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Subject: Environmental studies
Topic: Op-Ed: The Extremism of the Zero Waste Movement
Paper details:
**The final op-ed should be 1,250-1,300 words. **
The purpose of your final project is to articulate a clear and concise opinion about a sustainability issue of your choosing based on the research you conducted in your Research Summary Sheet.
Your final project will be written as an op-ed.
This submission is worth 150 points or 15% of your final class grade.
An op-ed is a short piece published in a newspaper or magazine but written by someone not affiliated with the editorial board.
It expresses the author’s opinion but should be based on research and/or experience.
Op-eds are one way you can get your voice out into public debate, sway policy decisions and public opinion, or participate in civil society.
For these reasons, writing an op-ed is a useful skill to have.
Tell readers why the topic is important.
Offer them your opinion on the issue.
Use descriptions and hyperlinks to cite your sources (see video instructions provided).
Acknowledge alternative viewpoints, and explain why you hold your opinion rather than alternatives.
Try to bring in your personal voice; if you can include a personal story that relates, do so.