Mexico and The Wall locate at least three credible sources. (You may include more if you like.) Take notes on your sources, following the methods outlined

Mexico and The Wall locate at least three credible sources. (You may include more if you like.) Take notes on your sources, following the methods outlined in the lecture about note-taking. For each source, note the main idea, evaluate the credibility of the author, and consider how the text relates to your topic. Remember to create your references as you search for use in the bibliography and locating the articles again when you begin writing the essay.

Steps to Take

Draft a references page in APA format.
Include at least three sources.
After each reference entry, provide a paragraph about the source, including the following:
Summarize relevant information from the source.
Evaluate the credibility of the author.
Explain how the source relates to the position you plan to argue in your research paper.

Use the guide below to start your informal outline of your researched argumentative essay. This guide will help you to make sure that your essay contains all of the usual pieces that an argumentative research essay would contain.

Informal Outline Guide

Part 1: Give a general introduction to the problem, including the thesis statement. The thesis statement should present a clearly defined position on a debatable topic.

Part 2: Present the history of the problem, including, perhaps, past attempts at a solution.

Part 3: Discuss the extent of the problem. Who is affected by it? How bad is it?

Part 4: Indicate what will happen if the problem is not solved.

Part 5: Connect the argument with facts that prove your points. Note the areas of objections and offer concessions if needed.

Part 6: Provide a conclusion, including a restatement of the thesis and summary of the main ideas.