use at least two secondary sources use transitions to move smoothly from one reason to the next (see sample essay) Side B (paragraph 3): Side B transition nicely from Side A to Side B (see sample essay) develop main reasons and support (examples, explanations, evidence) use at least two secondary sources use transitions to move smoothly from one reason to the next Compromise Answer to question from intro (paragraph 4) answer the question from Introduction should be a compromise that gives equal weight to both sides could lean toward one side but without disparaging the other side Works Cited: list the required secondary sources (four minimum) in alphabetical order according to MLA citation rules. Possible Topics for Rogerian Argument (Essay #1) You should pick a topic that interests you, preferably one that matters to you directly. Think about arguments you have had recently. If not arguments with others, maybe you had to reach a decision between two possible options. Examples: Should students take a year off after high school before enrolling into college? Should the US introduce a military draft or require equivalent social service for all males? Does Twitter have important social/political functions or is it another factor in the "dumbification" of society? If you cannot think of an issue, pick one from the discussions or from library databases such as Opposing Viewpoints or CQ Researcher (see Library Research Guides button in your Canvas shell). The following topics are excluded, here and always: death penalty, abortion, legalization of pot, payment for college athletes. These topics are very broad and cannot be covered in 1000 words. Make sure you follow the criteria in the rubric that is integrated into the Canvas page with this assignment. Outline A detailed outline could look as follows (each of the four parts should be around 250 words; the Intro could be a bit shorter and the Compromise a bit longer): Intro: (first paragraph) overview of issue: give brief background information or explain relevance of topic present Side A's claim and main reasons present Side B's claim and main reasons state the question you will explore; it needs to set up two sides Side A: (paragraph 2): Side A develop main reasons and support (examples, explanations, evidence) use at least two secondary sources use transitions to move smoothly from one reason to the next (see sample essay) Side B (paragraph 3): Side B transition nicely from Side A to Side B (see sample essay) develop main reasons and support (examples, explanations, evidence) use at least two secondary sources use transitions to move smoothly from one reason to the next Compromise Answer to question from intro (paragraph 4) answer the question from Introduction should be a compromise that gives equal weight to both sides could lean toward one side but without disparaging the other side Works Cited: list the required secondary sources (four minimum) in alphabetical order according to MLA citation rules. Possible Topics for Rogerian Argument (Essay #1) You should pick a topic that interests you, preferably one that matters to you directly. Think about arguments you have had recently. If not arguments with others, maybe you had to reach a decision between two possible options. Examples: Should students take a year off after high school before enrolling into college? Should the US introduce a military draft or require equivalent social service for all males? Does Twitter have important social/political functions or is it another factor in the "dumbification" of society? If you cannot think of an issue, pick one from the discussions or from library Rogerian Argument.) The Introduction of your essay should provide a brief overview of the two sides of the issue and then lead toward your exploratory question. The Intro must end in a question that sets up the two sides. In the Body of your essay, you will first discuss in detail the main reasons and examples of one side. Be fair and open-minded. Then discuss the other side in about equal length to the first side. Your Conclusion should acknowledge the complexity of the issue and reflect the validity of both sides. Aim for a compromise solution. Include an MLA-formatted Works Cited. Outline: Intro (1st par.) Side A (2nd par.) Side B (3rd par.) Compromise (4th par.) Works Cited (separate page) Format: You are expected to follow the MLA format that was discussed in ENC 1101. There are also sample essays available in the Library and Learning Commons. Essays that are single- spaced and that do not have a minimum font size of 12 will not be accepted. Font size 13 is preferred. Length: Recommended length to fulfill all criteria is 1000 words (not counting the Works Cited). Point of view: Third. Avoid first or second person point-of-view at any time. Outline A detailed outline could look as follows (each of the four parts should be around 250 words; the Intro could be a bit shorter and the Compromise a bit longer): Intro: (first paragraph) overview of issue: give brief background information or explain relevance of topic present Side A's claim and main reasons present Side B's claim and main reasons state the question you will explore; it needs to set up two sides Side A: (paragraph 2): Side A develop main reasons and support (examples, explanations, evidence)
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