Argument Writing Guidelines
Directions:
There is no single right answer to these questions – often you can argue very different points. What I care about is whether you use the information in the question and from the readings and lectures to logically support your argument.
Here are the rules: 1) Be entirely explicit about your arguments. Don’t expect me to draw conclusions for myself, I won’t. 2) Make sure that your arguments have validity, that is, they are based on evidence/examples/truths that are observable in real world. 3) Be clear and concise. Don’t try to use complex words or long sentences. Think of this as writing for children. Your ideas can be complex, but you should be able to write your argument simply.
For the answers, be sure
There is no single right answer to these questions – often you can argue very different points. What I care about is whether you use the information in the question and from the readings and lectures to logically support your argument.
Here are the rules: 1) Be entirely explicit about your arguments. Don’t expect me to draw conclusions for myself, I won’t. 2) Make sure that your arguments have validity, that is, they are based on evidence/examples/truths that are observable in real world. 3) Be clear and concise. Don’t try to use complex words or long sentences. Think of this as writing for children. Your ideas can be complex, but you should be able to write your argument simply.
For the answers, be sure