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= Argument Writing: Assignment =

= Details =

Phase One

 * Choose a topic which has two distinct sides to argue.
 * Research both sides of the argument and compile a pro list and a con list, complete with links to articles, webpages, videos, etc.
 * Create a new page (NOT a new wiki) and use your topic as the title.
 * Create a table for your pros and cons, and link each resource within the table. You must have five resources for each side (10 total).
 * Add your notes and information from the sources next to each link. Remember to use quotation marks if you directly quote (copy) information.
 * __**DUE BY: Friday, April 4**__

Phase Two

 * Visit other pages and use the discussion tab to comment on and question their ideas and resources.
 * ONLY USE DISCUSSION POSTS. DO NOT CHANGE THEIR PAGE!
 * Try to find points they have not thought about.
 * BE POLITE: no name-calling, insults, or negativity
 * Say: "I disagree with this because," "This doesn't seem right. Have you thought about this," "This source seems biased. For example"
 * Don't say: "This/You are dumb/stupid," "You're wrong," "I don't agree"
 * BE INTELLIGENT: think about what you are commenting before you click submit
 * Respond to discussion posts on your own page.
 * Write a thesis statement that includes your opinion on the topic, plus your three main points of argument. Write the thesis on your page, under the pro/con table.
 * ** __DUE BY: Tuesday, April 22__ **

Phase Three

 * Using the resources you compiled and the discussions you had, write a traditional editorial on your topic.
 * Use the 5-paragraph method: introduction, 3 body paragraphs, conclusion
 * Include 2 or more appeals
 * Include 3 or more rhetorical devices
 * Address all appropriate counterclaims (you should have one or more in each body paragraph)
 * Write or paste your essay into your page, under the thesis statement.