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This assignment has two parts; a proposal and final paper. This assignment can be done
individually or with a partner as a team of two.
The purpose of this assignment is to build understanding of various issues facing business and
society today. This assignment will require heavy research. Through this research the student
will:
Learn the background history of the chosen topic,
Discover why this topic is controversial,
Explain both sides of the controversy, and
Develop an opinion
1. Students name
2. Create a question regarding the selected topic that will be answered throughout the duration
of the project. The question is designed to give a clear focus to the content of the project. Be
careful not to develop a question that is too vague or too specific. A vague question can cause
confusion, while a specific question can create limitations.
Example: If the chosen topic is Women should get one year paid maternity leave;the question
could be: Should women be given one year paid maternity leave?
3. An overview of why this topic is considered controversial. This proposal should include at
least two paragraphs explaining each side of the argument.
4. An APA reference list of three sources already used in conducting the preliminary research.
1. Full APA cover page, an abstract, in-text citations, and a final reference list. You must
include section headings:
Research Question
Overview of Controversy
Arguments For
Arguments Against
Current Status
My Opinion
2. The question developed in the proposal.
4. A full explanation of two or more differing positions on both sides of the controversy.
Various outside sources are required. The two arguments may include popular opinion, but
also must be based in stated FACT.
5. *What are the two sides of the argument? *Why do people think what they think? *What
facts can be given to support each argument?
Example: Continuing with example in the proposal assignment instructions. If my topic were
Women should get one year paid maternity leave; I would discuss pros and cons of both sides.
Example: Here you can research current news about your topic. Is there any new legislation?
Are there business trends emerging?
7. A final summary of your personal position on the issue. Think for yourself. What side of the
argument do you personally agree with? Why do you agree with one side (stating facts and
opinion) and why do you disagree with the other side (stating facts and opinion)?
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