font, Double spaced, 1 inch margins, page number, header with correct information)
\n-interesting and engaging title
\n-sources used correctly\t50points
\nTopic \t-engaging thesis
\n-good introduction
\n-good sequence of arguments
\n-good transitions
\n-the paper should have unity and should make a clear point about the topic chosen\t50 points
\nTone\/style\t-tone is appropriate (professional and academic)
\n-word choice is correct and appropriate
\n-style is clear and mature with easy to understand sentences\t50points
\nOrganization\/development\t-each paragraph deals with a single, clear idea which is related to the theme of your paper
\n-introduction and conclusion are well-written\t50points<\/p>\n
Research Map
\n-it implies a series of choices
\n– think of your research as an investigation
\nTOPIC: 5Ws: <\/p>\n
Who \tResearch population
\nWhat \tWhat might influence your topic?
\nWhen \tTime frame
\nWhere \tArea
\nWhy \t Reason for researching your topic<\/p>\n
Focused Research Idea\/ Research Question
\nSearch Terms\/Keywords:
\nInformation Resources: Start at library.gsu.edu
\nhttps:\/\/research.library.gsu.edu\/az.php?a=i<\/p>\n
GIL-Find Catalog (books, ebooks, items in the library)
\nDiscover search (multiple databases to find articles, ebooks, and catalog items)
\nEBSCO
\nCQ Researcher (National and international issues)
\nIssues & Controversies (Overview of hot topics)
\nNews & Newspapers
\nWorld News Digest
\nThink of your research as an investigation! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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