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ENG 111: College Composition I (Mohiuddin-Loudoun)

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Argumentative Research Paper

Prompts:

The researched argument assignment asks you to pick a topic about which you feel passionate – a problem you see in the area of higher education. Emphasis will be placed on the fact that this problem must be specific and narrow. You will write a thesis statement explaining why your problem is serious and/or what approach must be taken to solve it.

Required Research:

Find at least 7 reliable sources related to this topic, including at least one source that focuses on alternatives or arguments different from the one you plan to make, and at least one scholarly, peer-reviewed journal article, to complete your annotated bibliography. You will integrate references to at least 4 of those sources into your final essay. Your outside research should help you understand why change hasn't happened yet and help you persuade your audience to move with you toward change.

For more information, please review the ENG 111 Argumentative Research Paper document.