Topic: Haitian migrants and the usage of Title 42 Policy to expel migrants at the Border
Final Research Paper: Assignment Description
In the final paper you will use elements of what we have been working on throughout the semester to research a topic of your choosing, build an annotated bibliography, and write a 5–7 page research paper.
Your topic may be a debatable issue (one about which intelligent, reasonable, well-meaning people could disagree) or it may be expository (problem and solution, exemplification, explain/inform, describe, analyze, explore etc.). Whichever you choose it must display synthesis, an integration of two or more sources our of which you create an original idea. We will talk more about this about in greater detail as you begin the process of writing a thesis.
Debatable issue paper Expository (informative) paper
A debatable issue is one about which intelligent, well-meaning people might disagree; it does not need to be a highly controversial topic. Keep an open mind as you read a variety of sources reflecting different points of view.
The thesis statement for an expository essay will suggest the kind of structure the paper will follow (e.g., problem and solution or exemplification) and will consist of one or two sentences that state the main idea of the paper and tell readers what to expect.
Whichever type you choose, it may be useful for you to write this on your major area of research; the work of organizing your ideas for someone who is not already familiar with your topic may help you present it later in your academic or professional career.
For this essay find 3-5 sources, and synthesize the information in your paper. There is information in Hacker about research papers on pages 329-346. (R1a – R2c). Also read pp. 449-450 (APA-3d) on synthesizing. We will talk more about both research papers and synthesizing in class, and you will be assigned homework on these topics.
Please use APA documentation in your paper. You will also hand in an annotated bibliography as part of this assignment. We will talk more about this in class.
Goals
The goals of this assignment are for you to practice new skills such as:
1. Sustaining academic writing and research over a longer paper
2. Writing an annotated bibliography
3. Synthesizing information from several sources
You will also practice skills you have developed this semester, such as
1. Researching your ideas via credible sources from library databases, online resources, etc.
2. Smoothly and correctly incorporating sources you are quoting, summarizing and paraphrasing (ICE)
3. Reading critically
4. Taking careful notes to avoid plagiarism
Grading
The paper will be graded on the content, language and organization of the following:
1. An introduction that provides an overview of the issue and background information
2. A clear statement of your thesis in the introduction that makes it clear what your paper is going to be about, and gives brief information on how you will address the issue
3. Ability to synthesize outside information into a clear, non-superficial, well-reasoned or well-explained paper
4. A conclusion that briefly summarizes what you have discussed, while also giving readers a little extra to reflect on, or making a call to action
5. Three to five sources that are smoothly integrated, and correctly cited.
Length: 1500-2000 words (not including the References page)
Formatting: Standard academic formatting, APA style
Please remember the topic is ‘‘Haitian migrants and the usage of Title 42 Policy to expel migrants at the Border’’
Points Criteria
Content
30 points
• Clear synthesis of student’s ideas and sources; this paper is a “conversation” and not a summary
• Clear and accurate title, introduction and thesis statement introduce the ideas in the paper and prepare the reader for what is coming
• Ideas and development of ideas are not superficial; they have been carefully thought through and developed
• A clear conclusion which summarizes/and/or briefly suggests options and/or briefly leaves the reader with something to think about.
• Key term or terms are defined and clearly understandable in the context of the paper
Organization
30 points • Accurate topic sentence for each paragraph or new idea
• Logical ordering of ideas within paragraphs and between paragraphs; logic relates to and supports the thesis statement
• Good integration of all content (coherence)
• No new subjects are introduced in the conclusion.
• Coherence across paragraphs and within paragraphs allows reader to move easily from one idea to the next
• Reader does not have to work to figure out who or what is being referred to.
Language
20 Points • The use of English is clear; basic errors of grammar/vocabulary/syntax are minimal and do not interfere with comprehension. I do not have to re-read for understanding due to errors in English.
• Correct English in use of signal phrases and transitions (coherence)
• Paraphrasing and summarizing are clear and correct; paraphrasing is more than just replacing vocabulary
• No errors in parallel structures
Citation
20 Points • At least three correctly cited outside sources in an APA reference page.
• Technically correct integration of quoting, phrasing, summarizing (i.e., appropriately placed quotation marks, commas used correctly, etc.)
• Clear integration of quotes and paraphrases for in-text citations (ICE)
• Only reliable sources, as discussed in class, are used
Note 1: Some of these categories overlap. For example, errors in language may affect comprehension of the content, which may make it hard to follow the organization of the paper. In turn, lack of organization may make it difficult to understand the content.
Note 2: You may receive up to 2 negative points if the paper does not follow standard academic formatting. (This refers to the formatting of the paper, and not the formatting of information related to citing your sources.)
Please use these references or any related good reference you see fit.
1. https://www.hrw.org/news/2021/09/21/us-treatment-haitian-migrants-discriminatory#
2. https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/research/guide-title-42-expulsions-border
3. https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/sites/default/files/research/title_42_expulsions_at_the_border.pdf (It is the PDF of the above link)
4. https://www.cfr.org/in-brief/why-are-haitian-migrants-gathering-us-border
5. https://www.dhs.gov/news/2021/09/30/secretary-mayorkas-announces-new-immigration-enforcement-priorities
6. Department of Homeland Security guidelines : https://www.ice.gov/doclib/news/guidelines-civilimmigrationlaw.pdf
Please read the rubric carefully, and let me know if you have any questions or require clarifications