2. Developing your own argument
Formulate your
point of view
Organize evidence
Examine structure,
clarity and logic of
argument
Consider opposing
viewpoints
Revise your
argument
3. Formulate your point of view
Write down your argument:
• Set the scene,
• List the supporting evidence,
• Conclude
4. Organize evidence
• Gather all evidence.
• Assess the credibility and relevance of all evidence.
• Organize references list.
5. Examine structure, clarity
and logic of argument
• Any confusion, vagueness?
• Is your argument logically sound?
• Tone of writing neutral?
6. Consider opposing
viewpoints
• Assess counter arguments
• Evaluate contradicting evidence
• Identify limitations in opposing arguments
Modify, adjust your argument
Revise your
argument
7. This week’s exercise:
• Write a short argument related to the 4 global
challenges presented in the course.
• Post your argument in the course’s discussion forum to
be assessed by the other students on the course.
• Assess the other arguments posted (using the 5 steps
‘Assessing arguments’ technique
