Unit 3 – joining a conversation about aging don’t raise your voice,

joining a conversation about aging 

Unit 3 – Joining a Conversation About Aging

Don’t raise your voice, improve your argument.

–Desmond Tutu

The aim of argument, or of discussion, should not be victory, but progress.

–Joseph Joubert

Think of academic argument as a conversation of ideas. Scholars and students keep turning over problems or issues, examining them carefully, and adjusting theories and stances as ideas and perspectives change with the times. Now that you’ve analyzed how arguments can affect audiences, it’s time to thoughtfully add your voice to a conversation about aging. During this unit, we’ll look at the components of effective position arguments and how you can incorporate them into your writing.

Tasks:

1. For this assignment, you’ll read several articles about aging posted on D2L. Choose one of these articles to carefully examine and respond to.

After choosing one article, begin by considering the following questions:

· Do you have any qualms (doubts/uncertainty) about the author’s argument?

· What passages seem particularly noteworthy and worth more discussion?

· What questions come to mind after considering the author’s points?

· What do you have to say about the issue(s) that the author raises?

· How do your experiences reinforce or differ from the author’s and why is that worth discussing?

2. Next, you’ll research the topic, finding one reliable, scholarly source to add to your paper. This source should enhance your argument in some way. (We’ll discuss the possible ways in class.)

3. Finally, as you compose your paper think about your own experiences and how that affects the way you already feel about the subject discussed in the essay you’ve chosen and in the source you’ve found through research. How has reading that essay and reading your other source (your research) affected your views?? Bring that into your discussion!

You will turn in:

· A 1200-1400-word paper that incorporates 2 sources (the article you choose from the ones I provide on D2L and the scholarly source you find through research) and adheres to MLA style formatting

· A Works Cited page (the last page of that same document, also MLA style)

· A reflection (done in class)

· Peer review sheets from your group conference

Important dates:

Tuesday, Oct 24 – Research Instruction Day (bring a laptop if possible!)

Tues, Nov 7 & Thurs, Nov 9 – Group Conferences – No Class (groups meet at scheduled times in our classroom)

Tues, Nov 14 – Peer Review sheets due in class & Paper due on D2L by 11:59pm

Calculate the price of your order

Select your paper details and see how much our professional writing services will cost.

We`ll send you the first draft for approval by at
Price: $36
  • Freebies
  • Format
  • Formatting (MLA, APA, Chicago, custom, etc.)
  • Title page & bibliography
  • 24/7 customer support
  • Amendments to your paper when they are needed
  • Chat with your writer
  • 275 word/double-spaced page
  • 12 point Arial/Times New Roman
  • Double, single, and custom spacing
  • We care about originality

    Our custom human-written papers from top essay writers are always free from plagiarism.

  • We protect your privacy

    Your data and payment info stay secured every time you get our help from an essay writer.

  • You control your money

    Your money is safe with us. If your plans change, you can get it sent back to your card.

How it works

  1. 1
    You give us the details
    Complete a brief order form to tell us what kind of paper you need.
  2. 2
    We find you a top writer
    One of the best experts in your discipline starts working on your essay.
  3. 3
    You get the paper done
    Enjoy writing that meets your demands and high academic standards!

Samples from our advanced writers

Check out some essay pieces from our best essay writers before your place an order. They will help you better understand what our service can do for you.

Get your own paper from top experts

Order now

Perks of our essay writing service

We offer more than just hand-crafted papers customized for you. Here are more of our greatest perks.

  • Swift delivery
    Our writing service can deliver your short and urgent papers in just 4 hours!
  • Professional touch
    We find you a pro writer who knows all the ins and outs of your subject.
  • Easy order placing/tracking
    Create a new order and check on its progress at any time in your dashboard.
  • Help with any kind of paper
    Need a PhD thesis, research project, or a two-page essay? For you, we can do it all.
  • Experts in 80+ subjects
    Our pro writers can help you with anything, from nursing to business studies.
  • Calculations and code
    We also do math, write code, and solve problems in 30+ STEM disciplines.

Frequently asked questions

Get instant answers to the questions that students ask most often.

See full FAQ
    See full FAQ

    Take your studies to the next level with our experienced specialists

    Chat
    Hello, we are online 24/7. Leave a message we will reply instantly