Category: English

  • The Greed of Humanity: Examining the Great Depression and the Gold Rush Introduction: Throughout history, human beings have been driven by various motivations, one of which is greed. Greed is defined as the desire for more than what is necessary

    Write a 4 paragraph essay on the following prompt:
    Are people greedy? You must use citation from both of our books.
    (what was the Great Depression) and (what was the gold rush) You must use at least one example from the each book.
    Greedy means wanting more than you really need.
    You must have the following:
    A Title
    Introduction: hook, background information, and a thesis.
    Body Paragraph 1: topic sentence, explain why, example, concluding statement.
    Body Paragraph 2: topic sentence, explain why, example, concluding statement.
    Conclusion: transition with a rewritten thesis, summary of your essay, and a final thought.
    Format correctly: center title, indent all paragraphs, use a space between title and each paragraph.
    You must have citation (3 points)
    Citation can be used for background information or examples.
    Grammar will be worth 3 points. Check your work and edit if necessary.

  • “The Ongoing Problem of Climate Change and Its Impact on the Environment” Climate change is a pressing global issue that has been a cause for concern for several decades. It refers to the long-term changes in the Earth’s climate, including rising temperatures

    What exactly is the problem?
    When was it first noticed?
    What or whom does it affect?
    What are its effects? (Signs, symptoms, characteristics?)
    How far does it extend? (Scope?)What were the causes? (History?)
    What, if anything, has been done to alleviate the problem?
    What other alternatives exist?
    What are the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative?
    What is the best alternative, or will a combination be needed?
    Double space, 12 font, Times new roman, covitch and page number
    I’ve attached what I had submitted but recieved a zero for AI

  • “Exploring the Conversation: An Annotated Bibliography on YouTube Ads”

    This assingment is related to the reasearch paper we did about you tube ads that was just assignment that was supposed to be sumbit it. 
    Assignment 2: Annotated Bibliography
    The annotated bibliography is our second step toward the formal research paper. The annotated bibliography is designed to help you conduct research, narrow down your topic, and achieve a greater sense of the argument you want to pursue in your research paper. This assignment asks you to research your topic, choose 5 sources (4 scholarly sources and 1 popular source), and write annotations evaluating their credibility, reliability, quality, and relevancy to your research project. 
    Goals for the assignment: 
    Select different kinds of sources and evaluate them thoroughly. 
    Identify various areas, or “threads” of conversation within your topic 
    Gain a better understanding of your topic and the arguments you want to pursue 
    Assignment Requirements:
    5 entries that are at least 100- 150 words in length for each entry (not including the citation) 
    4 of these sources must be scholarly, peer-reviewed sources
    1 of these sources must be primary sources 
    Follows MLA style for citations 
    Double-spaced, in 12 pt. Times New Roman font 
    Your essay title should be your research question
    As always, there must be signs of significant revision between drafts. 
    Final Draft: Due Thursday 03/14 on Blackboard 
    This draft is the final draft and, therefore, should have all 5 fully cited and annotated sources. 
    This final draft should build upon previous revised drafts, feedback, and knowledge from the unit. 
    Must be submitted as an attachment (either PDF or MS-Word)

  • “Addressing Current Issues: Analyzing and Solving Problems Faced by Students” Title: The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: A Call for Responsible Usage

    Argument
    People argue all the time—over what movie to see, what to have for dinner, whom to vote for. People generally have strong opinions, and many don’t hesitate to express them. Your friend doesn’t want to see the same movie you do because he doesn’t like gory horror. Your partner wants to eat at a restaurant that serves healthy food. Your coworker won’t vote for any candidate who doesn’t support universal healthcare.
    Your argument essay is an amplified version of those types of arguments you have with family, friends, and coworkers each day. The difference is that you’ll be conducting research and using the information you find to explain a problem and then provide a solution.
    Tip for Success: Be sure to check out the resources available to you in the Learning Resource Center for videos and worksheets to help you complete this assignment. There are also helpful resources about finding, choosing, and citing sources available that would help with the argument essay.
    The argument essay is 1,600–1,800 words and must incorporate a minimum of four secondary sources.
    There’s no graded prewriting assignment for your argument essay.
    Assignment Objectives
    Use prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing to write a formal, college-level essay.
    Distinguish among different patterns of development.
    Apply an appropriate pattern of development to a specific purpose and audience.
    Write an effective thesis statement.
    Develop paragraphs using topic sentences, adequate detail, supporting evidence, and transitions.
    Employ responsible research methods to locate appropriate secondary sources.
    Quote, paraphrase, and summarize secondary source material correctly and appropriately.
    Use APA (American Psychological Association) citation and documentation style to reference secondary source material correctly and appropriately.
    Apply the conventions of standard written American English to produce a correct, well-written essay.
    Topic
    Choose one of the following topics. Each topic focuses on a current problem that many students face.
    The high cost of college or student loan debt
    The lack of proper nutrition
    Low minimum wage
    You may narrow the focus of your topic as you see fit.
    Purpose and Audience
    The purpose of your essay is to identify, define, and analyze the problem, and then provide a solution to address it. You’ll use the third-person point of view.
    Your audience is made up of your fellow Penn Foster classmates. Many will agree with you, while others will disagree. You need to present evidence to support your analysis and solution, and convince your audience through the strength of your argument and the feasibility of your solution, to side with you.
    Research Requirement
    You’re required to use a minimum of four secondary sources in your essay. Use the Research Writing and Citation and Documentation webinar, Journal Entry 16, and the Argument Essay Research Worksheet to help start your research and organize your essay.
    The required secondary sources are
    At least two articles from Penn Foster’s digital library database, Gale Academic OneFile Select
    At least one nonprofit or government organization (online or print). Look for website domains .org, .edu, and .gov.
    One source that you choose.
    Remember that all sources, no matter where they come from, should be evaluated for accuracy and validity. You may use more than four sources, but you should avoid using more than six. Borrowing too much from too many sources will overwhelm your voice in your essay and negatively affect your grade. It could also lead to plagiarism.
    Process
    Once you’ve chosen your topic, read through the Argument Essay slideshow and watch the Argument Essay Instructions video. You should also complete the Argument Essay Worksheet. This doesn’t need to be turned in, but you should find it helpful.
    You should develop your thesis statement, choose a method of organization, create an outline or graphic organizer, and begin drafting your essay.
    As you draft your essay, ensure that you’re incorporating your sources accurately and responsibly. Remember to include the sources you use in your essay in your list of references.
    You’ll be using APA citation and documentation style to give credit to your sources.
    Begin with an introduction that gives a broad overview of your topic. End this introduction with a thesis statement. Your thesis statement must make your argument and name three supporting reasons. These reasons must be named in the same order they’re discussed in the body paragraphs.
    Each body paragraph must describe one reason, with the exception of the last body paragraph before the conclusion; this paragraph must consider your opposition.
    End with a conclusion that reinforces your thesis statement and names your three reasons.

  • Title: Solving the Problem of Plastic Pollution: A Comprehensive Solution Plan I. Introduction A. Background information on plastic pollution B. Impact of plastic pollution on the environment and human health C. Thesis statement: Plastic

    Now it’s time to create your outline. You will use the research you already completed to create your outline following the format provided. You will also include your works cited page.
    See the example and format on the next page.
    Also, review the video from the previous lesson here: Writing a Problem Solution Essay.

  • Effects of Borders on People and Changing Perspectives Original Discussion Post: Borders have long been a contentious issue, with debates surrounding their purpose, impact, and necessity. However, one aspect that often gets overlooked is the effect of borders on the people who

    Drawing on the reading especially, what are two effects of borders on the people who live near them or cross them? How did this lesson and the readings change the way that you   think about borders, if at all?
    For each Daily Discussion, you will create one original post that includes a discussion question, and respond to one of your classmates’ posts/discussion questions with a response discussion post.
    The original discussion post should be 450-600 words, and must include a discussion question about the readings or course content for that day. Keep in mind the best discussion questions will be:
    Open-ended- Questions cannot be answered with yes/no or either/or
    Answerable by your classmates- Questions do not require extensive knowledge from outside the course, and can be answered using knowledge/experience versus speculation
    Substantive and relevant- Questions should be related to a significant point/argument in the course lesson or readings assigned for the day, and should ask us to consider the point/argument in the context of the themes of this course.
    In addition, you will craft a response post that replies in a substantive manner to a discussion question posed by one of your classmates. The post should be at least 150 words.

  • Career Research Paper Career Research Paper: Marketing Manager Marketing managers are responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies to promote a company’s products or services. They work closely with other departments such as sales, advertising, and product development to ensure that the

    Career Research Paper Directions and Format
    Format: 3 pages, double-spaced, typed, #12 font Content:
    For the Career Research Paper, choose a career that interests you or one suggested by the career assessments done in this class. Answer the following questions in the written paper (paragraph format). Describe the career. What are the typical job duties? Why are you interested in this career?
    Are certain personality types and skills desired and/or required? How does your personality type match this career or not? Go back to your Assessments in CollegeScope to help you answer this.
    What are some advantages and disadvantages of working in this career? What type of environment will you be working in?
    What is a typical day, week, month, year?
    What is the salary or pay? Part time? Full time?
    What is the job outlook? Is there a demand or not in this field? How difficult or not difficult is it to gain employment in this career?
    What are the educational requirements you need to complete to get into this field? Licenses? Experience?
    What are related majors or majors needed for this career?
    What are related occupations for this career? Research other occupations similar that may be of interest.
    What are the growth opportunities?
    What interesting facts did you discover?
    Extra: Find a job advertisement on this career and copy/paste it into your paper. Go to College Central (your campus online job-board you learned about in Week 5 Discussion)
    To research your career, use at least 4 sources of information listed in the bullets below.
    Websites, Texts, E-books, Articles (databases at the library)
    Informational Interview: It is encouraged you use an interview with a person in your career of interest. Go back to the Informational Interview Assignment in Week 3.
    Assessments (Personality, Multiple Intelligences, Learning, Skills). O*Net OnlineLinks to an external site. (You researched this website in CollegeScope. A librarian can help you with this site as well.)
    Occupational Outlook HandbookLinks to an external site.
    Outlook Quarterly and Career Outlook PublicationsLinks to an external site.
    Include a “Works Cited” listing of the sources you used. Get help form the library if you need help with your “Works Cited” format. Visit the Career Center to get help researching.
    Visit the Writing Center for help with your paper.
    Sample Career Research Papers
    Marketing Manager
    English Teacher
    Civil Engineer
    Submission
    Please upload a Word or PDF file/document to this assignment. You can upload multiple documents so you will not make a mistake in uploading.

  • “The Unfolding Plan of God: A Study of God’s Big Picture” Introduction God’s Big Picture by Vaughan Roberts is a comprehensive overview of the Bible, providing readers with a framework for understanding the overarching plan of God throughout history. Roberts

    Please make sure there are two full pages and that you have access to the book. Make sure to use many references from the book.  Use God’s Big Picture and any other reference needed.
    God’s Big Picture

  • Analyzing the Impact of Aryana’s Music on Diverse Audiences Introduction: Aryana, a young Afghan-American artist, has been making waves in the music industry with her unique blend of traditional Afghan music and contemporary pop. While her music

    Thank you for your resubmission. This essay is much stronger in terms of its focus. Much more defined. While I enjoyed your thesis about Aryana, the remainder of your essay had similar issues as mentioned in the previous draft.
    More specifically, I wanted to know which part of her lyrics speak to people from other cultures and demographics. This is a large part of the prompt, and is unfortunately still missing from this essay.  
    The teacher comments