Argumentative Research Essay (20%)
Due: December 7
Your research essay must include the following:
- A cover page with required information for APA/MLA format
- An essay abstract
- A properly structured essay following the Toulmin model of argumentation with all required components of 6-8 pages in length
- Clear and relevant section headings
- A minimum of 10 in-text citations in APA or MLA format
- A References or Works Cited page with a minimum of 5 entries (at least 3 of which must be peer-reviewed/scholarly sources)
- A glossary of key terms with a minimum of 5 entries
- An appendix that provides relevant information for readers to reflect your research
Essay Evaluation:
Content /12
Introduction contains the following:
- Purpose of the essay
- Scope and parameters of essay and research
- Clear and concise thesis (claim) /2
- Outline of main sections of the essay
Analytical body paragraphs with the following:
- Data/grounds to support claim (including different types of evidence from research)
- Warrant(s) and backing for the data
- Qualifiers that explain the limitations of the argument and any conditions for the warrant (rebuttal)
Conclusion
- Recaps the claim and relevance of the issue
- Suggests recommendations for further research or steps to further address the issue
Organization and Style /3
Grammar and mechanics
Paragraph structure
Style and tone
Formatting /5
Title page and abstract
10 in-text citations (APA or MLA format)
References/ Works Cited (APA or MLA format)
Appendix
Glossary