To make a convincing argument you will need information about your subject and the other side.
Use this table or make a table on your docs to help you gather the information. It is a good idea to get some expert testimony or statistics.
The Pro side of the argument The Con side of the argument
Sources: Use BibMe to make a proper bibliography.
Planning the Essay
Use this outline to help you organize your essay.
¶ 1. Possible lead
Claim
¶ 2. Support point 1. (Make sure you order your support points - either weakest to strongest, or strongest to weakest.
Examples and explanations
¶ 3. Support point 2
Examples and explanations
¶ 4. Support Point 3
Examples and explanations
¶ 5. The other side. What do people on the other side of the argument say? What makes your argument better (refute or disprove their argument)?
¶ 6. Conclusion
Restate the claim and summarize the key points. Leave your audience with final thoughts or a call to action.