External link to ONLY CHAPTER 16 is due today! the rest you have more time to do Chapter 16 1. Discuss the new idea that Galileo proposed to the world. How did these new idea change the way that people saw the world ONLY CHAPTER 16 is due today! the rest you have more time to doChapter 16 1. Discuss the new idea that Galileo proposed to the world.  How did these new idea change the way that people saw the world around them?  How has it affected us in the modern world?Chapter 17 During this chapter we see a massive change all around Europe.  The populations of most all nations began to grow very rapidly. -What were some of the causes of this quick and massive growth? -What were some of the results or consequences of this growth? -How did it affect different groups in societies? Please use your text and the resources listed on the home page along with any other good sources, not wikipedia, that you may find to answer these questions.Chapter 18 What was marriage like during this chapter?  Did people marry younger/older?  Did they move out on their own or live with families?  Was this viewed differently for men and women?  How does this compare to marriage today?Chapter 19Chapter 19 centers around Revolutions and the problems that cause them.  What were the problems that existed in the societies of France and the United States during the late 18th century that caused people to stand up and revolt?  Who were some of the people who influenced these revolts?  How successful were the revolts in France and the United States? Show more

ONLY CHAPTER 16 is due today! the rest you have more time to do Chapter 16 1. Discuss the new idea that Galileo proposed to the world. How did these new idea change the way that people saw the world ONLY CHAPTER 16 is due today! the rest you have more time to doChapter 16 1. Discuss the new idea that Galileo proposed to the world.  How did these new idea change the way that people saw the world around them?  How has it affected us in the modern world?Chapter 17 During this chapter we see a massive change all around Europe.  The populations of most all nations began to grow very rapidly. -What were some of the causes of this quick and massive growth? -What were some of the results or consequences of this growth? -How did it affect different groups in societies? Please use your text and the resources listed on the home page along with any other good sources, not wikipedia, that you may find to answer these questions.Chapter 18 What was marriage like during this chapter?  Did people marry younger/older?  Did they move out on their own or live with families?  Was this viewed differently for men and women?  How does this compare to marriage today?Chapter 19Chapter 19 centers around Revolutions and the problems that cause them.  What were the problems that existed in the societies of France and the United States during the late 18th century that caused people to stand up and revolt?  Who were some of the people who influenced these revolts?  How successful were the revolts in France and the United States? Show more

ONLY CHAPTER 16 is due today! the rest you have more time to do Chapter 16 1. Discuss the new idea that Galileo proposed to the world. How did these new idea change the way that people saw the world

External link to Posts must be at least 300 words in content. In-depth explanations of the exact expectations are located in the Discussion area of the class. You will need to have at least 300 words in this post plus Posts must be at least 300 words in content. In-depth explanations of the exact expectations are located in the Discussion area of the class.You will need to have at least 300 words in this post plus full references due Thursday You must reference using one of the three formats and following your major’s designated style: MLA, APA, CS, Kate L. Turabian’s Manual, and the Chicago Manual of Style (CMS).  YOU MUST CITE YOUR SOURCES!In the Harlem Art Workshop, 1933, children carve soap models. This is from artstor.org.Thousands and thousands of African Americans wrote to Eleanor Roosevelt for help from 1932 to 1944.Assume an African American character and write from the perspective of the character. What would be the obstacles faced by people of color during the Great Depression or the war years?  Explain the issues in your letter and ask for specific help on those matters.  Also in a separate paragraph below your letter, explain why you chose to write what you did. What inspired you to write on the topics, situations or events that were discussed in your letter?One way to help you prepare for your letter is to research writing letters during the Great Depression to President and Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt.  In addition,  some websites you can look at for this Discussion: Eleanore Roosevelt and Civil Rights, George Washington University  and “Please Help US Mr. President”: Black Americans Write to FDRYou can also Google: “Black Americans write to Eleanor Roosevelt.” You will see multiple images of actual letters written to the First Lady. Show more

Posts must be at least 300 words in content. In-depth explanations of the exact expectations are located in the Discussion area of the class. You will need to have at least 300 words in this post plus Posts must be at least 300 words in content. In-depth explanations of the exact expectations are located in the Discussion area of the class.You will need to have at least 300 words in this post plus full references due Thursday You must reference using one of the three formats and following your major’s designated style: MLA, APA, CS, Kate L. Turabian’s Manual, and the Chicago Manual of Style (CMS).  YOU MUST CITE YOUR SOURCES!In the Harlem Art Workshop, 1933, children carve soap models. This is from artstor.org.Thousands and thousands of African Americans wrote to Eleanor Roosevelt for help from 1932 to 1944.Assume an African American character and write from the perspective of the character. What would be the obstacles faced by people of color during the Great Depression or the war years?  Explain the issues in your letter and ask for specific help on those matters.  Also in a separate paragraph below your letter, explain why you chose to write what you did. What inspired you to write on the topics, situations or events that were discussed in your letter?One way to help you prepare for your letter is to research writing letters during the Great Depression to President and Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt.  In addition,  some websites you can look at for this Discussion: Eleanore Roosevelt and Civil Rights, George Washington University  and “Please Help US Mr. President”: Black Americans Write to FDRYou can also Google: “Black Americans write to Eleanor Roosevelt.” You will see multiple images of actual letters written to the First Lady. Show more

Posts must be at least 300 words in content. In-depth explanations of the exact expectations are located in the Discussion area of the class. You will need to have at least 300 words in this post plus

External link to Reviewing assignments and course notes from the term. Be sure to closely read the assignment instructions and review the sample papers provided Writing Guides: Online Writing Resources: Follow the “Wr Reviewing assignments and course notes from the term. Be sure to closely read the assignment instructions and review the sample papers providedWriting Guides:Online Writing Resources: Follow the “Writing Resources” link on the left to access online resources on writing and research.Handouts: Attending to Grammar ; Attending to Style ; How to Write a Thesis Statement.GuidelinesFormat: Follow correct MLA Style and include all required components.The materials for class were “Think! World Religions” and “Women and Religious Traditions”I will attach other assignments for reference. Show more

Reviewing assignments and course notes from the term. Be sure to closely read the assignment instructions and review the sample papers provided Writing Guides: Online Writing Resources: Follow the “Wr Reviewing assignments and course notes from the term. Be sure to closely read the assignment instructions and review the sample papers providedWriting Guides:Online Writing Resources: Follow the “Writing Resources” link on the left to access online resources on writing and research.Handouts: Attending to Grammar ; Attending to Style ; How to Write a Thesis Statement.GuidelinesFormat: Follow correct MLA Style and include all required components.The materials for class were “Think! World Religions” and “Women and Religious Traditions”I will attach other assignments for reference. Show more

Reviewing assignments and course notes from the term. Be sure to closely read the assignment instructions and review the sample papers provided Writing Guides: Online Writing Resources: Follow the “Wr

External link to Please define the terms below in 2-3 complete sentences. Terms and people 1. Copernicus 2. Galileo 3. Rene Descartes 4. Francis Bacon For these reading response questions, please attach your pdf file Please define the terms below in 2-3 complete sentences.Terms and people1. Copernicus2. Galileo3. Rene Descartes4. Francis BaconFor these reading response questions, please attach your pdf file in the submission box. –Using your text as the source, answer each of the following questions in a minimum of 4-6 sentences.  Be sure to cite the pages from the text where you find your answer.  Each question counts as a percentage of the assignment.  If you fail to complete a question, then that percentage will automatically be deducted from the grade.  Here are some additional resources.–Please see the rubric for how these will be graded.Be sure to cite the page numbers from the text, and other resources to indicate where you found the material.1.  Explain the Ptolemaic system of the universe.  How was the system of Copernicus different than the Ptolemaic? Why was Copernicus hesitant to release his book?2 What were Kepler’s First and Second Laws and why were they significant?3. Who funded Galileo?  Why might this have been important?  What were his significant achievements?4. How did Sir Isaac Newton build on the ideas of the Scientific Revolution? 5. How was the philosophy of Rene Descartes different than that of Bacon and others before? Show more

Please define the terms below in 2-3 complete sentences. Terms and people 1. Copernicus 2. Galileo 3. Rene Descartes 4. Francis Bacon For these reading response questions, please attach your pdf file Please define the terms below in 2-3 complete sentences.Terms and people1. Copernicus2. Galileo3. Rene Descartes4. Francis BaconFor these reading response questions, please attach your pdf file in the submission box. –Using your text as the source, answer each of the following questions in a minimum of 4-6 sentences.  Be sure to cite the pages from the text where you find your answer.  Each question counts as a percentage of the assignment.  If you fail to complete a question, then that percentage will automatically be deducted from the grade.  Here are some additional resources.–Please see the rubric for how these will be graded.Be sure to cite the page numbers from the text, and other resources to indicate where you found the material.1.  Explain the Ptolemaic system of the universe.  How was the system of Copernicus different than the Ptolemaic? Why was Copernicus hesitant to release his book?2 What were Kepler’s First and Second Laws and why were they significant?3. Who funded Galileo?  Why might this have been important?  What were his significant achievements?4. How did Sir Isaac Newton build on the ideas of the Scientific Revolution? 5. How was the philosophy of Rene Descartes different than that of Bacon and others before? Show more

Please define the terms below in 2-3 complete sentences. Terms and people 1. Copernicus 2. Galileo 3. Rene Descartes 4. Francis Bacon For these reading response questions, please attach your pdf file

External link to Discussion Prompt: Signs in the Gospel of JohnRead the following passages in the Gospel of John: John 2:1-11; 4:46-54; 5:1-15; 6:1-15; 6:16-20; 9:1-41; and 11:38-57Notice in all of these passages, Joh Discussion Prompt: Signs in the Gospel of JohnRead the following passages in the Gospel of John:John 2:1-11; 4:46-54; 5:1-15; 6:1-15; 6:16-20; 9:1-41; and 11:38-57Notice in all of these passages, John does not use the word “miracle” to describe Jesus’ mighty acts but instead utilizes the word “sign.Respond to the following questions. Use appropriate citations for your scriptural references listed in your entry:What is the point of the “signs”?Why did John use “sign” instead of “miracle”?Choose one of Jesus’ signs listed in John, and describe what the “sign” points to.What in the biblical text can help answer these questions?Session 2 “The Four Gospels” Reflection PaperIn your reading of Gundry this week, you were introduced to the four Gospels. Please write a reflective paper, based off of what you read this week, addressing the following:”Why four Gospels?” Why do we need four accounts of the life of Jesus? Couldn’t we have gotten by with just one or maybe two?Session 2 Journal EntryRead John 20:31. This verse speaks of the purpose of the gospel. Please answer the following questions in your submission:How convincing is the evidence that you have seen in the four Gospel accounts?In your studies so far regarding the life of Jesus, what do you believe are the strongest pieces of evidence found in the Gospels supporting the claims regarding Him? Please cite scripture references that you use to support your work.Do you think any additional evidence should be included? Why or why not?What impact does the gospel have on your life?this had three parts Show more

Discussion Prompt: Signs in the Gospel of JohnRead the following passages in the Gospel of John: John 2:1-11; 4:46-54; 5:1-15; 6:1-15; 6:16-20; 9:1-41; and 11:38-57Notice in all of these passages, Joh Discussion Prompt: Signs in the Gospel of JohnRead the following passages in the Gospel of John:John 2:1-11; 4:46-54; 5:1-15; 6:1-15; 6:16-20; 9:1-41; and 11:38-57Notice in all of these passages, John does not use the word “miracle” to describe Jesus’ mighty acts but instead utilizes the word “sign.Respond to the following questions. Use appropriate citations for your scriptural references listed in your entry:What is the point of the “signs”?Why did John use “sign” instead of “miracle”?Choose one of Jesus’ signs listed in John, and describe what the “sign” points to.What in the biblical text can help answer these questions?Session 2 “The Four Gospels” Reflection PaperIn your reading of Gundry this week, you were introduced to the four Gospels. Please write a reflective paper, based off of what you read this week, addressing the following:”Why four Gospels?” Why do we need four accounts of the life of Jesus? Couldn’t we have gotten by with just one or maybe two?Session 2 Journal EntryRead John 20:31. This verse speaks of the purpose of the gospel. Please answer the following questions in your submission:How convincing is the evidence that you have seen in the four Gospel accounts?In your studies so far regarding the life of Jesus, what do you believe are the strongest pieces of evidence found in the Gospels supporting the claims regarding Him? Please cite scripture references that you use to support your work.Do you think any additional evidence should be included? Why or why not?What impact does the gospel have on your life?this had three parts Show more

Discussion Prompt: Signs in the Gospel of JohnRead the following passages in the Gospel of John: John 2:1-11; 4:46-54; 5:1-15; 6:1-15; 6:16-20; 9:1-41; and 11:38-57Notice in all of these passages, Joh

External link to n this first discussion I want you to reflect on what you learned in this modulewrite your reaction and thoughts, your observations, and conclusions. What was the most important take away and why?foll n this first discussion I want you toreflect on what you learned in this modulewrite your reaction and thoughts, your observations, and conclusions. What was the most important take away and why?follow these 4 requirements for full credit (50 points):make specific mention or reference to each of the three resources in Module 1 (US History, Corbett, The American Yawp and the Charles Mann lecture)200 word minimumreply to two of your classmates’ comments.post by due date: Monday Aug 30 by 7:00 am Show more

n this first discussion I want you to reflect on what you learned in this modulewrite your reaction and thoughts, your observations, and conclusions. What was the most important take away and why?foll n this first discussion I want you toreflect on what you learned in this modulewrite your reaction and thoughts, your observations, and conclusions. What was the most important take away and why?follow these 4 requirements for full credit (50 points):make specific mention or reference to each of the three resources in Module 1 (US History, Corbett, The American Yawp and the Charles Mann lecture)200 word minimumreply to two of your classmates’ comments.post by due date: Monday Aug 30 by 7:00 am Show more

n this first discussion I want you to reflect on what you learned in this modulewrite your reaction and thoughts, your observations, and conclusions. What was the most important take away and why?foll

External link to How could “historiography” (how history is written, by whom and why) affect teachers’ interpretations or treatment of these topics? What knowledge and skills do teachers need to promote inquiry into How could “historiography” (how history is written, by whom and why) affect teachers’ interpretations or treatment of these topics? What knowledge and skills do teachers need to promote inquiry into an historical event or period from Indigenous and non-Indigenous perspectives and why is this important?What strategies, resources and processes can teachers use to help learners understand contestability, as a key aspect of historical literacy, and build respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories?  Show more

How could “historiography” (how history is written, by whom and why) affect teachers’ interpretations or treatment of these topics? What knowledge and skills do teachers need to promote inquiry into How could “historiography” (how history is written, by whom and why) affect teachers’ interpretations or treatment of these topics? What knowledge and skills do teachers need to promote inquiry into an historical event or period from Indigenous and non-Indigenous perspectives and why is this important?What strategies, resources and processes can teachers use to help learners understand contestability, as a key aspect of historical literacy, and build respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories?  Show more

How could “historiography” (how history is written, by whom and why) affect teachers’ interpretations or treatment of these topics? What knowledge and skills do teachers need to promote inquiry into

External link to 1)We have suggested that Zoroastrianism influenced Judaism. As a Jew, Jesus taught Jewish scripture. Some even say that Christianity is a sect of Judaism. Yet most Christians claim that their religion 1)We have suggested that Zoroastrianism influenced Judaism. As a Jew, Jesus taught Jewish scripture. Some even say that Christianity is a sect of Judaism. Yet most Christians claim that their religion is unique. Also, we have seen numerous rifts in Christianity: In the book of Acts, the division between Roman Catholicism and the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Protestant Reformation, and so on. Modern Christianity is sometimes characterized by the split among followers who believe in the literal interpretation of the Bible and those who believe in a figurative interpretation.Did Zoroastrianism and/or Judaism provide the basis for Christianity or not? Defend your response with three reasons and explain.How can one Bible, especially one New Testament, be used to justify so many divisions? Is one of these divisions or denominations the “right” one? Why?2)Judaism is characterized as a religion of doing, and faith is seen in actions toward others. Review the 10 Commandments, the Eightfold Path of Buddhism, the Confucian Virtues, and the 12 Vows of Jainism. Do you see a similar or different understanding of action and faith in these religions as in Judaism?Be sure to respond to at least one of your classmates’ posts. Show more

1)We have suggested that Zoroastrianism influenced Judaism. As a Jew, Jesus taught Jewish scripture. Some even say that Christianity is a sect of Judaism. Yet most Christians claim that their religion 1)We have suggested that Zoroastrianism influenced Judaism. As a Jew, Jesus taught Jewish scripture. Some even say that Christianity is a sect of Judaism. Yet most Christians claim that their religion is unique. Also, we have seen numerous rifts in Christianity: In the book of Acts, the division between Roman Catholicism and the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Protestant Reformation, and so on. Modern Christianity is sometimes characterized by the split among followers who believe in the literal interpretation of the Bible and those who believe in a figurative interpretation.Did Zoroastrianism and/or Judaism provide the basis for Christianity or not? Defend your response with three reasons and explain.How can one Bible, especially one New Testament, be used to justify so many divisions? Is one of these divisions or denominations the “right” one? Why?2)Judaism is characterized as a religion of doing, and faith is seen in actions toward others. Review the 10 Commandments, the Eightfold Path of Buddhism, the Confucian Virtues, and the 12 Vows of Jainism. Do you see a similar or different understanding of action and faith in these religions as in Judaism?Be sure to respond to at least one of your classmates’ posts. Show more

1)We have suggested that Zoroastrianism influenced Judaism. As a Jew, Jesus taught Jewish scripture. Some even say that Christianity is a sect of Judaism. Yet most Christians claim that their religion

External link to John O’Sullivan coined the phrase “Manifest Destiny” in 1845 as a description of how America was made and how it will ultimately become. “John O’Sullivan’s ‘Annexation’ declared that, ‘the fulfillment John O’Sullivan coined the phrase “Manifest Destiny” in 1845 as a description of how America was made and how it will ultimately become. “John O’Sullivan’s ‘Annexation’ declared that, ‘the fulfillment of our manifest destiny to overspread the continent allotted by Providence for the free development of our yearly multiplying millions” (World History, 2017, para. 6). What he meant was that the organic forming of America was destiny, and within this destiny America would continue to expand its democracy across the continent. Settlers during that time believed that in a democracy as agreeable and expansive as the one in America, further growth would ensure a country that was always liberated. “Manifest Destiny” is a phrase that helped shape the America we live in today. Freedom and the pursuit of happiness are and always have been two main points of living in this country. Settlers moving west at that point in time, and immigrants moving to America tend to have a belief in the systems used in it’s government that promote successful, democratic, and liberating ways of life. While “Manifest Destiny” was coined as a phrase of hope and growth in 1845, today it is the foundation America bases it’s beliefs in. 1. Do you believe this to be true?During that time James Polk was in office, and the ideological leader of the term, According Khan Academy 2019, to The proviso, which was strongly opposed by the slave-holding South, asserted that the Mexican-American War had not been fought for the purpose of expanding slavery, and stipulated that slavery would never exist in the territories acquired from Mexico in the war. Ultimately, Polk’s territorial expansionism, though aimed at national unity, wound up intensifying sectional conflict and further paving the road to civil war. (Khan Academy 2019) 1. Could it have been speculation?Please read both paragraphs then answer both questionsNo spacing required one reference per questionNo APA Format necessary  Show more

John O’Sullivan coined the phrase “Manifest Destiny” in 1845 as a description of how America was made and how it will ultimately become. “John O’Sullivan’s ‘Annexation’ declared that, ‘the fulfillment John O’Sullivan coined the phrase “Manifest Destiny” in 1845 as a description of how America was made and how it will ultimately become. “John O’Sullivan’s ‘Annexation’ declared that, ‘the fulfillment of our manifest destiny to overspread the continent allotted by Providence for the free development of our yearly multiplying millions” (World History, 2017, para. 6). What he meant was that the organic forming of America was destiny, and within this destiny America would continue to expand its democracy across the continent. Settlers during that time believed that in a democracy as agreeable and expansive as the one in America, further growth would ensure a country that was always liberated. “Manifest Destiny” is a phrase that helped shape the America we live in today. Freedom and the pursuit of happiness are and always have been two main points of living in this country. Settlers moving west at that point in time, and immigrants moving to America tend to have a belief in the systems used in it’s government that promote successful, democratic, and liberating ways of life. While “Manifest Destiny” was coined as a phrase of hope and growth in 1845, today it is the foundation America bases it’s beliefs in. 1. Do you believe this to be true?During that time James Polk was in office, and the ideological leader of the term, According Khan Academy 2019, to The proviso, which was strongly opposed by the slave-holding South, asserted that the Mexican-American War had not been fought for the purpose of expanding slavery, and stipulated that slavery would never exist in the territories acquired from Mexico in the war. Ultimately, Polk’s territorial expansionism, though aimed at national unity, wound up intensifying sectional conflict and further paving the road to civil war. (Khan Academy 2019) 1. Could it have been speculation?Please read both paragraphs then answer both questionsNo spacing required one reference per questionNo APA Format necessary  Show more

John O’Sullivan coined the phrase “Manifest Destiny” in 1845 as a description of how America was made and how it will ultimately become. “John O’Sullivan’s ‘Annexation’ declared that, ‘the fulfillment

External link to The core assignment of this course is a documented research paper (1500-2000 words in length, approx. 6-8 pages double-spaced, 12-point font). The paper should support a thesis statement with informat The core assignment of this course is a documented research paper (1500-2000 words in length, approx. 6-8 pages double-spaced, 12-point font).The paper should support a thesis statement with information gained from research or investigation.The paper will not be just a report presenting information but will be a paper that carefully examines and presents your own historical interpretation of the topic you have chosen and your interpretation of the information you have gathered.The paper may include consideration of problems and solutions, definition of key terms, or may refute arguments against your thesis statement.It will be important to choose a topic of interest to you.Approach this assignment with an open and skeptical mind, then form an opinion based on what you have discovered.You must suspend beliefs while you are investigating and let the discoveries shape your opinion. (This is a thesis-finding approach.)Once you have found your thesis, write the paper to support it.You will use some of the following critical thinking skills in this process:Choosing an appropriate topic, limiting the topic.Gathering information, summarizing sources.Analyzing and evaluating sources.Defining key terms.Synthesizing information, comparing and contrasting sources.Testing a thesis, making a historical argument, using refutation.Amassing support for a position.Documenting sources.Because this may be a longer paper than you have written before and a complex process is involved, it is recommended that you complete this paper using the following steps:Choose a topic related to chapters covered in The American Yawp, (Chapters 1-15) that you would truly like to explore and that you are willing to spend some time on. Your chosen topic should be focused. Pose a question that you really want to answer. You may want to begin with more than one topic in mind.Do some preliminary reading on the topic(s). You may begin with the textbook, then further explore the information available. Refine your topic. Summarize your topic, your interest in the topic, the questions you want to answer, and a hypothesis you want to test.Gather information from a variety of sources. Use a minimum of four sources for your paper, and at least one must be a primary source.Primary sources are contemporary to the times under investigation.An example of a secondary source is our textbook, though the textbook also contains excerpts of primary sources, which you may use as a source in your paper.Outline the results of your research and the plan for your paper (you are not required to submit the outline).Write the final draft and be sure to include a Works Cited List, and use the correct MLA documentation style.Grade RubricINTRODUCTION & THESIS: Includes a clear thesis statement, an assertion or position. Topic is original and manageable in a short research paper. /15FOCUS AND DEVELOPMENT: Body of the essay focuses on this thesis and develops it fully, recognizing the complexity of issues and refuting arguments in opposition to the thesis. /20SUPPORT AND SYNTHESIS: Uses sufficient and relevant evidence to support the thesis (and primary points), including facts, inferences, and judgments. Quotes, summarizes, and paraphrases accurately and effectively–appropriately introducing and explaining each quote. /25RESOURCES: Shows a clear understanding of the sources; has evaluated each source and used it appropriately. Uses a wide variety of sources reflecting significant research. /10CONVENTIONS: Uses MLA format correctly; includes internal citations and a Works Cited list; is free of errors. /15CORRECTNESS AND STYLE: Introduces the topic in an interesting way; shows critical thinking and depth of understanding; uses appropriate tone; shows sophistication in language usage and sentence structure. /15TOTAL: /100 Show more

The core assignment of this course is a documented research paper (1500-2000 words in length, approx. 6-8 pages double-spaced, 12-point font). The paper should support a thesis statement with informat The core assignment of this course is a documented research paper (1500-2000 words in length, approx. 6-8 pages double-spaced, 12-point font).The paper should support a thesis statement with information gained from research or investigation.The paper will not be just a report presenting information but will be a paper that carefully examines and presents your own historical interpretation of the topic you have chosen and your interpretation of the information you have gathered.The paper may include consideration of problems and solutions, definition of key terms, or may refute arguments against your thesis statement.It will be important to choose a topic of interest to you.Approach this assignment with an open and skeptical mind, then form an opinion based on what you have discovered.You must suspend beliefs while you are investigating and let the discoveries shape your opinion. (This is a thesis-finding approach.)Once you have found your thesis, write the paper to support it.You will use some of the following critical thinking skills in this process:Choosing an appropriate topic, limiting the topic.Gathering information, summarizing sources.Analyzing and evaluating sources.Defining key terms.Synthesizing information, comparing and contrasting sources.Testing a thesis, making a historical argument, using refutation.Amassing support for a position.Documenting sources.Because this may be a longer paper than you have written before and a complex process is involved, it is recommended that you complete this paper using the following steps:Choose a topic related to chapters covered in The American Yawp, (Chapters 1-15) that you would truly like to explore and that you are willing to spend some time on. Your chosen topic should be focused. Pose a question that you really want to answer. You may want to begin with more than one topic in mind.Do some preliminary reading on the topic(s). You may begin with the textbook, then further explore the information available. Refine your topic. Summarize your topic, your interest in the topic, the questions you want to answer, and a hypothesis you want to test.Gather information from a variety of sources. Use a minimum of four sources for your paper, and at least one must be a primary source.Primary sources are contemporary to the times under investigation.An example of a secondary source is our textbook, though the textbook also contains excerpts of primary sources, which you may use as a source in your paper.Outline the results of your research and the plan for your paper (you are not required to submit the outline).Write the final draft and be sure to include a Works Cited List, and use the correct MLA documentation style.Grade RubricINTRODUCTION & THESIS: Includes a clear thesis statement, an assertion or position. Topic is original and manageable in a short research paper. /15FOCUS AND DEVELOPMENT: Body of the essay focuses on this thesis and develops it fully, recognizing the complexity of issues and refuting arguments in opposition to the thesis. /20SUPPORT AND SYNTHESIS: Uses sufficient and relevant evidence to support the thesis (and primary points), including facts, inferences, and judgments. Quotes, summarizes, and paraphrases accurately and effectively–appropriately introducing and explaining each quote. /25RESOURCES: Shows a clear understanding of the sources; has evaluated each source and used it appropriately. Uses a wide variety of sources reflecting significant research. /10CONVENTIONS: Uses MLA format correctly; includes internal citations and a Works Cited list; is free of errors. /15CORRECTNESS AND STYLE: Introduces the topic in an interesting way; shows critical thinking and depth of understanding; uses appropriate tone; shows sophistication in language usage and sentence structure. /15TOTAL: /100 Show more

The core assignment of this course is a documented research paper (1500-2000 words in length, approx. 6-8 pages double-spaced, 12-point font). The paper should support a thesis statement with informat

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