Purpose The purpose of homework 2 is to synthesize evidence to formulate conclusions and analyze issues or problems surrounding a topic. In other words, you will conduct an investigation so you can write an informative work. You may use definitions, evaluations, and recommendations that are supported by reliable sources, thereby increasing your credibility with an audience who needs your information. Ultimately, your newfound authority should call readers to action and recommend improvements and/or identify benefits related to the topic. Requirements The work should include the following: • MLA Format • 2-3 pages (double spaced), not including the Works Cited page • In-text citations in the body of the work • Works Cited page with your credible sources • A minimum of three sources
• Utilize invention techniques: Before writing the work, begin identifying your issue through a series of invention techniques, including but not limited to the following: brainstorming, listing, clustering, questioning, and conducting preliminary research. • Plan and organize your work: After the invention process, it is important to begin planning the organizational pattern for the work. Planning includes gathering and evaluating sources, identifying your thesis, establishing main ideas (or topic sentences) for each paragraph, supporting each paragraph with appropriate evidence, and creating ideas for the introductory and concluding paragraphs. • Draft and revise your work. Once you have completed the planning process, write a rough draft of your work. Next, take the steps necessary to improve, polish, and revise your draft before turning it in for a final grade. The revision process includes developing ideas, ensuring the thesis statement connects to the main ideas of each paragraph, taking account of your evidence and supporting details, and checking for Grades for this work 22.5% Of the overall grade for the course Submit a polished, academic level wok using MLA citation and format Identify your issue using invention techniques Gather and evaluate sources Establish a thesis and academic level paragraphs Write a rough draft and complete revision exercise AEH Division 2 proper use of MLA citation style, reviewing source integration, avoiding plagiarism, and proofreading for formatting and grammatical errors. Suggested Writing Prompt & Rhetorical Situation Write an informative work informing an audience of how a particular belief has had a positive or negative global or societal impact. Your goal will be to inform readers about the history of the belief and its impact. Use pathos to connect the reader to the issue, logos to explain the scope of the belief, and ethos to build your credibility by citing trustworthy sources. Your work will end by drawing a conclusion about the positive or negative impact on the community. It will not be an argument. It simply draws a conclusion. This will give you the opportunity to review any biases you have about the belief. Skills This assignment helps you practice the following skills that are essential to your success in school and your professional life beyond school. In this assignment you will: • Access and collect needed information from appropriate primary and secondary sources • Synthesize information to develop informed views to inform an audience • Compose well-organized, informative writing to expand your knowledge of a topic Criteria for Success Category Description Points Mechanics Students will communicate using academic language and conventions of Standard American English. 30 Formatting Students will format a work utilizing MLA style formatting. 15 Works Cited Students will create a Works Cited page utilizing MLA style guidelines. 15 In-text Citations Students will utilize MLA-style citations and format. 15 Critical Thinking Students will demonstrate the ability to think critically to analyze, critique, and draw reasoned conclusions. 35 Integrate Evidence Students will gather and integrate credible evidence from a variety of sources. 30 Organization Students will present information in a unified and coherent manner. 45 Content Students will write work that responds to all parts of the prompt. 40 Total 225 pts
Using the above information I need you to write an informative work 3 pages excluding the work cited page, in MLA format with a minimum of 3 source
