RESEARCH PAPER As explained in or discussions multiple times, your research pape

RESEARCH PAPER
As explained in or discussions multiple times, your research paper is a great opportunity to reflect on all significant themes and ideas covered this semester. In addition, this is your time to be creative and expand your research based on your individual focus, passion and areas of future study. We covered complex themes spanning from environmental crises and economic/class inequities to racial injustice. Regardless of what your current or future major may be, you can find creative ways to expand your research and relate our class themes to what interests you the most. You can use and build on all sources in our modules, documentary films we saw in class, as well as additional sources I posted during the semester. In the midst of the current pandemic, climate change and difficult economic and social issues facing our country and the world, please feel free to use any additional sources that you find timely and relevant. In the process, please rely on credible sources of information, related books and verified public and academic websites, journals, documentaries, etc.
Prompt:
We live through unprecedented times in our country and the world. Under this option, you can explore a current issue that you want to focus on, as long as it is related to the themes of our class: from climate crises and environmental injustice to economic inequality and racial oppression. Channel your efforts and creativity to express your viewpoint by incorporating sources that support your argument and your passion for the chosen topic. This is your time. You are working hard to achieve your education. What kind of future do you want to live in?
Instead of procrastinating and suffering through the process, please consider how everything we covered this semester may relate to your specific major and desired profession. So, why not use this opportunity to research new and emerging fields of study in your chosen field? Environmental crises research spans from sustainable economic growth and business to science, humanities and communication. Could this paper become a great foundation for your future transfer application or scholarship essay? Absolutely. Use what you learned this semester and use this research with your future in mind.
Your research papers should be at least 9 – 12 pages long (no longer). Incorporate graphs, charts or any images as you want.
Remember to stay focused on your ideas, clear in stating your major points and precise in your use of diction.
Research Paper Guidelines
ASSIGNMENT DETAILS (POSSIBLE TOPICS AS STATED ABOVE UNDER RESEARCH PAPER OPTIONS):9 – 12 full pages + Works Cited
Minimum of SIX different sources of evidence. Sources must be credible and appropriate for an academic research paper/
Read the plagiarism policy at the bottom of this page.
Examples are attached.
OBJECTIVES FOR THIS PAPERDevelop a FOCUSED concept from a larger subject by asking valid research questions and brainstorming.
Use effective evidence gathering and evaluation methods to research the topic.
Use strong critical thinking and effective writing strategies to convey your stance the issue to your audience.
Present and advance a cohesive, well-supported argument.
Use credible, relevant EVIDENCE (statistics, case studies, expert opinion, examples, research studies, etc.) to support your claims.
MLA: Properly synthesize, integrate and cite source material both in-text and via the Works Cited page.
Your paper must be in MLA format including type size and style, double-spacing, numbered pages, appropriate header on the first page, 1″ margins, etc.
RESOURCESFor additional reference, you may consider the following:
For assistance beyond the classroom, remember to use the other resources available to you: the OWL at Purdue Web site (Links to an external site.), and A Writer’s Reference and below Excellent Research Paper Sites
Excellent Research Paper Sites
Democracy Now (daily on public television) and their website
Environment California
NRDC – National Research Defense Council
Ted Talk (environmental talks)
Sunrise Movement (youth environmental movement)
TreeHugger. …
Alternative Consumer. …
WWF Climate & Energy Blog. …
Leafy Green. …
WSJ Energy Blog. …
The Green Energy Blog. …
Energy Blog National Geographic. …
Tree People, etc..
Asknature.org
Documentaries
Before the Flood (2016)
The 11th Hour (2007)
Blue Gold: World Water Wars (2008)
If A Tree Falls (2011)
The Cove (2009)
Tapped (2009)
Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret (2014)
The Biggest Little Farm (2019)
The Human Element (2019)
Vanishing Point (2015)
Eating Our Way To Extinction (2021) and many more…