This research essay should put forth a point of view on the topic of your choice. The goal of this essay is to:
Summarize what people are currently saying about the topic
Add to that conversation by presenting your own point of view
Provide researched evidence that supports your perspective
This essay has a research component. You must include at least 5 sources of published research.
Requirements:
4-5 pages using 1-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pt. font
Has a clear intro, body, conclusion, and series of transitions
Has a clear, well-stated thesis statement
Includes at least 5 reputable sources
Follows the rules of grammar
Uses correct source citation – in-text and Works Cited page
Includes the following sections in this order
1. Introduction: should be interesting, include some sort of anecdote or creative take on the topic, and should make your audience want to continue reading.
2. Summary of what people are currently saying: use 1-5 of your sources
3. Thesis: should be an arguable statement that puts forward your own point of view; should add to the current conversation
4. Topic Sentences: body paragraphs should begin with a clear, arguable statement that presents the subject of that paragraph
5. Researched Evidence: should use researched evidence to support your point of view; should be clearly explained and contextualized, and should be cited correctly
Here are the parts of your essay you need to include:
Introduction
Summary of what people are currently saying using 1-2 sources
Thesis statement that responds to what people are saying
Topic sentences and full body paragraphs that connect to thesis
Researched evidence in EVERY body paragraph
Works Cited page
Your Topic is “Should colleges be allowed to do unnanounced dorm room checks?”
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