Writing Assignment #5: Xlandia White Paper

Schedule

Details Checklist

Assessment

The Xlandia White Paper is a major paper that helps you develop/demonstrate your mastery of the Envision Graduation Portfolio Performance Outcomes for a History/Social Science Investigation. The Xlandia White Paper assesses your ability to research and solve a problem, use evidence to support the best solution, consider various perspectives, apply logical reasoning, and communicate your response.

What is a “White Paper”?

Originally, the term white paper was used as shorthand to refer to an official government report, indicating that the document is authoritative and informative in nature. Writers typically use this genre when they argue a specific position or propose a solution to a problem, addressing the audience outside of their organization. Typically, the purpose of a white paper is to advocate that a certain position is the best way to go or that a certain solution is best for a particular problem.

The Assignment

Write a “white paper” for ARFX that:

Content Requirements

I. Introduction: What is the situation, condition, or problem that Xlandia is currently facing? Briefly summarize your solution. (1–2 pages)

II. Background Research and Solutions: What are the different features of democratic systems for Xlandia to consider and why? Provide a summary of relevant and essential information that enables the audience to grasp the issues you are examining. Propose a solution and justify your response. Explain the conditions that help strengthen a democracy. (3–4 pages)

In this section, you should cover the following with at least a paragraph each:

III. Conclusion: Speculate and make predictions about Xlandia’s future and include any advice to its leaders about how they can develop conditions that will sustain their democracy. (1–2 pages)

Paper Requirements


Posted by Justin Wells : 01/04/2009