1500-1700 word count essay

Course Outcomes

Support a thesis with appropriate and specific information and analysis

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Coherently organize a written discussion

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Demonstrate the skills associated with standard formal English.

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Assignment Objectives

Understand the basic principles of inductive and deductive reasoning that develop higher order and critical thinking skills.

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Identify logical fallacies and understand how they weaken arguments and can mislead audiences.

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Provide a specific thesis that includes the subject, a precise analysis of the article, and additional reasoning that will be addressed in the essay.

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Use transitional sentences at the end or beginning of paragraphs that demonstrate control over the essay’s direction.

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Rely on analysis, rather than opinions, to develop the essay.

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Use third person point-of-view.

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Demonstrate a balance between argument development and argument support.

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Properly quote and cite all outside sources according to MLA formatting standards.

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