You can find the topics in attached file term paper assingnment.

Assignment:

Step1. View the OWL Purdue Writing Lab website:

 

Developing Strong Thesis Statements (Links to an external site.)

https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/establishing_arguments/index.html

Step 2. Watch the video:How to Write a Thesis Statement (Links to an external site.)

Step 3. We are now begin building the framework for the Term paper due at the end of

the course. Review the  Term paper assignment: 

Term paper assignment x

Step 4. Based on the topic you have selected to write about for the Term paper assignment, complete the following outline (See two examples below).

     Topic: State the topic in one complete sentence.

     Thesis statement: State the purpose of the essay in one sentence. This sentence will be the same or very similar to the    Topic sentence.

     Main Point #1: In one sentence, state the 1st Main Point that supports your thesis statement. This usually answers the Why?

     Main Point #2: In one sentence, state the 2nd Main Point that supports your thesis statement.

     Main Point #3: In one sentence, state the 3rd Main Point that supports your thesis statement. 

     Main Point #4 (In one sentence, state the 4th Main Point that supports your thesis statement. 

     Main Point #5: (In one sentence, state the 5th Main Point that supports your thesis statement. 

**Please remember to use academic language: 

Informal vs Formal Writing-2

There are several different academic genres (types) of writing: The genre and the audience determine the formality of the text. For example, genres such as summarization, argumentative, analysis, informative, division/ classification, persuasive, and comparison/ contrast are formal whereas reflective, expository, expressive, opinion, descriptive, journaling, and narrative writing are informal.

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Unless you are writing an informal genre of essay, do not use I, me, my, you, your, we, our, us (see #1).

• Do not use abbreviations (see #2).

• Follow the rule when using acronyms (see #3).

• Do not write as you speak (see #4).

• Do not to use clichés and trite expressions (see #5).

• Do not use the numeric number (1, 2, 3, …) for numbers under 1 – 9 (see #6).

• Do not make an announcement (see #7).

• Do not ask questions (see #8).

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1st person – I, my, me (acceptable to use in writing reflective, expository, expressive,

opinion, descriptive, journaling, and narrative essays)

2nd person – you, your (not used in academic writing)

3rd person – we, our, us (used in journaling and narrative essays)

it, her, him, his, hers, them, they, their, the students, citizens, and other specific nouns (used in summarization, argumentative, analysis, informative, division/classification, persuasive, and comparison/contrast reflective, expository, expressive, opinion, and descriptive writing)

Example: Genre = Argumentative

Incorrect – The age to consume alcohol should be lowered to 18 years of age because, by law, we automatically enter adult status at 18 years of age. At age 18, we can be drafted by the military, marry without parental consent, be tried as an adult for a crime, and be held accountable for signing a legal document. Therefore, you should make the legal drinking age 18 years of age in order to be fair to us.

Correct – The age to consume alcohol should be lowered to 18 years of age because, by law, people who are 18 years old automatically enter adult status at 18 years of age. At age 18, people can be drafted by the military, marry without parental consent, be tried as an adult for a crime, and be held accountable for signing a legal document. Therefore, the Maryland legislature should make the legal drinking age 18 years of age in order to be fair to people under age 21.

2. Do not use most abbreviations in your writing.

• use television, not t.v.

• use abbreviation, not abbrev.

• Use Maryland, not MD

• Use versus, not vs.

• Use street, not st.

However, abbreviations such as Dr. for doctor, Mr. for mister, and etc. for etcetera are acceptable.

Sometimes the use of abbreviations is more of a style issue. For example, whether or not to use telephone or phone, or cellular phone, as opposed to cell phone.

3. Using acronyms in your writing – An acronym is the 1st letter of all/ most of the words in a title being put together to create a new shortened title.

For example, Stevenson University (SU)

University of Baltimore (UB)

Community College Baltimore County (CCBC)

New York Police Department (NYPD)

United States Department of Education (USDE)

World Wide Web (WWW)

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Turner Classic Movies (TCM)

BASIC RULE: Write the title out (long hand) the first time you write it, and then

write the acronym in parenthesis immediately following the title.

For example, “Carroll Community College (CCC) is located in Westminster,

Maryland. CCC services approximately 5,000 students from Carroll and

surrounding counties such as Frederick County, Maryland.”

4. When writing, do not necessarily write as you speak. This usually goes hand-in-hand with the use of slang, colloquialisms, regionalisms, and jargon, in your writing.

Slang – A type of language (an informal, non standard language) that consists of words, and phrases, that are regarded as very informal, are more common in speech than writing, and usually peculiar to a particular group.

Colloquialism – An informal expression that is more often used in casual conversation than in formal speech or writing.

Regionalism – A linguistic term for a word, expression, or pronunciation favored by speakers in a particular geographic area.

Jargon – The specialized language of a professional, occupational, or other group, often meaningless to outsiders.

Examples:

Spoken – Every chance I get, I go to the Y to shoot some hoop with my boys. (slang)

Written – I usually spend my free evenings playing basketball with my friends at the

YMCA .

Spoken – I have a lot to do at night before I put the kids down.

(colloquialism)

Written – I have many tasks to accomplish at night before I put the children to bed.

Spoken – Do you do the speed limit in residential areas? (colloquialism)

Written – Do you drive the speed limit in residential areas?

Spoken – For the most part, I do the speed limit in residential areas. (colloquialism)

Written – For the most part, I drive the speed limit in residential areas.

Spoken – Man, I paid $3.29 for gas in D.C. yesterday (regionalism)

Written – I paid $3.29 for regular unleaded gas in Washington, D.C. yesterday.

Spoken – The people in my family are just not built for doing a lot of heavy lifting

because they’re small-framed. (regionalism)

Written – Many of my family members do not have the physical make-up to endure

lifting heavy items because they have smaller frames.

Spoken – I do not plan to pull an all-nighter to get my homework done!

(colloquialism)

Written – I do not plan to stay up all night to complete my homework.

Spoken – My co-worker called in a 10-13, and all of the officers rushed out of the

building to help. (jargon)

Written – My co-worker, a fellow police officer, called the on her radio for help

because she need assistance with an arrest.

5. Try not to use clichés and trite expressions.

Trite expressions, sometimes called clichés, are expressions which have grown stale through too frequent use. Originally fresh and effective, they have been used so much that they have lost any freshness and originality they once had. Clichés suggest laziness and a lack of originality in the writer who uses them. They come to mind so easily when you are writing that unless you consciously guard against them, they will seriously weaken your style. The simple, straightforward statement of an idea is preferable to the use of a worn-out expression.

Examples:

Stay on the straight and narrow, and you won’t get into any trouble.

I don’t know which route is shorter; it’s pretty much six in one hand, half dozen in the other.

She’s not old, but she’s certainly not a Spring chicken.

Since he lost weight and continues to exercise, he’s fit as a fiddle.

More clichés:

bury the hatchet – stop fighting, make peace

at loose ends – disorganized

on speaking terms – friendly

fair and square – completely honest

at death’s door – near death

busy as a bee – very busy

fair and square – to be fair

6. Write out the number for nine and under i.e. one, two … five, six … eight, nine, 10, 11 … 15, 16, etc.

7. Do not make an announcement about what you are going to say, prove, discuss, etc. For example, it is not necessary to state, “I think”, “I believe,” “I am going to tell you,” “I disagree with Dr. Kenneth Cottrell’s statement because…”, “In my paper I will…”, etc.

INCORRECT: I believe the drinking age in Maryland should be lowered to 18 because a person is considered to be an adult at age 18.

CORRECT: The drinking age in Maryland should be lowered to 18 because a person is considered to be an adult at age 18.

8. Do not ask questions. Asking questions is much to informal.

EX: There are many different reasons people should travel, for traveling exposes a person to other cultures. This can indirectly provide a person with a better understanding of their own culture and existence. Is not traveling fun? Most people enjoy visiting other places.

9. Be mindful when using exclusive language. Use words such as all, everyone, always, never, etc. It is better to use language such as for the most part, most, mostly, some, etc.

INCORRECT: Everyone enjoys visiting the zoo.

CORRECT: Most people enjoy visiting the zoo.

INCORRECT: All babies cry when they are hungry.

CORRECT: For the most part, babies cry when they are hungry.

CORRECT: When purchasing a vehicle, one should always check Internet prices.

CORRECT: Everyone who is able should vote in the 2020 Presidential election.

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Outline Example:

Topic (one sentence): People should wear masks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thesis statement (one sentence): People living in the United States should responsively wear face masks to help decrease the spread of the  COVID-19 virus.

Main Point #1 (one sentence): Wearing a face mask has been proven to decrease the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Main Point #2: (one sentence): Wearing a face mask shows people are being accountable and responsible for protecting themselves and others from contracting the virus.

Main Point #3 (one sentence): Not wearing a face mask causes discord, mistrust, and hysteria throughout communities.

Main Point #4 (one sentence): People must unites and work together to effectively battle the pandemic.

Main Point #5: (one sentence): Wearing a face mask is not cost prohibitive or difficult to wear, and it can even be fashionable.

 

TermPaper Assignment

Genre: Persuasive (with sources)

Purpose: A persuasive essay is intended to persuade readers to do certain things, or not to do certain things. It is the sole aim of the writer to coax or tempt readers and convince them to do/ not do certain things or to take/ not take certain actions. Consequently, the persuasive essay presents a situation, and takes a stand, either in its favor, or against it in order to prove to readers that it is beneficial or harmful for them.

Audience: Your audience is comprised of members of the academia i.e. professors, scholars, researchers, and fellow classmates.

Assignment: Select a topic and write a 1200-1400 word persuasive, research essay. The Thesis statement must include the words “should” or “should not”. See a list of Topics on page 4-

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. You may select one of these topics or come up with one of your own.

Example:

Topic (one sentence): Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) should require students to take English 101.

Thesis Statement (one sentence): All students attending Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) should be required to take English 101.

You would then choose five reasons you believe “All students attending Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) should be required to take English 101”. Each reason will become the basis for one of your Support/ Body paragraphs.

Main point 1 (one sentence) – All students attending Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) should be required to take English 101 to develop critical thinking skills.

Main point 2 (one sentence) – All students attending Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) should be required to take English 101 to improve writing skills.

Main point 3 (one sentence) – All students attending Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) should be required to take English 101 to expand vocabulary.

Main point 4 (one sentence) – All students attending Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) should be required to take English 101 to expose students to the different genres of writing.

Main point 5 (one sentence) – All students attending Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) should be required to take English 101 to ensure they can transfer to any other accredited college/university

Sources:

Your essay should contain the following elements:

1. An Abstract (5-8 sentences) that summarizes your essay;

2. A clear thesis statement (one sentence) in the introduction (5-6 sentences);

3. Supporting paragraphs (7-8 sentences) that clearly state and discuss the main points;

4.

A conclusion (4-5 sentences) that brings your essay/ discussion that summarizes and closes your essay without adding any new information;

5. At least five sources (four sources must be from the BCCC database).

6. Each source must be used in the essay in the form of a paraphrase and a quote a minimum of two times. In the end, you should have a minimum of ten in-text citations in your paper;

7. and a separate Reference page that includes correct, full citations for your five, or more, sources.

1. You may not use encyclopedia articles, Wikipedia, or sources dated prior to 2010 (unless you have permission).

2. You may use one source from the Internet (Use caution when selecting material from the Internet. Remember what you read in the text regarding selecting reputable sources.) MOST – .org sites are reputable, and any – .gov, and .edu sites are reputable sources. Feel free to contact me to discuss any sources you are not sure about using.

Problems you want to avoid:

· Using another person’s work without giving them credit for it (plagiarism).

· Not making the purpose of your essay clear to your reader by including a clear and concise thesis statement.

· Not supporting your thesis statement with related main points that are well developed and add value to the reader’s understanding of your paper.

· Presenting a list of facts rather than organizing material into a coherent essay.

· Dealing with too many facts rather than limiting the scope of your paper.

Format:

· Length – 1200 – 1400 words (approximately 6 typed pages)

· Bold the Thesis statement, Topic sentences, and Concluding sentences.

· Use APA Style

· Include a separate Cover page (1st page)

· Include a separate Abstract page (2nd page)

· Include separate Reference page (last page)

· Indent all paragraphs

· Double space the entire document

· Include a Running Head and page number atop of each page.

Evaluation: You must have a clearly stated and identifiable thesis statement and supporting evidence/ examples in you supporting paragraphs. In addition, an introduction, body (supporting paragraphs), and a conclusion are mandatory. Keep in mind that evidence, facts, examples, observations, and details strengthen your essay.

A good response will demonstrate an ability to articulate a clear position on the assigned topic, organize information, sustain a discussion for several paragraphs, develop your premises, support claims with evidence, and express ideas clearly. In the end, having written at least two drafts, you should submit a well written and polished essay.

Rubric:

The student:

–(0-10 points) follows directions (Uses APA Style Formatting, meets word requirement, thesis statement, topic sentences, and concluding sentences are bold, etc.)

–(0-10 points) includes a correct Abstract (5-8) sentences, summarizes the essay

–(0-10 points) includes a correct Introduction paragraph (5-6 sentences, introduces the topic, includes a clear, correct, and easily identifiable thesis statement of one sentence)

–(0-10 points) correctness, content, and organization of the 5 Support paragraphs (7-8 sentences, supports the thesis statement, includes a Topic sentence and a Concluding sentence with the correct transition words, etc.)

–(0-10 points) the overall essay composition

–(0-10 points) Concluding paragraph (4-5 sentences, summarizes, does not introduce any new information, etc.

–(0-5 points) exhibits coherence and flow with the use of varied sentence structure and transitional words & phrases (such as however, for example, nevertheless, consequently, etc.)

–(0-10 points) uses correct writing conventions (Grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, etc.)

–(0-10 points) uses appropriate style and expression – does not use you, your, we, our, us, I, my, or me, contractions, use varying sentence structures (uses an academic language and tone)/

–(0-10 points) uses correct APA Style format (i.e. cover page, abstract, Running Head, citation format, double-space, indent paragraphs, etc.)

–(0-10 points) uses correct in-text citations

–(0-10 points) includes a separate reference page with correct citations (5 or more sources)

–(0-10 points) use of sources in the form of paraphrases, quotes, and summarization, are well integrated into the text

Topics:

1.) The Electoral College, the entity that actually decides who will be President of the United States, should/ should not be removed from the election process.

2.) Teachers should/ should not be paid salaries comparable to high paid white-collar jobs. Lawyers.

3.) Children under the age of 12 should/ should not have cell phones.

4.) People with felony convictions should/ should not have the right to vote reinstated once they are released from jail.

5.) Professional athletes and entertainers should/ should not be responsible for the image they portray to the public, especially children.

6.) The land of Israel should/ should not be returned to Palestine.

7.) Marijuana should/ should not be legalized in Maryland.

8.) The act of punishment by “spanking,” “hitting,” “beating,” and “whipping” (whatever you might call the act) one’s children should/ should not be illegal in Maryland.

9.) Condoms should/ should not be distributed in high schools along with education about sexual intercourse.

10. The drinking age for alcohol should/ should not be lowered to 18 years of age in Maryland.

11. The Internet should/ should not be monitored by an international agency versus national agencies as it is currently.

12.

Maryland public schools should/ should not reopen before the end of the 2020-2021 school year.

13. All students attending college should/ should not be required to take the COVID-19 virus vaccine to attend enroll.

14. All marriage licenses should/ should not have to be renewed after every seven years of marriage to decrease the number of divorces in the United States.

15. Parents should/ should not be held responsible for the illegal activities of their children under age 18.

16. College tuition should/ should not be free to all full-time Maryland college students.

17. The outsourcing of jobs to other countries should/ should not be encouraged/ supported by the United States government.

18. The same Child Labor Laws that apply in the United States should/ should not also apply to employees who work for American companies in foreign nations.

19. Every person should/ should not create a life-plan and follow it.

20. Capital punishment should/ should not be reinstated in Maryland.

21. Students should/ should not attend a community college before transferring to a

four-year institution.

22. People should/ should not be allowed to adopt babies who are not of the same race.

23. Parents should/ should not be required to vaccinate their children.

24. All students should/ should not have to stand during the Pledge of Allegiance.

25. Guns should/ should not be legal in Baltimore City.

26. Students should/ should not be required to wear uniforms in all public schools.

27. Public school administrators should/ should not be allowed to change students’ grades without the teacher’s consent.

28. A woman should/ should not become the first United States President in the next decade.

29. Social promotion should/ should not be used to move students to the next grade if the student has not earned a “D” or better in the course.

30. People should/ should not live together before they marry.

31. People should/ should not vote in local and national elections.

32. The penalties for hate crimes should/ should not be harsher than they are currently.

33. Immigration laws in the U.S. should/ should not be modified.

34. The next President of the United States should/ should not make denuclearization a priority in their administration.

35. People should/ should not take steps to decrease the effects of Climate Change.

36. People should/ should not travel outside of their state in 2021.

37. Annual driving tests should/ should not be mandatory for the first five years after a person gets a driver’s license.

38. The legal age to drive should/ should not be increased to 18 years of age.

39. High-speed internet access should/ should not be regulated like a public utility.

40. Recreational marijuana should/ should not be made legal nationwide.

41. Legal marijuana should/ should not be taxed and regulated like tobacco or alcohol.

42.

Parents who do not pay child support should/ should not go to jail.

43. Students should/ should not be allowed to pray in school.

44. All Americans should/ should not have a constitutional right to health care.

45. Internet access should/ should not be free for everyone.

46.

Social Security

should/ should not be privatized.

47. Celebrities should/ should not have more privacy rights.

48. The United States should/ should not build a border wall with Mexico and with Canada.

49. Medical testing on animals should/ should not be legal.

50. Paper books should/ should not be banned.

51. Violent video games should/ should not be banned for all age groups.

Sources:

Arizona State University Writing Center staff. “

Persuasive Essay Structure

.” ASU.edu, June 2012.

Collins, Jen, and Polak, Adam. “

Persuasive Essays

.” Hamilton.edu.

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