I have included the template in the download section. Please read the topic i wrote on for the topic, I also attached that. It had to be on the topic I included.
This week, you will submit a detailed outline of your term paper. Your submission must include sections corresponding to the following subheadings:
Technical Aspects Provides necessary medical and scientific information to understand the issue.
Public Policy Describes current and proposed changes in public policy/law.
Arguments For and Against Include a summary of the arguments in favor of and opposed to specific interventions, techniques, or products and a discussion of underlying ethical principles. Discuss the public policy with two additional argumentative paragraphs- one discussing the in favor of and one paragraph discussing the opposing argument
Conclusion Expresses your personal opinion regarding the importance of the topic and the strength of the pro and con arguments.
Topic Sentences and Paragraph Transitions Each section of your outline should include topic sentences and paragraph transitions that tie your significant points together.
Detail Sufficient to Evaluate your Thinking Write complete thoughts.
Quotes and Paraphrases Include from three outside sources, indicated by APA in-text citations. Sources should be less than five years old unless recent research is not available, and at least one reference must be a peer-reviewed article from a professional journal. Do not use Wikipedia or an encyclopedia as they are not considered reliable academic sources and will not be accepted.
Proper APA Formatting Include a Title Page and References. No Abstract is required for this assignment.
Points: 60
Rubric
PHIL_434_OL – Outline Rubric
PHIL_434_OL – Outline Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
48to >37.92 pts
Meets Expectations
The outline includes several high quality, thought provoking ideas/points which are skillfully used to creatively and completely support the thesis, adding new insight to the discussion. Outline demonstrates a well-balanced approach to researching the topic (subcategories are of equal significance under each body paragraph). Subtopics are specific and avoid generalities. Subtopics demonstrate extensive research and thought on the topic.
37.92to >28.32 pts
Approaches Expectations
The outline includes some thought provoking ideas/points that support the thesis. Outline generally demonstrates a well-balanced approach to researching the topic (some subcategories are of equal significance under each body paragraph). Subtopics are mostly specific and but there may be some generalities. Subtopics demonstrate a moderate amount of research and thought on the topic.
28.32to >0 pts
Does Not Meet Expectations
Outline illustrates little thought or insight into a thesis. Subtopics indicate a singular approach to the research or a cursory approach to the research. Subtopics are general or insignificant toward supporting the topic. Minimal research and thought on the topic is presented.
48 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and APA Formatting
12to >9.48 pts
Meets Expectations
The assignment follows current APA style format consistently and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly.
9.48to >7.08 pts
Approaches Expectations
The assignment follows current APA style format consistently with only isolated and inconsistent mistakes and/or has a few grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Most sources are cited and referenced correctly.
7.08to >0 pts
Does Not Meet Expectations
The assignment does not follow current APA style format and/or has many grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Many sources are cited and referenced incorrectly or citations and references are missing.
