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Purpose
:
The goals of this assignment are to help you:
become more knowledgeable about finding and using
varied research sources
in
your major
.
further develop your
critical thinking skills
and
back up your points with evidence
.
become more adept at
synthesizing information
and
developing informed views
.
discipline yourself to
follow a scholarly research format
to
document in-text sources
and a
reference page (bibliography).
compose a
well-organized, clear, concise
,
research paper
to expand your knowledge on a subject in your major.
Preparation
:
Follow through with the research done on your selected topic.
Research information regarding topic for research essay.
Provide pre-writing/outline for research essay.
Follow APA guidelines for final product of research essay.
Participate in the forum discussion for commentary on research essay.
Writing Task
:
Write an six to eight-page, Times New Roman, 12-point font, typed, double-spaced APA-guidelined research essay. The student writer will...
Clearly state a thesis that indicates where writer stands on the issue.
Produce an introduction (that includes the thesis), body (3-4 paragraphs), and conclusion.
Provide substantial examples for each point, accurately using quotations and citations for at least seven outside varied sources.
Incorporate good transition words/phrases throughout essay, allowing readers to follow writer in a cohesive/coherent manner.
Use of counterarguments to summarize and refute opposing positions.
A conclusion that emphasizes your central idea without being too repetitive.
See rubric attached for grading criteria.
DIRECTIONS:
[You will need to check out the library’s databases to do this assignment. Do not expect to get all of our resources off the Internet.]
FIRST STEP:
At this point, you should have already started brainstorming and doing some initial research. For additional assistance, please feel free to read Virginia Montecino’s, "
Help with Writing Research Papers
”
(http://mason.gmu.edu/~montecin/writ-pap.htm), which can be very helpful.
I. Research Paper Proposal:
At this point, you will have already submitted a research paper proposal. If anything has changed, please attach a copy of the final proposal to the end of the final version of your research paper to be turned in with your final draft.
II. Research Paper:
Your research paper must be
your own work.
Please review the
CSUSB policy on academic dishonesty
and
the form
I will have to fill out if you do not follow the policy.
Topic:
Your research paper project begins with a fact finding search on some
current
issue in your major to advance your knowledge. After you brainstorm about possible subjects and then select one, narrow your topic down to a manageable issue. Investigate possible approaches to your chosen topic and map out your strategy. Your final product will be judged on how well you succeed in producing a well thought out, c ...
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Term Research Assignment FAQ’s
This is an overview of questions received regarding the assignment. It is not all inclusive and may be
added to throughout the term.
Q. If I am working on this assignment with a partner, do we both need to turn in an
assignment?
A. No, only one assignment needs to be turned in by one of the partners. Please make sure both
names are on the memo. One of the partners must upload the assignment into D2L.
Q. Do I have to use Word to complete the assignment?
A. Yes. This is another use of what you learned this term using Word. Combine the two parts of the
assignment in to one file. You will be graded on how you used Word as well.
Q. Are there any Word format requirements?
A. Yes, the assignment must be single spaced (DO NOT use the default spacing in Word), with a 1”
margin. The font must be 10 or 11 point Times New Roman.
Q. What exactly should the completed assignment include?
A. The completed assignment is made up of two parts – both completed using Word.
1. A 1-2 page typed persuasive memo – written to Ava Stevens – from you (representing
your business, non-profit, government entity, or committee). This memo outlines HOW
you plan to persuade your audience and what your main persuasive point(s) will be and
how you will back these points up with your research. Basically it is a narrative or
outline of your argument. Think of me as your boss, and this memo is being used to
prove to me that you have the needed information to continue with this persuasion. How
you organize this memo is your choice – but you may find bullet or numbered points
helpful in presenting some of the information. Remember you cannot end a memo with
a list. There needs to be at least a one sentence close to end the memo (don’t just
stop…write for the reader). Don’t forget to use the correct second page heading for the
second page of your memo.
This memo is NOT your entire argument – it is designed to prove you are ready, with the
necessary resources, to write the persuasive argument. Don’t make the mistake of using
this memo to argue your point. Remember to write to your audience – Ava Stevens
– what does she need from you to know you are ready to write the persuasive
argument to your audience?
2. A 2-4 (or more) page typed annotated bibliography – the minimum number of sources on
this annotated bibliography is 6. Of the 6 sources, at least 3 must be from peer reviewed
academic journals. (Information is provided below to explain how to verify if the journal,
and therefore the article, is peer reviewed.)
Each source will have two paragraphs. The first paragraph is an overview of the
article. DO NOT use the abstract to write this – read the article and explain the overall
idea of the article using your own words. You are uploading this in D2L and it will be put
through Turn-it-in. Please don’t earn zero points because you plagiarized. The second
paragraph is WHA.
1. Miss Darby
Independent Reading Assignment
Choose a non-fiction text of at least 150 pages. Follow the timeline for assignments and
due dates. There are four check-ins, which will help you develop your thinking about the topic.
Finally, choose a project that illustrates your topic in a creative way.
Timeline
4/15- Check in #1 (25% of book has been read) 4/22- Check in #2 (50% of book has been read)
4/29- Check in #3 (75% of book has been read) 5/06- Check in #4 (100% of book has been read)
5/11- Projects due; Presentations 5/12- Presentations
Book Requirements - Select a non-fiction book to read independently over the next few
weeks. The book must have at least 150 pages, but it can be about a topic of your choosing.
Choose a topic that interests you, but not one in which you are an expert.
Check-ins - Check-ins are due every Wednesday at the beginning of class.
Check in #1 (10 points)
Journal Response— ½ page typed
- What did you know about the topic before getting started on the book? (2 points)
- Why did you choose this book? (4 points)
- What have you learned so far? What do you want to learn? (4 points)
Check in #2 (20 points)
Journal Response – ½-1 page typed
- What techniques does the author use to present the information? (5 points)
- Where can you learn more about this topic? What outside sources have you
visited? (5 points)
- What is the most important thing you have learned so far? Why? (5 points)
- How can you use this information in your life? (5 points)
Check in #3 (30 points)
Source-Based Argument – 1-1.5 pages typed
- Using the book as the primary source, write an essay in which you argue whether
or not your topic should be taught in school. Use supporting facts and evidence
from the text to support your argument. Do not simply summarize the text.
Check in #4 (40 points)
Paragraph Response – 2 pages typed
- Using information from the text, write a well-developed essay in which you
identify a central idea in the text and analyze how the author’s use of one writing
strategy (literary element, literary technique, or rhetorical device) develops this
central idea. Use strong and thorough evidence from the text to support your
analysis. Do not simply summarize the text.
2. Miss Darby
ProjectOptions – Choose one option below to illustrate your topic in a creative way. Your
project will be graded on the following criteria:
- The project relates to the main topic of the non-fiction text………………...….10 points
- The project is complete and accurate……………………………….…........…..20 points
- The project shows excellent understanding of the topic……………...……...….20 points
- The project teaches the audience about the topic…………………...………...…20 points
- The project is organized and shows time and effort……..………….……...…...10 points
- The project is handed in on the due date…………………………….….........….10 points
- A clear voice, eye contact and good posture are used throughout presentation…10 points
Children’s Book
Write and design a children’s book that introduces your topic to children. Include simple
sentences and images to depict the main points of your topic. Any images you use that
you do not create yourself must be cited on a works cited page at the end of the book.
You will be reading your children’s book aloud during your presentation.
Photo Story
Take 7+ photographs or draw 5+ depictions of the main events/points of your book in
order to create a story through images. In your presentation, you will show each of the
images and explain how each of the images portrays the main points of your book.
Timeline
This is a great choice for books about historical events. Your timeline may be digital or in
print (i.e. on a poster board). In your timeline, you must include dates of at least 10
significant events, as well as descriptions of each of those events. Any images or quotes
you choose to include must be cited on a works cited page attached to the timeline.
Public Service Announcement
Write and film a public service announcement that relates to your topic. Include
significant facts, figures, and diagrams to persuade your viewers of the importance of
your topic. Any images that you do not create or quotes from the text must be cited on a
works cited slide at the end of the PSA.
Song or Chant
Write a song or chant about your topic. It can be a mnemonic device to help remember
important details about your topic or it can be a tribute to your topic. You must submit
the lyrics on the due date for full credit.
Other
If you have another idea, besides those listed above, propose the idea to Miss Darby. All
other ideas must be approved by Miss Darby to receive full credit.
