Introduction: identify the issue that will be discussed and state your position on that
issue.
2. Body of the paper: present the main argument. In this section, you should include the
following sections:
o Provide background information on the issue.
o Provide evidence supporting your position on the issue.
o Discuss both sides of the issue, which address and refute arguments that
contradict your position.
3. Conclusion: restate the key points and, where applicable, suggest resolutions to the issue.
4. References: The references page should acknowledge all the sources used for obtaining
information. Use the APA guidelines.
While I do not have a hard rule about the exact number of sources, I expect at least 5 peer
reviewed sources – these include articles, books, chapters in edited volumes — published
by reputable sources (university presses, major commercial publishers, research
institutes, etc.). You can also use other sources (web, non- peer reviewed academic or
policy publications, official websites, or publications of int’l organizations, etc.). Note
that Wikipedia-type sources should not be used as these can be edited by anyone and are
not subject to rigorous review by scholars in the field.
Format: Use Microsoft Word. The paper should be double spaced, Times New Roman, 12pt
font size