Paper Guidelines

In this paper, I want you to select one of the debates that we have or will be discussing in class (e.g., whether the shift from teleology to mechanism is a good or bad thing, arguments for and against the existence of God, rationalism vs. empiricism, the mind/body problem, free will vs. determinism), and take a position in the debate. You are encouraged to include relevant material from outside of class, such as from your major, personal interests, etc. In the paper you will need to: (1) explain the nature of the debate and the main positions in the debate, (2) state your position and give good reasons for taking this position, including its advantages over the other positions, (3) defend your position against a serious objection from one of the other positions.

You need to meet with me during my office hours by Thursday, November 8 to discuss your paper topic.

Paper due: Thursday, November 15 at the beginning of class.

Requirements:

5 full pages minimum to 6 1/2 pages maximum

Times Roman font, 12 point type

Double-spaced

No additional spaces between paragraphs

One inch margins on all sides

Page numbers

Stapled

Separate title page with name and class

Take your final draft to the writing center: Much of your grade will be based on how well the paper is written.