Criteria
600 – 800 words
5 paragraphs
IBC structure (introduction, body, conclusion) based on Toulmin model of argumentative essay writing
Introduction
Hook
Background information
Debatable thesis statement
Body
3 body paragraphs, counter argument(s) and refutation in the third body paragraph
Topic sentences
Explanations of statements, examples, elaborations
Evidence (with in-text APA references)
Closing sentences
Conclusion
Link to thesis statement
Summary of main points
Final expectation / recommendation
Include:
Name, student number, learning community and cohort, indication of 1st or 2nd attempt with feedback
Key cards of 4-5 academic referenced sources
Reference list (including 6 to 8 sources)
Please only use academic sources written in English.
Authenticity
All writing products required as a mandatory datapoint must be written in your own words and all sources must be referenced.
Prerequisites
You must include the following elements before you hand in your essay: Name, student number, learning community and cohort, indication of 1st or 2nd attempt (with feedback), 5 paragraphs, debatable thesis statement, topic sentences, APA in-text references, 4-5 key cards, APA reference list (6-8 sources)

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