1411 Reflective Paper Instructions
For this paper, you will need to carry out research over the assigned topic. The paper will be written in English and must be between 400-600 words. You must follow MLA guidelines when writing this paper. If you do not, the instructor will automatically deduct 20% off the grade.
Here are some basic recommendations for writing this paper:
· Use research or critical reflection
· Cite sources or textual references to substantiate your opinion
· Include adequate support/citation from at least two sources
· Do not include a cover page
· Follow MLA guidelines: 12 pt. size, Times New Roman, double-spaced throughout, include a heading (see the sample paper found after the instructions)
· Upload the file at eCampus as a Word document (.docx)
· Recognize possible ethical questions related to the topic or problem
· Provide examples or situations to exemplify the issue
· Provide any conclusion you have made based on your knowledge, resources and personal experience
Topic for Reflective Paper: CROSS-CULTURAL AWARENESS
The United States is the most diverse country in the world. No matter where we live, whether in a small town or large city, we encounter people of other cultures. Some resemble ours and others do not. And, each member of a different culture holds a unique world view. As you interact with others, often you find that their perspective is different than yours and this might lead to disagreement. In a globalized world, how do we live in peace with others who possess differing beliefs, values and world views? How do we keep an open-mind and respect others’ beliefs without becoming offended or forcing them to think as we do?
In this essay, you are to research cross-cultural awareness. And, focus on three specific benefits of expanding cross-cultural awareness.
This is the basic structure for your paper. Develop each point in a minimum of one paragraph.
1) Define cross-cultural awareness
2) Provide a summary of the three points you will focus on
3) First benefit of expanding cross-cultural awareness
4) Second benefit of expanding cross-cultural awareness
5) Third benefit of expanding cross-cultural awareness
6) Provide a conclusion
Common writing errors to avoid:
Vague “feeling” words
special, important, great, sad, beautiful, exciting…
Polarizing words
all, nothing, everybody, everyone, no one, nobody, always, never, everything, nothing…
Definitive/ false statements
African-Americans enjoy soul food.
Texans are more conservative than New Yorkers.
Young people are entitled.
Millennials aren’t as hard-working as their parents.
People on welfare should work.
Colloquialisms/ slang/ informal language
Your paper should not read like a conversation that you would have with friends.
We’ve got to do better than this.
What goes around, comes around.
People get tired of being disrespected, over and over.
Citizens need to figure out what they want.
Unnecessary phrases
Unless you quote a statement, the reader assumes that these are your thoughts. You should never write: I think, I believe, in my personal opinion…
Addressing the reader as “you”
You can get more out of life by working harder.
Try: Working harder results in more life satisfaction.
You should spend time with people who enrich your life.
Try: People should spend time with someone who enriches their life.
You will understand the meaning of culture after reading this paragraph.
Try: This paragraph defines culture.
Avoid dangling prepositions, when possible*
Which box did you put the shoe in? In which box did you put the shoe?
When I arrive, who do I need to ask for? When I arrive, for whom do I need to ask?
Where did you place the bag at? Where did you place the bag?
Marisol Ramirez
Mr. Solis
Spanish 1411
20 May 2010
A good title includes 5-8 words
You should begin your paper here. Notice that you must indent every paragraph. I would recommend that there be around three paragraphs per page, no fewer than two. Notice that I left no additional spacing between the heading (not a header), the title, and the introductory paragraph. All the content must be only two spaces apart. Notice that I am not bolding or underlining any words in the paper. MLA guidelines do not prescribe them. In this first paragraph, you will define cross cultural awareness. This will require that you research the topic. You are not going to simply define it based on your personal understanding of what cross-cultural awareness is. Use at least one citation in this paragraph from a sociologist who can offer a clear definition. According to so, and so, cross-cultural awareness is the…. (Author 23).
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