DISCUSSION 1:
English Composition II
This discussion begins your preparation for the researched argument paper (rough draft due W6 and final draft due W8) by focusing on selecting and narrowing a topic. A researched argument paper requires a topic that is controversial; this means that there is more than one viewpoint on the topic.
Your initial post should respond to the following discussion elements:
Step 1: Topics and Questions
Step 2: Answering your questions
The answers you provide to the questions help develop and focus a thesis for a researched argument
Step 3: Expand upon one topic.
DISUCSSION 2:
English Composition II
In this week’s discussion forum, we will be summarizing a published work, and examining different viewpoints regarding the controversial topic of stereotyping.
Find the following article:
Lun, J., Sinclair, S., & Cogburn, C. (2009). Cultural stereotypes and the self: A closer examination of implicit self-stereotyping. Basic & Applied Social Psychology, 31(2), 117-127. doi:10.1080/01973530902880340
Your initial post should respond to each of following discussion elements:
Step 1: Summarizing a source
Write a brief summary of the argument presented in the article above. Remember that summaries do not go into great detail. Your summary should have enough information for the reader to understand the focus (thesis) of the article and how the author supports the thesis. Your summary should contain all the following elements:
Step 2: Examining Different Viewpoints
One of the most interesting things about stereotypes is how they can affect the actions of those who have been stereotyped. Think of a stereotype you’re familiar with.
Step 3: Create a References Page
At the end of your discussion post, create a references page:
DISCUSSION 3:
English Composition II
This discussion forum explores a controversial topic: Civil Disobedience. Remember that any argument asks (or perhaps challenges) us to change something about our perspective on a topic or issue. If we are asking our readers to change their perspectives, we need to be persuasive and civil. Likewise, when we are challenged by others with a different opinion, we need to keep an open mind and keep our responses persuasive and civil.
Finding Sources
Select either Option A or Option B for a selection of articles to read for this discussion forum.
Option A: Civil Disobedience and Non-violence
Option B: Civil Disobedience in Cyberspace
Be sure to address all of the following elements in your initial post:
Step 1: Summarize.
Summarize the articles you picked. Write one paragraph. Identify the sources by title and author in your paragraph.
Step 2: Using sources to support your argument (point of view).
Now, discuss your perspective of the topic. Support your statements by citing supportive evidence from the articles you read. Remember to use appropriate citations when you quote, paraphrase or summarize. Write one paragraph. Here are some questions you can use as a starting point for your one-paragraph discussion.
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