Assignment Task:
Surveillance in Public Spaces:
- Sample Topic 1: Examine the rise of surveillance technologies in public spaces, such as CCTV cameras and facial recognition systems.
- Sample Topic 2: Discuss the impact of public surveillance on social behavior and the concept of a surveillance society.
- Sample Topic 3: Evaluate the legal and ethical implications of using surveillance technology for law enforcement and public safety.
Suggested Structure for Argumentative Essays:
1. Introduction:
- Introduce the topic and its relevance in the digital age.
- Provide a clear thesis statement outlining your argument or position.
2. Background and Context:
- Provide a brief history and overview of the surveillance technology or privacy issue being discussed.
- Explain key concepts and terminology for readers unfamiliar with the topic.
3. Main Argument/Analysis:
- Present your main arguments or analysis in a structured manner.
- Use evidence, examples, and case studies to support your points.
- Address potential counterarguments and provide rebuttals.
4. Implications and Consequences:
- Discuss the broader implications of the issue on society, law, and individual rights.
- Analyze potential future developments and their impact on privacy and surveillance.
5. Conclusion:
- Summarize key points and restate the thesis in light of the arguments presented.
- Offer recommendations or solutions to address the issues discussed.
- Conclude with a call to action or a reflection on the importance of balancing surveillance and privacy in the digital age.
- Requirements
- 1-inch margins
- Double spaced
- 12-point Times New Roman font
- Title page
- In-text citations, Paraphrasing and Quoting
- References page (minimum of 8 outside scholarly sources in addition to course text and/or edapt) Properly Verified.