Argumentative Research Paper Requirements: Voice and audience: This is a standard research paper and should be addressed to an academic audience (my instructor and classmates). We are not necessarily experts on our subject so need to take care to paraphrase technical or specialized language and or concepts. Form: You should not spend much of your paper writing about your process. The paper should be based principally on the findings of your research and less on personal speculation. Make it clear to the readers if you are including your own ideas and opinions. Sources: Your final paper should include a variety of research and make use of at least 8 sources. Only 2 can be from general internet searches. Your use of the following sources is unlimited: news websites and websites that end with .edu or .gov. Length: Approx. 2,600-3,300 words (8-10 pages not including Works Cited page)