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How to create an Argumentative/Persuasive writing piece for science?

How to create an Argumentative/Persuasive writing piece for science?. Common Core State Standards. 1. Choose A Specific Issue . Should a painkiller made in Europe be used in the United States. 2. Research the topic thoroughly. Research topics that can go against your claim

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How to create an Argumentative/Persuasive writing piece for science?

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  1. How to create an Argumentative/Persuasive writing piece for science? Common Core State Standards

  2. 1. Choose A Specific Issue Should a painkiller made in Europe be used in the United States.

  3. 2. Research the topic thoroughly Research topics that can go against your claim it helps to reduces BIAS. Also research topics that support your claim Resource/Evidence: Zogenix Painkiller Fails to Win Support of U.S. Advisers By Anna Edney - Dec 7, 2012 6:24 PM ET http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-12-07/zongenix-s-painkiller-fails-to-win-support-of-u-s-advisers.html

  4. 3. Develop A Working Thesis Should state your argument on the issue and summarize your arguments main reasons. Should be part of your introduction paragragh i.e. Painkillers made in other countries are ok as long as scientist prove all safety protocols have been followed and well tested.

  5. 4. List The Strongest Arguments Look for statistics (numbers) Facts/completed experiments Speeches Movies/documentaries

  6. 5. Paragraphs Each point of your argument should be introduced in a new paragraph. No less than 3 arguments to support or refute your point.

  7. 6. Conclusion Opinion is valid. Explain why individuals would agree or disagree with your topic.

  8. Outline/ Organization PRO- To agree with a topic CON- To disagree with a topic Refutation method: You can refute a claim through showing: an insufficient claim, opponents are partially correct, and opponents are completely wrong. 3 patterns that can be followed

  9. Possible Genres For Presentation ·Powerpoint presentation ·Brochure ·Essay ·Posters ·Journal articles (newspaper) ·Letter ·Skit (play) ·Photo essay with captions ·Oral presentation (written first) ·Comic book

  10. Suggested Writing Process DUE MARCH 1, 2013 1. Define the purpose 2. Choose an audience 3. Choose a genre and form 4. Annotate a mentor text 5. Pre write: Brainstorming and graphic organizers 6. Outline 7. First draft 8. Share draft and receive feedback 9. Revise 10. Hand in

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