ENG 122 week 1Discussion 2

  

Ashford 2: - Week 1 - Discussion 2

 

Your initial discussion thread is due on Day 3 (Thursday) and you have until Day 7 (Monday) to respond to your classmates. Your grade will reflect both the quality of your initial post and the depth of your responses. Reference the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for guidance on how your discussion will be evaluated.
 

     

Argument,   Keyword, and Thesis Statement Workshop

Prepare

As you   prepare to write your second discussion for this week, be sure to complete   the following: 

• Read Chapters 1, 3, 4.2, and        Appendix A in the textbook.
• Read “Research Paper        Guidelines.”
• Read “An Introduction to        Argument.”
• Review the Ashford University        Library’s Nitty gritty:        Generating keywords tutorial.
• Review the Ashford University        Library’s Quick ‘n’ dirty tutorial.
• Review the grading rubric for this discussion.

Reflect

Before   drafting your initial post, take time to reflect on the approved research   topics for your final paper. Considering the information in this week’s   instructor guidance and readings, choose the research topic that suits you   best. Choose a topic that is interesting, has a clear argument, and allows   you to remain objective. We will be using research and logic to support our   arguments in this class. It may be difficult to remain objective if you feel   emotionally or spiritually connected to the subject.

Write (due Thursday, Day 3)

In 200 to   300 words, share your chosen research topic for this class and write a few   sentences on each of the following: 

• Share the kind of argument        you hope to make and why.
• Identify five to ten keywords        for your library research and explain your choices.
• Write a single-sentence        thesis statement for your research paper and compare it to the “Thesis Checklist.”
• Include any areas of        confusion or questions you have for the class and/or your instructor

Respond to   Peers (due Monday, Day 7)

In 125 to   200 words each, respond to at least two classmates. Provide feedback on any   area of confusion and answer any questions your classmate has posted. Support   your responses with information from the course materials (including the   textbook), instructor guidance, articles, Ashford University Library, and   Ashford Writing Center. Be sure to include 

• A detailed explanation of why        you agree (or disagree) with your classmate’s chosen style of argument        for the research paper topic chosen.
• Suggestions for additional        library search keywords for your classmate’s research paper topic.
• An analysis of your        classmate’s thesis statement according to the textbook, the Ashford        Writing Center, and other course materials.

Make every effort to read all   posts and responses in this discussion. You are strongly encouraged to follow   up with classmates who have responded to your post. As always, you may   respond to more than two classmates if you choose.