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What is the first step in creating a research paper?
What is the first step in creating a research paper?
- Creating an outline
- Selecting a topic (correct)
- Conducting in-depth research
- Forming an opinion or position
What is the purpose of listing three current issues?
What is the purpose of listing three current issues?
- To identify the most popular topic
- To select a topic that is easy to research
- To create a comprehensive research paper
- To ensure the topic has at least two opposing views (correct)
What is the next step after selecting a topic?
What is the next step after selecting a topic?
- Identifying opposing views (correct)
- Conducting in-depth research
- Forming an opinion or position
- Creating an outline
What is the purpose of forming an opinion or position?
What is the purpose of forming an opinion or position?
What is the final step in creating a research paper?
What is the final step in creating a research paper?
What is the purpose of creating an outline?
What is the purpose of creating an outline?
What is an important characteristic of a person with a strong sense of conviction?
What is an important characteristic of a person with a strong sense of conviction?
What is the primary goal of a position paper?
What is the primary goal of a position paper?
What is the significance of presenting both supporting and opposing views in a position paper?
What is the significance of presenting both supporting and opposing views in a position paper?
What is the purpose of evidence in a position paper?
What is the purpose of evidence in a position paper?
What is the role of the writer's conviction in a position paper?
What is the role of the writer's conviction in a position paper?
What is the primary focus of a position paper, according to Grace Fleming?
What is the primary focus of a position paper, according to Grace Fleming?
What is an essential step in writing a position paper?
What is an essential step in writing a position paper?
What is the ultimate goal of a position paper?
What is the ultimate goal of a position paper?
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Study Notes
Importance of Position Paper
- Having a position or stance is a crucial aspect of being a person, as it shows a solid disposition in life and is not easily swayed.
- A position paper is a way to express one's stance and opinions on a particular issue through writing.
Characteristics of a Position Paper
- A position paper aims to present the truth or evidence on a specific issue, often timely and controversial.
- It includes reasons and evidence to support one's stance.
- It is important to present both supporting and opposing views on the issue.
Definition of a Position Paper
- According to Grace Fleming, a position paper is a way to support or argue for a particular truth or stance on a controversial issue by building a case or argument.
Steps in Writing a Position Paper
- Identify the topic and state the thesis
- Conduct preliminary research
- Develop a position or stance based on the research
- Conduct in-depth research
- Create an outline
- Write the position paper
- Share the position paper
Writing a Position Paper Outline
- Introduction
- Reasons for the opposing side
- Reasons for one's own stance
- Supporting evidence for one's stance
- Conclusion and reiteration of one's stance
Choosing a Topic
- Read the newspaper, watch television, or listen to the radio to identify timely and controversial issues
- Choose a topic with at least two opposing views
- Identify the opposing views and possible reasons for each side
- Develop a stance on the issue and explain how it was arrived at
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