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Persuasive Essay: Topic and Audience Worksheet

If you did not take UNV 104 or if you would like to review the writing concepts introduced in UNV 104, it is suggested that you view the media piece entitled, “The Writing Process,” which is available to support the development of your writing skills. Access “The Writing Process” in the Course Materials. For this Topic, focus on the “Planning and Getting Started?” section of the media piece.

Part 1: Select a Topic

Choose a topic for your persuasive essay from the list below. If you would like to write about a topic that is not on the list, please list it below within your answer to the first question to request approval.

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· Stem cell research

· Prisoner reform/ Prison System Reform

· Internet Censorship

· Compensation for College Athletes

· Net Neutrality

· Marijuana

· Universal Healthcare

· Genetically modified food

· Cloning

· Abortion

· Charter schools

· Nuclear Energy

· Renewable Energy

· Educational Reform

· Minimum Wage Laws

· Cryptocurrency

· Automation

· Basic Income

· Mandatory military service/Selective Service

1) What is the topic you have chosen for your persuasive essay?

2) Begin thinking about the different issues associated with the topic you have selected, narrow your focus, and take a pro or con position for the subject of your essay. Present a simple statement of your position here. Example statement: Personal use of social media is not appropriate in the workplace.

3) Give rationale for that stance. (50-100 words. Avoid using emotional reasoning and focus on facts and evidence to help support you rationale)?

Section II: Identify your Audience

Review the media piece before beginning this section: http://lc.gcumedia.com/phi105/persuasive-writing-website/persuasive-writing-website-v1.1.html

Answer the following questions regarding the audience for your essay in complete sentences.

1) Who is the ideal audience for this persuasive essay, and why? Please avoid naming your instructor, classmates, family, friends, and coworkers.

2) What is the appropriate way to address this audience (professional, familial, friendly)? Why?

3) What about your topic is important to your audience? What about your topic is not important to your audience?

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PHI-105 Persuasive Essay Guidelines

Topics 1-7: Full-Course Assignment

1) Throughout this course, you will work on writing a persuasive essay of 750–1,000 words (roughly three to five pages).

2) The essay-writing process is broken down into seven parts. Each part will be due in a different topic and graded separately.

a) Topic and Audience (due by the end of Topic 1)

b) Brainstorm (due by the end of Topic 2)

c) Thesis Statement (due by the end of Topic 3)

d) Outline (due by the end of Topic 4)

e) First Draft (due by the end of Topic 5)

f) Peer Review (due by the end of Topic 6)

g) Final Draft (due by the end of Topic 7)

3) Your essay will be informed by the topic readings and the use of a minimum of three peer-reviewed journal articles, that you will need to locate using the GCU Library. Use the PHI-105 Library Guide to help find peer-reviewed sources: https://libguides.gcu.edu/PHI-105

4) For this essay, you will begin by choosing a topic from the list provided in the “Persuasive Essay: Topic and Audience Worksheet.” If you would like to write about a topic that is not on the list, you may ask the instructor for permission.

5) Next, take a position on your topic by deciding if you are for or against the topic or agree or disagree with specific issues related to the topic. This would be considered the “writing prompt,” or what you will be responding to in your essay.

6) The goal of this essay is for you to persuade your audience to agree with your position. Your written essay should demonstrate critical thinking by adhering to the following principles which will be studied throughout the course:

a) Manage emotions and avoid fallacies.

b) Provide evidence to support your position.

c) Acknowledge other perspectives and evaluate assumptions about the topic.

d) Use facts and figures when appropriate.

7) Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

8) This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

9) You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

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PHI-105 Resource 1

What Is the Value of Critical Thinking?

Introduction

Each of the seven topics for this critical thinking course is designed to give you many opportunities to make this a very successful learning venture. Success in this course will also help you in all the other courses you are taking, as well as your career and the rest of life's journey.

The topics indicate the required reading assignments that address relevant critical thinking topics. The topics also outline additional concepts, as well as supplemental readings, videos, and exercises that discuss those concepts and further enhance your experience with this subject. The Supplemental Reading documents available for each week will give you information on the concepts and―being true to critical thinking―also present "thought-provoking" questions to encourage further individual exploration. You may not be able to read, watch, or do all the activities, but all will help you on your road to become a better critical thinker. Enjoy the growth to the maximum.

Topic Purpose

This first topic gives you an introduction to the fundamentals of the most unique human function: critical thinking. Here you will have opportunities to study and evaluate what others think about critical thinking. More importantly, you will have chances to determine and articulate what you think about critical thinking. The major concepts in this first topic of the course include definitions of the thinking process; thinking and the brain; critical thinking skills; the value of critical thinking in your work, academic, and personal endeavors; and initiation of your persuasive essay.

Topic Concept #1: What Is Thinking?

What do we mean when we say, "We are the thinking animal"?

Simply put, thinking is often defined as the mental process by which we deal with information―how we make sense of the world. It involves consciousness, imagination, and cognition. Thinking is an activity that underlies all human interaction. We think about what we know, what we do not know, and what we think we know. Then we think about what we thought about. While other animals may think, we seem to be the only animal that thinks about thinking.

How do you define thinking?

Topic Concept #2: The Magnificent Human Brain

Consider the human brain. What makes it so magnificent? What makes it so complex? How is it different than the brains of other animals? What is the "human spark"? How does the thinking process unfold in the brain? With close to a trillion brain cells―more than 100 billion of which are neurons―in the average human brain, the brain helps us realize chaos, as well as bring the chaos into order. It facilitates the evaluation of experiences and the transformation of those experiences into memories. The brain helps us identify problems and direct them into solutions. The brain either controls or monitors everything we think, feel, and do.

In chapter 4, the textbook gives impressive information on the splendor of the brain. There are several additional optional readings and resources provided in the topic course materials section. They are not required for the assignments, but each presents a variety of viewpoints that may or may not align with your personal beliefs. When reviewing these materials, it is recommended that you apply the principles of critical thinking to consider the merits of the perspectives presented.

Topic Concept #3: What Is Critical Thinking?

Scientists, philosophers, and other great thinkers have defined critical thinking from various perspectives: as a process, set of proficiencies, competencies, self-assessment, questioning expertise, and/or a disciplined mode of thinking. Some divide it into steps, traits, skills, etc.

The word "critical" has evolved from the Greek kritikos, which means "able to make judgments," and from krinein, "to separate, decide." In our present language, the word "critical" is used in application to judgment, criticism, crisis, danger, risk, etc. What does it mean when it is used in conjunction with thinking?

How would you define critical thinking? How can you tell when it is being practiced (or not being practiced)?  

Topic Concept #4: What Is the Value of Critical Thinking?

What is the value of critical thinking in general? In your work life? In your academic journey?

It is well known that change is constant. Life is dynamic, and so it must be with thinking. What you thought you knew yesterday−or even a minute ago−will have changed by the time you finished reading this sentence. Adapting to this constant change not only requires an open mind but one that is constantly and creatively looking for new answers.

How do you think critical thinking skills can benefit you? Is it necessary or advantageous to always apply critical thinking skills to everything you say or do? Why or why not? When or when not?

If anything, the workplace is very dynamic. This is true of not only the people, but the processes, technologies, and structures. So are you! How can critical thinking skills help you to not only survive but thrive in the constantly changing workplace?

Academic credentialing−i.e., getting a degree−requires considerable reading, research, and writing. Great learning requires thoughtful, even critical reading, research, and writing. What role does thinking play in any or all of these areas? How can strong critical thinking skills help you in your academic pursuits? What other critical thinking points should be considered when learning via the online mode?

At Grand Canyon University, you are given the opportunity to "Find Your Purpose." How can you use your critical thinking skills in this life-defining endeavor?

Topic Concept #5: Persuasive Essay

Please see your syllabus regarding the instructions for creating and completing the persuasive essay. Think about it, and enjoy the application of your new learning.

 

 

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