CMPT 880 Writing Assignment 1

This assignment asks you to show your skills in (a) organizing logical arguments, and (b) writing effective and grammatical sentences and paragraphs.

Due date: Wednesday, October 15, 4:00pm

What to do

  • Write paragraphs that argue either of the following positions:
  • That computer users should learn shell commands
  • That computer users should use only graphical interfaces
  • Write a claim, reason(s), warrants, and evidence for one of these two positions.
  • Include (for practice) all the elements
  • Use real evidence where possible; make up the evidence if you have to (but you must make it sound believable)
  • You should address one potential objection to your claim.

    Notes:

  • Write in complete sentences and paragraphs.
  • Use your main claim as the title of your assignment
  • You do *not* need to include references
  • Use 1.5-line spacing, 12-point font, and at least 1-inch margins
  • Maximum of one page
  • The example discussed in class

    Marks:

  • The assignment will be worth 3 marks of the 25 allotted in 880 for writing
  • Marks will be given for:
  • Following the instructions above
  • Clear logical flow of the argument
  • Clear connection between the various parts of the argument
  • Correct written English
  • Clear sentences and clear paragraphs

    How to hand in:

  • Please hand in a printed version of your paragraph at the Friday 880 class.
  • Make sure your name and nsid are written at the top of the assignment.