AP ELC Topic search: Choose topic and decide purpose; submit informal proposal via email to [email protected] by 2/1/19

What

AP ELC Topic search: Choose topic and decide purpose; submit informal proposal via email to [email protected] by 2/1/19

When

2/1/2019, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Topic search: Choose topic and decide purpose; submit informal proposal via email to [email protected] by 2/1/19

The Rationale:
A major component of the AP English Language and Composition course is to write a research paper. The objective is to equip college bound students with the skills to research a topic, develop an annotated bibliography, and write a paper which is a synthesis of a number of sources. In addition, the student will be expected to read and analyse an number of primary and secondary sources in the process.

The Assignment:
Students are expected to follow all steps the the research process, which will be divided into smaller tasks to make this endeavor manageable for the student. The paper will write a 12-15 page paper utilizing MLA style. The topic will deal with some type of issue or controversy. You will be expected to find at least ten sources. These sources could be books, credible internet sites, editorials, political cartoons, charts, graphs, tables, photos, newspaper articles, and television/film documentaries.
Students will also prepare a brief 10 slide PowerPoint Presentation to demonstrate the scope of their research.

The Process:
This is a long-term project to be completed by the end of the third quarter. You are expected to complete each step in order. You will receive points for each completed step. Evidence of step completion must be submitted digitally. Paper copies of the various steps will not be accepted for credit. Due dates will be listed on the timeline. Plagiarism will result in a zero on this assignment.