Category: English

Please review the files that I have attached.

This assignment has four main goals:

1. Increase your familiarity with Tulane Libraries and Resources
2. Increase your understanding of how to compile sources into a literature review
3. Increase your ability to perform research independently
4. Increase your confidence and comfort with discussing your writing and research in public settings

To achieve these goals, you will complete an annotated bibliography and give a TL;DR presentation.

PLEASE NOTE…the goal of this assignment is to engage in the research process … YOU ARE NOT AND WILL NOT WRITE A “RESEARCH PAPER” THIS IS THE ASSIGNMENT!!!!!!!

An Annotated Bibliography aids in the research process by providing a deeper understanding of how and

why sources can or cannot contribute to research projects.

Your annotated bibliography must include:

10 properly cited sources in MLA INCLUDING

A MINIMUM OF 5 BOOKS

and AT LEAST 3 SCHOLARLY ARTICLES

You will write a brief (1-2 paragraph) summary EACH source and why it is useful (or not) to your research.

Please note: I will check the validity of each source to ensure it is not AI generated.

Because this assignment focuses on the independent nature of the research process, your in-class time will be devoted to time in the library and reading your sources. This means that instead of having traditional class, you will be conducting research on your own.

As such the weeks of February 16 and Feb 23 have been dedicated solely for you to fullty engage in your research.

To receive full credit for this assignment, you must attend an individual conference with me. This individual conference will be via ZOOM, and will serve as a check-in to answer any questions you have about your research. The individual conference will take place during the week of March 2,

By the time of your conference, you must have completed 5 of the 10 sources (a rough draft). As I will be meeting with all of my students across all three class, we will not meet formally as a class during this week. When you are not meeting with me, please use this time complete any reserach and poilish your bib.

Also note — Midterm grades are due March 6–your grade will be derived from the completion and depth of your 2 writing assignments, the strength of your individual conference, and the strength of your rough draft. IF YOU MISS YOUR INDIVIDUAL CONFERENCE — YOUR MIDTERM GRADE WILL BE GREATLY IMPACTED.

The final draft (all 10 sources) will be due IN CLASS on MONDAY MARCH 9. On this class day, you will present your TL;DR which will be about your annotated bib and research activities over the past few weeks.

Here is a sample annotated bibliography (from a summer school student who is no longer a Tulane student) to give you an idea of what a good annotated bibliography looks like —

Instructions:

1. Use Descriptive Language – Bring your writing to life by engaging the readers senses: sight, sound, touch, taste, smell, and emotional tone. This is your chance to reflect and describe yourself in a meaningful way.
2. Use First Person (I, me, my) – This is the only essay in the course where writing in the first person is encouraged.
3. Follow MLA Format Requirements

• Typed, double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12-point font
• One-inch margins
• Four-line heading (Name, Instructor, Course, Date)
• Last name and page number in the top right header
• Paragraphs are indented one tab
• Include a descriptive title (not just Essay 1)

1. Structure Your Essay Like This (yours won’t be exactly like this but this is a good example) :

• I. Introduction Paragraph
• A. Hook: Start with a compelling quote, question, or anecdote about reading, writing, or
• language. This is to get your reader engaged with the story you are about to tell.
• B. Context: Briefly define what literacy means to you.
• C. Thesis statement: Present the main theme or message of your narrative.
• II. Body Paragraph: Early Experiences with Literacy
• A. First encounters with reading, writing, language, etc.
• 1. Share feelings or memories associated with it.
• 2. Influence of teachers or family members.
• III. Body Paragraph: Challenges Faced
• A. Struggles you encountered with reading, writing, language, etc.
• 1. Discuss any difficulties (e.g., learning disabilities, lack of resources).
• 2. How these challenges impacted your confidence or interest.
• B. Moments of frustration or doubt.
• 1. Specific instances that stand out.
• 2. Support received from others during tough times.
• IV. Body Paragraph: Turning Points
• A. Describe a moment of realization or breakthrough that changed your perspective on
• literacy.
• 1. People or experiences that inspired growth.
• 2. New interests in relation to literacy
• V. Body Paragraph: Current Relationship with Literacy
• A. How literacy plays a role in your life today
• 1. Have your experiences shaped your personal taste, learning styles, or engagement
• with literacy skills?
• 2. Importance of literacy in personal or professional contexts (e.g., as a college
• student).
• B. Ongoing goals and aspirations
• 1. Future literacy ambitions.
• 2. How you plan to continue growing as a literate individual.
• VI. Conclusion
• A. Reflection on the journey
• a. Summarize the growth and changes experienced.
• b. Emphasize the importance of literacy in shaping identity.
• B. Closing thoughts
• a. Inspire the reader with a final thought or call to action related to literacy and/or
• why literacy is an important skill of life and personal growth.

1. Editing Expectations – Each paragraph must be at least 8 sentences long. Vary your sentence structure (simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex). Use transitions between paragraphs and ideas. Be sure your final draft shows clear evidence of editing and proofreading.

Grading: See Rubric Below

Rubric

Essay 1

Essay 1

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Grammar, Sentence Structure, Punctuation

Correct grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure will be followed.

75 to >56.25 pts

Exceeds

Excellent display of grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. Few if any issues.

56.25 to >37.5 pts

Mastery

Shows a good command of grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. May have several consistent errors throughout.

37.5 to >18.75 pts

Near

Shows an attempt but with obvious issues.

I really like how this essay is written, but it got detected by the AI detector. Please try to make it not detectable by any AI detectors and at the same time I dont want you to change it a lot it cant be more than 300 words My career interest is centered on business management and entrepreneurship, with a long-term goal of owning and expanding my own baking business. I have always enjoyed baking, but over time it became more than just a hobby. By starting a small home-based baking business, I learned how creativity and business skills work together. I discovered that success in business requires not only talent, but also organization, leadership, and strong communication. I plan to major in Business Management in college to gain a deeper understanding of how businesses operate. Through this major, I hope to learn essential skills such as accounting, marketing, finance, and human resource management. These skills will prepare me to manage employees, control costs, and promote my products effectively. I am especially interested in learning how businesses grow from small operations into successful companies. My future goal is to open a physical baking store that offers high-quality desserts and excellent customer service. I want my store to be a place where customers feel welcomed and excited to return. After establishing a successful location, I plan to expand my business into a franchise. Creating a franchise would allow me to share my brand with different communities while also providing job opportunities for others. In addition to my business goals, I hope to continue developing my leadership abilities through education and real-world experience. I believe that my involvement in school activities and managing responsibilities has prepared me to take on challenges and work toward long-term success. By combining my passion for baking with a strong foundation in business management, I am confident that I can build a business that is both profitable and meaningful. My ultimate plan is to become a successful entrepreneur who inspires others to pursue their goals and turn their interests into thriving careers.

Purpose

Writing a summary of another argument is a first step toward joining an academic conversation and finding our voice within it. Writing a summary encourages us to understand another point of view fully and describe it precisely so others can understand. The next step is to assess the argument; that is, to decide whether it is valid. Is it a strong argument that we can wholeheartedly support? Is it partly right and partly wrong? Is it deeply flawed? In an assessment, we get to clarify our own take on whether the argument holds up under scrutiny.

Writing Task

Write a thorough summary and assessment of the article below:

Vivek H. Murthy. “Surgeon General: Why Im Calling for a Warning Label on Social Media Platforms” *I attached the article*

Requirements:

The essay should be at least 4 pages long (12 point font, double-spacing)

The summary section or sections should describe the key ideas of the argument, including the main claim, key reasons, counterarguments, rebuttals, and limits.

The assessment section or sections should discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the argument. What was compelling, persuasive, troubling, unclear, or problematic?

Choose phrases like Murthy argues/explains/shows … throughout to show the writers purpose at each point.

Write most of the essay in your own words, but consider using the occasional direct quote where the original word choice is critical.

The introductory paragraph should include the title of the argument, the authors full name, the arguments main claim, and your overall assessment of the argument’s validity.

Make sure each paragraph presents and then supports a single main point with specifics.

Edit the paper for errors in grammar, mechanics, punctuation, word use, spelling, and proofreading (see Chapter 11: Shaping Your Sentences). *I attached the book*

Cite paraphrased or quoted material from the book or article you are writing about, or from any other works, according to MLA guidelines. This assignment does not require a Works Cited page.

Suggestions for the Writing Process

1 Read or reread Chapter 2: Reading to Figure out the Argument, Chapter 3: Writing a Summary of Another Writers Argument, and Chapter 4: Assessing the Strength of an Argument. These are meant to guide you through the steps of this assignment. They include examples of summary and assessment writing and suggested sample phrases.

2 Read the sample summary and assessment paper to get an idea of what you are aiming at.

3 Reread Murthy’s article and make notes as you go on its claims, reasons, counterarguments, rebuttals, and limits.

4 Make an argument map. Note: Making an argument map can be helpful, but it can be tricky, especially if you are summarizing a complex longer argument. If you are getting stuck working on the map, the brainstorming questions *I attached them* will also help you think about the structure of the argument.

5 Review the grading rubric for this assignment. *I attached it*

6 Write a draft.

7 Revise the content.

8 Proofread for grammar and punctuation.

please complete both discussions. These are two different assignments, but two discussion needs to be completed. Please upload two separate documents for the discussions. please look at the required readings, rubric the instructions . please do not use any ai websites and do not use grammarly! my school detects all ai even grammarly. please apa format

In class thus far we have studied the history of the abolitionist period and read appeals and fiery abolitionist and pro-slavery newspapers. These writers use a variety of arguments and appeals to convince their readers that they’re telling the truth about slavery, its insidious roots, and the wide-ranging impact this institution has on everyone and everything it touches. For your first response paper youll be presenting your own take on abolitionist arguments and appeals.

Write a 3-4 page double-spaced essay appropriate for an academic audience in which you:

• Choose one major argument or appeal from what we’ve read thus far (choose one specific, brief passage that you can discuss in detail). Explain why you think it’s an effective persuasion — why do you think the moment you chose is a particularly good way for writers to convince readers about the truth of slavery?
• Show the reader how the argument or appeal you’re focusing on appears in one or two other texts we’ve read thus far. Where do you see writers using a similar strategy to the one you chose?
• Explain the implications of the argument or appeal you chose for our understanding of the texts and/or abolition movement. What does your analysis show us about the abolitionists’ goals, strategies, and/or tactics?

Use religion for your appeal. Use readings attached.

Anaylze the ballad Boulavouge in the context of the 1798 rebellion , how does the song address the rebellion? Do I think It actually portrays the rebellion ? Is it factual or does it make it seem more dramatic ? Use 4 resources, and lyrics from the song

use information from Songs of Irish Rebellion by George Denis Zimmerman, you can also use Ireland a short history by J. Coohill along with anything else you find.