Position Paper: Selection, Organization, and Presentation of Information PDF

POSITION P A P E R Selection, Organization, and Presentation of Information LESSON OBJECTIVES Defining a Position Paper Guidelines and Steps for Writing a Position Paper General Outline Tips in Writing a Position Paper  H IS BET IC TE H R? W ...

POSITION P A P E R Selection, Organization, and Presentation of Information LESSON OBJECTIVES Defining a Position Paper Guidelines and Steps for Writing a Position Paper General Outline Tips in Writing a Position Paper  H IS BET IC TE H R? W  H IS BET IC TE H R? W WHAT IS A POSITION PAPER? A type of academic writing where the author investigates a controversial issue and presents a paper outlining their stance or perspective on it. POSITION PAPER Additionally, a position paper: Presents a stance on an issue along with the reasoning behind it. The goal is to gain support for the position. Relies on facts to establish a strong basis for the argument.  STEPS IN WRITING A POSITION PAPER Choose a SUBJECT/TOPIC for your paper  STEPS IN WRITING A POSITION PAPER Choose a SUBJECT/TOPIC Conduct for your paper RESEARCH  STEPS IN WRITING A POSITION PAPER Choose a CHALLENGE SUBJECT/TOPIC Conduct RESEARCH your own topic. for your paper  STEPS IN WRITING A POSITION PAPER Choose a CHALLENGE SUBJECT/TOPIC Conduct RESEARCH your own topic. for your paper Collect Dwight D. SUPPORTING Eisehower EVIDENCE  STEPS IN WRITING A POSITION PAPER Choose a CHALLENGE SUBJECT/TOPIC Conduct RESEARCH your own topic. for your paper Create an Collect Dwight D. SUPPORTING OUTLINE Eisehower EVIDENCE  GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Support your argument with evidence, such as statistics, dates, or significant events.  GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Support your argument with evidence, such as statistics, dates, or significant events. Example: Argument: Climate change is accelerating due to human activities. Supporting Evidence: According to NASA, global temperatures have risen by 1.1°C since the late 19th century. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reported that 2020 was one of the hottest years on record. Deforestation rates increased by 2.1 million hectares annually between 2015 and 2020, contributing to higher carbon dioxide levels.  GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Support your argument with evidence, such as statistics, dates, or significant events. 2. Strengthen your stance by citing authoritative sources or primary quotations.  GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Support your argument with evidence, such as statistics, dates, or significant events. 2. Strengthen your stance by citing authoritative Example: sources or primary quotations. Argument: Education is crucial for social and economic progress. Supporting Evidence: According to Nelson Mandela, "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." A report from UNESCO highlights that countries with high literacy rates experience faster economic growth and reduced poverty levels. The World Bank states that each additional year of schooling can increase a person’s income by 10% on average.  GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Support your argument with evidence, such as statistics, dates, or significant events. 2. Strengthen or validating your stance by citing authoritative sources or primary quotations. 3. Analyze both the strengths and weaknesses of your position.  Example: GENERAL GUIDELINES Position: Social media is a powerful tool for raising awareness and promoting social change. Strengths: Social media allows information to spread quickly, reaching a global audience 1. Support your argument with evidence, such within minutes. as statistics, dates, or significant events. It provides a platform for marginalized voices, empowering individuals to share their experiences. 2. Strengthen Campaigns your stance by citing authoritative like #BlackLivesMatter and #ClimateAction have gained global sources or primary quotations.support through social media. Weaknesses: 3. Analyze bothMisinformation the strengths and just can spread weaknesses of your as quickly, leading to confusion and false position. narratives. Excessive reliance on social media activism may result in "slacktivism," where people support causes online but take no real-world action.  GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Support your argument with evidence, such as statistics, dates, or significant events. 2. Strengthen your stance by citing authoritative sources or primary quotations. 3. Analyze both the strengths and weaknesses of your position. 4. Consider potential solutions and recommend appropriate actions.  GENERAL GUIDELINES Example: Issue: Rising plastic pollution is harming marine life and ecosystems. Potential Solutions: Promote the Use of Eco-Friendly Alternatives: Encourage businesses to replace 1. Support your argument with plastic evidence, packaging such as materials. with biodegradable statistics, dates, orImplement significant events.Programs: Communities should adopt Strict Recycling comprehensive recycling systems to reduce plastic waste. 2. StrengthenPublic yourAwareness stance Campaigns: by citingEducate authoritative citizens on the importance of reducing sources or primary quotations. single-use plastics. Recommended Actions: 3. Analyze both the strengths Governments and should weaknesses introduce policies thatofban your single-use plastics. position. Schools and organizations can initiate beach clean-up drives and recycling workshops. 4. Consider potential solutions Individuals should adopt and recommend a zero-waste lifestyle by using reusable products like appropriate actions. metal straws and cloth bags.  GENERAL O U T L I N E Introduction, Body, Conclusion  GENERAL OUTLINE Introduction: Issue Identification: Clearly define and present the topic or problem. Position Statement: Express your specific viewpoint or stance on the issue. The number of body paragraphs will differ by assignment and scope of topic.  GENERAL OUTLINE Body (Development): Background Information: Provide context and essential details about the issue. Supporting Evidence or Facts: Present data, examples, and reliable sources to back your position. Discussion of Both Sides: Analyze and address arguments from both perspectives to create a balanced discussion.  GENERAL OUTLINE Conclusion Summary of Main Concepts and Ideas: Recap the key points and arguments presented. Suggested Courses of Action: Propose specific steps or recommendations to address the issue. Possible Solution: Offer a practical and well-reasoned solution to resolve the problem. TIPS IN WRITING Be confident in presenting and defending your argument. TIPS IN WRITING Be confident in presenting and defending your argument. Consider all perspectives on the issue and build your stance on a comprehensive analysis of the relevant evidence. TIPS IN WRITING Demonstrate that you have carefully examined the text or issue. TIPS IN WRITING Demonstrate that you have carefully examined the text or issue. Communicate your ideas clearly and directly. TIPS IN WRITING Demonstrate that you have carefully examined the text or issue. Communicate your ideas clearly and directly. Incorporate powerful or vivid verbs and specific, tangible nouns to make your writing more engaging and precise.  REFERENCES Teacher Kat. (2021, May 24). Lesson 8: Writing a Position Paper | EAPP. 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