Category: English

After reviewing this week’s instructional material regarding the argument of definition, choose a controversial argument of definition and compose a 500-word (minimum) essay. The essay must include a minimum of five, well-developed paragraphs: an introductory paragraph that includes the thesis, three supporting paragraphs (minimum), and a concluding paragraph. Paragraph divisions provide transition, clarity, and organization to an essay. You must include at least one source. All sources must be online and no more than five years old. Ask the instructor about exceptions.
Your paper will be pointless if there is no controversy involved in your argument of definition—some readers should disagree with your point of view. You may choose a topic that relates to local (campus), state, or national issues, or be creative. There are several ideas throughout the assigned reading. Other ways you might approach this assignment are to challenge a definition, seek to broaden an existing definition, or create a new definition to accommodate wider or differing perspectives. You could also compare/contrast similar terms with slight, nuanced differences such as liberal/progressive, classy/cool, student-athlete/jock, highbrow/intellectual, manual laborer/blue-collar worker, or babysitter/nanny.
The following “formulas” might help you as you think about your argument of definition:
X is OR is not a Y because it possesses (or does not possess) features A, B, C.
Example: A nanny is not a babysitter because she works more hours, typically lives with the family, and is responsible for more duties.
Define a term or concept (the Y term) by establishing criteria and defending them.
Example: A serious crime (Y) involves an act contrary to law that is extremely damaging to the well-being of an individual or society.
Match the criteria you’ve established for the Y term against a controversial concept you are assessing (the X term).
Example: Cheating (X) on one’s income taxes is a serious crime (Y).
Pay close attention to the reasonableness of your criteria.
Resources:
Essay Example
Content & Formatting Requirements:
Your essay should conform to the format of the example above.
Include a thesis in the introductory paragraph of your essay and underline it.
Use and cite at least one short direct quotation (fewer than five lines of text) from a source of your choice.
Include an in-text citation for each quotation in MLA format.
Include a Works Cited section in MLA format. Begin the Works Cited section at the end of your essay and include “Works Cited” centered at the top of the page, followed by the citation. The Works Cited page must be numbered. For example, if the last page of the text of your essay is 2, then the Works Cited section will begin on Page 3. See the example below.

I must complete four annotated bibliographies with four different sources to help answer my research question.  My research question is, “Should artificial intelligence have legal rights and personhood status”? For Each annotated bibliography, answer these bullets below. There is no specific word count that you need to have.
Cite the source using APA format
Summarize the source:  What is the source’s main purpose? What are the author’s key points? What conclusions does the author make? This should be in your own words with no direct quotation. The more precise and thorough your summary, the more helpful it will be when you write your paper. Remember an article summary requires an in-text citation!
Evaluate the source. Does the source pass the CRAAP test and why? Are there any concerns or weaknesses in the article? How will this source be a benefit to you as you move into the drafting process?

The Role of Women in Victorian Literature: Portrayals,
Challenges, and Societal Impact**
**Abstract:**
In this research, I explore how Victorian literature depicts
women and their roles in society. By analyzing key works of fiction from the
Victorian era, I aim to uncover the diverse portrayals of women, the challenges
they faced, and the broader societal implications of these representations.
**Table of Contents:**
1. Introduction
– Background
– Statement of the
Problem
– Significance of
the Study
– Purpose of the
Study
– Research
Questions
– Definitions of
Terms
– Assumptions
– Limitations
– Delimitations
– Conclusion of the
Introduction
2. Literature Review
– Context of the
Study
– What’s Already
Known about the Problem (Relevant Studies)
– Hypothesis (if
applicable)
3. Research Methodology
– Identify Research
Strategy, Instruments, and Procedures
– Research Methods
(Types and Sources of Data)
– Research Design
(Methods of Collecting Data)
– Settings and
Participants
– Instruments
– Research
Procedures
– Plans for Data
Analysis
– Validity and
Reliability
4. Ethical Considerations
5. Plans for Presenting the Results
6. Conclusion
– Summary
– Implications for
Research and Practice
– Recommendations
for Future Research
7. References

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Using Research to Inquire Discussion Forum
For this assignment, you must develop a research question, find TWO credible articles on the subject, summarize what you have learned about the subject from these articles, and identify one question you now have about the subject.
You must use the topic and research question you plan on pursuing for the Annotated Bibliography assignment. 
Here is a video on how to research:
Here is the URL to the above video, in case it won’t play for you: https://use.vg/xrCof0Links to an external site. 
Here is an example post:
Topic: Academic Achievement of College Athletes 
Research Question: What challenges face college athletes in regards to academic achievement?
Knowledge Gained: Siduri Haslerig, in “Lessons From Graduate(d) Student Athletes: Supporting Academic Autonomy and Achievement” plainly states that “college athletes, particularly those in revenue-generating sports and/or competing at the highest levels, have duties above and beyond those of the average college student as a result of their athletic participation.” The college athletes’ competing roles – that of athlete and that of student – put them in a unique situation in which their time is not as unfettered as that of the typical student. Haselrig argues that college athletes’ responsibilities to their teams – “such as practice, weight-training, team meetings, meals, travel, and games” – are also complicated by the expectations of these students due to stereotyping. Fans and teachers alike may treat student athletes differently from students who are not on college sports teams. Whether the athlete is treated as a sports celebrity or a “dumb jock,” their academic achievements are not at the forefront of expectations.
Eddie Comeaux addresses this problematic relationship between faculty and the athletes they teach in “A Study of Attitudes toward College Student-Athletes: Implications for Faculty-Athletics Engagement.” Comeaux argues that “the relationship between faculty and student-athletes…has been quite complex and somewhat troubled over the years” with student-athletes feeling they were “being marginalized” and “not taken seriously” by their professors. The professors, simultaneously, believed the student-athletes in their classes to be “uninterested in academic achievement” and “unwilling to put forth the effort required to be successful” in their courses.
Question: How can colleges foster positive relationships between the faculty and student-athletes?

Gordon Parks was a self-taught filmmaker, writer, musician, activist, and one of the greatest American photographers.  He took many famous pictures of the Black American Muslim community led by Malcolm X, captured the contradictions and ugliness of racial segregation, the Black Panther Party, and many other famous subjects including his well known self portraits.  His most famous work is the following –
https://www.gordonparksfoundation.org/gordon-parks/photography-archive/washington-d-c-and-ella-watson-1942
He also was the photographer who captured the controversial doll test, read more about it here –
https://www.gordonparksfoundation.org/gordon-parks/photography-archive/doll-test-19472
What do you think of Park’s work?  How does he catch American life as well as Black American life?  How is Parks work considered art?  How does he capture the humanity of his subjects?  What do you think of the doll test?
You should one post between 300 and 600 words addressing the different questions above to help you get started.  No  less than 300 words 

The second major assignment for English 102, the Annotated Bibliography and Proposal, lays the groundwork for a research project you will be working on for the rest of the semester. You will research a current issue, create an annotated bibliography that explains your research, and compose a proposal for your research paper.
Due date for assignment: Sunday, June 30
Selecting a Topic
The first step of this assignment is selecting a topic for your research project. A strong research topic is timely (a topic writers and scholars are actively discussing), debatable (a topic that people have different perspectives on), and researchable (a topic that can be addressed through research). Since you will be working on this project for the rest of the semester, you should also choose a topic that you are interested in.
After you have selected a topic, develop a research question related to it. Strong research questions are open-ended and invite multiple perspectives. Here are some possible research questions you might adapt for your project:
What is the purpose of a college degree?
How should we fix the student debt crisis?
Is technology biased against women and/or people of color?
How should colleges respond to intolerant speech?
How involved should parents be in their children’s lives?
Is the genetic modification of human beings acceptable?
Is the criminal justice system broken?
How should we reform the police in the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement?
How has social media changed human relationships?
How should society change in response to the #metoo movement?
Talk to your instructor before developing a research question based on a different topic. Many topics may not be a good fit for this project. 
Annotated Bibliography
An annotated bibliography is a list of citations of articles, books, or other sources. Each citations is followed by a brief summary and evaluation of the source (these summaries are called an “annotations”). Researchers often create annotated bibliographies as a way of preparing for their own research paper.
You will need 5-7 credible sources for your Annotated Bibliography. Choose sources that will help you answer your research question and that present a variety of perspectives on your topic, not just sources by authors who agree with each other. You are welcome to use sources assigned for class and the article you analyzed for your Rhetorical Analysis essay, if they are relevant for the assignment and your topic. Reference works, such as dictionaries and encyclopedias, do not count towards the required number of sources.
After you have selected your sources, carefully read them. Pay particular attention to the author’s main point or conclusions as well as the arguments, evidence, and/or research they present in support of their main point or conclusions. The content of your annotation will depend on what type of source you are discussing. However, each annotation should include the following:
A summary of the author’s main point(s). For argumentative sources, this will be the author’s central claim (e.g. their thesis). For informational sources, this will be the conclusions the author drew from their research.
A summary of the author’s arguments and/or evidence. For argumentative sources, this includes examples and data the author presents as well as argumenta that support their thesis. For informational sources, this includes any research the author discusses, such as such interviews with experts, surveys, or research studies.
An assessment of the source’s credibility. Explain why you believe the source is credible. Or, if you don’t think the source is credible, explain why you are still including it in your annotated bibliography. Remember to draw on what you’ve learned about evaluating the credibility of sources in this class.
An explanation of how you will use the source. Explain how this source fits into the argument you are developing. Does it offer arguments or evidence that supports your thesis? Does it present a counterargument that you need to address?
The length of your annotations will vary depending on the length and complexity of the source. However, most annotations that accomplish these goals will be 150-250 words each.
Proposal
There are two parts to the proposal: an overview paragraph and a tentative outline of your research paper.
Your overview paragraph should achieve two things:
Synthesize your research for someone who has not read your Annotated Bibliography. What positions do your sources take on your topic? How have they answered your research question?
Present a tentative thesis for your research paper. Based on what you have learned, what is your position on your topic? What are your primary reasons for your position?
Your tentative outline should list the specific points and sub-points you want to discuss in your research paper in an organized fashion. Remember to show where you might provide background information and address counter-arguments in your essay in addition to showing how you plan to support your position.
Since your research paper will be 6-8 pages, most successful outlines will include a minimum of 8 points and sub-points.
Assignment Requirements
The overall format of the Annotated Bibliography and Proposal is similar to the format of the essay you have already submitted.
One-inch margins on top, bottom, and sides of each page
Double-spaced, 12 pt. Times New Roman or Garamond font
A heading in the upper left corner of the first page that includes
your name
your instructor’s name
the specific assignment (e.g. Proposal and Annotated Bibliography)
the date
MLA-style parenthetical citations for quotations or paraphrases
Saved as one Word document.
The Annotated Bibliography has additional formatting requirements:
Place the bibliographic information(the MLA-style citation for the source) at the top of each entry.
Place the annotation (the paragraph summarizing and evaluating the source) under the bibliographic information.
List the entries in alphabetical order, according to the authors’ last names.

Questions for Discussion
Do you think Jeremy Wang is making an argument? Say why or why not.
Find one rhetorical appeal that Jeremy Wang uses, then:
Identify the type of appeal it is (with its short definition).
Provide the quote that exemplifies this rhetorical appeal. Post a complete quote in quotation marks.
Explain why it is effective.
What was the most interesting part of this article for you?
Refer to the article to do the discussion post-writing. Also, please follow the question for the discussion post above exactly how it is. 

Write a four-paragraph comparative (only focusing on DIFFERENCES) analysis essay (no less than 500  words)on the topic listed below. You need an introduction, two body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Your essay needs to be typed in 12 point, Times New Roman font and double spaced. Look at the notes on subject-by-subject organization in the lecture notes to see how to set your essay up. 
The essay must be composed in MS Word and saved as a doc document or saved as a PDF. DO NOT CUT, COPY, AND PASTE YOUR ESSAY INTO THE MESSAGE BOX. IT WILL NOT BE GRADED.
The essay must be uploaded using the submit feature you access by clicking on the assignment in either the syllabus or grade book. Failure to include your name ON THE ESSAY will result in a zero.
Pick one of the following topics and write an essay that analyzes the relationship between subjects.
1) The expectation vs. reality of (pick only one of bulleted items)
college life
military service
dating
family dynamics
parenthood (if applicable)
2) Two family members
3) Two co-workers
4) Two neighborhoods
5) Two TV shows (titles of TV shows should be italicized)
6) Two teachers
Include the phrase “if forming a valid comparison” in your essay at least three times.

This is the intro  paragraph I have so far; feel free to tweek 
Over the
past few years, there has been a notable change in the way marijuana is viewed,
shifting from being seen as a threat to public health and a cause of criminal
activity to being recognized for its economic potential. This transformation is
supported by several studies that highlight its ability to make a positive
contribution to our economy. In the article ‘The Economic Benefits of
Legalizing Marijuana,’ Mrinalini Krishna promotes its legalization by
emphasizing its capacity to generate significant tax revenue, create job
opportunities, and stimulate overall economic growth.
You should write on one of the following essays from your Norton Field Guide: 
“The Economic Benefits of Legalizing Marijuana,” Mrinalini Krishna, Investopedia. https://www.investopedia.com/articles/insights/110916/economic-benefits-legalizing-weed.asp
First, you will summarize the article, identify the author’s point of view (argument/thesis), describe the author’s approach and writing strategies, assess whether the author’s strategy is effective or not, and provide evidence from the essay to support your point of view. For the evaluative section of the essay, it is recommended you write in 3rd person point of view.
In addition, you will compose a response to the essay, such as an Author’s Response (with you as the author). In your response, you will state your position on the topic and whether you agree with your selected essay’s argument or not. You will conduct research and include one source from the Keiser library that provides additional perspective and supports your position on the topic. You will also address a potential opposing view and respond to it.
A conclusion will review the author’s stance and the effectiveness of the essay. It will also restate your thesis and your position on the topic, adding perspective and a final thought for the audience to consider.
Your essay should include the following:
Third Person Point of View (Objective) – Paragraphs 1-4
1-An introduction to the topic and article. A thesis should end your introduction
2-A summary of your selected essay
3-A discussion of the author’s purpose or goal and evidence used
4-A discussion of the author’s writing strategy and why the author may have used this strategy
Note:  A minimum of one cited direct quote is required in first half of essay (additional paraphrasing and/or quotes may also be used).  Use your week 2 outline paragraphs as the base (including any necessary revision)
First Person Point of View (Subjective “I/me/my”) – Paragraphs 5-8
5-Your response to the essay and its topic
6-An introduction of a Keiser University Library source to support your view. 
Essays without a KU source will receive deductions in the first portion of the rubric
(Engagement and Understanding)
7-A discussion of the audience, a possible objection, and your counterargument 
8-A conclusion
Note:  A minimum of one cited direct quote is required in second half of essay (additional paraphrasing and/or quotes may be used).
Be sure to follow this format above in terms of order of paragraphs!  Paragraphs 1-4 (the summary/first half of the essay) should be objective, in formal third person, NO opinion.  Beginning in paragraph 5 (the response half of the essay) you insert your opinion and can use first person I/me/my.  Paragraph 7 may need to be expanded into more than one paragraph and you can certainly add more to any in the list, but the order should be followed carefully in terms of organization. Do NOT add extra paragraphs that DO NOT address the above prompts, in order. Avoid general or broad statements or claims.  While the paragraphs are connected, each has a distinct focus.
REQUIREMENTS
1000 words (minimum)
A Minimum of two sources with in-text citations (including your selected essay + a library source)
Attach a Microsoft Word document formatted to APA standards, including title page and a reference page.
Submission to OWL is recommended. Use of Tutor.com is recommended. 
Please note the following:
All papers must be Microsoft Word documents.
The paper is double-spaced in Times New Roman, size 12, and has no extra spaces between the paragraphs.
The paper uses one-inch margins and half-inch indentions for the beginning of paragraphs. You can set this up in Microsoft Word to automatically default to these settings for your paper.
Your paper should include title page, body text, and a reference page.