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International Relations Sociology Paper

Choose one of the following issues and write an 1800 word research essay responding to the following question: Due 27 April 2020

Can transnational activism alter the principles and practices of International Relations? In what ways? Discuss in the context of one case study.

Case study issues:

• LGBT rights 
 OR
• Nuclear weapons

When responding to this task, please ensure you DO:

1. Evaluate the question carefully and define any terms or ideas that are central to the question. In particular, think about the principles (norms and ideas, etc.) and practices (diplomacy, defence, national security, trade, etc.) how these might be understood by different schools of thought within International Relations.
2. Decide what aspect of the case study you will focus on (these are broad topics –You need to hone in on something specific to help you answer the question).
3. Make a detailed plan before you start writing. Ensure that you have a strong argument, an introduction, a conclusion and well-constructed body-paragraphs.
4. Each paragraph should have a strong topic sentence.
5. You should use at approximately ten (11) sources to back up your arguments.

Importantly, at least five (7) of these must be scholarly (peer reviewed) sources, and these must be used to back up your central arguments.

When responding to this task, DO NOT:

Simply provide a description of the issue / campaign – this is an analytical exercise. Make sure you answer the question. This is where the scholarly resources will come into play.

Introduction

1-2 sentence argument / thesis statement. A clear and well-written thesis statement will help you to determine the direction and structure of your argument.

What is a thesis statement?

1. a clear and direct answer to the essay question
2. a claim that can be discussed and expanded further in the body of the essay
3. one or two complete sentences
4. part of the introduction

In the initial plan, the thesis statement is usually provisional. However, after you’ve done some research, you will need to work on your thesis statement until it is clear, concise and effective.

Tips

1.Try introducing your thesis statement with the phrase ‘this essay will argue’ or ‘this essay argues’.

2. Paraphrasing the assignment question can help ensure that you are answering it.

Paragraph 1. Introduce first idea/ argument to support main argument

1. Evidence to support this
2. Example of references you might use

Paragraph 2. Introduce second idea/ argument to support main argument

1. Evidence to support this
2. Example of references you might use

Paragraph 3. Introduce third idea/ argument to support main argument

1. Evidence to support this
2. Example of references you might use

Paragraph 4.

Consider alternative points of view/ counter arguments. Discuss with reference to your core thesis statement.

Conclusion.