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ENG 112 Signature Assignment - Proposal (Problem/Solution) Paper Directions: TOPIC: CURE FOR CANCER IT SAYS USE SOURCES FROM THE LIBRARY FROM MY SCHOOL BUT DON’T WORRY ABOUT THOSE, JUST CHOSE THE SOURCES YOURSELF USE APA STYLE WRITING MUST BE 4 PAGES OF MATERIAL NOT INCLUINDING TITLE PAGE AND CITATION/SOURCES PAGE You are going to show the following in your paper: 1. A specific claim that promotes your position (side) on how your topic/issue is a problem locally, nationally, and/or globally: Remember, argument is based around the idea that people disagree and/or take various sides on an issue. You need to take a firm stand on how your topic is a problem in at least one of the three levels. Do not simply state a fact, like, "There are many homeless people in my town, North Carolina, and/or in the world." This is not an argument. It is a fact that has been proven with research. At the state level, you could argue, "The increasing homeless population in NC is largely due to mental health issues that are not properly addressed because of state laws." Since your research encompasses the issue on the local, national, and global levels, you may also reference one or all as necessary in your paper. 2. Logical reasoning and evidence that prove your claim: You need to craft an organized and logical argument that proves your claim. You must present sound reasoning that is supported with scholarly, relevant and recent evidence. It is also important how your present this information, meaning the research you use should not take the place of your own writing. Remember, research is there to support YOUR reasoning, not take the place of it. 3. You understand opposing claims/points of view and can refute them: You need to show that you understand the varying points of view on your topic, and that you can analyze, paraphrase or summarize them. Also, you are able to refute these opposing claims using logic, reasoning and evidence (not simply stating that others are "wrong" in their opinion). 4. The use of a table, graph or infographic that adds emphasis to your argument: Select a relevant and recent table, graph or infographic from a source to incorporate into your argument. It should be tied to your reasoning and used as evidence to support your claim. Properly cite it using MLA (or APA) citation. *Only use one and it cannot be larger than the size of a normal paragraph. Carefully consider the sequence, structure and design of your argument when placing the infographic into your essay. 5. You understand your college-level audience and write to them in an objective, high style using clear, concise language: Even though this argument is based off your own opinion, you still need to write in a formal manner. Don't use wording that "hedges" your argument, like, "I believe" and "I think." These type of statements do not meet the criteria for writing objectively in the third person or formal academic writing. It creates bias/opinion. Write in a confident tone. You are the authority of this argument. Do not rely on sources too much or have sources take over your essay. Your research should support your voice, not replace your voice as the authority in this argument. You want to continue to show that you have progressed in your writing through this semester. It should be clear, concise and virtually free of basic errors in grammar and mechanics. 6. You understand how to properly create a full citation and in-text citation using MLA (or APA) guidelines. To complete the assignment: · Write a four-page argument paper (not including your Works Cited/References page) that focuses on proving your topic is a problem locally, nationally, and/or globally. · Use MLA or APA citation · Incorporate and properly cite a minimum of 5 sources - 2 MUST be from the library databases · Incorporate one table, graph or infographic from a cited source that is relevant to your argument · Use third-person point of view only · No contractions or abbreviations (organization acronyms are acceptable) Important Writing Points to Remember Content Development: · Be connected to your problem. You have to really want to solve it for it to be convincing. · Describe the problem so that the reader will understand it. · Specifically state your solution and how it will work. · Convince yourself of your solution, and you will be able to convince the reader as well. · Do not propose a solution that just will not work or does not make sense. Writing Guidelines: · Use grammatically appropriate sentence structures. · Use appropriate paragraph breaks to control the flow of information. · Use appropriate transitions both within and between the paragraphs. · Develop and explain the content completely.