Assignment 3: Persuasive Paper Part 1: A Problem Exists
Due Week 5 and worth 150 points
Using your thesis statement and research, present the problem that needs to
be addressed with your proposed solution. Note: Your solution, advantages, and
challenges, will be in Parts 2 and 3.
Write a three to four (3-4) page paper in which you:
1.
Provide an appropriate title and an interesting opening paragraph to appeal
to your stated audience (appeal with logic, ethics, or emotion).
2.
Include a defensible, relevant thesis statement in the first paragraph.
(Revised from Assignment 2)
3.
Describe the history and status of the issue and provide an overview of the
problem(s) that need to be addressed. This should be one or two (1-2)
paragraphs.
4.
Explain the first problem (economic, social, political, environmental,
complexity, inequity, ethical/moral, etc.) and provide support for your claims.
This should be one or two (1-2) paragraphs.
5.
Explain the second problem (economic, social, political, environmental,
complexity, inequity, ethical/moral, etc.). and provide support for your
claims. This should be one or two (1-2) paragraphs.
6.
Explain the third problem (economic, social, political, environmental,
complexity, inequity, ethical/moral, etc.) and provide support for your claims.
This should be one or two (1-2) paragraphs.
7.
Provide a concluding paragraph that summarizes the stated problems and
promises a solution.
8.
Develop a coherently structured paper with an introduction, body, and
conclusion.
9.
Use effective transitional words, phrases, and sentences throughout the
paper.
10. Support claims with at
least three (3) quality, relevant references. Use credible, academic sources
available through Strayer University’s Resource Center. Note: Wikipedia and
other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.
Your assignment must follow these formatting guidelines:
·
Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with
one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or
school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional
instructions.
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Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s
name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and
the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.
