Attached is the start of the essay. Try to include the provided references, but is ok to remove and use others.
Write a 150–250-word informative abstract that represents the spirit of your essay.
Be sure to include the following:
Key words and phrases
Part 2: The Essay
It should be 4–5 pages (1,000–1,200 words) in length (not including Title, Abstract, and References pages)/
Incorporate feedback from others with revised writing.
Assemble your essay in the following format:
Title page
Abstract page
The opening paragraph that includes your claim (thesis statement)
3 body paragraphs that include the following (with properly formatted APA in-text citations):
1 quote
1 summarization
1 paraphrase
Multimedia (cited as needed)
The counter-argument paragraph
The conclusion
Properly formatted APA References page
Make sure you incorporate credible information sources (a minimum of 3; 1 of them a multimedia piece), and that they are cited in APA format.
Be sure your paper is in APA format (i.e., double-spaced, in 12-point Times New Roman font, with a running head and page numbering). The Title page, Abstract, and References page as well as any in-text citations must follow APA formatting requirements. Be sure to check your writing for the following writing elements: Grammar, punctuation, spelling, and proofreading. Presents the final, complete version of the essay assembled in this format:
Title page
Abstract page
The opening paragraph that includes your claim (thesis statement)
3 body paragraphs that include the following (with in-text citations):
1 quote
1 summarization
1 paraphrase
Multimedia (cited as needed)
The counter-argument paragraph
The conclusion
References page
Incorporates feedback from others as observed in revisions and improvements to previously submitted essay components. /10 pts.
Abstract Presents a 150 to 250 word abstract.
Identifies key words and phrases that represent the essay’s purpose and topics.
Includes additional key words and phrases, as appropriate. These are terms that would catalog the essay for special interests such as demographic, regional, and industry-specific issues. /20 pts.
Introduction Introduces the essay with captivating examples and/or statements related to the intended audience’s interests and ideals. /15 pts.
Supporting evidence Establishes relevance of all sources to the essay claim.
Formulates body paragraphs to build a case in support of the essay claim as presented in the thesis statement.
Builds interest by including at least one multimedia source. /30 pts.
Well-situated argument Examines the claim’s issues from more than one perspective.
Anticipates objections to the claim in the counter-argument.
Utilizes language and examples that are accessible to the identified audience.
Demonstrates cultural competence by acknowledging cultural differences and avoiding bias. /30 pts.
Conclusion Summarizes evidence presented, leading to acceptance of the argument.
Utilizes a call to action or shows relationship to a larger issue.
Concludes that the claim, made in the opening of the essay, is viable and should be favored. /15 pts.
Format Provides a 4-5 page (1,000 to 1,200) word essay that is double-spaced, and includes a title page, References page, running head, and page numbers. /10 pts.
Credibility Credible information sources (a minimum of three) utilized are clearly identified, properly cited, and referenced using APA Style.
