What This Document Is
This document outlines an argumentative essay assignment for an English (ENC 1101) course at Indian River State College. It details the requirements for a formal, researched essay, including preliminary work and a self-evaluation component. A sample introductory paragraph discussing the benefits of exercise is included.
Why This Document Matters
This assignment is for students enrolled in ENC 1101. It’s used to assess a student’s ability to construct a well-supported argument, integrate research, and critically evaluate their own work. It’s a key component of developing college-level writing and critical thinking skills.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document provides the *assignment* itself, but does not offer guidance on *how* to write an argumentative essay. It doesn’t include examples of strong arguments, research strategies, or MLA formatting beyond mentioning its requirement.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes:
* Detailed instructions for submitting three graphic organizers (Finding a Topic, Note-taking, and Outline).
* Specific criteria for the final argumentative essay draft, including claim, evidence, counterclaim rebuttal, and style.
* Requirements for a Works Cited page in MLA format.
* A prompt for a 2-3 paragraph self-evaluation of the essay’s reasoning and support.
* A sample introductory paragraph on the benefits of exercise.
This preview *does not* include the completed graphic organizers, the full essay draft, the Works Cited page, or the self-evaluation essay.