Guidelines for Opinion Papers

HED 8250

1) Is your paper well planned and logically developed?

 

2) Are you consistent in your views?

 

3) Have you anticipated major arguments from opposing viewpoints?

 

4) Are major points well documented?

 

5) If references are used are they properly formatted and up-to- date?

 

6) Did you select one of the assigned topics without digressing?

 

7) Did you proofread the paper for spelling and grammatical errors?

NOTE: This paper must be typewritten and double spaced and be between three to five pages in length. Please put your name on the back of the last page of the assignment.

Possible Topics for Opinion Papers

Abortion

Sexual Harassment

Pornography

School Based Clinics

The Law, Rape, and Sexual Abuse

Homosexuality

The Rights of AIDS Victims

Sex Education in Public Schools