ENC1102-DefinitionPaper

Definition Paper

Due Jun 14 by 11:59pm Points 200

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Assignment Overview

There are many words or terms that we think we can easily and quickly define, but

upon closer examination there are nuances within the term and different ways in

which we can define it. Examples you might consider are: home, love, American

Dream, a good mother, the term hero, or even the term teenager.

Your task is to select a common word or term, and then write a definition

essay to explain all the variations in how it can be used/defined.Remember

to pick a term that has several different ways in which it could be defined. You

may even consider defining something from your field of study or work.

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For this essay:

Select a term commonly used but with different possible definitions

Research different components of the term such as the historical definition,

how it is currently used, relevant examples of its use both past and present,

how it might change in the future, its impact on society and society’s impact

on it

Develop a thesis that presents your definition

Use your research to provide a deeper understanding of the term

This is a research essay; do not use “I” or present information as

personal opinion

Grading & Submission

A rubric is available on Blackboard. The key categories for grading are:

thesis/evidence, organization, MLA formatting, and grammar. You must use in-

text citations and include a Works Cited page in MLA format with at least 5

sources; three of those sources must be from the library databases.

Length: 500+ words

The Submission: Submit an electronic copy done in Word via Canvas. If for any

reason Canvas doesn’t work, email the document as an attachment (not as a One

Drive document) to Dr. E. Late papers will have an automatic point deduction.

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Total Points: 200

Research Rubric

Criteria Ratings Pts

40 pts

40 pts

40 pts

80 pts

Plagiarism:Papers plagiarized either in whole or in part will receive a “0” and

failure of the course.

Please feel free to contact Dr. E if you have any questions along the way!

Thesis/Evidence

Clear thesis carried throughout and supported by appropriate data; enough

evidence to be informative and convincing

Organization

Ideas are presented in a logical and organized manner with solid, separate

paragraphs; good use of transitions; solid introduction and conclusion

MLA

Follows proper MLA guidelines; proper Works Cited; proper in-text citations

Grammar

Solid sentence structure; good use of punctuation; excellent grammar and

language mechanics

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