For this assignment you are to look at the ways courtship rituals have (or have not) changed over the last generation or two. In order to do this, you will be required to spend some time interviewing a parent, grandparent, or another member of an older generation to discover the ways in which the dating practices of that generation differ (or don’t differ) from those of your own. In your essay, you should also offer some analysis of why things have (or have not) changed, and indicate whether you think the change (or similarity) is for the better. You may also rely on Patricia Cohen’s essay, “Reality TV: Surprising Throwback to the Past?,” or any other outside source you find that is relevant to your topic.
Paper Guidelines
1. Three to four pages in length
2. Times New Roman 12 point font
3. One inch margins on top, bottom, left, and right sides
4. Insert page numbers in the upper right hand corner (adding your name is optional) of each page except the first.
5. Please title your paper – please avoid using titles such as “Paper Three” and so on.
6. Your personal information – name, course, semester, date and so should be listed at the top left-hand corner of the first page.
7. Document and cite all outside sources in MLA (Modern Language Association) Format. This includes a Works Cited page at the end of your essay.
All essay packets (final draft, rough drafts, and peer review sheets) should be stapled together before submission
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Have you interviewed an older person? What did you learn about their courting rituals and dating from that person?
When I was young, I was fascinated by my grandmother's stories about meeting and "dating" my grandfather.
To complete this assignment, you will need to:
1. Identify and schedule a time to interview a parent, grandparent, or another member of an older generation. This interview will provide valuable insights into the dating practices of that generation.
2. Prepare a list of interview questions ahead of time. Ask about their experiences with courtship, such as how they met their partners, how they communicated and interacted with each other during courtship, and what dating norms and expectations were prevalent in their time.
3. Take detailed notes during the interview to ensure accuracy in your essay.
4. Read Patricia Cohen's essay, "Reality TV: Surprising Throwback to the Past?" or any other relevant sources you find. These sources can provide additional insights and analysis on how courtship rituals have changed or remained the same.
5. Analyze the information gathered from the interview and outside sources. Look for patterns, similarities, and differences between the courtship practices of the older generation and your own.
6. Organize your essay with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. In the introduction, provide background information on the topic and state your thesis statement. The body paragraphs should present the findings from your research, including specific examples and quotes from the interview. Use the outside sources to support and add depth to your analysis. In the conclusion, summarize your findings and offer your own opinion on whether the changes (or similarities) in courtship rituals are for the better or worse.
7. Follow the specified formatting guidelines for the paper: three to four pages in length, Times New Roman 12 point font, one-inch margins, page numbers in the upper right-hand corner (excluding the first page), and a title that reflects the content of your essay.
8. Use MLA format for citing your sources in-text and include a Works Cited page at the end of your essay.
9. Review your essay for clarity, coherence, and grammar. Make necessary revisions to ensure your ideas are effectively communicated.
10. Staple all essay packets (final draft, rough drafts, and peer review sheets) together before submission.
By following these steps and adhering to the guidelines, you will be able to complete your essay on how courtship rituals have (or have not) changed over the last generation or two.