Ongoing Assignment: Weekly Topical Research Project

Introduction to Research Writing – Weekly Topical Research Project

Due every Thursday (starting Week 2) at 2:30 PM

October 31^st, 2013

November 7^th, 2013

November 14^th, 2013

November 21^st, 2013

December 5^th, 2013

December 13^th, 2013

In order to demonstrate your growth in the field of research writing, you will write weekly research papers on a variety of elements of different international cultures.

Assignment:

In Week One, you will create a ‘Round-the-World plane ticket itinerary:

http://www.staralliance.com/en/fares/round-the-world-fare/#

You must follow the parameters of the Star Alliance:

            - Maximum of 15 destinations

            - Maximum of 39,000 miles

            - Maximum of 16 segments (routes)

Additionally, you must begin and conclude your trip in Denver, CO.

Beyond that, all aspects of travel are at your fingertips. Don’t hold back!

After completing your itinerary, click “Download PDF” and print the page. Turn one copy in.

Starting in Week 2, you will research the cities, countries, and regions on your itinerary on a weekly basis. Each week, you should choose one destination and one cultural element to examine. You may choose from the following elements (or propose your own):

Cultural Elements:     

- music                       - dance                       - cuisine        - sports

- language     - literature    - art                 - entertainment

- science        - technology  - agriculture  - industry

- etiquette     - government            - economy      - environmental conservation

           

Your papers should be typed in 12-point font, double-spaced, with one-inch margins – MLA format. They should be no fewer than two pages.

Remember, you must document your research. Using the citation techniques you learn in class, you must give credit where credit is due.

 

Tips for success on this project:

·      Start early. If you wait until Thursday to research and write, your papers will lack depth and insight. The more time you give yourself, the more you will learn and the better grades you will achieve.

·      Ask questions and submit drafts. I’m here to support you throughout this project—you are absolutely welcome to ask for help, to bounce ideas off me, or to just chat.

·      Make your itinerary matter to you. If you care about your destinations, your essays will be much easier and more meaningful.