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Select three topics that interest you most and identify two credible sources for each topic. Note: This is one of several parts that will build toward a final draft of your persuasive writing research paper.

1. Explain the reason for selecting topic one, identify the audience, and provide a preliminary thesis statement. 
2. Explain the reason for selecting topic two, identify the audience, and provide a preliminary thesis statement. 
3. Explain the reason for selecting topic three, identify the audience, and provide a preliminary thesis statement. 
4. Identify and document six credible sources (two for each topic) that you would expect to use. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting guidelines:

• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the professor's name, the course title, and the date. 

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Recognize the elements and correct use of a thesis statement. 
• Associate the features of audience, purpose, and text with various genres.
• Recognize correct APA documentation and reasons to document and avoid plagiarism.  
• Write clearly and concisely about selected topics using proper writing mechanics.  
• Use technology and information resources to research selected issues for this course.

Appendix D: ENG 215 Topics for Persuasive Writing Research Paper These topics are to be used for Assignments 1-5.

Assignment 1: Research Topics with Explanation

Assignment 2: Research Proposal - Thesis, Major points, and Plan

Assignment 3: Persuasive Paper Part I: A Problem Exists

Assignment 4: Persuasive Paper Part 2: Solution and Advantages

Assignment 5: Persuasive Writing Part 3: Possible Disadvantages and Answers

Some topics focus on the entire county; however, other topics may focus on states, local areas, and / or businesses

 

Topics / Questions

1) Should taxes on people making over $250,000 a year be changed?

2) Should Transportation Security (TSA) regulations be changed?

3) Should regulations for home schools be changed? 4) Should funding for the U.S. space program be changed? 5) Should changes be made to the regulations for foods that are served in public schools? 6) Should changes be made to regulations for mental health drugs for minors? 7) Should regulations be changed regarding genetically altering plants and/or animals? 8) Should the Family and Medical Leave Act be changed? 9) Should taxes on alcohol and tobacco be increased to help pay for rising medical costs? 10) Should regulations regarding the use of cell phones while driving be standardized? 11) Should the instant replay used in the NFL be applied to other sports? 12) Should regulations regarding payment of college athletes be changed? 13) Should minors who commit violent crimes be tried as adults? 14) Should child welfare regulations be changed? 15) Should DUI (driving under the influence) laws be changed? 16) Should sex offender registration laws be changed? 17) Should laws governing student laws be changed?