Essay Outline

Essay Outline

A. Introduction /5 marks

Background Information – provide information to set the scene in terms of

time, place and key players) /3 marks

Background InformationExample #1

• Bullying in North America has been on the rise. In 2008, 40 000 adolescents reported being physically or verbally abused by their peers.

• With changes in technology, programs such as facebook, msn, and my space, have aided in the growth of “cyberbullying”. A form of bullying that is much more difficult to detect.

• In 2009, 35 students in North York Public School reported cases of on-line bullying. Some reported private emails going public, others of online intimidation, threats and taunting.

Background InformationExample #2

In 2001, over 10, 000 teens, aged 14-19, across Canada reported that they had been victims of cyber bullying. Technological advancements have provided teens with another avenue to bully; online chat, text messaging, and taunting emails. This new age bullying plays a detrimental role in one’s personal, mental attitude and personal growth into adulthood.

Essay OutlineA. Introduction /5 marks

Background Information – provide information to set the scene in terms of time, place and key players) /3 marks

The Issue

The Research Question – Why, despite efforts to build awareness, is bullying among those aged 14-19 still on the rise in Canada?

The Thesis – In Canada, bullying among those aged 14-19 is on the rise due to the psychological instability of those bullying and primarily due sociological factors.

Key term

2 Areas of Argument (weakest to strongest)Weakest:Strongest:/2 marks

Essay Outline

The Thesis – In Canada, bullying among those aged 14-19 is on the rise due to the psychological instability of those bullying and primarily due sociological factors.

Argument #1Psychological

Argument 2Sociological

Factor 1 (weaker)ADHD

Factor 2 (stronger)Lack of Self-esteem

Factor 1 (weaker)School environment

Factor 2 (stronger)Home life

 

B. First Area of Argument /10 marksFirstly, …… (mini thesis including factors weakest to strongest).

ie. Firstly, the psychological instability of adolescents aged 14-19 has aided in the rise of bullying in Canada, due to _______________ and ______________.

factor 1 factor 2

First FactorEach factor is a general statement which supports the argumentEach factor should be stated as a complete sentenceEach set of two factors should be ranked from weakest to strongest

Evidence- In point form, provide evidence for each factor- Keep evidence relevant-If using a quote ensure that the author or speaker is indicated and provide context (when/where it was stated or written). -each evidence piece write a notation (author/title/RN #) to help you later with footnotes.

Second Factor

Evidence

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C. Second Area of Argument /10 marks

Secondly, ….(mini these including factors weakest to strongest)

First Factor - Evidence- - -

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• D. Bibliography or Works Consulted (using correct Chicago/MLA style, minimum of 6 (8+ preferred) quality sources, must include book source).

/2 marks

• E. Research Notes (using correct Chicago/MLA style, minimum of 6 (8+ preferred) quality sources, must include book source). Ensure that your notes are color-coded.

/3 marks