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The Mini-Extended Essay

The Mini-Extended Essay. Final Formal Touches: The Abstract, the Table of Contents, and the List of Works Cited. The Abstract. “ Within the abstract, the research question, the scope of the investigation and the conclusion reached are all clearly stated .”

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The Mini-Extended Essay

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  1. The Mini-Extended Essay Final Formal Touches: The Abstract, the Table of Contents, and the List of Works Cited

  2. The Abstract “Within the abstract, the research question, the scope of the investigation and the conclusion reached are all clearly stated.” The above is the criterion descriptor for a 6/7 (in Organization) on your abstract. It should be no longer than 150 words.

  3. A Sample Abstract The Ponzi scheme created by the corrupt genius of Bernie Madoff mocked the business world. This essay first explains what a Ponzi scheme is, why it was named the way it is, and when the first scam of this nature took place. It details how Charles Ponzi went from bankruptcy to becoming a millionaire, to ruins again. Bernie Madoff managed to repeat in a bigger way what Ponzi had done decades earlier—fool the authorities. How and why he did it and how his illegitimate venture eventually crumbled are central concepts in this essay. In essence, Madoff’s scheme demonstrated how corrupt, but also how entertaining and exhilarating the business world can be. (112 words)

  4. The Table of Contents • The table of contents is one of the necessary components of Formal Presentation (part of the Conventions grade for the Mini-EE). • If your essay has sub-headings, your table of contents should simply use them as key elements. (See CJ’s essay for example.) • Essays in some subjects should not have sub-headings. Your table of contents still needs to break down sections of your essay and indicate page numbers.

  5. Sample Table of Contents from Jacob’s Mini-EE on “A Swimmer’s Diet” Abstract…………………………………………………………………………….2 Introduction…………………………………………………......................3 Unhealthy Habits………………………………………………………………3 Complex Carbohydrates…………………………………...................4 Protein……………………………………………………………………………..4 Hydration………………………………………………………………………….5 Blood Sugar………………………………………………………………………5 Fruits and Vegetables……………………………………………………….6 Salads……………………………………………………………………………….6 Dietary Advice…………………………………………………………………..7 Conclusion………………………………………………………………………..7 List of Works Cited…………………………………………………………….8

  6. List of Works Cited • MLA calls a bibliography a “List of Works Cited,” so that is the proper term since ECA uses MLA documentation. • The List of Works Cited is a required part of the Formal Presentation of your mini-EE and is assessed under “Conventions.” • In addition, Mrs. Lowman will check the quality of your sources for your Research grade.

  7. More on the List of Works Cited • You should have at least five sources. • One of those sources should be a “book source.” • (Several of you inquired whether a PDF or another published source online would be acceptable, and in most cases I gave permission. BUT an actual printed source was what I had in mind—just for the learning experience.)

  8. Sample List of Works Cited (E. Maggi) Ebata, Aaron T., James W. Halle, and HeddaMeadan. "Families with children whohave autism spectrum disorders: stress and support." Exceptional Children77.1 (2010): 7+. Gale Power Search. Web. 19 Oct. 2012. <http://go.galegroup.com/ps/i.do?id=GALE%7CA236990582&v=2.1&u=ecal&it=r&p=GPS&sw=w> Finn, Robert. "Younger siblings of autistic children often not immunized. "Clinical Psychiatry News Sept. 2006: 60. Gale Power Search. Web. 19 Oct. 2012. <http://go.galegroup.com/ps/i.do?id=GALE%7CA152011074&v=2.1&u=ecal&it=r&p=GPS&sw=w> Herbert Roeyers, GoodTherapy.org.  28 Oct. 2011. Web. 26 Oct. 2012.<http://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/autistic- children-siblings-feelings/>. Harris, Sandra. "Siblings." Autism Society -. Convio, n.d. Web. 09 Nov. 2012.<http://www.autism-society.org/living-with- autism/family-issues/siblings.html>. "It Isn't Fair! Siblings of Children with Disabilities." Adolescence29.114(1994): 499+. Gale Power Search. Web. 19 Oct. 2012.<http://go.galegroup.com/ps/i.do?id=GALE%7CA15622173&v=2.1&u=ecal&it=r&p=GPS&sw=w> Medicalxpress.com. PHYSorg.com, 16 May 2012. Web. 26 Oct. 2012.<http://medicalxpress.com/news/2012-05- siblings-children-autism-spectrum-disorders.html>. Mishori, Ranit. "Autism can have large effects, good and bad, on a disabledchild’s siblings." The Washington Post: n. pag. <http://go.galegroup.com/ps/i.do?id=GALE%7CA236990582&v=2.1&u=ecal&it=r&p=GPS&sw=w> "Siblings of children with autism may have related problems." Annals of theAmerican Psychotherapy Association Summer 2007: 6. Gale Power Search. Web.19 Oct. 2012. <http://go.galegroup.com/ps/i.do?id=GALE%7CA166186180&v=2.1&u=ecal&it=r&p=GPS&sw=w>

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