Final Draft must include: Clearly developed thesis statement that takes a position in response to the class’s closed research theme question An introductory paragraph that presents the thesis statement, frames the thesis within the context of a “conversation” related to the class’s closed research theme, and attempts to engage readers, making a case for the importance of the issue or problem being addressed. Arguments in support of the thesis that include evidence from closed research theme readings, background readings, and/or independent library research, and effective reasoning that explains how the evidence proves the argument, clarifies ideas and perspectives, and/or elaborates on what the writer means A logical organizational structure and effective use of transitional words and phrases to show the relationships of ideas between and within paragraphs In-text citations of summaries and quotations of the closed research theme readings, background readings, and/or independent library research Use of at least 4 sources, at least 1 of which comes from the 4 approved databases (Opposing Viewpoints, Points of View Reference Center, Research Library ProQuest, and/or Academic Search Complete) found in the Ivy Tech Library databases. The other 3 should be closed research theme readings or background readings from our class. Additional readings beyond these 4 may be from any source. Clear evidence of revision based on teacher and peer feedback. MLA style formatting – VERY IMPORTANT! Observation of the conventions of Standard Written English Minimum 1250 words for the final draft (Works Cited does not count in the minimum word-count requirement) No headers ! Ive attached my half draft for this assignment as well

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