1. Kaplan University - Adjunct Professor Tomicka Seabrooks: Tseabrooks@kaplan.eduTseabrooks@kaplan.eduSunday, June 12, 2016 1 Unit 8 Assignment

2. Kaplan University - Adjunct Professor Tomicka Seabrooks: Tseabrooks@kaplan.eduTseabrooks@kaplan.eduSunday, June 12, 2016 2 Unit 8 Assignment  Debate the proposition, “International agencies and policies that promote free trade are good for economic growth and development in the United States.” For this assignment, in a 1-2 page position paper, debate your ‘side’ of the above proposition. The purpose of a debate is to argue the ‘pros’ and ‘cons’ about an issue and persuade the audience that your position is more valid than the other side’s position

3. Kaplan University - Adjunct Professor Tomicka Seabrooks: Tseabrooks@kaplan.eduTseabrooks@kaplan.eduSunday, June 12, 2016 3 Unit 8 Assignment  Your position paper should include the following information.  An Introduction: Brief introduction of your position and viewpoint of the issue (either pro or con).  3-4 Arguments: Assert the arguments/points that you take on the issue and provide support for each point. For example, one argument for this proposition could be:

4. Kaplan University - Adjunct Professor Tomicka Seabrooks: Tseabrooks@kaplan.eduTseabrooks@kaplan.eduSunday, June 12, 2016 4 Unit 8 Assignment  International agencies and policies that promote free trade ARE good for economic growth and development in America because free trade is beneficial to consumers and it offers them competitive alternative sources for the goods they desire. In doing so, they either provide the goods consumers otherwise would not have, or act as incentives to American-based producers to keep their costs and prices down.

5. Kaplan University - Adjunct Professor Tomicka Seabrooks: Tseabrooks@kaplan.eduTseabrooks@kaplan.eduSunday, June 12, 2016 5 Unit 8 Assignment  On the opposite side of this, another argument could be:  International agencies and policies that promote free trade ARE NOT good for economic growth and development in America because free trade is a net loss to America because it forces away jobs. Many American industries cannot compete with foreign competition due to such factors as labor and environmental regulations, which raise the costs of production in America, and lower, often subsistence wages paid to foreign workers.

6. Kaplan University - Adjunct Professor Tomicka Seabrooks: Tseabrooks@kaplan.eduTseabrooks@kaplan.eduSunday, June 12, 2016 6 Unit 8 Assignment  On the opposite side of this, another argument could be:  International agencies and policies that promote free trade ARE NOT good for economic growth and development in America because free trade is a net loss to America because it forces away jobs. Many American industries cannot compete with foreign competition due to such factors as labor and environmental regulations, which raise the costs of production in America, and lower, often subsistence wages paid to foreign workers.

7. Kaplan University - Adjunct Professor Tomicka Seabrooks: Tseabrooks@kaplan.eduTseabrooks@kaplan.eduSunday, June 12, 2016 7 Unit 8 Assignment For each point, include evidence from research. What international institutions, policies, theories, and real world examples, whether historical or contemporary, support your argument? Use “big picture” and specific, industry-level examples as you see fit.  Rebuttal : Defense of your position against possible opposing arguments and why they should not be considered valid.  Conclusion : Summarize your argument.  Reference page : List of all the works cited in your position paper.

8. Kaplan University - Adjunct Professor Tomicka Seabrooks: Tseabrooks@kaplan.eduTseabrooks@kaplan.eduSunday, June 12, 2016 8 Unit 8 Assignment  You may cite content in other units, as well as materials other than those contained in the course, such as articles or books, but must properly reference them in your position paper. You will be graded on your use of course materials to support your positions, and will be expected to illustrate points with references to readings, and other resources.

9. Kaplan University - Adjunct Professor Tomicka Seabrooks: Tseabrooks@kaplan.eduTseabrooks@kaplan.eduSunday, June 12, 2016 9 Unit 8 Assignment  Length should be 1-2 pages, excluding cover page and references; in 10-12 point font (Arial, Courier, and Times New Roman are acceptable).  Assignment should follow the conventions of Standard American English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.).  Writing should be well ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful.  Your work should display superior content, organization, style, and mechanics.  Appropriate citation style should be followed.