Issue Selection and Preliminary Argument Statement Please Note: There are TWO pa

Issue Selection and Preliminary Argument Statement
Please Note: There are TWO parts to this assignment. Complete both parts to receive full credit for the assignment.
*Include a title page in correct APA format.*
Label each part
Part 1 Overview:
Before you start this assignment, read the directions the Argumentative Research Paper—on our course site so that you are familiar with the scope of the assignment.
After you have selected your research paper topic/issue, compose a well-developed of at least 250-300 words (about 1 page) paragraph identifying your topic/issue and the purpose of your research paper. Include mention of what specific points or topics you envision in your research paper and what kind of research you will still need to find. You can also include an explanation on how your thinking on your topic and purpose has or has not changed as a result of completing this assignment. Your main objective is to explain how you envision the paper coming together for you. *The use of personal I statements are perfectly fine for this part of the assignment.*
Part 2 Overview:
Formulate a preliminary thesis statement that you will use for your argumentative research paper. The thesis should indicate to the reader the side of the issue being supported. You will have time as your paper comes together to revise your thesis statement as needed.
*Avoid the use of personal I statements when drafting the thesis statement.*
*Thesis statements are not in the form of a question.*
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Rubric
Issue Selection and Preliminary Argument Statement
Issue Selection and Preliminary Argument Statement
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart 1: Issue Selection and Overview
Identified topic/issue for the Argumentative Research Paper.
25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart 2: Formulate a Preliminary Thesis Statement
Student has composed a working preliminary thesis statement for the argumentative research paper.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar, Punctuation, Usage, and Academic Voice
Essay is free from grammar, sentence, punctuation, usage errors.
5 pts
Total Points: 50