PSYC Human Sexuality Argumentative Paper HELP!!

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Argument Papers (5-7 pages in length excluding title and reference page) double spaced APA

You will chose the topic for both of your argument papers. You may chose different aspects of the same topic for each of the papers. The topic should be related to human sexuality. You may consult with the instructor if you would like to discuss your topic with the instructor.

The argument paper must begin with a one-to-three-sentence statement of the main thesis. A thesis is an argument concerning an issue. It clearly states your position. Your argument paper should primarily present your beliefs or conclusions related to the topic. It should include 5-7 recent (within the last 3-5 years) references from at least the text and additional sources. The paper may also include material from other sources.

A Crash Course on Argument Papers

· Select an issue or dilemma of interest.

· Review the pertinent literature.

· Decide on your perception; take a stance.

· Articulate your perception in a thesis statement.

· Summarize the issues; demonstrate an understanding of the controversy.

· Defend/argue in favor of your perception using all resources available.

· Finish with a strong summary statement that reinforces your thesis.

· Proofread your work; use grammar/spellcheck functions.

· Revise; submit final draft.

Argument Paper Rubric

Criteria	Superior 40-50 points	Above Average 30-40 points	Average 20-30 points	Poor 10-20 points
Thesis	The thesis is explicit, clearly, and succinctly stated. Thesis is supported by at least 3 key points.	The paper's thesis is explicit and somewhat clearly and succinctly stated and supported by a key point.	The paper's thesis is evident in the arguments provided.	The paper's thesis is unclear.
References	Paper contains more than 7 reference citations. Data is presented in appropriate tables, charts, and graphs.	Paper contains at least three reference citations.	Paper contains a reference citation.	Paper does not contain a reference citation.
Organization & Writing	The paper is well organized, easy to read, and free of grammatical and syntax errors.	The paper is organized, easy to read, and has minor grammatical and syntax errors and contains no more than a few typographical errors.	The paper is organized, somewhat easy to read, and contains no more than 1 or 2 grammatical and syntax errors.	The paper is somewhat unorganized and contains grammatical and syntax errors.
Content	Paper uses APA format including title page, page numbers, table of contents, and subheadings within text. Paper is related to human sexuality and worthy of publication.	Paper may lack one or two of the following: title page, page numbers, table of contents, and subheadings within text.	Paper lacks 2 or more of the following: title page, page numbers, table of contents, and subheadings within text. Paper may be only tangentially related to psychology	Paper lacks several of the following: title page, page numbers, table of contents, and subheadings within text. Paper is unrelated to psychology.
Overall Score	Superior 200	Excellent 160 or more	Average 120 or more	Poor 80 or more