Is there a clear statement of the issue?

 For your Module 5 course project (Rough Draft) you will be required to choose a controversial environmental topic to research.  This can be anything related to environmental science and the broad scope of this course.  Some examples are as follows:

Keystone Pipeline

Genetically Modified Organisms

Stem Cell Research

Global Warming

Global Climate Change

Deforestation

Overpopulation

Industrial Waste

Ozone Layer Depletion

These are just a few examples to consider.  You might also consider a local environmental issue from your home state or home town that is controversial (the pollution of a local river, pollution of tap water, air pollution, etc.) – your topic choice can be anything that interests you as long as it is within the realm of the course.  Choose a topic that interests you personally – your research will be that much easier!Once you have chosen your topic, you may begin your research.  I have included below the instructions for your Rough Draft as detailed in the classroom:

Throughout your Rough Draft, you must utilize a minimum of 6 scholarly sources. The final paper should be double-spaced, 12 point, and at least 6 to 8 pages in length (EXCLUDING TITLE PAGE AND REFERENCES PAGE) with citations in APA format.

Make sure you have answered the following:

• Is there a clear statement of the issue? (clearly state both sides of the controversy)
• Can you tell who is involved and why are they involved? (who are the Major Players?  Stakeholders on both sides?)
• Are their arguments well supported by research? (Provide specific and detailed examples to support both sides of the controversy)