ENC 1101 Issue Analysis Essay   

The purpose of this essay is to identify and analyze a significant issue or topic of discussion in your field of study or meta-major or planned career. First, you will explore and consider various viewpoints on the issue through reading, researching, and writing.  This exploration will include three elements: your perspective, the perspectives of others in the field, and the perspectives of various authors of articles you have read.  Then you will craft a specific thesis in regard to the issue, utilizing academic resources to support your position and to explore various perspectives of the issue. Finally, you will propose a possible answer or solution(s) to the issue.   

Characteristics of the Issue Analysis Essay 

A successful essay 

·         provides an engaging introduction that offers the reader some background information on this issue. 

·         presents a thesis that offers a sophisticated and nuanced understanding of this issue as it relates to your meta-major or chosen career path. 

·         supports the thesis through well-developed paragraphs that are organized strategically. 

·         presents an objective stance by the use of third-person voice. 

·         includes specific details and evidence with regard to the problem. 

·         correctly integrates quotations and conforms to MLA documentation and format guidelines. 

Topic:  Now that we have read the primary text, discuss factors students should consider when choosing a major.  As you explore this topic, you may consider some of the below questions:

·         Why is it hard for some students to select a major?

·         What are some pros and cons of choosing a major in the arts?

·         What are some pros and cons of choosing a STEM major?

·         How did you arrive at your decision to enter your major?

·         Should money be a determining factor in deciding a major/career?

·         Should student debt influence a student’s decision when selecting a major/career?

Length of Paper: 3 – 5 pages