Assignment:
The goal is to persuade a reader to adopt a certain point of view by using reliable sources, statistics and facts, logic, examples, and expert opinions.
The essay should address an opposing view, and respectfully state why your position is stronger.
The final essay should include a thesis statement, clear position on chosen topic, acknowledgement of the opposing view, clear purpose and direction, and effective conclusion.
Revised essay should be error free and consistent in tone, point of view and verb tense.
Three reliable sources are required to support your position.
Reliable sources include Keiser Library, Google scholar, and others approved by your instructor.
Choose one of the following Writing Suggestions or you may choose a topic relevant to your career or studies. The topic must be debatable (have two opposing sides), research based (use facts, not personal opinion) and relevant to your career. See page 171 for further guidance.
IMMIGRATION: Should the U.S. offer a path to citizenship/legal residency for illegal immigrants?
MINIMUM WAGE: Should the minimum wage be raised from its current $7.25 per hour?
ENVIRONMENT: Should the US support initiatives that restrict carbon emissions (or carbon pollution)?
REQUIREMENTS:
1000 words minimum
In order to complete this assignment, respond to each prompt alongside the symbol
The following questions will ask you to consider the following elements necessary to compose your essay.
• Thesis statement
• Supporting claims
• Sources
• Opposing view
• Audience
• Goal (conclusion)
To compose your thesis statement, follow this example
Topic____________________
Argument___________________
1 Reason that supports your argument _________
2 Reason that supports your argument _________
3 Reason that supports your argument _________
Example:
Social Media sites should require secure log in for users to guard against misuse, protect user privacy, and monitor criminal behavior such as cyberbullying and fraud.
Compose your thesis statement:
Write a complete sentence which includes reason
Example: Social media has become a playground for those with bad intentions, while secure logins cannot eliminate all hacking, they can limit the number of users who manipulate the system for misuse.