Problem+Solution+Final+Papers

Defining a Problem In this paper, you will give information about something you consider a problem in our world. Your opinion will be present, but you must back your facts up with __ legitimate __ sources. Your paper must have a minimum of ** four (4) ** sources. At least ** two (2) ** of your sources must be NON-INTERNET. This is basically an informational paper, and although your opinion will be present, it MUST NOT BE in FIRST PERSON – that means: NO “I” AND NO “YOU
 * Problem/Solution Paper Schedule **
 * __ Task #1: Proposing a Solution 1 __**

Here are some options for you to choose from: (you can choose others if you wish)
 * Reality TV
 * Federal Education Laws
 * Standardized Testing
 * National Food Laws for schools
 * Wasteful Government Spending
 * Lobbying Rights
 * Divorce and its effects on children
 * Genetically Modified Foods (Genetically Modified Organisms – GMO’s)
 * Power Sources
 * Climate Change

__ Due Dates for Paper #1: __ March 19: Pre-Writing/Outline (must be done for two topics) March 21: Rough Draft Paper #1 March 26: Final Draft Paper #1 - NOTE DUE DATE CHANGE

Seeing the other side Using the topic from Paper #1 as a base, you will give information about what the other side says about your topic. Your opinion will NOT be present. You must back your facts up with __ legitimate __ sources. Your paper must have a minimum of ** four (4) ** sources. At least ** two (2) ** of your sources must be NON-INTERNET. This is basically an informational paper, and although your opinion will be present, it MUST NOT BE in FIRST PERSON – that means: NO “I” AND NO “YOU” __ Due Dates for Paper #2: __ March 26: Pre-Writing/Outline March 28: Rough Draft Paper #2 April 5: Final Draft Paper #2
 * __ Task #2: Proposing a Solution 2 __**

Final Paper and Presentation Using Paper #1 and Paper #2 as a base, you will give information for your solution to the problem you explained in Paper #1. This paper is persuasive and will include your opinion. You must back your facts up with __ legitimate __ sources. This project will include four parts:
 * __ Task #3: Final Paper Assignment __**
 * 1) Final Paper
 * 2) Power Point
 * 3) Handout
 * 4) Oral Presentation

Your final paper should have a viable solution, and your paper should end with a call to action to get this solution underway.
 * 1. The final paper must include the following parameters: **
 * 15-18 pages
 * 10 sources (6 non internet)
 * No more than four direct quotes
 * No quotes over five lines in length
 * Full APA format (click here for citation machine)
 * Include sections in subtopic form
 * Include at least three embedded figures for reference

You will create a PowerPoint presentation with the following parameters:
 * 2. The Power Point must include the following parameters: **
 * No less than 8 slides – one slide must contain video of no MORE than 6 minutes
 * One additional visual aid


 * 3. The handout must include the following parameters: **
 * One single page – front only
 * Full color
 * Copies for all eight (8) people in class
 * Following the parameters of a properly written handout
 * Include at least one chart/graph
 * Include at least one picture (NOT CLIP ART)


 * 4. The presentation must include the following parameters: **
 * No less than 30 minutes in length
 * A group activity to engage your audience
 * Business professional attire

__ Due Dates for Final Paper: __ April 10: Pre-Writing/Outline April 16: Rough Draft Paper #2 April 23: Final Draft Paper #2

Presentation Schedule: Reality TV || Forrest Social Media || Ben Energy Crisis || Remington GMO’s || Standardized Testing || Ethan Deflation || Quinn Climate Change || Sydney Divorce & Kids ||
 * April 23 || April 25 || April 26 || April 29 ||
 * Lauren
 * April 30 || May 1 || May 2 || May 3 ||
 * Brandon