LU Politicians Influence Persuasive Argumentative Essay

The primary written assignment in this course will be a Persuasive/Argumentative Paper on a topic that demonstrates how Politics/Politicians influence/manipulate or coerce our understanding of Science. Original topics that are controversial in nature and allow the student to persuade the reader to consider their point of view. The paper must demonstrate the ability to apply scientific method principles and processes including an understanding of the science, impact of the science through application and demonstration in our daily life and consequences of political interpretation of the science. It is critical that the student develop these skills and knowledge to understand and interpret scientific information and the impact of science on their lives, the environment and society, so that the student is prepared for the 21st century.

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After doing some reseach on this i found that it would be easier to write how politics/ politicians influence/ manipulate our understanding of science rather than against this, but ultimately it is up to you.

PLEASE FILL OUT AND USE THE “General Format for Research Paper Outline” attached below to write the essay and submit back.

General Format for Research Paper Outline
The following outline shows a basic format for most academic papers. No matter what
length the paper needs to be, it should still follow the format of having an introduction,
body, and conclusion. Read over what typically goes in each section of the paper. Use
the back of this handout to outline information for your specific paper.
I. Introduction
The introduction should have some of the following elements, depending on the type of
paper:
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Start with an attention grabber: a short story, example, statistic, or historical
context that introduces the paper topic
Give an overview of any issues involved with the subject
Define of any key terminology need to understand the topic
Quote or paraphrase sources revealing the controversial nature
of the subject (argumentative papers only)
Highlight background information on the topic needed to understand the direction
of the paper
Write an antithesis paragraph, presenting the primary opposing views
(argumentative paper only)
The introduction must end with a THESIS statement (a 1 to 2 sentences in length):
• Tell what the overall paper will focus on
• Briefly outline the main points in the paper
II. Body
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Clearly present the main points of the paper as listed in the thesis
Give strong examples, details, and explanations to support each main points
If an argumentative paper, address any counterarguments and refute those
arguments
If a research paper, use strong evidence from sources—paraphrases,
summaries, and
quotations that support the main points
III. Conclusion
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Restate your thesis from the introduction in different words
Briefly summarize each main point found in the body of the paper (avoid going
over 2 sentences for each point)
Give a statement of the consequences of not embracing the position
(argumentative paper only)
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End with a strong clincher statement: an appropriate, meaningful final sentence
that ties the whole point of the paper together (may refer back to the attention
grabber)
Additional Tips
Decide on the thesis and main points first
You do not need to start writing your paper with the introduction
Try writing the thesis and body first; then go back and figure out how to best introduce
the body and conclude the paper
Use transitions between main points and between examples within the main points
Always keep your thesis in the forefront of your mind while writing; everything in your
paper must point back to the thesis
Use this handout to make an outline of your paper
Paper Topic:__________________________________ Audience:__________
I. Introduction
Possible ideas for the introduction (see front side of handout for suggestions):
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Thesis Statement
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II. Body
(A paper may have a few or many main points; decide how many your paper will need)
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III. Conclusion
Reworded Thesis (Usually found near the beginning of the conclusion):
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