Persuasive Essay | Part 1 - Outline
Summary
In this assignment, you will write a Persuasive Essay. The focus of this essay is to research a topic and to persuade the reader to agree with your point of view. The topic you choose should be something that anyone could imagine or relate to, that has the tension of a topic with at least two viewpoints, and that you should attempt to connect to the reader through with a deeper examination of the topic. In Part 1, you will define your topic and outline the supporting points you will include in your essay. In Part 2, you will follow the headings in the template to craft your essay. Once you have proofread your essay, submit it for feedback. In Part 3, review the feedback from your instructor. If there are any areas for improvement that are noted, make the changes to your essay, and then submit your final draft.
- Write an essay in which you take a position (on the topic of your choice that has more than one viewpoint), support that position with substantive detail, and defend that argument against an opponent’s position.
- Example: Do kids benefit if every child who participates in a sport gets a trophy for participation?
- Download the Essay Outline Template (opens in a new window, select "Use Template") to guide you in prewriting and planning.
- Begin by using the outline template on the document as you share details about your essay topic. Follow the examples provided in the template to craft your argument. Fill out all sections of the outline.
- Proceed through the writing process (outlining/organizing, drafting, revising/editing/proofreading), and gather information and details to support your position and recommendations on the topic.
- Upload your document using one of the options below.
- Follow the steps in Uploading a Google Doc as an Assignment Submission (open in a new document).
- Follow the steps in Downloading Documents as a PDF Document (open in a new document) then upload it.
- Submit your outline before the deadline.
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