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ENGL 102

Final Research Paper

Your task, according to the ENGL 102 Syllabus, is as follows:

An original researched argument paper of 8-10 pages (2000-2500 words) using at least 10 sources, and which requires students to implement a research plan; use a rhetorically effective method of organization; formulate, develop, and support a thesis using sound evidence, reasoning, and appropriate appeals; and incorporate alternate positions into a sustained argument.

4. a. Analysis, interpretation, evaluation, and response to at least 150 pages, to include both instructor-assigned readings and credible texts students find through research.

4. b. At least one annotated bibliography of five or more sources using a standard citation style, each annotation an entry of at least 100 words to include a summary and explanation of how the text will contribute to the research paper, for a minimum of three pages.

This assignment is worth 120 pts out of the 300 pts in the class:

· 20 pts: Annotated Bibliography

· 40 pts: Publication Formatting & Submission (20 pts. Each)

· 60 pts: Essay Grade (6 Traits of Writing Rubric x2)

Your essay will follow the following structure:

I. Introduction & Research Question…………………..…………..(Approx pg. 1)

II. Literature Review……………………………………….…..…(Approx pgs. 1-3)

a. Known

b. Debatable

c. Unknown

HYPOTHESIS

III. Research Methods………………………………………..…….(Approx pgs. 4-8)

a. Argument

b. Primary Data Analysis

c. Counter-Argument

IV. Conclusion……………………………………………...………..…(Approx pg. 8)

a. Conclusions

b. Limitations

c. Further Research

V. Appendix……………………………………………………………(Approx pg. 9)

a. Blank Copy of Data Instrument

b. Selected Copies of Sample Data (if desired)

VI. Annotated Works Cited Page…………………………..…………..(Approx pg. 10)