usine the annotated bibliography attached complete an essay and outline
topic: Should we be concerned about the role of Automation and AI in our workplace?
Outline instructions
I. Introduction
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 of any key terminology need to understand the topic
Quote or paraphrase sources revealing the controversial nature of the subject
(argumentative papers only)
Highlight background information on the topic needed to understand the direction
of the paper
Write an antithesis paragraph, presenting the primary opposing views
(argumentative paper only)
The introduction must end with a THESIS statement (a 1 to 2 sentences in length):
Tell what the overall paper will focus on
Briefly outline the main points in the paper
II. Body
Clearly present the main points of the paper as listed in the thesis
Give strong examples, details, and explanations to support each main points
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
III. 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 for each point)
Give a statement of the consequences of not embracing the position (argumentative paper only)
End with a strong clincher statement: an appropriate, meaningful final sentence that ties the
whole point of the paper together (may refer to the attention grabber)
Additional Tips
Decide on the thesis and main points first
You do not need to start writing your paper with the introduction
Try writing the thesis and body first; then go back and figure out how to best introduce the body and conclude the paper
Use transitions between main points and between examples within the main points
Always keep your thesis in the forefront of your mind while writing; everything in your paper must point back to the thesis
Use the back of this handout to make an outline of your paper
Outline template
Paper Topic:
Audience:
I. Introduction
Possible ideas for the introduction (see front side of handout for suggestions):
Thesis Statement (Usually the last sentence(s) in the introduction):
II. Body (A paper may have a few or many main points; decide how many your paper will need) Main Point:
Examples/Details/Explanations:
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Examples/Details/Explanations:
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Examples/Details/Explanations:
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III. Conclusion
Reworded Thesis (Usually found near the beginning of the conclusion):
Other Ideas to Conclude:
Clincher Ideas:
Formatting (MLA Requirements):
· Times New Roman Size 12 Font
· 1” Margins all around
· Double-spaced
· Left justification and appropriate indentations
· Appropriately formatted Title
· Page numbering with last name and page number in top right-hand corner
· First page heading (left corner to include)
o First Name Last Name
o Instructor’s Name
o Course Number and Section
o Due Date
Structure (7-10 pages):
· Introductory Paragraphs (1-2 pages)
o Implication of stance on the topic
o Main Claim
o Rhetoric Opening – Narrative, Description, Definition, Classification/Division, Causal Analysis
o MLA in-text citations (review notes for examples)
· Evidence and Support (3-5 pages)
o Supporting claims
o Evidence (minimum of four (4) types)
o Rhetoric Suggestions – Causal Analysis, Illustration, Classification/Division, Process Analysis, Definition
o MLA in-text citations (review notes for examples)
· Opposition and Rebuttal (1-2 pages)
o Counterargument and/or concession
o Evidence (minimum of two (2) types)
o Rebuttal (despite the opposition, why should your argument hold?)
· Conclusion (1 page)
o Reminder of main claim
o Brief Summary
o Final selling point
· Works Cited Page (1 page)
o Minimum of seven (7) sources
o MLA formatted (review notes for example)
· Appendix(ces) (Optional)
o Only include questions of survey or interview if conducted
o Not included in the page limit
NOTE: The page limits per section are a guide to how much content is necessary. Students should NOT start each section on a new page.
Formatting (MLA Requirements):
· Times New Roman Size 12 Font
· 1” Margins all around
· Double-spaced
· Left justification and appropriate indentations
· Appropriately formatted Title
· Page numbering with last name and page number in top right-hand corner
· First page heading (left corner to include)
o First Name Last Name
o Instructor’s Name
o Course Number and Section
o Due Date
Structure (7-10 pages):
· Introductory Paragraphs (1-2 pages)
o Implication of stance on the topic
o Main Claim
o Rhetoric Opening – Narrative, Description, Definition, Classification/Division, Causal Analysis
o MLA in-text citations (review notes for examples)
· Evidence and Support (3-5 pages)
o Supporting claims
o Evidence (minimum of four (4) types)
o Rhetoric Suggestions – Causal Analysis, Illustration, Classification/Division, Process Analysis, Definition
o MLA in-text citations (review notes for examples)
· Opposition and Rebuttal (1-2 pages)
o Counterargument and/or concession
o Evidence (minimum of two (2) types)
o Rebuttal (despite the opposition, why should your argument hold?)
· Conclusion (1 page)
o Reminder of main claim
o Brief Summary
o Final selling point
· Works Cited Page (1 page)
o Minimum of seven (7) sources
o MLA formatted (review notes for example)
· Appendix(ces) (Optional)
o Only include questions of survey or interview if conducted
o Not included in the page limit
NOTE: The page limits per section are a guide to how much content is necessary. Students should NOT start each section on a new page.
