Research Paper: Exploratory Argument
The purpose of an exploratory argument is to explore as many sides of a particular issue as possible. The concept of an exploratory argument is to start without an end in mind. You may not necessarily know how you feel about a subject or what you want to say about the subject, you allow the research and your own direction to determine the outcome. This is writing to learn rather than writing to prove what you know. The exploratory argument builds on an inquiry— a claim — by having you look at and contribute to a range of arguments rather than just one at a time. Furthermore, the exploratory essay asks you to widen your vision to the whole conversation. Remember to keep your rhetorical situations in mind.
This essay must be in MLA formatting and style. Additionally, remember to cite your sources very carefully. Failure to do so or to do so correctly will be considered plagiarism, and will result in a zero on the assignment and possible failure of the course.
Assignment Summary:
Topic: Write an exploratory argument on a subject/topic of your choice.
Requirements: You must use at least seven (7) external academic and/or popular sources, though you may use more; the use of any sources must be attributed in the text of the research paper and bibliographical information must follow on the last page under the centered heading “Works Cited”.
Format: Must be in MLA format
Length: At least 5 full pages not including the “Works Cited”