Research Paper Objectives, Requirements, and Instructions Learning Objectives: Students will demonstrate their ability to construct arguments about

Research Paper Objectives, Requirements, and Instructions

Learning Objectives:

Students will demonstrate their ability to construct arguments about issues of both personal and universal significance. Their writing should demonstrate that they can construct cogent, concise, and logically coherent arguments.  Students should demonstrate that they can distinguish the relevant points that form a logically coherent argument. They should also be able to construct criticisms which effectively undermine, through the use of appropriate counter-examples, some premise of that argument. 

Assignment Instructions for the Research Paper: 

Before starting the assignment: (Read Carefully)

• First, be sure to read all instructions and information provide here and in the syllabus before starting your paper.
• Second, be sure to view the research paper example (in Brightspace) which shows the required form and style for your paper.
• Third, locate the assignment box in Brightspace where you will submit your 250-500 word reflection paper as a MS Word file once completed.  PDF FILES ARE NOT ACCEPTED, ONLY MS WORD DOCUMENTS.
• Fourth, be sure to include in-text parenthetical citations throughout the body of the paper as modeled in the research paper example.
• Fifth, be sure to check the course syllabus for the assignment due date.  Late assignments are not accepted in this course.  Remember: If you can’t be on time, be early in whatever you do!
• Sixth, be mindful only one attempt allowed, ensure the work you submit fulfills the requirements for this assignment.  Otherwise, an automatic zero will be assigned to the entire assignment with no opportunity to re-do the assignment.

Your paper will be graded according to the following rubric:

Grading Rubric:

(Read Carefully) The following standards indicate high importance for grading.

1. Essay demonstrates an understanding of the material: The student has correctly grasped a philosophical problem or question, has explained it accurately, and on the basis of a substantially correct interpretation of any texts involved. Key terms are used correctly. The essay shows evidence of the student’s independent thought, and is written in his or her distinctive voice. Short (one sentence) quotations are used (comprising no more than 35% of the body of the paper), when appropriate, to support the writer’s analysis, and an explanation is offered for each quotation. The use of block quotations will result in a severe point deduction.  On the other hand, failure to include in-text parenthetical citations throughout the body of paper will result in a zero on the entire paper for plagiarism.  You must also include a works cited page in MLA format.  Also failure to submit your paper in the MLA format displayed in the research paper example provided by Dr. Howard will result in a zero on the entire assignment.     [100 points]
2. Essay has clear and coherent argument: There is a clearly stated thesis, and support for this thesis in the body of the paper. Each paragraph contributes to this argument, and follows logically from the paragraph before it. The argument presented is persuasive. The insights of two other philosophers are incorporated into the analysis.     80 points
3. Essay fulfills assigned task: The essay addresses the entire assigned question or topic, elaborating on important ideas in satisfactory depth, but without bringing in anything extraneous or irrelevant. The introduction of the essay focuses and provides clarity for the paper. Important terms are clearly and accurately defined. Each paragraph conveys a coherent, organized thought. Short (one sentence) quotations are responsibly used, when appropriate, to support the writer’s analysis, and an explanation is offered for each quotation. No block quotations.     35 points
4. Essay obeys standards for good persuasive writing: the writer shows that he or she is comfortable using philosophical language, and the prose is clear, not awkward. The structure of the sentences reflects the relationships between/among the ideas discussed.     35 points
5. Essay is technically correct: The essay is presented in the MLA format for college-level papers.  The essay has been carefully and thoughtfully proofread. The argument is written in complete sentences, with punctuation that does not mislead the reader. There are no mistakes in spelling, grammar, word choice, and punctuation.     50 points

300 points – Total Assignment Value

 Once you’re ready to start the assignment, follow the instructions below by completing the four tasks below: 

Task One: Listen to the entire following message titled  MYRON GOLDEN : FOCUS ON YOURSELF AND STAY SILENT- WATCH HOW LIFE CHANGES | #myrongolden – YouTube

Task Two:  After listening to the entire Myron Golden presentation, answer the following questions in your paper.

• What are the two reasons why most people will never reach their full potential according Golden?
• What are two skills a person must master in order to achieve success (i.e., The Currency of Success)?
• What are the three (3) requirements of focus according to Golden?
• What is one of the greatest enemies of focus according to Golden?
• What is the second major enemy of focus according to Golden?
• What is the foundation of success according to Golden?
• According to Golden, there is power in you doing what?
• According to Golden, if you want to achieve anything great you must  learn how to do what?
• What is one of the biggest distractions people face?
• According to Golden, how are powerful moves made?
• What are two of the three benefits of working in silence?
• According to Golden, what is one action that creates a false sense of accomplishment?
• According to Golden, what is the biggest threat to consistency?
• Success is built on what according to Golden?

Task Three:  Cite ideas/quotes from three (3) philosophers we’ve studied in this course from the textbook chapters only [do not use any content from textbook footnotes].  Include in your paper in-text parenthetical citations from the course textbook only highlighting ideas/quotes from three (3) philosophers compatible with the ideas expressed by Myron Golden.

Task Four: List two (2) practical and specific ways to you will apply Golden’s ideas  coupled with the philosophers cited into positive life changes to become more successful in life.

Additional requirements for this major assignment

• Your paper must be presented in the required MLA format displayed in Dr. Howard’s research paper example in eCampus/Brightspace. Failure to do so will result in an automatic zero.
• Failure to include in-text parenthetical citations will result in an automatic zero.
• Do not use any sources not used in this course.  In other words, the required course textbook is the only source permitted for this assignment.
• In the works cited page cite textbook chapters according to the following example:
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  • Arandia, M (3rd edition) Chapter 1-Plato’s Allegory of the Cave  Philosophy & the Good Life.  Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt, 2016.
• Your works cited page should include three citations reflecting the three chapters you cited from the course textbook.
• Only one attempt will be permitted on this major assignment.  Re-writes will not be granted.
• Non-compliant work will not be accepted.
• Rewrites will not be granted.
• Late work will not be accepted.
• Be sure to view the research paper example for the required format for this paper.
• I am confident you will succeed in completing this major assignment as you fulfill the requirements for this assignment.

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