The Research Paper: Entering the Conversation

Project 4 is a thesis-driven argumentative research paper.
*Please note* This essay is REQUIRED to pass EGL 1010.
Length Requirements: Minimum length requirement is six complete pages (maximum is 10).
Guidelines: In an essay of at least 6 complete pages, create an argument that answers your approved research question regarding algorithms and social influencers, artificial intelligence and your new focus which is either algorithms and healthcare, criminal justice, or housing discrimination in the United States.
Your essay should synthesize resources to present compelling evidence about your argument. Paragraphs should be clear and unified. Evidence should be introduced and analyzed completely. You should use a mixture of summary, quote, and paraphrase, as appropriate. Cite sources correctly and responsibly in either MLA or APA style. Include a Works Cited (MLA) or Reference Page (APA).
Our class uses MLA or APA style documentation. Every college paper has both in-text citations and a works cited page. The bibliographic page and other identifying information do not count towards the word/page count. Again, the bibliographic page and in-text citations are required.Project 4 is a thesis-driven argumentative research paper.
*Please note* This essay is REQUIRED to pass EGL 1010.

Students are to continue to develop original research papers using the topic of focus from Project 3. No exceptions. All students have been familiar with the essay topics since completion of Project 3. No new topics may be introduced. Any essays written about topics that divert from the chosen topic used for Project 3 will not be accepted/graded resulting in failure.
Using the topic, you selected from Project 3: Narrow the parameters of the topic and present a strong and clear position. Student positions will vary based on the angle of your research paper and your research question. Present a strong argument throughout the research paper and a clear rationale for your position. During Project 3 you found outside sources that support your rationale and thesis statement.
Intended Audience: Academic audience (tone, language and style should be appropriate for an academic audience). Use the third person objective to frame claims, arguments, and evidence.
Purpose: To make an original thesis-driven argument and to further support this argument with proper MLA/APA formatting, original arguments, thoughtful analysis, credible CRAAP tested evidence using scholarly sources responsibly, accurate in-text citations, effective transitions and topic sentences, strong counterarguments and rebuttals, solid point-by-point, well executed conclusions, and a seamless works cited page.Students are to continue to develop original research papers using the topic of focus from Project 3. No exceptions. All students have been familiar with the essay topics since completion of Project 3. No new topics may be introduced. Any essays written about topics that divert from the chosen topic used for Project 3 will not be accepted/graded resulting in failure.
Source Requirements: All 7 sources from the Project 3 Annotated Bibliography will be used for Project 4. Remember that your sources should be several pages each. Not brief 1–3-page articles. Remember a minimum of 7 sources and a maximum of 10.
The course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
1 Write informative, analytical, and argumentative essays that demonstrate the student’s ability to
1 Formulate a restricted, unified and precise thesis statement;
2 Organize essay content into introduction, body, and conclusion paragraphs;
3 Compose restricted, unified, and precise topic sentences for paragraphs;
4 Construct and organize unified, coherent, and well-developed paragraphs;
5 Apply grammar and usage rules correctly;
6 Develop clear, concise sentences.
2 Write research-based essays using secondary sources, successfully demonstrating the characteristics listed in Course Outcome 1.
3 Demonstrate the ability to use the library and online resources to locate and evaluate material relevant to specific topic:
1 Record notes in sufficient detail and with accurate citations;
2 Synthesize several different sources into an essay to support its thesis;
3 Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of plagiarism by correctly summarizing, quoting, paraphrasing, citing, and acknowledging sources through in-text parenthetical and end-of-text bibliographic documentation according to MLA/APA format.
Source Requirements: All 7 sources from the Project 3 Annotated Bibliography will be used for Project 4. Remember that your sources should be several pages each. Not brief 1–3-page articles. Remember a minimum of 7 sources and a maximum of 10.
The course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
1 Write informative, analytical, and argumentative essays that demonstrate the student’s ability to
1 Formulate a restricted, unified and precise thesis statement;
2 Organize essay content into introduction, body, and conclusion paragraphs;
3 Compose restricted, unified, and precise topic sentences for paragraphs;
4 Construct and organize unified, coherent, and well-developed paragraphs;
5 Apply grammar and usage rules correctly;
6 Develop clear, concise sentences.
2 Write research-based essays using secondary sources, successfully demonstrating the characteristics listed in Course Outcome 1.
3 Demonstrate the ability to use the library and online resources to locate and evaluate material relevant to specific topic:
1 Record notes in sufficient detail and with accurate citations;
2 Synthesize several different sources into an essay to support its thesis;
3 Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of plagiarism by correctly summarizing, quoting, paraphrasing, citing, and acknowledging sources through in-text parenthetical and end-of-text bibliographic documentation according to MLA/APA format.
Source Requirements: All 7 sources from the Project 3 Annotated Bibliography will be used for Project 4. Remember that your sources should be several pages each. Not brief 1–3-page articles. Remember a minimum of 7 sources and a maximum of 10.
The course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
1 Write informative, analytical, and argumentative essays that demonstrate the student’s ability to
1 Formulate a restricted, unified and precise thesis statement;
2 Organize essay content into introduction, body, and conclusion paragraphs;
3 Compose restricted, unified, and precise topic sentences for paragraphs;
4 Construct and organize unified, coherent, and well-developed paragraphs;
5 Apply grammar and usage rules correctly;
6 Develop clear, concise sentences.
2 Write research-based essays using secondary sources, successfully demonstrating the characteristics listed in Course Outcome 1.
3 Demonstrate the ability to use the library and online resources to locate and evaluate material relevant to specific topic:
1 Record notes in sufficient detail and with accurate citations;
2 Synthesize several different sources into an essay to support its thesis;
3 Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of plagiarism by correctly summarizing, quoting, paraphrasing, citing, and acknowledging sources through in-text parenthetical and end-of-text bibliographic documentation according to MLA/APA format.
Source Requirements: All 7 sources from the Project 3 Annotated Bibliography will be used for Project 4. Remember that your sources should be several pages each. Not brief 1–3-page articles. Remember a minimum of 7 sources and a maximum of 10.
The course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
1 Write informative, analytical, and argumentative essays that demonstrate the student’s ability to
1 Formulate a restricted, unified and precise thesis statement;
2 Organize essay content into introduction, body, and conclusion paragraphs;
3 Compose restricted, unified, and precise topic sentences for paragraphs;
4 Construct and organize unified, coherent, and well-developed paragraphs;
5 Apply grammar and usage rules correctly;
6 Develop clear, concise sentences.
2 Write research-based essays using secondary sources, successfully demonstrating the characteristics listed in Course Outcome 1.
3 Demonstrate the ability to use the library and online resources to locate and evaluate material relevant to specific topic:
1 Record notes in sufficient detail and with accurate citations;
2 Synthesize several different sources into an essay to support its thesis;
3 Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of plagiarism by correctly summarizing, quoting, paraphrasing, citing, and acknowledging sources through in-text parenthetical and end-of-text bibliographic documentation according to MLA/APA format.

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