Assignment #3: Paper Outline #1

In this step, you will draft the introduction and conclusion and sketch the body of the paper, keeping the three rhetorical styles (definition, description, and illustration) in mind.

Prompt:

  • First draft of the introduction
    • Introduce your scientific concept and explain why it is important
    • Include a clear working thesis (your main point or focus)
    • Begin the definitional requirements of the final essay and presentation by explaining your chosen concept for the benefit of a general audience
  • List of body topics
    • Create a list or bullet-point outline of sections for your body paragraphs
    • For each item, write 1 – 2 providing an overview and whether the purpose of the section is to define, describe , or illustrate
  • First draft of the conclusion
    • Summarize your main points
    • Restate the importance of your concept
    • Indicate any potential applications or innovative uses your topic can point to

Your Submission Needs to Include:
  • APA Title Page (be sure to include all group members as authors)
  • A drafted introduction (At least 5 to 7 sentences)
  • A proposed list of your body paragraphs
  • A drafted conclusion (At least 5 to 7 sentences)
  • Reference list of all sources in APA style

Due Date:

29 December (Monday) at 11:59 pm Addis Abada local time

How to Submit:

LMS assignment folder