Essay 3: Persuasive Essay

MAJOR WRITING ASSIGNMENT
The ability to create a comprehensive essay that
informs and persuades is an essential skill. A
persuasive essay allows for readers to be informed
and persuaded to follow the argument of the
writer.
For this paper you will choose a topic that has two
sides. You will pick your side and use academic
sources to support your argument, working to
convince readers.
You will need a title page, a references page, and
to follow all APA formatting requirements.
Accurate grammar is expected.
You are also expected to have a thesis, no
contractions, and to not use any personal
pronouns.
DUE:
5/6 at 11:59pm
Essay 3: Persuasive Essay
MAJOR WRITING ASSIGNMENT
DUE: 5/6 AT 11:59PM
Requirements
Your own work
1,200 words (minimum)
5 Academic Sources (minimum)
Complete APA Formatting
Including: title page and references page
Double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12 pt. Font
Accurate Grammar and Usage of APA requirements
Student Learning Outcomes
Analyze communication through reading and writing
skills.
Employ writing processes such as planning, organizing,
composing, and revising.
Express a primary purpose and organize supporting
points logically.
Use and document research evidence appropriate for
college-level writing.
Employ academic writing styles appropriate for
different genres and audiences.
Identify and correct grammatical and mechanical errors
in their writing.

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