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Answer & Explanation:Persuasive Essay Final Draft This
essay explores the persuasive mode, one of the more common kinds of
writing you’ll experience throughout your college and professional
career. Your goal is to persuade your audience to consider your position
on a controversial subject. Understand, there is seldom a definitive
right or wrong answer in anything. You should anticipate the real
possibility that some of your readers will not initially agree with you
on your stance. Part of this essay requires that you take opposing
viewpoints into consideration when making your argument. By truthfully
representing the strengths of your opponent’s point of view, you show
that you have considered more than one option when making your decision.
This gives you more clout with your audience. Criteria The final draft of your essay should contain the following basic features: A well-defined issue that is controversial by natureA clear thesis statement that demonstrates the position you will be taking throughout this essayA treatment of at least three reputable sources, at least one drawn from the EBSCO database, and at least one of them supporting your claimA counter argument with at least one credible source defending the opposing viewpointA refutation to or compromise with the counter argument In addition to the above, the final draft of your essay should be

: From 900 to 1200 words in length, typed in Times New Roman, 12pt. font, double-spaced, with one inch marginsWritten primarily in third personEdited for spelling, mechanical, grammatical, and typing errors Grading Criteria Maximum Points Meets or exceeds established assignment criteria. 900-1200 words in length                                                     10 A clear thesis statement                                                        10 One strong opinion on a controversial issue                             10 Incorporated feedback/shows improvement from rough draft  10 40 Demonstrates an understanding of lesson concepts.  Well supported facts and evidence given 20 Clearly presents well-reasoned ideas and concepts. Used 3 reputable sources                     10  Used 1 EBSCO Host source 10  Used 1 credible counter argument source 10 30 Use of proper mechanics, punctuation, sentence structure, and spelling. Attempts APA style guidelines.  APA style attempted                                             4          Third person voice only                                           3  Grammar and proofreading                                     3 10 Total 100