Hello!
How are you? Here is our 2nd writing assignment for this semester - writing an argumentative composition about an economic issue.
Theme
Our theme, as mentioned, is on economics. There are many different topics within economics you could write on that are based on the "Money and Trade" chapter in the speaking and listening textbook, though you are not limited to the textbook - you can bring in ideas of your own about economic activity and what you think, and could argue, about them.
But if you need ideas for topics, here are some you could explore. You can choose one (1) of these as a basis for an argument:
Guidelines
In the case of economic issues, exchange of money and goods alone are not the only things that are important. Things such as class (階級), social standing, employment (仕事、雇用) and/or politics all have some impact or another on economic activity.
Theme
Our theme, as mentioned, is on economics. There are many different topics within economics you could write on that are based on the "Money and Trade" chapter in the speaking and listening textbook, though you are not limited to the textbook - you can bring in ideas of your own about economic activity and what you think, and could argue, about them.
But if you need ideas for topics, here are some you could explore. You can choose one (1) of these as a basis for an argument:
- The case for a stronger (-or- weaker) yen
- Advantages (-or- disadvantages) of a unified currency such as the euro
- Benefits (-or- problems) of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin
- Positive (-or- negative) effects of a cashless society (no paper money or coins)
- Positive (-or- negative) effects of new electronic payment schemes (such as payment of goods and services with QR codes)
- Problems (-or- opportunities) with barter for low-income people
Deadline (締め切り)
It will be on November 11th (11/11). You have two (2) week(s) to prepare. You should have a rough draft (下書き) for next week (11/4), then have your final draft ready on 11/11.
*NOTE: I know that some of you have a laptop computer or tablet, but not all of you do. So if you have your own computer or laptop, work on your final drafts, and bring your computer or laptop with you, with a USB, to class next week on 6/24.
If you don't have your own computer, bring a USB with you. Outside of class before next week, you should work on your writing on a campus computer, and save your Word file on your USB.
*NOTE: I know that some of you have a laptop computer or tablet, but not all of you do. So if you have your own computer or laptop, work on your final drafts, and bring your computer or laptop with you, with a USB, to class next week on 6/24.
If you don't have your own computer, bring a USB with you. Outside of class before next week, you should work on your writing on a campus computer, and save your Word file on your USB.
Your final draft for 10/28 will be typed on Word, and should be at least 4- 5 paragraphs (段落) long - but if you can go longer, try for it! I encourage you to go longer and build your writing and take your ideas out further as much as you can.
Anything shorter than four (4) paragraphs will not be acceptable. I may ask you to re-write if you bring in less writing than what the assignment asks for.
Please also do not write line-by-line sentences. Remember that you are writing paragraphs (段落), not lists of sentences. I will also ask you to re-write if you hand in a paper that has only lists of sentences on it.
Please also do not write line-by-line sentences. Remember that you are writing paragraphs (段落), not lists of sentences. I will also ask you to re-write if you hand in a paper that has only lists of sentences on it.
I will review with you guidelines in class on 10/21 about Word formatting for your final drafts.
Guidelines
Prepare a rough draft about the topic you want to write on. I will give you some time to do some research, and begin writing, in class.
Important note:
Important note:
The rough and final drafts should have:
- A short introduction showing what your topic is
- The topic, with some background, then focus on details or important points about it to a thesis statement on what you will argue for (-or- against)
- Your argument about it, with details and ideas or theories that have been shown about the economic point and the issues about it
In the case of economic issues, exchange of money and goods alone are not the only things that are important. Things such as class (階級), social standing, employment (仕事、雇用) and/or politics all have some impact or another on economic activity.
2. Be ready with your rough draft next week to read aloud to your classmates, and discuss your topics and research. Getting your classmates' reactions is important, and can help you to deepen your ideas.
* This is very important! You don't have to have your rough draft 100% finished - but you have to have enough content so you can read aloud and discuss your writing! Do not come in with only 1-2 sentences!
* This is very important! You don't have to have your rough draft 100% finished - but you have to have enough content so you can read aloud and discuss your writing! Do not come in with only 1-2 sentences!
3. Based on the readings and any feedback you get from your classmates, then finalize your rough drafts outside of class into final drafts, and be ready to hand in on the deadline day on 11/11!
NEW - here are the board notes for our class on 10/28:
See you next time!
NEW - here are the board notes for our class on 10/28:
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