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    This document provides an overview of building strong arguments. It defines an argument as statements and reasoning used to support a proposition. Arguments can also be discussions between people with opposing views. There are two main types of arguments: deductive arguments where conclusions must be true if the premises are true, and inductive arguments where conclusions are probable but not certain. The process of writing an argument involves reviewing materials, identifying main points and opposing views, writing a thesis statement, outlining supporting points and refutations, and drafting with evidence and a conclusion. The purpose of an argumentative essay is to think critically, develop research skills, and support claims with evidence.

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    This document provides an overview of building strong arguments. It defines an argument as statements and reasoning used to support a proposition. Arguments can also be discussions between people with opposing views. There are two main types of arguments: deductive arguments where conclusions must be true if the premises are true, and inductive arguments where conclusions are probable but not certain. The process of writing an argument involves reviewing materials, identifying main points and opposing views, writing a thesis statement, outlining supporting points and refutations, and drafting with evidence and a conclusion. The purpose of an argumentative essay is to think critically, develop research skills, and support claims with evidence.

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    This document provides an overview of building strong arguments. It defines an argument as statements and reasoning used to support a proposition. Arguments can also be discussions between people with opposing views. There are two main types of arguments: deductive arguments where conclusions must be true if the premises are true, and inductive arguments where conclusions are probable but not certain. The process of writing an argument involves reviewing materials, identifying main points and opposing views, writing a thesis statement, outlining supporting points and refutations, and drafting with evidence and a conclusion. The purpose of an argumentative essay is to think critically, develop research skills, and support claims with evidence.

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    Building Strong Arguments

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    Makoy Aguila
    This document provides an overview of building strong arguments. It defines an argument as statements and reasoning used to support a proposition. Arguments can also be discussions between people with opposing views. There are two main types of arguments: deductive arguments where conclusions must be true if the premises are true, and inductive arguments where conclusions are probable but not certain. The process of writing an argument involves reviewing materials, identifying main points and opposing views, writing a thesis statement, outlining supporting points and refutations, and drafting with evidence and a conclusion. The purpose of an argumentative essay is to think critically, develop research skills, and support claims with evidence.

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    BUILDING STRONG

    ARGUMENTS

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    Meaning of Argument
    Argument comes from the 14th century French word of the
    same spelling meaning “statements and reasoning in support
    of a proposition.

    Argument also means “a discussion between people who


    have contrary views.
    The definition argument focuses on clarifying a
    definition for a controversial term or concept. In other
    words, a definition argument is one that asserts we
    cannot make clear assertions or possess a clear
    understanding of an issue until we understand exactly
    what the terms means. (Excelsior Online Writing Lab)

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    Types of Argument
    Deductive

     Inferences have to be true. You start from a basic


    statements or “ premise” and as long as that premise
    is true there is no logical way for the conclusion to be
    false.

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    Inductive

     Inferences don’t have to be true, but probably are.

    ( Philosophyterms.com)

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    Process of writing an argument
    1. Review all the reading materials
    on the subject - notes, highlighting etc.

    2. Divide the main points


    into those for your issue and those against your issue.

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    3. Write a thesis statement
    identifying the issue and your position.

    4. Construct an outline
    which has the primary main ideas supporting your
    position and one or two opposing arguments for
    refutation. Choose a pattern of organization which is
    logical and convincing.

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    5. Outline secondary supports
    for each of your major points. Including evidence

    6. Begin your draft


    Write the body of the essay based on your outline,
    using your major supports as topic sentences.

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    7. Write your introduction
    Include briefly some background information so you set
    the stage for your argument. State that there is an
    opposition view and the main points you plan to
    dispute. Give your thesis and an essay map outlining
    the main points in support of your thesis.

    8. Write your conclusion


    Make sure you restate the main premise, present one
    or two arguments which summarize tour main points.

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    Basic Skills in writing
    Argument skills belong among the essential 21st
    century cognitive skills. We face complex issues
    that require careful, balanced reasoning to
    resolve.

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    Purpose of Argumentative essay
    1. Logical and persuasive
    It aims at developing a persuasive person who can
    effectively argue out an issue in a more logical way that
    can be understood by the audience involved for
    decision making agenda.

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    3. Critical Thinking
    • It aims at developing a student who can think
    critically, Critical thinking is very important skill in not
    only leadership but also in life at large.
    • The argumentative skill makes student understand
    both the potential weaknesses and strengths of their
    position in an issue.

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    4. Research Skills
    • We live in a world of academics where solution for
    natural and scientific phenomena is best obtained
    through extensive research work.

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    5. Evidence for Claim
    • The background of argumentative essay is established
    on the idea that is not the product that matters but
    the process.
    • It is not about your claim or what you believe in or
    idea you subscribe to but rather the facts or reason or
    evidences behind your position.
    (customessays.co.uk)

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