Based on the historical development of Africa, western influence upon it, and current African issues, what will be the most progressive element for positive change?
Your position paper will contain the following: Historical Development of Africa (see/cite powerpoint on history of Africa): African traditions and education system Africa’s transformation from a pastoral/tribal culture to a Westernized politically-oriented continent Advantages and Disadvantages of Western Influence (see/cite evidence from the article(s) we’ve read): What advantages has Western culture given Africa? What negative effects have been created by Western involvement in Africa? Your Proposal for Solutions for a Current Issue in Africa (cite specific evidence from multiple sources: article(s), websites, academic journals) Background of specific issue and explanation of the current situation Point out current African country successes and setbacks (what’s been done that’s gone well… what hasn’t gone well) Propose your solution explaining why it would it be effective (do not use “I” in your paper) Present your claim and defend it from counterargument(s) Provide a conclusion that supports your views and creates cohesion in your paper What is the relevance of the conflicts and problems in Africa to the rest of the world? Who will benefit from your proposed solution (do not use “I” in your paper) Visual(s) included in your paper (meaningful photograph, chart, graph, table). Include MLA formatted Works Cited page **Recommended source for current issues in Africa: https://www.one.org/us/issues/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. More resources (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. Additional guidance (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. Rubric (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

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