This essay must be written in the argumentative mode, and you will incorporate research into it. The primary purpose of this argumentative essay is to convince readers to think the way you do about a subject. To accomplish this goal, you must establish a reasonable and thoughtful argument supporting a position on an issue.
Your essay should have the following parts:
In-Text Citations
Introduction which includes your thesis statement
Body paragraphs that state your reasons with supporting evidence
Refutation – acknowledge the opposing view, but explain why your position is the correct one
Conclusion
Reference page with a list of sources used in the essay.
You are allowed to select your own topic for this assignment. If you would like topic suggestions, please ask. I will be glad to be of assistance.
You must have at least 5 reliable and appropriate authoritative sources in a variety of formats published within the last 5 years. Avoid the use of Wikipedia in academic research.
Support your position with evidence. The following are different ways to support your argument:
Facts – a powerful means of convincing
Statistics – Be sure your statistics come from responsible sources. Always cite your sources.
Quotations – Direct quotations from leading experts effectively support your position.
Examples – Examples enhance your meaning and make your ideas concrete. They are the proof that backs up your point.
Formatting Guidelines:
Double Spaced, 1” margins, Times New Roman font in 12-point size, and formatted according to APA guidelines
Use APA format for Title page and page numbers
Use APA format for In-text citations and References page
This assignment should be 8 pages not including Title page and References page
Avoid the use of 1st and 2nd person. Must be written in 3rd person point of view
This assignment should be an original creation for this course session and not a reworking of any previous essay submission from any prior course experience.
The assignment should also include a large amount of the student’s own ideas and words rather than merely a linking together of a series of quotes or paraphrases.
Special requirements
I already selected the references. Here are the references to use
References
The case against masks at school – the Atlantic. (n.d.). Retrieved February 16, 2022, from https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2022/01/kids-masks-schools-weak-science/621133/
Cerebral and systemic physiological effects of … – pnas.org. (n.d.). Retrieved February 16, 2022, from https://www.pnas.org/content/118/41/e2109111118
Covid-19: Important potential side effects of … – the BMJ. (n.d.). Retrieved February 16, 2022, from https://www.bmj.com/content/369/bmj.m1435/rr-40
It’s time to end mandatory masks in schools | time. (n.d.). Retrieved February 16, 2022, from https://time.com/6145291/end-mandatory-masks-schools/
States are ending school mask mandates. should my child … (n.d.). Retrieved February 16, 2022, from https://www.today.com/health/health/states-ending-mask-mandates-schools-rcna16160
Thesis
The topic of my research paper will be mask wearing in schools during the Covid pandemic. This has been a very popular and controversial topic since the return of students to in person learning during the pandemic. The governor of New York along with many surrounding governors have issued mask mandates for schools and school districts are required to comply ir can risk funding coming from the state. While school superintendents may disagree, they feel they have no choice other than to comply. School board meetings are now taken over by angry parents fighting for their children and their rights to choose whether they want to send their children to school in masks or not. While there are valid points to both sides, I feel masks are causing more harm than protection to students in the classroom. This is American and parents should be given a choice when it comes to their children and do what is best for their family. The argument is not whether masks protect against covid as without a doubt they may help with the spread of the virus. Some parents may want to send their kids to school in a mask, that is perfectly fine, and their decision will be respected. The argument is whether they should be mandated and forced for everyone or not. I personally feel when it comes to my son that it is my body, my child and my choice. In my opinion, masks due to more damage than good and the mandates and nonsense need to end. We will not continue to comply. I want to have a choice as a parent. As we continue to fight the Covid pandemic with no end in sight, masks should become optional for children in schools and parents should be given the choice to send their child in with a mask or not.