APA FORMAT PLEASE
An essay informing the audience about some aspect of an issue problem or controversy related to the CORE READINGS using and synthesizing ideas concepts information and viewpoints found in 5 or more sources to support the thesis
Clearly developed thesis statement focused on informing an audience about a significant aspect of the issue problem or controversy
Objective and accurate representation of the ideas and information examined
Accurate and well-reasoned interpretation and synthesis of the information and ideas discovered about the controversy or issue
Use of at least 5 relevant sources from the Annotated Bibliography
Use of evidence from sources (at least 10 quotations and/or paraphrases) clearly discernible from each other and from the writers voice and cited using correct in-text citations
APA manuscript style as specified by your instructor with in-text citations and a References or Works Cited list including ALL sources used. (References or Works Cited list does not count in the minimum word-count requirement)
Awareness of diverse audiences and use of respectful inclusive language
Observation of the conventions of Standard English
1000 words minimum for first draft