COMM104 West Virginia Legalization of Marijuana Persuasive Appeal Hi,I need 2-3 pages paper ( you can choose any topic from the list from the instructions

COMM104 West Virginia Legalization of Marijuana Persuasive Appeal Hi,I need 2-3 pages paper ( you can choose any topic from the list from the instructions in the attachment file ) and two activities that are related to the same topic also the activities instructions will be attached.Note: the Activity 10 is due with in 2 days. and the rest within 3 days.Pleas see all of the other attached files for more details, and let me know if you need examples for (Sample References Page, In-text Citation Examples, APA Information). COMM 104: Written Persuasive Appeal (Final Paper)
For your final course paper, you will write a 2-3 page paper on one of the controversial topics
listed below (see “Paper Topics”). The purpose of this paper is for you to choose a stance on a
controversial issue and integrate your knowledge about rhetoric and persuasion to defend that
stance. To do this effectively, you must conduct research on your topic and apply course
concepts by creating a compelling and logical argument based on evidence.
This assignment is worth 100 points. For grading criteria, see the Written Persuasive Appeal
Rubric located in the Final Paper folder on eCampus.
What to include in your paper: Structure your paper in an organized manner so that there is an
introduction, body, and conclusion.
? In the introduction paragraph of your paper, make sure to clearly state your
argument/claim. Your claim should be specific (e.g., if you are arguing for the
legalization of euthanasia, are you arguing that it should be legalized under all
circumstances or just certain circumstances?).
? In the body paragraphs of your paper, provide reasons (about 3) to support your
argument/claim. Make sure to incorporate compelling evidence and various types of
appeals that we have discussed throughout the course to persuade your audience. You
should also address and refute potential opposing viewpoints.
? In the conclusion paragraph, summarize your claim/argument and the reasons you used in
support. In addition, go beyond these points by providing implications about your
argument. What should your audience do now?
Format: Your 2-3 page paper should be typed and double-spaced, use 12-point Times New
Roman font, have 1” margins, and follow APA 6th edition format for all in-text and reference
citations. Visit http://libguides.wvu.edu/apa for clarification on APA style. The final paper must
also include a separate cover page (that includes your name, date, section #, and ID#; see
example cover page located in the Final Paper folder) and a copy of the rubric. Your document
must be stapled.
References: You must use at least 6 sources (that are credible, up-to-date, and relevant) to
support your argument/claim. All sources must be cited both in-text and in the References
section of your paper using APA 6th edition format.
Due date: Unauthorized late and/or emailed papers will not be accepted. You must hand in a
printed copy of your paper by the beginning of class.
Paper Topics: You must create and support an argument/claim based on ONE of the following
topics.
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Should marijuana be legalized?
Should prostitution be legalized?
Should euthanasia be legalized?
Should higher education be free for all
students?
Should college athletes be paid?
Should governments be permitted to
use the death penalty?
Argue for or against a specific source
of energy (e.g., coal, solar, nuclear,
etc.).
What should role should the United
States play in the war on terror?
Should presidential elections continue
to be decided by the Electoral College?
Should companies be allowed to test
their products on animals?
Should experimental cloning be
permitted?
Should scientists be allowed to
genetically design/modify children
prior to birth?
Should US law enforcement be
permitted to engage in torture, or
“enhanced interrogation?”
Should individuals be allowed to
utilize alternative/homeopathic
medicines?
Should professional athletes be
allowed to utilize performance
enhancing drugs?
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Should GMOs (Genetically Modified
Organisms) be used in food
production?
Argue for or against the morality of
placing animals into zoos.
Should 21 years of age remain the
legal drinking age?
Should gambling be legal?
Should recycling be mandated by law?
Should children be allowed to play
contact sports?
Should firearms be more rigorously
regulated?
Should the minimum wage be altered?
Should American citizens have access
to universal healthcare?
Is it ethical to lie to children regarding
the existence of Santa Claus?
Should tobacco be legal?
Is climate change occurring, and is it
influenced by humans?
Argue for or against the censorship of
controversial material in media.
Should parents vaccinate their
children?
Should the US government continue to
fund NASA and pursue space
exploration?
Other (must obtain approval from
instructor)
Activity 10: Using Evidence to Support an Argument
Instructions: In class, we discussed the different types of evidence (examples, statistics,
testimonials) that can be used to support an argument. For this activity, you to start to develop
your argument for the final paper (i.e., the written persuasive appeal) by locating different types
of evidence that support your argument. Refer to class notes from Unit 8 (Logos) to help you
complete this activity.
Before beginning the activity, visit the Final Paper folder on eCampus and pick the topic that you
will argue for in your final paper. The potential topics are listed on the Written Persuasive
Appeal Instructions document. Once you choose a topic, complete the following steps:
(1) Based on your topic, write a one-sentence thesis statement about the position you will
argue in your final paper. Make sure it corresponds with one of the three provided topics.
(2) For EACH of the three types of evidence we discussed in class (examples, statistics, and
testimonials), find one source that fits that type of evidence (e.g., for statistics, X% of
people are influenced by this or Y program costs x amount of dollars; for examples,
describe a story or theoretical piece that illustrates a viewpoint; for testimonial, find an
interview or the actual words/opinion of a stakeholder). Academic articles, books, and
primary documents are all great sources. Newspapers and editorials can also be used, but
be selective. Each source must be relevant to your position on your final paper topic.
(3) Provide detail about each of the three sources you find. You can (and are encouraged) to
use quotes from your articles/books (provided you cite the page number), but you are
required to interpret this quote in your own words. Additionally, indicate how this type of
evidence will be useful in supporting your argument.
(4) Provide a citation for each of the three sources using APA 6th edition format. Visit
http://libguides.wvu.edu/apa for clarification on APA style.
Organization tip: Consider organizing this assignment by each of the three sources.
Specifically, provide the citation for the source and then under the citation answer the questions
about that source before moving on to the next source.
This activity must be submitted to eCampus as either a text submission or an attached file no
later than 11:59pm.
Activity 11: Annotated Bibliography
Instructions: This assignment requires you to work more on finding, evaluating, and planning
how to use sources for your final paper.
(1) To complete this assignment, you will need to find at least 6 different sources that you
plan to use in your final paper. Academic articles, books, and primary documents are all
great sources. Newspapers and editorials can also be used, but be selective. Remember,
you should already have three sources from completing Activity 10 – use these again for
this activity if you are sticking with the same topic.
If you did NOT complete Activity 10, make sure to pick a topic from the list provided on
the Written Persuasive Appeal Instructions document in the Final Paper folder on
eCampus.
(2) Provide a reference for each of your 6 sources in proper APA format. Visit the APA
guide at http://libguides.wvu.edu/apa for clarification on APA style.
(3) After each reference, you should provide a paragraph about the source that includes the
following information:
? A brief 1-2 sentence summary of the source’s purpose
? How you will use the source in your final paper to support your argument
? Whether the information from that source supports or contradicts other
information you have found on the topic
? Why the source is important to include in your final paper
This activity must be submitted to eCampus as either a text submission or an attached file no
later than 11:59pm.
(x5)
Arrangement
Incomplete (1)
This paper does not
follow the introduction,
body, and conclusion
format. The writing does
not adhere to the basic
mechanics of spelling
and/or grammar.
Needs Improvement (2)
This paper is structured so
that there is an introduction,
body, and conclusion, but
the thesis is missing or
unclear. Spelling and/or
grammatical errors are
common.
Acceptable (3)
This paper is structured so
that there is an introduction,
body, and conclusion. The
thesis and conclusion is
vague but present. There
are several spelling and/or
grammatical errors.
Good (4)
This paper is structured so
that there is an
introduction, body, and
conclusion. The
introduction has a thesis
and the paper has a
conclusion. There are
minimal spelling and/or
grammatical errors.
This paper fails to clearly
articulate a position on a
controversial issue.
This paper articulates a
position on a controversial
topic, but fails to use
compelling evidence.
This paper articulates a
position on a controversial
topic. It identifies evidence
but does not fully integrate
evidence into its arguments.
This paper fails to
incorporate in-text
citations.
This paper uses sources that
lack credibility, are
outdated, and are not
clearly connected to the
topic.
This paper is missing a title
page, is not written in
Times New Roman font,
and/or does not have 1”
margins.
This paper uses credible
and up-to-date, sources that
are clearly connected to the
topic with minor
inaccuracies.
This paper includes a title
page, but it contains three
or more inaccuracies.
This paper articulates a
position on a controversial
topic. It is well reasoned
and supported with
compelling evidence that
is fully integrated into its
arguments, as well as
recognizes opposing
viewpoints.
This paper uses credible
and up-to-date sources that
are clearly connected to
the topic accurately.
This paper uses less than
six sources, or has more
than five APA mistakes on
the references page.
This paper uses at least six
references but there are
three to five APA mistakes
on the references page.
(x5)
Argumentation
(x5)
Use of
Evidence
(x3)
Format
(x2)
References
(APA)
This paper does not meet
the minimum page
requirement, is not
double-spaced, and/or
fails to utilize 12-point
font size.
This paper does not
include references, or
does not follow APA
format.
This paper is not stapled
and/or does not include a
rubric.
This paper uses at least six
references, and there are
less than three APA
mistakes on the references
page.
Excellent (5)
This paper is structured
so that there is an
introduction, body, and
conclusion. The
introduction has a clear
and explicit thesis, the
conclusion is concise, and
the paper flows nicely.
There are no spelling or
grammatical errors.
This paper articulates a
position on a
controversial topic. It is
well reasoned, fully
integrates compelling
evidence, and recognizes
and addresses opposing
viewpoints.
This paper uses credible,
up-to-date, and primary
sources that are clearly
connected to the topic
accurately.
This paper is a full 2 to 3
pages; is written in 12point, Times New Roman
font; has 1” margins; is
double spaced; has a title
page attached to the front
and a rubric attached to
the back; and is stapled.
This paper uses at least
six references, and there
are no blatant mistakes on
the references page.

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