Assignment:
WHAT IS A POINT PAPER?
A point paper is a method that allows you to in a VERY brief format, describe a topic, article, or subject and provide your opinion or a suggestion on that topic.
For this course we will use point papers to report on an article, group of articles, or a topic that has been assigned. The texted below explains how to write a point paper as well as a listing of the significant parts. The second item in this folder provides an example of the format and style you should use.
WRITING A POINT PAPER
Point Papers should not exceed two pages; something less depending on the nature of the topic is desirable. Clarity is the key providing the user with salient information and eliminating superfluous detail. Paragraphs are abbreviated to no more than 2-3 sentences written in the active voice.
Where detailed explanations or background information is necessary, some organizations will allow attachment of tabsor enclosures for amplification of particular points. Otherwise, the stand-alone PointPaper becomes an art in and of itself for analyzing an issue, synthesizing the issue, andtailoring the paper to the appropriate audience's needs.
Subject: Topic or Issue Identification
Problem: The issue under consideration or point of unresolved difference in concisespecific terms. The problem statement is usually phrased in terms of questionsconsiderably more focused than the subject of the paper and may call for providingrecommendations.
Background: Usually one or two brief paragraphs suffice to give the immediatebackground required to set the context for the discussion, conclusions or recommendationprovided. Remote historical data is unnecessary. Determine the essential issues, events,or actions to frame the problem and subsequent discussion points.
Discussion: This section is the essence of the Point Paper. Be brief, consider the reader's position, be specific, and focus on theimportant points. Points are generally presented in a sequence that logically flows fromone point to the next and lead the reader to accept the conclusions or recommendations inthe final section. Discussion points can be anywhere from one to three sentences; brevityand clarity are key to making your points.
Point #1 stated in 1-3 brief sentences.
Point #2 stated in 1-3 brief sentences.
Point #3 stated in 1-3 brief sentences.
Point #4 stated in 1-3 brief sentences.
Conclusion (or Recommendation): Theauthor should succinctly synthesize the discussion points in a major conclusion in as fewsentences as possible. Try to answer the question, "What should all this discussion meanto the reader in the forum for which the paper is being used?" If a specificrecommendation is called for, then the conclusion should lead to a statement of specificrecommendation.
Please follow the example in the link presented below to insure that you are using the proper format, making a good case for your research, and of course to receive maximum credit.
https://photographytraining.tpub.com/14129/css/Figure-1-13-Formal-Point-Paper-Format-51.htm