Meaning of Life Essay
Objective: In this assignment, you will create an argumentative essay using research, experiences, and rhetorical devices to argue your stance in answering one of the following questions: "How do you add meaning to life? What gives life meaning?" How can you achieve positive health and wellness?”
Focus: Effectively use ethos, pathos and logos (persuasive rhetoric).
Values:
Achievement
Adventure
Balance
Beauty
Community
Connection
Contribution
Creativity
Freedom
Friendship
Fun
Growth
Happiness
Honesty
Justice
Love
Peace
Relationships
Religion
Self-Expression
Service
Spirituality
Success
Survival
Wealth
Wisdom
Health & Wellness:
Cultural
Emotional
Environmental
Financial
Intellectual
Mental
Occupational/Vocational
Physical
Social
Spiritual
Step 3: Research Resources
Remember to take notes as you research. Follow your teacher's directions. Are you using a resource they've given you? Are you using NoodleTools? A Google Doc?
Databases:
Searches all Gale databases at once.
Searches all Ebsco databases at once.
Encyclopedia - best for topic overview/ background.
Excellent for looking at 2 sides of an issue.
Current events & popular topics
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Reliable Web-Based Resources:
Informative videos on a variety of topics.
Public US data
Articles & videos on a variety of topics.
National Institutes of Health.
Current events public opinion poll results.
Basic statistics on nearly any topic.
