Project 3 -argument

First, a rough draft of the paper is required, and then the completed paper. draft-Write your draft of Writing Project 3, using the learning materials (textbook chapters, project instructions, supplemental learning materials, etc.) available in Module 7. Submit your draft of Writing Project 3 in this page for instructor grading. Submit your draft as a Word document. (If using Google Docs, do the following to convert your file: go to File / Download and select Microsoft Word (.docx); then name and save your file). You may also write a message to your instructor in the text box (optional). Assignment Summary Draft Clearly developed thesis statement that takes a position in response to the class’s closed research theme question An introductory paragraph that presents the thesis statement and frames the thesis within the context of a “conversation” related to the class’s closed research theme Arguments in support of the thesis that include evidence from closed research theme readings, background readings, and/or independent library research, and effective reasoning that explains how the evidence proves the argument, clarifies ideas and perspectives, and/or elaborates on what the writer means (For this draft, include as many of your arguments you can develop within the word count restrictions). Effective use of transitional words and phrases to show the relationships of ideas between and within paragraphs A full, well-developed conclusion that restates the thesis, summarizes your main points and other conclusion strategies In-text citations of They Say summaries and quotations of the closed research theme readings, background readings, and/or independent library research Use of at least 3 sources, at least 1 of which comes from the 4 approved databases (Opposing Viewpoints, Points of View Reference Center, Research Library ProQuest, and/or Academic Search Complete) found in the Ivy Tech Library databases. The other 2 should be closed research theme readings or background readings from our class. (For the final draft, you will need 4 sources: 1 from one of the 4 approved databases found in the Ivy Tech Library databases, 3 from our closed research theme readings and background readings). APA or MLA style formatting, as specified by your instructor, with a References (APA) or Works Cited (MLA) page Observation of the conventions of Standard Written English 1,250 words for the draft (Works Cited or References list does not count in the minimum word-count requirement) See the assessment rubric in the assignment page M07 Writing Project 3 Argument: Draft for an understanding of how the draft will be graded FINAL In this page, you will submit the final draft of Writing Project 3: Argument, which is also known as the Researched Argument essay. To prepare the final draft of Writing Project 3: Argument, do the following: Start with your draft. Continue to add and develop your arguments in support of your thesis. Also be sure you have a concluding paragraph. Review feedback from your instructor (in Grades) on on previous final drafts and/or the draft for this project as well as feedback from your peers (in M08 Peer Response–Writing Project 3: Argument Draft) and revise your draft based on this feedback. Review the instructions for Writing Project 3 (in Module 8). Compare your draft to the instructions, looking for areas requiring further development. Revise your draft to address any issues that you found. Finally, submit your final draft of Writing Project 3 here for instructor grading. Submit your draft as a Word document. (If using Google Docs, do the following to convert your file: go to File / Download and select Microsoft Word (.docx); then name and save your file.) You may also write a message to your instructor in the text box (optional). Assignment Summary Final Draft Clearly developed thesis statement that takes a position in response to the class’s closed research theme question An introductory paragraph that presents the thesis statement, frames the thesis within the context of a “conversation” related to the class’s closed research theme, and attempts to engage readers, making a case for the importance of the issue or problem being addressed Arguments in support of the thesis that include evidence from closed research theme readings, background readings, and/or independent library research, and effective reasoning that explains how the evidence proves the argument, clarifies ideas and perspectives, and/or elaborates on what the writer means A logical organizational structure and effective use of transitional words and phrases to show the relationships of ideas between and within paragraphs In-text citations of They Say summaries and quotations of the closed research theme readings, background readings, and/or independent library research Use of at least 4 sources, at least 1 of which comes from the 4 approved databases (Opposing Viewpoints, Points of View Reference Center, Research Library ProQuest, and/or Academic Search Complete) found in the Ivy Tech Library databases. The other 3 should be closed research theme readings and background readings from our class. Additional readings beyond these 4 may be from any source. APA or MLA style formatting, as specified by your instructor, with a References (APA) or Works Cited (MLA) page Observation of the conventions of Standard Written English Minimum 1250 words for the final draft (Works Cited or References list does not count in the minimum word-count requirement) See the assessment rubric in the assignment page M08 Writing Project 3 Argument: Final Draft for an understanding of how the final draft will be graded