The point is not just to repeat what the sources have said, but to “have a conversation” with them, in which you are a participant, not a reporter. This will be the actual “paper.” Your sources should be integrated meaningfully and cohesively into YOUR OWN NEW OPINION. Step 8 – Individually, write a response to the Synthesis Question you created, synthesizing at least 6 of the sources in your group’s final packet of sources. Labeled, type listed, with citation, etc. Step 7 – Work with your topic group to revise and create a final draft of Question Prompt Page in the format used on the AP Exam. Each source should be no longer than one page, including citation information. Format your sources according to the samples given and turn in copies of your sources in a packet (document). Also make sure that they are from a variety of locations and types. Together, choose the excerpts from your 10 sources that show the various complexities of your topic. Compare your sources with those of your group.

Turn in a copy of each source for any that hasn’t already been conferenced and “checked.” Each source citation must be formatted according to MLA format with an annotation (“blurb” of explanation). An annotated bibliography is a glorified Works Cited page. Step 5 – Individually, complete an annotated bibliography for all ten sources. These sources must be diverse, and according to the guidelines specified. Focus on finding sources that address your assigned “piece” of the issue. Step 4 – Individually, find 10 sources that will help to answer the Synthesis Prompt you have created. You are creating this Question Prompt Page with the realization that it may be modified as your project progresses.

Step 3 – With your topic group, write a draft of a Synthesis Question Prompt Page, including directions, introduction, and assignment. Complete the Group Brainstorm and Planning document. Step 2 – Work with your topic group to brainstorm multiple factors related to your topic. Groups will be formed based on your topic of choice. Step 1 - Choose a topic from the topics page, or propose one of your own.

The project will be broken down into several steps outlined below: This is the same goal of a research paper! Throughout the process, use the sample Synthesis Questions to help with formatting. The Synthesis Question gives you several sources, and asks you to combine (or synthesize) them with your own thoughts to create a cohesive essay. You will be creating an AP Exam style Synthesis Question.

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