Persuasive essay, first draft

Because good writing is always a process, our persuasive essay will be written in two parts: a first draft due this week and a final draft due in week 6. Your paper should be 3-4 pages in length.

As you prepare, here are a few reminders for this week's draft:

1. In week 3 you posted a thesis for peer review. Use the revised thesis, based on your classmates' and teacher's feedback as the basis for your persuasive paper.

1. Use your sources to support your thesis. Research and prepare the passages you will consider using. Remember to review methods of paraphrasing, summarizing, and using direct quotations.

1. Prepare the body paragraphs by deciding where to place supporting information. Remember, each paragraph of the paper should act to build the momentum of the argument.

1. Apply pathos, logos, and ethos whenever possible.

1. Finally, remember that it's okay if your ideas, opinions, or sources change during process of writing this paper. Writing makes us think, and it's fine - even beneficial - to have our thoughts change as we express them on paper.

Persuasive Topics

Here are the approved topics for the persuasive essay. You do not have to select one from your own program of study, but if you select a topic that is not on the list, you must first get approval from your course faculty member.

Business/Technology

·         Cryptocurrencies will/will not have a negative impact on our economy

·         Impact of technology (AI, machine learning) in the workplace will/will not have a major effect on employment

·         Workplace diversity training programs are/are not effective

·         Transferable or soft skills are/are not essential for entrepreneurial success

·         Emotional intelligence is/is not necessary for success in business

Early Childhood Education

·         Childcare professionals should be/not be required to complete training in trauma-informed care

·         Early childhood education programs should emphasize/not emphasize play activity

·         The Montessori Method is/is not beneficial for learning

·         Methods for reducing bullying in schools should/ should not start in early childhood

·         Required standardized tests are/are not the best method for assessing childhood learning