perthwestDI.. You will individually write a proposal argument based on the project you will present at Strike-A-Spark. There are two parts to this proposal argument. The first will be a definition of the problem. The second will present your proposed solution and its justification. Part I Problem Definition: 4-5 double-spaced pages, excluding title page, abstract, and references (100 points) In the first part of the proposal, you will define and describe the problem you are addressing. Your goal is to persuade your audience of the significance of the problem and motivate them to want to solve the problem. Your proposal will be evaluated on the effective development of Logos, Ethos, Pathos & Kairos. • Introduce the problem and engage readers' interest in the problem (1 page; 20 points) 0 To be successful in engaging your audience, you must motivate them to care about the problem. This requires you to know who your target audience are, how much they care about the problem, what position you think they will be taking on the issue, and what change you want to bring about in their views or behavior. Clearly and concisely state your thesis, i.e., your proposed solution to the problem. • Background of the problem (3-4 pages; 40 points) Q Search o Clearly and coherently discuss the background of the problem Explain the causes and history of the problem L 200m prtsc home end Insert 510 C41 512 pennwest.br... / Proposa...s I & II Explain the causes and history of the problem Current status - describe who is affected by the problem and what is at stake Describe past and current solutions attempts to solve the problem, detailing impact and outstanding issues. Identify opposing views and addressed them appropriately. Sources (15 points) 0 Use at least 8 sources to develop this section. o Use the STAR (Sufficiency, typicality, accuracy, relevance) criteria to determine the amount of details to include. Be comprehensive but do not overwhelm the audience. Q Search O The information in the proposal should be objective and accurate. While biased sources may be used when appropriate, the paper is not offensive or discriminatory. o Sources cited are current, relevant, credible, and of high quality. All claims, references and quotations in-text are correctly cited in APA style. The 200m 6 Q 10 pennwest.br... / Proposa...s 1 & Il v references and quotations in-text are correctly cited in APA style. The reference list is correctly formatted in APA style, with complete bibliographic details. Only sources cited in-text can be listed in the reference list. Grammar and Organization: (15 points) O Clear writing with correct grammar and spelling. You used jargon sparingly, and only when appropriate. The language is objective and sensitive, and is free from bias and discrimination. • Title Page and Abstract in APA format (10 points) o The abstract is a concise summary (no more than 100 words) that clearly and specifically states the problem and proposes your solution to address the problem. The BLUF (bottom line up front) in the USS Theodore Roosevelt letter is an example. Part II: Proposed Solution, 4-5 double-spaced pages, excluding references (100 points) In this second part, you will present your recommended course of action to address the problem. Your proposal will be evaluated on the effective development of Logos, Ethos, Pathos & Kairos. • Description and Justification of proposed solution (3-4 pages, 60 points) o Explain the specifics of your plan. Search • Demonstrate that your plan is feasible. If appropriate, you may need to provide step-by-step methods of implementing it. o Use different justification claims to persuade your audience your plan can work. For example, use causal claims to show how the steps in your proposal will lead to solving the problem. Of use resemblance claims by comparing your plan to similar proposals that have been successful elsewhere. ZOOM 6 E F8 F9 prt sc F10 home end insert delete F11 F12 a • your plan to similar proposals that have been successful elsewhere. o Make sure the information supporting the effectiveness of the solution are current, relevant and credible. The amount of details meets the STAR (Sufficiency, typicality, accuracy, relevance) criteria but do not overwhelm the audience. o When necessary, identify opposing views or concerns to the proposed solution and addressed them appropriately. Conclusion and Recommendations (1 page, 20 points) o This section succinctly and clearly reaffirms the purpose of the proposal and includes the recommended solution to the problem, if applicable. There is effective development of Logos, Ethos, Pathos & Kairos. • At least 12 References, including references from Part 1 (10 points) о All claims, references and quotations in-text are correctly cited in APA style. The reference list is correctly formatted in APA style, with complete bibliographic details. Only sources cited in-text can be listed in the reference list. Grammar and Organization: (10 points) Q Search zoom 6 includes the recommended solution to the problem, if applicable. There is effective development of Logos, Ethos, Pathos & Kairos. At least 12 References, including references from Part 1 (10 points) o All claims, references and quotations in-text are correctly cited in APA style. The reference list is correctly formatted in APA style, with complete bibliographic details. Only sources cited in-text can be listed in the reference list. Grammar and Organization: (10 points) o Clear writing with correct grammar and spelling. 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