Essay 2

So, hey, we are right on schedule for Essay #2. 

Make sure you read the materials listed for this week first.  Then,
Read them a second time, because now you will be able to make connections with the other essays you read the first time.

Then, do not start writing anything, even though you have lots of ideas floating around in your head.  Not yet.


Your task for Essay 2 is to respond to the following prompt:

Marc Levinson's argument appears to be that containerization has benefited all the countries.  The readings for this week pay particular attention to the developing countries.  Have they also benefited from containerization and the phenomenal growth in global trade?

All the resources that are listed for this week will help you articulate your thesis.  The entire Levinson text is also a valuable resource here.
In addition, you need to get at least one other authoritative reference to support your arguments.  This reference can be an article in a "scholarly journal", or a publication from a think-tank, or an analytical report (not a mere news item) in a newspaper, .... the bottom-line is that the source should be credible and considered authoritative enough.

As you write the essay, and definitely after you finish it, compare it with guidelines I gave you earlier.  This way, you can then amend your essay if appropriate. And keep in my mind my feedback on your first essay.
And, always ask yourself whether you are clear about the thesis that best answers the question.  You know, the bottom line.

Let me know if I might clarify further.  I shall gladly jump in.