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Assignment 2

Choose one of the subject areas listed in the Assignments Overview and write a general introduction to that subject.

Objectives

· Assignment 2 will function as introductions to your subject. This is not argumentative or persuasive, only informative. The assignment will simply answer the question, "What is ____________?" for an audience that knows little or nothing about the subject.

· Effective summarizing and paraphrasing.

· Avoiding plagiarism.

· Effective proofreading and editing.

Recommendations

Consider the following questions in researching and compiling material for this assignment:

· What is the history of my subject?

· Who are some of the most important/prominent people involved?

· What claims do supporters make?

· What do skeptics say?

Guidelines

· Sources: Two online sources, one pro and one con.

· Length: 750 words.

· Keep quoted material to <15% of the word count.

· See Course Overview for proper format and file types.

· Name your file "assignment1.doc."

Due dates

· Complete, typed drafts: October 6.

· Final draft: October 10.