5-8 page paper.
This paper is expected to demonstrate a level of writing appropriate to a university level course and make competent use of AT LEAST TWO SECONDARY SOURCES (a healthy library of which can be found in the “Modules” section on Canvas). They should be free from any noticeable spelling and grammar errors and gross misconceptions about course content. They should be organized and clear. Most importantly, they should demonstrate a level of thoughtful engagement with the course material that shows evidence of a semester-long inquiry.
If you haven’t already done so, now is a good time to look at the Writing Philosophy resource.
You may choose the topic for your paper from any of the assigned Reflection Draft prompts (though some prompts may need to be punched up a bit from their original versions to be suitable for this assignment).
Additionally, if you would like to use a different topic (including drawing from essay prompts in Exams 1 & 2), you may do so pending instructor approval. Email your proposed topic to the instructor no later than 11/26/19. Alternative topics sent after that date will not be approved.
It is strongly recommended that you start the writing process afresh, beginning with some sort of outline or pre-writing, rather than simply editing your first draft. Your goal should be to demonstrate to me that you have learned something from engaging with the substance of this course. Your initial “hot take” will not be sufficient.
