Midterm Writing Project

Writing Composition – Midterm

Due February 6^th, 2013

In order to demonstrate your progress in your writing, you will write a persuasive writing piece on an issue of your choice. This writing assignment will showcase your competence with persuasive style and ability to use writing for constructive communication.

Assignment: Your task in this composition is to address an arguable issue, take a stance, present your ideas, and refute contradictory ideas. You may use any media/genre you choose, as long as you are able to satisfactorily present a meaningful and thoughtful argument. The following are suggestions for media:

·      Anecdote/short story ·      Poem or collection of poems ·      Letter	·      Traditional essay ·      Song ·      Dialogue
…and many more.

Your composition should be typed in 12-point font, double-spaced, with one-inch margins. It should be no fewer than two pages.

Tips for success on this project:

·      Start early. The more time you allow yourself, the better your argument will be.

·      Ask questions. I’m here to support you throughout this project—you are absolutely welcome to ask for help, to bounce ideas off me, or to just chat.

·      Choose an issue that really matters to you; not only will it be easier for you to write about it, but the writing will have much more life.

·      Be sure to consider all sides and counterarguments; be open-minded enough to understand the opposition’s viewpoint.