Is “wasting time on the Internet” changing us for the better as Goldsmith thinks it does? (Inspired by Goldsmith’s article).

Essay #2: The Wild Wired West

Purpose: This assignment allows you to further explore thesis writing, the selection of powerful evidence, as well as the construction of insightful analyses by using more than one interpretation approach.

Readings: “Let’s Get Lost” by Kenneth Goldsmith

Tips: * Write and maintain a strong thesis that is on-topic. To write a strong thesis, be sure to have a clear claim that answers the question given and provide at least 1-2 strong rationales (reasoning for your claim).

* Essays should be in the MLA format. If you’re unfamiliar with this format, consult the link I posted on Canvas. Essays must be approximately 4-5 pages long, typed, double-spaced, in 12 pt Times New Roman font. Essays without a Works Cited page will be penalized from ½ – 1 full grade.

* You must use three sources: the first source should one article from our unit (the readings are listed above). The second source should be a credible web article from a legitimate newspaper, magazine, or journal. The third source should be a scholarly article you have found through a scholarly journal.

PLEASE READ: I HAVE ATTACHED THE MANDATORY READING DOWN BELOW. ALSO, STUDYPOOL IS GLITCHING BUT THIS IS A 4-5 PAGE PAPER, MLA FORMAT, DOUBLE SPACED, 12 PT FONT TNR WITH A WORKS CITED PAGE. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PAY ATTENTION.