For this class we will follow is called the D.I.E. Framework. Describe, Interpret, and Evaluate. You must describe and define the concept that you have chosen to use. What’s your concept
Put it into your own words. What is the object of this concept
In what kinds of situation might we find this concept
You must then interpret your concept with a real world example. Find an example that really highlights the concept you have chosen. What are possible explanations for this example
Bring the concept to life by highlighting the example you’ve found. How do the two things relate to each other
Finally, you must evaluate your concept and example. Bring in the experts. What do they say about the example you’re using
Where is the controversy
What is the conflict or dilemma
The Guidelines
Five paragraphs
Introduction (3-5 sentences)
Description
Interpretation
Evaluation
Conclusion (3-5 sentences)
Page length: 2 pages (no more, no less)
Font: Times New Roman (12 pt.)
Margins: 1” on all sides
Double spaced
Papers must be submitted as a PDF.
Introduction
Introduce the concept and example (highlight it)
Preview of the body of the paper (what is going to be discussed
)
Body
Paragraph #1 – Description of the issue (in-text citations if necessary)
Paragraph #2 – Interpretation of the issue (in-text citations)
Paragraph #3 – Evaluation of the issue (in-text citations)
Conclusion
Summary of Case. What did you discuss in your paper
No new info!
The Grammar
Page header: Last name and first name (no need for cover page)
Significantly limit use of first person voice
Author’s point of view (“It’s times like these when I thought my father…”) To Kill A Mockingbird
Absolutely no second person voice
Narrative (“You must be the change you see in the world”) Mahatma Gandhi
Absolutely no contractions (isn’t, didn’t, weren’t, won’t, etc.)
You are allowed a single quote of no more than 10 words.
The Sources
APA (Links to an external site.)style is mandatory. Papers without references and/or references page will receive an automatic zero.
Five sources are required. These must be organized alphabetically according to the author’s last name (in references).