Argumentative Essay

Instructions

Write a 4-6 page (approximately 1000-1500 word) argumentative essay using the classical model supported by evidence and research.

You are required to take a position on one side of the issue.

Your submission must include an APA style reference page following the essay. In your research, you will need 2-4 credible primary or secondary sources to use as support in your essay.

On a separate page, below your reference page, include thoughtful answers to the Think About Your Writing questions. References and Think About Your Writing questions are NOT included in the word count for this essay.

Think About Your Writing

Below your reference page, include answers to all of the following reflection questions.

1. What have you learned about how to present a strong argument? How could/will you apply this knowledge in your professional or everyday life (3-4 sentences)?

2. Consider the English course as a whole. What have you learned about yourself as a writer (5-6 sentences)?

Argumentative Essay Guidelines

· Have you included a thesis that takes a clear, specific position on one side of a debatable issue?

· Are all of the details relevant to the purpose of your essay?

· Is the argument supported using rhetorical appeals and source material?

· Is your essay 4-6 pages (approximately 1000-1500 words)? If not, which details do you need to add or delete?

· Have you cited outside sources effectively using quotation, summary, or paraphrase?

· Are the sources incorporated smoothly, providing the reader with signal phrases and context for the source information?

· Have you referenced a range of 2-4 credible sources?

· Have you included an APA style reference page below your essay?

· Is there an introduction, conclusion, adequate body paragraphs, and a counterargument?

· Is the argument presented in a logical order and easy for the reader to follow?

· Are there transitions within and between paragraphs?

· Are the word choices accurate and effective?

· Are the sentence structures varied?

· Have you properly cited your sources according to APA style guidelines?

· Have you double-checked for correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, formatting, and capitalization?

· Have you proofread for typos?