(4-5 Pages): The Persuasive Research Paper
The Persuasive Research PaperIn the Persuasive Research Paper, you will simply want to take a position on an issue of dispute of your choice, using research to support your position and to try to convince others to adopt your position.This paper should be at least 4-5 pages long (a minimum of 1000-1500 words, not including the final Works Cited), it must include at least four sources, and it should accomplish the following:* State your audience.* Clearly articulate your position on an issue of dispute.* Clearly articulate the reasons you hold this position, using evidence to support the validity of your stance.* Present information confidently and efficiently.* Use established information for support, as well as personal evidence (if applicable) such as short anecdotes and examples from your own experience, or the experience of others.* Maintain a persuasive tone that will be accessible (not alienating or insulting) to your particular audience.***IMPORTANT NOTE: Papers on the following topics (or any related components) will not be accepted:* abortion* capital punishment* euthanasia* obesity* global warming/climate change* Federal firearms legislation
