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For this essay, you will select one of the sources that you intend…
For this essay, you will select one of the sources that you intend to support your argument. Which source you choose is up to you; however, it should be substantial enough that you will be able to talk about it at length, and intricate enough that it will keep you (and your reader) interested.
The introduction of this paper will involve introducing the source: After you recap your argument, provide the author, the title, and the context (where you found the source, where it was originally published, who sponsored it, etc.)
You will then go on to evaluate the source on two levels:
Credibility (at least one full paragraph): Using the information in this unit as a guide, evaluate the source’s authenticity and reliability. Look at all the information that you can find about the source to establish the author’s (or sponsor’s) trustworthiness.
Usefulness (at least one full paragraph): Using a combination of summary and analysis, examine the source on a critical level. Determine what the source’s purpose (thesis) is, and how it arrives at that goal. Examine its value to you and the project you are working on. How will it help you prove your own points? How might it come in handy to back up a claim (or address a counter-claim)?
Reflection Questions
What types of questions did you ask yourself when evaluating the credibility and usefulness of your source? (2- 3 sentences)
How do you feel this evaluation practice will help you as you continue to move through the research process? (2- 3. sentences)
The Research Question, Thesis, and Outline Topic of choice:
Rather than ending at age eighteen, compulsory education in the United States should be lifelong in order to improve civic engagement, teach new skills, and stave off cognitive decline, thus extending life expectancies.
Research Question:
How can lifelong compulsory education in the United States improve civic engagement, teach new skills, and stave off cognitive decline?
Working Thesis:
Lifelong compulsory education in the United States can benefit individuals and society by promoting civic engagement, providing opportunities for continuous skill development, and mitigating cognitive decline, thereby contributing to increased life expectancies.
Outline:?
I. Introduction?A. Background information on compulsory education?B. Importance of lifelong learning?C. Thesis statement
II. Lifelong Learning for Civic Engagement
A. Importance of civic engagement
B. The role of education in promoting civic engagement
C. Examples of lifelong learning programs for civic engagement
1. Community involvement programs
2. Social impact initiatives
D. Benefits of lifelong learning for civic engagement
1. Increased political participation
2. Improved social interactions
E. Sources:
1. Brookfield (2017) on critical thinking and civic engagement
2. Cedefop (2015) on lifelong learning and active citizenship
III. Lifelong Learning for Skill Development?A. Importance of skill development in a changing world?B. The role of education in promoting skill development?C. Examples of lifelong learning programs for skill development?1. Professional development courses?2. Technical training programs?D. Benefits of lifelong learning for skill development?1. Improved employability?2. Increased personal growth?E. Sources:?1. Carnevale and Smith (2013) on skill development and labor market?2. Field and Schuller (2004) on lifelong learning and personal growth
IV. Lifelong Learning for Cognitive Health?A. Importance of cognitive health in aging populations?B. The role of education in promoting cognitive health?C. Examples of lifelong learning programs for cognitive health?1. Continuing education courses?2. Cognitive training programs?D. Benefits of lifelong learning for cognitive health?1. Delayed onset of cognitive decline?2. Improved quality of life?E. Sources:?1. Rebok et al. (2014) on cognitive training and aging?2. Fabel et al. (2013) on lifelong learning and brain plasticity
V. Counterarguments and Responses?A. Counterargument 1: Cost and accessibility?1. Response: Lifelong learning programs can be affordable and accessible?B. Counterargument 2: Limited interest and motivation?1. Response: Lifelong learning programs can be tailored to individual needs and interests
VI. Conclusion?A. Summary of key points?B. Reiteration of thesis statement?C. Implications for policy and practice
