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MAAA203 3D Audio & Editings Techniques - PROJECT 01- Writing Across the College- Due week 5
The subject will be based on your viewing of the documentary "The Cutting Edge" which we will view in class. Watch the film with the intent of finding an area of interest for which you were not aware and write a paper about it. You will need to find at least 2 sources of additionial research to support your chosen subject.
Assignment: Process Analysis or Classification Essay
Write a 5 to 8 paragraph essay using either process analysis or classification/division as your primary organization strategy. The following tips will lead to a successful essay.
A key component of this assignment is determining whether you will need outside research to support your thesis or point of view.
Your topic should be one you are familiar with or one you are interested in exploring.
Be certain that your topic fits the strategy you select process analysis or classification.
You may incorporate headings into the essay if appropriate.
Dont neglect the conclusion still need to provide an overall summary and final thought.
The process analysis essay should not be a list of steps rather it should be a description of the stages.
In the classification essay each division or class must be distinct (avoid ambiguity) and avoid too many or too few categories (3 to 6 is recommended).
Draft of Essay due on Week 4
Must be typed and double spaced and two printed copies brought to class at the beginning of the class period. Peer and instructor review will occur during our class meeting. Failure to have a complete draft will lead to a reduction in points. If draft is emailed to instructor but you are not present for reviews points will be reduced.
Final Essay Week 5
Must be submitted to Dropbox. Rubric is attached for evaluation of the final essay.
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Paper Guidelines
Three pages (750+ words), not counting title page (optional page) or reference page
A minimum of three instructor approved sources
Times New Roman
12 point
Double space
One inch margins all around
No running head
WRITING ACROSS THE COLLEGE RUBRIC
Exemplary
Good Work
Acceptable
Lacks Effort
Not Completed
Content
Strong thesis statement supported by sound reasoning, persuasive details and relevant research.
Adequate thesis statement is supported by sound reasoning, adequate details and some relevant research.
Thesis statement is provided and supported in most areas by sound reasoning, some details and research.
Thesis statement is missing or unclear. Support provided is weak and lacks focus.
No attempt to establish a thesis statement or to support one.
Organization
Well-developed paper with a clear and logical format; easy to follow.
Generally well organized with a clear and logical format.
Some evidence of planning and organization; some portions may be difficult to follow.
Little evidence of planning and organization; essay is difficult to follow.
Presentation of information is random.
Research/Academic-Based Assignment
OR
Industry-Based Research Assignment in Students Program
Credible sources selected and properly acknowledged.
Most sources credible and properly acknowledged.
Sources are credible but not acknowledged OR Sources are questionable but acknowledged.
Sources are questionable and not acknowledged.
No evidence of research.
Style
Language is professional, clear and concise.
Language is professional with a few areas that lack clarity.
Language is somewhat informal with some areas that lack clarity.
Language is a mix of informal and slang. Clarity is not present.
Language is inappropriate or unintelligible.
Mechanics
Contains few if any grammar, spelling or punctuation errors.
Contains several errors in grammar, spelling or capitalization that do not interfere with meaning.
Contains some errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation; some portions may be difficult to follow.
Level of errors in grammar, spelling or capitalization eliminates me