ACADEMIC ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY

Order Instructions

The second essay in EN 104 is an academic argument with research documented in APA format. In this

assignment, you will use the principles of argument advocate for a position on an issue. You will use evidence

to persuade your reader to see your point of view.

Assignment

Conduct research and write a 5-7 page argument essay about a change you would like to see in your community

or workplace.

Choosing an argument

Think about your day-to-day experiences. What change would you like to see implemented in your community

or in your workplace? Perhaps the technology at your workplace is outdated causing you to spend a lot of time

waiting for the computer to update. Maybe the community park in your area is not being maintained at a top

level. There are many possibilities so aim your topic toward something that is researchable. Then, you’ll need

to select your topic and a position.

A strong argument topic:

 Affects people besides you.

o For example, in your community the level of homework being required at the elementary school

level is increasing at a rate that is no longer easily manageable for your family. Others are

affected by the same issue. You could write an argument essay taking the position that

elementary school children should not receive daily homework.

 Is an issue that people think differently about? Some people may disagree with you completely. Some

people may have a different idea about the solution to the problem. Some people may disagree about

the causes or effects of the problem you identify.