09 Jul This week, you will construct a full outline for your paper including citations and references.

1. Opening sentence or hook
2. Explanatory sentence about topic/problem
3. Thesis statement

1. Topic Sentence: What is the first claim that supports your argument?
2. Source #1: What evidence have you found that supports your claim?
3. Explain how this evidence supports your claim. Include some APA in-text citations, i.e. (Ford, 2020, p. 1).

1. Topic Sentence: What is the second claim that supports your argument?
2. Source #2: What evidence have you found that supports your claim?
3. Explain how this evidence supports your claim. Include some APA in-text citations, i.e. (CDC, 2020, p. 25).

1. Topic Sentence: What is the third claim that supports your argument?
2. Source #3: What evidence have you found that supports your claim?
3. Explain how this evidence supports your claim. Include some APA in-text citations, i.e. (Rousseau et al., 2020, para. 29).

1. 1. Note the most important claim you are making
   2. Reiterate your thesis statement. (Be sure to state your thesis statement differently than you did in the introduction paragraph.)
   3. Reflective sentence or call to action

• A fully written introduction (revised from the Week 3 Discussion)
• A thesis that ends your introduction (revised from Week 2’s assignment and the Week 3 Discussion)
• Three sections, each with its own topic sentence, research, and brief explanation
• At least one reasonable objection and how you plan to overcome it.
  • Click  for a guide to working with counterpoints.
• Quotations and citations from three academic journal sources from Keiser’s Library (from Week 2);
  • Remember, your final paper requires the use of a total of four sources.
  • Contact your instructor if you have questions regarding the fourth or any additional sources.
• Transitional phrases are required. 
  • Click  for a YouTube video discussion of transitional phrases.
  • Or, click  for a Purdue OWL discussion of transitional phrases.
• Comments to be included in your conclusion 
• Minimum of three APA formatted references in your reference list.

• Follow the outline format provided.
• Include APA formatted citations (Last name, YEAR, p. ___ or para. ___).
• Include APA formatted references in a clear reference list.
  Sources for the final essay must be approved peer-reviewed scholarly journals, 2015-present, from the library’s databases such as ProQuest, InfoTrac, Gale, etc..,
  GRADIND CRITERIA

• Week 3 Assignment – Outline -Rubric

  Description: Week 3 Assignment – Outline -Rubric ****Note this assignment requires you to use at least three sources.Assignments that do not meet this requirement may be penalized at 10% persource. For example, if you submit an outline with only one source being used,the highest grade you may obtain is a 80%. Please be sure to use at least threesources. Remember that four are required on the final essay next week. Checkwith your instructor if you are unsure what you may use for the fourth or anyadditional sources.

         

         

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  Introductory Sentences—

  Levels of Achievement:

  Proficient 10 (10.00%) points

  Explanatory sentence introduces argument anddirection of the paper in an engaging manner.

  ApproachesStandard 8.5 (8.50%) points

  Introductory sentences present topic.Explanatory sentence introduces argument.

  NeedsImprovement 7 (7.00%) points

  Introductory sentences present vague referenceto topic without direction. May use clich or dictionary definition of topic.

  Unacceptable 0 (0.00%) points

  Does not meet requirements or is non-compliant.

  Feedback:

  Thesis Statement—

  Levels of Achievement:

  Proficient 10 (10.00%) points

  Thesis statement presents a clearly articulatedargument and supporting elements that demonstrate a thorough understanding andfocus of context and purpose.

  ApproachesStandard 8.5 (8.50%) points

  Thesis statement includes a position andsupporting elements. Thesis may need additional focus or clarity of the purposeof the argument. Supporting elements may be weak.

  NeedsImprovement 7 (7.00%) points

  Thesis statement includes a position and somesupporting elements but is not argumentative. Thesis may lack focus andunderstanding of purpose.

  Unacceptable 0 (0.00%) points

  Does not meet requirements or is non-compliant.

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  Claim Section #1—

  Levels of Achievement:

  Proficient 15 (15.00%) points

  Section includes effective topic sentencescontaining distinct supporting claims, relevant source material (evidence), andexplanation of relevance of source to claim.

  ApproachesStandard 12.75 (12.75%) points

  Section includes topic sentences containingsupporting claims, source material (evidence), and explanation of source toclaim. Section may have minor gaps or omissions.

  NeedsImprovement 10.5 (10.50%) points

  Section includes topic sentences, supportingclaims, source material (evidence), explanation, and transition. Some omissionsare evident. Section may be vague or unclear.

  Unacceptable 0 (0.00%) points

  Does not meet requirements or is non-compliant.

  Feedback:

  Claims Section #2—

  Levels of Achievement:

  Proficient 15 (15.00%) points

  Section includes effective topic sentencescontaining distinct supporting claims, relevant source material (evidence), andexplanation of relevance of source to claim. Transitional sentence into thissection present.

  ApproachesStandard 12.75 (12.75%) points

  Section includes topic sentences containingsupporting claims, source material (evidence), and explanation of source toclaim. Transitional sentence into section present but cliched or uncreative.Section may have minor gaps or omissions.

  NeedsImprovement 10.5 (10.50%) points

  Section includes topic sentences, supportingclaims, source material (evidence), explanation, and transition. Some omissionsare evident. Section may be vague, unclear, or underdeveloped.

  Unacceptable 0 (0.00%) points

  Does not meet requirements or is non-compliant.

  Feedback:

  Claims Section #3—

  Levels of Achievement:

  Proficient 15 (15.00%) points

  Section includes effective topic sentencescontaining distinct supporting claims, relevant source material (evidence), andexplanation of relevance of source to claim. Transitional sentence into thissection present.

  ApproachesStandard 12.75 (12.75%) points

  Section includes topic sentences containingsupporting claims, source material (evidence), and explanation of source toclaim. Transitional sentence into section present but cliched or repetitive.Section may have minor gaps or omissions.

  NeedsImprovement 10.5 (10.50%) points

  Section includes topic sentences, supportingclaims, source material (evidence), explanation, and transition. Some omissionsare evident. Section may be vague, unclear, or underdeveloped.

  Unacceptable 0 (0.00%) points

  Does not meet requirements or is non-compliant.

  Feedback:

  Conclusion—

  Levels of Achievement:

  Proficient 15 (15.00%) points

  Conclusion fully reviews major points in a freshand insightful manner. Conclusion offers insights, calls for future research,or implications of argument. Benefits to audience made clear.

  ApproachesStandard 12.75 (12.75%) points

  Section includes topic sentences containingsupporting claims, source material (evidence), and explanation of source toclaim. Transitional sentence into section present but cliched or repetitive.Section may have minor gaps or omissions.

  NeedsImprovement 10.5 (10.50%) points

  Section includes topic sentences, supportingclaims, source material (evidence), explanation, and transition. Some omissionsare evident. Section may be vague, unclear, or underdeveloped.

  Unacceptable 0 (0.00%) points

  Does not meet requirements or is non-compliant.

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  Opposing viewpoint—

  Levels of Achievement:

  Proficient 10 (10.00%) points

  Opposing viewpoint is clearly stated with detailand appropriate response. Includes possible source or suggested evidence with alogical rebuttal/explanation.

  ApproachesStandard 8.5 (8.50%) points

  Opposing viewpoint is stated with appropriateresponse. Considers possible source or suggested evidence.

  NeedsImprovement 7 (7.00%) points

  Opposing viewpoint is mentioned but not fullyconsidered.

  Unacceptable 0 (0.00%) points

  Does not meet requirements or is non-compliant.

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  Grammar, Mechanics, and APA Reference List—

  Levels of Achievement:

  Proficient 10 (10.00%) points

  Demonstrates mastery of grammar, punctuation,spelling, and mechanics with no major errors. Includes accurate reference listin 7th edition APA.

  ApproachesStandard 8.5 (8.50%) points

  Demonstrates understanding of grammar,punctuation, spelling, and mechanics with fewer than five major errors.Reference list may be incomplete or inaccurate.

  NeedsImprovement 7 (7.00%) points

  Errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, andmechanics are evident, but paper is mostly clear throughout (fewer than tenerrors). Serious omissions in reference list or reference list not included.Student should consider using OWL or visiting campus Writing Studio.

  Unacceptable 0 (0.00%) points

  Does not meet requirements or is non-compliant.

  Feedback:

  Name:Week 3 Assignment – Outline -Rubric

  Description:Week 3 Assignment – Outline -Rubric ****Note this assignment requires you to use at least three sources.Assignments that do not meet this requirement may be penalized at 10% persource. For example, if you submit an outline with only one source being used,the highest grade you may obtain is a 80%. Please be sure to use at least threesources. Remember that four are required on the final essay next week. Checkwith your instructor if you are unsure what you may use for the fourth or any additionalsources.