Research+Paper

= The World Lit/Comp. Researched Essay: =

= = = Should the U. S. involve itself with assisting other countries, particularly countries in Africa? If so, how? And why? If not, why not? =



=MAIN ASSIGNMENT HANDOUT:=



=TIMELINE:=

__Annotated Bibliography__- Due 4/2 (12 points) Steps:
 * 1) Find 3 potential credible sources (must follow the requirements at the bottom of the first page of the research packet.
 * 2) You already have one source from the wiki site. You need to find two other sources.
 * 3) Try and find one source for the counterargument.
 * 4) As you research, take note of other sources that you may incorporate into your paper later.
 * 5) Reminder, you will also need to provide a brief history explaining your topic.
 * 6) You must cite each source in correct MLA format.
 * 7) You may reference the Purdue OWL Formatting Guide ([] ) or use EasyBib or Citation Machine.
 * 8) After each citation, provide a quick summary of each source and why or how the inclusion of this source would be beneficial to your argument.
 * 9) Minimum of 150 words.
 * 10) Note whether or not the source supports your current stance on your topic.

__Double Column Notes__- Due 4/7 (15 points)

__Introduction Paragraph__- Due 4/9 (10 points)



Criteria:  When writing a body paragraph of a research or argumentative paper, one must follow the Claim-Context-Evidence-Commentary structure. As you begin to write your body paragraphs, follow the outline below. Additionally, create a “Works Cited” page for this is where you will put the MLA citation for each piece of evidence you use so that your reader can verify where you found your evidence.
 * 1) Start with a GENERAL IDEA for the Attention Getter. Find some way to hook the reader so that they want to keep reading your paper.
 * 2) EXPLAIN your Attention Getter (answer the question, reword a definition, explain a quote, reveal the “moral” of the story, etc.)
 * 3) Connect/bridge the ideas of the Attention Getter to your thesis. This could be a rhetorical question that you want the reader to consider.
 * 4) Present your THESIS STATEMENT.
 * 5) Instead of stating your stance, turn it into a question. Ask if we should have that stance. Then your paper will proceed to figure out the best way to answer the question.
 * Three Body Paragraphs**


 * 1) Claim
 * 2) This is your topic sentence of your paragraph.
 * 3) Transition + Context # 1.
 * 4) This provides information needed in order to better understand your piece of evidence.
 * 5) Always begin with a transition word which will signify a shift in your paragraph before providing context
 * 6) Use "Green Sheet" from the Lit Lab for examples of good transitions.
 * 7) Evidence #1
 * 8) Comes from your research.
 * 9) Don’t forget to include an in-text citation!
 * 10) Commentary #1
 * 11) Needs to be 3-5 sentences in length.
 * 12) This is where you explain your piece of evidence to the reader.
 * 13) Transition + Context #2
 * 14) Evidence #2
 * 15) Commentary #2
 * 16) Conclusion Sentence
 * 17) How you plan to conclude your paragraph.

__Body Paragraph #1__- Due 4/17

Your topic should first explain exactly what and where the problem is, a brief history, and how many people are affected by it. –Include at least 2 pieces of evidence.

__Body Paragraph #2__- Due 4/21

Explain that there are two sides to the issue.- Pick a side (included at least 2 pieces of evidence).

__Body Paragraph #3__

Counterargument- Include at least 2 pieces of evidence.

__Conclusion__

__Works Cited Page__

**Tentative Due Date: May 1st**
=FIRST ARTICLES (You must cite one of these in your paper, then find 2-3 more!)=


 * AIDS**


 * BOKO HARAM - TERRORISM**


 * EBOLA**


 * FOOD SHORTAGES**


 * GIRLS' EDUCATION**


 * GMOs**


 * MALARIA**


 * OIL RIGHTS**


 * WATER SHORTAGE**

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