...SUBDOMAIN 105.2 - BASIC INFORMATION RETRIEVAL SKILLS SUBDOMAIN 105.3 - WRITING SKILLS Competency 105.2.3: Documenting Sources - The graduate documents sources consistently and accurately. Competency 105.3.2: Writing as a Process - The graduate applies a process approach to creating effective writings for different audiences and purposes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Introduction: Writing a research paper gives you an opportunity to explore a topic of special interest, to research that topic, and to formally organize your research findings in writing for an academic audience. Through your preparation work, you have established an argumentative thesis statement and have planned a clear organization of your main points. Your research is complete, and the details have been worked into your writing plan. You have pulled it all together in a draft and have revised the paper’s organization, ideas, and words. In this task you will write the final draft of your paper. Aim for a polished, error-free submission. The writing tone for your research paper should be formal and appropriate for academic writing. The information in the essay should be based on credible source material. The paper must follow APA documentation guidelines, and any sources that you cite in the paper must be included in the reference list. Likewise, any source in the reference list must also be cited in your paper. This is to ensure...
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...Help on this Page Directions SUBDOMAIN 105.3 - WRITING SKILLS Competency 105.3.1: Adaptation - The graduate adapts a particular writing to meet the needs of a specific audience, purpose, and situation. ________________________________________ Introduction: In this assessment you will write an essay that is both informational and persuasive on a given topic. You are not expected to have any prior research on the topics. You should be able to compose a cohesive essay using information you already know as well as ideas and preferences you already have. For the persuasive part of the essay, your evidence or support may be in the form of examples, details, or elaboration on the idea that you present. Topics: Note: Choose only one of the following topics for your essay. You are planning to adopt a pet. What type of pet (dog, cat, lizard, bird, etc.) will you choose and why? Persuade a friend or relative to adopt a pet as well. You considered many factors when deciding to enroll at WGU. Describe your reasons for choosing to become a WGU student, and persuade a friend to enroll at WGU. You have decided to splurge on a dream vacation with your family. Explain why this vacation is worth the expense, and persuade your family to vacation at your preferred location. Explain one of your hobbies, and persuade a friend to take up this hobby. A close friend of yours is beginning the process of adopting a child and has asked you to provide a letter of recommendation...
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