Writes various

kinds of position
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LARA T. MACO
VOCABULARY
GUIDELINES OF A POSITION PAPER
QUIZ
DEFINATION AND PURPOSES
PART OF POSITION PAPER
TITLE
VOCABULARY
DEFINED EACH WORD:

POSITION PAPER
ARGUMENT
FALLACIES
OPINION
LOGICAL APPEAL
ETHICAL APPEAL
EMOTIONAL APPEAL
POSITION PAPER FALLACIES
A formal and usually detailed written Errors of reasoning; a false or
statement, especially regarding mistaken idea
issue, that articulate a position, view,
point, or policy, as a government
organization or political candidate OPINION
A view or judgement formed about
something, not necessarily based on
ARGUMENT
fact or knowledge
A process of reasoning; series of
reason; a statement reason, or facts LOGICAL APPEAL
for or against a point Refers to a reasonable approach in
ETHICAL APPEAL developing an argument

Refers to your credibility or EMOTIONAL APPEAL

believabiility and competence as a Uses arguments in away that evokes
writer or uncovers feelings
POSITION PAPER

Present an opinion and make a claim or

stand about an issues
Expresses a position conclusion, or
recommendation concerning a contested
issue or undecided questions
A stand supported by arguments and
evidence.
It's purpose is to generate support on an
issue
Introduction:

Background information: Provide an overview of the

issue and its significance.
Statement of position: Clearly state your position or
the policy you are advocating for.
 BODY
1. Present your main arguments:
Start by introducing your first main argument that supports your position.
Clearly state the argument and provide a brief explanation.
2. Provide evidence and examples:
Support your argument with factual evidence, statistics, research findings, or
expert opinions.
Use credible sources to enhance the credibility of your position.
Include specific examples or case studies to illustrate your points.
3. Analyze and interpret the evidence:
Explain how the evidence you presented supports your argument.
Analyze the data or research findings to highlight their relevance and significance.
Connect the evidence back to your position and its implications.
4. Address counterarguments:
Acknowledge potential counterarguments or opposing viewpoints.
Present the counterarguments fairly and accurately.
Refute or rebut the counterarguments with logical reasoning and additional
evidence.
5. Provide additional supporting arguments:
Introduce your second, third, and subsequent arguments that further strengthen
your position.
CONCLUSION
1. Summarize your main arguments:
Briefly recap the key arguments you presented in the body of the paper.
Provide a concise overview of the evidence and analysis that support your position.
2. Restate your position:
Clearly restate your position or the policy you have advocated for.
Use clear and definitive language to reaffirm your stance.
3. Reinforce the significance:
Emphasize the importance and relevance of the issue at hand.
Highlight the potential consequences or benefits associated with your position.
Connect your position to broader societal, economic, or ethical considerations.
4. Call to action:
Encourage the reader to take action or support your position.
Suggest specific steps or policies that can be implemented to address the issue.
Motivate the reader to further research, engage in discussion, or actively participate
in finding solutions.
5. Final thoughts:
Leave the reader with a memorable statement or thought-provoking remark.
Reflect on the broader implications of your position or offer a vision for the future.