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Challenging The Definition of a Discourse Community Through The Examination of Nursing and The Medical Feild

Discourse Community Essay Overview Must be a synthesis and question The summary of John swales must be in the background please follow the outline an add headers for each part
The discourse community essay is a paper in which you will create a well-supported and original argument that endorses and/or critiques the definition of a discourse community using multiple sources. You will use a discourse community you are part of as one of your sources.

You will begin by comparing and contrasting the sources to infer relationships and connect these relationships to overarching themes that include something new that you develop.

The argumentative piece will be persuading readers that your synthesis claims are valid through evidenced-based reasoning and explanations that connect to your thesis.

You can add something to John Swales’ definition of a discourse community (Maybe you think Swales missed something?) or you can critique an aspect of his definition. Perhaps you think the 1st section of Swales definition is incorrect?

Either way, you will need to support your overall synthesis with clear logic and well chosen examples.

Cover Letter
For this writing project, include a cover letter. The letter will be written to your course instructor and should outline the strengths and weaknesses of the essay. You may also address your process in completing this project as well as a plan for extending this learning.

You also have the option to do a video reflection in place of the written cover letter. The content of the video will be the same as the cover letter. The video will count as a 200 word “credit” towards the word count (2000 words) for this project.

Other Project Details
Use APA style and include an abstract. Remember, the abstract is a summary of your project and should be placed between the title and the full text of the essay.

This writing project should be at least 2000 words. This word count includes the abstract and cover letter.

The Definition and Components information below should be used in conjunction with the Synthesis Rubric to provide guidance and additional details about how your paper will be evaluated.

Definitions:

Argumentative (adj): Using or characterized by systematic reasoning (OED)
Synthesis (noun): The combination of components or elements to form a connected whole (OED). For the synthesis assignment, students will create a new position out of two or more other positions.
An argumentative synthesis assignment, in Maryville University composition courses, is a paper in which students create a strong, well-supported, original argument that explores the relationship between two or more sources. Upon selecting or being assigned the two sources, students will be tasked with comparing the two in order to infer relationships between them and then connect these relationships to overarching themes. The argumentative component of this assignment entails that students will need to persuade readers that their synthesis claims are valid through evidenced based reasoning and explanations that tie back to the thesis.
Your synthesis should be at least 2000 words.
Use APA style.
Components of Synthesis:

Thesis Statement and Development: In an argumentative synthesis, the thesis must accomplish two things. First, it needs to identify the relationships that were inferred from synthesizing the selected sources. Secondly, it needs to analyze the significance of these connections as they relate to theme. The thesis will become the principal claim for the paper, and all sub-claims should be connected back to the theme(s) and claim(s) stated in the thesis.
Textual Relationships or Dialogue: A synthesis paper requires you to compare and contrast their sources with a clear argumentative purpose. Rather than the compare/contrast essay template you may have experienced in high school (A and B, A, B, A, B, A and B), you will be asked to create dialogue between the sources. Rather than isolating each source in separate paragraph blocks, both sources should appear in most paragraphs.
Evidence & Support: As you compare and contrast the sources of your synthesis essay, each comparison made or pattern explored must be supported with evidence from the sources. Each piece of evidence from the sources should be accompanied with explanation to justify how the evidence supports the claim. The reader should never have to infer how a piece of evidence supports the claim. Additionally, the evidence and support should correspond logically and smoothly with the development of the thesis throughout the paper.
Summary: It should not be assumed that the audience is familiar with the sources being synthesized. Throughout the paper, you should include relevant, yet restrained summary to provide context for claims and connections that are made. While the paper is about the two synthesized sources, it should not be overburdened with summary. As you write, think about how to most effectively pair summary of the sources with their explanations of the relationships and patterns. How can summary and synthesis be intertwined to create a clear and supported argument for the reader? This component also includes the summary of your entire project in the abstract at the beginning of your essay.
Theme(s): Many relationships and patterns can be synthesized between two sources, however, in order to create a focus for the paper, it is necessary to have a theme as a lens for the papers claims. An ideal theme will move beyond the specific of the sources and form a statement about a greater topic. This theme should be integrated into the thesis, and consequently, throughout the entire paper. An effective paper will develop the theme more with each claim that is made and support, explaining how it connects to the theme or adds complexity.
Organization: Organization is critical when writing a synthesis because the paper has to navigate readers through multiple sources and ideas. The reader should always be able to understand what source and claim is being discussed. To ensure that the reader does not get lost and that the thesis is most effectively supported, it is important to consider the structure of your paper before you begin writing. What order should the ideas be discussed in? How can transitions be used to help the reader understand that a new idea or source is being introduced?
Peer Review(s) and Revisions: Writing is a recursive process, and therefore, it is expected that you engage in this process with your synthesis paper. You will participate in peer reviews, both giving and receiving critiques. You will then use their critiques to make improvements to your own drafts. There should be clear improvement from draft to draft as critiques are addressed and revised as appropriate. This component also includes the cover letter.
Audience Awareness and Style Choices: Whenever you write, it is important to make sure that you are keeping in mind the expectations of your audience. Think about who your audience is, and what are the expectations for grammar and style that this audience would expect? (I.e. Appropriate diction, citation of sources for credibility, transitions for understanding, etc.)
Rubric
Synthesis Rubric
Synthesis Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThesis Statement and Development
60.0 pts
Exceeding (56-60 pts)
The thesis is clearly stated and presents a strong arguable and defensible claim that includes -Insightful relationships between the two sources -Significant connection between relationships and a theme(s) Thesis statement is consistently developed throughout the paper with explanations that connect the students claims, evidence, and support back to the thesis
55.0 pts
Effective (48-55 pts)
The thesis statement presents an arguable and defensible claim that includes -Logical relationships between the two sources -Effective connection between relationships and a theme(s) Thesis statement is developed throughout most of the paper with explanations that connect the students claims, evidence, and support back to the thesis
47.0 pts
Developing (42-47 pts)
The thesis statement presents a somewhat arguable and defensible claim that includes -Simple relationships between the two sources -Developing connection between relationships and a theme(s) Thesis statement is developed throughout some of the paper. Some paragraphs are off topic and unrelated or not connected to the thesis
41.0 pts
Needs Work (0-41 pts)
The thesis statement presents a claim that includes -Surface level relationships between the two sources or relationships are missing -Little to no connection between relationships and a theme(s) Thesis statement is not developed throughout the paper. Body of the paper tends to drift from the topics in the thesis
60.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThemes
60.0 pts
Exceeding (56-60 pts)
Thesis and claims of the paper are focused around a unique and insightful theme. The theme is consistently developed throughout the paper, adding complexities and nuances to the overarching idea
55.0 pts
Effective (48-55 pts)
Thesis and claims of the paper are focused around an insightful theme. The theme is developed throughout the paper, however some paragraphs could have a stronger connection to the theme
47.0 pts
Developing (42-47 pts)
Thesis and claims of the paper are focused around a working theme. The theme is somewhat developed throughout the paper, but is missing from many of the body paragraphs. Theme is only present in introduction and conclusion
41.0 pts
Needs Work (0-41 pts)
Theme is missing, vague, or unrelated to synthesis, and is missing or inconsistently developed throughout the paper
60.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTextual Relationships and Dialogue
60.0 pts
Exceeding (56-60 pts)
Synthesized relationships between sources are insightful and well-explained Each paragraph presents a dialogue between the sources. Both sources are meaningfully incorporated into each paragraph
55.0 pts
Effective (48-55 pts)
Synthesized relationships between sources are mostly insightful and well-explained Most paragraphs present a dialogue between the sources. Both sources are meaningfully incorporated into each paragraph, but some incorporations of the source are stretched
47.0 pts
Developing (42-47 pts)
Synthesized relationships between sources are simple and missing some explanation. Some paragraphs present a dialogue between the sources or dialogue feels forced. Most paragraphs only discuss one source
41.0 pts
Needs Work (0-41 pts)
Synthesized relationships between sources are minimal and missing explanations. Little to no dialogue between the sources, and dialogue feels forced. Most paragraphs only discuss one source
60.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence and Support
60.0 pts
Exceeding (56-60 pts)
Each synthesis claim is supported with evidence that is discussed effectively. Evidence and support is connected logically and smoothly to the thesis/theme. Evidence and support is varied throughout paper (quotes, paraphrasing, anecdotes, etc.).
55.0 pts
Effective (48-55 pts)
Most synthesis claims are supported with evidence that is discussed effectively. Most evidence and support is connected logically and smoothly to the thesis/theme. Evidence and support is mostly varied throughout paper (quotes, paraphrasing, anecdotes, etc.).
47.0 pts
Developing (42-47 pts)
Some synthesis claims are supported with evidence that is discussed effectively. Some evidence and support is connected logically and smoothly to the thesis/theme. Evidence and support is sometimes varied throughout paper (quotes, paraphrasing, anecdotes, etc.).
41.0 pts
Needs Work (0-41 pts)
Synthesis claims are rarely supported with evidence. Evidence is missing discussion. Evidence and support is rarely connected to the thesis/theme. Evidence and support is not varied throughout paper (quotes, paraphrasing, anecdotes, etc.).
60.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary
60.0 pts
Exceeding (56-60 pts)
Summary of both sources is used effectively and economically to provide relevant context and evidence for the reader Includes a well-developed abstract at the beginning of the essay
55.0 pts
Effective (48-55 pts)
Summary of both sources is mostly used effectively and economically to provide context and evidence for the reader. Includes a complete abstract at the beginning of the essay
47.0 pts
Developing (42-47 pts)
Summary of both sources is sometimes used effectively and economically to provide context and evidence for the reader. There are multiple instances of too much summary or not enough. Attempts an abstract at the beginning of the essay
41.0 pts
Needs Work (0-41 pts)
Summary of both sources is not used effectively or economically. Summary overshadows synthesis or necessary contextual summary is missing. Abstract may be mostly incomplete or missing
60.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePeer Review and Revision
100.0 pts
Exceeding (93-100 pts)
Significant growth from draft to draft; avid participation during in-class writing and peer review. Outstanding and ample revisions Thoughtful and reflective cover letter discusses strengths and weakness of the project
92.0 pts
Effective (80-92 pts)
Good participation during in-class writing and peer review. Moderate revisions, with a clear sense of how to improve. Reflective cover letter discusses strengths and weakness of the project
79.0 pts
Developing (70-79 pts)
Average participation in peer review. A few notable changes between drafts. Cover letter mostly discusses strengths and weaknesses
69.0 pts
Needs Work (0-69 pts)
Unmotivated participation in peer review and workshops. No clear effort in revising the essay. Did not participate in peer review or workshops. Cover letter is mostly incomplete and/or is missing
100.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAudience Adaptation and Style Choices
40.0 pts
Exceeding (37-40 pts)
Students essay is consistently written in a tone and style appropriate to the audience (i.e., the Academy). Rhetorical choices are acutely befitting of the purpose and occasion for which student is writing. Exceptional command of language other surface features of text. Correct citation style.
36.0 pts
Effective (32-36 pts)
Students essay is mostly written in tone and style appropriate for audience. Rhetorical choices almost always work for the purpose and occasion, but there are occasional lapses. Strong command of language and other surface features. Some minimal errors; citation style often used correctly.
31.0 pts
Developing (28-31 pts)
Students essay shows an attempt at appropriateness in tone and style, but the student makes several choices that clearly do not befit the rhetorical situation.
27.0 pts
Needs Work (0-27 pts)
The tone and style often seem off-target for audience. Rhetorical choices work occasionally, but mostly do not befit the rhetorical situation. Student does not write in a tone/style appropriate for audience, occasion, or purpose. Surface errors get in the way of meaning. Citations often excluded or incorrect.
40.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization
60.0 pts
Exceeding (56-60 pts)
Logical and effective sequence of paragraphs. Strong transitions are used to enhance coherence
55.0 pts
Effective (48-55 pts)
Mostly logical and effective sequence of paragraphs. Transitions are used to enhance coherence
47.0 pts
Developing (42-47 pts)
Somewhat logical and effective sequence of paragraphs. Some transitions are used to enhance coherence
41.0 pts
Needs Work (0-41 pts)
Illogical and/or ineffective sequence of paragraphs. Little to no transitions are used to enhance coherence
60.0 pts
Total Points: 500.0

Synthesis Prewriting: Build an Outline
For the discourse community essay, work on building an outline for your essay. You can use the sample outline from the Genre Time Part 5: Synthesis video as a general guideline to help you. You may adapt/adjust the sample outline as needed for your essay.

The more well-developed your outline is, the easier it will be to write your essay. Think of your outline as being like a skeleton. You are putting together the bones of your essay in the outline. When you write your paper, you will add the muscles, skin, etc. If the skeleton is incomplete or not well-placed, it is more difficult to build the rest of the body.

The outline will hopefully ensure that the reader does not get lost and that the thesis is effectively supported. The outline will help you order your ideas and see areas that may need more support. It will also help you be sure that all of your development is connected to your thesis statement.

Since this is an outline, it does not need to be developed in full paragraphs.

Synthesis Outline

Click here to open the outline as a PDF.Preview the document

*Please note – You will have more than three paragraphs developing the theme of your discourse community synthesis. The outline is presenting a general guideline of how the sections of the essay can be structured. Your outline/essay will be more developed.

When you are finished with your outline, submit it as a file upload to this assignment.

Model Outline: The Maryville Library as a Discourse Community
Remember you can use the library outline from the previous page as a model. Click here to view the outline using the Maryville Library as a discourse community.Preview the document

Student Model
Click here to read a detailed student’s outline from a previous section.Preview the document Preview the documentThis student chose Maryville physical therapy students as her personal discourse community.

Rubric
Synthesis Outline Rubric
Synthesis Outline Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction and Thesis
5.0 pts
Exceeding (5 pts)
4.0 pts
Meeting (3-4 pts)
2.0 pts
Needs Work (0-2 pts)
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBackground Information
5.0 pts
Exceeding (5 pts)
4.0 pts
Meeting (3-4 pts)
2.0 pts
Needs Work (0-2 pts)
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdeas for Development of Theme(s)
5.0 pts
Exceeding (5 pts)
4.0 pts
Meeting (3-4 pts)
2.0 pts
Needs Work (0-2 pts)
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion
5.0 pts
Exceeding (5 pts)
4.0 pts
Meeting (3-4 pts)
2.0 pts
Needs Work (0-2 pts)
5.0 pts
Total Points: 20.0
Submission
Submitted!
Apr 9 at 2:46pm
Submission Details
Download Discourse Community Synthesis Essay Outline.pdf
Comments:
this is just a draft of my outline there may be another one I am mixing different ideas not a hundred percent which way I want to go yet