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Course Outcomes
In this project, you will demonstrate your mastery of the following course outcomes:
Write informa�ve introduc�ons; coherent theses; well-developed, organized, and supported body paragraphs; and conclusions that are persuasive and supported by effec�ve
research
U�lize appropriate research for developing a well-informed posi�on through wri�en composi�on
Overview
Persuasion is a constant in each of our lives. No ma�er where we look, what we read, what we see, or whom we interact with, we inevitably encounter some form of persuasion.
Adver�sements want us to buy things. Media outlets some�mes want to convince us of how we should feel about events. We are put into posi�ons where we must defend our
thoughts and beliefs to others, and the process we apply is typically some form of persuasion.
Persuasive wri�ng is a powerful form of wri�ng—it can influence thoughts and has the ability to change minds about an issue. The persuasive essay is an ideal tool for suppor�ng an
opinion on an issue using researched facts and informa�on. It also gives you, as the writer, the chance to recognize an opposing viewpoint and refute it, no�ng that many of those
people who hold that opposing viewpoint are the intended audience of the piece.
Direc�ons
For this essay, you will iden�fy an issue in your area of study or the field you want to work in someday. You will then establish an argument and support that argument with research
and relevant evidence.
Specifically, you must address the following rubric criteria:
1. Introduc�on: The introduc�on is where readers will have a chance to get an idea of what your essay will be about and what you will prove throughout. Do not go into too much
detail here but give readers a preview of what is to come. Remember to review your wri�ng plan to ensure that you are briefly hi�ng the key points you planned to cover while
also sta�ng your claim.
A. Provide an overview of the issue you have selected by briefly describing the main points and your argument.
B. Compose a thesis that states the argument that you will a�empt to prove and support throughout your essay. This statement will give direc�on to your essay and
should be well thought out.
2. Body: The body is your opportunity to describe and support your argument in depth. Make certain your thoughts and evidence are clear and organized in a way that is easy for
readers to follow and understand.
A. Ensure that you write mul�ple focused paragraphs, clearly state their main idea, and move logically from one to the next, building the thesis argument as the essay
progresses.
B. Your body paragraphs should support your argument by purposefully combining ideas with evidence from sources. The key to a persuasive essay is how well it is
supported with quality evidence.
C. Address and refute at least one opposing viewpoint to your argument, which is your chance to discredit a significant opposing view and strengthen your argument in
the process.
3. Conclusion: Think of the conclusion as a review of your argument. Use this sec�on to restate your argument and remind readers of your suppor�ng evidence. This paragraph is
your last chance to persuade readers to agree with you.
A. Briefly summarize the main points of your essay. This sec�on should consist of a brief review of your main ideas.
B. Draw conclusions based on your evidence.
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i. Use evidence that you have found to wrap up the essay in a meaningful way that makes a connec�on to your audience.
What to Submit
Submit your project as a 5- to 7-page Microso� Word document (plus references) with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. Use at least three
sources. Follow APA or MLA cita�on guidelines when ci�ng sources both throughout and at the end of your paper.
Project Rubric
Criteria Exemplary Proficient Needs Improvement Not Evident Value
Introduc�on: Overview N/A Briefly provides an overviewof the issue being analyzedand briefly describes the mainpoints of the argument (100%)
Shows progress towardproficiency, but with errors oromissions; areas forimprovement may includebrief descrip�ons of eachpoint (75%)
Does not a�empt criterion(0%)
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Introduc�on: Thesis Exceeds proficiency in anexcep�onally clear, insigh�ul,sophis�cated, or crea�vemanner (100%)
Composes a thesis that statesthe argument that will besupported and proventhroughout the essay (85%)
Shows progress towardproficiency, but with errors oromissions; areas forimprovement may includemore clarity and relevancy(55%)
Does not a�empt criterion(0%)
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Body: Main Idea Exceeds proficiency in anexcep�onally clear, insigh�ul,sophis�cated, or crea�vemanner (100%)
Writes mul�ple focusedparagraphs, clearly states themain idea, builds the thesis,and moves logically from oneto the next (85%)
Shows progress towardproficiency, but with errors oromissions; areas forimprovement may includebuilding the thesis or theargument or moving logicallythrough each paragraph (55%)
Does not a�empt criterion(0%)
20
Body: Argument Support Exceeds proficiency in anexcep�onally clear, insigh�ul,sophis�cated, or crea�vemanner (100%)
Communicates argumentthrough the body paragraphsby purposefully combiningideas with quality evidencefrom the sources (85%)
Shows progress towardproficiency, but with errors oromissions; areas forimprovement may includeproviding stronger evidence inpurposeful combina�ons(55%)
Does not a�empt criterion(0%)
20
Body: Opposing Viewpoint Exceeds proficiency in anexcep�onally clear, insigh�ul,sophis�cated, or crea�vemanner (100%)
Addresses and refutes at leastone opposing viewpoint in away that strengthens theargument (85%)
Shows progress towardproficiency, but with errors oromissions; areas forimprovement may includerefu�ng in a way thatstrengthens the argument(55%)
Does not a�empt criterion(0%)
10
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Criteria Exemplary Proficient Needs Improvement Not Evident Value
Conclusion: Summarize Exceeds proficiency in anexcep�onally clear, insigh�ul,sophis�cated, or crea�vemanner (100%)
Briefly summarizes the mainpoints of the essay (85%)
Shows progress towardproficiency, but with errors oromissions; areas forimprovement may includestaying brief and relevant(55%)
Does not a�empt criterion(0%)
10
Conclusion: Evidence Exceeds proficiency in anexcep�onally clear, insigh�ul,sophis�cated, or crea�vemanner (100%)
Draws conclusions based onthe evidence to close theessay in a meaningful way thatrelates to the audience (85%)
Shows progress towardproficiency, but with errors oromissions; areas forimprovement may includebriefly closing the essay withevidence or by connec�ng tothe audience (55%)
Does not a�empt criterion(0%)
10
Ar�cula�on of Response Exceeds proficiency in anexcep�onally clear, insigh�ul,sophis�cated, or crea�vemanner (100%)
Clearly conveys meaning withgramma�cal choices, sentencestructure, and spelling,demonstra�ng anunderstanding of audienceand purpose (85%)
Shows progress towardproficiency, but withinconsistencies in gramma�calconven�ons, sentencestructure, and spelling,nega�vely impac�ngreadability (55%)
The submission has cri�calinconsistencies in gramma�calconven�ons, sentencestructure, and spelling,preven�ng understanding ofideas (0%)
5
Cita�ons and A�ribu�ons Uses cita�ons for ideasrequiring a�ribu�on with fewor no minor errors (100%)
Uses cita�ons for ideasrequiring a�ribu�on withconsistent minor errors (85%)
Uses cita�ons for ideasrequiring a�ribu�on withmajor errors (55%)
Does not use cita�ons forideas requiring a�ribu�on(0%)
5
Total: 100%
