Essay

For both APA and MLA the formatting of an outline is very similar. Use the following format and write out a complete outline. Do not forget to include transitions and what specific supporting ideas you will be using. Points will be deducted for incomplete information. This outline should also include all of your sources correctly cited. Now is the time to try out your formatting so corrections can be made before the final draft. I am not asking for the title page or abstract until the rough draft.

I. Introduction

A. A hook to interest your reader

B. The background/history of your topic

C. Important Ideas-a brief overview (optional)

1. Main idea 1

2. Main idea 2

D. End with one clear sentence that states the topic, focus, viewpoint and, in the order that you are going to discuss them, your main ideas

II. Body of the paper- Outline the topic sentence and the supporting ideas for each main idea that you are using to support your thesis.

A. Point 1-Topic Sentence

1. Research concept

a) Supporting idea(s)

b) Link to next concept

2. Research concept

a) Supporting idea(s)

b) Link to next concept

3. Research concept

a) Supporting idea(s)

b) Link to next concept

B. Point 2-Topic Sentence

1. Research concept

a) Supporting idea(s)

b) Link to next concept

2. Research concept

a) Supporting idea(s)

b) Link to next concept and continue the formatting

C. Point 3-Topic Sentence and continue the formatting

1. After completing your points, transition to you summary paragraph conclusion

III. Summary Paragraph- Summarize each main point that you talked about in your paper.

A. Conclusion- Ensure that you link this paragraph to your previous work and end with a strong final thought.

IV. References-include all of your sources correctly formatted.