Author: chris

Select ONE theme or topic from the reading “Privilege, Power and Difference,”(from chapter 1 through 5) write a TWO part critical analysis.

TITLE OF YOUR SUBJECT LINE: title of the theme

1. Introduction
Your first 1-2 paragraphs should be OBJECTIVE. What is the topic from the reading you will discuss? What are the key points from the reading(s) related to that topic?
Do not give a list of examples or a description of the reading but rather what is the theme of the reading, the concepts discussed and the way it is demonstrated. Be sure to CITE with (Author, pg#) for Direct Quotes, but use them sparingly. I want your words, however, do not plagiarize by coping words from your reading without citing.

2. Personal Reflections
This section must be ONE FULL PARAGRAPH, including personal processing and reflections of this section of the course. How is it connected to your personal experience, knowledge base, social situation, or current event or issue? How does this reading make you feel, what are your thoughts, views, opinions?

Presentation
Organization, analysis (over regurgitation), grammar, spelling, writing mechanics

References
Proper in-text citations and works cited

Essay 2

Exposition & Critique of an Ethical Theory

S. Dilley

Goals

1. Describe the theory
2. Illustrate the theory
3. Describe a key argument for the theory
4. Raise two objections to the theory

Structure

1. Introduction
   1. Thesis statement (“This essay will explain and critique X ethical theory.”)
   2. Structure of the paper (“First, X will be defined. Second, a key argument for X will be described. Third, criticisms will be raised against X. Last, a final assessment of X will be given.”)
2. Part 2
   1. Explain all six key categories of the theory you’ve chosen to write about: source, selection, definition of good, scope, objective or subjective, and principle of right action
   2. In particular, define ‘scope’ and ‘objective’ or ‘subjective’ clearly
3. Part 3
   1. Give a good example to illustrate the theory. E.g., “Consider the claim, ‘Stealing is wrong.’ According to divine command theory, this claim is objective: on this view, God exists (independently of what humans believe) and commands that humans not steal, and so this moral claim is true regardless of whether human beings believe it or not. The prohibition against stealing is also universal in scope: it applies to everyone because, on this view, God has commanded that everyone refrain from stealing.”
4. Part 4
   1. Begin with a topic sentence (“A key argument for X is called the…”)
   2. Explain the argument.
5. Part 5
   1. Topic sentence (“Two objections against X can be raised as well.”)
   2. Make sure that these objections are NOT criticisms of an argument for the theory in question. These objections are aimed at the theory itself, not an argument for the theory.
   3. Describe the two best objections
6. Conclusion
   1. Restate thesis statement and briefly restate the high points
   2. Give a thoughtful answer the question: “Is X correct?”

1.                                                                i.      If you think X is correct, then provide a reply to the two objections. If you think X is incorrect, then provide a reply to the argument for X.

Grading

1. Grammar, style, diction, etc
2. Clarity
3. Accuracy
4. Thoroughness
5. Fair mindedness

Remember: use 12 point Times New Roman and normal margins. 5 pages max, double-space.

need to read book The Cosmic Race.
Responses must be 5-7 pages typed in Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides. All responses must have a cover page that includes the student’s name, due date, and the title of submission. Consequently, do not include any of that information on the first (or any other) page of your response. I expect all responses to be at least 5 pages. Any less than this will result in a loss of points.

Essays should respond to the following question: How did imperialism lead to the creation of what José Vasconcelos called “The Cosmic Race?” and do his ideas for the future of this race seem plausible?

Sub questions to consider: What do José Vasconcelos’ ideas of the “cosmic race” have to say about the racial ideologies at play in European practices of colonialism? What part might have early modern European attempts at imperialism have played in this?

At the end of your first paragraph, write a thesis sentence that is a direct answer to the above questions, and then use the rest of your paper to back up that statement.

Use specific examples from the course materials, including the lectures, textbook readings, and videos shown in class to provide context and supporting evidence for your argument. Note: you may find that you need to work ahead in the textbook to find the best supporting material, and that is okay.

No outside materials should be used for constructing your response. Any information included in your response that is not from the course materials will not be counted for credit.

I do, however, want to read your own thoughts and arguments – explain your answer to the above question, as well as your examples and how they support your argument. Note: I do not, though, want to read statements such as “I think,” “I believe,” et cetera. Leave the “I” out of it and assert your arguments as statements of fact.
The class materials that you use to construct your argument should be cited in Chicago style footnotes.

The point of this essay is to gauge how well you have synthesized the information that you have been given in this course. As such, the emphasis in grading will be on how you construct your response, rather than on writing technicalities. However, it is important that you do your best to compose your response in a clear manner as well-written responses always get their point across better than do poorly written responses.

Paper instructions:

I’m from Saudi Arabia and the Prof asked me to write an essay that explain how did I start learning English.. I should write about how I started in intermediate school then high school and from some movies and video games.. then from the Uni in Saudi then I came here to US to study in English school for 1 year in Boulder, Co then I study 4 months in University of Hartford. then I began academic.

Douglass’ narrative – specifically his use of details when describing his time as a field hand and attempted escape. The essay should not summarize the story told (I’ve read the narrative as well, and know the story!), but should focus on how Douglass uses details to draw in his reader and to communicate his ideas, his message, his point.

Purpose of paper is to encourage the application of concepts, theories and decision making processes covered in economics course. 8-10 pages long not including title and bibliography focus on an application of economic principles to healthcare. Suggested outline is 1. define the problem 2. analyze the problem from a variety of perspectives using economic analysis educating the reader about the complexities of the problem 3. propose an original solution, or agree with a solution, or take issue with another solution.  4. Point out he strengths and weaknesses (benefits and cost) associated with the proposed solution (or someone elses proposed solution using economic analysis