Paper 4 –Proposing a Solution
For your fourth paper you will be proposing a sol
Paper 4 –Proposing a Solution
For your fourth paper you will be proposing a solution for a specific problem. You will want to start by clearly identifying a specific problem, discuss why it is a problem, and then propose a solution or solutions to the problem. The solution or solutions need to be a specific course of action that can be instituted by a local community, educational institution, organization, corporation, store, law enforcement or government. Once again you will need to find at least 3 outside sources to back up your claims. You will need the following paper qualities:
● introduction
● body paragraphs with clear topic sentences, support, analysis & summary
● transitions between points
● conclusion
Length: 3-4 pages double spaced
*list sources used at end of paper
Helpful Tips:
● Make sure your introduction sets up the problem and shows the severity of the problem ( if the reader doesn’t see how serious the problem is, they are less likely to care about a solution)
● Your thesis should identify the problem and clearly state the proposed solution(s)
● Being able to show instead of simply tell your readers the problem and the solution(s) is key in this paper
● Pick a problem that is less obvious so then you are the one generating a new solution instead of identifying already existing solutions
● Make sure you solution(s) is/are practical and can be implemented ( what is the purpose of suggesting a solution that has no chance of ever happening)
● The format of this paper will be slightly different than project 3. After your introduction you will want to explore the causes of the issue, current solutions and why they aren’t working, propose a solution(s), and then address and overcome the criticism of the solution(s) before concluding.
Project 4 Rubric:
Introduction
● Attention-grabbing hook
● Sets context with details that reveals significance and relevance
● Clear and concise thesis that states problem and solution
/10
Body Paragraphs
● Explores the causes, current tactics, & proposes specific solution(s)
● Specific and adequate evidence from credible sources
● Appropriate source introduction and incorporation
● Clear analysis & summary
/15
Criticism
● Addresses and overcomes opposing viewpoints to solution with sufficient detail and support
/5
Organization
● Appropriate length
● Logical arrangement
● Use of clear topic sentences & strong transitions
/5
Word Choice
● Academic/professional tone
● Avoids cliches, slang,absolutes,informal pronouns,and loaded words
● Concise phrasing, varied word choice,sentence clarity
/5
Conclusion
● Provides a concise summary of the key points
● Creates a detailed expanded thought and lasting impression
/5
Free from errors
/2.5
Page length (3-4)
/2.5
/50