The paper should be 4-5 pages long but no more than 10. By ‘argumentative’ I mean your positions, thoughts, and arguments towards a philosophical problem. The bulk of the paper should consist of your arguments and positions. Note that no papers will even qualify for an A unless they are reasonably free of grammatical and spelling errors as well as ill-formed sentences. To be considered for an A or a B, your paper must be more than a textbook-style summary. Superior papers will accomplish one or more of the following goals:
a. Explore the topic in some depth instead of painting a broad picture.
b. Attempt to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the positions discussed.
c. Show familiarity with the different critical interpretations of the theory or author in question.
d. Argue a position or present some sort of conclusion.

Purpose & Rationale description of why this presentation about stress relief in the work setting should be developed and presented to individuals ages 20-35 who work in an office setting. Write this section as though you are trying to convince an outsider of the need for this stress relief at work; use it as a justification for the program. -Use statistics whenever possible to support the rationale. -Minimum of 3 professional references, cited APA style.
-Include identification and description of health behavior theory and constructs to be applied to the program. Feel free to mix and match or choose a specific theory to apply.
3 paragraphs in length. A bit longer is ok, but its not a full literature review.

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Papers should be argumentative. Carefully study the chapter and summarize it in your own words.  Your essays should be clear and concise.  If you are unsure how to start writing, you can begin with a brief description of the chapter and explain Rachels answer to this question.  The body of your paper should then develop an argument that supports your view. You are welcome to agree or disagree with the authors positionjust be sure to either support or criticize that position with reasons and an argument. Sum up the ideas presented in the paper in a clear conclusion.

College-level writing requires skill and should represent a high level of critical thinking.  Do not write a one-sitting, informal, stream-consciousness type paper (it shouldnt read like a casual email to a friend).  Make sure your ideas are clear and well-supported.  Ask yourself if you are making any unwarranted assumptions.

You are welcome to use sources outside of the textbook to inform or enhance your writing, but a minimum number of references is not required.  Just be sure to avoid any form of plagiarism and be sure to note your sources.  Also, feel free to speak in the first person. You should be expressing your opinions on these matters, but be sure to back them up with good reasons/arguments when you do.  Anyone can offer up a list of opinions or how they feel about something, so please avoid doing that!

In a four page essay, compare the styles of presentation of Plato and the Bhagavad Gita. What are the similarities? What are the differences? What do you think is beneficial about each of these presentations of philosophical teachings, compared with “traditional” modes of philosophical writing? Which style do you think is most helpful for learning philosophical concepts and why?