Discussion Question #4: APA Style
Discussion Question: What strategies can students employ to ensure their APA style paper meets the rigorous standards for citation and formatting? Discuss common pitfalls in
APA formatting, including in-text citations, abstract paragraphs, reference lists, and headings, and share effective techniques for mastering these elements to produce a polished, academically sound paper. Develop at least 400 words; submit as an attachment file.
Final Essay (No Extensions)
100 points possible
Controversial Research Topics
Select
one topic below to develop your Final Argumentative paper:
1. Gun violence. All people should or should not have the right to own guns.
2. Drug Crisis in the United States. All drugs should or should not be legalized.
3.
All juveniles should or should not be tried and treated as adults in Louisiana.
4. Immigration issues in the United States. Is immigration a pathway to freedom and prosperity in the United States? Should immigrants be allowed to come to the United States? why or why not
5. Should the government tell us what we should or should not do about women’s reproductive rights in the United States? Why or why not/
6. Climate change is or is not humanity’s greatest threat. Why or why not/
7. Banning Books in the K-12 educational system. How does banning books affect students’ education?
Type your paper using the guidelines for APA style.
You should have an introduction with background information, your thesis sentence, your position on the issue, body paragraphs, an opposition paragraph, and a conclusion. Once completed, include the title page, abstract page, and the reference page. At least
1200 words in length.
You cannot use 1st or 2nd person pronouns in this paper. You can only use 3rd person pronouns. Do not say, “I think, feel, believe.” Must have at least
three sources. Do not use Wikipedia as a source.
Type your assignment in a Word document. Indent each paragraph, double space, 12-inch font, Times New Roman style. Save your file and submit it as an attachment file.
Rubric
Persuasive Writing with APA style as per assignment
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Persuasive Writing with APA style as per assignment
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Criteria
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Ratings
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Pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent (thesis, support, & unity)
Title: The essay’s title suggests the subject and sparks interest.<br/>
Thesis Statement: <br/>
The persuasive essay’s thesis clearly states what the writer will argue for or against.<br/>
Support: The thesis statement is supported with solid reasons: facts, examples, cited authorities, consequences, answers to the opposition. The writer avoids invalid or emotional arguments.<br/>
Unity: All paragraphs relate to the thesis statement. The essay does not include irrelevant reasons or information.
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10 pts
Full Marks
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0 pts
No Marks
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10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeORGANIZATION
Introduction: The opening paragraph catches the reader’s interest, provides background, and states the thesis.<br/>
Order: <br/>
The reasons are logically arranged. <br/>
Coherence: Paragraphs are linked with repetition, references to preceding words or ideas, transitional expressions, and transitional sentences.<br/>
Conclusion: The final paragraph provides an interesting and satisfying ending.
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40 pts
Full Marks
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0 pts
No Marks
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40 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSTYLE
Language: <br/>
The wording is exact, concise, and fresh.<br/>
APA style is used correctly including evidence of intext citations and reference page<br/>
Sentences: <br/>
Sentences are varied in length and type.
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40 pts
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0 pts
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40 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMECHANICS
Grammar and Punctuation: Sentences are free of errors. (See error patterns marked below.)<br/>
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Spelling: Sentences are free of errors. (See error patterns marked below.)
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10 pts
Full Marks
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0 pts
No Marks
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10 pts
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Total Points: 100
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