Required Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity: · Minimum of 5 scholarly sources (This includes the sources from the annotated bibliography. Additional sources may be included as appropriate.) Instructions This week you will submit your final paper. The paper should include the following:  · Create your own 4-6 paragraph "dilemma” based on the controversial topic you chose in Week 3. · Summarize the dilemma. · Identify the key points of the dilemma. · Define the key terms associated with the dilemma. · Analyze the conflicts or controversies involved in the dilemma. · Provide an original point of view relative to the dilemma and the issue it signals. · Apply Kant’s Categorical Imperative to the dilemma.  · Apply one other method you have encountered in lecture material and the readings.  · State which of the two methods you selected you prefer and why.  · Use the 5 articles from your annotated bibliography. (Additional academic scholarly research from the past 5 years can be included as well.)  Include a reference page at the end of your paper in APA format that includes your bibliography with the annotations removed and any other sources used in your final paper. Paragraphs · Paragraphs are composed around topics, which naturally and organically emerge from a complex, focused, and sophisticated thesis. · Each paragraph explores one topic and one topic only. · Topics directly relate to the thesis and are not theses in and of themselves. · The paragraph completely and fully develops and explains the topic and provides details, examples, illustrations, and quotations from research as well as from the primary texts. · Topics and paragraphs rise above commonplace thinking and summary. · Quoted material is used powerfully to support analytical points (and not as padding). · There is a graceful transition to the next paragraph. · The ideas explored are significant, substantive, and instructive. · Ideas/topics support the overarching thesis so that the paper is a unified whole, and not a concatenation of appended mini-essays. Grammar/Mechanics/Style · Grammar refers to the correct usage of Standard American English. · Mechanics refers to idiomatic conventions (capitalization of proper nouns, spelling, and punctuation). · Style refers to persuasiveness, sophistication, wit, and transcendent quality. · Sentences should be varied in length and complexity without loss of clarity or precision of meaning. · Style makes a paper a pleasure to read. Writing Requirements (APA format) · Length: 8-10 pages (not including title page or references page) · 1-inch margins · Double spaced · 12-point Times New Roman font · Title page · References page (minimum of 5 scholarly resources – remove annotations; format hanging indents) · Pagination (upper right of the page) · In-text citations correspond to full reference on a reference page Grading This activity will be graded based on Course Project Grading Rubric Weekly Objectives (WO) WO2.1-2.3.

1. Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
· Minimum of 5 scholarly sources (This includes the sources
from the annotated bibliography. Additional sources may be
included as appropriate.)
Instructions
This week you will submit your final paper.
The paper should include the following:
· Create your own 4-6 paragraph "dilemma” based on the
controversial topic you chose in Week 3.
· Summarize the dilemma.
· Identify the key points of the dilemma.
· Define the key terms associated with the dilemma.
· Analyze the conflicts or controversies involved in the
dilemma.
· Provide an original point of view relative to the dilemma and
the issue it signals.
· Apply Kant’s Categorical Imperative to the dilemma.
· Apply one other method you have encountered in lecture
material and the readings.
· State which of the two methods you selected you prefer and
why.
· Use the 5 articles from your annotated bibliography.
(Additional academic scholarly research from the past 5 years
can be included as well.)
Include a reference page at the end of your paper in APA format
that includes your bibliography with the
annotations removed and any other sources used in your final
paper.
Paragraphs
· Paragraphs are composed around topics, which naturally and
organically emerge from a complex, focused, and sophisticated
thesis.
· Each paragraph explores one topic and one topic only.

2. · Topics directly relate to the thesis and are not theses in and of
themselves.
· The paragraph completely and fully develops and explains the
topic and provides details, examples, illustrations, and
quotations from research as well as from the primary texts.
· Topics and paragraphs rise above commonplace thinking and
summary.
· Quoted material is used powerfully to support analytical
points (and not as padding).
· There is a graceful transition to the next paragraph.
· The ideas explored are significant, substantive, and
instructive.
· Ideas/topics support the overarching thesis so that the paper is
a unified whole, and not a concatenation of appended mini-
essays.
Grammar/Mechanics/Style
· Grammar refers to the correct usage of Standard American
English.
· Mechanics refers to idiomatic conventions (capitalization of
proper nouns, spelling, and punctuation).
· Style refers to persuasiveness, sophistication, wit, and
transcendent quality.
· Sentences should be varied in length and complexity without
loss of clarity or precision of meaning.
· Style makes a paper a pleasure to read.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
· Length: 8-10 pages (not including title page or references
page)
· 1-inch margins
· Double spaced
· 12-point Times New Roman font
· Title page
· References page (minimum of 5 scholarly resources –
remove annotations; format hanging indents)
· Pagination (upper right of the page)
· In-text citations correspond to full reference on a reference

3. page
Grading
This activity will be graded based on Course Project Grading
Rubric
Weekly Objectives (WO)
WO2.1-2.3, 2.6
Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday
Rubric
Course Project Grading Rubric - 200 pts
Course Project Grading Rubric - 200 pts
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength
10.0 pts
Outstanding
Meets length requirement
0.0 pts
No Effort
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
20.0 pts
Outstanding
Addresses all aspects of the assignment.
17.0 pts
Above Average
Addresses most aspects of the assignment.
15.0 pts
Average
Addresses some aspects of the assignment.
12.0 pts
Below Average
Addresses few aspects of the assignment.
0.0 pts
No Effort

4. 20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis
50.0 pts
Outstanding
Throughout the whole work, the writing shows depth of critical
thought; leverages readings and course materials in support of
writer’s evident effort to understand ethical problems;
establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.
42.5 pts
Above Average
Throughout most of the work, the writing shows depth of
critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in
support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical
problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.
37.5 pts
Average
Throughout some of the work, the writing shows depth of
critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in
support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical
problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.
30.0 pts
Below Average
Throughout little of the work, the writing shows depth of
critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in
support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical
problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.
0.0 pts
No Effort
50.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization
50.0 pts
Outstanding
Ideas are logically organized, including inviting introduction
(with a thesis statement) and a satisfactory conclusion, that

5. come together in complete concepts.
42.5 pts
Above Average
Ideas are well organized, including inviting introduction (with a
thesis statement) and a satisfactory conclusion, with complete
concepts.
37.5 pts
Average
Organization and concepts need some restructuring.
30.0 pts
Below Average
Organization and concepts are difficult to follow and
incomplete.
0.0 pts
No Effort
50.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting /
Presentation
50.0 pts
Outstanding
Throughout the whole work, the writing/presentation actively
engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar,
spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and
sentence variety; has a professional and consistent format and
articulates clearly (presentation).
42.5 pts
Above Average
Throughout most of the work, the writing/presentation actively
engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar,
spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and
sentence variety; has a professional and consistent format and
articulates clearly (presentation).
37.5 pts
Average
Throughout some of the work, the writing/presentation actively

6. engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar,
spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and
sentence variety; has a professional and consistent format and
articulates clearly (presentation).
30.0 pts
Below Average
Throughout little of the work, the writing/presentation actively
engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar,
spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and
sentence variety; has a professional and consistent format and
articulates clearly (presentation).
0.0 pts
No Effort
50.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Citation
and Reference Formatting
20.0 pts
Outstanding
Throughout the whole work, in-text references are formatted
using APA style; references page/slide includes complete
bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format
(margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).
17.0 pts
Above Average
Throughout most of the work, in-text references are formatted
using APA style; references page/slide includes complete
bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format
(margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).
15.0 pts
Average
Throughout some of the work, in-text references are formatted
using APA style; references page/slide includes complete
bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format
(margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).
12.0 pts

7. Below Average
Throughout little of the work, in-text references are formatted
using APA style; references page/slide includes complete
bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format
(margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).
0.0 pts
No Effort
20.0 pts
Total Points: 200.0
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Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
· Textbook: review all chapters
· Lesson
· Minimum of 5 scholarly sources (This includes the source
from Week 3 Proposal.)
Instructions
Create a complete annotated bibliography for 5 academic
scholarly sources (including your source from Week 3). Include
the following:
· Introduction and thesis for your paper (to the best extent as
you know it at this time)
· Publication details
· Annotation (a detailed reading of the source)
The annotation section should include the following:
· Summarize key points and identify key terms (using quotation
marks, and citing a page in parentheses).
· Describe the controversies or "problems" raised by the
articles.
· State whether you agree or disagree and give reasons.
· Locate one or two quotations to be used in the final research
project.
· Evaluate the ways in which this article is important and has

8. helped you focus your understanding.
Example Publication
APA Reference
Mezirow, J. (2003). Transformative learning as
discourse. Journal of Transformative Education, 1(1), 58-63.
Annotation Example
In this article, Mezirow (2003) makes a distinction between
"instrumental" and "communicative" learning. "Instrumental
learning" refers to those processes which measure and gage
learning, such as tests, grades, comments, quizzes, attendance
records and the like. "Communicative learning," on the other
hand, refers to understanding created over time between
individuals in what Mezirow calls "critical-dialectical-
discourse," (p. 59) which is a fancy way of saying, important
conversation between 2 or more speakers. Another key idea
Mezirow discusses is "transformative learning," (p. 61) which
changes the mind, the heart, the values and beliefs of people so
that they may act better in the world. Mezirow argues that
"hungry, desperate, homeless, sick, destitute, and intimidated
people obviously cannot participate fully and freely in
discourse" (p. 59). On the one hand, he is right: there are some
people who cannot fully engage because their crisis is so long
and deep, they are prevented. But, I don't think Mezirow should
make the blanket assumption that everyone in unfortunate
circumstances is incapable of entering the discourse
meaningfully. One thing is certain: if we gave as much attention
to the non-instrumental forms of intelligence--like goodness,
compassion, forgiveness, wonder, self-motivation, creativity,
humor, love, and other non-measured forms of intelligence in
our school curriculums, we'd see better people, actors in the
world, and interested investigators than we currently have
graduating high school.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
· Length: 1-2 paragraphs per annotation
· 1-inch margins
· Double spaced

9. · 12-point Times New Roman font
· Title page
Grading
This activity will be graded based on Annotated Bibliography
Grading Rubric.
Weekly Objectives (WO)
WO2.1-2.3, 2.6
Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday
Rubric
Annotated Bibliography Grading Rubric - 100 pts
Annotated Bibliography Grading Rubric - 100 pts
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength
5.0 pts
Outstanding
Meets length requirement
0.0 pts
No Effort
Does not meet length requirement
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
10.0 pts
Outstanding
Addresses all aspects of the assignment.
8.5 pts
Above Average
Addresses most aspects of the assignment.
7.5 pts
Average
Addresses some aspects of the assignment.
6.0 pts
Below Average
Addresses few aspects of the assignment.

10. 0.0 pts
No Marks
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnnotation
50.0 pts
Outstanding
For all 5 sources, the annotations summarize the articles;
identify the key points; analyze the issues; assess the value of
the source.
42.5 pts
Above Average
For 4 sources, the annotations summarize the articles; identify
the key points; analyze the issues; assess the value of the
source.
37.5 pts
Average
For 3 sources, the annotations summarize the articles; identify
the key points; analyze the issues; assess the value of the
source.
30.0 pts
Below Average
For 1 or 2 sources, the annotations summarize the articles;
identify the key points; analyze the issues; assess the value of
the source.
0.0 pts
No Marks
50.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization
10.0 pts
Outstanding
Ideas are logically organized, including inviting introduction
(with a thesis statement) and a satisfactory conclusion that come
together in complete concepts.
8.5 pts

11. Above Average
Ideas are well organized, including inviting introduction (with a
thesis statement) and a satisfactory conclusion, with complete
concepts.
7.5 pts
Average
Organization and concepts need some restructuring.
6.0 pts
Below Average
Organization and concepts are difficult to follow and
incomplete.
0.0 pts
No Marks
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting
15.0 pts
Outstanding
Throughout the whole work, the writing actively engages with
the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and
punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence
variety.
12.75 pts
Above Average
Throughout most of the work, the writing actively engages with
the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and
punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence
variety.
11.25 pts
Average
Throughout some of the work, the writing actively engages with
the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and
punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence
variety.
9.0 pts
Below Average

12. Throughout little of the work, the writing actively engages with
the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and
punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence
variety.
0.0 pts
No Marks
15.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Citation
and Reference Formatting
10.0 pts
Outstanding
Throughout the whole work, in-text references are formatted
using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to
APA style.
8.5 pts
Above Average
Throughout most of the work, in-text references are formatted
using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to
APA style.
7.5 pts
Average
Throughout some of the work, in-text references are formatted
using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to
APA style.
6.0 pts
Below Average
Throughout little of the work, in-text references are formatted
using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to
APA style.
0.0 pts
No Marks
10.0 pts
Total Points: 100.0
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13. Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
· Textbook: review previous chapters
· Lesson
· Minimum of 1 scholarly source
Introduction
This week, we will begin the course project that will be due in
Week 7. Review the full instructions for the Course Project
(located in Week 7) before working on this milestone activity.
The project has 3 milestones:
· Week 3: Proposal
· Week 5: Annotated Bibliography
· Week 7: Final Paper
Instructions
This week, create a proposal that references 1 scholarly source
for the research project you intend to complete.
· Locate and describe a central controversy that requires deft
and subtle handling.
· Include an introduction and thesis (that would work for the
Week 7 Course Project) to the best extent that you know it at
this point in time.
A title page is not needed.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
· Length: 1-2 pages (not including references page)
· 1-inch margins
· Double spaced
· 12-point Times New Roman font
· References page (minimum of 1 scholarly source)
Grading
This activity will be graded based on the Course Project
Proposal Grading Rubric.
Weekly Objectives (WO)
WO2.2, 2.3
Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday