This document provides guidance on writing an effective argument paper. It discusses choosing a topic, forming a thesis statement, organizing the paper with an introduction, body paragraphs with topic sentences, and a conclusion. Body paragraphs should build upon claims from the introduction and consider opposing viewpoints. Research should be incorporated to support the argument. Overall, the document stresses the importance of organization and using logical reasoning and evidence to build a clear and convincing argument.
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1) Explanation of the problem
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4) Rebuttal of expected criticisms
5) Resolution of the issue
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Quick tips for choosing a topic for argumentative essayslevibaxter
An argumentative essay requires you to put forth an argument on a topic, collect and present evidence to support the argument. Considered as an analytical piece of writing, an argumentative essay can be a tough nut to crack. However, once you finalize on a topic and conduct the necessary background research, putting words to paper following a rational stream of arguments becomes much easier. These kinds of essays require a lot of in-depth research and a careful perusal of all the perspectives or arguments for and against a particular stance. Empirical evidence, such as statistics and results of previous research, is indispensable when composing a winning argumentative essay. Since choosing a topic for your argumentative essay is the first hurdle that you have to overcome, we have collected some ideas and topics that you might be able to put to use for your assignment to impress your professors and secure superb grades!
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Quick tips for choosing a topic for argumentative essayslevibaxter
An argumentative essay requires you to put forth an argument on a topic, collect and present evidence to support the argument. Considered as an analytical piece of writing, an argumentative essay can be a tough nut to crack. However, once you finalize on a topic and conduct the necessary background research, putting words to paper following a rational stream of arguments becomes much easier. These kinds of essays require a lot of in-depth research and a careful perusal of all the perspectives or arguments for and against a particular stance. Empirical evidence, such as statistics and results of previous research, is indispensable when composing a winning argumentative essay. Since choosing a topic for your argumentative essay is the first hurdle that you have to overcome, we have collected some ideas and topics that you might be able to put to use for your assignment to impress your professors and secure superb grades!
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English 1: Argumentative Essay Assignment
The Assignment: Write a six-to-ten page argument paper that addresses a current issue that will address our theme of the impact of technology on communication on ourselves, on our world and on what it means to be human (Barrios, 583). The topic and the issue for this paper is the same as your exploratory paper assignment. The purpose of this paper is to present your position on the issue and then argue why by presenting your own reasons and evidence to support your thesis statement.
Locating Sources for Research. The purpose of the exploratory paper was to explore different writers and their position, their perspective, and the types of evidence they used in order to form your own position and perspective. You have three sources that you may use in your paper. For this paper, you must include a variety of sources; they cannot all come from Web sites. Search SMC’s library online catalog, search for a book, search online databases, find newspaper articles, use the search engine Google scholar at www.google.com, or www.yahoo.com . In addition, observations or experience from your personal life are not allowable. Refer to the following handouts: “Research Guide for Papers,” “Sources Acceptable for Academic Papers.” Both of these handouts are on eCompanion. If you include an article from a Website, there must be a date and a sponsor/publisher. If this is not available you cannot use this source.
Thesis Statement and Claim: Does your thesis clearly include a claim? Is it arguable? Does it take a perspective on an issue? Is it narrow and specific enough for the length of this assignment? Is it focused on one subject? Is it a claim of policy where you argue that certainpolicies should be changed? Is it a claim of value where you argue that some action, belief, or policy is morally wrong, good, or bad? Once your claim is clear, you must develop reasons that match and correspond to the type of claim being made.
Audience/Point of View: An effective argument is tailored to its audience. The reasons and the types of evidence you offer, the needs and values to which you appeal, terms defined, all depend on your audience and the type of claim. Ask: What does your audience know or not know about your topic? The audience is your instructor and classmates. Never assume that the audience is familiar with your topic or terms. You may need to include definitions and relevant details to help the audience understand your position in the first body paragraph. For this argument essay, you will use only the third-person point of view. No, “I” “We” or “You.”
Content/Body Paragraphs. For the length of this assignment, you should have at least three-to-four distinct and relevant reasons to support your thesis. Follow the guidelines for writing the argument paper when developing your reasons. Use the “because” clause approach.
Teaching argumentative writing can help develop students' critical thinking skills through inferences, arguments, facts and critical analysis. This powerpoint presentation provides: a definition for argumentative writing; examples of everyday arguments; elements of argumentative writing; ideas about how to organise an argumentative essay; practice prompts and much more!
WRTG 101S
Writing Assignment #3: Research-Supported Essay
Writing Assignment #3 will be a
research-supported essay
.
Courses that fulfill the General Education Requirements (GERs) at UMUC all have a common theme—
technological transformations
.
In following this theme throughout this semester in WRTG 101, we have read the analyses of various authors on innovations and technological transformations in education and in other fields.
In this essay, you will continue this theme of technological transformations.
You have two choices for your essay topic.
Please choose
one
of the two choices.
Please note that both choices are identical to the choices you had for writing assignment #2, the cause-effect essay.
You may write on the same topic that you wrote on for writing assignment #2; however, you may be asked to adjust the topic in some direction in order to write a more successful research paper.
In addition, of course, you will expand on the number of sources you use to defend your argument.
Technology and Education
Analyze the impact of a particular trend in technology on education.
Our discussions in the class up to this point might be helpful for you as you consider ideas for this topic.
You might analyze any one of the following.
These are just examples.
Many approaches are possible for this topic.
The potential effects of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) in higher education.
You might focus on a particular field of study for this choice.
The effects of online courses on education.
You might focus on a particular field of study for this choice.
The effects of using digital media in online courses
The effects of computer use in writing courses or courses in other disciplines
The effects of certain forms of technology on reading skills or reading habits
The potential effects of video games being introduced into schools and used to help educate students
Technology and Your Field of Study
Analyze the impact of technology on a field of study of your choice.
This option represents a more general approach to the essay.
Some examples might be the following. These are just examples.
Many approaches are possible for this topic.
The effects of mobile devices on cybersecurity
The effects of the Internet on the field of advertising
The effects of cloud computing on a particular business field
The effects of the Internet in an area of communication studies
The effects of the Internet on global marketing strategies
The effects of a particular type of technology on health care
Outline for the essay
The essay should have the following elements:
an engaging introductory paragraph.
You might even want to cite sources in the opening paragraph to make your opening engaging to the reader.
an effective and clear thesis statement
a statement of definitions and background on the topic on which you are writing.
You will want to define any terms necessary for the reader.
You may want to provide a h.
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Argument Essay Assignment
Assignment Description
For this essay, you should choose a topic from the Gale resource on Opposing Viewpoints (see below) and write a 4-5 page essay that argues a clearly defined position about that topic. The essay should have an introduction that has a clear thesis statement and demonstrates the relevance of your topic, several body paragraphs that each make focused claims, and a conclusion.
In upper level courses, you will often be asked to demonstrate your ability to converse with other scholars in your field. Your job is to change the reader’s mind about a particular subject and persuade the reader into believing your argument. Your paper must be written so that it is accessible to readers from a different perspective. In other words, be fair and unbiased when acknowledging what others say about your topic, but then prove why they are wrong using logical reasons and credible evidence. In this essay, you must synthesize various sources while persuading the reader to accept your viewpoint. You do not want to simply report what others are saying, but engage in a dialogue with them.
Purpose and Learning Objectives
The purpose of this assignment is to practice persuasive writing and synthesis of sources. You will increase your critical thinking skills by analyzing yours and others’ assumptions, evaluating multiple perspectives, and developing a clear position. Writing, research, and eloquent written expression are vital for a successful future. You will express all of these skills in this assignment. This essay will be used as the English department assessment for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s mandated core curriculum assessment of Student Learning Outcomes (SLO). This essay will address the SLO objectives of critical thinking and written communication.
Your research paper should demonstrate the following learning objectives:
Awareness of the audience to whom you are speaking
Awareness of the purpose of your argument
Ability to enter into a scholarly conversation
Ability to write a qualified and narrow argumentative thesis statement
Ability to synthesize information from various sources
Ability to craft an argument with different types of relevant, credible, and detailed support
Ability to research and identify academic sources
Ability to summarize, paraphrase, and quote while citing correctly in MLA to avoid plagiarism
Ability to converse in standard, academic English
Minimum Requirements
1,200-1,500 word essay (4-5 pages)
An interesting and informative title
A clearly stated thesis in the introduction that articulates your position and what you want to argue in your paper.
Logical and clear reasons supporting your argument
A document formatted in correct MLA format
5 sources (peer-reviewed journals, books, and reliable web sources)
One of your sources must disagree with your argument and be used to create a counterargument. A counterargument occurs when you show wh.
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Argument Essay Assignment
Assignment Description
For this essay, you should choose a topic from the Gale resource on Opposing Viewpoints (see below) and write a 4-5 page essay that argues a clearly defined position about that topic. The essay should have an introduction that has a clear thesis statement and demonstrates the relevance of your topic, several body paragraphs that each make focused claims, and a conclusion.
In upper level courses, you will often be asked to demonstrate your ability to converse with other scholars in your field. Your job is to change the reader’s mind about a particular subject and persuade the reader into believing your argument. Your paper must be written so that it is accessible to readers from a different perspective. In other words, be fair and unbiased when acknowledging what others say about your topic, but then prove why they are wrong using logical reasons and credible evidence. In this essay, you must synthesize various sources while persuading the reader to accept your viewpoint. You do not want to simply report what others are saying, but engage in a dialogue with them.
Purpose and Learning Objectives
The purpose of this assignment is to practice persuasive writing and synthesis of sources. You will increase your critical thinking skills by analyzing yours and others’ assumptions, evaluating multiple perspectives, and developing a clear position. Writing, research, and eloquent written expression are vital for a successful future. You will express all of these skills in this assignment. This essay will be used as the English department assessment for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s mandated core curriculum assessment of Student Learning Outcomes (SLO). This essay will address the SLO objectives of critical thinking and written communication.
Your research paper should demonstrate the following learning objectives:
Awareness of the audience to whom you are speaking
Awareness of the purpose of your argument
Ability to enter into a scholarly conversation
Ability to write a qualified and narrow argumentative thesis statement
Ability to synthesize information from various sources
Ability to craft an argument with different types of relevant, credible, and detailed support
Ability to research and identify academic sources
Ability to summarize, paraphrase, and quote while citing correctly in MLA to avoid plagiarism
Ability to converse in standard, academic English
Minimum Requirements
1,200-1,500 word essay (4-5 pages)
An interesting and informative title
A clearly stated thesis in the introduction that articulates your position and what you want to argue in your paper.
Logical and clear reasons supporting your argument
A document formatted in correct MLA format
5 sources (peer-reviewed journals, books, and reliable web sources)
One of your sources must disagree with your argument and be used to create a counterargument. A counterargument occurs when you show wha.
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Argument Essay Assignment
Assignment Description
For this essay, you should choose a topic from the Gale resource on Opposing Viewpoints (see below) and write a 4-5 page essay that argues a clearly defined position about that topic. The essay should have an introduction that has a clear thesis statement and demonstrates the relevance of your topic, several body paragraphs that each make focused claims, and a conclusion.
In upper level courses, you will often be asked to demonstrate your ability to converse with other scholars in your field. Your job is to change the reader’s mind about a particular subject and persuade the reader into believing your argument. Your paper must be written so that it is accessible to readers from a different perspective. In other words, be fair and unbiased when acknowledging what others say about your topic, but then prove why they are wrong using logical reasons and credible evidence. In this essay, you must synthesize various sources while persuading the reader to accept your viewpoint. You do not want to simply report what others are saying, but engage in a dialogue with them.
Purpose and Learning Objectives
The purpose of this assignment is to practice persuasive writing and synthesis of sources. You will increase your critical thinking skills by analyzing yours and others’ assumptions, evaluating multiple perspectives, and developing a clear position. Writing, research, and eloquent written expression are vital for a successful future. You will express all of these skills in this assignment. This essay will be used as the English department assessment for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s mandated core curriculum assessment of Student Learning Outcomes (SLO). This essay will address the SLO objectives of critical thinking and written communication.
Your research paper should demonstrate the following learning objectives:
Awareness of the audience to whom you are speaking
Awareness of the purpose of your argument
Ability to enter into a scholarly conversation
Ability to write a qualified and narrow argumentative thesis statement
Ability to synthesize information from various sources
Ability to craft an argument with different types of relevant, credible, and detailed support
Ability to research and identify academic sources
Ability to summarize, paraphrase, and quote while citing correctly in MLA to avoid plagiarism
Ability to converse in standard, academic English
Minimum Requirements
1,200-1,500 word essay (4-5 pages)
An interesting and informative title
A clearly stated thesis in the introduction that articulates your position and what you want to argue in your paper.
Logical and clear reasons supporting your argument
A document formatted in correct MLA format
5 sources (peer-reviewed journals, books, and reliable web sources)
One of your sources must disagree with your argument and be used to create a counterargument. A counterargument occurs when you show wha.
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Research and Persuasive Essay
Unit Three
Front Range Community College
ENG 122 Spring 2014
Caroline Daniel, Instructor
Table of Contents
Essay assignment ………………………………………………………………………………. 3
Tips for The Beast ………………………………………………………………………………. 6
Topics ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Calendars ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
Essay Assignment - Research and Persuasive Essay Paper “The Beast”
This assignment will consist of each step in the writing process.
Brainstorming Due: ________________________________________________________
Outlining Due: ______________________________________________________________
Working Thesis Statement Due: __________________________________________
Argument Proposal Due: __________________________________________________
Portfolio/Annotated Bibliography Due: _________________________________
Rough Draft #1 Due: _______________________________________________________
Rough Draft #2 Due: _______________________________________________________
Conference Date and Time: _______________________________________________
Final Draft Due: December 8, 2014
Assignment: write a 10-page persuasive research paper on the topic of your choice. Your task is to present your opinion on an issue or problem in such a way that your presentation reveals your understanding and attempt to convince others of its efficacy. Unlike argument, the persuasive essay requires an audience, which will consist of your classmates and instructor. The Research and Persuasive Essay (RPE) calls upon the skills of analysis and synthesis, i.e. “breaking” the larger issue into smaller components and incorporating opinions and evidence from sources into your own argument. You will also be using the skills of paraphrasing, summarizing and quoting sources to substantiate and support your position. The subject must be controversial: this assignment requires you to take a position and defend it, and you must be able to address the opposition, i.e., the refutation.
Organization: The essay must follow the classical arrangement of persuasive discourse. Use this guideline while preparing your outline:
1. Introduction
Remain neutral
Remain general, no specific points
Generate reader interest
Avoid overuse of sources in the introduction
2. Background
Give overview of differing opinions
Define terms (if relevant)
Provide history (if relevant)
Provide overview of interest groups
Establish credibility or authority
Introduce thesis
3. Confirmation
Your points (1 idea or point per paragraph)
Support opinion with evidence and facts from sources
Comment on how sources prove or illustrate your position
Avoid using source material, especially quotations, as topic or transitional sentences
Think about transitional words and devices that will move the argument forward seamlessly and fluidly
3. Refutation
Identify opposition by name or title (A.C.L.U., the Catholic Church)
Fairly and acc.
1. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Paper Writing:Making an Argument
2. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Are you writing an argument? An argument involves the process of establishing a claim and then proving it with the use of logical reasoning, examples, and research.
3. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Steps in the Process Choose a topic you can explore. Study the issues critically. Pick a side. Make a claim (thesis statement). Make a case for the defense of your position. Consider the opposing viewpoints by either a) refuting them or b) qualifying your own argument. Test your argument for fairness/effectiveness
4. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Writing Clearly for Arts & Science Three main principles of good writing are: Clarity Conciseness Forcefulness “When you are out to describe the truth, leave elegance to the tailor.”Albert Einstein
5. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Organizing Your Paper Title Introduction Thesis statement Body Paragraphs Constructing Topic Sentences Building Main Points Countering the Opposition? Conclusion
6. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Why is organization important in building an argument? Guides an audience through your reasoning process Offers a clear explanation of each argued point Demonstrates the credibility of the writer
7. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Thinking about Titles Introduce the topic of discussion to the audience Avoid titles that are too general or lack character Pick up on words or examples offered in the body or conclusion of the paper
8. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Ways to Begin an Introduction personal anecdote example-real or hypothetical question quotation shocking statistics striking image brief summary of the background
9. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab What is a thesis statement? The MOST IMPORTANT SENTENCE in your paper Lets the reader know the main idea of the paper Not a factual statement, but a claim that has to be proven throughout the paper Answers the question: “What am I trying to prove?”
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11. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Thesis Statements in Argument Essays Everything in the essay should relate to the thesis statement. Construct a series of arguments which will convince the reader of the truth and validity of your position as stated in the thesis. Use your thesis statement as the starting point for a plan or outline of your essay.
12. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Which thesis statement is the most effective for an argument about the need for V-chips in television sets? Parents, often too busy to watch television shows with their families, can monitor their children’s viewing habits with the aid of the V-chip. To help parents monitor their children’s viewing habits, the V-chip should be a required feature for television sets sold in the U.S. This paper will describe a V-chip and examine the uses of the V-chip in American-made television sets.
13. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab How Can You Tell a Strong Thesis Statement? A strong thesis takes some sort of stand. A strong thesis justifies the discussion in the rest of your essay. A strong thesis expresses one main idea. A strong thesis statement is specific.
14. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Body Paragraphs and Topic Sentences Body paragraphs build upon the claims made in the introductory paragraph(s). Use topic sentences to illustrate the main idea of each paragraph. Give a brief explanation of the history or recent developments in your topic within the early body paragraphs.
15. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Body Paragraphs Paragraphs may be ordered in several ways, depending upon the topic and purpose of your argument: General to specific information Most important point to least important point Weakest claim to strongest claim
16. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Offering a Counterargument Addressing the claims of the opposition is an important component in building a convincing argument. It demonstrates your credibility as a writer--you have researched multiple sides of the argument and have come to an informed decision.
17. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Offering a Counterargument Counterarguments may be located at various locations within your body paragraphs. You may choose to: build each of your main points as a contrast to oppositional claims. offer a counterargument after you have articulated your main claims.
18. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Counterarguing effectively Consider your audience when you offer your counterargument. Conceding to some of your opposition’s concerns can demonstrate respect for their opinions. Remain tactful yet firm. Using rude or deprecating language can cause your audience to reject your position without carefully considering your claims.
19. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Incorporating research into the body paragraphs Researched material can aid you in proving the claims of your argument and disproving oppositional claims. Be sure to use your research to support the claims made in your topic sentences--make your research work to prove your argument!
20. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Conclusion -- The Big Finale Your conclusion should reemphasize the main points made in your paper. You may choose to reiterate a call to action or speculate on the future of your topic, when appropriate. Avoid raising new claims in your conclusion.
21. Modified from Resources of the Purdue University Writing Lab Organizing your argument Title Introduction Body Paragraphs Constructing Topic Sentences Building Main Points Countering the Opposition Conclusion