Problem solution essay assignment
As we watch the news, read the newspaper, and talk to those around us, it is clear that in every community there are problems that need solutions -- from immigration to police brutality to homelessness to domestic abuse -- and more. Thankfully however, there are also people in our community who are dedicating their time and energy to finding solutions for these problems -- because for every problem, there are usually several different solutions, some more effective than others. Your job is to research a problem, along with possible solutions and then write a 4 page minimum problem/solution essay using reputable articles and books as well as two interviews to inform your solutions.
Problem solution essay steps (see assignment handout or calendar for due dates)
Step 1: Type a proposal (1 page, double-spaced), answering the following questions
Step 2: Research and Research Responses. After finding reputable sources for your topic, write three Research Responses. See separate instructions for Research Responses.
Step 3: Interviews: Interview 1-2 experts in the field you are studying.
*Interview prep (updated resume, interview questions, practice interview) must be completed before day of interview, but by Oct 6 at the latest. interview email outline
*Interviews must be recorded to ensure accurate quoting.
* Be prepared to do followup interviews by phone or email if needed
Step 4: Pre-write/Outline : Prewriting = freewriting, listing, bubble clustering. Outline can be as detailed as will help you.
Step 5: Intro and Background paragraph(s): write a paragraph that defines the problem and provides background and/or possible causes of your topic.
Step 6: Full Workshop Draft; get and give feedback
Step 7: Revise for large issues (organization, coherence, support, detail, etc); edit for grammar, sentences structure, spelling, word choice.
Step 8: Submit final draft of essay to turnitin.com, complete self-evaluation, and turn in all steps to Pam in a pocketed folder
Step 1: Type a proposal (1 page, double-spaced), answering the following questions
- What problem are you attempting to find solutions for?
- Why are you interested in this problem?
- What do you think are some causes of this problem? What possible solutions do you see?
- What questions do you need answered in order to understand this issue?
Step 2: Research and Research Responses. After finding reputable sources for your topic, write three Research Responses. See separate instructions for Research Responses.
Step 3: Interviews: Interview 1-2 experts in the field you are studying.
*Interview prep (updated resume, interview questions, practice interview) must be completed before day of interview, but by Oct 6 at the latest. interview email outline
*Interviews must be recorded to ensure accurate quoting.
* Be prepared to do followup interviews by phone or email if needed
Step 4: Pre-write/Outline : Prewriting = freewriting, listing, bubble clustering. Outline can be as detailed as will help you.
Step 5: Intro and Background paragraph(s): write a paragraph that defines the problem and provides background and/or possible causes of your topic.
Step 6: Full Workshop Draft; get and give feedback
Step 7: Revise for large issues (organization, coherence, support, detail, etc); edit for grammar, sentences structure, spelling, word choice.
Step 8: Submit final draft of essay to turnitin.com, complete self-evaluation, and turn in all steps to Pam in a pocketed folder