ENGWR 300 (Borders)

Assert a debatable claim, using academic research to back up your argument.

Keep in mind that:

• Your professor does not have to agree with you. All that matters is that you can support your claim well, using academic research.
• This will be our biggest paper, roughly 7-10 pages long
• You need to use at least 5-7 academic sources (at least 2 peer reviewed journals, a book, and an online source). 
• This paper will require using and citing academic research.
• Must use MLA format.

• Choose a topic that is interesting to you. It may seem obvious, but this will make the research process more fun and engaging for you.
• Consider the scope of your topic. If your topic is too broad it may be hard to find information that is focused and relevant; if your topic is too narrow it may be hard to find any information at all.
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• Explore possible topics: databases, Google, etc. 
• Example: Click on Opposing Viewpoints in Context (see below). Then scroll down to "browse issues" for some ideas.