E3: Problem-Solution Essay<\/p>\n
In this research paper, you will research a problem in depth, analyze the current problem, and offer a practical solution. The goal of this essay is to discuss the flaws and shortcomings of the current solutions and find a practical solution that reduces\/ minimizes the effects and consequences of the problem for the potential audience. <\/p>\n
Length <\/p>\n
5-6 pages <\/p>\n
Format<\/p>\n
APA <\/p>\n
Sources <\/p>\n
At least 5 sources from the library databases <\/p>\n
At least two of the sources should be journal articles <\/p>\n
Other sources should be credible articles from journals and major, objective, credible publications found in the following databases: <\/p>\n
Academic Search Complete<\/p>\n
JSTOR<\/p>\n
Opposing Viewpoints <\/p>\n
Issues and Controversies <\/p>\n
CQ Researcher <\/p>\n
Topic: <\/p>\n
An arguable topic, national or international, that is a current problem and you are able to discuss causes\/ effects\/ obstacles and offer practical solution(s)<\/p>\n
I suggest browsing the topics in online databases such as opposing viewpoints & Issues and Controversies <\/p>\n
Writing process <\/p>\n
After choosing your topic, compose your research questions, annotated bibliography, rough draft, and final draft <\/p>\n
Structure <\/p>\n
Introduction <\/p>\n
Introducing the problem and\/ or providing background information ONLY on the problem; no mention of solution <\/p>\n
Background information on the problem\/ significance <\/p>\n
Compare\/ contrast the problem in present vs, past, or between two regions, countries, \u2026<\/p>\n
Potential audience <\/p>\n
Narrative\/ example of the problem<\/p>\n
Thesis: <\/p>\n
The problem\/ a major reason for this problem and the significance of finding a practical solution(s)<\/p>\n
Do not list the solutions in the thesis <\/p>\n
Problem block (6-7 developed, argumentative paragraphs)<\/p>\n
Definition and significance <\/p>\n
Causes<\/p>\n
Effects and consequences <\/p>\n
Audience: concerns, objections, your response <\/p>\n
Obstacles: why hasn\u2019t this problem been solved yet? <\/p>\n
Transitional paragraph (one brief paragraph)<\/p>\n
Major points of the problem and the practical solution (one short paragraph\u2014few sentences)<\/p>\n
Solution block (3-4 paragraphs)<\/p>\n
Current solution(s) and flaws\/ shortcomings<\/p>\n
Practical solution and benefits for the audience <\/p>\n
Major objections\/ myths\/ concerns and responding to these points <\/p>\n
Although the practical solutions might have minor flaws, Persuade the audience that the practical solutions are better than current solutions<\/p>\n
Conclusion<\/p>\n
Summarizing major points: <\/p>\n
Problem and its significance, major practical solution to resolve this problem <\/p>\n
If this problem is not solved, what could happen in future? Who, what will be affected? <\/p>\n
Elements of an arguable paragraph: <\/p>\n
Arguable topic sentence<\/p>\n
Context <\/p>\n
Evidence <\/p>\n
Explanation <\/p>\n
Concluding sentence\/ transition<\/p>\n
Rhetorical Appeals: <\/p>\n
Ethos: credibility as a writer <\/p>\n
Pathos: emotionally convincing your audience <\/p>\n
Logos: Logically convincing your audience <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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