Ethan Malan

RequirementsRequirements?Takes a position on (makes an argument for) a question regarding a social, political, cultural issue that relates to sports! Op-eds are not reportage or literature reviews. Check out the resources at https://www.theopedproject.org/oped-basics, and read a few op-ed sections of newspapers for examples and more background. ?Cites at least one social science (ie political science, economics, psychology, sociology etc) study on the topic of sports (ie an academic study, n...

Evaluation criteria based on syllabus marking scaleOur evaluation of the paper will be based on the marking scale included on the syllabus. In addition to written comments, we will be using the rubric on our Nexus site. a. notice critical details from a text b. link details to a specific issue treated by the text c. define this issue clearly and explain why these details are important d. construct a thesis that is creative and specific (rather than obvious and general) e. incorporate...

Scope and Focus of Essay TopicsThe ability to read both primary and secondary sources critically and to synthesize information from multiple sources is a key skill for the study of history. The presentation of research and argumentation in a coherent and well-structured written document is necessary for many fields. This essay assignment asks that you practice both these skill set.  You have a good deal of freedom in deciding the scope of content to cover except that this Essay is about...