General Info.
Where are academic arguments typically found?
College and professional work
Give an example of an acceptable font size and type.
Answers vary
Ex: Times New Roman, 12 pt.
What is the first step in developing an academic argument?
Choosing a topic that interests you and that you want to explore more
What is the overall goal when writing an academic argument?
To come as close to the truth as possible
What kind of audiences should you consider when writing an academic argument? (3 total)
The instructor who gave you the project
Your classmates
People who are already discussing your topic
List one of the two things that should be considered when selecting a visual.
Has a strong contribution to your message
Appeals to audience and topic
Where should you find your information?
Library databases, scholastic sources, experts, reliable internet sources, etc...
What tone should you adopt?
Reasonable, fair-minded, careful
Out of logos, pathos, and ethos which appeal is most important?
Logos
Name two of the four things that you need to have for each visual.
Label and number each visual
Introduce and comment on visual
Provide a caption that includes source info. and a description
Cite the source in the works cited
Name and describe one of the three stances you can take in an academic argument.
Reporter - analyzes topic objectively
Critic - points out mistakes with the topic
Advocate - supports the topic
What should you avoid regarding style and tone in an academic argument?
Colloquialisms, slang, and contradictions