Grambling COB Globetrotters!
International trade shapes global business, economic policies, and international relations. For this research assignment, you will explore trade relationships between the United States and one of the following world regions:
- USA and Europe
- USA and Asia
- USA and Africa
Your paper will examine major international trade agreements, economic partnerships, and the business implications of these relationships.
Research Requirements
Your 23 page MLA-style paper must include:
- An introduction describing the importance of international trade.
- Background on the selected regions economic relationship with the U.S.
- Analysis of at least one major trade agreement, such as the Eurozone, USMCA, African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), or U.S.Asia-Pacific agreements.
- Insights on how these trade agreements impact businesses, including advantages, challenges, and future opportunities.
- Conclusion summarizing your findings.
- MLA Works Cited section with properly formatted sources.
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Required Video Resources
Include information or insights from at least one of the following videos:
- What Is the Eurozone?
- How International Trade Works
- Trade Agreements Explained Your final submission must:
- Be written in 12-point Times New Roman, double-spaced.
- Include 1-inch margins.
- Feature proper MLA in-text citations.
- Include a Works Cited page (not counted toward the page total).
- Be submitted as a PDF or Word document.
Scoring Rubric (47 Points Total)
|
Criteria |
Points |
|
Explanation of international trade concepts |
10 |
|
Depth of research on chosen region |
10 |
|
Analysis of trade agreement |
10 |
|
Use of required videos/articles |
5 |
|
Organization, clarity, MLA formatting |
7 |
|
Grammar, spelling, and writing quality |
5 |
|
Total |
47 |
Consider using an AI Tool to help you create an outline in order to stay organized and be sure to cite your AI source. Several more tips I believe will be helpful:
- Use clear headings for each section.
- Integrate quotes, statistics, and examples from reliable sources.
- Proofread your writing before submitting.
- Cite ALL sources folks!
- No Google Docs please. Not compatible with Canvas.

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