Essay Question 1: What is the purpose of the TRACE system?

Your grade will be determined as follows (5 points)

· Your essay addresses the question and demonstrates logical thinking.

· Your viewpoint is clearly explained (2 points).

· Your essay does not exceed 200 words and the number of words used is clearly indicated at the end of your post (1 point).

· Your essay uses correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar (1 point).

· You are adding references at the end of your post using APA style.  If you are referring to a book provide the author’s name, the book title, the edition number and date and the chapter you are referring to.  If you are referring to an online article provide the link.  If you are using your own experience add: “Experience” at the end of the paragraph (1 point).