Argument/Commentary Paper
Due Tuesday by 11:59pm Points 200
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Assignment Overview
According to dictionary.com, an editorial is:
Editorial: NOUN: an article in a newspaper or other periodical or on a
website presenting the opinion of the publisher, writer, or editor
Several other sources refer to it as an “opinionated news story”.
Your assignment it to pick a relevant, timely, controversial issue and really craft an
editorial to get people to hear your perspective and (hopefully) side with you. This
is NOT a research essay although you need at least 3 source of support.
Remember, the key is how you craft and back up your argument.
Grading & Submission
A rubric is available on Canvas. The key categories for grading are:
A clear thesis supported by logical and convincing evidence
Strong organization
Proper MLA formatting (including intext citations and at least 3 “Works
Cited”)
Excellent grammar and language mechanics
Length: 400+ words
The Submission: Submit an electronic copy done in Word via Canvas. If for any
reason Canvas doesn’t work, email the document as an attachment (not as a One
Drive document) to Dr. E. Late assignments will have an automatic point
deduction.
Plagiarism:Papers plagiarized either in whole or in part will receive a “0” and
failure of the course.
Total Points: 200
Research Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
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80 pts
Please feel free to contact Dr. E if you have any questions along the way!
Thesis/Evidence
Clear thesis carried throughout and supported by appropriate data; enough
evidence to be informative and convincing
Organization
Ideas are presented in a logical and organized manner with solid, separate
paragraphs; good use of transitions; solid introduction and conclusion
MLA
Follows proper MLA guidelines; proper Works Cited; proper in-text citations
Grammar
Solid sentence structure; good use of punctuation; excellent grammar and
language mechanics
