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INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Choose one topic from the list. Write on comparisons OR contrasts, NOT BOTH. In all instances, use your own observations. No research is necessary.
• Compare or contrast two businesses to determine which one you prefer; for example, Tim Hortons or Starbucks, Canadian Tire or Home Depot, Future Shop or Best Buy, H&M or Old Navy. Use your own observations.
• Compare or contrast Facebook vs. Twitter (or two other social media sites) as a) marketing tools to determine which is effective; or b) as communication tools to determine which is effective. Use your own observations.
• Compare or contrast two reality TV shows to determine which is successful; for example, The Amazing Race and Fear Factor, American Idol and The Voice, Dragon’s Den and Shark’s Den. Use your own observations.
2. Week 4: Determine topic.
Week 4, in-class: Brainstorm ideas for topic; develop Outline.
Week 5 or 6: Submit Outline for feedback.
Week 5 or 6: Submit a draft to “Pearson Tutor Services.” Go to the main page in My Foundations Lab and click on “Writing.” Follow the instructions for uploading your essay. A Pearson tutor will review your draft and send you feedback. Use this feedback to improve your essay.
3. Your essay must be 600-800 words (2-2.5 pages), typed, and DOUBLE-SPACED. Format your essay following APA format.
4. ATTACH TO YOUR FINAL ESSAY: a) your Pearson tutor’s feedback.
5. The essay is due Week 7. If you submit the essay after Week 7, it is considered late and marks will be deducted. Remember, you can drop it off at any time in the Drop Box outside Rm. 398F, just send me an email informing me you have done so.
6. An essay that is copied, in any way, from another author or source, will receive 0.
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