Argumentative Essay: Guide

MUHAMMAD ASHWIN THIREN
ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY

TODAY'S How to write a
LEARNING convincing paragraph

The three step process

OBJECTIVE Practice makes perfect

Definition

The definition of an argumentative essay is a research
paper that takes a position on a controversial issue and
tries to present evidence in favor of that position. The
world is full of argumentative essay topics. You can
select a high-profile subject like abortion or go for a
smaller fish like organic eating.

Knowing what is required

When describing an argumentative composition,
you have to support your view with examples and
figures if any. Some questions require you to take
a stand while other questions require you to
present a balanced account of the issue by giving
points for and against the topic and finally, taking
a stand in the conclusion.

Guidelines

1. Read the question and state your viewpoint.
2. Some questions require you to discuss the good and bad of both sides of the

issue.
3. Jot down notes for your arguments.
4. Quote the words of famous personalities and figures if needed.
5. Arrange the notes according to importance.
6. Present your points clearly and logically.
7. You can present them as first, second, moreover, besides and finally.
8. Support your opinion with strong arguments.
9. Every new paragraph should express a different point.
10.Restate your viewpoint in the conclusion

Unboxing of Question







There is a pattern here

1. E-learning has become a good and practical for students to learn. How
far do you agree? (Science andAddTeyocurhtintleology)

2. 'Online learning helps teachers and students to set their own learning
pace' How far do you agree? (Science and Technology)

3. “Recycling helps with the green house effects.” How far do you agree
with this opinion? Explain why (Environment)

4. “New trend in social media such as Instagram and Tik Tok is mostly a
good thing.” Do you agree? Support your opinion (Social Issue)

5. Young people nowadays lack good manners. How far do you agree
with this statement? Give reasons to support your view ( Social Issue)

Common
mistakes
made by
students

Common Mistakes Found

Didn't define the topic 01 Poor Choice of Words

Most students do not define the 02 Many a times students choose
topic or make their stand in the the wrong word to get their
meaning across. The right
essay. vocabulary does help

No exit plan 06 Six Steps Explosion of Ideas
Process
When out of ideas always look 03 Students often write two to three
out for 3 vs 2
ideas in the same paragraph and
do not take time to explain the
ideas

Didnt understand the need of 05 Poor Planning
the question
04 Pupils do not plan their write up
This is a rare case, but
sometimes students get carried which disrupts the flow of the
away writing they did not realise essay

they are out of topic

What must i do?

1. Always know what is your stand on the topic. If you agree then your content should lean
towards agreeing to the statement. If you disagree then your content should be more of a
disagreeing stance. should you arrive at a crossroad and do not know how to expand

Add your wfuorrdtshheerr,et,ahceconrdwinrgittoey3ouargnreeeeding and 2 disagreeing (if you agree) or the latter.

to draw the text box size.

2. Always plan your write up before hand. Take 5 minutes to jot down a rough draft before
writing it. You can always ask for extra papers should you need it from the examiner. They
will give it to you. Just make sure you dont pass it around to your friends

3. There is an approach to this type of writing which is

4. If you can't write anything which would impress the hats off, it is okay. Your aim is to write
a good piece which is structured. In turn, will increase your chances of faring better

TLoisshtowof Phrases and VWoocrdasb/Euxplarersiseiosns to Use

Similarity also, in the same way, just as, likewise, similarly

Exception/Contrast But, however, in spite of, on the one hand, on the other hand, nevertheless,
nonetheless, notwithstanding, in contrast, on the contrary, still yet

Sequence/Order First, second, third…, next, then, finally

Example For example, for instance, namely, specifically, to illustrate

Emphasis Even, indeed, in fact, of course, truly, without question, clearly,

Cause and Effect Accordingly, consequently, hence, so, therefore, thus,
Conclusion/Summary
Finally, in a word, in brief, briefly, in conclusion, in the end, in the final analysis, on
the whole, thus, to conclude, to summarize, in sum, to sum up, in summary

Additional Support or Additionally, again, also, and, as well, besides, equally important, further,
Evidence furthermore, in addition, moreover, then

Rough Draft

Topic: 'Online learning helps teachers and students to set
their own learning pace' How far do you agree?

Definition: Online learning is defined as the use of
technology to help students learn meaningful knowledge. i
agree with the statement mentioned above

Point 1: Pupils can access materials suited to their level
when given a task by the teacher.

Point 2: Pupils have a prolonged time to finish a task
contrast to the traditional classroom setting which is time-
bound.

Point 3: Pupils have a pool of resources which can help
them achieve the learning objective.

Sample

Topic: 'Online learning helps teachers and students to set
their own learning pace' How far do you agree?

In the wake of the recent Covid -19 pandemic, serious
measures were undertaken by various countries to curb
the alarming infected rate. The eduction field was one of it,
where there was a demand to create a platform for
learning to occur from a distant. Hence, online learning
was a viable option.

. Various sites like Google Classroom, Dojo and
Zoom are used to teach students online.

Sample Topic: 'Online learning helps teachers and students to set
their own learning pace' How far do you agree?

Point 1: Pupils can access materials suited to their level
when given a task by the teacher.

. In a traditional classroom setting, there are
several limitations which can hamper the individual
progress of students. Mainly, the level of proficiency
among students in a classroom, it is well known that in a
classroom there are students of mixed abilities which may
lead to the higher proficiency students getting bored when
given a simple task or who is able to finish a task quickly.
Now, on online learning, pupils of lower proficiency may
look for materials which are suitable for them to complete
the task effectively, whereas pupils of higher proficency
may refine their skills with slightly challenging materials.

Sample

Topic: 'Online learning helps teachers and
students to set their own learning pace' How
far do you agree?

Conclusively, it is apparent that online learning
allows teachers and students to set their own
pace in learning. Sure there are a few
drawbacks to online learning but it is tool with
wide possibilities in the development of the
child and teachers as well

Draft One Now

Young people nowadays lack good
manners. How far do you agree with this
statement? Give reasons to support your
view

EXERCISE

Q
&
A

Thank you!