Q In this assignment you will submit the first paragraph of your written research paper portion of the research project. In the first paragraph you must include the following elements: identify your topic, tell the audience why the topic is important, and state a research question. Then explain your methods and working thesis statement. Your paper should explain what you are going to argue and how you are going to support your argument. Make sure to outline the structure of your essay in paragraph form. Make sure to use this template for this assignment: Template.docx Download Template.docx ________________________________________ Example: Example first paragraph.docx Download Example first paragraph.docx ________________________________________ Always view the rubric prior to submission by clicking the three dots in the upper right Rubric First Paragraph Rubric (1) Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormatting 4 pts Exceeding Standards In MLA format with no errors 3 pts Meeting Standards In MLA format with little to no errors 2 pts Approaching Standards In MLA with several errors. 1 pts Not Yet Met Standards Not in MLA format. 0 pts Insufficient Evidence No submission. 4 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElements 4 pts Exceeding Standards All elements included and flow well. 3 pts Meeting Standards All elements are included. 2 pts Approaching Standards Missing one element. 1 pts Not Yet Met Standards Two or more elements missing or improper. Missing elements: i.e. why topic is important, RQ, thesis, methods. 0 pts Insufficient Evidence No submission. 4 pts Total Points: 8
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