Write a documented argument of 750-1,250 words (three to five pages of double-spaced typing). 

For the best results for your module one essay, follow this procedure:

• Narrow your topic (see below) and think about your approach.
• Do some research – take notes and save necessary source information for your works cited list.
• Get organized before you write (thesis, topic sentences, supporting details).
• Look at sample student paper in Chapter 7 – An Argument for Corporate Responsibility (pg.307).
• Draft your essay and a working bibliography.
• Use the essay checklist provided (additional resources folder) and see Chapter 7, Using Sources, pg. 245.
• Check for unintentional plagiarism.
• Revise, edit, and proofread again
• Check your essay in TurnItIn to be sure there is not plagiarism and to catch any remaining writing errors.
• Revise as necessary.
• Submit in the Essay Dropbox (E2).

Remember to use the Resources (under Tools and Resources on the course menu) and the Module 3 Resources as necessary.

Reminder: From Barnet and Bedau –  A Word About Wikipedia… Wikipedia often rises to the top of Web search results. This vast and decentralized site provides over a million articles on a wide variety of topics. However, anyone can contribute to the online encyclopedia, so the accuracy of articles varies, and, in some cases, the coverage of a controversial issue is one-sided or disputed. Even when the articles are accurate, they provide only basic information. Wikipedia’s founder, Jimmy Wales, cautions students against using it as a source, except for obtaining general background knowledge: “You’re in college; don’t cite the encyclopedia.“