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SENIOR ENGLISHPAPER

PACKET

PLAINEDGE HIGH SCHOOL2018-2019

Name _______________________________English 12R Mrs. Filosa, Mrs. Garcia, and Mrs. Medina

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Table of ContentsOverview Pages 3-4Tips for Becoming an Expert Researcher Pages 5-6Research Proposal Worksheet Page 7Research Proposal Sample Page 8Thesis Statement Page 9Evaluation Tool Sample Pages 10-11Evaluation Tool #1 Pages 12-13Evaluation Tool #2 Pages 14-15Evaluation Tool #3 Pages 16-17Evaluation Tool #4 Pages 18-19How to Develop a Research Question Page 20Initial Research Questions Page 21Outline Page 22How to Write an Introduction Page 23Research Paper Format Page 24Databases Pages 25-26Paraphrasing Page 27Parenthetical Citation Cheat Sheet Page 28Sample MLA Works Cited Page Page 29MLA Works Cited Pages 30Research Paper Checklist Page 31Rough Draft Grading Sheet Page 32Final Paper Submission Criteria Page 33PowerPoint Guidelines Page 34Presentation Rubric Page 35

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What is the Senior English Paper and Presentation?

The Senior English Paper and Presentation can be viewed as a “coming together” of the skills that you have been developing throughout the course of your middle and high school educational experience (reading, writing, research, critical thinking, presenting, and independent learning). The paper will be the final requirement that you will complete for English class. The end result will be a research paper and a final presentation. The paper will be completed in several steps which will be outlined in your quarter syllabi. PLEASE NOTE: This is not a report!

The Senior English Paper (Due upon presentation)

The first draft of your research paper will count as two test grades for the second quarter. You must include a cover page with your thesis statement on it. Your paper will be written on a topic of your choice that has been approved by your teacher. Keep in mind that this paper will be written in several steps so you should never feel overwhelmed. The process of writing this paper will consist of small tasks assigned throughout. No one should be writing this paper the night before it’s due. Your final research paper will count as two test grades for the fourth quarter.

A high quality paper:

Is well-written, well-organized, and is completely free of grammatical/mechanical errors. Uses language that is engaging and sophisticated. Incorporates research (via citations) that is relevant and varied. Sheds “new light” on the subject. It must go above and beyond a simple report. Provides critical analysis based on the research. Is written in MLA format and contains a properly formatted “Works Cited” page (see attached).

As far as sources are concerned, it is definitely in your best interest to consult a number of sources since this will provide you with an expanded perspective on your subject. REMINDER: Encyclopedias are not acceptable sources. The following is a list of potential sources that can be used for this project:

Research journals and books Accredited Internet sites (no personal web pages) Additional non-fiction print sources where relevant.

A Word on Plagiarism (see rules and policies)

It goes without saying that plagiarism will not be tolerated. If it is determined that a student is guilty of plagiarism, that student will receive an automatic zero for the paper which could possibly jeopardize graduation. There will be no chance to re-do a plagiarized paper for a passing grade. If you are unsure of how to cite sources, please see your English teacher. In addition, an MLA style works cited guide can be found at the back of this packet so that you may refer to it as you are writing your paper.

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The Presentation

Each of you will be given one class period to present your project to the class. Presentations will take place in the fourth quarter and will count as two test grades. Your presentation should:

be creative and should keep the audience engaged throughout. run 30 minutes. You should defend your thesis for 20 minutes, but you may include a brief Do Now, less

than five minutes of relevant video, and relevant class discussion at the end of your presentation to reach the 30 minute mark.

run a minimum of 20 minutes – failure to do so will result in a failing grade teach the class about your topic and defend your thesis through facts. be compatible to PHS – see Ms. Nycz or Ms. Vidal.

Please do not worry about presenting. When the time comes, you will have so much information and will be so well-versed on your subject that you will easily fill the time. Also, each of you will meet with your English teacher to discuss your presentation and to come up with a game plan. Grading Procedures

Several assignments will be given throughout the year to help keep you on track with the overall project. Also, the Senior Paper and Presentation will account for all of your fourth quarter average, so simple math will tell you how it will impact your final grade for the year. Remember that the paper and presentation count as two test grades each.

Reminders

I will begin this project in September and will work on it for the entire year both in class and on my own. I will choose the topic of my project and will not be assigned a topic. I will choose the day that I present well in advance of the presentation. I understand that a plagiarized paper will result in an automatic zero. I understand that my paper will not be graded unless it has been submitted to Turnitin.com before my class

period the day the paper is due and that after three class days, the paper will not be accepted. In addition, the receipt from Turnitin.com must be stapled to my paper.

I understand that if I lose my original, graded draft with all of the corrections, I will not be permitted to submit a final, polished copy.

I understand that if I am not in class the day I selected to present, I will receive a zero for the presentation. I understand that if I do not meet the minimum time requirements for the presentation (20

minutes), I will not pass the presentation. I understand that there are no make-ups for the presentation. I have one chance to successfully complete

the presentation.

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Tips for Becoming an Expert Researcher Think about the words you use: keywords, synonyms, related words, phrases Write down ALL of your search terms Use "Boolean operators" (AND, OR, NOT) Use the Advanced search feature Use "quotation marks" for phrase searching & * for wild card searches Consult ALL available sources: library databases, specialized databases, internet, and books (both public &

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Planning Your Search

Example: How effective are drug abuse programs for young people?

Concept #1 Concept #2 Concept #3 Concept #4OR

teen* "drug abuse" prevention effective

ORadolesc* marijuana programs success

OR children alcohol treatment

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Information Sources Checklist

Databases:1) PHS Library Databases

SIRS GaleInfotrac ProQuestOpposing ViewpointsCQ ResearcherFacts on File-Issues & ControversiesFacts on File - Today's ScienceNews bankJSTOR (scholarly articles)

2) Public Library Databases3) Specialized Databases for your topic

ERIC (for anything having to do with education)PubMed (for anything health related)

Internet:GoogleGoogle NewsGoogle ScholarOfficial Websites

Books:Public Library (www.alisweb.org)PHS OPACGoogle BooksAmazon

** We can get any book or article through interlibrary loan**

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Exploring a Topic1) If you don't know anything about your topic, do a quick internet search (for general info & to

get ideas) Write down any keywords or phrases that are relevant to the topic

2) Try a Google News search to see what is happening with this topic in the news A lot of news articles will cite current studies, reports, and experts in the field (you can then

search for the actual studies or contact/email experts)

3) Search for articles by checking all the PHS Library databases Once you have the correct database keywords, try the advanced search to find more specific

information Every database has a different specialty. Try them all or ask the librarian which one is

appropriate for your topic.

4) Search for reliable websites Try an advanced Google search to find .gov, .edu, & official websites

5) Search for scholarly journal articles Search Google Scholar for more scholarly articles

o Try an advanced Google Scholar search if you need to refine your search Search JSTOR (PHS database) Search a specialized database

6) Search for books Check the PHS library, public library, & Google Books

Logging on to PHS DatabasesGo to www.plainedgeschools.org

Click "Plainedge High School"Under General Info Click "Library Media Center"

Under links Click "Databases"If you need help choosing a database ask the librarian

(user IDs and passwords are on the database sheet)

FINDING BOOKS in the PHS LIBRARY

Go to www.plainedgeschools.org

Click "Plainedge High School"Under General Info click "Library Media Center"

Under Links click "Books"Click OPAC

Search by title, subject, or author

If you have trouble finding a book source, ask the librarian!

FINDING BOOKS in the PUBLIC LIBRARY

Go to www.alisweb.org - to search for public library books

In the "Search Enhanced Catalog" box, type a topic (or

title)If you have a public library

card, you may borrow books from any library in Nassau

County

GOOGLE BOOKSGo to books.google.com Write down

the title & authorCheck to see if the public library has

the bookIf not available from public library,

email Ms. Vidal the title, authorcatherine. [email protected] We can get any book from interlibrary loan (it may take a few days to a few

weeks to arrive)

http://www.plainedgeschools.org/

mailto:[email protected]

mailto:catherine.

http://www.alisweb.org/

Research Proposal WorksheetIn order to begin researching a topic, you must first propose or advise us of your intentions for the project. In a paragraph, you will let us know the following: what the general topic is that you have chosen; you will give us what argument on which you would like to focus; you will tell us what the counterargument could be; you will tell us what you want to learn about your topic; and you will tell us why you chose this topic. This worksheet must be completed and then this must be typed and submitted to Turnitin.com.

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Research Proposal SampleThe general topic that I would like to research for my mini senior research project is childhood

beauty pageants. This topic is extremely interesting to me because I have heard some people

argue that these pageants promote self-esteem and social awareness in young girls. They are

venues in which children can display their talents, learn how to present themselves in public,

and earn money for college. Sounds harmless, right? I disagree with the entire concept of

childhood beauty pageants and I would like to see them banned. My initial argument on which I

would like to focus is how these pageants promote hypersexualization in young children and put

kids on display and in situations that are inappropriate for their ages. I would also like to argue

how these pageants allow parents to live vicariously through their children and to push them to

do things that they may not want to do. My goal for this project is to prove that although beauty

pageants seem harmless, they are extremely damaging to young children. Although this topic

interests me, there is a lot of information that I need to learn. What are the regulations of

beauty pageants? Do they have any requirements and rules in place? What are the inappropriate

behaviors that are learned at the pageants? What are the psychological effects of childhood

beauty pageants on the contestants in both the short term and long term? What are the social

effects of these pageants on the children? What are the social and/or economic benefits of these

pageants? Have any changes been made to pageants in light of the death of Jon Benet Ramsey?

How have shows like “Honey Boo-Boo” and “Toddlers and Tiaras” helped or hurt the image of

beauty pageants? I chose this topic because I have always been repulsed and slightly offended

when I see young girls dressed up in provocative costumes with tons of makeup flirting their

way across the stage. I believe it is irresponsible of these parents to encourage their young girls

to act like adults and take away their childhood. Kids should be out running around and

climbing trees, not getting spray tans and putting in flippers. It is time to ban these ridiculous

practices and allow kids to be kids again.

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Thesis StatementWhen faced with a controversial question or dilemma—in school or at work—you can do research to find out more about the problem. In time, you will discover enough information to form your own opinion, or argument, on the question. The thesis statement is your entire argument summarized into one sentence.

A thesis statement is NOT a question a fact a topic

Criteria for a thesis statement It must be an opinion that needs to be proven

Check Yourself: Would anyone bother to argue against you?

It must be an opinion that can be provenCheck Yourself: Could you find facts to back this up?

It should be focused, answering a specific question Check Yourself: Is this something you could argue at length?

It should be one sentence and crystal clear Check Yourself: Could anyone find this slightly confusing?

Examples of thesis statements

Despite the fact that many parents oppose vaccinations for religious reasons, these vaccinations should be mandatory since they help control deadly diseases.

Although some feel that government surveillance programs protect citizens, they lead innocent people to suffer unjust punishments and should be abolished.

Although the donation of organs is a generous and selfless act, donors must be paid to increase the number of organs available and decrease the number of illegal organs sold on the black market.

Evaluation Tool #1Name JOHN SMITH

Date MARCH 22, 2016

Research Topic CHILD BEAUTY PAGEANTS

Name of Site SKS.SIRS.COM

Article Title “PAGEANTS REEKING OF BLATANT EXPLOITATION”

Article Author(s) MELINDA TANKARD REIST

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OR

Book Title __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Book Author(s) ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Directions: For each question under credibility and accuracy, place an x in the appropriate box. All answers should be in the YES column for this to be a viable resource. If a NO is checked, a conference must be held with the teacher and a strong case made as to why this source should be allowed in the research paper. Next, you will summarize the article in box 1 (more than one sentence), use at least four examples of textual evidence (parenthetical documentation) to show the topic of the article in box 2, and in box 3 you will explain the claim (argument) portrayed in the article and the counterclaim (counterargument) that goes along with it. In addition, you will highlight and annotate the article. You will use these evaluation sheets to create your own thesis statement down the road.

Credibility: YES NO

1) Is there a reputable author, organization, or agency that takes credit for the information? X

2) Is the tone of the source free of humor, sarcasm, and informal language? X

3) Is the source free of careless errors/editing (documents without dates, misspelled words, bad grammar, etc.)?

X

4) Is the source age-appropriate for a high school research paper? X

Accuracy: YES NO

1) Is the information objective (not obviously biased)? X

2) Is the information factually based (supportable with facts, not pure opinion)? X

3) Is the information up-to-date? X

Summary:

THIS ARTICLE ADDRESSES THE DARK SIDE OF THE BEAUTY PAGEANT WORLD. YOUNG CHILDREN ARE MISSING

OUT ON THEIR CHILDHOODS AND BEING TURNED INTO SEXUALIZED DOLLS. THESE PAGEANTS SEND THE

WRONG MESSAGE TO YOUNG GIRLS THAT PHYSICAL BEAUTY IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING.

Textual Evidence:

1) “EVERYWHERE THEY LOOK GIRLS RECEIVE A MESSAGE THAT PHYSICAL APPEARANCE IS WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT ABOUT BEING A WOMAN” (REIST).

YOUNG GIRLS ARE BEING INTRODUCED TO A WORLD WHERE PHYSICAL BEAUTY GETS THEM EVERYWHERE, WHICH IS A FAR CRY FROM THE REALITY OF LIFE.

2) “AN OVER-EMPHASIS ON LOOKS AND ATTRACTIVENESS LEADS TO NEGATIVE BODY IMAGE, DISORDERED EATING, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY AND LOW SELF-ESTEEM” (REIST).

THERE IS ALREADY SO MUCH PRESSURE ON YOUNG GIRLS AND ADOLESCENTS TO LOOK PERFECT AND ALLOWING THESE PAGEANTS TO CONTINUE FOSTERS THE IMPOSSIBLE ATTAINMENT OF THE PERFECT BODY

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IMAGE. THIS IMPOSSIBILITY HAS FAR REACHING IMPLICATIONS THAT COULD MEAN A LIFETIME OF STRUGGLE.

3) “ALTERING THEIR BODIES, SOCIALIZING THEM IN THE IMPORTANCE OF “LOOKISM”, SETTING THEM UP TO BE MEASURED AGAINST OTHER GIRLS AND JUDGED, AND TEACHING THEM THAT THE MORE THEY CAN FLIRT, APPEAR PROVOCATIVE AND COY AND MOVE THEIR BODIES IN SEXUAL WAYS, THE MORE TROPHIES, CROWNS, FAME AND MONEY THEY WILL EARN, IS ABUSIVE OF GIRLS’ PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH” (REIST).

CHILD BEAUTY PAGEANTS DO MORE HARM THAN GOOD. THEY CREATE AN ATMOSPHERE OF COMPETITION AND ENCOURAGE FEMALES TO JUDGE OTHERS. THIS CYCLE IS DETRIMENTAL TO BOTH THE MENTAL AND PHYSICAL WELL BEING OF GIRLS.

4) “’A SIGNIFICANT ASSOCIATION BETWEEN CHILDHOOD BEAUTY-PAGEANT PARTICIPATION AND INCREASED BODY DISSATISFACTION, DIFFICULTY TRUSTING INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS, AND GREATER IMPULSIVE BEHAVIORS, AND INDICATES A TREND TOWARDS INCREASED FEELINGS OF INEFFECTIVENESS’” (REIST).

NOT ONLY WILL PARTICIPATING IN THESE PAGEANTS DESTROY A PERSON’S SELF IMAGE, BUT IT WILL ALSO RUIN FUTURE RELATIONSHIPS AND CREATE FEELING OF SELF DOUBT.

Argument:

CHILD BEAUTY PAGEANTS ARE HARMFUL TO YOUNG GIRLS BY PLACING TOO MUCH FOCUS ON PHYSICAL BEAUTY AND BODY IMAGE.

Counterargument:

CHILD BEAUTY PAGEANTS PROMOTE SELF ESTEEM IN YOUNG GIRLS AND ALLOW THEM A PLATFORM TO SHOWCASE THEIR BEAUTY.

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Evaluation Tool #1Name _______________________________________________

Date _______________

Research Topic ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Site ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Article Title _________________________________________________________________________________________________

Article Author(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________________

OR

Book Title __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Book Author(s) ______________________________________________________________________________________________


Credibility: YES NO

1) Is there a reputable author, organization, or agency that takes credit for the information?

2) Is the tone of the source free of humor, sarcasm, and informal language?

3) Is the source free of careless errors/editing (documents without dates, misspelled words, bad grammar, etc.)?4) Is the source age-appropriate for a high school research paper?

Accuracy: YES NO

1) Is the information factually based (supportable with facts, not pure opinion)?

2) Is the information up-to-date?

Summary:

Textual Evidence:

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Date _______________

Research Topic ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Site ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Article Title _________________________________________________________________________________________________

Article Author(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________________

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Credibility: YES NO




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Date _______________

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Date _______________

Research Topic ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Site ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Article Title _________________________________________________________________________________________________

Article Author(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________________

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Book Title __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Book Author(s) ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Directions: For each question under credibility and accuracy, place an x in the appropriate box. All answers should be in the YES column for this to be a viable resource. If a NO is checked, a conference must be held with the teacher and a strong case made as to why this source should be allowed in the research paper. Next, you will summarize the article in box 1, use at least three examples of textual evidence (parenthetical documentation) to show the topic of the article in box 2, and in box 3 you will explain the claim (argument) portrayed in the article and the counterclaim (counterargument) that goes along with it. You will use these evaluation sheets to create your own thesis statement down the road.

Credibility: YES NO




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How to Develop a Research QuestionA research question is a…

clear focused concise complex arguable

…question around which you center your research. The specificity of a well-developed research question helps writers avoid the “all-about” paper and work toward supporting a specific, arguable thesis. Steps to developing a research question:

1. Start asking questions. Start asking yourself open-ended “how” and “why” questions about your topic. Stay away from “who”, “what”, “where”, and “when” questions as these do not delve deep enough into the topic.

2. Evaluate your questions. After you’ve got a couple of question down on paper, evaluate these questions to realize if they would be effective research questions or if they need more revising.

o Is your research question clear? With so much research available on any given topic, research questions must be as clear as possible in order to be effective in helping the writer direct his or her research.

o Is your research question focused? Research questions must be specific enough to be well covered in the space available.

o Is your research question complex? Research questions should not be answerable with a simple “yes” or “no” or by easily-found facts. They should, instead, require both research and analysis on the part of the writer.

2. Hypothesize. After you’ve come up with a question, think about what the path you think the answer will take. Where do you think your research will take you? What kind of argument are you hoping to make/support? What will it mean if your research disputes your planned argument? At this step, you are well on your way to having a focus for your research, constructing a thesis, and then writing out your argument in a paper.

Sample Research QuestionsUnclear: Why are social networking sites harmful?Clear: How are online users experiencing or addressing privacy issues on such social networking sites as MySpace and Facebook?

The clearer version specifies sites (MySpace and Facebook), the type of harm (privacy issues), and whom the issue is harming (users). A strong research question should never leave room for ambiguity or interpretation.

Unfocused: What is the effect on the environment from global warming?Focused: How is glacial melting affecting penguins in the Arctic Circle?The focused version narrows down to a specific cause (glacial melting), a specific place (the Arctic Circle), and a specific group that is affected (penguins). When in doubt, make a research question as narrow and focused as possible.

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Initial Research QuestionsName ________________________________Teacher ______________________________Period ______

Directions: Complete the worksheet below using as much detail as possible. Question 1 must be on the counterclaim. In addition, you must type your initial research information and submit it to Turnitin.com or it will not be accepted. Staple this worksheet to the back of your typed proposal.

Initial Thesis Statement

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Research Questions (You must have 5 questions which cannot be answered with a simple yes or no).

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Outline Start with your thesis on top of the page

Make sure your research questions are in the order of your thesis

Turn your research question into a statement – there should be five statements

Bullet the quotes that you are going to put in each paragraph - be sure to include the source

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thesis: Although Wal-Mart has benefitted society, its economically and morally corrupt policies have had a hand in ruining the economy.

I. Wal-Mart does benefit the American people in a few ways. (COUNTERCLAIM)

“Although they do tend to drive other businesses out, the prices are lower, which helps the consumer” (Engdahl).

“The program encourages farms within a day of a Wal-Mart warehouse to grow crops that would normally take days to arrive from other states” (Kummer).

“…centralizing and streamlining distribution for farms with limited growing seasons, limited production and limited transportation resources” (Kummer).

II. The feeble state of the economy is due in part to the corrupt business practices of Wal-Mart.

(CLAIM)

“’people making between thirteen and eighteen dollars an hour. It’s a form of accelerated attrition’” (Goldberg).

“In an area where a Wal-Mart is present, the unemployment rate is reduced by 2-4 percent; however, this causes the local wages to decrease by as much as five percent” (Engdahl).

REMEMBER: THIS IS PART OF AN OUTLINE.YOUR OUTLINE WILL BE LONGER THAN THIS.

How to Write an IntroductionA clear, concise, well-organized, and engaging introduction will help to efficiently set-up your paper. The introduction must captivate your audience’s attention and interest. Otherwise, the audience may not be convinced to continue reading. Your introduction serves as a preview for the remainder of your paper, conveying necessary background information to your readers, identifying your topic and its significance, and unveiling how you will organize your essay. An effective introduction also establishes your voice as a writer and your point of view towards your topic.

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The introductory paragraph of any paper, long or short, should start with a sentence that piques the interest of your readers.

In a well-constructed first paragraph, that first sentence will lead into three or four sentences that provide details about the subject or your process you will address in the body of your essay. These sentences should also set the stage for your thesis statement.

The thesis statement is at the end of the paragraph. The entirety of your paper hangs on that sentence, which is generally the last sentence of your introductory paragraph.

In summary, your introductory paragraph should contain the following:

an attention-grabbing first sentence informative sentences that build to your thesis the thesis statement, which makes a claim or states a view that you will support or build

upon

Sample introduction

Today, there are many big corporations and chain stores in the United States and throughout the world. Since they are so big, they have a lot of power in the economy. Some big names are Nike, Hanes, and Microsoft. The biggest one however is Wal-Mart. Wal-Mart was founded by Sam Walton, and when he retired in 1988, Wal-Mart had pulled in revenues of sixteen billion dollars (Goldberg 1). Back then, Wal-Mart had a reputation of meeting the needs of their customers with a low price, while treating the employees properly. A lot has changed since 1988 for Wal-Mart. Today, Wal-Mart is the second largest corporation in the world. In 2006, Wal-Mart had revenues of over three hundred and fifteen billion dollars, and its profits came to over eleven billion dollars (Goldberg 1). The reputation also went down. Today, Wal-Mart is known for its poor benefits and treatment of workers. Although Wal-Mart has benefitted society, its economically and morally corrupt policies have had a hand in ruining the economy.

Research Paper’s FormatMLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers.

Margins:Except for page numbers (see below), leave one-inch margins all around the text of your paper – left side, right side, and top and bottom. Paragraphs should be indented half an inch; set-off quotations should be indented an inch from the left margin (five spaces and ten spaces, respectively, on standard typewriters).

Spacing:The MLA Guide says that “the research paper must be double-spaced,” including quotations, notes, and the list of works cited.

Heading and Title:Your research paper needs a title page which includes your name, the name of your teacher(s), the date, and your thesis statement. At the top of the first page, at the left-hand margin, type your name, your instructor’s name, the course name and number, and the date – all on separate, double-spaced lines. Then double-space again and center the title above your text. (If your title requires more than one line, double-space between the lines.) Double-space again before beginning your text. The title should be neither underlined nor written in all capital letters. Capitalize only

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the first, last, and principal words of the title. Titles might end with a question mark or an exclamation mark if that is appropriate, but not in a period.

Page Numbers:Number your pages consecutively throughout the manuscript (including the first page) in the upper right-hand corner of each page, one-half inch from the top. Type your last name before the page number. Most word processing programs provide for a “running head,” which you can set up as you create the format for the paper, at the same time you are establishing things like the one-inch margins and the double-spacing. This feature makes the appearance and consistency of the page numbering a great convenience. Make sure the page-number is always an inch from the right-hand edge of the paper (flush with the right-hand margin of your text) and that there is a double-space between the page number and the top line of text. Do not use the abbreviation p. or any other mark before the page number.

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Databases> Go to www.plainedgeschools.org

> Click Plainedge High School > Click Library Media Center > Go to Links & Click Databases

Database URL Type of Information

SIRShttp://sks.sirs.com username - NY0062Hpassword - 22657

Articles on debatable topics with pro/con &

questions for each issue(controversial topics)

Opposing Viewpoints

(Novel)

http://galesupport.com/novelGeo/novelGeoLink.php?loc=nysl_li_plainhs&db=OVIC

**you can listen to articles on this database** no password needed

Covers many hot topics & social issues – includes topic overview, pro/con views, academic articles,

and more

CQ Researcherhttp://library.cqpress.com/cqresearcherusername – plainedge101password – cqel

Reports on leading issues (20-30 pages)

Facts on Filehttp://www.facts.comIssues & Controversies / Today’s Sciencelogin – plainedgepassword - L1brary

Mini reports (4-5 pages) & articles

NewsBankhttp://infoweb.newsbank.comusername – 6433password – 6433

Newspaper articles(from the U.S. & world)

JSTOR

http://www.jstor.org/token/tn4MyknIsk7AYXEag8ta/plainedgehs.org (first link – use this link to register & create login & password) -----------------------------------------------------------------http://www.jstor.org/ (second link – use this link after you register)

Scholarly articles JSTOR

Infotrachttp://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/plainedgehsusername – plainedgehspassword – plainedge

Articles

Gale

(Novel)

infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/nysl_li_plainhslogin (if prompted) - nysl_li_plainhspassword - empirelink

Articles

ProQuest

(Novel)

http://proquest.umi.com/loginlogin - 4JM3RR6X2Fpassword - welcome

Articles – Novel database

World Bookhttp://www.worldbookonline.comusername – plainedgehspassword - plainedge

Online encyclopedia

Grolier

(Novel)

http://go.grolier.comlogin from home - nystate831password from home - novelhome

Encyclopedia, articles, video

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http://www.worldbookonline.com/

http://mail.plainedgeschools.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://proquest.umi.com/login

http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/plainedgehs

http://www.jstor.org/

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http://infoweb.newsbank.com/

http://mail.plainedgeschools.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.facts.com/

http://library.cqpress.com/cqresearcher



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PLAINEDGE PUBLIC LIBRARYACCESSING LIBRARY-RELATED DATABASES FROM HOME OR SCHOOL

Plainedge Public Library cardholders in good standing who have Internet access through any service provider can use the following databases online:

Ebsco/Ebsco Espanol: Search for general magazine and newspaper articles. Contains full text and/or abstracts.

Facts On File: Search for articles on current events.

Reference USA: Search for people and companies (Your password is the barcode on the reverse-side of your library card.)

SIRS (Social Issues Resource Series) (Your customer # is NY0211H and Password is 11758) A general reference database containing thousands of full-text articles on social issues, such as Family, Health, Human Relations, etc.

Grolier Online: Search the world’s most respected online encyclopedia and reference sources.

Grovemusic.com: Search for information on all aspects of music.

Groveart.com: Search for information on all aspects of art.

Learn-A-Test.com: Your leading source for interactive practice exams and test preparation materials including academic, civil service and other assorted exams. Site also includes educational courses.

Heritage Quest: Search the most comprehensive collection of genealogical information available anywhere.

Here’s how to do it:

Start your web browser and type in the address field:http://www.plainedgeinfo.org/live/ then press enter.

Under databases, click on “Adult/Young Adult” Choose a database category At “Enter network password”, enter “Public” at “User Name” and first 5 digits of your library card number in

“Password” box. Select database of your choice.

If you have a public library card you can borrow materials from any library in Nassau County, through Interlibrary Loan.To search the Nassau County Library System for books or others materials go to: www.alisweb.orgThe advanced search tab allows you to limit your search to a particular library or type of information.

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Paraphrase: Write it in Your Own Words(http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/research/r_paraphr.html)A paraphrase is...

your own rendition of essential information and ideas expressed by someone else, presented in a new form.

one legitimate way (when accompanied by accurate documentation) to borrow from a source. Paraphrasing is a valuable skill because...

it helps you control the temptation to quote too much. the mental process required for successful paraphrasing helps you to grasp the full meaning of the

original. Steps to Effective Paraphrasing

1. Reread the original passage until you understand its full meaning.2. Set the original aside, and write your paraphrase on a note card.3. Jot down a few words below your paraphrase to remind you later how you envision using this material. At the top of the note card, write a key word or phrase to indicate the subject of your paraphrase.4. Check your rendition with the original to make sure that your version accurately expresses all the essential information in a new form.5. Use quotation marks to identify any unique term or phraseology you have borrowed exactly from the source.6. Record the source (including the page) on your note card so that you can credit it easily if you decide to incorporate the material into your paper.

SampleThe original passage:

Students frequently overuse direct quotation in taking notes, and as a result they overuse quotations in the final [research] paper. Probably only about 10% of your final manuscript should appear as directly quoted matter. Therefore, you should strive to limit the amount of exact transcribing of source materials while taking notes. Lester, James D. Writing Research Papers. 2nd ed. (1976): 46-47.

A legitimate paraphrase:

In research papers students often quote excessively, failing to keep quoted material down to a desirable level. Since the problem usually originates during note taking, it is essential to minimize the material recorded verbatim (Lester 46-47).

A plagiarized version:

Students often use too many direct quotations when they take notes, resulting in too many of them in the final research paper. In fact, probably only about 10% of the final copy should consist of directly quoted material. So it is important to limit the amount of source material copied while taking notes.

Parenthetical Citation Cheat SheetNarration

Article with an author “The signs of a deadly struggle remain: Scattered around the houses of the Ebola dead lie empty pill packages, their plastic casings punched through” (Nossiter 3).

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Article without an author “With two candidates from different factions running to lead the baseball league, a third may emerge as a compromise” (“Vote for…” 16).

Print source “He can tell that he has hit a nerve” (Williams 77).

Already Quoted in the Source

Article with an author “’To my embarrassed relief, the violence was taken off-screen, when prey and predators suddenly dashed up a hill and into obscuring bushes ‘” (Angier 44).

Article without an author “’The chances of rallying Iraqis against this threat will be greater with a new government’” (“Iraq Needs…” 3).

Print source “‘...you left! I stayed and struggled! You came to New Orleans and looked out for yourself. I stayed at Belle Reve and tried to hold it together’” (Williams 25).

A Mixture of Narration and Quoted Material

Article with an author “Teachout testified that the tax filings were ‘clearly a mistake’" (Figueroa 17).

Article without an author “’It was so sudden and he was such a great guy and it's such a loss to the whole community,’ said Daniel Jennings who lived across the street from Williams in the quiet neighborhood where the actor was often seen riding his bike and stopping to talk to neighbors” (“Robin Williams...” 145).

Print source “She enters the bedroom with the drinks and the candle. ‘Sit down! Why don’t you

take off your coat and loosen your collar?’” (Williams 88).

**PLEASE NOTE: When you cite in your paper, you only have to use the first two words of the article title (unless you have two articles with the same first two words; then, you use as many as will differentiate between the two), BUT you must remember to

use the entire title in your works cited page.**Sample Works Cited Page

Alonso, Alvaro, and Julio A. Camargo. "Toxicity of Nitrite to Three Species of Freshwater

Invertebrates." Environmental Toxicology, vol. 21, no. 1, 3 Feb. 2006, pp. 90-94. Wiley Online Library,

doi:10.1002/tox.20155.

Broady, Arlinda S. "Armed Teachers Become a Reality in Georgia." Atlanta Journal-Constitution, 05 May 2018,

pp. n/a. SIRS Issues Researcher, https://sks.sirs.com. Accessed 3 August 2016.

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Felluga, Dino. Guide to Literary and Critical Theory. Purdue U, 28 Nov.

2003, www.cla.purdue.edu/english/theory/. Accessed 10 May 2006.

Lundman, Susan. "How to Make Vegetarian Chili." eHow, www.ehow.com/how_10727_make-vegetarian-

chili.html. Accessed 6 July 2015.

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MLA Works Cited Courtesy of: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/

Alphabetize each entry by first letter Put quotation marks around the titles of poems, short stories, and articles Indent the 2nd line, the 3rd line, and all subsequent lines of each citation Double space entries

Citing an Entire Web Site

Editor, author, or compiler name (if available). Name of Site. Version number, Name of institution/organization affiliated with the site (sponsor or publisher), date of resource creation (if available), URL, DOI or permalink. Date of access (if applicable).

Felluga, Dino. Guide to Literary and Critical Theory. Purdue U, 28 Nov. 2003, www.cla.purdue.edu/english/theory/. Accessed 10 May

2006.

The Purdue OWL Family of Sites. The Writing Lab and OWL at Purdue and Purdue U, 2008, owl.english.purdue.edu/owl. Accessed 23

Apr. 2008.

A Page on a Web Site

For an individual page on a Web site, list the author or alias if known, followed by the information covered above for entire Web sites. If the publisher is the same as the website name, only list it once.

Lundman, Susan. "How to Make Vegetarian Chili." eHow, www.ehow.com/how_10727_make-vegetarian-chili.html. Accessed 6 July

2015.

An Article in an Online Scholarly Journal

For all online scholarly journals, provide the author(s) name(s), the name of the article in quotation marks, the title of the publication in italics, all volume and issue numbers, and the year of publication. Include a URL, DOI, or permalink to help readers locate the source.

Dolby, Nadine. “Research in Youth Culture and Policy: Current Conditions and Future Directions.” Social Work and Society: The

International Online-Only Journal, vol. 6, no. 2, 2008, www.socwork.net/sws/article/view/60/362. Accessed 20 May 2009.

An Article from an Online Database (or Other Electronic Subscription Service)

Cite articles from online databases (e.g. LexisNexis, ProQuest, JSTOR, Science Direct) and other subscription services as containers. Thus, provide the title of the database italicized before the DOI or URL. If a DOI is not provided, use the URL instead. Provide the date of access.

Alonso, Alvaro, and Julio A. Camargo. "Toxicity of Nitrite to Three Species of Freshwater Invertebrates." Environmental

Toxicology, vol. 21, no. 1, 3 Feb. 2006, pp. 90-94. Wiley Online Library, doi:10.1002/tox.20155.

Broady, Arlinda S. "Armed Teachers Become a Reality in Georgia." Atlanta Journal-Constitution, 05 May 2018, pp. n/a. SIRS Issues

Researcher, https://sks.sirs.com. Accessed 3 August 2016.

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Senior Paper Checklist_____ Cover sheet with your name, teacher(s) name(s), thesis statement_____ Paper is at least 4 FULL pages long_____ Font is Times New Roman size 12_____ 1” margins_____ Double space paper_____ Required heading is present

John SmithMrs. Garcia/Mrs. MedinaEnglish 1221 November 2016

_____ Page numbers have your last name and page number in upper right corner (Garcia 2)_____ Submitted to Turnitin BEFORE class on the due date_____ Receipt stapled to front of paper_____ At least four sources are used in the paper_____ Citations are formatted correctly (see page 26 in packet) REMEMBER: cite either by

the author’s last name (if there is one) OR by first few words of the title in quotes “blah blah blah” (Johnson).“’blah blah blah’” (“The World According…” 37).

_____ Each source in the works cited is in the paper and each source in the paper is in the works cited_____ Works cited page is the last one in your paper_____ Works cited page is formatted as follows:

Double spacedAlphabetizedEvery line after the 1st is indentedNO bullets or numbers

_____ Paper follows the following order: receipt, cover page, paper, works cited

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Senior Project Rough DraftName _____________________________ Date due __________Date submitted __________Paper was submitted to Turnitin.com ______

_____ (6 points) Mechanics: Cover sheet is present and includes your name, teacher’s name(s), and the thesis statement Paper is typed and 4-5 pages Font is Times New Roman 12 Margins are 1” on all sides Paper has the proper heading and page numbers Paper has been submitted to Turnitin.com and the receipt is stapled to the front of the paper

_____ (15 points) Parenthetical documentation is formatted correctly._____ (3 points) Citations are intermixed with the writer’s words, are not randomly placed in the paper, and support the thesis._____ (8 points) The works cited page is present and formatted correctly._____ (3 points) The research contains a minimum of four sources._____ (5 points) Each source that appears on the works cited page is used in the paper and vice versa.

DIMENSION 60-55 54-40 39-25 24-0Research Skills Chooses a thought-

provoking, relevant topic.Searches for answers to well-developed questions.Has a clear, specific thesis.Demonstrates higher level thinking skills.Citation format is essentially flawless

Chooses a relevant topic, but focus may be too broad or too limitedResearch addresses essential questions.Demonstrates critical thinking skills.Citation format is correct with a few minor errors.

Topic chosen is appropriate.Formulated questions lack focus, depth.Demonstrates understanding of subject.Research addresses questions.Citation format is generally correct.

Has chosen an appropriate topic, but lacks focus.Research does not adequately address essential questions.Demonstrates superficial understanding.Citation format is improper.

Effective Communication

Uses language that is stylistically sophisticatedNotable sense of voice Awareness of audience and purposeVaries sentence structure to enhance meaningUses standard English skillfullyClearly communicates purpose, style and toneEngages the audience

Uses language that is fluentAwareness of audience and purposeVaries sentence structure for effect.Demonstrates control of the conventions exhibiting occasional errors when using sophisticated languageCommunicates a clear purpose

Uses appropriate languageExhibits attempts to vary sentence structure with uneven successDemonstrates partial control of the conventions with occasional errors that do not hinder comprehensionHas a purpose and demonstrates awareness of audience

Uses language that is imprecise or unsuitable for the audience/purposeReveals little awareness of how to use language and sentence structure to achieve effect.Demonstrates errors and lack of control with conventions of standard English.Communicates ideas in a disorganized, random fashionDemonstrates no central purpose.

Organization and Development

Presents information in an organized, logical planHas as exemplary, thought provoking opening and conclusionTransitions from topic to topic and sentence to sentence is smooth and skillfulDevelops ideas clearly and fully, making effective use of a wide range of relevant and specific details from the text

Presents information in an organized, logical planHas an effective opening and conclusionHas transitionsDevelops some ideas more fully than others, using specific and relevant details from the text

Presents information in a fairly well-organized plan Has introduction and conclusionDevelops ideas briefly, using some details from the text

Addresses the topic but lacks organizationHas no clear introduction or conclusionAre incomplete or largely undeveloped, hinting at ideas, but references to the text are vague, irrelevant, repetitive, or unjustified

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_____ Checklist Skills Grade (out of 40)

_____ Rubric Content Grade (out of 60)

_____ TOTAL PAPER GRADE

Requirements for the Final Paper SubmissionYour final paper that is submitted in the fourth quarter must be a rewrite of your draft paper written in the first and second quarters and not simply an edited copy of your rough draft. You must do more than simply change a few commas and fix your works cited in order to receive credit for the rewrite. To be eligible for the final rewrite, you must do/have the following:

your rough draft with the teacher’s corrections stapled to it – the grading sheets must be attached

a one-on-one conference with your teacher to discuss your rough draft and take notes on what needs to be fixed

the final paper must be submitted to Turnitin.com and the receipt from Turnitin.com must be attached, along with the original rough draft and grading sheet.

If you complete all the above, you are eligible to submit your final paper. You may earn up to twenty (20) points on your rough draft grade based on how well you revise your paper. Let’s say you do a so-so job on your rough draft and receive a 65 for the grade. The most you can get on the rewrite is an 85. If you really push yourself and receive an 80 on the rough draft, you have the ability to earn a 100 based on your revision. If you receive an 85 or higher on your rough draft, the final rewrite is optional for you.

Submitting a paper does not automatically mean that you will receive all 20 points. If you do not do a good job of revising, you may earn minimal or no points at all. If you fail to revise the paper and simply make some grammar changes, you will lose points on the paper. Your final paper does have the ability to be a lower grade than the original rough draft! Remember, this paper counts as two test grades for the fourth quarter, so you really want to do well!

POWERPOINT GUIDELINES One slide per minute (more if you are nervous) – Minimum 30 slides Slide 1 – Your name, our names, your topic (not thesis), and a picture Slide 2 – Do Now (2-3 questions about your topic to get the class thinking about what you

are going to present) Slide 3 – thesis Slides 4 on – take each quote out of your paper (in the order of the paper) and put one

quote on each slide SLIDE 4 WILL BE COUNTERARGUMENT – first part of your thesis Go back and add pictures, graphs, charts, and articles ALL pictures must have the link under them (shrink the link and paste it under the picture) Works cited is the last slide – it may be the same as the paper (unless you added more

citations) Keep your background simple so it does not distract Make sure your font color can be read on your background DO NOT use animations on the slides – too distracting You may have note cards to help you You may have a video and class discussion for NO MORE than 10 minutes It is your responsibility to make sure the PPT works and is compatible You may save it to a flash drive to work on it here and at home Please email a copy of your presentation to us so we can avoid any technical glitches

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Not Weak Fair Good ExcellentCategory Satisfactory

Name GRADETopicTeacher Period Date of presentation Time StartTime End

Senior Project Presentation Rubric

Was the thesis statement clear and proven during the presentation?

Organization

Knowledge (2x)How well did the student know the material? Was the research factually correct?

Thesis (2x)

evidence of inflection? Was formal diction used that was audience appropriate?

Use of Time (2x)Did the presentation run in the 30 minute time allotment? Was the thesis defended for 20 minutes? Was the Do Now, video, and class discussion relevant and no

Did the presentation flow and follow a logical order? Was the presentation wellfocused and coherent?

Communication/PoiseHow well did the speaker ennunciate, project, and control rate of speed? Was there

meaningful questions? Was the question/answer session handled appropriately?

Comments:

How well did the student present himself/herself? Was he/she enthusiastic? Did the student maintain eye contact? Was he/she dressed up and not chewing gum?

Audience EngagementWas the audience involved in the presentation? Did the presentation generate

more than 10 minutes combined?Audio/Visual Material

Were audio-visual aides used creatively and effectively? Was the materialcreative and interesting? Was it used to prove the thesis statement?

Documents

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