Assignment:
For your Module 5 course project (Rough Draft) you will be required to choose a controversial environmental topic to research. This can be anything related to environmental science and the broad scope of this course. Some examples are as follows:
Keystone Pipeline
Genetically Modified Organisms
Stem Cell Research
Global Warming
Global Climate Change
Deforestation
Overpopulation
Industrial Waste
Ozone Layer Depletion
These are just a few examples to consider. You might also consider a local environmental issue from your home state or home town that is controversial (the pollution of a local river, pollution of tap water, air pollution, etc.) - your topic choice can be anything that interests you as long as it is within the realm of the course. Choose a topic that interests you personally - your research will be that much easier!Once you have chosen your topic, you may begin your research. I have included below the instructions for your Rough Draft as detailed in the classroom:
Throughout your Rough Draft, you must utilize a minimum of 6 scholarly sources. The final paper should be double-spaced, 12 point, and at least 6 to 8 pages in length (EXCLUDING TITLE PAGE AND REFERENCES PAGE) with citations in APA format.
Make sure you have answered the following:
1. Is there a clear statement of the issue? (clearly state both sides of the controversy)
2. Can you tell who is involved and why are they involved? (who are the Major Players? Stakeholders on both sides?)
3. Are their arguments well supported by research? (Provide specific and detailed examples to support both sides of the controversy)