Definitional Argument Essay

Major Essay #2: 

Definitional Argument

Drawing on the chapters on Definitional Arguments and the content for the Social Media / Technology readings, write a definitional argument of the term “social media”or another term closely related to that subject. Make an original argument that defines “social media” or your term based on your understanding, analysis, and conception of the term. While you will draw from the readings, keep in mind that you are not limited to the readings in making 

your argument.

1000+ words, double spaced, 12 point standard font 

Final copy 

should adhere to MLA documentation style 

Citations

All sources used in your paper should be documented correctly 

according 

to your specific documentation style.  In text parenthetical citations for any material directly quoted, paraphrased, or summarized should 

correspond to citations on the Works Cited page.  

Illustrations:   

Feel free to include images, graphs, tables, or other visual elements in your essay if they seem appropriate.  You can experiment here with using 

visual as well as verbal rhetoric in the essay.  Note:  Visual elements 

should be cited on

the Works Cited page.