Instructions:
1. Answered all the four prompts above. Sufficient evidence for both sides of the issue. Contained description, explanation, evaluation, prescription. DO not put too many opinions as it will lower the grade.
2. Information is grouped together by topic. Paper flows logically
3. Solid grammar, spelling, punctuation, transitions, writer’s opinion in conclusion only.
4. Information is grouped together by topic. Paper flows logically
Format:
1. Paper must be more than 1700 words in length. This is text only, not the header or bibliography.
2. This is a formal paper and should be written as such. Do not use contractions (such as “can’t” or “don’t) and do not write in the first person
Please have the research paper answer the following prompts:
1. Description of the current public policy
2. Explanation of the issue and why it is relevant to our lives
3. Summary of both sides of this issue. Evaluation of these positions.
4. Prescription of what the government (state or federal) should be doing
Citing:
1. Cite sources throughout the paper, not just at the end.
2. Provide a bibliography at the end.
3. Do not overuse quotations! You will only be allowed two direct quotes for the entire paper. Put things in your own words and then cite your source.