For this culminating assessment, you will compose a 2-page essay that captures your curiosity and passion about one universal question. You will make a connection to three self-selected credible sources to support your findings. In addition, you will engage in both a small group and full-class discussion in which you will share your research question and findings.
This project is the culminating measure of your ability to investigate sources, discover the significance of a universal question, and share your knowledge in a creative way. I. Written Component Specifications Your essay should include the following: a thesis statement that identifies your universal question, narrows your focus, and shapes the essay support for your findings from three self-selected credible sources your own thoughts about the significance of your universal question a clear organization/structure determined by the essay’s content, including an appropriate introduction and conclusion appropriate attention to language, diction, syntax, and conventions Annotated Bibliography:
You will include an annotated bibliography that includes all three of your credible sources. Step One: Brainstorm and Research You will select a universal question to explore, either one you generate yourself or one that you develop from a list of possible ideas. When you have your question, you will explore the significance of it by Developing a research proposal using three self-selected sources. We will use the PISD Library Databases of Digital Resources as a starting point for finding good sources. DO NOT use Wikipedia, Quora, Ask or other similar sites. They are NOT CREDIBLE. If you aren’t sure if the source you have found is credible, ask your teacher for approval. Supporting your findings with textual evidence from your sources
