Helpful Hints for the Dilemma Paper
1. Download the template for the paper. Rename it correctly now, but
add "Draft1" to your first draft. After each draft change the last
number. (i.e. Draft2). When done editing the paper, remove "Draft#."
2. Print out the paper requirements including the matrix (these are at
the end of the template for the paper). Refer to these at least once a
day. Read the requirements for
papers
and examine the MLA Sample paper from Purdue OWL:
pdf .
3. Gather your sources for citations.This should include a search of
materials on the course website, the Cook Library
Music
Subject Guide, and other sources.
4. Construct an outline for the dilemma paper. Your outline might be
along these lines:
• Introductory paragraph ending
with the thesis statement
• Summary paragraphs. Overview
of course readings, paragraphs 1, 2, 3... giving reasons for and
against. Notice that I have called this a "dilemma." If you don't see
the difficulties with advocating for one position above another, you
are not fully understanding the dilemma.
• Provide a transitional
paragraph or statement preparing your reader for advocating the one
assigned position.
• Paragraphs with statements for
your assigned position. Reasons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5...
• Concluding paragraph.
5. Reference each citation in your paper. Add more as you continue to
write your paper.
6. Polish and edit your work. Refer to the sample paper. Go to the
writing center for help. Have someone read and suggest changes in your
paper.