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    This document provides guidance on writing a position paper. It defines a position paper as an essay that presents an arguable opinion on an issue, typically from the author's perspective. It outlines a 5-step process for writing a position paper: 1) selecting a topic, 2) conducting preliminary research, 3) challenging your own topic, 4) continuing to collect supporting evidence, and 5) creating an outline. It also describes the standard structure for a position paper, which includes an introduction with the thesis statement, paragraphs addressing counterclaims and reasons supporting the position, and a conclusion.

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    This document provides guidance on writing a position paper. It defines a position paper as an essay that presents an arguable opinion on an issue, typically from the author's perspective. It outlines a 5-step process for writing a position paper: 1) selecting a topic, 2) conducting preliminary research, 3) challenging your own topic, 4) continuing to collect supporting evidence, and 5) creating an outline. It also describes the standard structure for a position paper, which includes an introduction with the thesis statement, paragraphs addressing counterclaims and reasons supporting the position, and a conclusion.

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    This document provides guidance on writing a position paper. It defines a position paper as an essay that presents an arguable opinion on an issue, typically from the author's perspective. It outlines a 5-step process for writing a position paper: 1) selecting a topic, 2) conducting preliminary research, 3) challenging your own topic, 4) continuing to collect supporting evidence, and 5) creating an outline. It also describes the standard structure for a position paper, which includes an introduction with the thesis statement, paragraphs addressing counterclaims and reasons supporting the position, and a conclusion.

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    English: For Academic Purposes

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    La Vern O.
    This document provides guidance on writing a position paper. It defines a position paper as an essay that presents an arguable opinion on an issue, typically from the author's perspective. It outlines a 5-step process for writing a position paper: 1) selecting a topic, 2) conducting preliminary research, 3) challenging your own topic, 4) continuing to collect supporting evidence, and 5) creating an outline. It also describes the standard structure for a position paper, which includes an introduction with the thesis statement, paragraphs addressing counterclaims and reasons supporting the position, and a conclusion.

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    ENGLISH

    for academic purposes


    [ ENGA ]
    Let us
    observe
    silence
    and
    show
    sinceri
    ty as
    we pray
    Let us think!
    • Do you think alcohol and cigarette ads be banned in national
    television?
    • Should people test drugs on animals?
    • Should parents monitor the internet use of their children?
    • Should homeschooling be implemented?
    • Should plastic surgeries be allowed?
    • Should teenagers be allowed to marry early?
    • Should school uniforms be optional?
    • Do you think students should not be prevented to study abroad?
    riting
    osition Paper
    General Objective:
    To present a convincing
    position paper based on
    properly cited factual
    evidence
    Learning Competencies:

     defines what a position paper is


     identifies situations in which a position paper may
    be effectively used in our present society
     gathers manifestoes and analyzes the arguments
    used by the writer/s
     defends a stand on an issue by presenting
    reasonable arguments supported by properly cited
    factual evidences
     writes various kinds of position papers
    “Give me”
    Why to use your prior knowledge?
    A learner's understanding of a
    text can be improved by
    activating their prior
    knowledge before dealing with
    the text, and developing this
    habit is good learner training for
    them.
    National Issues to Debate:
    • Divorce
    • LGBTQA
    • Same Sex Marriage
    • Corpural Punishment
    • No-Assignment Rule
    • Death Penalty
    • Political Dynasty
    What is a
    POSITIO
    N
    PAPER?
    What is a P O SI TIO N
    PAP E R ?
    (in business and politics)
    a written report outlining
    someone's attitude or
    intentions regarding a
    particular matter.
    What is a PO S I TIO N
    PAPE R ?
    A position paper is an essay that presents an
    arguable opinion about an issue – typically that
    of the author or some specified entity. Position
    papers are published in academia, in politics, in
    law and other domains.
    ARGUABLE TOPICS ONLY
    5 Steps to Writing a Position Paper

    1. Select a Topic for Your Paper


    2. Conduct Preliminary
    Research
    3. Challenge Your Own Topic
    4. Continue to Collect
    Supporting Evidence
    5. Create an Outline
    STRUCTURE OF A POSITION PAPER

    PARAGRAPH 1-
    a. Define and describe the nature of the
    phenomenon/problem/issue
    (add statistics, or outbreaking news, narrative report if necessary)
    b. State the importance of the discussion
    (Why is there a need to talk about the topic?)
    c. Write your thesis statement
    STRUCTURE OF A POSITION PAPER
    PARAGRAPH 2-Write a COUNTERCLAIM
    STRUCTURE OF A POSITION PAPER
    PARAGRAPH 3-Discuss and explain reason
    number one. Add a reference or explanation using Ensure
    citations searched in a book or on the internet. coherence by
    PARAGRAPH 4-Discuss and explain reason
    number two. Add a reference or explanation using
    using cohesive
    citations searched in a book or on the internet. devices like
    PARAGRAPH 5-Discuss and explain reason moreover,
    number three. Add a reference or explanation
    using citations searched in a book or on the furthermore, in
    internet. addition,
    likewise, to add,
    STRUCTURE OF A POSITION PAPER
    PARAGRAPH 6-Leave a remarkable message to the readers , can
    also be a generalization
    STRUCTURE OF A POSITION PAPER
    PARAGRAPH 1-
    • Define and describe the nature of the phenomenon/problem/issue
    (add statistics, or outbreaking news, narrative report if necessary)
    • State the importance of the discussion (Why is there a need to talk about the topic?)
    • Write your thesis statement (topic +claim+ 3 reasons)
    PARAGRAPH 2-Write a COUNTERCLAIM
    PARAGRAPH 3-Discuss and explain reason number one. Add a reference or explanation using
    citations searched in a book or on the internet.
    PARAGRAPH 4-Discuss and explain reason number two. Add a reference or explanation using
    citations searched in a book or on the internet.
    PARAGRAPH 5-Discuss and explain reason number three. Add a reference or explanation using
    citations searched in a book or on the internet.
    PARAGRAPH 6-Remarkable message to the readers , can also be a generalization
    Learning to write an essay
    is a skill you will use
    throughout your life. The
    simple organization of
    ideas you use when writing
    an essay will help you write
    business letters, company
    memos, and marketing
    materials for your clubs
    and organizations. 

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