Week 5 assignment

 

Prof the outline goes with the First assignment, you did this outline last week

Outline

Title: A Changing World

Thesis statement: The discovery of the route to the West Indies had significant economic, political and social effects on Europeans and Americans both home and those working in the colonies.

I. Introduction

a. Highlights of the argument

b. Thesis statement

II. Major aspects that demonstrate Old and New World exchanges.

a. Expansion of trade between Europe and other parts of the world

1) Increased trade with the Far East.

b. Establishment of other European territories abroad

1) Establishment of African colonies

c. Increased inflow of raw materials into Britain and Europe.

III. Groups affected by the event

a. The traders

1) The merchants

b. Religious groups

1) The missionaries

c. Government and government officials

d. The explorers

e. The indigenous communities

IV. Effects of the new global trade routes on occupations and lifestyles of the average working American in the colonies.

a. Increased income income due to trade expansion.

1) Increased demand for slaves due to the need to produce and make more money.

b. Massive inflow of slaves therefore increasing production

1) Growth of farms in the Americas.

c. Rise of social classes.

1) Slaves

2) Factory workers

3) Middle class

4) The affluent class

d. Cosmopolitanism in the Americas.

e. Industrialization and therefore growth of distinction between occupations.

V. Conclusion

a. Summary of the arguments and individual point of view.

References

Burns, A. C. (1954). History of the British West Indies. George Allen & Unwin.

Cumming, W. P., Skelton, R. A., & Quinn, D. B. (1972). The Discovery of North America. American Heritage Press, 1972.

Morison, S. E. (1971). The European Discovery of America. Oxford University Press.

Williams, E. E. (1970). From Columbus to Castro: the history of the Caribbean, 1492-1969 (No. 04; F1621, W5.). London: Deutsch.

Assignment 3 HIS104

The discovery of America and that of the passage to the East Indies by the Cape of Good Hope, are the two (2) greatest events recorded in the history of [human] kind” – Adam Smith, in The Wealth of Nations,1776. Think about why he and many other notables supported this statement, especially concerning the discovery of America. What was so important about this New World across the Atlantic Ocean from Europe?  How did it change globalization in terms of trade, culture, societies, innovations, new and old world exchanges, and in other ways? You have already developed a thesis statement and developed an outline in which you identify three (3) main points relevant to your topic. Now you will develop the final paper in which you explore your main points in detail. Write a three to five (3-5) page paper in which you:

1. Introduce your paper with your previously crafted thesis statement.

2. Identify three (3) major aspects that demonstrate Old and New World exchanges. Explain your responses with specific examples and details.

3. Identify three (3) specific groups that were affected by this global event and provide two (2) examples for each group describing how the group was affected.

4. Summarize how this discovery affected the life of the average working American during the colonial period. Use specific examples and details.

5. Use at least three (3) academic references besides or in addition to the textbook. Note: Wikipedia and other similar websites do not qualify as academic resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

· This course requires use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The format is different than other Strayer University courses. Please take a moment to review the SWS documentation for details.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

· Recognize the main factors that led to America's early development.

· Use technology and information resources to research issues in American history to 1865.

· Write clearly and concisely about American history to 1865 using proper writing mechanics.

Click here to view the grading rubric.

SOC105 Assignment 1: Position Paper One – Media and Society This is the first of two (2) position papers based on the following scenario to be completed in this course. Imagine that you are running for a state office (e.g., governor, senator, or representative) and you have to prepare a position paper for a debate on controversial issues in the news. (Select one (1) of the topics addressed in the first four weeks of this class.) You will want your position paper to demonstrate critical thinking, sound logic, valid claims, personal passion, and credible support that is cited correctly because the paper will be provided to the news media before the debate and will be scrutinized by the media and reported on regarding these criteria. Your professor will serve as your close advisor whose job is to review the paper and provide feedback to you on the paper’s strengths and weaknesses. Note: If your score is below 90%, you will have the opportunity to revise the paper. This is an option and is not required. Your score could possibly be improved by up to 10%, not to exceed a final score of 90%; but, your score cannot be reduced. Revisions are due by Week 8. Write a two to three (2-3) page (700 to 1,200 words) paper in which you:

1. Introduce your position using a thesis statement in the first paragraph, including a quote, question, or statistic from your reliable sources and an overview of the main points you will cover. (It’s important to grab the audience’s interest and inform the audience of what the main and support points are.)

2. Provide two or three (2-3) major points to support your thesis statement. (Put each major point in a separate paragraph.)

3. Provide one (1) paragraph in which you identify and answer an expected argument against your view.

4. Organize arguments and support your claims effectively.

5. Demonstrate personal passion for your position and critical thinking with persuasive language, sound logic, valid claims, and credible support for the claims.

6. Provide two to three (2-3) credible and reliable references (in addition to the textbook) about current events, which have been published in the last five (5) years and are cited correctly in the position paper. (Wikipedia is not an acceptable source.)

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

· Apply critical thinking skills to the analysis of issues involving mass media and society.

· Use technology and information resources to research issues in media and society.

· Write clearly and concisely about media and society using proper writing mechanics.

· Note: Depending on the student’s topic selection, the outcome measured might include one of the following:

· Evaluate the appropriateness of various media forms for different audiences.

· Analyze diverse issues surrounding the politics of news investigation, content, and delivery.

· Evaluate the effects of political analysis by news media.

Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic / organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric. Click here to view the grading rubric.

 

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