If you did not show your source notecards during the environ…
If you did not show your source notecards during the environment check, do so immediately–before you begin typing the essay. Type your final Argument Essay into the submission box. Your topic, thesis, source usage, and body paragraph topics should be based upon your submissions for Preliminary Assignments 1 and 2. Be sure to take into consideration any feedback I provided on those assignments. If you need a refresher on the essay and its requirements, you can access it here: 101i Argument Essay Packet -1.docx Here are some quick reminders: Length The essay should include a minimum of 600 words. You will be able to see the word count as you type into the submission box. The final essay should consist of at least five paragraphs. Person Write in 3rd person. Avoid 1st and 2nd person pronouns. Avoid contractions as well. Important Reminders and Requirements Give your essay an appropriate title that is correctly capitalized. Center the title. Since you will be typing your response into an answer box in your online course, you don’t need a header or heading for this essay. You can single-space the paragraphs in this assignment since you are completing it online within the assignment link. Indent the first line of each paragraph. Also, double-space between paragraphs so that it is clear where each new paragraph begins. You can do this by hitting the “enter” key twice. It is important that the instructor can tell where each paragraph begins or ends. The essay is formatted as a one-question essay test. This essay is graded manually by the instructor, so you won’t immediately receive a grade. You will have 75 minutes to complete the essay. Follow all test-taking requirements from the syllabus and schedule addendum carefully. You should be closely familar with those at this point, but I’ll include some of the most important ones here: Don’t read questions or instructions aloud. Don’t test on a couch, in a bed, or with a blanket or other item covering your lap. Provide a 360-degree environment check. Do not talk or interact with others during the essay. Eliminate background noise like music, televisions, or talking. Do not use devices, notes, or other materials. Do not leave the room or exit the essay and return to it. Stay visible throughout the essay and keep your eyes on the screen. Keep your microphone and camera on for the duration of the essay. Most importantly, don’t stress! Perfection is not what we’re going for here. Strong content with evidence, a clear argument, and good organization are what’s most important.