1. In order to begin forming your major argument, you will need to do a great deal of preliminary work. You first need to read the
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carefully.2. Then create a formal project proposal video in which you articulate the scope and goal for your final project. In your video, persuade your audience (me and your group members) that you have a viable and interesting topic that will work for an 8 to 12 page extended argument PA. per. In order to do this, you must give your audience an idea of what you want to talk about and how you want to talk about it.
Requirements: Post a 3-5 minute proposal video that introduces your classmates to your final PA.PER topic and address the three proposal criteria sections below:1. Think about what conversations interest you, to which text(s) you wish to respond, and what questions/claims you might form within those parameters. You will want to include the following kinds of information in your proposal (you do not have to address all of these):The proposal must address all of the following questions
- Provide some background information about the topic. Why write about this now? What is the ‘So What?” question? Who cared about this issue?
- What do you hope to accomplish with this pa. PER/topic? Establish your interest in this topic. Describe what you hope to accomplish with this PA. PER, that is, what you hope to prove or discover. This might take the form of a working the.sis. Why is this an important or relevant issue worthy of discussion? What made you interested in this topic?
- What is the kairotic moment or to what are you responding? Is this topic politically/socially/topically relevant to your life or the lives around you? Is this a timely topic of inquiry? How does this topic relate to local community issues faced in and around your home?
- Detail the key research question(s) you anticipate. What are the claims you are thinking of making (remember the claim types we’ve been talking about including proposal, definition, resemblance, ethical/evaluative, and causal). Describe the types of examples, reasons, support, and evidence you will use to make your case. You could potentially have more than one claim if you are still undecided.
- What opposition or limitations do you foresee? Challenges you might have finding sources and describe the availability of current research. What is your preliminary research plan? What kind of sources are necessary to make your argument?
- What are your interview materials/questions? (if you have them, this is only for students who will use primary sources) If you are planning on interviewing someone, provide information about who you might interview. Remember–if you collect information via interviews, you must keep all of the interview recordings and notes.
2. Who is your audience for this es. SAY? Specifically, what community or group would be interested in the argument you are putting forward? Who is the intended audience you anticipate (i.e. NOT the general public)3. You must begin thinking about what kinds of sources you will need in order to make this argument. I want you to demonstrate some preliminary research has been completed. In the body of your discussion post, you need to include a minimum of 3 sources you plan on using in this final project. Your do not need to provide formal citations for these sources but they should be accessible so myself and your group members (i.e. a title and link is appropriate). You need to talk about these (3) sources and why you chose them in the proposal video.
Week 4: Crafting Arguments Across Rhetorical Context
Final Hybrid Argument & Extended Research Paper
Assignment Sheet & Grading Rubric
We have learned about warrants and claims, about audience and tone and voice,
about logos, pathos, ethos and kairos, about evaluating sources. We’ve analyzed other people’s
written arguments in the form of published opinion pieces and editorials, and both read and
performed rhetorical analysis. We’ve conducted research, assessed that research, and cited that
research. Now it’s time for you to unleash this new skill set on perhaps the most significant task of the
semester: the final extended research and argument.
For this assignment, you will be writing a roughly 8-10 page proposal argument. This means that the
shortest paper that can earn a passing grade will be 2000 words, not counting the works
cited. Your argument needs to be accompanied by a works cited including an absolute minimum of
eight sources. You would be advised to include a variety of source styles to provide sufficient
grounds for your argument. MLA style must be followed through both the argument and the works
cited.
Choosing a Topic
1. Your thesis will argue a position, present a policy proposal, or explore an inquiry that connects to
your life personally or socially. This may be an issue we explored in class or a new issue you are
curious about.
2. Think about your interests, your major at UNO, and arguments that you have some vested interest
in. Read the newspaper; talk with people. Consider, for example, the broad categories of
education, environment, privacy vs. security, immigration law, or even proposed bills in the City
Council, Nebraska State Legislature, or U.S. Congress. This paper should deal with something
you care about and something on which reasonable people can disagree.
Technical Requirements
• Your paper must meet length requirements; 2000 words, not counting the works cited
• Your paper must include a separate Work Cited page, minimum of 8 sources but more is
encouraged (using a variety of sources, i.e. not just websites—look to peer reviewed journals and
even primary source information if applicable. Library research week will be useful). You are
required to use at least 2 journal or peer reviewed sources.
• You will use MLA formatting and citations throughout
• Your paper will include at least one (1) relevant, original visual, such as a chart or graph (of
course, properly cited). You cannot copy + paste the graphic from another source, you need to
make this graphic. The visual will help support your thesis by making or clarifying a point (not
merely clip-art)
Considerations for Organization and Structure
For general organization, follow the explanation of Classical Argument in Chapter 2 (pages 18-19),
using the guidelines for developing such an argument through Part Four of your textbook, Types of
Claims Chapters 11-15 (Definition, Resemblance, Causal, Evaluation/Ethical, Proposal). Classical
argument is particularly effective when you are addressing neutral or undecided audiences. It has a
closed-form structure in which you:
(1) state your proposal/thesis/main claim at the end of the introduction (Also remember that
the beginning of the introduction should be an attention-getter: vivid examples of the
issue are particularly effective, but you may get more ideas from the introductions and
conclusions resources on Canvas and via class discussions)
(2) begin body paragraphs with clearly stated reasons (they serve as the topic sentence for
the paragraph),
(3) develop the paragraphs with evidence presented in concrete language and specific
detail,
(4) use effective transitions throughout to keep your reader on track,
(5) consider the order in which you present your reasons and the impact that order will
have on the reader,
(6) summarize anticipated objections to the writer’s argument and respond to them.
(Chapter 6 gives a detailed explanation with examples of how to respond to objections
and alternative views.)
See page 18 for a diagram of a classical argument; review Chapter 2 for more details on a classical
structure argument.
Criteria Below Expectation (0-34)
Meeting Expectations
(35-44)
Outstanding
(45-50)
Total
Points
Claim
Demonstrate an understanding of claim types, argumentation, and writing for a
specified audience Utilize at least two claim types: Causal, Proposal, Evaluation,
Ethical, or Definition argument to form a Hybrid Argument. Claim is clear and
arguable, Argument matches the claim, and Claim is appropriate for intended
audience
__/ 10
Research
Quality
Demonstrate an understanding of library and database researching, information
literacy, and detecting bias. 8-10+ separate sources well integrated throughout the
paper, At minimum, 2 peer reviewed sources used, Original research prioritized over
commentary, Variety of source types
__/ 5
Development
Demonstrate the ability to flesh out ideas and support them with sources
Examples and sources support the claim, Balance of quotes and paraphrases, Strong
source integration, Strong introduction that familiarizes audience with topic, Strong
conclusion that goes beyond merely restating the introduction; rather leaving the
audience with a new perspective on the issue
__/ 10
Rhetorical
Appeals
Appropriate Tone is used throughout and Academic register is maintained
Academic Perspective is maintained no I, you, or we narrative portions or hooks and
Reasonable attempt is made to utilize at least 2 Rhetorical Appeals (Logos, Ethos,
Pathos, Kairos)
__/ 5
Organization
Demonstrate meaningful and logical organization, Clear supporting reasons for claim,
Clear connection between paragraphs, Clear organization within individual
paragraphs
__/ 10
Style
Demonstrate attention to editing and proofreading, Varied sentence constructions,
Attention to word choice, Avoidance of vague, tired, or overgeneralized phrasing,
Conventions and Grammar are consistent, Spelling errors and typos are minimal,
Correct Punctuation throughout
__/5
Formatting
and Citation
Demonstrate citation and attribution skills, In-text citations always provided, and every
source is attributed, Correct info included for citations, Varied citation style
throughout, Correct formatting for citations
Demonstrate knowledge of MLA style • Header (Last Name #), Heading Matter, Title
is centered and original, TNR or similar, 12pt Font, No extra or manipulated spacing,
Meets word count requirement 2000 words before works cited
Demonstrate the ability to produce a complete and correct works cited page, Correct
heading, Double Spacing Throughout, hanging indent, Alphabetical order, Correct info
included, Web URLs, permalinks, or DOIs included but not hyperlinked, Correct MLA
formatting (including capitalization and italics)
__/5
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