Using this link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2tOp7OxyQ8
Research-Based Argument
For this essay, you’ll have the opportunity to incorporate all of the skills we’ve learned throughout the course. You will
- pick a topic to write about. I would encourage you to pick a topic that is potentially controversial and somewhat broad in its appeal. You’ll have a much easier time finding credible information about “immigration” than you would “provolone cheese.” Likewise, you’ll have an easier time developing an argument for your thesis statement with a controversial topic than you would something mundane. Use this link if you need help choosing something.
- develop a guiding question about your topic to help your research process
- r—the answer to your question is your thesis statement.
- Compose a 1,250-word essay that attempts to persuade your reader of your position.
Make sure to include:
- A Thesis that directly answers the prompt and includes at least 3 specific details you will unpack in body paragraphs.
- Body Paragraphs that directly relate to your thesis and include topic sentences, lines of evidence, and analyses. For this essay you will be required to use a quote from four separate sources you’ve found in the TCC databases.
- An introduction that captures your reader’s interest.
- A conclusion that wraps up your argument by articulating why your position matters to our culture at large.
- MLA format with a works cited page.
The primary goal of this essay is to persuade your reader that your position is the most reasonable position to take on your topic. Make sure to review all of the materials from Units 1, 2 and 3 for any help you may need. The “Online Learning Resources” will also be a big help if you’re feeling stuck.
The “A” Paper –
- The “A” paper goes above and beyond what is expected of the writing prompt. The argument is meaningful and writing style enjoyable. As you would expect, the outstanding paper is well-organized, well-supported, and carefully documented. This paper leaves the reader satisfied with the writer’s argument and eager to re-read the paper. In addition, the outstanding paper leaves the reader with a feeling that he or she has learned something new through the reading of the paper. This paper, because of the enjoyable writing style, has very few grammatical, syntax, and MLA errors that distract the reader.
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