Description
For this part of the paper, you will write the counter-arguments and rebuttals for your claim. While it might seem contradictory, discussing the opposition’s viewpoints can actually strengthen your argument, especially if you refute those viewpoints.
Instructions
Now that you have drafted three pages of your paper, and have taken your first steps in persuading your audience as to why they should agree with your viewpoint, consider the other side of your argument. Remember in Week 1 when you discussed that your topic had two easily identifiable sides or viewpoints? Consider those opposing viewpoints now.
Consider…
- Who would disagree with you and why?
- In a debate regarding your topic, what do you think those people would say to you as a way to convince you that your viewpoint is not the strongest one?
In this part of your paper, you should identify and explain at least three (3) of these opposing viewpoints. This should be two (2) pages long.
- Use outside sources and research to support their views and remember to cite all research you use with internal citations and references in APA format.
- Consider what your rebuttals would be. Rebuttals are our response(s) to the opposing viewpoints. Despite what the opposing view is saying, why do you believe that your argument is still the stronger viewpoint and more valid as an argument?
- Your rebuttals should also be based on factual information that you can gain from research, along with your own ideas and analysis regarding your topic. You should have one (1) for each opposing viewpoint that you have identified.
- Think about how you can attract the attention of your audience and make it easy for them to understand your message