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Assignment-Paper3(1).docx
WR098 Yoder / Fall 2015
PAPER 3: ARGUMENTATIVE THEME SYNTHESIS
PURPOSE:
In this essay you will build on the skills that you have developed over the semester to construct a synthesized analysis in which you will examine a thematic element of Julia Alvarez’s novel How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents in conversation with two Globalization essays that share the same theme, allowing you the opportunity to draw more complex connections and to gain greater understanding of topics discussed since our course began. Your final version of Paper 3 will also serve as the capstone assignment of your final portfolio—I will distribute the portfolio assignment to you shortly.
TASKS:
For this assignment, you are to write a paper of 1100-1300 words in which you argue for a claim based on the Garcia Girls in light oftwo thematically similar essays from your Globalization reader. Garcia Girls is your primary source (the focus text under analysis); because the claim is centered on this text, it should receive the most attention (and analysis) in your paper. Your two selected Globalization essays will then serve as secondary sources, helping to add dimension to your argument by providing you with either: meaningful anecdotes and experiences, theoretical frameworks, terminology, historical or scientific facts and data, and/or alternate points of view. The essays should help you to view the novel in a unique way, just as the novel will help to add human faces to many of the complex psychological (and cultural) processes we have discussed since September. The meaning that you glean from placing the 3 texts in conversation with each other will be evident through your analyses.
Requirements for this paper: Successful completion of this paper will incorporate…
1. a 5-part intro that you used for Paper 2 (hook > common ground > problem statement > “so what?” response > claim), but with the inclusion of a Glob. essay before your problem statement.
2. Topic sentences that guide your reader through the development of your argument and provide clear, logical transitions from one point of analysis to another
3. PED paragraph structure, including evidence and integrated comparative analyses of key passages from each text under analysis (the novel and your Globalization essays)
4. *NEW* an acknowledgement and response to an alternate point of view (a “naysayer”/counterargument – see TSIS Ch.6“Planting a Naysayer”).
5. *NEW* a 3-part conclusion in which you summarize your main points and then broaden to the larger discussion, expanding upon the relevance of this is ...
Length No fewer than 6 pages or 2100 words (whichever is more.docxsmile790243
Length: No fewer than 6 pages or 2100 words (whichever is more); no more than 8 pages or
2800 words (whichever is less). The paper should be double spaced with 11-pt or 12-pt font and
1-inch margins. Font should be Times or Palatino only. Do not include a title page.
Other requirements: Paper must be carefully edited using grammar/spell-check, and also
proofread by a human brain other than your own. Your submission should be written in a formal
tone, without making use of conversational or colloquial English. This paper satisfies part of the
disciplinary communication (DC) requirement, so it must be written with serious care. It needs a
clear introduction with thesis statement, logically developed body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
No citations or direct quotes are necessary, although you are welcome to include a quote from the
original theory if it was one of the ones that we read. If you do use any direct quotes, please
include a “Works Cited” list at the end of your paper. This page is not part of your page or word
count.
TOPIC DESCRIPTION
At the beginning of the quarter, I introduced the idea of a metaphorical “dinner party with social
theorists.” In this paper, you will demonstrate your ability to apply concepts from classical social
theory to the contemporary social world by putting several different theories into conversation
with one another. Your goal is to show how classical theory helps to explain and/or fails to
explain the origin/operation of your social problem or feature of the social world (as you
understand it). Here’s how to proceed:
1. Choose either (A) a social problem that you feel passionate about or (B) a feature of the
social world that you find fascinating. Examples of social problems could include things
like racial tracking in education or the conservative attack on labor unions; examples of
features of the social world could include behavior like internet trolling or trends in
romantic relationships among college-age people. The possibilities are quite endless. The
easiest topic to work with will be specific and narrow, and also something that you are
personally invested in (we will take Weber’s advice about value-relevance here ☺ ).
2. Analyze your topic through the lens of three different theorists that we have covered this
quarter. Most of you will find it easiest to use Marx/Weber/Durkheim, but you are
welcome to use others we have covered as well if you feel inclined to do so.
HOW TO ORGANIZE YOUR THOUGHTS BEFORE WRITING
1. Once you’ve chosen your area of focus, write down some general ideas for yourself about
how you understand it. For example, if you’ve picked the school-to-prison pipeline, you
can sketch out a general statement of what you already know about it, where you learned
what you know, and what questions you still have.
2. Pick which three theorists you are going to use.
3. From each theorist, choose three concepts, terms, or theories. Since we talked about ...
Pages: 2
Topic: Vietnam war
Style: Chicago
Sources: 5
Level: College
Subject:
Language: U.S
Instructions
hi
prompts 2 is the best and the easy one out of the 3. " the vietnam war"
thanks.
1302-3001Assignment #4
Student Essay
Background Information
Creating an argument through the use of historical evidence is one of the key skills you should develop in this course.
As this is our second essay, you should feel more comfortable with writinga well-polished essay.Just as with our previous essay, I am giving you multiple prompts to choose from as well as additional information that should help you feel more confident in writing an effective essay.
Directions
Please chose
one
of the following prompts to write a 600+ word essay. Your essay should create an argument to fully answer the question and draw any conclusions that may be substantiated by data. You need to incorporate historical evidence such as people, events, legislation, etc. to support your conclusions. To prepare for this essay, I am including directions on writing an outline. Students need to turn in their outlines with their essay.
This essay is due in the dropbox by 11:55pm Tuesday, July 7
th
.
Writing Prompts
1.American prosperity in the 1950s birthed a new era of consumerism. Evaluate the changing political, social, cultural, and economic landscape within the nation that led to this new “consumer culture.” Be sure to include analysis on groups that did not partake in this prosperity.
2.
Analyze the Vietnam War. Explain how and why the Vietnam War brought turmoil to American society and eventually drove Johnson and the divided Democrats from power in 1968.
3.
Analyze post-WWII civil rights as it applied to two of the following:
African Americans
Homosexuals
Women
Native Americans
Hispanic Americans
Grading
This essay is worth
100
points and will be graded as follows:
-
20
points for a well developed thesis that fully addresses the prompt
-
50
points for content (accurate, thorough, and effective use of evidence to prove thesis)
-
10
points for writing style (Chicago format, grammar, and proof reading)
-
10
points for your works cited and footnotes (your essay must include at least four sources, (you may use your textbook as one of your sources)
-
10
points for your outline (include at the end of the document. It can be typed or hand-written and scanned)
How to write successful essays for History 1302
Different Types of Essays
In your history courses you might write different types of essays.
Most of them involve description of events, discussion of ideas, summarization of information, and analysis or evaluation.
Analysis might involve classifying, comparing and contrasting, explaining causes and effects, exploring a topic's history, or describing a process.
Or, you might be asked to write an essay that explains the effects of something: the effects of a war, of a law, of a social movement.
Sometimes you may need to take a stan.
1 How to Write a Analytical Essay Writing an analyti.docxhoney725342
1
How to Write a Analytical Essay
Writing an analytical essay can seem daunting, especially if you've never done it before. Don't
worry! Take a deep breath, buy yourself a caffeinated beverage, and follow these steps to create
a well-crafted analytical essay.
What do you want to analyze?
Your analysis must have the following four sections:
Introduction
Summary
Analysis
Conclusion (optional)
Part 1: Prewriting your essay
1. Understand the objective of an analytical essay. An analytical essay means you will
need to present some type of argument, or claim, about what you are analyzing. Most
often you will have to analyze another piece of writing or a film, but you could also be
asked to analyze an issue, or an idea. To do this, you must break the topic down into parts
and provide evidence, either from the text/film or from your own research, that supports
your claim.
For example, "Stanley Kubrick's The Shining uses a repeating motif of Native American
culture and art to comment on America's history of colonizing Native Americans' lands" is an
analytical thesis. It is analyzing a particular text and setting forth an argument about it in the
form of a thesis statement.
2. Decide what to write about. If you are writing this for a class, your teacher will
generally assign you a topic (or topics) to write about. Read the prompt carefully. What is
the prompt asking you to do? However, sometimes you will have to come up with your
own topic.
If you're writing an analytical essay about a work of fiction, you could focus your
argument on what motivates a specific character or group of characters. Or, you could
argue why a certain line or paragraph is central to the work as a whole. For example:
Explore the concept of vengeance in the epic poem Beowulf.
If you're writing about a historical event, try focusing on the forces that contributed to
what happened.
If you're writing about scientific research or findings, analyze your results.
2
3. Brainstorm. You may not immediately know what your thesis statement should be, even
once you've chosen your topic. That's okay! Doing some brainstorming can help you
discover what you think about your topic. Consider it from as many angles as you can.
[2]
Look for repeated imagery, metaphors, phrases, or ideas. Things that repeat are often
important. See if you can decipher why these things are so crucial. Do they repeat in the
same way each time, or differently?
How does the text work? If you're writing a rhetorical analysis, for example, you might
analyze how the author uses logical appeals to support her argument and decide whether
you think the argument is effective. If you're analyzing a creative work, consider things
like imagery, visuals in a film, etc. If you're analyzing research, you may want to
consider the methods and results and analyze whether the experiment is a good design.
A mind map can be hel ...
Last name 1 last name 1namemy nameclassdatethssuserd93c47
The document discusses outlining a term paper in three parts:
I. Developing the outline, including reviewing the assignment, choosing a topic, doing research, developing the topic, and writing a thesis statement.
II. Outlining the paper by writing topic sentences, organizing paragraphs with Roman numerals and subpoints with letters and numbers, and filling in the outline.
III. Revising the outline by reverse outlining the first draft, examining the logical flow, rearranging paragraphs physically, and revising the outline and paper.
Research Paper Outline ExamplesBelow are two examples of res.docxeleanorg1
Research Paper Outline Examples
Below are two examples of research paper outlines. You'll notice
the first outline
reflects a more traditional research focus:
Thesis statement
: Advances in technology have been and will continue to be a great benefit to both teachers and students.
In the classroom
Document camera
Allows instructors to present text to entire class
Gives instructors chance to show objects without passing around
This causes no wear and tear
Instructor can manipulate objects in multiple ways
Allows students to present objects
Speech class
Science presentation
B. Computer
Connects class to internet
Research
2. Online databases
3. Websites
Interactive games
Teacher’s aids
C. Tablet
1. Text book
a. Save money
2. Easy to access
3. More features
Instant information
II. Out of class
Home computers
Study resources
Online
USB
B. Logic enhancement
1. Word processors
a.Spell check
b.Grammar check
c. Clean copy
2. Scanner
C. Online degrees
1. Past results
2. Current offerings
a. Nationwide
b. Florida
c. Valencia
3. Popularity
The second
outline
reflects a literary analysis research paper.
This is similar to what you will be doing for your final research paper
. The outline below reflects a paper written on the short story "A Rose for Emily". Although you probably haven't read this story, you can easily see how the structure of the outline reflects the thesis.
Outline
Thesis statement
: Emily’s deteriorating physical and mental state is partly caused by the constant judgment of the townspeople upon her, and that condition, coupled with her father’s treatment of her, leads her to kill Homer Barron and keep his corpse.
I. Emily Grierson
A. Deterioration
1. Becomes bloated, fat, and gray
2. Is embittered and reclusive
B. Refusal to acknowledge passing of time
1. Keeps father’s body
2. Refuses to pay taxes
3. Keeps Homer’s body
a. Shows her need for any companionship
b. Represents depths of her madness
II. Others
A. Father
1. Controls Emily’s life
2. Turns away suitors
B. Townspeople
1. Judgmental
2. Nosy and gossipy
a. Whisper about her relationship with Homer
b. Want to see inside of her house
C. Homer
Explanation of MLA Formal Outline Examples
Thesis statement appears first, with the words “Thesis .
This document provides guidance for students writing an expository essay for a class. It outlines the requirements, including an 8-12 page paper due on December 20th. Students are encouraged to use previous research if relevant. A first draft is due on December 11th. The document then discusses the structure of an expository essay, which includes a clear thesis statement, logical transitions, body paragraphs with evidence, and a conclusion that does not simply restate the thesis. Finally, it provides tips for writing each component of the essay, such as introducing context and importance in the introduction, making the thesis statement specific, including a topic sentence and evidence in each body paragraph, and leaving a final impression in the conclusion.
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The Three-Part Topic Proposal for Research
Save this file to your computer; type in your responses for each of the three areas below, and then upload your work by the deadline using the dropbox in Module 11.
Step 1:Explanation
Write a one-paragraph explanation. (This is not an introductory paragraph for the paper.) This should be an explanation of your focused topic and what you hope to prove to your reader through your analysis.
Step 2:Working Thesis
Really think about what you wrote in the explanation and pull it together by creating a working thesis. You will likely continue to revise and edit this thesis. Remember: A THESIS should include the focused topic plus your assertion about the significance of that topic. It should be argumentative in nature, since it is an opinion that you will prove through a close analysis of the details of the text.
Step 3: Tentative Outline
Now create a tentative outline for your working thesis. In other words, how will you break up your body paragraphs to prove or support the thesis?
Assignment:
APPROACH #2:
Another approach would be to expand on an idea addressed briefly in one of your discussion posts. Remember, you'll need to create a focused thesis statement. The prompts below can be used to create an assertion that you could then prove in your body paragraphs through a close analysis of the primary source (the work we studied) and through support from your secondary sources (literary criticism).
Edgar Allan Poe - "The Fall of the House of Usher"
Analyze the use of parallels or mirror images in this story. How does this kind of imagery support a thematic idea running throughout the story?
· SOURCES: You must use a minimum of THREE secondary sources. You will cite the work you are analyzing, of course, but it is a primary source. Therefore, you will have a minimum of FOUR sources listed on your Works Cited page. At least ONE of your secondary sources must be an article from a scholarly journal accessed via an LSCS library database. You must not use Cliffs Notes or Bloom's Notes or the like, basic dictionaries or encyclopedias, or any plot summaries. You should select reputable sources of literary criticism that help you prove your thesis. If, in addition to these minimum source requirements, you would like to briefly cite a source such as The Bible or a specialized dictionary - that is fine. If in doubt about the quality of a source, ask me or a reference librarian. An essay that does not meet the minimum source requirements will earn an automatic F.
· LENGTH: The essay must be 3-4 textual pages (not including the Works Cited page). The essay must follow MLA manuscript form guidelines stated in the 7th edition of the MLA Handbook. The text of the essay must be 3 full textual pages, meaning it will reach the bottom, one-inch margin on the third page of a correctly formatted Word document. An essay that does not meet the minimum length requirements will earn an automatic F. Plea ...
Essay #4 Engaging in Civic DebatesResearch-based Persuasive Arg.docxSALU18
Essay #4: Engaging in Civic Debates
Research-based Persuasive Argument Essay
Assignment: For this assignment, you will identify an issue hopefully of interest to you that represents a contemporary issue being debated in public discourse. This issue can be at the local, national, or international level. You must research your issue and produce a persuasive argument about it in 6-9 pages (double spaced).
The paper will follow MLA format. The font should be Times New Roman or Cambria 12pt font. You must have a minimum of seven (7) outside sources for this paper, although a strong paper will likely contain many sources beyond this minimum. These sources should cover both sides of this issue and attention should be paid to the credibility and degree of ideological bias/affiliation of the publication source. You should strive to include at least two (2) scholarly journal articles as part of your sources. This paper will follow the model of the formal argument essays studied in class and will contain a literature review, rebuttal of the opposing arguments (including concessions as needed), additional research & arguments that will support your side of the argument, as well as effective introductory and concluding sections/paragraphs. The paper will be drafted and reviewed in various sections prior to final submission (see due dates below).
Through various assignments you will begin to stage the development of your essay and situate your argument within a larger conversation, including engaging with audiences whose stance on the issue may differ from your own. The Annotated Bibliography (see separate handout) will allow you to familiarize yourself with various perspectives and arguments surrounding this issue and the Literature Review (see separate handout) will provide you with the opportunity to show your understanding of the larger context surrounding this debate (while also developing effective synthesis writing techniques). Next, the Rebuttal Paper (see separate handout) will provide a space for you to specifically address and respond to the arguments made by the opposition. These various essays will become the two major “sections” of your final Research Paper, accompanied by an effective introduction and conclusion and an additional body section devoted to additional arguments that may convince a reader that your stance on this issue is correct.
Professor Name
Course Name
Date
Sample Annotated Bibliography
Student Essay Title: The Various Interpretations of Steinbeck’s Fiction
Barnes, Rebecca. “Steinbeck’s East of Eden.” The Explicator, vol. 15, no. 4, pp. 159-61. Project
Muse, doi.10.1193/bjp.bk.122.09345.
Barnes analyzes Steinbeck’s novel East of Eden, paying close attention to the literary allusions found within the story. Barnes focuses primarily on the allusions to Pandora, a character from Greek mythology, and to biblical figures: Adam, Eve, Cain, and Able. She also pays close attention to the repeated symbolic usage of boxe ...
Length No fewer than 6 pages or 2100 words (whichever is more.docxsmile790243
Length: No fewer than 6 pages or 2100 words (whichever is more); no more than 8 pages or
2800 words (whichever is less). The paper should be double spaced with 11-pt or 12-pt font and
1-inch margins. Font should be Times or Palatino only. Do not include a title page.
Other requirements: Paper must be carefully edited using grammar/spell-check, and also
proofread by a human brain other than your own. Your submission should be written in a formal
tone, without making use of conversational or colloquial English. This paper satisfies part of the
disciplinary communication (DC) requirement, so it must be written with serious care. It needs a
clear introduction with thesis statement, logically developed body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
No citations or direct quotes are necessary, although you are welcome to include a quote from the
original theory if it was one of the ones that we read. If you do use any direct quotes, please
include a “Works Cited” list at the end of your paper. This page is not part of your page or word
count.
TOPIC DESCRIPTION
At the beginning of the quarter, I introduced the idea of a metaphorical “dinner party with social
theorists.” In this paper, you will demonstrate your ability to apply concepts from classical social
theory to the contemporary social world by putting several different theories into conversation
with one another. Your goal is to show how classical theory helps to explain and/or fails to
explain the origin/operation of your social problem or feature of the social world (as you
understand it). Here’s how to proceed:
1. Choose either (A) a social problem that you feel passionate about or (B) a feature of the
social world that you find fascinating. Examples of social problems could include things
like racial tracking in education or the conservative attack on labor unions; examples of
features of the social world could include behavior like internet trolling or trends in
romantic relationships among college-age people. The possibilities are quite endless. The
easiest topic to work with will be specific and narrow, and also something that you are
personally invested in (we will take Weber’s advice about value-relevance here ☺ ).
2. Analyze your topic through the lens of three different theorists that we have covered this
quarter. Most of you will find it easiest to use Marx/Weber/Durkheim, but you are
welcome to use others we have covered as well if you feel inclined to do so.
HOW TO ORGANIZE YOUR THOUGHTS BEFORE WRITING
1. Once you’ve chosen your area of focus, write down some general ideas for yourself about
how you understand it. For example, if you’ve picked the school-to-prison pipeline, you
can sketch out a general statement of what you already know about it, where you learned
what you know, and what questions you still have.
2. Pick which three theorists you are going to use.
3. From each theorist, choose three concepts, terms, or theories. Since we talked about ...
Pages: 2
Topic: Vietnam war
Style: Chicago
Sources: 5
Level: College
Subject:
Language: U.S
Instructions
hi
prompts 2 is the best and the easy one out of the 3. " the vietnam war"
thanks.
1302-3001Assignment #4
Student Essay
Background Information
Creating an argument through the use of historical evidence is one of the key skills you should develop in this course.
As this is our second essay, you should feel more comfortable with writinga well-polished essay.Just as with our previous essay, I am giving you multiple prompts to choose from as well as additional information that should help you feel more confident in writing an effective essay.
Directions
Please chose
one
of the following prompts to write a 600+ word essay. Your essay should create an argument to fully answer the question and draw any conclusions that may be substantiated by data. You need to incorporate historical evidence such as people, events, legislation, etc. to support your conclusions. To prepare for this essay, I am including directions on writing an outline. Students need to turn in their outlines with their essay.
This essay is due in the dropbox by 11:55pm Tuesday, July 7
th
.
Writing Prompts
1.American prosperity in the 1950s birthed a new era of consumerism. Evaluate the changing political, social, cultural, and economic landscape within the nation that led to this new “consumer culture.” Be sure to include analysis on groups that did not partake in this prosperity.
2.
Analyze the Vietnam War. Explain how and why the Vietnam War brought turmoil to American society and eventually drove Johnson and the divided Democrats from power in 1968.
3.
Analyze post-WWII civil rights as it applied to two of the following:
African Americans
Homosexuals
Women
Native Americans
Hispanic Americans
Grading
This essay is worth
100
points and will be graded as follows:
-
20
points for a well developed thesis that fully addresses the prompt
-
50
points for content (accurate, thorough, and effective use of evidence to prove thesis)
-
10
points for writing style (Chicago format, grammar, and proof reading)
-
10
points for your works cited and footnotes (your essay must include at least four sources, (you may use your textbook as one of your sources)
-
10
points for your outline (include at the end of the document. It can be typed or hand-written and scanned)
How to write successful essays for History 1302
Different Types of Essays
In your history courses you might write different types of essays.
Most of them involve description of events, discussion of ideas, summarization of information, and analysis or evaluation.
Analysis might involve classifying, comparing and contrasting, explaining causes and effects, exploring a topic's history, or describing a process.
Or, you might be asked to write an essay that explains the effects of something: the effects of a war, of a law, of a social movement.
Sometimes you may need to take a stan.
1 How to Write a Analytical Essay Writing an analyti.docxhoney725342
1
How to Write a Analytical Essay
Writing an analytical essay can seem daunting, especially if you've never done it before. Don't
worry! Take a deep breath, buy yourself a caffeinated beverage, and follow these steps to create
a well-crafted analytical essay.
What do you want to analyze?
Your analysis must have the following four sections:
Introduction
Summary
Analysis
Conclusion (optional)
Part 1: Prewriting your essay
1. Understand the objective of an analytical essay. An analytical essay means you will
need to present some type of argument, or claim, about what you are analyzing. Most
often you will have to analyze another piece of writing or a film, but you could also be
asked to analyze an issue, or an idea. To do this, you must break the topic down into parts
and provide evidence, either from the text/film or from your own research, that supports
your claim.
For example, "Stanley Kubrick's The Shining uses a repeating motif of Native American
culture and art to comment on America's history of colonizing Native Americans' lands" is an
analytical thesis. It is analyzing a particular text and setting forth an argument about it in the
form of a thesis statement.
2. Decide what to write about. If you are writing this for a class, your teacher will
generally assign you a topic (or topics) to write about. Read the prompt carefully. What is
the prompt asking you to do? However, sometimes you will have to come up with your
own topic.
If you're writing an analytical essay about a work of fiction, you could focus your
argument on what motivates a specific character or group of characters. Or, you could
argue why a certain line or paragraph is central to the work as a whole. For example:
Explore the concept of vengeance in the epic poem Beowulf.
If you're writing about a historical event, try focusing on the forces that contributed to
what happened.
If you're writing about scientific research or findings, analyze your results.
2
3. Brainstorm. You may not immediately know what your thesis statement should be, even
once you've chosen your topic. That's okay! Doing some brainstorming can help you
discover what you think about your topic. Consider it from as many angles as you can.
[2]
Look for repeated imagery, metaphors, phrases, or ideas. Things that repeat are often
important. See if you can decipher why these things are so crucial. Do they repeat in the
same way each time, or differently?
How does the text work? If you're writing a rhetorical analysis, for example, you might
analyze how the author uses logical appeals to support her argument and decide whether
you think the argument is effective. If you're analyzing a creative work, consider things
like imagery, visuals in a film, etc. If you're analyzing research, you may want to
consider the methods and results and analyze whether the experiment is a good design.
A mind map can be hel ...
Last name 1 last name 1namemy nameclassdatethssuserd93c47
The document discusses outlining a term paper in three parts:
I. Developing the outline, including reviewing the assignment, choosing a topic, doing research, developing the topic, and writing a thesis statement.
II. Outlining the paper by writing topic sentences, organizing paragraphs with Roman numerals and subpoints with letters and numbers, and filling in the outline.
III. Revising the outline by reverse outlining the first draft, examining the logical flow, rearranging paragraphs physically, and revising the outline and paper.
Research Paper Outline ExamplesBelow are two examples of res.docxeleanorg1
Research Paper Outline Examples
Below are two examples of research paper outlines. You'll notice
the first outline
reflects a more traditional research focus:
Thesis statement
: Advances in technology have been and will continue to be a great benefit to both teachers and students.
In the classroom
Document camera
Allows instructors to present text to entire class
Gives instructors chance to show objects without passing around
This causes no wear and tear
Instructor can manipulate objects in multiple ways
Allows students to present objects
Speech class
Science presentation
B. Computer
Connects class to internet
Research
2. Online databases
3. Websites
Interactive games
Teacher’s aids
C. Tablet
1. Text book
a. Save money
2. Easy to access
3. More features
Instant information
II. Out of class
Home computers
Study resources
Online
USB
B. Logic enhancement
1. Word processors
a.Spell check
b.Grammar check
c. Clean copy
2. Scanner
C. Online degrees
1. Past results
2. Current offerings
a. Nationwide
b. Florida
c. Valencia
3. Popularity
The second
outline
reflects a literary analysis research paper.
This is similar to what you will be doing for your final research paper
. The outline below reflects a paper written on the short story "A Rose for Emily". Although you probably haven't read this story, you can easily see how the structure of the outline reflects the thesis.
Outline
Thesis statement
: Emily’s deteriorating physical and mental state is partly caused by the constant judgment of the townspeople upon her, and that condition, coupled with her father’s treatment of her, leads her to kill Homer Barron and keep his corpse.
I. Emily Grierson
A. Deterioration
1. Becomes bloated, fat, and gray
2. Is embittered and reclusive
B. Refusal to acknowledge passing of time
1. Keeps father’s body
2. Refuses to pay taxes
3. Keeps Homer’s body
a. Shows her need for any companionship
b. Represents depths of her madness
II. Others
A. Father
1. Controls Emily’s life
2. Turns away suitors
B. Townspeople
1. Judgmental
2. Nosy and gossipy
a. Whisper about her relationship with Homer
b. Want to see inside of her house
C. Homer
Explanation of MLA Formal Outline Examples
Thesis statement appears first, with the words “Thesis .
This document provides guidance for students writing an expository essay for a class. It outlines the requirements, including an 8-12 page paper due on December 20th. Students are encouraged to use previous research if relevant. A first draft is due on December 11th. The document then discusses the structure of an expository essay, which includes a clear thesis statement, logical transitions, body paragraphs with evidence, and a conclusion that does not simply restate the thesis. Finally, it provides tips for writing each component of the essay, such as introducing context and importance in the introduction, making the thesis statement specific, including a topic sentence and evidence in each body paragraph, and leaving a final impression in the conclusion.
The Three-Part Topic Proposal for ResearchSave this file to your.docxssusera34210
The Three-Part Topic Proposal for Research
Save this file to your computer; type in your responses for each of the three areas below, and then upload your work by the deadline using the dropbox in Module 11.
Step 1:Explanation
Write a one-paragraph explanation. (This is not an introductory paragraph for the paper.) This should be an explanation of your focused topic and what you hope to prove to your reader through your analysis.
Step 2:Working Thesis
Really think about what you wrote in the explanation and pull it together by creating a working thesis. You will likely continue to revise and edit this thesis. Remember: A THESIS should include the focused topic plus your assertion about the significance of that topic. It should be argumentative in nature, since it is an opinion that you will prove through a close analysis of the details of the text.
Step 3: Tentative Outline
Now create a tentative outline for your working thesis. In other words, how will you break up your body paragraphs to prove or support the thesis?
Assignment:
APPROACH #2:
Another approach would be to expand on an idea addressed briefly in one of your discussion posts. Remember, you'll need to create a focused thesis statement. The prompts below can be used to create an assertion that you could then prove in your body paragraphs through a close analysis of the primary source (the work we studied) and through support from your secondary sources (literary criticism).
Edgar Allan Poe - "The Fall of the House of Usher"
Analyze the use of parallels or mirror images in this story. How does this kind of imagery support a thematic idea running throughout the story?
· SOURCES: You must use a minimum of THREE secondary sources. You will cite the work you are analyzing, of course, but it is a primary source. Therefore, you will have a minimum of FOUR sources listed on your Works Cited page. At least ONE of your secondary sources must be an article from a scholarly journal accessed via an LSCS library database. You must not use Cliffs Notes or Bloom's Notes or the like, basic dictionaries or encyclopedias, or any plot summaries. You should select reputable sources of literary criticism that help you prove your thesis. If, in addition to these minimum source requirements, you would like to briefly cite a source such as The Bible or a specialized dictionary - that is fine. If in doubt about the quality of a source, ask me or a reference librarian. An essay that does not meet the minimum source requirements will earn an automatic F.
· LENGTH: The essay must be 3-4 textual pages (not including the Works Cited page). The essay must follow MLA manuscript form guidelines stated in the 7th edition of the MLA Handbook. The text of the essay must be 3 full textual pages, meaning it will reach the bottom, one-inch margin on the third page of a correctly formatted Word document. An essay that does not meet the minimum length requirements will earn an automatic F. Plea ...
Essay #4 Engaging in Civic DebatesResearch-based Persuasive Arg.docxSALU18
Essay #4: Engaging in Civic Debates
Research-based Persuasive Argument Essay
Assignment: For this assignment, you will identify an issue hopefully of interest to you that represents a contemporary issue being debated in public discourse. This issue can be at the local, national, or international level. You must research your issue and produce a persuasive argument about it in 6-9 pages (double spaced).
The paper will follow MLA format. The font should be Times New Roman or Cambria 12pt font. You must have a minimum of seven (7) outside sources for this paper, although a strong paper will likely contain many sources beyond this minimum. These sources should cover both sides of this issue and attention should be paid to the credibility and degree of ideological bias/affiliation of the publication source. You should strive to include at least two (2) scholarly journal articles as part of your sources. This paper will follow the model of the formal argument essays studied in class and will contain a literature review, rebuttal of the opposing arguments (including concessions as needed), additional research & arguments that will support your side of the argument, as well as effective introductory and concluding sections/paragraphs. The paper will be drafted and reviewed in various sections prior to final submission (see due dates below).
Through various assignments you will begin to stage the development of your essay and situate your argument within a larger conversation, including engaging with audiences whose stance on the issue may differ from your own. The Annotated Bibliography (see separate handout) will allow you to familiarize yourself with various perspectives and arguments surrounding this issue and the Literature Review (see separate handout) will provide you with the opportunity to show your understanding of the larger context surrounding this debate (while also developing effective synthesis writing techniques). Next, the Rebuttal Paper (see separate handout) will provide a space for you to specifically address and respond to the arguments made by the opposition. These various essays will become the two major “sections” of your final Research Paper, accompanied by an effective introduction and conclusion and an additional body section devoted to additional arguments that may convince a reader that your stance on this issue is correct.
Professor Name
Course Name
Date
Sample Annotated Bibliography
Student Essay Title: The Various Interpretations of Steinbeck’s Fiction
Barnes, Rebecca. “Steinbeck’s East of Eden.” The Explicator, vol. 15, no. 4, pp. 159-61. Project
Muse, doi.10.1193/bjp.bk.122.09345.
Barnes analyzes Steinbeck’s novel East of Eden, paying close attention to the literary allusions found within the story. Barnes focuses primarily on the allusions to Pandora, a character from Greek mythology, and to biblical figures: Adam, Eve, Cain, and Able. She also pays close attention to the repeated symbolic usage of boxe ...
SOCIOLOGY 105A FINAL PAPER PROMPT – WINTER 2018Length No fewe.docxwhitneyleman54422
The document provides instructions for completing assignments in Microsoft Project for a course. It includes details on sorting, grouping, and filtering data in MS Project. Students are asked to download and install MS Project, then complete two assignments from the workbook: Project 7-5 involving sorting tasks by cost, and Project 8-5 creating a critical path for a music video project. The assignments aim to help students understand project planning and management while practicing skills in the MS Project software.
The document provides information about writing thesis statements and paragraphs. It discusses what a thesis statement is, how to write an effective one, and elements it should contain such as taking a position, being narrow in scope, and answering a specific question. It also covers brainstorming techniques, concept mapping, topic sentences, and how supporting sentences in a paragraph provide details to back up the topic sentence.
Group Discussion Rubric – Methods II Group Assignment Di.docxshericehewat
Group Discussion Rubric – Methods II
Group Assignment Discussion Rubric (Up to 5 Points)
Category
0 points
.25 point (per
category)
.5 points (per
category)
.75 points (per
category)
1 point (per
category)
Promptness and
Initiative
Does Not
Post
Does not
respond to
most postings;
rarely
participates or
waits until the
last minute
Responds to
most postings
several days
after initial
discussion;
limited
initiative
Responds to
most postings
within a 48
hour period;
requires
occasional
prompting to
post
Consistently
responds to
postings in less
than 48 hours (24
hours when
facilitating);
demonstrates good
self-initiative
Delivery of Post
Does Not
Post
Utilizes poor
spelling and
grammar in
most posts;
posts appear
"hasty"
Errors in
spelling and
grammar
evidenced in
several posts
Few
grammatical or
spelling errors
are noted in
posts
Consistently uses
grammatically
correct posts with
rare misspellings
Quality/Relevance
of Post
Does Not
Post
Posts topics
which do not
relate to the
discussion
content;
makes short or
irrelevant
remarks
Occasionally
posts off topic;
most posts are
short in length
and offer no
further insight
into the topic
Frequently
posts topics
that are related
to discussion
content;
prompts further
discussion of
topic
Consistently posts
topics related to
discussion topic;
cites additional
references related
to topic
Contribution to
the Learning
Community
Does Not
Post
Does not
make effort to
participate in
learning
community as
it develops;
seems
indifferent
Occasionally
makes
meaningful
reflection on
group's efforts;
marginal effort
to become
involved with
group
Frequently
attempts to
direct the
discussion and
to present
relevant
viewpoints for
consideration
by group;
interacts freely
Aware of needs of
community;
frequently
attempts to
motivate the group
discussion;
presents creative
approaches to
topic
Participants'
Quantity of Posts
Does Not
Post
Participants'
Quantity of
Posts
Posts only 1
message and
does not
respond to
peers or posts
only short
agreement
messages
Posts 1
thorough (1-3
paragraphs)
message and 1
reply to a peers
message
Posts 2 or 3
thorough (1-3
paragraphs)
messages/replies
to peers
FAQ’s about group “Slackers, Freeloaders and Just Wrong-Wrong-Wrong Responders”
1). So what happens if a group member either fails or is late in providing an individual
assignment?
Well … that student loses 5 points for the individual assignment, which cannot be
made up. This individual can still work with the group on the group discussion
and receive 10 points for Part II, but the most they can get for the chapter is 10
out of 15 points.
2). What if I submit my individual assign ...
Comparative Literature 203 The European Novel Whats in an (Auth.docxmonicafrancis71118
Comparative Literature 203: The European Novel: What's in an (Author's) Name?
Fall 2010
Abstract guide
Our goal for this course is to engage thoughtfully, deeply, and creatively with our texts. To this end, all of your papers will reflect your engagement with our texts without (or with extremely minimal) recourse to secondary materials. There will be four formal writing assignments for the class: three short “abstracts” (1-2 pp) and one longer paper (5-6 pp). These assignments are all sustained close-reading assignments. Ideally, each paper will be an extension of the conversations that we’ve had in class and/or on various assignments. Your essays should reflect your individual engagement with our texts. They are not “research” papers or “reports”; you do not need to consult secondary sources. (You should use secondary sources only for verifying factual information, and only if this factual information is necessary for your argument – eg: confirming that Foucault's essay in part responds to Barthes'). The purpose of these papers is NOT to show that you’ve read the texts – I take it for granted that you’ve been doing the reading – or to reiterate an “expert” opinion.
Goals: to attack a single issue thoroughly (instead of trying to solve the mysteries of the universe in a short paper); to be attentive to the interaction between the stylistics and ideas of a text (the way that how the author tells a story through particular rhetorical choices influences our reading of what the text "means").
The abstract is so named (or misnamed) because you may be writing with an eye toward your longer paper. You will be doing a close reading of a short passage from one of the texts that we are studying. This may end up being the starting point for the longer paper, but need not be. The abstract is not, however, merely an informal paper proposal. While you may be thinking about it as a starting point for a longer essay, please also be aware that it will be graded as a close reading in its own right.
For this assignment you will:
1) Select and photocopy a short passage from one of the works we are studying. Your selection should be no more than two continuousparagraphs or half a page long, whichever is shorter. Attach this to your assignment.
2) Highlight (or underline or circle) two or three SHORT pieces of language (preferrably single words, but 3-4 word images are also fine) on the photocopy of the text you’ve chosen that together add up to a constellation of meaning that we may have missed on a casual reading. These short units should form a pattern that convincingly suggests the story's interest in a particular idea. Your chosen language should not just add up to a summary of the major theme of the text as a whole. Often, the more removed or seemingly "off-topic" your pattern of language is, the more you'll have to work with in thinking about how this strange pattern modifies or asks questions about the text's ostensible main idea.
3) Do a close rea.
Stephanie,Your have written a thoughtful proposal. You are well .docxwhitneyleman54422
Stephanie,
Your have written a thoughtful proposal. You are well on your way to thinking analytically about Alexie's story. Developing a clearer thesis statement will be a critical step in writing a successful analysis. Here are some links that should prove helpful to you:
· Thesis Statements Overview
· Thesis Statement (Video Tutorial)
· Prompt to Thesis Handout
· Thesis Generator
As you continue to develop your paper, any research you do should be very valuable in helping you refine your thesis and develop your ideas. Please be sure to review the comments I included on your paper for additional feedback and suggestions. As always, let me know if you have questions.
Pat L
Please note: Since your submission is one day late, 10% will be deducted from your grade.
( 0.88 / 1.00) Articulate Interest in the Choice of Topic From the Approved List of Prompts
Proficient - Mostly articulates interest in the choice of topic from the approved list of prompts. Provides details about how the topic interests the student. Minor details are slightly underdeveloped.
Comments:
You selected an approved prompt that centers on a specific kind of literary analysis. You might review the topic thoroughly so that you develop a clear, focused analysis based on the topic.
( 1.76 / 2.00) Identify a Text and Explain the Connection Between the Literary Work and Chosen Topic
Proficient - Identifies a specific literary work as directed from the approved list of prompts, and explains the connection between the literary work and the chosen topic. The explanation is slightly underdeveloped.
Comments:
You are off to a good start! You clearly identified a specific story, poem, or play from the Approved List of Prompts. Be sure to read the story more than once and make notes. That process will help you gather ideas about the text and prepare you to develop a focus for your analysis.
( 1.52 / 2.00) Develop a Working Thesis
Basic - Develops a working thesis that is too broad and/or does not clearly articulate an argument about the literary text(s). The thesis is unclear.
Comments:
This version of your thesis needs significant revision. Remember that a thesis statement should provide clear direction to the essay's body paragraphs. While you did well choosing a topic, you will need to create a thesis statement that clearly articulates your original analysis about the author's work.
( 1.76 / 2.00) Identify Three Key Ideas in Support of Your Thesis
Proficient - Identifies three key ideas in support of the thesis. Some supporting points may summarize the plot rather than reflect a critical reading of the primary text(s). The key ideas are slightly underdeveloped.
Comments:
You make a good effort to select three key ideas; however, they are a bit vague. You might take time to refine these ideas, making them more concrete and clear.
( 1.76 / 2.00) Project Plans and Concerns
Proficient - Describes questions, concerns, and plans for the project as requested in the template. Minor deta.
Name Date1984 Research EssayAssessment OF Learning.docxmayank272369
Name: Date:
1984 Research Essay
Assessment OF Learning:
The Task: You will write a multi-source essay based on the novel 1984 by George Orwell.
Pick one of the topics explored in 1984 and comment on whether or not these issues are still relevant today or were an issue in the past.
Topics:
1. The dangers of totalitarian governments.
2. The consequences of controlling information and history.
3. The ethics of psychological manipulation.
4. The ethics of manipulation through violence.
5. The ethics of language as a form of mind control.
6. The struggle of classes and their lack of mobility.
7. The ethics of alienating citizens through the control of love.
8. The use of surveillance to control citizens.
Sample thesis:
The United States NSA and Big Brother both use surveillance technology unethically by gathering private information to suppress freedom of speech and thought.
Your essay...
· Must be at least 4 pages long (this does not include your works cited page).
· Include 1 introduction, 1 conclusion and 3 body paragraphs with 4 quotations/pieces of evidence per body paragraph.
· Written in Times New Roman, size 12 font, double spaced.
· Use at least 3 other sources besides the novel.
· Must use MLA formatting throughout your essay and include a Works Cited page.
PLAGIARISM
If any plagiarism is detected in your work, a mark of zero will be issued.
Research ESSAY RUBRIC
Assessment OF Learning
Knowledge
R(0-49%)
Level 1(50-59%)
Level 2(60-69%)
Level 3(70-79%)
Level 4(80-100%)
Total
-Is the description of the novel complete and correct?
-Is the research complete and correct?
Little to no information is given about the novel.
Little to no information is given about the real-world connection.
Limited understanding of novel. Little information is accurate.
Limited understanding of real-world connection. Little information is accurate.
Some understanding of novel. Some information is accurate.
Some understanding of real-world connection. Some information is accurate.
Good understanding of novel. Most information is accurate.
Good understanding of real-world connection. Most information is accurate.
Excellent understanding of novel. All information is accurate.
Excellent understanding of real-world connection. All information is accurate.
/10
/10
Thinking/Inquiry
-Do your explanations prove the thesis?
-Are the examples relevant and helpful in supporting your thesis?
Examples are not analyzed.
Little to no examples provided.
Examples are analyzed with limited effectiveness.
Few quotations selected effectively support the argument.
Examples are analyzed with some effectiveness.
Some quotations selected effectively support the argument.
Examples are analyzed with moderate effectiveness.
Most quotations selected effectively support the argument.
Examples are analyzed with a high degree of effectiveness.
All quotations selected effectively support the argument.
/10
/10
Communication
-Does the student use formal language? Ex: do t.
1 Outline Structure for Literary Analysis Essay I. .docxShiraPrater50
1
Outline Structure for Literary Analysis Essay
I. Catchy Title
II. Paragraph 1: Introduction (Use HATMAT)
A. Hook
B. Author
C. Title
D. Main characters
E. A short summary
F. Thesis
III. Paragraph 2: First Body Paragraph
A. Topic sentence (what this paragraph will discuss, how it will prove your thesis)
B. Context for the quote
1. Who says it?
2. What’s happening in the text when they say it?
C. Quote from the text (cited appropriately)
D. Analysis of the quote: How does it prove your thesis?
E. Closing sentence (wrap up the paragraph to effectively transition to the next paragraph)
IV. Paragraph 3: Second Body Paragraph
A. Topic sentence (what this paragraph will discuss, how it will prove your thesis)
B. Context for the quote
1. Who says it?
2. What’s happening in the text when they say it?
C. Quote from the text (cited appropriately)
D. Analysis of the quote: How does it prove your thesis?
E. Closing sentence (wrap up the paragraph to effectively transition to the next paragraph
V. Paragraph 4: Third Body Paragraph
A. Topic sentence (what this paragraph will discuss, how it will prove your thesis)
B. Context for the quote
1. Who says it?
2. What’s happening in the text when they say it?
C. Quote from the text (cited appropriately)
D. Analysis of the quote: How does it prove your thesis?
E. Closing sentence (wrap up the paragraph to effectively transition to the next paragraph
VI. Conclusion (You do not necessarily have to follow this order, but include the following):
A. Summarize your argument.
B. Extend the argument.
C. Show why the text is important.
2
Parts to a Great Essay
same as above, just worded differently
1. A Catchy Title
2. Introduction: the opening paragraph. The introduction should include the
following:
a. Hook, Author, Title, Main Characters, A Short Summary, Thesis
b. Hook: The beginning sentences of the introduction that catch the reader’s
interest. Ways of beginning creatively include the following:
A startling fact or bit of information
A meaningful quotation (from the work or another source)
A rich, vivid description
An analogy or metaphor
c. Introductions should identify the work of literature being discussed, name
the author, and briefly present the issue that the body of your essay will
more fully develop (your thesis). Basically, introductions suggest that
something interesting is occurring in a particular work of literature.
3. Body: The body of your paper should logically and fully develop and support your
thesis.
a. Each body paragraph should focus on one main idea that supports your
thesis statement.
b. These paragraphs include:
i. A topic sentence – a topic sentence states the main point of a
paragraph: it serves as a mini-thesis for the paragraph. You might
think of it as a signpost for your readers—or a headline—something
that alerts them to the most important, interpretive points i ...
Ps 101 american government paper guidelines purposethe purposMARK547399
This document outlines the paper guidelines for a 7+ page scholarly paper assignment for a PS 101 American Government course. Students must write on a topic of their choosing related to one discussed in class. The paper must include at least 4 scholarly sources and a total of 8 sources. It should be formatted in MLA, APA or APSA style and include title page, bibliography, and follow guidelines for structure, font, spacing and margins. The suggested structure divides the paper into an introduction, 4 body paragraphs presenting different perspectives on the topic, and a conclusion.
AssignmentAcademic Literary Analysis Essay – 3-4 pages plus W.docxedmondpburgess27164
Assignment:
Academic Literary Analysis Essay – 3-4 pages plus Works Cited
Argument:
This assignment will allow you to analyze a theme in Jacqueline Woodson’s award-winning novel Another Brooklyn. You will identify a theme and analyze that theme, supporting it with ample textual evidence (close reading of details, passages, and scenes from the book).
Theme:
A theme is what a book says about an issue or idea in the book. If “economics” is an idea in the work, then the thesis assertion: “Another Brooklyn argues that extreme poverty defines life in Brooklyn” is the theme. Reasonable people can disagree with this theme - in other words, you have to make your case.
You will need to pay special attention to narrowing your theme. “Money is important” is much too broad and vague a theme. “Lifting one’s family out of destitution is more important in the book than individual desire” is a narrower and more specific theme. Another way to emphasis this thesis: “The family is more important than the individual in term of economic survival in Jacqueline Woodson’s award-winning work Another Brooklyn.”
Requirements:
The essay needs to be approximately three to four pages double-spaced, Times New Roman 12 inch Font. It will need to correctly cite and/or paraphrase passages from the text in correct MLA form.
Possible Issues:
The class will come up with a list of possible topics. You will want to choose a topic about which you are excited; one that intrigues you and that will hold your interest for the weeks that you work on this essay. Remember that the best essays attempt to answer questions (what is the work saying about income inequality?); they don’t start with answers. In short, your thesis should be able to be debated.
Process:
After choosing an issue that interests you, return to the text. Skim the text with this issue in mind, marking down relevant passages. Think of what the novel is saying about this issue (i.e. your theme), marshal evidence from the text, and sketch out an essay draft for conference. As you revise the essay, think about organization and argument support, be sure you cite specific details, lines, passages or scenes to support your claims, and be sure you explain how they support your claims. Remember that revision is not correction, it is a re-seeing of your argument and involves content and organization. Finally, edit the essay at the sentence level for style and grammar. The final version of the essay is due with the first draft(s) attached.
A passing essay must:
Content
· have a clear, focused, and arguable thesis statement
· develop this argument thoroughly
· support this argument adequately with passages from the text
· integrate supporting quotes and paraphrases smoothly and correctly into the argument (make sure quotes are accurate)
· adequately addresses opposing evidence
· conclude somewhere near the bottom of page three (or on a subsequent page)
· demonstrate revision (there should be substantial differences betwee.
ASSIGNMENT Go through the case study f.docxtarifarmarie
ASSIGNMENT
Go through the case study files there are two files regarding the company case study you should also research about the company in the internet… The company name- “Manning Drive Material Recovery facility(MRF)- City Of London , Canada.”
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING REGARDING THE COMPANY:
1) How does the organization layout its operation and where are they located in London?
2) Draw a sketch of the organization's layout (Branch location: Manning Drive).
3) Mention at least 3 cited references. You will need to do some research by referring to the organization
Assignment Description: Reading Response Papers
The purpose of the reading response assignments is to give you the opportunity to take a
crack at interpreting literature yourselves, thus to give you a better appreciation of the
challenges involved and to get you thinking about what goes into analyzing the material
we read. Three times over the course of the semester you will be expected to submit a
short paper that responds to questions posted to iLearn. One should be completed on or
before Oct. 18th, one between Oct. 19th and Nov. 15th, and one between Nov. 16th and
Dec. 13th.
Assignment Basics
Length: 2-3 pages. The minimum is 2 full pages.
Due Dates: Variable (see below)
Subject – The papers should consist of responses to the interpretative questions posted for
a given reading on iLearn
Submission – Please submit the paper in iLearn, and also a paper copy in class.
Three times over the course of the semester, you will submit a paper at least 2 full pages
in length that offers your response to the discussion questions posted on iLearn about the
reading assignment for a particular day. You have a great deal of choice as regards the
readings to which you wish to respond. The only requirements are that you turn in one
paper on or before Oct. 18th, a second on or before Nov. 15th, and a third on or before Dec
13th. Other than that, you are free to choose which papers you will write. Look at the
schedule and the discussion questions and plan to write papers on topics that sound
interesting to you, or on dates that fit well with your schedule. The papers should be
written about the reading material for the day they are submitted. In other words if, for
example, you are turning in a reading response paper on Oct. 2nd, that paper must be on
Medea (see the reading schedule in the syllabus). By corollary, if you want to write about
the Medea, you must submit your paper on Oct 2nd.
Avoiding Pitfalls: Writing Mechanics
Spelling, Grammar, Punctuation, etc. – Although this is not a composition class per se,
it is important nonetheless that your papers conform to college standards in matters of
grammar, syntax, etc., and will be marked down if they do not. If writing is not your
strong suit, it would be a good idea to pay extra attention to this. One useful option is to
bring your paper in to the Learning Assistance Center.
Analyze MVPIThe motives, values, and preferences inventory (MV.docxikirkton
Analyze MVPI
The motives, values, and preferences inventory (MVPI) is used to identify the motives and values most important to an individual. Understanding the personal values of the individuals who make up a team can be useful in understanding the team dynamics and help a manager build and sustain teamwork within the organization.
Refer to the 10 core values (listed below) evaluated on the MVPI.
Rank order the traits according to the value you assign to them, with 1 being the trait you value the most in a team member and 10 being the trait you value the least.
Explain the rationale for your ranking. Give an example of each trait drawn from your experience or observations.
MVPI Values
Recognition:
Desire for attention, approval, and praise
Power:
Desire for success, accomplishment, status, competition, and control
Hedonism:
Desire for fun, pleasure, and recreation
Altruism:
Concern about the welfare of others and contribution to a better society
Affiliation:
Desire for enjoyment of social interaction
Tradition:
Concern for established values of conduct
Security:
Desire for certainty, order, and predictability in employment and finance
Science:
quest for knowledge, research, technology, and data
Aesthetics:
need for self-expression, concern over look, feel, and design of work products
Commerce:
interest in money, profits, investment, and business opportunities
.
Analyze and interpret the following quotation The confrontation of.docxikirkton
Analyze and interpret the following quotation: “The confrontation of Western civilization with other peoples whose values were often dramatically opposed to the West’s…suggests that by the dawn of the twentieth century, the tradition and sense of centeredness that had defined indigenous cultures for hundreds, even thousands, of years was either threatened or in the process of being destroyed. Worldwide, non-Western cultures suddenly found that they were defined as outposts of new colonial empires developed by Europeans, resulting in the weakening of traditional cultural practices, political leadership, and social systems that had been in place for centuries.” (Sayre, 2013, pp. 410-411).
In the later nineteenth and early twentieth century, what would this “loss of centeredness” of culture have meant for a given cultural group? Select from among the non-Western cultural groups noted in the text (Native American, Chinese, Indian, Japanese, or African) and research the impact of Western or European cultures on that group.
What was the selected non-Western culture like prior to the late nineteenth century? How did it change as a result of European expansion? How is this change representative of what Sayre calls a “loss of centeredness?” Be sure to use specific examples and details.
Submit your findings in a 4-page essay in APA format.
.
Analyze and prepare a critique of the following situationMary h.docxikirkton
Analyze and prepare a critique of the following situation:
Mary has worked for Bob for two years. About 6 months ago, Bob asked Mary out to dinner. They had a good time together and agreed that they had some real interests in common outside of work. The pair dated for two months. Mary initially liked Bob, but he was beginning to get annoying. He called her all the time, was very pushy about her seeing him, and wanted to control all aspects of her life; both at work and at home. Mary decided to call it off. When she told Bob that she did not want to see him personally anymore, he went crazy on her. He told her she would be sorry and that he would see to it that she regretted it. Bob began to make life miserable for Mary at work. She suddenly started to get poor performance evaluations after two years of exemplary reviews. Even the managers above Bob were beginning to make comments about her poor attitude. Mary decided it was time to act. She was worried she would be fired, all because Bob wanted her to continue to date him. She loved her job and knew she did quality work. She made an appointment with the HR manager.
Using the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1991, discuss the type of sexual harassment Mary thinks she is experiencing. What are the obligations of the HR manager once Mary reports this? Discuss the likelihood that Bob would be found guilty of sexually harassing Mary. If the HR manager investigates and finds Mary is telling the truth, what should s/he do to handle the situation so that the company is not found complicit by the EEOC if further complaint is made? If found in Mary's favor, what options does the HR manager have to remedy the situation?
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The document outlines a project requiring students to analyze the financial reports of a chosen organization, synthesize their findings in a PowerPoint presentation with detailed notes, and provide exhibits of the analyzed financial reports. The PowerPoint must include an organization overview, analysis of financial statements, cash flow, stock performance, cost of capital or required return on investment, book and common stock value, and discuss appropriate organizational development options from a management risk and return perspective.
Analyze financial statements using financial ratios.• .docxikirkton
Analyze financial statements using financial ratios.
•
Analyze and evaluate cash flows over time.
•
Use technology and information resources to research issues in financial management.
•
Write clearly and concisely about financial management using proper writing mechanics.
This project requires that you conduct a financial analysis of two, comparable organizations. You
may select any organizations that produce publicly available financial statements employing IFRS
or U.S. GAAP (both companies must follow the same GAAP). Let your professor know which two
companies you plan to study before the end of Week 2, as your selection must be approved. The
professor reserves the right to limit the number of students comparing the same two
organizations.
Assignment:
1. Carefully review the annual reports for both organizations. Comment on what approach
each company has taken in reporting to its shareholders.
(This requirement is purposely
broad to give you the freedom to talk about anything that comes under the broad title of
“reporting to shareholders”).
2. Prepare a ratio analysis for both companies including a trend analysis for three years.
Comment on the significance of the ratios for each company (do they indicate that things
are all right, do they suggest that problems exist, or is it likely that problems will occur in
the future?). Comment specifically on the similarities and differences among the ratios
calculated for both companies and comparison to any benchmark.
3.
Prepare an analysis of the cash flow statements for both companies.
4. List and discuss the importance of the two most significant accounting policies adopted
by the two organizations (you should select the same two policies for both organizations).
Explain the options selected by both companies and comment on any differences that
you see. Explain what other policies the organizations could have selected and state why
you think they selected one policy over another.
5. Provide the URL’s for each company’s Annual Report.
Your assignment should adhere to these guidelines:
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Write in a logical, well-organized conventional business style. Use Times New Roman
font size 12 or similar, double space, and leave ample white space per page.
•
All references must follow JWMI style guide and works must be cited appropriately.
Check with your professor for any additional instructions on citations.
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On the first page or in a header, include the title of the assignment, the student’s name,
the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. Reference pages are not included in
the assignment page length.
•
Faculty members have discretion to penalize for assignments that do not follow these
guidelines. Check with your individual professor if you feel the assignment r
much longer or shorter treatment than recommended.
The two companies are: Walm.
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Analyze and prepare a critique of the following situation:
Mary has worked for Bob for two years. About 6 months ago, Bob asked Mary out to dinner. They had a good time together and agreed that they had some real interests in common outside of work. The pair dated for two months. Mary initially liked Bob, but he was beginning to get annoying. He called her all the time, was very pushy about her seeing him, and wanted to control all aspects of her life; both at work and at home. Mary decided to call it off. When she told Bob that she did not want to see him personally anymore, he went crazy on her. He told her she would be sorry and that he would see to it that she regretted it. Bob began to make life miserable for Mary at work. She suddenly started to get poor performance evaluations after two years of exemplary reviews. Even the managers above Bob were beginning to make comments about her poor attitude. Mary decided it was time to act. She was worried she would be fired, all because Bob wanted her to continue to date him. She loved her job and knew she did quality work. She made an appointment with the HR manager.
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Analyze Alternative Exchange Rate Regimes
There are several arguments for and against the alternative exchange rate regimes. Prepare a 2- to 4-page paper presenting both sides of the argument. In your paper:
List and explain the advantages of the flexible exchange rate regime.
Criticize the flexible exchange rate regime from the viewpoint of the proponents of the fixed exchange rate regime.
Refute the above criticism from the viewpoint of the proponents of the flexible exchange rate regime.
Discuss the impact the increased volatility in interest and foreign exchange rates has on global institutions.
Assignment 3 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Listed and explained the advantages of the flexible exchange rate regime.
24
Criticized the flexible exchange rate regime from the viewpoint of the proponents of the fixed exchange rate regime.
24
Refuted the above criticism from the viewpoint of the proponents of the flexible exchange rate regime.
20
Discussed the impact the increased volatility in interest and foreign exchange rates has on global institutions.
20
Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
12
Total:
100
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Analyze and evaluate the different leadership theories and behavior approaches, including the Tuckman four stages of group development model.
Evaluate the importance of the internal environmental factors that include the cultural, language, political, and technological differences.
Apply the necessary steps to overcome the identified challenges with the different sources of power that must be taken into account.
Deliverable Length:
4-5 Body Pages
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Analytical essay report about polio
1ِ- An introductory paragraph
2 - A background paragraph that includes factual and historical information about polio
3 - three body paragraph that explain the epidemic and illustrate its significance
4- A concluding paragraph
5- An end of text reference page with reference for all source referred to as you wrote your report
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Analysis Essay 1
DUE: Feb 23, 2014 11:55 PM
Grade Details
Grade
N/A
Gradebook Comments
None
Assignment Details
Open Date
Feb 3, 2014 12:05 AM
Graded?
Yes
Points Possible
100.0
Resubmissions Allowed?
No
Attachments checked for originality?
Yes
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Group Assignment Discussion Rubric (Up to 5 Points)
Category
0 points
.25 point (per
category)
.5 points (per
category)
.75 points (per
category)
1 point (per
category)
Promptness and
Initiative
Does Not
Post
Does not
respond to
most postings;
rarely
participates or
waits until the
last minute
Responds to
most postings
several days
after initial
discussion;
limited
initiative
Responds to
most postings
within a 48
hour period;
requires
occasional
prompting to
post
Consistently
responds to
postings in less
than 48 hours (24
hours when
facilitating);
demonstrates good
self-initiative
Delivery of Post
Does Not
Post
Utilizes poor
spelling and
grammar in
most posts;
posts appear
"hasty"
Errors in
spelling and
grammar
evidenced in
several posts
Few
grammatical or
spelling errors
are noted in
posts
Consistently uses
grammatically
correct posts with
rare misspellings
Quality/Relevance
of Post
Does Not
Post
Posts topics
which do not
relate to the
discussion
content;
makes short or
irrelevant
remarks
Occasionally
posts off topic;
most posts are
short in length
and offer no
further insight
into the topic
Frequently
posts topics
that are related
to discussion
content;
prompts further
discussion of
topic
Consistently posts
topics related to
discussion topic;
cites additional
references related
to topic
Contribution to
the Learning
Community
Does Not
Post
Does not
make effort to
participate in
learning
community as
it develops;
seems
indifferent
Occasionally
makes
meaningful
reflection on
group's efforts;
marginal effort
to become
involved with
group
Frequently
attempts to
direct the
discussion and
to present
relevant
viewpoints for
consideration
by group;
interacts freely
Aware of needs of
community;
frequently
attempts to
motivate the group
discussion;
presents creative
approaches to
topic
Participants'
Quantity of Posts
Does Not
Post
Participants'
Quantity of
Posts
Posts only 1
message and
does not
respond to
peers or posts
only short
agreement
messages
Posts 1
thorough (1-3
paragraphs)
message and 1
reply to a peers
message
Posts 2 or 3
thorough (1-3
paragraphs)
messages/replies
to peers
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Comparative Literature 203: The European Novel: What's in an (Author's) Name?
Fall 2010
Abstract guide
Our goal for this course is to engage thoughtfully, deeply, and creatively with our texts. To this end, all of your papers will reflect your engagement with our texts without (or with extremely minimal) recourse to secondary materials. There will be four formal writing assignments for the class: three short “abstracts” (1-2 pp) and one longer paper (5-6 pp). These assignments are all sustained close-reading assignments. Ideally, each paper will be an extension of the conversations that we’ve had in class and/or on various assignments. Your essays should reflect your individual engagement with our texts. They are not “research” papers or “reports”; you do not need to consult secondary sources. (You should use secondary sources only for verifying factual information, and only if this factual information is necessary for your argument – eg: confirming that Foucault's essay in part responds to Barthes'). The purpose of these papers is NOT to show that you’ve read the texts – I take it for granted that you’ve been doing the reading – or to reiterate an “expert” opinion.
Goals: to attack a single issue thoroughly (instead of trying to solve the mysteries of the universe in a short paper); to be attentive to the interaction between the stylistics and ideas of a text (the way that how the author tells a story through particular rhetorical choices influences our reading of what the text "means").
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For this assignment you will:
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3) Do a close rea.
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Stephanie,
Your have written a thoughtful proposal. You are well on your way to thinking analytically about Alexie's story. Developing a clearer thesis statement will be a critical step in writing a successful analysis. Here are some links that should prove helpful to you:
· Thesis Statements Overview
· Thesis Statement (Video Tutorial)
· Prompt to Thesis Handout
· Thesis Generator
As you continue to develop your paper, any research you do should be very valuable in helping you refine your thesis and develop your ideas. Please be sure to review the comments I included on your paper for additional feedback and suggestions. As always, let me know if you have questions.
Pat L
Please note: Since your submission is one day late, 10% will be deducted from your grade.
( 0.88 / 1.00) Articulate Interest in the Choice of Topic From the Approved List of Prompts
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Comments:
You selected an approved prompt that centers on a specific kind of literary analysis. You might review the topic thoroughly so that you develop a clear, focused analysis based on the topic.
( 1.76 / 2.00) Identify a Text and Explain the Connection Between the Literary Work and Chosen Topic
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Comments:
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( 1.52 / 2.00) Develop a Working Thesis
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Comments:
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Name: Date:
1984 Research Essay
Assessment OF Learning:
The Task: You will write a multi-source essay based on the novel 1984 by George Orwell.
Pick one of the topics explored in 1984 and comment on whether or not these issues are still relevant today or were an issue in the past.
Topics:
1. The dangers of totalitarian governments.
2. The consequences of controlling information and history.
3. The ethics of psychological manipulation.
4. The ethics of manipulation through violence.
5. The ethics of language as a form of mind control.
6. The struggle of classes and their lack of mobility.
7. The ethics of alienating citizens through the control of love.
8. The use of surveillance to control citizens.
Sample thesis:
The United States NSA and Big Brother both use surveillance technology unethically by gathering private information to suppress freedom of speech and thought.
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· Must be at least 4 pages long (this does not include your works cited page).
· Include 1 introduction, 1 conclusion and 3 body paragraphs with 4 quotations/pieces of evidence per body paragraph.
· Written in Times New Roman, size 12 font, double spaced.
· Use at least 3 other sources besides the novel.
· Must use MLA formatting throughout your essay and include a Works Cited page.
PLAGIARISM
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Research ESSAY RUBRIC
Assessment OF Learning
Knowledge
R(0-49%)
Level 1(50-59%)
Level 2(60-69%)
Level 3(70-79%)
Level 4(80-100%)
Total
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-Is the research complete and correct?
Little to no information is given about the novel.
Little to no information is given about the real-world connection.
Limited understanding of novel. Little information is accurate.
Limited understanding of real-world connection. Little information is accurate.
Some understanding of novel. Some information is accurate.
Some understanding of real-world connection. Some information is accurate.
Good understanding of novel. Most information is accurate.
Good understanding of real-world connection. Most information is accurate.
Excellent understanding of novel. All information is accurate.
Excellent understanding of real-world connection. All information is accurate.
/10
/10
Thinking/Inquiry
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-Are the examples relevant and helpful in supporting your thesis?
Examples are not analyzed.
Little to no examples provided.
Examples are analyzed with limited effectiveness.
Few quotations selected effectively support the argument.
Examples are analyzed with some effectiveness.
Some quotations selected effectively support the argument.
Examples are analyzed with moderate effectiveness.
Most quotations selected effectively support the argument.
Examples are analyzed with a high degree of effectiveness.
All quotations selected effectively support the argument.
/10
/10
Communication
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Outline Structure for Literary Analysis Essay
I. Catchy Title
II. Paragraph 1: Introduction (Use HATMAT)
A. Hook
B. Author
C. Title
D. Main characters
E. A short summary
F. Thesis
III. Paragraph 2: First Body Paragraph
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2. What’s happening in the text when they say it?
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Parts to a Great Essay
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A rich, vivid description
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Argument:
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Theme:
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Possible Issues:
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The motives, values, and preferences inventory (MVPI) is used to identify the motives and values most important to an individual. Understanding the personal values of the individuals who make up a team can be useful in understanding the team dynamics and help a manager build and sustain teamwork within the organization.
Refer to the 10 core values (listed below) evaluated on the MVPI.
Rank order the traits according to the value you assign to them, with 1 being the trait you value the most in a team member and 10 being the trait you value the least.
Explain the rationale for your ranking. Give an example of each trait drawn from your experience or observations.
MVPI Values
Recognition:
Desire for attention, approval, and praise
Power:
Desire for success, accomplishment, status, competition, and control
Hedonism:
Desire for fun, pleasure, and recreation
Altruism:
Concern about the welfare of others and contribution to a better society
Affiliation:
Desire for enjoyment of social interaction
Tradition:
Concern for established values of conduct
Security:
Desire for certainty, order, and predictability in employment and finance
Science:
quest for knowledge, research, technology, and data
Aesthetics:
need for self-expression, concern over look, feel, and design of work products
Commerce:
interest in money, profits, investment, and business opportunities
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Analyze and interpret the following quotation: “The confrontation of Western civilization with other peoples whose values were often dramatically opposed to the West’s…suggests that by the dawn of the twentieth century, the tradition and sense of centeredness that had defined indigenous cultures for hundreds, even thousands, of years was either threatened or in the process of being destroyed. Worldwide, non-Western cultures suddenly found that they were defined as outposts of new colonial empires developed by Europeans, resulting in the weakening of traditional cultural practices, political leadership, and social systems that had been in place for centuries.” (Sayre, 2013, pp. 410-411).
In the later nineteenth and early twentieth century, what would this “loss of centeredness” of culture have meant for a given cultural group? Select from among the non-Western cultural groups noted in the text (Native American, Chinese, Indian, Japanese, or African) and research the impact of Western or European cultures on that group.
What was the selected non-Western culture like prior to the late nineteenth century? How did it change as a result of European expansion? How is this change representative of what Sayre calls a “loss of centeredness?” Be sure to use specific examples and details.
Submit your findings in a 4-page essay in APA format.
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Analyze and prepare a critique of the following situationMary h.docxikirkton
Analyze and prepare a critique of the following situation:
Mary has worked for Bob for two years. About 6 months ago, Bob asked Mary out to dinner. They had a good time together and agreed that they had some real interests in common outside of work. The pair dated for two months. Mary initially liked Bob, but he was beginning to get annoying. He called her all the time, was very pushy about her seeing him, and wanted to control all aspects of her life; both at work and at home. Mary decided to call it off. When she told Bob that she did not want to see him personally anymore, he went crazy on her. He told her she would be sorry and that he would see to it that she regretted it. Bob began to make life miserable for Mary at work. She suddenly started to get poor performance evaluations after two years of exemplary reviews. Even the managers above Bob were beginning to make comments about her poor attitude. Mary decided it was time to act. She was worried she would be fired, all because Bob wanted her to continue to date him. She loved her job and knew she did quality work. She made an appointment with the HR manager.
Using the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1991, discuss the type of sexual harassment Mary thinks she is experiencing. What are the obligations of the HR manager once Mary reports this? Discuss the likelihood that Bob would be found guilty of sexually harassing Mary. If the HR manager investigates and finds Mary is telling the truth, what should s/he do to handle the situation so that the company is not found complicit by the EEOC if further complaint is made? If found in Mary's favor, what options does the HR manager have to remedy the situation?
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Analyze financial statements using financial ratios.• .docxikirkton
Analyze financial statements using financial ratios.
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Analyze and evaluate cash flows over time.
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Use technology and information resources to research issues in financial management.
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Write clearly and concisely about financial management using proper writing mechanics.
This project requires that you conduct a financial analysis of two, comparable organizations. You
may select any organizations that produce publicly available financial statements employing IFRS
or U.S. GAAP (both companies must follow the same GAAP). Let your professor know which two
companies you plan to study before the end of Week 2, as your selection must be approved. The
professor reserves the right to limit the number of students comparing the same two
organizations.
Assignment:
1. Carefully review the annual reports for both organizations. Comment on what approach
each company has taken in reporting to its shareholders.
(This requirement is purposely
broad to give you the freedom to talk about anything that comes under the broad title of
“reporting to shareholders”).
2. Prepare a ratio analysis for both companies including a trend analysis for three years.
Comment on the significance of the ratios for each company (do they indicate that things
are all right, do they suggest that problems exist, or is it likely that problems will occur in
the future?). Comment specifically on the similarities and differences among the ratios
calculated for both companies and comparison to any benchmark.
3.
Prepare an analysis of the cash flow statements for both companies.
4. List and discuss the importance of the two most significant accounting policies adopted
by the two organizations (you should select the same two policies for both organizations).
Explain the options selected by both companies and comment on any differences that
you see. Explain what other policies the organizations could have selected and state why
you think they selected one policy over another.
5. Provide the URL’s for each company’s Annual Report.
Your assignment should adhere to these guidelines:
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Write in a logical, well-organized conventional business style. Use Times New Roman
font size 12 or similar, double space, and leave ample white space per page.
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All references must follow JWMI style guide and works must be cited appropriately.
Check with your professor for any additional instructions on citations.
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On the first page or in a header, include the title of the assignment, the student’s name,
the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. Reference pages are not included in
the assignment page length.
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Faculty members have discretion to penalize for assignments that do not follow these
guidelines. Check with your individual professor if you feel the assignment r
much longer or shorter treatment than recommended.
The two companies are: Walm.
Analyze and prepare a critique of the following situationMary has.docxikirkton
Analyze and prepare a critique of the following situation:
Mary has worked for Bob for two years. About 6 months ago, Bob asked Mary out to dinner. They had a good time together and agreed that they had some real interests in common outside of work. The pair dated for two months. Mary initially liked Bob, but he was beginning to get annoying. He called her all the time, was very pushy about her seeing him, and wanted to control all aspects of her life; both at work and at home. Mary decided to call it off. When she told Bob that she did not want to see him personally anymore, he went crazy on her. He told her she would be sorry and that he would see to it that she regretted it. Bob began to make life miserable for Mary at work. She suddenly started to get poor performance evaluations after two years of exemplary reviews. Even the managers above Bob were beginning to make comments about her poor attitude. Mary decided it was time to act. She was worried she would be fired, all because Bob wanted her to continue to date him. She loved her job and knew she did quality work. She made an appointment with the HR manager.
Using the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1991, discuss the type of sexual harassment Mary thinks she is experiencing. What are the obligations of the HR manager once Mary reports this? Discuss the likelihood that Bob would be found guilty of sexually harassing Mary. If the HR manager investigates and finds Mary is telling the truth, what should s/he do to handle the situation so that the company is not found complicit by the EEOC if further complaint is made? If found in Mary's favor, what options does the HR manager have to remedy the situation?
Site references in APA format
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Analyze Alternative Exchange Rate Regimes
There are several arguments for and against the alternative exchange rate regimes. Prepare a 2- to 4-page paper presenting both sides of the argument. In your paper:
List and explain the advantages of the flexible exchange rate regime.
Criticize the flexible exchange rate regime from the viewpoint of the proponents of the fixed exchange rate regime.
Refute the above criticism from the viewpoint of the proponents of the flexible exchange rate regime.
Discuss the impact the increased volatility in interest and foreign exchange rates has on global institutions.
Assignment 3 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Listed and explained the advantages of the flexible exchange rate regime.
24
Criticized the flexible exchange rate regime from the viewpoint of the proponents of the fixed exchange rate regime.
24
Refuted the above criticism from the viewpoint of the proponents of the flexible exchange rate regime.
20
Discussed the impact the increased volatility in interest and foreign exchange rates has on global institutions.
20
Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
12
Total:
100
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Analyze and evaluate the different leadership theories and behavior approaches, including the Tuckman four stages of group development model.
Evaluate the importance of the internal environmental factors that include the cultural, language, political, and technological differences.
Apply the necessary steps to overcome the identified challenges with the different sources of power that must be taken into account.
Deliverable Length:
4-5 Body Pages
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Analytical essay report about polio
1ِ- An introductory paragraph
2 - A background paragraph that includes factual and historical information about polio
3 - three body paragraph that explain the epidemic and illustrate its significance
4- A concluding paragraph
5- An end of text reference page with reference for all source referred to as you wrote your report
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Analysis Essay 1DUE Feb 23, 2014 1155 PMGrade DetailsGrade.docxikirkton
Analysis Essay 1
DUE: Feb 23, 2014 11:55 PM
Grade Details
Grade
N/A
Gradebook Comments
None
Assignment Details
Open Date
Feb 3, 2014 12:05 AM
Graded?
Yes
Points Possible
100.0
Resubmissions Allowed?
No
Attachments checked for originality?
Yes
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Examples:
patriarchy
oppressed women
silence from women
4 pages paper
MLA format
Please include original source citations (Jane Eyre book)
Include in text citations from 3 specific secondary sources (sources attached)
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Can you think of an example, in every day life, where it was very important for you to trust your source? Or if not, what are some general areas of life
where you think it is especially important to trust information?
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Increase assets and increase expenses.
Increase assets and decrease liabilities.
Increase assets and increase paid-in capital.
Increase assets and decrease revenues.
In the buyer's records, the purchase of merchandise on account would:
Increase assets and increase expenses.
Increase assets and increase liabilities.
Increase liabilities and increase paid-in capital.
Have no effect on total assets.
A debit entry will:
Decrease an asset account.
Increase a liability account.
Increase paid-in capital.
Increase an expense account.
A credit entry will:
Increase an asset account.
Increase a liability account.
Decrease paid-in capital.
Increase an expense account.
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Always decrease the account balance.
Always increase the account balance.
Increase the balance of a revenue account.
Increase the balance of an expense account.
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Sage, Inc. has 20 employees who each earn $100 per day and are paid every Friday. The end of the accounting period is on a Wednesday. How much wages should the firm accrue at the end of the period?
$2,000.
$1,000.
$0.
$6,000.
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What's going on?
Which accounts are affected?
Is this an accrual?
Does the balance sheet balance?
Does my analysis make sense?
The effect of an adjustment is:
To correct an entry that was not in balance.
To increase the accuracy of the financial statements.
To record transactions not previously recorded.
To close the books.
A journal entry recording an accrual:
Results in a better matching of revenues and expenses.
Will involve a debit or credit to cash.
Will affect balance sheet accounts only.
Will most likely include a debit to a liability account
Wisdom Co. has a note payable to its bank. An adjustment is likely to be required on Wisdom's books at the end of every month that the loan is outstanding to record the:
Amount of interest paid during the month.
Amount of total interest to be paid when the note is paid off.
Amount of principal payable at the maturity date of the note.
Accrued interest expense for the month.
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matching revenue and expense.
consistency.
original cost.
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2. Assignment-Paper3(1).docx
WR098
Yoder / Fall 2015
PAPER 3: ARGUMENTATIVE THEME SYNTHESIS
PURPOSE:
In this essay you will build on the skills that you have
developed over the semester to construct a synthesized analysis
in which you will examine a thematic element of Julia Alvarez’s
novel How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents in conversation
with two Globalization essays that share the same theme,
allowing you the opportunity to draw more complex connections
and to gain greater understanding of topics discussed since our
course began. Your final version of Paper 3 will also serve as
the capstone assignment of your final portfolio—I will
distribute the portfolio assignment to you shortly.
TASKS:
For this assignment, you are to write a paper of 1100-1300
words in which you argue for a claim based on the Garcia Girls
in light oftwo thematically similar essays from your
Globalization reader. Garcia Girls is your primary source (the
focus text under analysis); because the claim is centered on this
text, it should receive the most attention (and analysis) in your
paper. Your two selected Globalization essays will then serve as
secondary sources, helping to add dimension to your argument
by providing you with either: meaningful anecdotes and
experiences, theoretical frameworks, terminology, historical or
scientific facts and data, and/or alternate points of view. The
essays should help you to view the novel in a unique way, just
as the novel will help to add human faces to many of the
complex psychological (and cultural) processes we have
discussed since September. The meaning that you glean from
placing the 3 texts in conversation with each other will be
3. evident through your analyses.
Requirements for this paper: Successful completion of this
paper will incorporate…
1. a 5-part intro that you used for Paper 2 (hook > common
ground > problem statement > “so what?” response > claim), but
with the inclusion of a Glob. essay before your problem
statement.
2. Topic sentences that guide your reader through the
development of your argument and provide clear, logical
transitions from one point of analysis to another
3. PED paragraph structure, including evidence and integrated
comparative analyses of key passages from each text under
analysis (the novel and your Globalization essays)
4. *NEW* an acknowledgement and response to an alternate
point of view (a “naysayer”/counterargument – see TSIS
Ch.6“Planting a Naysayer”).
5. *NEW* a 3-part conclusion in which you summarize your
main points and then broaden to the larger discussion,
expanding upon the relevance of this issue beyond the two texts
POTENTIAL QUESTIONS TO EXPLORE: (*If you have
another idea, please consult with me!)
1. Why do you think Alvarez chose How the García Girls Lost
Their Accents as the title? Is “losing one’s accent” a metaphor
for something else? What else is lost? How does losing one’s
native language or accent contribute to one’s sense of belonging
and cultural vs. self identity? (Boroditsky, Traves, Leonard,
Sharma, Hill, Iyer, Appiah…)
2. How can the Garcias be viewed as consumers of American
culture throughout the novel, whether via actual products
(emphasized through descriptions of clothes, hair products,
advertisements, food, TV, etc.) or via language (English, Yo’s
literary studies, slang, etc.), and how does their consumerism
impact their assimilation process and cultural identity?
4. (Wasserstrom, Leonard, Cole, Zuckerman, Sharma, Traves, Hill,
Gleiser, Boroditsky…)
3. Overall, do you interpret this novel as a story about the
importance of adhering to one’s roots or about the importance
of assimilation and cultural merging? How might the reverse
chronological structure of the novel contribute to your
interpretation? (Gleiser, Appiah, Traves, Sharma, Leonard, Hill,
Ahmed, Wasserstrom, Zuckerman…)
4. How do memory, nostalgia, and the past help and/or hinder
the Garcias’ assimilation process in the US? How does memory
connect to place and identity and the characters’ evolving
definition of home? Consider, for example, the role of the
Dominican Republic and how it travels/evolves with the Garcias
in the US. (Afridi, Hill, Ahmed, Iyer, Appiah…)
5. Yolanda is the primary narrator of the novel, and she is also a
poet who takes words and language very seriously. What defines
her evolution with language and how does it affect her
relationships with others and the world around her?
(Boroditsky, Traves, Appiah, Leonard, Sharma, Zuckerman…)
6. What message(s) does the book have about respecting
cultural differences and/or the effects of globalization? How
might you use Appiah’s concept of the cosmopolitan to enhance
your understanding of the family’s experience as new
“adventurers” to the US? (Appiah, Zuckerman, Cole, Ahmed,
Hill, Traves, Iyer, Gleiser, Wasserstrom, Sharma, Leonard,
Boroditsky…)
** Narrowing Your Focus: Since you are dealing in some way
with three texts in a fairly short paper, it will be important to
keep your focus specific. In many of the examples above I refer
to “the Garcias” or “the family.” By doing this, I do not mean to
suggest that you need to address every member of the family,
though you are welcome to do so as long as you can narrow in
on a very specific aspect of their experiences (otherwise you
would end up with a very long paper!). You are more than
welcome (and encouraged) to focus your argument on only
5. one/some of the characters.
DUE DATES AND TIMELINE:
Weds. 11/18: Draft of your intro & general outline + Works
Cited page
Mon. 11/23: First Draft due in class for peer review (at least
750 words + Works Cited page with 1-2 sentence annotation
detailing the purpose of each Globalization essay in connection
to your argument)
Tues. 11/24: Draft due by 11pm to BB > Assignments > Paper
3 > Draft for feedback
Week of 11/30:REQUIRED CONFERENCES FOR PAPER 3!
Weds. 12/9: FINAL VERSION OF PAPER 3 DUE BY
11:59PM AS PART OF YOUR FINAL PORTFOLIO TO BB >
ASSIGNMENTS > FINAL PORTFOLIO
STRUCTURE GUIDELINES:
Introduction: You must introduce Garcia Girls and at least one
of the essays you are using in the introduction. Although more
of your analysis will be focused on the novel, it is often a good
strategy to introduce a central idea from one of the essays first
and then move toward the claim by suggesting how the novel
complicates those ideas (creating your problem/question). *Use
the 5-part intro structure!
Body Paragraphs: In your body paragraphs, create an active
dialogue between your texts. This does not mean that you
absolutely must address all three texts in every body paragraph
(or even at least two texts in all body paragraphs). But it does
mean that there should be some body paragraphs where you cite
ideas from Garcia Girls and at least one of the other essays.
Most of the analysis will focus on the novel. Make sure to
incorporate an acknowledgement/response to an alternate point
of view. *Follow PED paragraph structure, quotation integration
6. techniques, & MLA style!
***Please make sure to follow formatting and MLA style
requirements, properly paraphrase and cite all of your sources
to avoid plagiarism. If plagiarism is detected anywhere in your
final paper or portfolio, you will receive a zero and a report will
be filed with the Academic Conduct Committee.***
Handout-Conclusions.docx
WR098 PAPER 3: WRITING AN EFFECTIVE CONCLUSION
Just as your introduction paragraph is composed of three
essential parts (Common Ground > Problem > Claim), your
conclusion is also essentially composed of three parts.
Three steps to a successful conclusion in general, and for Paper
3 in particular:
1. SUMMARY (at least 3 sentences)
A. Brief summary of your original claim (thesis) and your
paper’s primary sub-claims (main points), but formulated in a
new, fresh way. (DO NOT SIMPLY COPY YOUR CLAIM
WORD-FOR-WORD FROM YOUR INTRO!)Keep in mind that,
by the end of your paper, your reader is very familiar with your
topic, the characters, the themes, and your argument; therefore,
you can take advantage of that assumed knowledge in your
conclusion (which you could not do in your claim in your
introduction).
B. Also re-acknowledge the 2 Globalization essays and
summarize the conversation that exists among all 3 texts
(García Girls + 2 Glob. essays)
7. 2. EXTEND THE CONVERSATION (at least 3 sentences).
After you’ve completed #1 above: Assume by the conclusion
that, through textual evidence, you have proven your
substantiated and proven your claim. Now push the conversation
forward in a new—but not wholly unrelated—direction by
engaging one of the following techniques:
a. LOOP BACK TO THE IDEA/QUESTION/QUOTE YOU
REFER TO IN YOUR HOOK SENTENCE OF THE
INTRODUCTION: This can be a good way to bring your paper
full-circle if you began your essay with a quote or a question.
Make a nod back to that initial quote/question in your first
sentence,, and then offer your own response to conclude your
paper.
b. RETURN TO AND EXPAND ON THE LARGER
SIGNIFICANCE (“SO WHAT?” RESPONSE) FROM YOUR
INTRO: What did you acknowledge to be the larger significance
or relevance of your argument? Considering the theme/issue of
your paper and acknowledge the bigger picture. You have
focused on a specific text; how does your argument apply to the
world beyond that text?
c. CONSIDER A HYPOTHETICAL “WHAT IF?”: Imagine
that a plot point of the book had turned out differently. How
might it alter or reinforce your argument? Ask your paper a
hypothetical “What if . . .?”(*Note: You logically wouldn’t
want to stress a hypothetical unless your response would
continue to support your argument!)
d. ASK YOUR READER A RELATED QUESTION TO
CONSIDER AND TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION ON
YOUR TOPIC: As we’ve discussed all semester, academic
writing is a conversation; by writing an essay, you are engaging
in a conversation or debate about an issue that is already being
discussed by other scholars. In your conclusion, you can explain
8. another problem that your argument has led you to consider, and
then pose a related question to your reader—a question that
arises out of your argument.
3. CONCLUDING FOCUS ON YOUR PRIMARY TEXT &
THEME (at least 1 sentence). Finally, at the end of your
conclusion, bring the conversation back a few steps to make a
final nod back to the García Girls and your primary theme.
**Consider these three key steps as you revise the conclusion of
your final paper, focusing specifically on step 2, which is
arguably the most important (and difficult) step of your
conclusion.
SAMPLE PAPER 3 CONCLUSION
DIRECTIONS: Below, I have included the last two sentences of
an introduction and the entire conclusion from a former WR098
student’s Paper 3. Read the text below and decide whether, for
Part 2 of the conclusion, the student chose to engage option a,
b, c, or d to push the argument forward?
“SO WHAT?” STATEMENT & THESIS:
Indeed, if we ignore the complexities of assimilation and its
relationship to identity, our globalized citizens may never feel
at home and secure in the world, and we may not have the tools
to aid in the process. Hoffman’s experiences in Lost in
Translation prove that passive acceptance and adoption of a
target culture will not always lead to a sense of belonging; Eva
forges her own path to self-discovery through language and
self-acceptance.
CONCLUSION:
Lost in Translation demonstrates the complex relationship
between language, culture, and identity. When facing a new
environment, many multicultural individuals assume that
assimilation is the key to survive, to gain approval, and to feel
9. at home in the world. Yet, Hoffman shows that this is not
necessarily the case; identity can be found through the
establishment of one’s personal language expression and
development, and by accepting one’s fate as distinct from
others. Just as Iyer and Hooks demonstrate in their essays,
identity for Hoffman cannot be dictated by anyone other than
herself. But why is the search for one’s identity so important?
Iyer asserts that “to lack a center, after all, may be to lack
something essential to the state of being human,” and he further
acknowledges a philosopher’s belief that to feel a sense of home
“is perhaps the most important and least recognized need of the
human soul” (201). In other words, the very thing that makes us
human—the very core of our identity—is knowing where we
belong and knowing that we do, indeed, have a “home.”
Throughout all of the obstacles Hoffman faces, by uncovering
her multicultural center, she ultimately recovers her Self and,
therefore, her home.
GG-FinalChapterGroupDiscussion.docx
“The Drum” (Chapter 15—the final chapter of the book)
Directions:
In your groups, read through the following passages and then
discuss the following with your groupmates:
1. What do you think the following images represent to Yolanda
and to the novel as a whole?
· The drum
· Schwarz, the kitten
· The mother cat
2. In what ways does this final chapter tie up loose ends and/or
leave you dissatisfied or uncertain?
I) p. 281:
“Immediately, I singled out one who had four little white paws
and a white spot between its ears, fully dressed, so it looked, as
10. opposed to the others who were careless and had lost their shoes
and caps. This one, a curiosity, was the one I intended for me.”
II) p. 284 to p. 285:
“`About drumsticks,’ I said. And then, because I was sure I had
found my man, I hurried my questions: `Can you play with a
brand-new kitten or will the mother abandon it or blind you if
she catches you and by when can you take a kitten from its
mother to keep as a pet?’”
[…]
“you must wait until that kitten can make it on its own. Don’t
you agree?”
III) p. 286 to p. 290 (end of the book):
“I did not know at the time the word for saying one thing and
doing another, but I did know plenty of practicing adults, and I
was not going to be gypped of a well-dressed kitten by a moral
imperative given to me by an exception to the rule!
[…]
“At that hour and in that loneliness, I hear her, a black furred
thing lurking in the corners of my life, her magenta mouth
opening, wailing over some violation that lies at the center of
my art.”
Handout-CounterargumentPaper3.docx
WR098 Yoder/Fall
2015
Acknowledging and Responding to
Alternate Points of View and Counterarguments
(TSIS Ch. 6: “Planting a Naysayer”)
11. One of your requirements for Paper 3 is to acknowledge and
respond to a point of view or interpretation other than your
own. Experienced writers make their arguments stronger by
comparing their own claims with other reasonable approaches to
the same issue. When readers don’t think you’ve considered the
alternatives, they may question how well you’ve thought
through your own ideas; when readers see that you have
considered the alternatives, they're more likely to be persuaded
that your claim is the best option among all possible
perspectives. As stated in chapter 6 of They Say/I Say, while it
may seem paradoxical, “the more you give voice to your critics’
objections, the more you tend to disarm those critics, especially
if you go on to answer their objections in convincing ways.”
Other names for “naysayers”: counterarguments
counterclaims objections
alternate points of view skeptics
I. ACKNOWLEDGING YOUR NAYSAYER
See Chapter 6 of They Say/I Say for templates to introduce and
acknowledge your naysayer. Below are some common structures
that you could use:
Unnamed Naysayer:
Some readers may challenge my interpretation of ____ by
insisting that…
Some might argue that…
Of course, many may disagree on the grounds that…
Named Naysayer (referring to a specific person or a group of
people):
Yet, Gleiser would likely take issue with this point of view
and insist that…
Here, many American immigrants may object that…
Introducing an Objection in the Form of a Question:
Is it always the case, as I have been suggesting, that…?
Yet, does the evidence prove conclusively that…?
II. RESPONDING TO YOUR NAYSAYER
12. Once you acknowledge your naysayer, you must explain that
alternate perspective with fairness and objectivity (summary)
and then respond in a convincing manner that reinforces your
own argument/claim. Rather than completely dismissing the
objection as a whole (saying, for instance, “That’s just
incorrect”), you want to acknowledge the objection’s validity
and/or relevance and then respond by challenging only the part
that you disagree with. In this way, you are essentially making a
concession while still standing your ground.
Templates for Making a Concession:
Although I grant that X can be interpreted as_____, I still
maintain that…
While it is true that ______ , it does not necessarily mean that…
III. SAMPLE MAIN BODY PARAGRAPH CONTAINING A
COUNTERARGUMENT:
This paragraph was the final main body paragraph of the
student’s paper (just before the conclusion), as it addressed an
interpretation that was completely counter to the student’s
entire claim/thesis. You may have a counterargument that
merely offers a different interpretation to just one of your
points of analysis (not your paper’s overall claim), in which
case you could acknowledge/respond to the counterargument in
that same main body paragraph.
As you read the sample below, consider which template(s) the
student has chosen to acknowledge the naysayer, and divide the
paragraph into ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (A) and RESPONSE
(R).
Of course, some might argue that Ashima’s home is back in
India where she grew
up and where her family members are. Or that her home
eventually becomes the States
13. because that is where she spends most of life, with her husband
and children and builds
lasting memories. Both of these views are valid and can be
supported by the text, but
Ashima’s feelings about home evolves throughout the novel and
this can be seen at the
end of the novel when she decides to live 6 months in India and
6 months in the States
which indicates that she feels she doesn’t belong in one specific
place. Ultimately, Ashima accepts her messy identity as both
Indian and American: “She has learned to do things on her own,
and though she wears saris, still puts her hair in a bun, she is
not the same Ashima who had once lived in Calcutta. She will
return to India with an American passport. In her wallet will
remain her Massachusetts driver’s license, her social security
card” (Lahiri 276). Though it is true that she will always
associate her family and India with “home,” she has established
a sense of belonging and her own home in America as well.
Rather than choose one over the other, she accepts both as a
part of herself and has come to peace with it.
GROUP EXERCISE: Logical counterclaims/objections. In your
group, acknowledge the validity of each of the claims below.
Then, come up with a logical objection (counterargument) for
each claim. For #s 4-5, use specific passages/moments in the
book to support your response.
Example: Technology should be permitted and employed in all
classrooms.
1. Globalization unites us more than it divides us.
2. English is becoming a global language, but it is not
threatening minority languages and cultures.
3. One’s identity is determined more by nature (genetics,
biology) than by nurture (our experiences, society and the
14. environment).
4. In Alvarez’s novel, the sister with the least amount of
struggle in the United States is Fifi because she is the youngest
and, therefore, not as connected to the family’s Dominican roots
when they move to America.
5. In the final chapter of Alvarez’s novel, “The Drum,” the
kitten and mother cat symbolize… (come up with your own
interpretation and then anticipate what a logical
counterargument might be)
Workshop-Paper3Intro(1).docx
WR098 Yoder / Fall 2015
Paper 3: Introduction Peer Review
Wednesday, 11/18
[ GROUPS OF 2 OR 3 ]
PEER REVIEW & DISCUSSION: Introduction, General
Outline, & Annotated Works Cited
Writer’s Name: Reviewer’s Name:
You will work through this peer-review TOGETHER, stopping
after each question to discuss your answers with one another
and acknowledge any points of uncertainty, confusion, concern.
A. Read your partner’s introduction and divide it into the 5
parts with a backslash ( / ).
· Hook
· Summary/common ground
· Problem statement/question
· “So what?”/larger significance
· Claim/response
DISCUSSION: Once you’re both done reading and identifying
the 5 parts, discuss any uncertainties or difficulties you had in
identifying the 5 parts. Ask for clarification from your partner.
15. B. Working backwards in the intro, begin by re-reading the
CLAIM. 1) What primary theme is at the focus of the student’s
argument about the García Girls?
2) What character(s) does this argument focus on?
3) In 1-2 sentences and in your own words, paraphrase what the
student is arguing in this paper:
DISCUSSION: Did you understand each other’s arguments?
Look closely at the language and content of the claim and
discuss how debatable and argumentative it sounds – do you
have concerns that it sounds more like a factual statement or
summary of the novel? Also discuss the character(s) under
analysis and why you chose them over the other characters in
the book.
C. Still working backwards, now re-read the PROBLEM
STATEMENT. What is the theme-related question that the
student is raising about the novel? (Note: in your intro, you can
directly ask a question, or you can create a statement in which
your question is implied)
?
DISCUSSION: Look back at your responses to part B above
(claim). The claim should directly respond to the question posed
by the problem statement. Is there any disconnect in your
partner’s intro or your own? Does the question lead to a
conceptual analysis rather than to a simple yes/no/one-word
response or a factual informative response from the novel?
D. Now re-read the SUMMARY of The García Girls and
compare it to your own. Considering the problem/question you
discussed in part C above, describe how the student’s summary
of the novel sets up that problem? Is there sufficient
16. information and logical transition from summary to problem?
Explain.
DISCUSSION: Compare your summary of the novel to your
partner’s. How/in what ways do they overlap and how do they
diverge? Why do you think they diverge in those ways?
Considering the problem and claim, is there any information in
the summary that you think is extraneous (unnecessary) or,
conversely, any information that you feel is left out?
E. In addition to the 5-part intro, you are required to introduce
one Globalization essay in your introduction in order to help
broaden the scope of the primary theme under analysis in your
paper. You can introduce the essay as part of your hook or as
part of your summary/common ground in order to set up the
question/problem that you’re raising about the novel. Which
essay does the student include and what function(s) is it
serving?
DISCUSSION: Explain the connection/common ground between
the novel and the Glob. essay included in the intro. Compare
how you and your partner each use the essay in your intro – are
you each using it to fulfill the same function? How do you plan
on bringing the essay back in the main body of your paper?
F. Re-read your partner’s claim at the end of the intro. From
the claim, how do you expect the argument to develop in the
main body of the paper? What do you expect the main points of
analysis to be? Outline them here.
I.
II.
III.
IV. (if applicable)
DISCUSSION: Lookover the general outline for the student’s
main body and compare with the outline you had anticipated
17. above. Discuss if there are any unexpected points that the claim
did not forecast.
G. Read through your partner’s Annotated Works Cited Page.
Which 2 Globalization essays will be engaged in the paper and
how/why?
Essay #1:
Essay #2:
DISCUSSION: Considering the primary theme under analysis in
the paper, do these 2 essay selections seem logical to you? What
other Globalization essay(s) might be useful for the student to
consider in relation to this theme? What purpose will the essay
introduced in the introduction serve in the main body?
FINAL DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1. Right now, what concerns do you and your partner have about
this paper as you think about writing your first draft? What
difficulties do you anticipate encountering as you write?
2. How do you think this paper (topic + writing process) might
differ from Papers 1 and 2? Do you expect it to be more
difficult/easy, and how/why?
Workshop-Paper3Draft.docx
WR098 PEER-REVIEW
Draft of Paper 3
Writer: Reader:
I. INTRODUCTION
1. Read the intro and draw lines ( / ) to divide it into the 5
parts. If you have any difficulty identifying a part, ask your
partner for clarification.
2. What Globalization essay is introduced in the intro and what
18. theme is it connecting to for the novel?
3. What is the underlying question being posed by the problem
statement? What question is the student asking about the novel?
?
4. Re-read the claim. Does it respond directly to the question
you identify above, or is there a disconnect? Explain and offer
feedback to your partner.
5. From only the claim, what do you expect to be the main
points of analysis in the main body of the paper? How will the
argument develop? Make a brief, general outline below, and
discuss with your partner if you’re not sure.
II. MAIN BODY PARAGRAPHS
Read the rest of the draft. As you read, place a PLUS SIGN ( + )
next to any part of the paper that you find effective or
interesting for some reason. Place a QUESTION MARK
( ? ) next to any part of the paper that confuses you, raises a
question for you, or is unclear for some reason.Once you are
done reading the full draft, respond below.
1. Overall, does the argument proceed as you expected (in #5
above)? If not, why/how does it differ? Explain and discuss
with your partner.
2. Pick one of the main body paragraphs that engages a
Globalization essay and focus only on that paragraph for the
following questions.
A. Do you feel that it effectively follows PED structure,
introducing an argumentative sub-claim of the thesis, then
19. providing evidence (a quote) early on in the paragraph, and
focusing on discussion/analysis for the remainder of the
paragraph? If you feel that it does not contain PED structure,
comment to your partner.
B. What Globalization essay is engaged in this paragraph and
what is its function in relation to the student’s argument? Is it
providing an additional example that relates to experiences in
García Girls? Is it providing background information or
data/facts? Is it serving as a counterargument? If you are
unsure, discuss with your partner.
C. Does the student quote from both the novel and from the
Globalization essay in this paragraph? YES / NO If yes, do
you feel like there’s a clear connection between the two
passages? And, if so, what is that connection? Is it based on
theme? Idea? Experience? Explain. If you are unsure of why
the student is connecting the essay to the novel, discuss with
your partner.
D. Consider the quotes from each text. Do you feel that they
really help guide the analysis and/or can you think of another
passage in either text that might connect to the same theme and
be equally (or more) illuminating for the discussion?
Brainstorm with your partner about other passages (particularly
for the novel) that connect to the same theme.
20. E. Go back through the draft and consider your question marks
(?) that you included while reading. What is the primary
question that you have for your partner? What do you feel could
be clarified or improved as the student continues on?
Handout-SamplePaper3IntroAndMB1.docx
WR098 Yoder / Fall 2015
Sample Paper 3 Introduction
Directions: Read the intro and divide it into the 5 parts. Note
any difficulties that you have.
In his essay “A Mickey Mouse Approach to Globalization”
Jeffrey N. Wasserstrom claims that it is superficial to equate
globalization with Americanization because, in his experience,
American products are endowed with new meaning when
transplanted to different cultures (22). Even a food item as
American as a cheeseburger, Wasserstrom asserts, can be
experienced in a distinctly different way in another part of the
world. In Jhumpa Lahiri’s novel The Namesake, food figures
prominently into narrative as Ashima and her new husband
immigrate to America and struggle to maintain a connection to
their Bengali roots. Their American-born children often
illustrate the distance between their Indian past and their
American present, and the parents frequently use food to
reestablish their Bengali traditions. Yet, as time passes, Ashima
and her son Gogol endure a relationship with food in America
that complicates Wasserstrom’s view. In looking more closely
at the bridge between food and culture, we can learn more about
how even choices that seem trivial can reveal important insight
into our process of engaging with the world around us. While
Ashima and Gogol are often able to separate American culture
21. from the products they are consuming, in line with
Wasserstrom’s argument, their relationship to food over time
suggests that the adaptation to America and its products is far
more complex. For both characters, food consumption
ultimately transforms their Bengali transitions, signifying that
food is not only a link to old traditions but also an important
factor in the Americanization of new generations.
TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR PARTNER:
1. Do you agree on the divisions of the introduction into its 5
parts? Any uncertainties?
(1) Hook > (2) Summary/Common Ground > (3)
Problem/Question > (4) “So What?”/Larger Significance > (5)
Claim/Response
2. Describe the function that Wasserstrom is serving in the
intro. How does he connect to the student’s argument?
3. What would you say is the primary theme under analysis in
this paper? What theme do both texts share (Wasserstrom’s
essay and Lahiri’s novel)?
4. What is the implied question being asked about the novel in
the problem statement?
5. Re-read the claim and then discuss how you expect the
argument to develop throughout the main body paragraphs.
What will be the first point of analysis? second? etc.
Sample First Main Body Paragraph
In the early chapters of The Namesake, Ashima frequently
adapts American food products to suit the Bengali traditions.
From the very first moment she moves to the United States,
Ashima modifies American products to cater to her needs.
22. While she is still pregnant with Gogol, she tries to replicate the
snack from Calcutta she likes so much by using Rice Krispies
cereal, peanuts, and chopped red onion from her local New York
supermarket, but she only gets to a “humble approximation”
(Lahiri 1). Similarly, Ashima teaches the other newly arrived
Bengali wives how to make halwa from a very popular
children’s hot cereal in America: Cream of Wheat. She fries the
shrimp cutlets in sauce pans, and she and the other Bengalis
drink tea with evaporated milk (Lahiri 38). Ashima does her
best to adapt the American products to her Bengali dishes,
giving them new meaning as Wasserstrom alludes to in his
essay. Yet, while Mickey Mouse took on a whole new meaning
for the Chinese while Wasserstrom was living in China in the
1980s, the Americanness of Rice Krispies and Cream of Wheat
cannot be ignored for Ashima (Wasserstrom 23). In fact, having
to adapt these American products to her Bengali traditions
brings her much sorrow since nothing is quite as it used to be
back in her own country: “But now, with a baby crying in her
arms, her breasts swollen with milk, her body coated in sweat,
her groin still so sore she can scarcely sit, it is all suddenly
unbearable” (Lahiri 32). The opposition of the evaporated milk
used to make the modified hawla and the natural mother’s milk
in her breasts highlights Ashima’s conflict between the two
cultures. The situation only makes her miss India even more.
Ashima’s early attitude towards food seems to suggest that in
fact, much unlike Wasserstrom claims, American products can
Americanize other traditions, forcing them to adapt to American
culture instead of the other way round. She is forced to adapt
her traditions to what she owns and has no option but to
Americanize them, making them lose some of the original
quality to adapt to the American standards.
TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR PARTNER:
1. Re-read only the topic sentence. What character(s) will this
paragraph focus on analyzing, and what will the student try to
23. prove? Does this sub-claim connect to the student’s claim (refer
back to the intro paragraph)?
2. How many texts are discussed in this paragraph, and which
text receives the most attention?
3. What function does Wasserstrom serve for this paragraph?
Consider the conversation that the student sets up between the
two texts.
4. How many quotes are included in the paragraph? Do they
come from one text or both texts? How well does the paragraph
follow PED structure? Any improvements you would make?
Handout-Paper3PlanningWorksheet.docx
WR098 Yoder / Fall 2015
Paper 3: Argumentative Theme Synthesis
Planning Worksheet for Monday 11/16
I. Important information for understanding the objectives for
Paper 3
For this paper assignment, the objective is to explore a theme
and its significance to Alvarez’s novel How the García Girls
Lost Their Accents, using 2 Globalization essays to add
dimension and support to your argument. Therefore, the 2
Globalization essays should also meaningfully connect to your
selected theme; you will expand upon those connections in your
main body paragraphs as the essays help you to illustrate and
prove your claim about the novel.
II. Paper 3 vs. Papers 1 & 2: A new genre of text, a new
argumentative focus
Up until now, your papers have centered on non-fiction
(essays); Paper 3 marks your first time creating an
argumentative claim about a work of fiction (a novel). The
24. primary distinction is that a novel concerns made-up, invented
characters and situations, unlike your Globalization essays,
which focused entirely on actual, documented human
experiences. That said, fictional stories have their origins in
real life (springing forth from an author’s own observations,
thoughts, and experiences); as with all art forms, literature can
serve to expand our thinking about important themes,
relationships, events, and processes that reflect the world
around us. Fiction can provide us with new (often complicated)
ways of viewing the human experience. Your argument for
Paper 3 will focus on your interpretation of the characters and
events in the novel and what these experiences show you about
the significant themes and issues we’ve been discussing all
semester in connection to globalization.
III. Getting started on planning your paper
To begin planning your introduction (which will be due Weds,
11/18) and your first draft (which will be due the following
week), you first need to figure out which individual theme you
want to explore. Many themes eventually overlap and intersect
(for example: sense of home and belonging also reflects on
one’s identity)—those intersections are expected (and
encouraged!) in your paper—but it is important as you plan your
paper that you can narrow in on one specific theme to maintain
your focus.
A. Below, jot down your top 2 theme choices, considering the
chapters you’ve read so far and which theme(s) are standing out
to you as being the most significant to the characters/story.
Theme preferences:
1.
2.
B. Now, refer back to the “Potential Questions to Explore”
section on your Paper 3 assignment sheet, and re-read the 6
potential problems for you to explore in the novel. Select the
25. two questions/topics that most concern your preferred themes
above:
Question/Problem Selections from the Paper 3 Assignment
Sheet:
1. Question #
2. Question #
C. Now, take some time to reflect on your theme, its role in the
novel so far, and the potential questions/problems from the
assignment sheet. Then, select the theme and question/problem
that you tentatively want to explore and respond to for Paper 3.
Selected Theme to Explore and Analyze:
Selected Question/Problem Corresponding to Your
Selected Theme:
D. Now, considering your theme and question/problem, select
at least 3Globalization essaysthat share the theme and which
might help you to illustrate and support your argument about
the García Girls. (For your paper, you will only need 2, but for
now, consider 3 that may be useful and you can then narrow
down to the 2 most useful later.) *Consider the various
functions that the Globalization essays might serve in your
paper as described in the “Tasks” section on your Paper 3
assignment sheet.
Globalization Essays That Share Your Selected Theme (give
title or author):
Essay #1:
Essay #2:
Essay #3:
26. E. You will once again use the 5-part introduction structure
for Paper 3. Unlike Paper 2, though, Paper 3 is asking you to
focus your argument on just one text (the García Girls). The two
Globalization essays will serve as secondary (supplemental)
sources in your paper. Similar to Paper 2, however, I would like
you to introduce a second text in your introduction paragraph:
choose one Globalization essay that you can use as background
information to establish the broader significance of your central
theme as you move toward your claim by suggesting how the
novel complicates those ideas, thus creating your
problem/question. (We will discuss this more in class on
Monday.) For now, which of the 3 essay selections in part D
above do you think would be most useful to introduce as
background information for your selected thematic focus in
Paper 3?
Essay You Will Introduce in Your Intro to Set Up Your Theme:
F. Summarizing a novel is quite a different experience
from summarizing an informative or argumentative essay,
though you should of course still adhere to effective summary
guidelines (introduce author/title/genre of text, remain
objective, use present tense, etc.). You want to be strategic
about what information you do/do not include in your summary,
however. For example, if you know that your argument is going
to focus only on Yolanda, then it’s not necessary to introduce
her sisters by name. You also want to make sure that you’re
emphasizing (albeit objectively) your theme in connection to
the story line and main characters so that you are helping to set
up your problem and claim.
Though you are not done reading the novel, you can
still create a tentative brief summary (2-3 sentences) of the
book with your current knowledge. Draft a summary here:
IV.Works Cited. Review the format for your essay citations on
27. your Works Cited pages in Papers 1 & 2 and refer to RfW to
establish the Works Cited citation for the novel. I’ve begun it
for you:
Alvarez, Julia.