Axia College Material

Appendix A

Final Project Overview and Timeline

Final Project Overview

Your COM/156 Final Project consists of a persuasive essay written in Microsoft® Word. The purpose of the paper is to persuade the reader to agree with your viewpoint of the topic that you will choose in Week One.

This persuasive essay must contain the following elements:

• Content and Development

o The paper is a minimum of 1,000 words and is appropriate for the audience. o Appropriate use of font sizes is incorporated. o The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points. o The essay develops a central theme or idea, directed toward the appropriate audience. o Major points are clearly stated; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically. o The conclusion is logical and reviews the major points.

• Readability and Style

o Paragraph transitions are logical and maintain the flow throughout the paper. o Tone is appropriate to the content and assignment. o Sentences are clear and concise.

• Mechanics

o Citations of original works within the body of the presentation follow Short Form Writing Style Guide. o Presentation is laid out with effective use of headings, font sizes, and white space. o Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed. o Spelling is correct.

Final Project Timeline

You should budget your time wisely and work on your project throughout the course. As outlined below, some assignments in the course are designed to assist you in creating your final project. If you complete your course activities and use the feedback provided by the instructor, you will be on the right track to successfully complete your project.

□ Suggested in Week Two: Choose a topic for your final paper. A list of potential topics will be provided to you. This week you will also state your position on the topic.

□ Suggested in Week Three: Complete an outline of your paper.

□ Suggested in Week Four: Complete the thesis statement for your paper and write at least two supporting paragraphs containing a minimum of 4 to 6 sentences each.

□ Suggested in Week Seven: Complete a rough draft of your final paper. This draft must be a minimum of 900 words.

□ Suggested in Week Eight: Review the feedback provided by your instructor and incorporate the changes into your final paper.

□ Suggested in Week Nine: Complete your final paper. This final persuasive essay must be a minimum of 1,000 words.