Position Paper

Polotics & Media

• Do mega-sporting events like the Olympics provide more benefits or drawbacks to host cities?

Paper Structure and Content

• Thesis Statement: Begin with a concise, specific thesis statement that clearly articulates your position on a sport sociology issue. This statement should be something you can defend within the scope of your paper using your 2-3 arguments.
• Argumentation: Present a logical progression of ideas that support your thesis. Focus on developing 2-3 strong arguments rather than attempting to cover too many points superficially.
• Evidence: Support your claims with relevant evidence from scholarly sources in sport sociology. Integrate this evidence seamlessly into your argument, avoiding overly relying on quotations.
• Critical Analysis: Demonstrate your ability to critically engage with existing literature and theories in sport sociology. Show how your position contributes to or challenges current understanding in the field.
• Counterarguments: Anticipate and address potential objections to your position. This demonstrates a nuanced understanding of the topic and strengthens your overall argument.
• Conclusion: Conclude your paper reaffirming your thesis statement summarizing how your position was the proper one to take.

Writing Style and Format

• Clarity and Precision: Use clear, precise language to convey your ideas. Avoid jargon or overly complex sentences that might obscure your meaning.
• Organization: Structure your paper with a logical flow of ideas. Use transitions to connect different sections and ensure a coherent argument throughout.
• Citations: Properly cite all sources using APA format. This includes both in-text citations and a reference list.
• Proofreading: Carefully proofread your paper for grammatical errors, typos, and clarity issues. Consider having a peer review your work.

Specific Requirements

Length: 5 pages (double-spaced, 12-point font, 1-inch margins) NOT including a cover/references pages

Minimum of 8 scholarly sources

APA format for citations and references

-Must include an APA references page

Include a brief introduction and conclusion (no more than 1 paragraph each)

Focus on developing your own argument rather than simply summarizing existing literature. Instead, use existing literature to support your argument.