In this paper you will be required to write an argumentative paper on a topic covered in this course (paper topics can be chosen from the bold headings listed in the “schedule of readings.”). In 3-4 pages, 12 pt. font, heading, Times New Roman or Arial, no cover page (follow directions so you do not lose points) you will write a paper that presents an issue (just state what the issue is without giving an opinion) and gives at least two sides to an ethical issue (without stating an opinion). You must use at least one source from the course and 3 additional sources (no blogs, online newspaper articles, books, peer-reviewed articles, opinion pages from scientists, researchers, college professors are all acceptable). Be sure to cite the source for any information that you directly quote or summarize. If a source inspires an idea in your paper, that source needs to be cited. Be sure to put citations within your paper as well as in a separate works cited page. Follow MLA guidelines (be sure to include the link to any online source). I will post further instructions and a rubric on Eagle Online. 30 points
Introduction.
A clear one sentence thesis and a description of what your paper will be about?
This should be about 1 paragraph.
Describe the issue without giving an opinion or showing bias.
i.e. Why is this an ethical issue? Why is this controversial?
This should be no more than 1-2 paragraphs.
Describe the pro side.
Give at least 2 arguments that support the pro side.
Why would some people support this issue (i.e. why are they “for” it?)
This should be 3-4 paragraphs.
Describe the anti side.
Give at least 2 arguments that support the anti side.
Why would some people not support this issue (i.e. why are they “against” it?)
This should be 3-4 paragraphs.
Conclusion.
Summarize what you have written in your paper.
This should be about 1 paragraph.
Is there more information that we need for the two sides to come together?
Do we need to change the way we think about anything?
Do we need to wait until we have more information from researchers, scientists, doctors, philosophers, etc.?
Organization. Is there clear direction and focus in the paper? Is there an introduction (including clear thesis), description of the issue, pro and anti side, and conclusion?
Depth. Are the arguments fully explained and explored? Is there proper evidence for the arguments?
Grammar. Is there proper sentence structure, spelling, and paragraph transitions?
Instructions. Is the paper double spaced, 12 pt. font Times New Roman or Arial, 3-4 pages?
Citations. Are there citations within the paper and a works cited page in MLA format? Is there at least 1 source from class and 3 additional sources?
