Criteria
600 – 800 words
Argumentative
5 paragraphs
IBC structure (introduction, body, conclusion)
6-8 sources
Introduction
Hook
Background information
Debatable thesis statement
Body
3 body paragraphs: the first two body paragraphs support the thesis statement and the third body paragraph provided counter argument(s) and refutation
Topic sentences
Explanations of statements, examples, elaborations
Evidence (with in-text APA references)
https://bibliotheek.nhlstenden.com/fileadmin/user_upload/Bibliotheek/Documenten/2021-11-22__APA_style_quick_guide_ENG_-_aanpassing_naar_APA7.pdf
Closing sentences
Conclusion
Link to thesis statement
Summary of main points
Final expectation / recommendation
Include:
Name, student number, learning community and cohort, indication of 1st or 2nd attempt with feedback
Key cards of 4-5 academic referenced sources
Reference list (including 6 to 8 sources)
Please only use academic sources written in English.
Authenticity
All writing products required as a mandatory datapoint must be written in your own words and all sources must be referenced.
Prerequisites
You must include the following elements before you hand in your essay: Name, student number, learning community and cohort, indication of 1st or 2nd attempt (with feedback), 5 paragraphs, debatable thesis statement, topic sentences, APA in-text references, 4-5 key cards, APA reference list (6-8 sources)
Research Key Card
Student Name: Teacher’s name:
Topic:
Type of source: (journal article/book/newspaper/etc.)
Page #:
APA Reference List Citation:
Original Text (2-3 sentences maximum):
Paraphrase & APA In-text Citation (1-2 sentences maximum):
