Task: Take a stance on a world issue and write an argumentative essay proving your side of the discussion. The paper will then be presented to the class during the month of May. You must research a number of outlets that reflect a variety of viewpoints on your chosen topic. However, in the end you are to argue one side of the discussion topic only. This ISU is worth 15% of your overall mark.

Submitted document will be to turnitin.com. Due dates are the following;

Assigned Topic Annotated Bibliography

Final Paper Presentation Date

Week of Jan 8th to 12th

End ofMarch

Extension to May 7/8th

Start May 9/10th

Final Paper: due May 7/8 th Task: Write a final paper is the form of an argumentative essay. It should have an introduction, background, 3 body paragraphs, counterargument, and a conclusion. (Refer to Argumentative Paper Format)

Format: Your document will include a title page, essay, and references comprised of the sources used in the paper. You must properly source researched information through the body of the paper with in-text citations. Record all information in your paper in APA format and source it in the reference page. Pictures, diagrams, charts, graphs, etc. should be sourced and recorded in a separate section of the reference page.

*Refer to rubric for marks and submit to turnitin.com on or before the due date (5% late marks/day)

Final Presentation: Start May 9/10 th Task: Present your final paper to the class.

Format: The presentation of your paper should be prepared to last 10-15 minutes in length. The presentation should include an introduction, main arguments, and a conclusion. There is the option of preparing a video of the presentation that can be shown to the class. However, you are still required to answer the questions in person. Speakers and a projector are available, but you are responsible for any other technology needed, such as a computer.

Canadian & World Issues Summative Assignment CGW 4U

*Refer to rubric for full marks.