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Introduction

Clearly Stated Position

Introduction

Argument

Academic Evidence

"Field-Specific" Academic Evidence

Refucting Opposing Positions

Counter-Example

Outlining an Opposing Position

Appealing to the Audience

Conclusion

Citations

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The Argument/Presentation of Evidence

The bulk of an argument is given over to supplying and presenting the evidence that supports a particular claim or position, refuting opposing arguments and making appeals to the logical, ethical and emotional sensibilities of the audience.

• Acceptable Academic Evidence
• Acceptable "Field-Specific" Academic Evidence
• Refuting Opposing Positions
• Using a Counter-Example
• Outlining an Opposing Position
• Appealing to the Audience