Essay #4: Researched Argument Essay
This researched argument will be a persuasive essay that synthesizes (puts together) different points of view based on reading multiple sources and multiple types of sources. The paper should assert an opinion that your research supports. Remember that this is a researched argument—not a book report—hence the need for your OWN opinion. This researched argument will be a persuasive essay that synthesizes (puts together) different points of view based on reading multiple sources and multiple types of sources. The paper should assert an opinion that your research supports. Remember that this is a researched argument—not a book report—hence the need for your OWN opinion. This researched argument will be a persuasive essay that synthesizes (puts together) different points of view based on reading multiple sources and multiple types of sources. The paper should assert an opinion that your research supports. Remember that this is a researched argument—not a book report—hence the need for your OWN opinion.
TOPIC: Do the pros of social media usage outweigh the cons in terms of teens’ mental health?
Assignment Requirements:
– The paper should present a thesis that is specific, manageable, provable, and contestable—in other words, the thesis should offer a clear position, stand, or opinion that will be proven with research.
-NOTE: Even though you are not required to use the following types of sources, here are some other sources to consider for your paper: Books, anthologies, or textbooks (including e-versions of these) Documentaries (must be non-fiction films) Interviews Podcasts
– The paper should not over-rely on one main source for most of the information. Rather, it should use multiple sources and synthesize the information found in them
– You need to integrate quotations and paraphrases using signal phrases and analysis or commentary.
– You must sustain your argument, use transitions effectively, and use correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
– Your paper must be logically organized and focused.
-Think of your audience as a well-read individual who may have heard about the controversy you are researching, but has a fuzzy understanding of it overall, and either does not yet hold an opinion or holds the opposite opinion from the one that you are advocating.
IMPORTANT: I attached the source that must be included in my essay below the file! Please help me check on it. You can add some seeds from your own that you think will be suitable for this essay. Thank you!
AND an example that my professor gave us to follow to get the best credit.