Synthesized Argument Research Paper

Remember a while ago you did a paper for me? This is a follow-up for that.

Title Page: Use the “Student Style”
• Title of paper
• Your Name
• University of Houston

Abstract
• Consisting of a RUNNING HEAD title and page number in header (and throughout the paper)
• Should be on a new page after Title Page
• Includes a purpose statement based on conclusions reached through the research
• Summary of main points of your paper
• State the methods of research
• Include types of data collected
• Conclusions made based on your research
• Make sure this section is written after the paper is completed
• Should be 150-250 words in length

Introduction
• The first paragraph should tell your reader the purpose of the report with regard to what you intend to do in this paper (this is where your thesis statement comes in)
• It should introduce your topic, along with some background information about the topic
• It should also tell your reader what your research questions are

Body of Paper
• This will encompass all the research you have conducted in answering your research questions
• This section should synthesize the research of your sources with your overall analysis/argument
• You should have section headings here that denote each of the questions being answered through your research
• Your graphics are in this section of your paper (tables, charts, illustrations, pictures, etc.); there should be at least one graphic in your paper (no more than two)
• All in-text citations are located in the body of the paper; all sources listed in the Reference page must be cited in the paper at least once
• Your argument should be prevalent throughout the paper, but especially in your answer to the Question of Policy

Conclusion
• Summarize paper and your opinion
• Emphasize key points and conclusions reached in the paper in support of your overall argument
• Talk about what the future holds for this topic

Reference page
• At least 8 credible sources
• Must be in APA style formatting (listed alphabetically, correct indents, correct punctuation, etc.)
• There should be NO Annotations included in this section

Writing Style

• Paper must be written in 3rd person voice, not first person voice (except for Conclusion section)
• Do not use contractions
• Use academic writing
• Use topic sentences and smooth transitions throughout
• Use proper guidelines for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure throughout the paper

Formatting Specifications, Due Date, and Grading:

• Final Draft is due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 27th on Turnitin
• APA formatting with 12 point font (preferably Times New Roman)
• Must be at least 8 pages in length (minimum of 2000 words); length of paper does not include title page, abstract, or reference pages
• The assignment is graded on 100 point scale and is worth 25% of your overall grade for the course.

1.Cover sheet
2.Abstract sheet
3.Body
I.Introduction
II.Reason 1a-one paragraph/one source
III.Reason 1b-one paragraph/one source
IV.Reason 2a- one paragraph/one source
V.Reason 2b- one paragraph/one source
VI.Reason 3a- one paragraph/one source
VII.Reason 3b- one paragraph/one source
VIII.Counter argument-one paragraph/one source
IX.Rebuttal-one paragraph/one source(can use one that you have already used)
4.Conclusion
5.References