Research question: Over the decades, how has global climate change and how is it impacting the future?
III. Introduction:
The introduction should begin with a statement on the topic to be discussed. Give current events that are linked or explain the significance of the problem at hand. The introduction should have some of the following elements, depending on the type of paper:
• Start with an attention grabber: a short story, example, statistic, or historical context that introduces the paper topic
• Give an overview of any issues involved with the subject
• Define any key terminology need to understand the topic
• Quote or paraphrase sources revealing the controversial nature of the subject
• Highlight background information on the topic needed to understand the direction of the paper
The introduction must end with a statement
• Tell what the overall paper will focus on
• Briefly outline the main points in the paper
IV. Body:
• Clearly present the main points of the paper as listed in the thesis
• Give strong examples, details, and explanations to support each main point.
• If an argumentative paper, address any counterarguments and refute those arguments
• If a research paper, use strong evidence from sources paraphrases, summaries, and quotations that support the main points
V. Discussion/Conclusion
• Restate your thesis from the introduction in different words
• Briefly summarize each main point found in the body of the paper (avoid going over 2 sentences)
• Give a statement of the consequences of not embracing the position (argumentative paper only)
• End with a strong statement: an appropriate, meaningful final sentence that ties the whole point of the paper together
VI. Reference
You need at least 5 major references (e.g. science journal articles, books, and internet sites.) for your term paper. The references are to be alphabetized by the first author’s last name, or (if no author is listed) the organization or title.
