Write an argumentative essay (2-4 pages) on a topic of your choice. Select a current issue that concerns you or an issue that you want changed. You may choose a topic relating to campus, local, national, or world interest. You may NOT write on capital punishment, abortion, gay marriage, or gun control.
You should develop a strong thesis and an essay map and present three or four well-developed reasons supporting your thesis in a two to four-page paper. I will be interested in the organization, logical strength, and development of your arguments. For resources, you may consult websites, magazines, newspapers, or scholarly articles and use general information from those sources. If you use exclusive information or someone’s ideas, you must cite the reference using MLA formatting. Be careful that you do not plagiarize by borrowing ideas or text generated by someone else without citing the information.
Required Reading:
Read all of Chapter 8 in Let’s Talk, pages 99-131.
Rubric
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Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThe Argument
The essay presents an argument?
The argument is relevant and serious?
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThe Introduction and Thesis
The introduction grabs the reader?
Clearly states a position?
Is an essay map included in the first paragraph?
Writer works to build common ground with the audience?
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence for Thesis in Body of Paper
Reasons are clearly stated?
Reasons are adequately supported?
Evidence is accurate, current, appropriate, and sufficient?
Counterarguments are addressed and refuted or conceded?
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and Style
Effective organization?
Transitions used? Clear and effective?
Suitable style?
Effective paragraphing?
25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting
Spelling, punctuation, mechanics.
Documentation and MLA formatting.
25 pts
Total Points: 200
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