Q Using the Problem Statement and the Research Question as foundations, write an opening paragraph that will encourage reader interest as well as express an issue to which a general audience can relate. In the literature review, this will be the foundation for your Introduction. An introduction includes an overview of the topic and ends with an overview of the paper. This is a single paragraph. I would suggest reviewing Appendix A - page 162 and the evaluation rubric. To upload your completed work, click on the Submit Assignment button. Rubric Opening/Introductory Paragraph Opening/Introductory Paragraph Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTopic Sentence 10 to >8.0 pts Accomplished Interesting, original topic sentence, reflecting thought and insight; focused on one interesting main idea. 8 to >5.0 pts Proficient Clearly stated topic sentence presents one main idea. 5 to >3.0 pts Developing Acceptable topic sentence presents one idea. 3 to >0 pts Emerging Missing, invalid, or inappropriate topic sentence; main idea is missing. 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSupporting Details 10 to >8.0 pts Accomplished Interesting, concrete and descriptive examples and details with explanations that relate to the topic. 8 to >5.0 pts Proficient Examples and details relate to the topic and some explanation is included. 5 to >3.0 pts Developing Sufficient number of examples and details that relate to the topic. 3 to >0 pts Emerging Insufficient, vague, or undeveloped examples. 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and Transitions 10 to >8.0 pts Accomplished Thoughtful, logical progression of supporting examples; Mature transitions between ideas. 8 to >5.0 pts Proficient Details are arranged in a logical progression; appropriate transitions. 5 to >3.0 pts Developing Acceptable arrangement of examples; transitions may be weak. 3 to >0 pts Emerging No discernible pattern of organization; Unrelated details; no transitions. 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStyle 10 to >8.0 pts Accomplished Appropriate tone, distinctive voice; pleasing variety in sentence structure; Vivid diction, precise word choices. 8 to >5.0 pts Proficient Appropriate tone; Clear sentences with varied structures; Effective diction. 5 to >3.0 pts Developing Acceptable tone; some variety in sentence structures; Adequate diction and word choices. 3 to >0 pts Emerging Inconsistent or Inappropriate tone; Awkward, unclear, or incomplete sentences; Bland diction, poor word choice. 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and APA Required Writing and Formatting 10 to >8.0 pts Accomplished Consistent standard English usage, spelling, and punctuation. No errors. Source Citations & References: Supporting evidence is properly cited and formatted in the document. 8 to >5.0 pts Proficient Some errors, but none major, in usage, spelling, or punctuation. Source Citations & References: Evidence of a few errors in properly citing and formatting supporting evidence. 5 to >3.0 pts Developing A few errors in usage, spelling, or punctuation. Source Citations & References: Evidence of several errors in properly citing and formatting supporting evidence. 3 to >0 pts Emerging Distracting errors in usage, spelling, or punctuation Source Citations & References: Evidence of numerous errors in properly citing and formatting supporting evidence. 10 pts