This 5 page paper will explore a media-related issue.
My topic- subliminal advertising
You must cite at least 3 academic sources. There are journals, industry publications, industry websites to assist you in your research. Your library provides you with access to many relevant databases. You will not use Wikipedia, about.com, or any other information clearinghouse sites.
Spelling and grammar comprise part of the grade. Points will be deducted for misspellings, typographical errors, and grammatical errors. Outside research is required. Use at least three outside sources cited specifically in your paper using MLA. Add a Works Cited to the end of your paper. I suggest you begin thinking about this issue and gathering information in support of your arguments early in the term. This is a required assignment worth 75 points.
Rubric:
Your research paper will be graded using the following rubric:
Content (50): Original and compelling central idea; thorough explanation of topic; wide variety of supplemental sources; specific examples, details; abundant evidence that is specific, relevant, sufficient, and valid; specific course content used
Organization (5): sophisticated and creative ability to structure an essay; clear thesis; unified body paragraphs with clear focus relating to thesis; well developed, effective conclusion; appropriate paragraphing; logical order; variety of smooth transition devices
Sentence Structure (5): sophisticated variety in sentence length and pattern; no run-ons, modifier problems, fragments or comma splices
Style (5): specific audience; appropriate and consistent one for audience and subject; creativity; no inappropriate use of first or second person point of view; precise, varied, and sophisticated vocabulary; concise wording
Mechanics (5): no errors in any of the following: subject-verb and pronoun agreement, irregular verb forms, tense shifts, spelling, capitalization, punctuation; no obscure or inappropriate abbreviations, slang, or colloquialism, no typographical errors
MLA Documentation (5): creative and varied use of lead-ins and smooth integration of lead-ins and source material within text; balanced use of quotations, paraphrase, and summary; accurate bibliography format on Works Cited page; accuracy throughout major and minor points of documentation
