argumentative essay
Composing advanced introductions & conclusions
Incorporating research sources properly using the ICE formula
Avoiding and recognizing logical fallacies
Using the Toulmin Model as a pre-writing tool for planning an inductive argument
Summarize the main points of debate surrounding your discussion topic.
Concede to a view held by your opposing audience. A concession is when you concede a point to your opponents without attempting to refute it. A concession early in your values claim will not dilute your position but can help you achieve greater credibility.
The use of rebuttal is required for this assignment. Fairly address and rebut at least one major view held by your opponents. In other words, your stance brings to mind an opposing point, and you respond to this opposition directly as you refute it and defend your own view.
write in third person only. 1st or 2nd person constructions (I, we, me, our, us, or you) will result in points off.
Incorporate at least one quote from the Project 3: Claim of Values videos/readings.
This essay is research-based, so you must support your assertions with credible research on the topic. A minimum of three scholarly, peer-reviewed sources are required.