In this assignment, your topic will be about a value or issue you hold and/or believe in and why. Please see the attachment for examples of values. If there is a value you would like to write about that is not on the attachment, please contact me to get approval (to make sure you are going in the right direction). As we have previously discussed, most writing is composed of more than one mode of writing. Your assignment is to incorporate the following modes into your essay: narrative, description, definition, and example. Your audience consists of your fellow students. You are writing to them in order to convey your point of view on a particular subject. Remember, not everyone will know what you are talking about so be sure to include at least 2 examples and provide a clear definition about the subject.
Your essay should begin with an introduction that tells your reader why you feel your value is important. The entire essay must incorporate all modes of writing listed in the first paragraph. You should orient the reader with your topic with a clear, solid description, which outlines your perspective on your subject. Your conclusion should not repeat what you have said in the introduction, but should tie up loose ends and explain why this value or issue will continue to be important to you. Your essay should also include a descriptive title that tells the reader what the essay is describing. Failure to include a title will cost you 5 points on this assignment.
Grading Criteria:
Clear organization and use of narrative, descriptive, definition and example modes of writing.
Correct grammar, punctuation and spelling and correct MLA formatting.
Strong thesis statement – state your subject and why it is important to you.
Details – do not assume your readers know what you mean! Describe the subject as if no one else has ever heard of it and you are explaining it for the first time.
Don’t forget: NO CONTRACTIONS! (I’ve, don’t, couldn’t, etc). They are not acceptable in research papers so it is best to practice now.