The Argumentative

Report
The Art Of Critical Thinking

The Pro Con Chart

PROS

1)

POINT ONE

2)

POINT TWO

3)

POINT THREE ( Most critical point of the argument stated here)

CONS

1) POINT ONE
2) POINT TWO
3) POINT THREE
( Most critical point
of the argument
stated here)

Your Thesis: Your Voice

Here you clearly state your claim. You clearly describe to your
audience and reader your perspective.
For Example: This Report will successfully prove that the
Alternative Energy Sources Should Be Utilized Over Fossil Fuels.

State Your First Two Points With Evidence

After the Introduction and Thesis you begin your dissertation by
stating your first two claims from your Pro Con Chart.
1.__________________________________________ (Evidence)

2.__________________________________________ (Evidence)

Weighing The Evidence: Like A Lawyer You Are Trying To Convince The Jury and The Judge.
The Counter-Claim: The Strongest Claim From Your Opponent is considered next. We must consider the
other side or perspective to show we are not biased or one-sided in our claim.

 You must strongly respect and sympathize

with your opponents strongest point, to truly
persuade your opponent to your view.
REFUTING THE COUNTER-CLAIM

Refuting the Counter Claim: Takes the most skill as it is not only their best point, but it is one you
must respect and understand to truly take their best argument to turn it back on them with a
higher order of thinking. We accomplish this with rationality, and compassion because we are
looking for a genuine solution that is a win-win for both parties.

CONCLUSION:

You state: This Report has clearly proven that:

____________________________.
This Report has successfully proven this claim by
utilizing the following three critical points: i)
___________________________, ii)
___________________________ and iii)
_______________________________________
_______________________________________

For Presentations: ASK THE AUDIENCE

QUESTIONS

At least ask your audience or jury two questions:

Who
What
How
Where
When
Why

CHECK LIST
I. Include Quotes
II. Include Evidence
III. Include Charts, Graphs, and
Smart Art
IV. Include at least one short
video
V. Make sure your Power Point is
recorded and it is at least 5
Minutes in duration

MINING
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FUTURE