Education Issue Position Paper

Using searching strategies you have learned, research one of the topics listed under Education Issues at the end of each chapter in your textbook.  Use a word processor to write an essay (500 words) taking a position on this issue based on your research.  Include at least 3 references (APA syle).  Save  a digital copy for your files.  Turn in a hard copy on the evening that it is due.

Briefly report to the class the topic of your paper, your position and why.

  • Identify and define the issue
  • Clearly state your position
  • Give reasons and examples to support your position
  • In your conclusion summarize keys points and explain what you think should be done
  • Carefully edit for spelling, grammar and usage errors

 See Position Paper Rubric (353605 ) for more details: http://rubistar.4teachers.org/view_rubric.php3?id=353605
 

Position Paper Proposal:  Put a one paragraph summary (modified précis) in the class discussion area.

June 18 (3): June 23 (3): June 25 (3):
Stephanie Farquhar Michael Reels
School violence
Leah Moores
Annelise Wolford Christine Wilson Nicole Stewart
Virtual Dissection
Matt Dwyer Mary Vales
Digital Divide
Tamara Mullins
  Cheryl Johnson
School Violence
Nicole Merkel

Resources for Position Papers
From Now On
Learning & Leading with Tech
Education World
WebZines
Citing Internet Resources