- What is the primary purpose of the academic argument essay? To convince the reader that the writer's position is sound, credible, a reasonable position based on an interpretation of the evidence.
- What is the difference between Classical and Rogerian arguments? Classical: direct statement of claim, followed by reasons/evidence to support claim. Rogerian: seeking to understand what others believe to find places where opposing positions can agree.
- What are the rhetorical appeals? Ethos, pathos, and logos.
- What is the six-part argument structure according to our textbook? Introduction - an attention-grabber or memorable scene, background/explanation of the issue, statement of claim (the thesis or controlling idea), presentation of the reasons to support the claim, summary of and refutation of opposing views, and the conclusion (summary or call to action).
- BONUS: According to the assignment prompt, what is one way to complete the following sentence: In order to successfully complete this essay assignment, you will need to:
- Make a claim that is based on the argument types we read about in The Wayne Writer (definition, evaluation, causal, rebuttal, proposal).
- Support your claim throughout your essay with examples and evidence gathered through your research methods.
- Identify and clearly target a specific academic audience with your writing, considering whether that audience is comprised of insiders or outsiders relative to your community of observation.
- Your essay should also address the purpose you stated in your I-Search project, and the results of your research investigations. Did you find what you expected? Why or why not?
- Conclude with avenues for further pursuit: is there an issue or tension you’ve discovered that needs to be further explored? A change you think should be made? More research that needs to be conducted to further pursue your questions?